Half way through week 13, it is safe to say that I now look pregnant. To see my belly grow right before my eyes is truly remarkable, and every time I catch a glimpse of my changing reflection in a mirror or window, I can't help but smile to myself.
So far, I love being pregnant! Though I must admit I wasn't very prepared for the fatigue and headaches that frequently visit, but T.J. is a tropper and takes great care of me. Nauseousness, I was prepared for, and honestly eating more makes it go away, so who am I to complain about that? Bring it on!! :)
We met with my new doctor last week and were able to hear the heartbeat again through a doppler this time. Hearing your baby's heartbeat is truly an undescribable experience. The fast "swoosh-swoosh" of the heart is enough to bring tears to any happy parents eyes as they imagine holding their infant in their arms in just a few months. The heartbeat was very strong and ranged between 150-160 beats per minutes, which is just a little lower than it was the last time we were able to hear it, when it was at a very high amount of 170 beats per minute. But, I was quite stressed at the previous reading, which could have easily explained the higher heartbeat the previous time.
I still find it hard to believe how fast these past few months have gone bye! I am already 1/3 of the way through the pregnancy, and yet it still feels like we just found out. As we begin to look for nursery furniture, bedding and decorating ideas, the excitement builds as we eagerly await to meet our first child!
Thank you Lord for this amazing blessing, and continue to watch over our little one and help him/her to grow healthy & strong. :)
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