So, my last Dr's appointment was yesterday, and it got mixed reviews.
Turns out I haven't gained weight since my previous appt. (2 weeks earlier), due to the fact that the amount of iron (pills) I am supposed to be taking have been making me feel sick-o!
Doctor did not seem too concerned, she told me to find a happy medium, take as much iron as I can handle while still being able to eat.
However, she did say that my low weight warranted a third ultrasound to check on baby's growth.
(Another ultrasound is usually not done, because most insurance companies will only cover two unless there is a medical necessity for more).
So, my next appointment is March 30th, and it will follow an ultrasound appointment, and I'm trying to gain as much weight as I can before then because it kind of freaked me out.
The good news is that I still measured bigger, despite lack of weight gain and Dr. said it's just a precaution, not likely anything serious.
Hopefully all will be well, and we'll get another picture of Boo-Rod!
Yesterday and today I tried to keep track of how many calories/protein/iron/fiber and water I consumed, and I seriously think whoever decided that a 2,000 calorie diet (what we see on the sides of packages in the nutrition information--what the daily value percentages are based on) was just crazy.
I can't even manage that while pregnant!
But I've gotten enough protein and hopefully enough iron for the past two days...and I'll just keep trying.
I hate hate hate force-feeding myself though, making myself eat when I'm not hungry just makes me feel sick, as does trying to pack more food into my stomach when I already feel full.
Bleh.
The things we do for our kids.
(Do I sound like a mom yet? ha ha).
So...laying in bed right now, I totalled up my caloric intake for the day and wondered out loud to Ricardo if I should start drinking a milkshake (or two) every day to get to the right numbers.
I probably wouldn't mind that!
Whatever sacrifices necessary for baby...
hee hee...
On another note, we're getting stuff ready for Boo-Rod!
I finished the crib bumpers (picture coming soon), and Ricardo is putting the finishing touches on the new windows. Pictured below...don't they look great? If you never saw the old ones that were there, just trust us that these are a LOT better, and are supposed to provide a whole lot more insulation, plus noise reduction.
I think some of the youth (who are all on spring break this week) will
be coming over tomorrow night after youth group. They'll spend the night and then
help us with some projects...plus some play time I'm sure.
More pictures coming soon!
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
