Quad screen

It was fine, came back negative. We'll talk about it with the OB at the next visit in October more to see what the actual probabilities are, but since they told me it was fine I'm guessing they were pretty high. We did a lot of baby shopping this weekend and got a lot of stuff picked out. We're not registering quite yet, but since this part is done it should go much faster when we do. We will probably have to order a crib soon, because they can take 12 weeks to get here. We're close to picking one out and hope to soon, just need the time to keep working on it.

Wednesday's u/s and Thursday's appointment

The u/s would have been better had it not been the worst day of my stomach flu. Trying to keep in me (once I finally got it in) all the water was not fun, but something I am, sadly, proud of. It's been a rough week! But the u/s went well. We did learn that my placenta is right up against my cervix, which can cause bleeding. It should grow away from my cervix as my uterus grows. If it does not and grows over my cervix instead, then we have to do a c-section. We'll know more about that at my next u/s in... a month or two? Just over a month I think. Wow. :) I did get a couple of pictures and those are below.

Everything was fine at my appointment, too. At least I wasn't told anything was wrong. My blood pressure was up a little, but not bad at all and the doctor didn't even mention it. I'm not going to worry or even really ask about it (the nurse did tell me it was fine) unless it's consistent or happens again. I'd had it taken a week prior at the asthma doc and it was normal. Speaking of which, my asthma doc has me doing my peak flow meter twice a day for two weeks, so we can get a good base number. That way when I'm short of breath later in pg we can determine if it's from the baby or my asthma. Back to the OB. I did go to the lab and have my blood drawn for my quad screen test. It gives you an idea of risks of certain birth defects and problems, like Down's syndrome. Here is a link that can explain it better than I can:

http://www.webmd.com/baby/guide/quad-marker-screen




I should get the results next week sometime. Tony's graduation is tomorrow so I'm off to rest!

Week 15

I learned this past week that its time to get moving on finding a daycare. The one recommended to me that I was already thinking of has a wait. Until January 2009. They have my name to call if a spot opens up, and it's on my list of ones to check out, but wow. So I'm now on a mission to find daycare. I printed off the list from the state site of licensed daycares, and I'm going to go through that today. I also have a couple coworkers getting names and numbers for me. If I fall in love with one with a wait, like a bigger center, then I'll get on the list and find one that I feel I can trust and like enough (like an in home maybe) until that opens up. I'd like a bigger, more structured center once Baby Z is older and ready for more interaction with other kiddos. At least that's my thought right now. My goal this afternoon is to get through my list, find ones to check out, run them with the list on the state site of those with disciplinary action, and start calling. I have 3 days off after graduation, so we can drop in on a few then (plus our day of baby "shopping" up in Omaha), and hopefully get a deposit down somewhere if needed so we're covered. If anyone in Lincoln has any referrals, please let me know. I'd prefer close to home or work, but at this point I'm considering anyone with an infant opening in the May time frame.

Otherwise this week I did end up seeing the OB. I had a little bleeding the other night, but nothing that actually freaked me out and no cramping or anything. Very very minimal. The OB did have me in and did a culture and he believes it was an infection. I think so, too, considering the heartbeat was good that day (151) and after the treatment he gave me, I feel much better. Just to be safe he is having me come in for an ultrasound on Wednesday morning. Don't count on any pictures on this one, because he's just checking for any tears. I have had no bleeding since then, and no cramping or any signs of anything wrong, so I'm actually doing really well at not worrying about it. Especially since I have the daycare thing to occupy me, plus getting ready for this week. It'll be crazy, we've got my ultrasound appointment, my monthly OB appointment, dog training, a party with Tony's coworkers, Tony's pinning, getting the truck in, and everything to get ready for the graduation Saturday. I have one night this week with nothing after work scheduled. It's pretty much all fun stuff, but dang, I will be glad when the week is over. I have a feeling it's going to fly by!

Picked a hospital

We've now toured both hospitals in town that do deliveries and have decided to go with St. Elizabeth's. It's way across town (have to pass both other hospitals in order to get there, I always have to laugh at that part), but they have the best facilities and I was really impressed with the security they have, too. They also have the best NICU, so if, god forbid, we need it, it's there. Another plus, it's where Tony will be working! He has taken a position on the oncology/medical floor. At least I know if I go into labor and he's at work, he can meet me in the lobby.

If anyone is interested, here's a link to the hospital's website. You can take a peek at some of the birthing facilities if you click on "Services" on top, then "Women's Services" on the left:

http://www.saintelizabethonline.com/

On to Week 14

Yay! Week 14 is here. I'm feeling less exhausted, just have to get to bed at a good time every night. I'm hoping the nausea eases a bit more soon, and it really needs to freeze. The headaches are getting old, but I know a lot of that is the time of year and allergies. I love fall, it's the only bad part. We did sell the car today, but I tell you what, I shouldn't try to sell a car when I'm pregnant. :) But it's done. Just a few loose ends to tie up tomorrow. As for pg stuff, I have a progesterone draw on Thursday morning. Hopefully it will be good and my last one. I've been off of the prometrium since Friday. Last draw was 37.7 and that's higher than it was when I was on the shots way back when, so I'm not worried about this. Alright, it has been a very long, busy day, so I'm off to finally relax!

Car for sale!

I know this isn't baby related, but I'll take all the free advertising I can get. If you or anyone you know is looking for a good, inexpensive car, let me know. All we have had to do in 2 years is replace a taillight, new brakes (2005) and new tires (those are 3/07 so they're great yet). Here's the stats:

1992 Nissan Sentra XE, Front wheel drive, 112,300 miles, asking $1800.





As far as baby, things are going well. I'm hoping to start updating weekly, but that may be spotty this month. It's an exciting month!

13 weeks

I'm 13 weeks as of yesterday. Depending on where I look, the 2nd trimester starts with the 13th or 14th week. So I'm calling it 2nd trimester on Wednesday and splitting the difference.

I'm starting to feel better. I tend to have more energy and less nausea. Some days I'm still not great, but usually that's due more to overdoing it the day before. One of these days I'll learn. :) I've been having growing pains, which is good. :) My progesterone went up last week, so it's been reduced to once a day for a week, then none for a week, then we'll test again.

This weekend has been good. Been busy getting ready for graduation, doing a lot around the house, and did a little maternity clothes shopping today, which was fun. Been very productive.