Wednesday, March 9, 2011

So far, so good

We had our first U/S appointment today morning. We were both so nervous, neither of us slept properly. I think hubby was a little more nervous than me, for a change. It was so nice to have him with me at the time of the U/S. He looked shocked to see the size of the "wand" and thought I was weird when I promptly undressed waist down and sat on the table like a seasoned professional.

I had to sit there half naked for atleast 20 minutes (ok maybe I exaggerate a bit) waiting for the doc and my pulse was probably around 150. The doc did the U/S and said that everything looks good. The CRL was 7.0 mm, putting me at 6 w 5 d. They don't take heart rate, but we could see the little heart pulsing, and the doc said that from what he could make out, everything looked ok.

It was such a huge relief to see that there was actually a tiny little growing thing in there. So far, we had both been so unsure that this was for real. But seeing the little one for real made such a huge difference.

On our way back to work, we called both sets of parents back in India, and our siblings. We hadn't told them anything so far, so it felt surreal to be telling this piece of news that we had waited for so long to tell.

For the first time since the positive test, I let myself get excited and happy today. I know, we still have a long long way to go, I hope things will be ok.

I am so so thankful.
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14 comments:

  1. StephanieMarch 9, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Aww, I'm so glad that you let yourself have a sense of peace with everything and be happy! It is hard to let go, but I'm so excited for you!

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  2. A m a n d aMarch 9, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    I'm so glad you were able to get some relief with that appointment! You certainly deserve it. That must have been so amazing to call your parents :)

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  3. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Oh I'm so happy! That sounds amazing. I cannot wait for tomorrow. I hope everything goes as well for me as it did for you.

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  4. ChrissieMarch 9, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Hoping and praying with you...and a little for me too! So happy you got to see your little ones heart beat!!

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  5. First and OnlyMarch 9, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    So happy for you! As time goes on you will fInd it easier to be positive.

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  6. E and RMarch 9, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    How exciting! So happy for you!

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  7. KerrikMarch 9, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Congratulations! I was waiting to say anything myself, being the kinda paranoid person I am, but I think it is safe to do so now. What time were you at the office this morning? I saw a young, South Asian couple going into exam room 4 shortly after I came out of it, and I was wondering if it could be you and your hubby. This was somewhere between 8:30 and 9am.

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  8. KeyaMarch 10, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Thanks everyone. FC, I hope your appointment today goes well :) Will be checking often to see updates from you.

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  9. Infertile FarmerMarch 10, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!! Seeing a heart beat is a HUGE miletstone! I am so happy for you!! I know you will worry, but try and enjoy these small wins!!

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  10. ClaireMarch 11, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Oh how exciting!!!! Im so happy for you xx

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  11. foxyMarch 13, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Wow! It must feel like such a big weight off your shoulders to see that little sac on the screen. Did they give you a printout?

    I am so happy for you!

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  12. Dandle DreamsMarch 22, 2011 at 3:37 AM

    Sounds like everything is perfect - a strong heartbeat and a good length. The first trimester is tough, but it sounds like you have everything on your side. Hope the time flies until your next checkup.

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  13. KerrikMarch 23, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Jut saw your message on my blog today. I agree about the thank you note. I was thinking the same, as the staff really has been great.

    We haven't decided yet on 1 or 2 embryos for transfer, but we are leaning toward 1 if we have a few really good quality ones and can freeze them.

    Hope things are going great and that you are feeling good.

    Best,
    Kerri

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  14. The Infertility DoulaMarch 28, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Congrats! Hoping for continued great news. And thank you for stopping by my blog.

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