I had a doctors appointment today. I was really nervous. I love my OB/GYN, but for some reason, I was really afraid I was going to get scolded for get bad news about something.
This pregnancy has been difficult and with all of the complications of my hyperemesis, I worry that J isn't getting everything that he needs. I was looking at photos of myself at my 6 month mark and comparing them to several other ladies at the same mark and I'm so tiny! I couldn't help but think I'm doing something wrong! And when I hear about other women's experiences with pregnancy, I sometimes think I missed the Pregnancy 101 class that certifies you to have a normal-person pregnancy.
Anyway, I was nervous. And my doctor could totally tell.
He measured me and, here's the good news, I'm measuring perfect! J is the perfect size! He's head down and super active! So even though I am still 10 pounds lighter than where I was at the start of this pregnancy, J is getting what he needs and growing as he should.
Dr also said that he would deliver me as early as 36 weeks. That's only 7 weeks away! I mean, we want J to stay inside and grow as healthy and strong as possible, but knowing that there is a definite end in sight is wonderful!
And, I'm getting a permanent IV line (PICC line) in on Friday morning. That means I get get hydrated whenever I need, not just when my keytones are off the chart. :)
Physically, today was no better than any other day. But emotionally, I'm in such a better place! It's amazing what that does for my energy and confidence levels.
As difficult as this pregnancy has been, there have been so many tender mercies throughout and I am so grateful!
This pregnancy has been difficult and with all of the complications of my hyperemesis, I worry that J isn't getting everything that he needs. I was looking at photos of myself at my 6 month mark and comparing them to several other ladies at the same mark and I'm so tiny! I couldn't help but think I'm doing something wrong! And when I hear about other women's experiences with pregnancy, I sometimes think I missed the Pregnancy 101 class that certifies you to have a normal-person pregnancy.
Anyway, I was nervous. And my doctor could totally tell.
He measured me and, here's the good news, I'm measuring perfect! J is the perfect size! He's head down and super active! So even though I am still 10 pounds lighter than where I was at the start of this pregnancy, J is getting what he needs and growing as he should.
Dr also said that he would deliver me as early as 36 weeks. That's only 7 weeks away! I mean, we want J to stay inside and grow as healthy and strong as possible, but knowing that there is a definite end in sight is wonderful!
And, I'm getting a permanent IV line (PICC line) in on Friday morning. That means I get get hydrated whenever I need, not just when my keytones are off the chart. :)
Physically, today was no better than any other day. But emotionally, I'm in such a better place! It's amazing what that does for my energy and confidence levels.
As difficult as this pregnancy has been, there have been so many tender mercies throughout and I am so grateful!
You've been in my prayers and I am so glad to hear that things are looking up for you and your wee one is doing well!!!
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