14wk Monthly Dr. Appt.

14weeks 1dy
We had our second doctor appt. today. Once again, we had a stubborn kid. Dr. Waite looked and looked and looked for the heartbeat and all we kept hearing was my own. Matthew couldn't help but say that he/she was "hiding again!" After searching for a heartbeat much longer than she did last time, IT WAS LOCATED. Dr. Waite kinda seemed surprised to finally find it at first and mentioned that she was about ready to give up. I told her it was fine if we had to have another sonogram again as I'd love to see the baby--secretly though I was thinking maybe we'd be able to tell gender this time! :) So, our little one's strong heartbeat was located and measured 156bpm. Personally, I didn't feel as worried this time as she was searching as she said that I was measuring right on schedule which usually means everything is progressing fine. I had some lab and blood work done this time, which is just for the normal beginning pregnancy work.

So, two appts. down and we've had issues locating the baby both times. Is this going to be a sign of things to come from this little one? Stubborn, liking to play hide-n-seek, I hope not.

I go back next week just to see the nurses and get more blood drawn to do the genetic testing. We chose to have the Triple Screen done with Ryane and this time Dr. Waite said she wants the Quad-Screen done. I asked if it was because I was over 30 and she assured me it was just more detailed and she is recommending it to everyone now. Also, we scheduled our BIG sonogram for next appt., Jan. 28th. I can't wait!


I am now 16 weeks along and according the internet, 4.3 to 4.6 inches long and weighs about 2.8oz. They compare the baby's size to the that of an apple. His/her muscles are developing and now she/he can hold their head up better and can make facial expressions. I'm guessing the little one was smirking at us at the doctor appt!