Sixteen Weeks

I went in for my sixteen week appointment on Monday. It was a good one. I really love my doc. I tried to get him to schedule me an ultrasound that day, with the excuse that I'm measuring large (true, but really- any excuse would've worked for me). He reminded me that I have one coming in my next appointment and told me to hold my horses. :) Darn.

My uterus is larger than average. It has been with both of my other kids, so I'm not surprised. I'm measuring 18 weeks instead of the 16 I should be. No worries, just a fact. I tend to have lots and lots of fluid. Lucky babes; they all get an Olympic-sized pool to wade around in! No wonder they're such big babies! Little fish in a big pond = big fish, right? 

The heartbeat was good and strong, in the 140-150 range. Good job, baby. You're so strong already.

I'm not feeling the wee one move much yet. I'm excited for when that will change. But for now, it's nice to just know that everything seems to be on schedule with no complications. Especially given the stress and difficulties Dena's dealing with (her little lady is trying to get out waaayy to early) and even Tori's hernia pain, I am so grateful for a quiet, by-the-book pregnancy. I've got it pretty good, really.

My next appointment (and ultrasound!!) is scheduled for Aug 14th. Sooo far away (Blast you, Derek, and your work trip to Cali!)... but also not far away at all. Will there be coral in the nursery plans? Only time (and an ultrasound tech) will tell! :) Can't wait.

Baby, I love you so much already. Thank you for growing and developing so well; I know it's hard, exhausting work. I'm excited to "see" you soon. And don't worry... I won't let your brother name you Wisconsin, even though he thinks it's beautiful.

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