My first OB appointment was on Wed and it was a rough morning leading up to it. I was all nerves and almost in tears over the worry of having to relay Jack's story and fight for the tests I needed to have done for this new baby. For the first time it was all for not.
My new doc seems very good. I didn't have to say anything or insist on anything. She is very pleasant and seems to really know what she is doing. She already knew all about my medical history and Jacks and she had a plan of action before I even talked to her about it. This included all the tests I need. So I will have all the non evasive tests for Down Syndrome, I also have a regular ultra sound set up for May 4th and sometime within the next two months I will travel to the BC Children's Hospital to have an echocardiography. She even has a plan for my delivery to make sure I will hopefully avoid the hemorrhaging complications I had last time and to make sure there is no way I wont be in major labour for 54hrs. She thinks alot of that was caused because they tried to induce and force the labour. She is even already ordering all the blood to have on hand for my transfusions. She seems very prepared and she is also going to see me once a month for check ups.
I also got to listen to the babies heartbeat which she said sounds good and strong. There is no greater relief than that.
We are also waiting for another new addition to our family. A little girl kitten that wont be ready to come home with us until the end of May. Squirt has been lonely since her old companion ( nasty, nasty people hating cat) passed away a month ago. This cat always provided company for Squirt but other than that over all those years never had anything to do with us. So we aren't to torn up about it. It's weird though as we will be bringing this kitten home about the same time we brought Squirt home when I was pregnant with Jack. Its feels like history is repeating itself and that is a scary thought.
For now I am grasping my small relief and holding onto to it tightly to keep those positive wheels of thought turning.
I am still and always breathing you my baby. Jack and Mummy forever
13 comments:
Yay! That's great news all around. Strong heartbeat, proactive doctor, new pet for distraction... :)
So glad your check-up went great!!!
Glad you like your new doctor. I have learned just how important it is too have someone who is willing to be there for you, listen to your concerns,and do everything possible to help lessen the anxiety.
Sweet news! Congrats! I look forward to the gender (:
I'm so glad your doctor seems to be on top of things and that you got to hear baby's heartbeat. That's such good news.
So sweet that Squirt will be getting a friend soon, and I hope this kitty will bring you as much joy and comfort as Squirt has.
I always look forward to updates from you and am filled with hope that things will continue to go well with your new little babe. And as always, I'm holding your gorgeous golden boy Jack in my heart. xo
I am so happy everything went well! Ecstatic actually! This Dr. seems like she has a great game plan and will keep mommy and baby safe. I know it is so hard not to worry but don't worry yourself sick hunny.Nothing but good, positive vibes being sent your way. xoxo
Your doctor sounds good. The doctors that cared for Liam and me weren't knowledgable with my case and kept me in the Maternity ward of a General hospital for a month when I should have been placed in one of the high risk hospitals in town. We have a high risk doctor now who will place me in a high risk hospital if I get pregnant again. I feel confident with this doctor and I think that will take a load off if I manage to get pregnant again.
I'm happy that you're in good hands Michelle. I'm following along, holding my breath for you and this little one. xx
yay on all fronts! good doc, heartbeat, kitty! those are all each to be celebrated! sending love
fingers crossed for lovely images of your wee one on May 4th! I'm so glad the strong heartbeat came through, and that your health care provider seems great! sounds like everything is off to a good start!
Great news, what a relief. I'm glad you have someone you can really trust and lean on - you need that now and you deserve it. Good luck for the scan on May 4th!
We have our scan with the Peri on the 3rd. Can't wait to hear your results. Been thinking about you a lot lately. Just want you to know I am sending out good thoughts across the miles. Thinking of you and Jack and your new little one.
That is fantastic news Michelle! I am so happy that this doctor will be upportive of you through the pregnancy.
Jack is watching out for him mommy and new baby borther or sister.
I'm so glad the new doctor is proactive and trustworthy! Yay for a new kitty!
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