Weight this week 161.0
Change since last week -.2
Starting weight-147.2
Weight gain overall: 13.8 lbs
Symptoms-Sciatica pain down left side, although not as bad, leg cramps in left leg at night-it's happening more and more,
Cravings-None, I've been eating a pretty bland diet, my stomach is almost back to normal! I don't know if it's baby kicking in my acid reflux again or residual problems from those antibiotics!
Exercise-Yeah, it's becoming a trend-none. However, I am making it a goal to at least walk three times next week.
This week marks a lot of new things!
This week reaches viability, which means if, heaven for bid, I would go into labor, baby has a good chance of surviving outside the womb. It only increases each week from here. I still cannot believe how fast time is going. I have 16 more weeks! I can't believe it. I think it also has to do with summer months, summer flies by.
I am officially wearing maternity pants as of 7/30. It took almost six months, but I gave up. They are so much more comfy! Between what Heather gave me and my neighbor Katie, I am completely set for maternity clothes and so thankful!
Appointment-24 week appointments
I'm getting very frustrated! So, we met with the fetal maternal medicine counselor, ultrasound tech and doctor.
The counseling to us was pointless but she he was very knowledgeable and gave us good information. she basically told us what the issues were with the baby-spot in the brain and heart and the six finger issue-which I guess is only on one hand. It could be an indicator of down's syndrome or a chromosomal defect BUT 99% of the time it means nothing. She talked to us about testing-a blood test will test the 5 main chromosomes and gives a 99% chance of being correct and knowing exactly what's going on. An amniocentesis would test all the chromosomes and give a full picture but give 100% chance of possible defects, however, that has a 1 in 200 chance of disturbing the pregnancy. Dan and I agreed, no matter what, we didn't want any further testing. To me, the only thing that is certain is when she is here in the world.
We then had the ultrasound. The ultrasound tech was very nice. It is so crazy how I can feel her kicks and movements so distinctly and you can actually see it from the outside of my stomach. It went from little waves, to actual kicks! She was active the entire time the ultrasound was being done. They could not see her hand since she had it tucked behind her head. They did get a good shot of her definitely being a girl! The ultrasound lasted about 45 minutes. Baby is measuring right on schedule, 1lb 8 oz right now.
THEN the doctor came in. I tell you, some doctors are just wonderful at explaining things, others, are just terrible-like this one. He came in and the first thing he asked was, "any questions?" I'm thinking ugh, we had to see a specialist because of these "spots" that the doctors are supposedly not concerned about and he's asking US if we have questions? He vaguely explained he sees baby developing normally and no visible birth defects. He did say that the spot on the brain cannot be seen, but doesn't mean it's not there. He also said that the baby's left foot appears to lean a little bit inward MAYBE, it could just be the way she's positioned in the uterus. I left that appointment pretty frustrated and felt pretty uninformed. They want to do yet another ultrasound at 28 weeks to see how she is developing. Dan and I decided after that-no more ultrasounds. Nothing can be done at this point and I just want her left to bake a lone!
We then went over to the doctor's office where I had my check up. I met with one of the NPs because Dr. Hayes (my favorite so far) was with a high risk patient and had problems. Michelle was very nice. My blood pressure is back down-100/60 and baby's heartbeat is normal. I go back in 4 weeks for the glucose test. Fun, Fun!
Lastly, at 1:30, I went to the breast specialist. I actually saw the doctor this time. She agrees it is pregnancy related changes and doesn't feel it's mastitis. Part of me feels I wish I would have just waited this out and never even told the doctor's about this. The pain is now gone and there is some slight pain sometimes, but no where near as it was before. They want to do an ultrasound to see if there were any changes and if they look the same, they'll just follow up in 2 months.
So, next appointment is on 8/26 for the glucose test, which tests for gestational diabetes, ultrasound and regular doctor appointment, this time with Dr. Lloyd. I used to see her when I was younger in college.
Happy Golden Birthday to me!
Well, it only took 31 years to get here, but I finally celebrated my golden birthday this week. My co-workers made me puppy chow and had root beer floats during our weekly meeting. As I was leaving work, I noticed a balloon hanging out of my car. In my car was also a dozen roses :). I went home and Dan also had a tablet waiting for me and a very sweet card. My computer has been outdated for a while and running slow. It's pretty neat! We then went to Ruby Tuesdays, which has wonderful food. We walked around the mall a bit and stopped at the gas station to play the lottery (my first time every playing powerball-which neither of us won). Dan then sang happy birthday and we ate my favorite kind of cake-confetti which he made earlier. It was a very nice evening. I have such a wonderful husband :)
Baby thoughts-I love feeling her kick! They are so distinct now! It makes everything feel so real. I feel her more in the morning and at night when I'm laying in bed and when I'm sitting down at work. She really favors my left side. I think it's true what they say they are more calmed when you are walking around-I rarely feel her when I'm up and moving around. I'm ready and excited for her to be here!!
On to week #25!
My sweet gifts :)
Dan made my favorite-confetti cake!
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