My appointment today with the high-risk doctor for my high blood pressure went well. She basically said that I do have a chronic problem but my range is (currently) not alarming to her, but it is something that needs to be closely monitored. She gave me a BP range that she'd like me to stay in, based on various factors, and right now I am well within that range so that is the good news. The "bad" news is that, a) there is nothing I can do about it (other than not be pregnant), and b) I need to go for ultrasounds/monitoring every 6 weeks, then every 4 weeks by the 3rd trimester, then every week in my last month. Each visit they will check for things such as blood flow, blood saturation levels, growth, etc.
The anatomic ultrasound was an hour of pure bliss mixed with mind-blowing images that sink one down firmly back to where one belongs. Nothing can EVER prepare you for seeing your 19 week unborn child's brain, kidneys, blood flow, spinal column, femur, stomach, etc. on a giant T.V. screen. The results were wonderful- everything appears to be 100% normal and healthy for this stage in the game!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Monday, June 20, 2011
Doctor Appointment
Check-up today showed that I lost 3 pounds (!), but 2.0 had a beautiful, strong heartbeat of 148-150 BPM. BP is still running high... nothing I can do until I go for my high-risk appointment other than take it at home and keep a log. Otherwise, I feel great!
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Doctor Appointment
Check-up today showed a very wiggly gummy bear... so much in fact we've upgraded him/her to jumping bean! He/she was crossing and uncrossing his/her legs LOL. My gestational hypertension is back...boo! So, I have a consultation with a high-risk OB to help me manage it. Also have our big anatomical ultrasound coming up in 7 weeks! So excited!
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