Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi- I am so glad things went well...It must be so neat to hear that little heartbeat! Keep us updated! UD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi- I am so glad things went well...It must be so neat to hear that little heartbeat! Keep us updated! UD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Hi Gabi, I'm so glad your appointment was reassuring. I remember on my early ultrasounds not being able to " see " what the doctors were, but once the baby gets to be around 13-14 weeks, you'll be amazed. <<To cheer me up, he told me that just yesterday he had a patient on C-sect, breach pos. – and then they found out the woman had a BU, almost complete. She carried full term never knowing of her MA. I also carried my son full term w/o knowing of my MA (septum). It happens! And probably more frequently than we imagine. <<I have another u/s in 4weeks, I asked for more frequent app., but he insisted that is not necessary. I hope he's right. From my preg. experience, not much happens at 1st/2nd trimester appts. They check your urine, listen to the heartbeat, and that's about it. Perhaps he feels that you don't need " special " care during the early part of your pregnancy because the baby has implanted well, etc. But certainly, I'd push for whatever you need to ease your mind. Once the baby gets bigger, is he going to see you more frequently? I'd definitely request that. Are you going to get regular ultrasounds? Best of luck to you - keep us posted! SU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Hi Gabi, I'm so glad your appointment was reassuring. I remember on my early ultrasounds not being able to " see " what the doctors were, but once the baby gets to be around 13-14 weeks, you'll be amazed. <<To cheer me up, he told me that just yesterday he had a patient on C-sect, breach pos. – and then they found out the woman had a BU, almost complete. She carried full term never knowing of her MA. I also carried my son full term w/o knowing of my MA (septum). It happens! And probably more frequently than we imagine. <<I have another u/s in 4weeks, I asked for more frequent app., but he insisted that is not necessary. I hope he's right. From my preg. experience, not much happens at 1st/2nd trimester appts. They check your urine, listen to the heartbeat, and that's about it. Perhaps he feels that you don't need " special " care during the early part of your pregnancy because the baby has implanted well, etc. But certainly, I'd push for whatever you need to ease your mind. Once the baby gets bigger, is he going to see you more frequently? I'd definitely request that. Are you going to get regular ultrasounds? Best of luck to you - keep us posted! SU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi, A huge congrats to you on your ultrasound. Seeing the heartbeat is indeed a wonderful thing. Have you started having any other PG symptoms yet? Maybe you'll be lucky and escape the nausea. It's true that you probably don't " need " another ultrasound for another 4 weeks, I think it's purely a peace of mind type thing. Again congrats on seeing that little heartbeat. (BU, Edd 5/1, c-sec 4/15, off bed-rest 5/20) Hi, I had my first u/s yesterday. For now, everything is fine, baby is implanted on my left side. I was trying so hard to see what the doc was showing me on the screen, but the only thing I could clearly see is one black-empty uterus, and one white-preg. one. I think I saw the baby, but I surly saw the heartbeat. I was so excited about everything that I forgot to ask where exactly the baby is implanted, on the inner on outer wall. Doc. said that for now I'm not any different than any other `normal' preg, and that I should be fine until the baby starts to grow and runs out of room, and that is when I'll need special care, probably cerclage, bed rest, hospital if necessary. To cheer me up, he told me that just yesterday he had a patient on C-sect, breach pos. - and then they found out the woman had a BU, almost complete. She carried full term never knowing of her MA. I have another u/s in 4weeks, I asked for more frequent app., but he insisted that is not necessary. I hope he's right. Thanks for listening, Gabi UD or SU, 7w preg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi, congrats!!!!!! that first US is the best- but it is still hard to make it seem real- I had my 1st at 6 w then another at 8w and then went until 12 for a Dr appt- then had to wait until 18 w for another ultrasound!- the waiting from appt to appt is hard- because you know so much about your body- and have so many questions and want to know what will happen! hang in there- looking back (I am 19w now, BU) it was actually easier then, I didn't really feel anything- (but tired) and now, I have weird stretching and things that I don't know what they are- and always question them! now I am going to the dr every two weeks so I feel better...... I hope for a " normal " preg for the rest- so far...pretty normal!!! congrats again! J BU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi, congrats!!!!!! that first US is the best- but it is still hard to make it seem real- I had my 1st at 6 w then another at 8w and then went until 12 for a Dr appt- then had to wait until 18 w for another ultrasound!- the waiting from appt to appt is hard- because you know so much about your body- and have so many questions and want to know what will happen! hang in there- looking back (I am 19w now, BU) it was actually easier then, I didn't really feel anything- (but tired) and now, I have weird stretching and things that I don't know what they are- and always question them! now I am going to the dr every two weeks so I feel better...... I hope for a " normal " preg for the rest- so far...pretty normal!!! congrats again! J BU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi, congrats!!!!!! that first US is the best- but it is still hard to make it seem real- I had my 1st at 6 w then another at 8w and then went until 12 for a Dr appt- then had to wait until 18 w for another ultrasound!