10 Week Appt

We went in today for what my doctor's office calls a "New OB Visit". This is basically the time when they walk you through information about when to expect appointments and tests, what to expect financially, and also to share the information about optional genetic testing.

During this appointment, I was also given a pap smear and a pelvic and breast exam. They had me take the glucose tolerance test early since diabetes runs in my family. All my labs and tests came back normal and everything seems to be in line. We were also able to listen to the baby's heartbeat again. It came in at a strong 178 beats per minute this time.

They say a faster heartbeat is likely a girl and a slower one, a boy. With the first ultrasound, I thought there was a chance for a boy. This heartbeat, however, would predict girl. I am still on the fence about what I think baby's gender is.

When we were pregnant with Molly, we opted out of the optional testing and will do so this time around as well. Our next appointment will be on July 20!

Disney World!

I have experienced the joy of Disney World many, many times in my life. One of the things I have most looked forward to as a parent is the chance to take my own children to relive those magical memories I have from my own childhood. We were able to take Molly this past week for her first visit to Disney World.





Being pregnant at Disney World is not easy. Especially with a toddler in tow and the blazing Florida heat beating down on you. It was an experience certainly different from what I have experienced in the past. What I learned during this trip is that even though we slowed our normal pace down to what we thought would be manageable, we probably still overdid it. Molly was great about letting us know when she had enough, though! I mean, what trip to Disney with a two-year-old is complete without a temper tantrum here and there?!?!



Nevertheless, it was a great time. Molly really did so well with the characters and enjoyed most of the rides. She was deathly afraid of anything 3D and most of the shows scared her because they were loud and dark. She really loved the boat ride in Epcot's Mexico. So much so that when we went to get off the ride, she cried and cried. Luckily, there was no line and the ride operator let us take another spin!

I would guess though that her absolute favorite part was meeting the princesses. She has not stopped talking about them since we got home. She now carries around her Belle doll (Belle is her favorite!) everywhere she goes. I look forward to taking her again with our new addition in a few more years.

First Ultrasound

Today we got the first glimpse of our baby. We were able to see and hear a tiny flickering heart beating away at 143 beats per minute. A sound so pure and beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes. We cannot wait to meet you, little bean!