Week 16 belly picture!



Week 16 OB checkup

Saw my OB yesterday and everything is going great. I have gained a total of 8 pounds. I thought that was a lot but my doctor said that was perfect and I looked great. My blood pressure was 117/70. I didn't have an ultrasound this visit but we got to hear the baby's heartbeat on the doppler. Heartbeat was nice and strong at 150 bpm. It still amazes me everytime I hear it. I told my doctor that I have been having some pains on the upper part of my thighs, bottom area, and that it felt like I was kicked in the crotch. She wanted to do an exam just to make sure everything was okay. Turns out I have varicose veins and a hemorrhoid which is why walking has been painful. She told me this was just a normal part of pregnancy but it wasn't something I wanted to hear. She checked my cervix because I have been having some cramps and she said it was nice and closed. After my appointment I headed over to the hospital for my Alpha-fetoprotein blood test. The test assess probabilities of potential genetic disorders. I also scheduled my anatomy scan (ultrasound) for the 26th of this month. During the scan they should (crossing my fingers) be able to tell us the sex of the baby. Matt thinks it is a girl, I am thinking boy. I guess we will have to wait and see who is right!