appointments
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Birth Story
Our due date came and gone. There were no signs lovebug was ready to make her appearance. Barely even dilated. Time to move on to every other day appointments and non stress tests to keep an eye on her. The… Continue reading
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Half Way There!
Crazy to think we are 20 weeks into pregnancy and have an estimated 20 to go. I have been blessed that this pregnancy has been fairly easy up to this point. The occasional migraine and back/rib pain is something I… Continue reading
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First Midwife Visit
This afternoon we had our first appointment with our midwife group. I’ve opted for a birth center. Walking through the clinic doors it instantly felt homey. The nurse/ tech that brought me back did not identify herself. B arrived moments… Continue reading
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First Ultrasound
The time has come to confirm our pregnancy. The only downside is ultrasounds are midday at the clinic and for us it’s an hour plus drive so it eats away a part of the work day. B came and picked… Continue reading
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Finally the Call
I’ve been anticipating a call from my PCP/ midwife since July 10th. Usually she is very good about calling or checking in as she said. Well time passed so I sent her a portal message. A few more days passed… Continue reading
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Mock Transfer
I’m not sure what I was expecting for the mock transfer as I wasn’t given much information other than to arrive with a full bladder. Essentially, if it is a test run why would I need Valium the day of… Continue reading
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Cleared for Transfer
This week has been filled with appointments. My PCP stated I was looking good and healthy. She was not concerned with the weight I had put on nor really concerned about my labs. She acknowledged it is likely the hormones.… Continue reading
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SIS
Today I went for an SIS to make sure my uterus is in an optimal condition to prep for a transfer. I was a nervous, anxious mess but B was there to help keep me calm. My friend Nikki was… Continue reading
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Bittersweet Days
Another appointment today. They keep saying I’m going fast but it doesn’t seem like it. I saw male Dr. M today and he was pointing out only like five follicles that were 12-13mm. To me that sounds like shrinking not… Continue reading
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