18 weeks and 2 days, and my records finally arrived at my new doctor in Libertyville. I was a little nervous about the whole thing just because I didn't know how they would take to me be so far along and pretty much having to start all over again. I have to say, they were nothing but welcoming. The staff were so nice and I got to meet 2 of the 4 doctors in the practice! Of course my doctor, Dr. Adu is pregnant and 5 weeks ahead of me, so she encouraged me to see all the doctors in the practice throughout the rest of my time just in case she isn't back for her maternity leave.
Both doctors that were there read through my file and before even talking about it, they had suggested we do a c-section, which Ryan and I had been debating on anyways. They both said with the history of Charlie's birth and the low amniotic fluid levels, we shouldn't take a risk. Plus, Dr. Adu emphasized that no person should have to go through something so traumatic. Everyone there was very knowledgeable and sympathetic of my situation and really took the time to read through what had happened and got my side of the story as well which I greatly appreciated.
Both doctors agreed that I need to go see a high risk doctor, just for precautionary sake (one of the doctors in the practice is a high risk). So I will have a consultation and a VERY VERY long ultrasound to really look at everything and it gives us a chance to find out the sex of the baby. YEAH! They said that I will be monitored closely through the rest of the pregnancy with additional ultrasounds towards the end. The docs also moved my due date up to September 27, but because of the scheduled c-section, I will have the baby at 39 weeks (unless he/she decides to come early). I have to say, even though I was at the office for 1 hour 1/2, I have never left an appointment so happy. They were truly understanding and made sure that I understood all aspects and gave me the opportunity to ask questions.
All in all, I am measuring right on track. The baby's heartbeat was 154 (and she was able to find it with the Doppler). I go today to do my first glucose test. Dr. Adu is going to have me do 2 throughout the pregnancy just in case. Not looking forward to that AT ALL! My next regular check up is May 29 and sometime in the next 2 weeks I will go to the high risk doc and get an ultrasound! I am so anxious, I can't stand it! Other than that, I have been feeling pretty good. Headaches off and on, no substantial cravings! Just taking it day by day!!!
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