The following post was written last week...on May 20th, and I am all caught up now!
Today I had my third doctor appointment...I am 12 weeks and 3 days. Travis and Avery came with me, and we heard the heartbeat this time! Our nurse found it very quickly, which was comforting, and it was in the high 150's. We listened to it for a minute or so, and I was very happy to hear that it sounded good. Even though I've had many pregnancy symptoms already, it makes it more real when you hear the heartbeat, and you realize what a miracle it is!
At this point, I'm doing well. I haven't gained any weight yet - I think I'm actually still down a few pounds. I am definitely eating more than I was a few weeks ago, but I kind of feel like I am "grazing" all day. I have to eat small meals frequently because I get really full and uncomfortable after just a few bites, but then I'm starving an hour later haha. It's a little frustrating, but I know it's only temporary. Even though I haven't gained weight, my stomach is starting to grow and widen. I am still wearing my regular pants, but I have just started keeping a rubber band with me. It's not because I can't button them...more because I want to avoid having a "muffin top" look haha. Sometimes it's more flattering to give myself a little extra space.
They also checked my blood pressure today, and luckily it was in the normal range today. It was pretty low at my first two appointments, so I was happy to see that it was higher today. I noticed that I haven't been feeling as lightheaded as I was in the beginning, and I think it was related...maybe...I'm not a doctor though.
We also scheduled my first trimester screen/ultrasound for Thursday afternoon. I'm looking forward to seeing my little baby for the first time!
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