- the waiting from appt to appt is hard- because you know so much about your body- and have so many questions and want to know what will happen! hang in there- looking back (I am 19w now, BU) it was actually easier then, I didn't really feel anything- (but tired) and now, I have weird stretching and things that I don't know what they are- and always question them! now I am going to the dr every two weeks so I feel better...... I hope for a " normal " preg for the rest- so far...pretty normal!!! congrats again! J BU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Great news, Gabi! You must be walking on air. :-)))) Feel free to post brag pix of your little bean in the Our Ultrasounds section. I'm happy to hear of the BU woman's story. They say that having a BU is an " incidental " thing, quite frequently, and doesn't cause much of a problem, if any. Beth SU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Great news, Gabi! You must be walking on air. :-)))) Feel free to post brag pix of your little bean in the Our Ultrasounds section. I'm happy to hear of the BU woman's story. They say that having a BU is an " incidental " thing, quite frequently, and doesn't cause much of a problem, if any. Beth SU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi, I'm really happy to hear your first US experience went so well. I am looking forward to your updates!!! _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi, I'm really happy to hear your first US experience went so well. I am looking forward to your updates!!! _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi - Congratulations!! I remember my excitement over seeing the heartbeat (at an 8 week US). Definately a great feeling!! I think that was when I finally believed that I was indeed pregnant -- as if the 3 home tests & a visit to the OB at 5 weeks weren't assurance enough. I had alot of questions about implantation, cerclage, & placental location -- however, I forgot to ask any of them after seeing the heart beating. My OB also managed me as a normal pregnancy (despite my UD) until the very end. I had weekly appointments which started around 34 weeks, & had 3 or 4 nonstress tests to ensure the baby was doing well. He showed some signs of growth restriction near the end, but ended up being a respectable 6 pounds 12 ounces. I ended up having an induced delivery at 40 weeks & 1 day (based on LMP) - although the OB on call that night said that I would have probably progressed into labor on my own in a few days. During my pregnancy, my OB saw " no reason " to check the length of my cervix - although I know a lot of others on the site did have it done. I think it would have been reassuring. But, in the end, I did carry to full term. Best of luck to you!! My advice is to set short term goals along the way. I found it helped keep my cool & not worry so much. Keep us updated!! Tammy UD - Mommy to Adam (1/31/02) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2002 Report Share Posted February 20, 2002 Gabi - Congratulations!! I remember my excitement over seeing the heartbeat (at an 8 week US). Definately a great feeling!! I think that was when I finally believed that I was indeed pregnant -- as if the 3 home tests & a visit to the OB at 5 weeks weren't assurance enough. I had alot of questions about implantation, cerclage, & placental location -- however, I forgot to ask any of them after seeing the heart beating. My OB also managed me as a normal pregnancy (despite my UD) until the very end. I had weekly appointments which started around 34 weeks, & had 3 or 4 nonstress tests to ensure the baby was doing well. He showed some signs of growth restriction near the end, but ended up being a respectable 6 pounds 12 ounces. I ended up having an induced delivery at 40 weeks & 1 day (based on LMP) - although the OB on call that night said that I would have probably progressed into labor on my own in a few days. During my pregnancy, my OB saw " no reason " to check the length of my cervix - although I know a lot of others on the site did have it done. I think it would have been reassuring. But, in the end, I did carry to full term. Best of luck to you!! My advice is to set short term goals along the way. I found it helped keep my cool & not worry so much. Keep us updated!! Tammy UD - Mommy to Adam (1/31/02) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 Congrats!! I had my first u/s last week and it was still a little early for him to see a lot , so I go back in on Monday, which seems a million years away! On Thursday he *thought* he saw 2 sacs-I can see them right on the photo-but sometimes one " vanishes " so we'll see what happens. I'm absolutely terrified, but trying to relax. edd 10/16/02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 Congrats!! I had my first u/s last week and it was still a little early for him to see a lot , so I go back in on Monday, which seems a million years away! On Thursday he *thought* he saw 2 sacs-I can see them right on the photo-but sometimes one " vanishes " so we'll see what happens. I'm absolutely terrified, but trying to relax. edd 10/16/02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 Congrats!! I had my first u/s last week and it was still a little early for him to see a lot , so I go back in on Monday, which seems a million years away! On Thursday he *thought* he saw 2 sacs-I can see them right on the photo-but sometimes one " vanishes " so we'll see what happens. I'm absolutely terrified, but trying to relax. edd 10/16/02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 > To cheer me up, he told me that just yesterday he had a > patient on C-sect, breach pos. – and then they found out the woman > had a BU, almost complete. She carried full term never knowing of her MA. What a fun