Our first doctor’s visit was yesterday. Nothing major happened, well, I fainted, but I’ll get to that later. Chad met me there. He was super adorable and completely out of his element. He was surrounded by so many women, including the staff. I’m excited he is making such an effort to be there with me and be involved.
Once again, I was seen at my exact appointment time and considering my appointment was at 4pm I was especially impressed. I remain 100% convinced that I choose the right place for the preparation and birth of our child. I love that the facility completely caters to women’s needs; it makes me feel like they are experts. The doctors and nursing staff are very friendly, concerned and willing and able to answer any questions I may have. I also think that Chandler Regional Hospital, where I will deliver, is going to be a great hospital. We left the office with stacks and stacks of reading materials, coupons and guides to all the baby and maternity stores in the Phoenix area. Lots of homework awaits us!
The actual visit was very routine. The doctor did a quick exam and went over any questions I may have, which I didn’t—I’ve been doing too much internet research. However, I did find out that my uterus is getting bigger! That means a growing baby! I am very excited about this. The doctor said my first ultrasound could be scheduled for next week! So, our first ultra sound will be on Wednesday, November 12th—I cannot wait for this. Baby development will be monitored and a more accurate due date will be determined. I also got another appointment scheduled for December 1st. The December 1st visit is just another routine visit. I can’t believe how often they want to see you—I’ve never been to the doctor this often in my life!
After the exam was over I had to do some blood work. I hate blood work, absolutely hate blood work. I would rather get 100 pap’s than 1 vial of blood taken from me. Just thinking back on the whole experience from yesterday gives me chills. The nurse begins to draw blood; it felt like forever. I buried my head into my shoulder the entire time. It wasn’t ending. Finally, it was over. I look down and there are 5…5 vials of blood. They drained me dry! I get up and walk to the checkout counter. Suddenly I start to sweat profusely, like just ran a marathon sweat, and suddenly everything gets extremely blurry and my head is light. I feel myself losing it. I stumble to where Chad is sitting and slump next to him. I remain in this state for a good 3 to 5 minutes. It’s awful. After some time and deep breathes I finally recover, but my head is killing me. By the time I get home I am feeling 100% recovered and I know it’s all worth it. But, man, I sure hope I don’t have to do blood work again anytime soon.
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awww, Missy, how exciting... minus the fainting spell, LOL. I can't wait to see ultrasound pics! How soon will you know the gender??
Whew honey.....I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you'll have to do the blood draw a couple more times. It won't be as bad as the five vials though. It'll all be worth it to know your baby is growing as he/she should.
Glad to see things havent changed much you used to get like that every time when you were little. You just don't like needles hon!!
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