I am totally on cloud 9 right now. To be honest, I think i had prepared myself for the worst.
We arrived at 9.20am, appointment was at 9.30am. I first got called into a little room to fill out some paperwork, got asked some standard questions about health and ethnic origin, etc. Then got weighed!! Argh, wasn't prepared for that one. She didn't tell me what i weighed thank god, and i didn't ask! lol
Then we went back into the waiting room and got called again about 5 mins later. This time for the scan. I got onto the bed thingy and was surprised to see a big screen right in front of me, as well as one in front of the sonographer. I immediately thought "surely she won't switch my screen on until she has seen everything is ok" but she put it on straight away. I was sooo scared that i was going to see something awful, but I couldn't look away from the screen.
However, as soon as she put the scanning thingy on my tummy i saw a baby on the screen. Not a tiny blob, like i was expecting. A proper baby that looked well formed for 12 weeks, was wiggling and had a heartbeat!!!
I immediately started crying! I can't even remember what the sonographer said but she was lovely and said very positive things (unlike my early scan).
Tony then started crying too and rested his head on shoulder and kissed me.
The sonographer started taking measurements and she decided i was 2 days ahead of what they told me at my early scan. Which was good, as they put me a week behind at my early scan and i was pretty sure i couldn't have been a whole week behind. 5 days doesn't seem quite such a big deal.
Baby was sleeping for most of the scan. It did have a wriggle right at the beginning and then a little wriggle in the middle. Nothing like my 12 weeks scan with Leo. He was bodypopping all over the place! Perhaps that means this baby will be more chilled out! *wishful thinking*
I asked if there was any sign of the bleeding that had been previously seen as she said "No, there's no bleeding. There are a few little darker areas but that is most likely just a little bit of bruising from where it has healed". I was so relieved to hear that.
After the scan me and Tony had a big cuddle and for the first time really celebrated the pregnancy. I could just tell from the look in his eyes that he was completely delighted. :)
Then i had to have some blood taken for the Downs test (among others) and i was VERY impressed that the lady managed to get blood out of me first time!! AND from my arm!! That never ever happens. it always takes several attempts and then they have to take it from the back of my hand. So that was good too!
I then made an appointment to see the Consultant on Monday 12th. I asked what this was for and the receptionist said it was a standard appointment that everyone gets. Hhmmm.... not convinced, but i'm happy to go. The more appointments the better if you ask me!
After the hospital me and Tony went into Exeter for a quick bit of shopping before Tony had to start work. I promised myself a mooch around the H&M baby and Maternity departments if all was well at the scan. I treated myself to 2 lovely maternity dresses / long tops, and got a little set for baby! A sleepsuit, vest, trousers, bib and little hat, all in neutral colours. So cute!!!
Anyway, i was in such a flap after my scan i went and bloody left my scan photo on the receptionists desk!! I only realised once i got into Exeter so i had to go back and get it! Doh!
I went into work for 12 as i had a team meeting. Our team meetings are the only time we all get together to share news and important work stuff so it was the perfect opportunity to let all my colleagues know. It was lovely that they were all so delighted for me! :)
I obviously got to tell all my family, Tony's family and friends too which was FAB! At last i can start to look forward to having a baby and can enjoy my pregnancy!
Anyway, gonna shut up now as hubby just got home. But all in all, a very VERY good day!!! ♥
Here is my scan pic. Gorgeous baby!!! xxxx
