So today was my 24 week check up. I am measuring 25 centimeters, so right on track, and the baby has a good healthy heartbeat, she is a little slower than Rachel 120 bpm, but she was wiggling away from the doctor the whole time so I know she's just fine. Since becoming pregnant I have gained a total of 12 pounds! Looks like I'll be small again just like with Roo. I also had to take the glucose tolerance test to see if I am gestational diabetic. I'm sure if I hear from the doctor's office in the next couple days that will mean that I failed the test but I if I don't than I passed. I am really hoping that I pass this time. I still have everything from when I was pregnant with Rachel and diagnosed with GD, so if I am again at least I know what I need to do to take care of myself. It would be one less thing to worry about though.This pass week I have been dealing with a lot more tightening. I really do think this time around that I am going to be dealing with Braxton Hicks contractions more than I did with Rachel. It's mainly in the evening my tummy will start feeling kinda sick and then it's super tight for a couple second. Very uncomfortable. It's not all the time but definitely more than I remember ever having before. Another lovely thing about being pregnant that I am dealing with that I didn't with Rachel is ear stuffiness. Sometimes at night it's hard to fall asleep because it feels like I have an ear ache, ugh. Also, if I walk to fast or if I push myself a little too hard I will hear my heartbeat in my ears and it makes it so hard to hear anyone talking to me. I really hope it goes away after the baby gets here.
Last night was a really weird night for me. I had been having fun playing with Rachel and she was having fun picking on me. Suddenly, I felt like my personal bubble was being invaded and I didn't want Rachel to touch me at all. I felt super irritated and then all I wanted to do was cry! It was crazy! Josh was like, um what's going on? I gave Rachel a bath and calmed down though. It was just weird.
Next week I have my in depth ultrasound at the hospital. It will be nice to see the baby again and to see if she really is a she, which I am pretty sure she is. I just want to know that she is still growing nice and strong. Also, that same day is my mom's back surgery. So all of you prayers out there, would you please keep her in your prayers. I really hope this helps alleviate all of the pain that she is dealing with right now.
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Dearest Baby,
I love you so much. I feel you kicking me all the time. I am praying that you are still growing big and strong for me. Your daddy, sister, and I are getting excited to see you and hold you. I love you more than you know.
Love, Momma
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