Today I finally had my first (second first, that is) prenatal appointment. The surreal idea that I have a baby growing inside of me became a reality as I stared at the black and white screen of my insides. There was a tiny peanut (left side of the picture, under the "Z") in the midst of a black hole. The same black hole that appeared to have nothing in it 2 weeks ago when we went in for our first first prenatal visit. As if the appearance of this little bean-shape wasn't enough, the lovely midwife told me to look a little closer to see a small pulsing at one side of the peanut. This pulsing was the baby's heart...pounding away. She then turned off the "mute" button and all of a sudden the pulsing was given sound effects. The sound was exciting and relieving all at the same time. This is the part Erik was waiting for...and I would have to find a way to tell him how amazing it was to hear it. There will definitely be more oppurtunities for him to hear this, but until then, I will not be able to do it justice. It was so fast and strong. The midwife said everything looked great. The baby seemed very healthy and I should just keep on doing what I'm doing. That being eating everything I can to calm my upset stomach. This includes anything starchy, specifically: saltine crackers (we need to buy stock in them), top ramen, macaroni and cheese, potato soup, and bean and cheese burritos. These change on a constant basis. It may be fine at lunch and a few hours later be the most revolting thing I have ever seen. There is no telling what I want until I want it...and I mean NOW! That is all for now... if there is reason for me to actually be consistent with anything and to blog, this little kiddo is it....I will try to keep on it!
