How far along: Well well. Here I am at my expected due date! YAY! And guess what else? No Parker. Hehe. Little stinker has decided to be stubborn. But I'm okay with it...I like being pregnant. :)
Stretch marks: Okay, I have a new one...
Movement: He's still shifting a lot. But the movements do hurt more often.
Sleep: Definitely tired more often than I was even a couple of weeks ago. I'm talking sleeping 9-10 hours a night with a couple of naps during the day. Of course this doesn't work during the week, but I rock it out on the weekends! :)
Best moment this past week: Had my weekly OB visit this past Thursday. I was at a "tight" 2 (yeah, loved that!) and no change in the effacing. I still didn't / don't want to be induced, so we scheduled an induction date of the 21st. I have an appointment on Friday and she's going to do a non-stress monitor to make sure everything is okay. I'm ready to hold my sweet boy so it is getting a little hard waiting.
Belly button in or out: It's transformed into more of a "flatty" now that the belly is so big.
Cravings / Aversions: Been craving salad a lot here lately...kinda cooky but MAN those things are good! And of course I still love my sweets! ;)
Symptoms: Fatigue...cramping...SWELLING...mood swings (yep, been riding the emotional roller coaster)...and my nose is freaking huge!
Alright, that's it for now. I'll be sure to update you all after my appointment on Friday...and of course if anything happens! ;)
Showing posts with label OB. Show all posts
Showing posts with label OB. Show all posts
August 15, 2012
August 10, 2012
Mini-Update :)
As I grace the 29-week point in my pregnancy, I wanted to take a moment to update you on my most recent Doctor's appointment this past week.
On Tuesday, I visited with my OB for my 28 week check up. It was the usual visit, starting out with a little pee in a cup, checking blood pressure, getting weighed, and then going in to wait on the Doctor. Have I mentioned how much I LOVE my OB??? He is amazing :) This all took 30 minutes, including my time with him :)
Anyway, I found out that I passed my Glucose Tolerance test with a score of 124 (and thank GOD I did, because I thought I was going to pass out when I did the normal 1-hour test). The nurse says there was a little sugar in my urine, but nothing to be alarmed about at this point... I had breakfast kind of late that morning, and it probably translated into the pee. I am up a total of 22lbs (2 since my Glucose test), so that is going well also. Blood pressure was also good and steady, as it has been :)
When the Doctor came in, he did his usual rounds... he asked me how I felt, to which I replied, "good!" since I actually am feeling pretty good, for the most part. He then proceeded to measure my fundal height, which must've been fine, because he didn't say anything (he rarely does about this). Then, he pulled out the doppler and we heard the little guy's heart beat. That's my favorite part ;) He told me everything is going fine, and to keep it up! He also told me that if anything happens, or whatever, to call him first, NOT to just go to the Hospital. I have been feeling fine, so I don't feel like I've needed to (Thank GOD).
Well, that's about it, for now... My next appointment will be in 4 weeks, on September 4th (just after the Baby Shower). By then we should be able to iron out a Birth Plan, and do my Hospital pre-registration, etc.
I am getting more and more excited every day!!!! :) :) :)
Until next time ;)
On Tuesday, I visited with my OB for my 28 week check up. It was the usual visit, starting out with a little pee in a cup, checking blood pressure, getting weighed, and then going in to wait on the Doctor. Have I mentioned how much I LOVE my OB??? He is amazing :) This all took 30 minutes, including my time with him :)
Anyway, I found out that I passed my Glucose Tolerance test with a score of 124 (and thank GOD I did, because I thought I was going to pass out when I did the normal 1-hour test). The nurse says there was a little sugar in my urine, but nothing to be alarmed about at this point... I had breakfast kind of late that morning, and it probably translated into the pee. I am up a total of 22lbs (2 since my Glucose test), so that is going well also. Blood pressure was also good and steady, as it has been :)
When the Doctor came in, he did his usual rounds... he asked me how I felt, to which I replied, "good!" since I actually am feeling pretty good, for the most part. He then proceeded to measure my fundal height, which must've been fine, because he didn't say anything (he rarely does about this). Then, he pulled out the doppler and we heard the little guy's heart beat. That's my favorite part ;) He told me everything is going fine, and to keep it up! He also told me that if anything happens, or whatever, to call him first, NOT to just go to the Hospital. I have been feeling fine, so I don't feel like I've needed to (Thank GOD).
