Meet #2

The cat is out of the bag- Caiden will be a big brother in October! 

Last week we had an ultrasound. Technically it was the nuchal translucency ultrasound, which is for detecting down syndrome, but we just wanted the ultrasound. It was a week later in the pregnancy than when we did it with Caiden- 13 weeks instead of 12 weeks- and I don't know if timing was the difference or if it was this baby's position, or if they've just gotten newer equipment, but it was so much more clear this time. We could see everything so well- nose, hands, toes, knees, spine- so cool. #2 had a heart rate around 155 and measured at 3ish inches. 

The ultrasound made this pregnancy feel real. Of course I've known that I was pregnant for a long time, but this put it all together. There's a little squirmy baby in there. It's amazing how much they move even at this young gestational age. We got to see all kinds of acrobatics.

The doctors got all the measurements they needed very quickly, unlike last time with Caiden where it took a half hour! Dan is convinced this means that #2 will be an easier baby :)

I went straight to see Dr A afterwards, although she was so busy they gave me the option to see a NP. I jumped on that chance so I could get back to work quickly. And boy was it the fastest OB appointment I've ever had! We didn't need to take any measurements or check the heartbeat, since I had just come from an ultrasound. She answered a few questions and I was on my way!

Caiden has no idea what's coming. The concept doesn't seem to be sinking in. But he is very excited about the tractor on his shirt.