Well it has been a slow month for blogging. After the excitement of finding out his sex, not much else has been happening. Though I believe I have started to feel the little guy kick. It feels like the noise that those popper toys make that little kids push around with the balls in the dome, anyone know what I am talking about? And then sometimes it feels like gas that doesn't hurt, softer and rounder. Very cool, all in all.
Since getting all of the tests back that say he is healthy, no defects or anything, my biggest worry now is that he will strangle himself before he gets to come out. I have asked the OB about this likelihood, being that my mom had this happen to her and Josh was almost lost the same way, but she said that umbilical strangulation is very rare and nothing I can do will prevent or cause it. Be that as it may, it is the only thing I have left to worry about, so I do.
My next appointment is on the 8th of July. The OB told me that my placenta is riding too low, 3cm from the posterior side of my cervix. They are hoping that as Leif grows it will pull up and away naturally, but we won't get a change to see it again until a 30 week ultrasound (I am 20 weeks now).
I am starting to fill out my maternity clothes in earnest :) The belly bump is taking on a life of it's own. Also I am starting to get the pregnancy lean. You know the one, the distinctive belly forward, leaning back to balance the beach ball you are smuggling, walk. Ya, that one, I am beginning to go there.
Next week, oh joy of joys, I am going to find a maternity swimsuit, so that Josh and I can start using the pool at the Rec Center near our house, as part of my attempts to exercise. Wish me luck with the spandex!
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Shannon, I had no idea you were worried about Leif strangling himself on his umbilical cord! You haven't said anything. I could have told you how rare it is and that there is nothing you can do to prevent it or cause it. It's just a very weird fluke and very rare! Leif will be here soon; strong and healthy and lovin' his Mommy and Daddy and amazing them each and every day with his growth and progressive learning. Grandma can't wait!!!! I love you!
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