It really was a great visit with many topics discussed. I addressed my hip pain that visits almost on a nightly basis, waking me up from my sleep and having a hard time going back to sleep afterwards. She kind of laughed and said that it was normal and another thing we can blame on little Cameron.
We talked about his name and how we came up with it. We talked about finding out that he is a boy and how proud dad's are of their little guys. She also shared with me that she has two sons and daughters and it's amazing how enthralled little boys (and men of all ages) are with their penises and bodily functions while her daughters could care less about these things.
I addressed my concern over being tired all the time and she said that it was also normal but that we would test my thyroid again, as it was time anyways. The results came back this morning and it's the same as it was two months ago, perfectly in the normal range!
We talked about little baby kicks and how I'm feeling little Cameron more and more! She shared that I might feel him one day and then not again for a couple days and that's completely normal. I also shared with her that our little guy is quite the stinker already...every time he kicks and I put my hand on my belly he tends to stop. This has happened every time with Lloyd so far and it makes me a little sad because I want Lloyd to feel Cameron kicking too. She suggested that Lloyd and I spoon while falling asleep (me in the back, belly on Lloyd's back) and that he might feel them that way (it was the only way her husband would feel kicks while she was pregnant). We just might have to try this...when the weather cools down though!
We talked about finding his Pediatrician, classes she recommends us taking, when to schedule these classes, and what to expect in the upcoming weeks. I also let her know about my work situation and how taxing it is on me with my very early hours (to avoid an even longer commute) and my hellacious commute (I live 50 miles from work and have to travel through some of the worst traffic in the nation). She empathized and told me to keep her posted on how I'm feeling and we'll go from there.
She also warned me to be cautious of my weight gain. I was up 9 lbs since my last visit 6 1/2 weeks ago. I know that I was borderline but I also think that I was retaining more fluid, etc causing my weight to be a little more concerning that it should have been. Either way, it was a warning that I will take to heart and be as diligent as I can be over the next few weeks. I already exercise at least 60 minutes every day, sometimes more, and I eat pretty healthy so maybe just making some very small tweaks will go a long ways. My goal going into pregnancy was to gain 30 lbs (this is what is considered normal as I was normal weight pre-pregnancy...ironically, the less you weight pre-pregnancy, the more they expect you to gain during pregnancy). I'm currently up 16 lbs so hopefully I don't gain too much this last half.
At the end of the appointment she asked if I was feeling better and more relaxed about the pregnancy and I was happy to tell her that I am! It's been quite the journey and it feels so good to know that we will have this little guy in our arms in 4 months or so! It's also great to be on this journey with her as my OB- she truly is a blessing from God...I couldn't ask for a better OB and it's great to see her share in our happiness and joy! Yesterday was one of those moments you pray and dream of when all the worries start to disappear and it becomes fun again, just like I envisioned when we started on this journey 2 years ago. Her relief and excitement for us was clearly evident and it was so reassuring to know that we have arrived at that point where it's now about having fun and excitedly anticipating the arrival of our son!
Other than my appointment, I have completed our registry, we decided on our nursery theme and some of the decor, I have organized our baby shower invite list and provided it to the hosts, I signed us up for childbirth preparation class and our hospital tour, and we bought Cameron's first Bible!
God is so, so incredibly good! I remember when we were walking through the darkest of times and friends/family/supporters would point out that someday we wouldn't hurt so bad. That pain that we suffered for so long is slowly fading and we are inching our way to a place I honestly didn't know we would ever get to. It's been a journey and one that I am so thankful for! Yes, I miss my two other babies but there's a feeling that is indescribable now that I have Cameron...I can honestly say that there was a purpose for each and every tear and all the heartache- this little guy was worth the wait!
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