18-Weeks (Tomorrow) - Doc Visit Update

There was no ultrasound today, but I am scheduled for the 20-week ultrasound on 1/24 (this is where they measure all the body parts, etc.)  I will be at 18-weeks tomorrow.

• My urine was good – no protein in it (this was rarely the case during my pregnancy with Luke.)
• The baby's heartbeat was good – 156.
• I went to the lab for bloodwork – doc wanted to test my thyroid levels, to have a baseline if there are any preeclampsia issues.
• Dr. Jean-Baptiste is still out - they received word that she would be gone through February (and could be longer.)  So, I scheduled my upcoming appointments with the new doctor (Dr. Thum) which is fine, as I really do like her - she is caring, attentive and has made me feel comfortable.  But I would be lying if I didn't say that I miss Dr. Jean-Baptiste.  I loved visiting with her and trusted her so much...
• Dr. Thum did tell me she is more than happy to write a letter that recommends I don't travel (if and when I get to feeling like I don't want to.)  So that is good to know.

Next up = Friday's amnio...  after my whirlwind trip to San Jose (at the crack of dawn tomorrow:  6:15am flight.)  I will update more when I know anything.