Tuesday, October 23, 2007

Latest Ultrasound....




We went to see Dr Yang today and had an extensive ultrasound, which was pretty cool because they put everything on a big screen TV so you can see what's going on with the baby on the jumbotron. It took about 45 minutes and we got to see everything from the heart, internal organs, brain and spinal cord. We are also 99.9% positive that all 10 fingers and toes will be accounted for. We are still insisting on not finding out the sex of the baby as we would like to be surprised- especially for our first one. All the heart chambers and valves are accounted for and brain function is normal. One of the kidneys is "slightly dilated" which apparently is nothing to worry about because it is most likely a developmental issue that will correct itself. However, until it does, I'll be getting an ultrasound every 4-6 weeks just to keep an eye on it. Dr Yang insists it is nothing to worry about and as far as all the tests are showing, the kidneys are functioning normally. When it comes to my anatomy, my placenta and cervix look great. After the loss of our nephew last year, those things are very important to us. Meanwhile, baby is moving around and flailing his/her arms a lot. There was also a point where we were pretty sure he/she was giving us the finger- that would be the Palmer side coming out in him. I'm still not feeling any movement, or I'm not aware that's what I'm feeling. That should be changing soon!

4 comments:

Steve, Christy & Roscoe said...

Thanks for posting those! Man it's crazy to see how fast he/she is growing. Hope the fires clear soon so you can actually go outside again without getting sick!!!

Steve, Christy & Roscoe said...

Ha-Ha! Loved your comment on our Halloween costumes...seriously that's not too far from what we see on people at the local stores out here in good ol' KY! Happy Halloween...hope you guys have a fun one!

Nik said...

Awww the photo's are great! Thanks for sharing! I already know the sex of your baby... As I am a witch like that.... But I will keep it a secret.
Love you guys!

Unknown said...

Look at that cute baby foot!! Incredible pictures Jen!
I can't wait to see more!!