Monday, May 11, 2009

87 - Good News



After a weekend of bed rest, things are looking up. I can't believe the above pictures - clearly looking like a baby. How did that flashing dot turn into this? Blows my mind away. Even comparing the pictures from one week ago to today's pic...

Baby now measures 9w0d (after measuring 7w3d at the same office one week ago) with a strong heartbeat and...movement! It was great to see the little miracle wiggling. It looked happy. I don't know how else to say it, but when I saw the screen, the first thing that came to my mind was "that's a happy baby".

And here's the craziest thing - no obvious large subchorionic hematoma. Actually, our ob couldn't find anything remarkable (except the baby, of course!). I didn't have any more spotting all weekend until last night at my night endometrin insert...then there it was - a dash a red blood on the tip. I'm not saying that there wasn't a hematoma when I went to the ER, but I wonder if some of the spotting could also be cervical due to being on these inserts three times a day for the past 8 weeks. The ob said "who knows" and advised me to stay on moderate rest (no lifting, exercising, etc.) until the next appointment in 2 weeks. Gladly. I am so grateful that I do not have any obligations right now (school's out)...I can't imagine dealing with all these ups and downs with any added stress. Plus, I find that it has given me the time to do a little daydreaming - which I am starting to value so much.

Thank you so much for all your continued support!

10 comments:

DAVs said...

You are TRULY living the dream girl!

Sky said...

I want you to get sick and tired of hearing the word "unremarkable" this entire pregnancy!

Honestly, when it comes to our health or that of our children (gestating and born), the boring term "unremarkable" is a beautiful thing - almost melodic.

Enjoy!

bawagner said...

Honey I have been praying so very hard for good news and GOD has provided us with the best news ever!! This little "HAPPY BABY" is very exciting for all of us.

I have a new photo on my Frig now. Honey please take care of yourself if you need anything and I mean anything you know I will be there for you.

Love you so much, Aunt Barb

Jill M. said...

Always happy to hear continued good news from you!

Not Your Aunt B said...

So happy for you. A happy baby indeed!

nishkanu said...

It is so exciting when they stop being a blob and start being a squirmy little humanoid! Congratulations!!

Sue said...

Oh how cute! I just love the little u/s pics!! Great news! keep up the good work;-)

onwardandsideways said...

Very happy for you!! Wishing you continued smooth sailing (and no more bleeding - bleh!)

Personally, I could watch the monitor for hours. But I don't think they'd let me... lol

Kris said...

So glad everything is looking good!

Andrea said...

I've been following your post and crossing my fingers and toes for you! I was overjoyed to see this latest news!