Wednesday, March 16, 2011

9 weeks

Just got back from my weekly U/S at the REs and everything is looking ok. Still measuring behind but consistent growth. I should be 9w2d and he measured 9w0d with a heart rate of 187. The RE is still not worried about the size of the little guy so I guess I’m ok.


I am not good at seeing the baby on the screen and being able to tell what is what. Today I was staring at its head thinking how cute the little guy was then the RE pointed out the leg buds coming out of what I thought were the ears. I guess I can’t tell the difference between the head and the rump. I felt kinda like Rachel in Friends when she had her U/S if you remember that…! We did get to see the baby moving – that was really cool!

The past two U/S the RE has been a little bit concerned with the amount of fluid surrounding the baby. He said it could just be the angle and probably nothing to worry about but he did refer us to a U/S specialist to get it checked out. So I am currently waiting for them to call so I can make an appointment!

At 9 weeks I have officially graduated from the RE… I will see this specialist next week and then I have my first OB appointment on the 31st. The RE did say that I can go back to their office anytime in the next two weeks if I need to see the heartbeat for some reassurance. I will sure miss the compassion that we received from everyone at the RE’s office.

Anyone have any advice on the purchase or rental of a Fetal Doppler? I have heard great things and think I need one! Can you suggest a brand for me to check out?

My symptoms seem to be lightning up a little. Not as nauseous – it really depends on what I eat. My boobs ache at night but are feeling better during the day. The past two days I have had a touch of a headache but its either allergies or I need to drink more water. I hope the lack of symptoms is not a bad sign.

I am also finished with my estrace and my progesterone lozenges.  I will continue with the progesterone gel for another two weeks!  

15 comments:

  1. Congratulations on making it to 9 weeks! I am so happy that your U/S went well!

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  2. It is totally cool seeing them wiggle in there. I love that episode of Friends...too funny!! Congrats on 9 weeks!!

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  3. i bought a doppler and loved it. it put my mind at ease many nights. i rarely use it now because i can feel the twins all the time. hibebe is what we used. congrats on 9 weeks!!

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  4. Wait till you get to see them move and feel it at the same time. Super cool. Are you fluid level's too high or too low?

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  5. I have a 3mhz Sonoline B doppler that I purchased on Amazon for $60. I was able to hear the hb at 10.5 (with full bladder, hips propped under a pillow). It is worth every penny!

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  6. I was thinking about getting a doppler too. I'm so happy that your 9 week appointment went well and you got to see the little one move, that was my favorite part of my appt yesterday!

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  7. lol about the Rachel reference :) Glad things on progressing well, that's great!

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  8. So glad things are continue to go well! I love that episode of Friends when Rachel couldn't see the baby on the U/S.

    We bought a doppler off Amazon and loved it. It was soooo nice to have a little reassurance. I'll have to get the brand name and send it to you. Also, I remember another blogger who had an extra (new) doppler she was trying to sell and had no takers. I can put you in contact with her if you'd like.

    Enjoy your weekend!

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  9. So glad to hear things are growing and going well!

    Happy graduation day!!

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  10. So glad things look great at your ultrasound! I will definitely be getting a doppler as well... I know it can cause some anxiety if you can't hear a heartbeat, but I think it will help me. I'm interested to hear what the U/S specialist says - I'm sure everything is fine!

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  11. Woo hoo! Congratulations on graduating. I'm so happy for you. What great news! :)

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  12. Congratulations, and hoping the fluid thing is nothing.

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  13. congrats on graduating.
    By the way, I had delayed fetal growth and was told they start worrying in T1 when the lag is a week or over (it was in my case) so I would not worry about a few days.
    good luck with the scan and the new OB.
    P.S. thanks so much for all of your support!!!!!

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  14. I do remember that Friend's episode. I love that show:) I am so happy for you...that is great the morning sickness is not too harsh. I just my friend who is 3 months, she was going off how her boobs hurt so much she can hardly take a shower!

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  15. congrats on graduating to the OB! i'm so happy for you! i LOVED that friends episode. too funny!

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