All is well so far

I was so nervous for my doctor appointment when I was 7 weeks pregnant -- I didn't feel pregnant anymore. I truly felt as though I had lost all my symptoms.

Well, things are going great. I should've been measured at 7 weeks 2 days (based on my ultrasound from the week prior), but I measured 7 weeks 6 days, which is great news. My baby is growing healthily and my doctor seemed very pleased.

I received my progesterone test back. Prior to taking my blood, my doctor told me that anything below 5 was bad -- that means a definite miscarriage. She likes to see a 9-10 progesterone level in her patients... and loves to see a level above 11. I was at a 9.4. My doctor is happy... I am happy. Let's hope this 9.4 sticks and all goes well with the pregnancy.

I'm so glad this appointment gave me peace of mind during my family vacation.

It's D Day... this week, at least

I still feel as though I'm not pregnant anymore. I had cramping two nights ago that lasted until yesterday morning, but I truly just feel that I'm not pregnant.

But... today is D Day... sort of.

I'm going back to the doctor to get my progesterone test results and get another internal ultrasound. I'm freaking out. My appointment isn't for another 6 hours -- getting thru the work day is going to be rough.

And to top it off, I leave for vacation tonight with my husband and my family. What if something isn't right at the doctor's office? What then?

I'm trying not to think the worst, but I also feel as though I need to prepare myself in case the worst happens... again.

I've been OK waiting all week, but today is going to be a killer.

I will pray all day. Please pray for me too.

First Appointment

All went well at the first appointment. I went last Friday -- I was 6 weeks 2 days. Everything looked good and we saw the heartbeat flutter. I was a happy camper.

The doctor told me because we saw the heartbeat, I had a 92% chance of having a healthy pregnancy, but she then went on to tell me she was going to test my progesterone to see if it was high enough to sustain a pregnancy. If my progesterone level is lower than 5, I will definitely miscarry. If it's between 6-10, it's sort of up in the air. If it's 11 or higher, then the chance of having a successful pregnancy is VERY good. I got the bloodwork drawn on Monday and have another appointment to see my doctor this Friday. I'm keeping positive thoughts.

I learned during my appointment that the little things that made me nervous that I might be miscarrying are actually fine signs of pregnancy -- including cramps. The cramps are just the uterus expanding, allowing room for the baby. I was very happy to know that.