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Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Its a "normal" baby boy!

Spine up top, belly down, face to the left, leg to the right.

Skull/face, and hand on top right

E and I kept seeing the "turtle" pop up while the technician was measuring the baby's legs. I said "is that what I think it is?" She said "what do you think it is?". I said "a penis." She replied "yep".

There it is. :)



Praise God that everything was normal! The baby was measuring, overall, a day behind my December 31st due date- not uncommon for my babies. Both O and A were small at their anatomy scan. However, the head was measuring about 5 days ahead, and the legs were 2 days behind. Sounds like A. The baby moved like crazy during the sonogram, too! The tech had a hard time getting measurements because he was so busy! Sounds a LOT like A.
Another neat thing was that I discussed my birth plan with my OB today. I was a little worried what she would have to say since she's referred to down here as the "C-section queen". She's very conservative in terms of risk, etc. Anyway, she was all for what I wanted to do. She even suggested that I ask for one of the hospital rooms that has the wireless monitoring system (only two rooms currently do). I said I was okay with an IV, etc. and she said she's not opposed to just an IV site and only using fluids if needed. THAT is a total answer to prayer, too! I really want a natural birth this time, but I really DIDN'T want to change OB's. I love mine, so I didn't want to give her up. But, I don't have to! Yay!
Other notable news- I may have a kidney stone. Again. I had 2 with O's pregnancy. Not.fun. But, the OB gave me a prescription in case of an attack. That's nice to have on hand. I lost a pound since my last visit. But, that could've been my lack of breakfast. :)
Well, there you have it! A healthy, baby boy. Testosterone is on the rise in our house.

13 comments:

Melissa said...

Congrats on finding out the sex of the upcoming newest arrival. How exciting for you and your family. Another boy? Boys are so fun!

Raechel said...

Congrats, Tracy! I know it's a big relief to have the anatomy scan behind you!

d e v a n said...

YAY! I'm so glad she was supportive of your birth plan too!

The Chit's said...

Great news all around today. I am glad that you are so relieved about everything going smoothly and the doc being on board with your birth plan! Here's to smooth sailing from here on out! ;-)

Dawn said...

Congratulations on the exciting news!!!!

Cheryl said...

Praise God that everything looks great. Congrats on another little boy.

Cheryl

Suzanne said...

Congratulations!!! You must feel so relieved!

Erin said...

What an answer to prayer!! I still have my scan looming over me, but I am so glad that you can put yours behind you. Congrats on the sweet boy!!

Photogrl said...

Woo-hoo, another boy!

Congratulations!

Glad to hear your OB is open to your birth plan, as well.

Unknown said...

Yeah!!!

Jasmine said...

Congratulations on your baby boy! And on him being healthy! I'm glad things are going along so well :)

Chell said...

YEAH! Congrats on the boy! Glad everything is going great!

buddhaowen said...

YAY!!! What wonderful news!!! I'm so happy for you and your newest little "normal" boy!!!