12 week check

12 weeks, 4 days today...

I heard the heartbeat - 164 bpm! I was not expecting to be able to hear it so soon, it was a wonderful treat. Everything is great so far. I just love the clinic. I feel listened to, and all of my questions and concerns are taken seriously.

We discussed the plan again. At my 16 week check, I will start the p17 shots. I will then continue to get the shot every week until at least 34-35 weeks. I can continue until 37 weeks, if I want, which I might. I will also see Dr. Wiedel every two weeks starting at 16 weeks. My first ultrasound will happen at 20 weeks, with cervical check ultrasounds every 2 weeks after that. We are so excited for 20 weeks! And no, we do not want to find out if baby is a girl or boy at that time. We will only find out if I have to be put on bedrest. I believe it will help me to focus on "the light at the end of the tunnel," if I have to ever go through that.

We are hoping for a long, boring, uneventful pregnancy!