Our baby is now called a "Fetal Pole". It is growing like crazy, putting on about a millimeter every day! It is about the size of a raspberry. Wow. It sure does eat a lot for a raspberry....
We had high expectations for our first appointment... I did anyway... Well, after over an hour of waiting patiently (meaning Matt looked at his watch every five minutes), we met with our OBGYN and his nurse. They explained the do's and don'ts of being pregnant. I must say, our doc seems to be very laid back about things... I am just going to take the advice that most people give me. "Everything in moderation and just have common sense." Easy enough, right? Anyway, we were not able to hear a heartbeat just yet.
:( However, we have our first ultrasound on Friday (less than a week)! We will be able to meet our little raspberry and hear and even SEE its heartbeat. Dr. S. estimated our due date as October 21, 2008. The due date may change after our ultrasound on Friday when they check the growth.
The tiredness has decreased a little. Instead of been exhausted all day, I hit my "wall" around 2pm. My afternoon clients are going to have to keep ME motivated! I have had a few aches in my back and MILD cramping. Growth spurt maybe? Walking seems to help a lot. I still have not officially experienced morning sickness! Maybe I should just stop saying that.... My chest feels like I have just completed 4 sets of 1,000 push ups with a large man sitting on my back for added resistance.... I am also in a very annoying clothes situation. My normal digs are getting a little tight (by the end of the day they are spandex-like), but I am not ready for elastic band jeans. Ideas? Anyone? Please...
After writing all of the above, I must express some positives about being pregnant! First of all, I am fascinated by the fact that a human being (half Matt, half Melissa) is being created in my own body. It is sort of like a little science experiment going on in my uterus. I just want to protect it with all that I am. It is fun to have a little person (sorry, fetal pole) with me wherever I go. I catch myself doing something very ordinary like pushing my cart around the grocery store, and feel as though I possess the most enchanting secret ever. It is so exciting to know that in 32 weeks (give or take) there will be an amazing addition to our family. Someone else to love unconditionally...
Have a wonderful week everyone!
Mel
3 comments:
Missy and Matt,
Welcome to the beginning of your new life! Everything changes from here on out, but in the best way possible. This is such an exciting time for you. You can read all the books, but just remember that your instinct will take over once that baby arrives and you will miraculously just know what to do. It's truly amazing! By the way, I read Baby Laughs too! Loved it!!!
We are so excited for you. Keep us informed!
Ivie and Josh
Hi, I'm pretty sure we don't know each other, but I was exploring links from friends blogs and you were on my sister-in-laws blog.(I'm Mitch Hensley's sister) Anyway, I couldn't resist sharing the best secret for pregnant mommies (I'm due in 7 weeks)- follow this link. It saved my fashion-life!!
www.toplessundershirt.com/product-maternity.html
You make me smile sooo much. I totally hit my wall at 2 as well. I love being pregnant even though the clothes are getting a bit sketchy. I just went to Marshals and bought 3 pairs of large sweat pants. I fold them over now and they are baggy but they are the most comfortable things you will ever experience. Also...my boobs are rapidly growing out of everything. Yesterday my sports bra fit...today I almost couldn't wear it. Sooo...I am going to VS to buy a nice bra with alot of support. All my friends with implants tell me not to be stingy with the support! Matt looking at his watch...how did he do in the exam...I think Russ was counting the fibers in the carpet for atleast 30 min.
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