Well I had another prenatal appointment today. I had to wait FOREVER (about 2 hrs) to get in, which is frustrating, but it's becoming the norm. I suppose when I'm the one in labor and the midwife is at the hospital tending to me, all the waiting I'm doing now will be worth it to have her there then. I'm trying to be understanding!
I got tested for gestational diabetes (blood sugar test) today. They made me eat a 50 cent plain Hershey bar and also drink 8oz. of either apple or orange juice. Then an hour after that, they prick your finger and run the test. I was so nervous! But, alas, I "passed" the test and all is A.OK. Phew!
I also had to get my shot to prevent my rare blood type from attacking the baby--and I didn't even FEEL it! Awesome! I said to the nurse, "are you sure you did it?" That was better than expected! I believe I'll get one more shot after the baby is born just to make sure I'm good there.
Kathy (midwife) recommended that I start asking around and trying to find a pediatrician that I like. That will be a task! I wonder how I will meet them and determine that? I'm sure they're not up for actually "meeting" with me! Hmmm...well I'll get started on this, I guess.
The other major miracle is that I've only gained .4lb in the last 2 weeks. That's amazing! I am soooo happy about this news! Woo hoo!
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