We had the "big" ultrasound yesterday. Everything looks good! Our first trimester screening had shown a slightly increased risk for spina bifida because of an elevated AFP level. They didn't get a really fantastic view of the spine, but what they did say caused them to pretty much rule it out.
They also accidentally found what's probably been causing the (minor but worrisome) bleeding I'd had for a few weeks after surgery. There's an old hematoma near the placenta that my body's reabsorbing. This may also be what caused the high AFP. They want to do another scan in two weeks to keep an eye on it, but it's not concerning enough to put me on bedrest or restrict my travel.
Bit was shy and stubborn, so positioning was not optimal. Baby hands blocked good views of baby face, and Bit was snuggled in breech with his/her back against the wall. Stubborn kid.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
19 Weeks
They're not regular yet, but Mama's been feeling the occasional Little Bit kicks.
Also, true story:
The bear from the Nutcracker was at Copley Place today, doing a promotion for Boston Ballet. I walked close by him to get past, and noticed how pretty he is! Not furry, he's covered in gold organza ribbon. Well, I was so overwhelmed by how AWESOME and unexpected it was to see this bear up close, I started bawling. and could not get it back together until I'd been back at my desk for a good 20 minutes.
Ah, hormones.
Also, true story:
The bear from the Nutcracker was at Copley Place today, doing a promotion for Boston Ballet. I walked close by him to get past, and noticed how pretty he is! Not furry, he's covered in gold organza ribbon. Well, I was so overwhelmed by how AWESOME and unexpected it was to see this bear up close, I started bawling. and could not get it back together until I'd been back at my desk for a good 20 minutes.
Ah, hormones.
Friday, December 5, 2008
17 Weeks, 2 days
I was seeing midwives earlier in my pregnancy, but because of the surgery and bleeding I had, I've been bumped a little up the risk scale and need to be "co-managed" by an obstetrician now, as well. John and I met with him yesterday, as a post-op follow up. I liked him a lot, and have heard good things about him from other sources. Still, I'm hoping my risk category doesn't go any higher, so I can go through delivery with a midwife!
Anyway, the news is all good.
- He's not concerned at all about the weird bleeding issues I've been having. He seems convinced that this is just my body cleaning house after surgery, and is not indicative of a current problem.
- Baby's growth is right on target, despite my 32lb weight loss. Given my starting weight, he said he'd be ok even if I don't gain a pound during my entire pregnancy, so long as the baby's size stays on track. We're going to follow that through regular ultrasounds.
- Those ultrasounds will be done at the hospital with the fancier equipment, starting with the anatomy scan I had scheduled for later in the month. They'll be handled by the Maternal Fetal Medicine department.
- My iron levels are really high, so there's no concern about my nutrition right now, either, despite the limited eating and the vomiting. He recommended a calcium supplement for days when I can't get enough in, but that's it.
- I am good to start taking Zantac to see if that helps with the tummy issues.
- John has the green light to travel for work again. I loved having him home, but it's a relief that he can get back to his job in an economy that's this crappy.
- I am not off the hook for early gestational diabetes testing. Need to get that done soon.
- Heard Bit's heartbeat. First, it was 144. Then s/he started dancing around, ducking out of range. When s/he reappeared, it was up to 160. Bratty kid.
I think I felt kicks the other night. There's so much going on in my belly right now, it's hard to tell. Hopefully there'll be an encore performance soon.
Anyway, the news is all good.
- He's not concerned at all about the weird bleeding issues I've been having. He seems convinced that this is just my body cleaning house after surgery, and is not indicative of a current problem.
- Baby's growth is right on target, despite my 32lb weight loss. Given my starting weight, he said he'd be ok even if I don't gain a pound during my entire pregnancy, so long as the baby's size stays on track. We're going to follow that through regular ultrasounds.
- Those ultrasounds will be done at the hospital with the fancier equipment, starting with the anatomy scan I had scheduled for later in the month. They'll be handled by the Maternal Fetal Medicine department.
- My iron levels are really high, so there's no concern about my nutrition right now, either, despite the limited eating and the vomiting. He recommended a calcium supplement for days when I can't get enough in, but that's it.
- I am good to start taking Zantac to see if that helps with the tummy issues.
- John has the green light to travel for work again. I loved having him home, but it's a relief that he can get back to his job in an economy that's this crappy.
- I am not off the hook for early gestational diabetes testing. Need to get that done soon.
- Heard Bit's heartbeat. First, it was 144. Then s/he started dancing around, ducking out of range. When s/he reappeared, it was up to 160. Bratty kid.
I think I felt kicks the other night. There's so much going on in my belly right now, it's hard to tell. Hopefully there'll be an encore performance soon.
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