Ultrasounds

Friday, March 27th, 2009: we went for our 6 week ultrasound. I was nervous to find out how many I had growing in my belly. Not because I didn't think I could handle it, but because they transferred two beautiful embryo's and the chances of them both taking were very high. I just wanted them to be healthy and happy, however many there were.

It only took the U/S tech a few minutes to discover that we had ONE beautiful baby growing in my belly. We were so happy, however, we were sad for the one we lost. Our baby was quickly dubbed, "thumper", for his/her strong heartbeat. Even at 6w2d, our baby already had a heart rate of 122bpm. Completely perfect. For only beating for a few days, our Dr was very impressed with the heart rate already. Perfect.

We could see Thumper's heart beating so strong and perfect in his/her little body. We couldn't make out much of a baby, just more of a blob, but it was our baby and we love it more than anything in the world.

Friday, April 10, 2009: A mere 2 weeks later and we were going in for our 8 week ultrasound. This was to be our last appointment at the infertility clinic for a while (a long while). We were sad to have to say goodbye to all of the people who helped us get to where we currently are. Pregnant with our beautiful, perfect Thumper. They've helped us through so much for so long that they've become like family.

I was VERY nervous going into the ultrasound because I feared that something bad had happened to our little one and that we wouldn't be parents after all. I tried my best not to think that way but it didn't happen like I wanted.

When the U/S tech came in to do the ultrasound, I was very nervous and just wanted to know that our baby was okay. Waiting to see our precious little Thumper seemed to take forever. Finally she inserted the ultrasound probe and I about panicked. I couldn't see anything on the screen and I was very close to starting to cry. She then inserted it the rest of the way and there was our precious baby, heart clearly visible on the screen and kicking away. Squirming and kicking, our beautiful, perfect baby.

The images were much clearer this time. We could most certainly make out the babies body. A perfect large head, a perfectly round little tummy, two gorgeous little arms and 2 perfect little legs. She measured the heart rate and it was a perfect 165bpm. A little girl, perhaps? We'll have to wait and see. She said that the baby looked absolutely perfect and they couldn't ask for anything more.

We spent the next 30 minutes, or so, saying goodbye to all of our friends at the infertility clinic. We were very sad to have to leave them but after all, it's what we've wanted for so long, so it was nice to have to leave them on such GREAT terms and under such GREAT circumstances.

I thought I should add that the belly is on the left and the head is on the right next to the hollow (looking) circle. The circle is the yolk sac that is feeding baby till the umbilical cord & placenta kick in at 12 weeks.

I couldn't be more happier with our outcome and our progress so far. We go to our first OB appointment (here in town - thank god!) on Thursday, April, 16th, 2009. I will update you more then.

Thumper - 2 Months!

Dear my beautiful Thumper,

You have been in my belly for 2 months, now. I have
loved everyday! I am often reminded of your presence
by being very nauseas and with all the little flutters
that I feel so very often. I can only imagine what life
must be like for you "on the inside".

We've seen you twice, so far, but get to see you again
very soon. We can't wait! We absolutely LOVE watching
your beautiful, perfect, strong heartbeat. Your name,
Thumper, fits you very well and daddy gave it to you
because of your strong little heartbeat. We've never
seen anything so beautiful, in all of our lives.

We've also come up with your name choices this month.
We love your daddy's name so much that we've decided
that if you are a BOY, you will take after your daddy
and your name will be:

Jeffrey Scott Jr.

It took us a bit longer to find a girl name that we liked.
We decided to use our 1st choice as a first name and our
2nd choice as a middle name. Your name will be:

Amaya Raylen

If you are a GIRL, that is.

We love you so much and can't wait to see you again, soon.
I love you with everything I have!

Love,
Your Mama!

I suck at updates!

I went to my 6 week ultrasound appointment last Friday. All is great. We have ONE little bun in the oven. Yes, one. I am just as shocked as you are. Still a week later, I am still shocked. I keep thinking to myself that there has to be one hiding in there somewhere and they're going to make their appearance at a later date.

Thumper's Stats:
Heartrate: 122bpm
Length: 0.63 inches

She quickly spotted the heartbeat as well as a beautiful yolk sack and a beautiful baby. We saw arm buds, leg buds, a head, a big ol belly, etc. We are very blessed and very thankful!

I go for my next U/S appointment on April 10th, just to review things and make sure the baby is continuing to grow as expected and that the heartrate increases, like it should. 122bpm is great especially when you think about the fact that it JUST started beating a few days before. My dr was very impressed.

We also have our first OB appointment on thursday April 16th.

I am excited that my OB is right across the street from the hospital where I will be giving birth and not only that but they're litterally right down the street from my house. I am so thankful.

I don't know this OB, but my primary care says she comes HIGHLY recommended. He said that she's just like him, VERY thorough yet she has a great sense of humor. What more could you ask for, right?

We're very excited to meet her!