day for you and DH. I still have our first ( & only) US picture (20 wks) framed in my DD's room. So great everything looks good. I could have been the patient your dr. mentioned. I carred to 37 wks, (breech, left side) and never knew! Absolutely no problems except for severe morning sickness for 20 weeks, back pain, and the painful " third breast " in the last trimester (the MA lopsided bulge!) They didn't even notice during the c-section (I was with a family practioner during pg, and the ob who delivered her had never examined me, etc.) Here's to a happy, healthy, successful pregnancy! Take care -- Kate, UD, ttc for #2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 Hi Gabi and congrats! Isn't it so exciting!? I had ultrasounds by my RE at 6 and 7 weeks (but the OB would never have done that). The baby was our little " dot " I had one at 9 weeks because I insisted after a paranoid episode But, after that I had one at 12 weeks and I'm currently waiting impatiently for my next one at 16 weeks. For now, it's like a normal pregnancy. Only a little after 20 weeks will they start seeing me every 3 weeks to monitor my cervical length. Sounds like it makes sense for what they're doing. Thanks for the story on the other patient - it helps me too Best of luck to you! And, congrats again. You should post your pic to the Photos area on this board! Tara BU 14w6d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 Hi Gabi and congrats! Isn't it so exciting!? I had ultrasounds by my RE at 6 and 7 weeks (but the OB would never have done that). The baby was our little " dot " I had one at 9 weeks because I insisted after a paranoid episode But, after that I had one at 12 weeks and I'm currently waiting impatiently for my next one at 16 weeks. For now, it's like a normal pregnancy. Only a little after 20 weeks will they start seeing me every 3 weeks to monitor my cervical length. Sounds like it makes sense for what they're doing. Thanks for the story on the other patient - it helps me too Best of luck to you! And, congrats again. You should post your pic to the Photos area on this board! Tara BU 14w6d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 Hi Gabi and congrats! Isn't it so exciting!? I had ultrasounds by my RE at 6 and 7 weeks (but the OB would never have done that). The baby was our little " dot " I had one at 9 weeks because I insisted after a paranoid episode But, after that I had one at 12 weeks and I'm currently waiting impatiently for my next one at 16 weeks. For now, it's like a normal pregnancy. Only a little after 20 weeks will they start seeing me every 3 weeks to monitor my cervical length. Sounds like it makes sense for what they're doing. Thanks for the story on the other patient - it helps me too Best of luck to you! And, congrats again. You should post your pic to the Photos area on this board! Tara BU 14w6d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 > On Thursday he *thought* he saw 2 sacs-I can see them right on the > photo-but sometimes one " vanishes " so we'll see what happens. Twinkies????? OMG! Congrats! Hang in there, kiddo! Beth SU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 > Hi, > I had my first u/s yesterday. For now, everything is fine, baby is > implanted on my left side. I was trying so hard to see what the doc > was showing me on the screen, but the only thing I could clearly see > is one black-empty uterus, and one white-preg. one. I think I saw > the baby, but I surly saw the heartbeat. I was so excited about > everything that I forgot to ask where exactly the baby is > implanted, on the inner on outer wall. Doc. said that for now I'm not > any different than any other `normal' preg, and that I should be fine > until the baby starts to grow and runs out of room, and that is when > I'll need special care, probably cerclage, bed rest, hospital if > necessary. To cheer me up, he told me that just yesterday he had a > patient on C-sect, breach pos. – and then they found out the woman > had a BU, almost complete. She carried full term never knowing of her > MA. I have another u/s in 4weeks, I asked for more frequent app., but > he insisted that is not necessary. I hope he's right. > Thanks for listening, > > Gabi > UD or SU, 7w preg. Hi Gabi; Sounds like your U/S went well, that's good news. It must have been so exciting to see the heartbeart. Maybe if you shared with the doctor any fear/concerns you have, he would consider seeing you a bit more frequently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 > Hi, > I had my first u/s yesterday. For now, everything is fine, baby is > implanted on my left side. I was trying so hard to see what the doc > was showing me on the screen, but the only thing I could clearly see > is one black-empty uterus, and one white-preg. one. I think I saw > the baby, but I surly saw the heartbeat. I was so excited about > everything that I forgot to ask where exactly the baby is > implanted, on the inner on outer wall. Doc. said that for now I'm not > any different than any other `normal' preg, and that I should be fine > until the baby starts to grow and runs out of room, and that is when > I'll need special care, probably cerclage, bed rest, hospital if > necessary. To cheer me up, he told me that just yesterday he had a > patient on C-sect, breach pos. – and then they found out the woman > had a BU, almost complete. She carried full term never knowing of her > MA. I have another u/s in 4weeks, I asked for more frequent app., but > he insisted that is not necessary. I hope he's right. > Thanks for listening, > > Gabi > UD or SU, 7w preg. Hi Gabi; Sounds like your U/S went well, that's good news. It must have been so exciting to see the heartbeart. Maybe if you shared with the doctor any fear/concerns you have, he would consider seeing you a bit more frequently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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