Surreal

Until yesterday, I don't think I truly believed that in 6 months we would have a baby. Of course, I hoped, but my Type A personality constantly thought of things that could go wrong. With it being so early, there is no way to tell if everything is ok. I also haven't had ANY morning sickness (I know, you can slap me later!). Honestly it worried me! I had read that morning sickness is a sign of a healthy pregnancy (I need to stop reading).

Two weeks ago, we got to hear the heartbeat, which put my mind at ease a little, and then yesterday we got those gorgeous pictures. It was the craziest, most exciting, and happy moment. My husband was up out of his chair looking at the monitor (It was very cute!) The baby will be 14 weeks on Friday so I feel much better being at the very end of the first trimester. The little one measured perfectly, and even bounced around a little, but otherwise sat very still for his picture. The technician talked about how he was such a good baby! (I say he because it's just easier, we actually have no idea!) The heartrate was nice and healthy at 163. Just amazing.

I have felt great, but my blood pressure at the Dr. hasn't been so hot. I blame it on the office. I wait 45 minutes, at least, every time I have an appointment. That's enough to make anyone's BP rise. The last time it was high because we were going to hear the heartbeat. My Type A personality was panicking, afraid we wouldn't hear on, so of course, high again. If they had taken it afterwards, I swear it would have been fine. And last time, it was high because I was worried it would be high. I knew if it was I would be in a bit of trouble. It was 137 over 87. Not super high, but not very good. Plus it's my FIRST pregnancy, I have NO idea what to expect!

Long story short, I am now classified as 'High Risk' because of it. I really don't think I have high BP because I feel great, no headaches or any symptoms. At least a good thing comes out of it - I get to have Level II ultrasounds which apparently are great. AND, they got done every 2 weeks so I get to see the little one more. I still worry about it growing properly and on schedule, but so far, he looks perfect. I guess I just need to relax and let things happen.

We go back in two weeks and get to hear the heartbeat again, and then I will have a sonogram shortly after. I can't wait to see him/her again!