On Monday, I got to go to a normal doctor appointment.
For the past 4 months, I have had an OB or MFM appointment at least every two weeks, often once a week. At every appointment, save two extra checkups to monitor me for gestational diabetes, I have had an ultrasound (and not just the cute tummy ultrasound, either, if you know what I mean). One memorable week at the beginning of this journey, I had 4 ultrasounds in 8 days.
So when my doctor suggested we forgo an ultrasound and do a regular exam for this week’s appointment I grinned and said, “Absolutely!”
On Monday, I got to go to one office instead of two. On Monday, I got to hear my baby’s heartbeat with a doppler. On Monday, I got to have my belly measured. It was just an ordinary OB exam. It was wonderful.
And the best part of all? I got put on modified bed rest. I’m still mostly restricted to the bed, but I can get up to make a sandwich or walk around the house for a couple of minutes. I try to limit myself to 10 minutes every hour so I don’t overdo it (yes, this workaholic needs her boundaries!), and I still can’t do housework, but I am so happy to have a tiny bit of freedom back. Using the microwave has never been so empowering!
Oh, that’s wonderful!!! I’m rejoicing with you! Hang in there, my friend. Love you!
Ha! Now you can make your own Spaghetti-O’s and not trigger your friend’s addiction! 🙂
You know, I’ve never had my belly measured. At least, not in any way other than the tailoring sense. None of my billions of doctors thought it was necessary because, well, you know. Never thought of that before.
Congrats on getting closer and closer to normal! 🙂
So very very excited for you!