First Stage 2 Screening Ultrasound

Well we had our first Stage 2 Ultrasound on Thursday. I have been talking to the baby for a few days prior to our appointment saying please don't show mommy and daddy if you are a boy or girl. Well the baby I have to say listens all too well. We have to go back on January 2, 2009 for a second Stage 2 Ultrasound. Dr. McDonald could only see the bladder, kidneys, femur, and head. We did hear the heartbeat which was 140 bmp. She said everything looked good but wants another ultrasound in 4 weeks to try and see everything she needs to see. The baby is laying on its right side with its head on my right and feet on my left. That means the baby's back was facing my belly the whole time for the ultrasound. Baby is looking at my back. Dr. McDonald said my placenta looked fine and fluid was fine as well. We did get to see the baby move its mouth and stretch its arms over its head. The baby was very active during the ultrasound but would not move around enough for the screening. I guess I talked the baby out of showing us anything. LOL!! I have several ultrasound photos to post and I will just as soon as we get the new printer hooked up. Just thought I would update everyone on our progress. OH....ps.....I've lost another 2 lbs. so that makes 12 already. Dr. McDonald said I should only gain about 15 lbs. due to my starting weight. So....here's the math..... (-12+15=3lb total gain approximately) (then subtract the baby weight and fluid and placenta) I will have a negative weight gain in the end!! I'm really excited about that part!!

Hope all is well!

Love Always,
Mommy K, Daddy M, and Baby G