At 12 weeks 1 day:
Blood pressure:110/60
Weight gain: +1 (+0 at home)
PD heart rate: no measurement just heard it
Dr. H went over lab results from the first appointment and all looked good. I really like that he went though each test rather than just giving a blanket thumbs up. He went through the previous tests we had done at CCRM in 2008 and also drew blood to check whether I am carrier for spinal muscle atrophy and Tay-Sachs.
Prior to the appointment we went to the hospital about 10 blocks away and had the nuchal scan. I reread through Freddie's scan and knew his measurement was 1.4 at about 13 weeks, with the average being 2.18 at 12 weeks. Most say the standard for the measurement to be below 3.0 but there is a large percentage of positive down syndrome results if the measurement is above 2.5
Because of our experience at the first ultrasound, I was not surprised when the ultrasound technician told us before she started the only information she'd be able to give us was the measurement of the baby. She wouldn't even measure the heart rate when Charlie inquired. She was all business. Frankly I was surprised she gave us any images. I think I was able to see the nuchal measurement was 1.8 but I'm not certain. Part Deux measured ahead one day, 12 weeks 2 days.
It was nice to see the heart beating away and some movement. Freddie liked seeing the baby he's been kissing in Mama's tummy.
The nuchal scan images will be reviewed by a doctor and a report will be written for Dr. H. The technician said Dr. H does not have access to the images. I am not so impressed by that system of things. When I spoke with Dr. H he said he'd call on Friday with results but if I don't hear from him to call him.
Updates when nuchal scan results are in, hopefully Friday.
Next appointment: January 14th, 11am.