Well, that's about it, for now... My next appointment will be in 4 weeks, on September 4th (just after the Baby Shower). By then we should be able to iron out a Birth Plan, and do my Hospital pre-registration, etc.
I am getting more and more excited every day!!!! :) :) :)
Until next time ;)
June 12, 2012
Introducing- Sprout!
I'm back from "rest", and it's been great.
First, being told to take a week and a half off from work would be a typical person's dream come true. For a teacher at the end of the school year, it's not what you want to hear. I did it, though- and I didn't complain. I enjoyed my time at home (though I soon realized there is NOTHING on television during the day) and spent most of it on the couch.
I returned to work last week for the last few days of school. It was nice being back, and my students were glad to see me (most of them). They were a tremendous help with packing up my room, and I grateful that I was able to say goodbye to each of them on our last day together.
I'm officially on V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N ( in the summertime). :)
I had my first OB visit today. It was nice not having to wake up at the crack of dawn to drive an hour to see my doctor. It was also nice not having to take my pants off for an ultrasound!
I arrived right on time (after chugging my 32 oz of water), and they called my name immediately. I held my breath as Sprout popped up on the screen. I found myself searching for the heartbeat, and asked the tech to point it out. It wasn't as noticeable as when she/he was smaller. It was a normal 160 bpm! Whew.
Given the date of my FET transfer, I should be 10 weeks 4 days today. Sprout was measuring at 11 weeks! My OB did a pap smear since I hadn't had one in so long. I asked if it might cause spotting later and she said yes. I'm really glad I asked, or I probably would have freaked out. They sent me for labs and then home with a ton of literature to read.
I return on July 10th for another visit.
Bossy Bud
First, being told to take a week and a half off from work would be a typical person's dream come true. For a teacher at the end of the school year, it's not what you want to hear. I did it, though- and I didn't complain. I enjoyed my time at home (though I soon realized there is NOTHING on television during the day) and spent most of it on the couch.
I returned to work last week for the last few days of school. It was nice being back, and my students were glad to see me (most of them). They were a tremendous help with packing up my room, and I grateful that I was able to say goodbye to each of them on our last day together.
I'm officially on V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N ( in the summertime). :)
I had my first OB visit today. It was nice not having to wake up at the crack of dawn to drive an hour to see my doctor. It was also nice not having to take my pants off for an ultrasound!
I arrived right on time (after chugging my 32 oz of water), and they called my name immediately. I held my breath as Sprout popped up on the screen. I found myself searching for the heartbeat, and asked the tech to point it out. It wasn't as noticeable as when she/he was smaller. It was a normal 160 bpm! Whew.
Given the date of my FET transfer, I should be 10 weeks 4 days today. Sprout was measuring at 11 weeks! My OB did a pap smear since I hadn't had one in so long. I asked if it might cause spotting later and she said yes. I'm really glad I asked, or I probably would have freaked out. They sent me for labs and then home with a ton of literature to read.
I return on July 10th for another visit.
Bossy Bud
January 28, 2011
Pre-Panama Dr. Visits
This past week I met with both my Endocrinologist and my OB to go over what tests I should do if this next cycle works. I had my Thyroid retested because I have been really tired lately and that is usually a sign of my Thyroid being too low. Surprisingly my levels were excellent both the T4 and T3 were right below 1 which is right where we want them to be. The Dr. was extremely nice and positive about this second round of IVF and said that as soon as I find out I am pregnant to call and schedule another blood draw to make sure the levels stay where they should be to give this pregnancy the best chance of success. I was surprised that she wanted to test every 4 to 6 weeks which was way more than I thought but I will go with more than less at this point. Then I met with my OB to figure out the earliest we could to do an ultrasound to make sure there are embryo's in my uterus and not hanging out in my fallopian tube again! Since last time I had zero pain or discomfort at 7 weeks with an ectopic pregnancy he joked that I must have numb fallopian tubes and that we should probably keep checking the fallopian tubes even if we see one in the uterus! We also went over if he could write me a prescription for the Progesterone Cream that I get in Panama instead of the suppositories that they prescribe. He did agree that he could do that and so that is one less favor I have to ask of my friend who is a nurse. I am glad that I was able to find such a willing and supportive OB of me going overseas for IVF and to be willing to go the extra mile to make me feel comfortable that we are doing everything to have a successful cycle. I feel more comfortable and ready to go off to Panama for our second round of IVF now that I have all my ducks in a row at home.
January 13, 2011
10 week ultrasound & OB appointment
Today Mr. Sassy Bud and I met with my new OB. She was wonderful! We also got an ultrasound today. The baby actually looks like a baby now. It was so precious. Everything was measuring right on track and the heartbeat was 173. We go back at 11w5d for the NT scan.
I am in love!
I am in love!
January 12, 2011
10 weeks
I have made it into double digit weeks! I haven't had much to report since being released from the RE at 8 weeks. I have had no morning sickness but have felt queasy from strong smells. I added some B6 into my daily vitamins and I think that has been helping.
Tomorrow is my first OB appointment. I'm not sure what to expect but Mr. Sassy Bud is coming just in case we get another ultrasound or get to hear the heartbeat with the doppler.
Although I am not ready to make any baby purchases yet (maybe after the NT scan), I have made some pregnancy purchases:
Preggle
This is amazing! I was sleeping pretty well still before I got this, but it makes a big difference in comfort. I wanted a pregnancy pillow that still allowed me to use my regular neck pillow and this one definitely works for that.
Angel Sounds Doppler
I didn't want to spend a lot of money on a doppler, and this one got great reviews for the price. It's still too early to use it so I haven't even tried it yet. I am not the type of person that will get upset if I can't find the heartbeat myself so this is a safe purchase for me.
I also stopped at Borders for some books: The Baby Name Wizard, Consumer Reports, and Baby Bargains. I was having a hard time figuring out where to start when comparing baby products so I think those 2 will be a good start. We definitely haven't picked out any names for sure yet, so the baby name book is a must.
I will update after my appointment tomorrow. Hopefully all is well with baby SB!
August 12, 2010
Boredom sets in.
First, here's a 22w6d picture of Smudge from our largely unsuccessful and painful u/s on wednesday.... note the hand to the forehead. I call it the "woe is me" pose... can you imagine the horror?! We actually wanted Smudge to MOVE and cooperate!! The nerve of us.
Back to today....
You would think spending a day off from work in front of the TV with your feet up, the remote, your water bottle and your laptop close at hand... well that day wouldn't be so bad right?
I'm bored to tears right now.
Why am i doing this today you ask?
Because celebrating being 23 weeks pregnant by having some contractions overnight is NOT fun. It was actually a little scary. Not the braxton hicks i've gotten used to - but real life, a little painful and WAY too early contractions. Three of them to count.
Three too many as far as I'm concerned.
So at 1am, Mr DB and I decided to call L&D. We weren't concerned that it was an emergency, so we didn't want to wake up our OB in the middle of the night for nothing, so we figured we get some quick advice. Then this morning, I called my nurse at the OBs office to fill her in. The current thinking is that the traumatic ultrasound I had on wednesday irritated my uterus and it's rebelling. Great. Rebel child AND rebel uterus. Perfect.
But, man, am I in trouble. Dr L is very mad at me for calling L&D. Not for bothering them - but for NOT calling her. She said SHE'S my doctor and all advice should come from her. That's what she's there for and next time I am to call HER at 1am, NOT L&D.
I think i'm grounded.
So today is extra water, extra rest and extra boredom.
And making sure Smudge stays put for quite a while longer.
Back to today....
You would think spending a day off from work in front of the TV with your feet up, the remote, your water bottle and your laptop close at hand... well that day wouldn't be so bad right?
I'm bored to tears right now.
Why am i doing this today you ask?
Because celebrating being 23 weeks pregnant by having some contractions overnight is NOT fun. It was actually a little scary. Not the braxton hicks i've gotten used to - but real life, a little painful and WAY too early contractions. Three of them to count.
Three too many as far as I'm concerned.
So at 1am, Mr DB and I decided to call L&D. We weren't concerned that it was an emergency, so we didn't want to wake up our OB in the middle of the night for nothing, so we figured we get some quick advice. Then this morning, I called my nurse at the OBs office to fill her in. The current thinking is that the traumatic ultrasound I had on wednesday irritated my uterus and it's rebelling. Great. Rebel child AND rebel uterus. Perfect.
But, man, am I in trouble. Dr L is very mad at me for calling L&D. Not for bothering them - but for NOT calling her. She said SHE'S my doctor and all advice should come from her. That's what she's there for and next time I am to call HER at 1am, NOT L&D.
I think i'm grounded.
So today is extra water, extra rest and extra boredom.
And making sure Smudge stays put for quite a while longer.
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