Milestone week 12 - even though we still have a bit to go until we hit the second trimester, I feel like this is an accomplishment. We had our first appointment last week. Grant was solid as stone, and I was a nervous wreck. Through prayer, a fabulous hubby, and a couple of solid friends, I made it through to the appointment and we got to hear the heartbeat! I may not have recognized what it was but the midwife picked up on it right away. It was beating strong at 162, which she reassured me is just where it should be. :) I was measuring right on track with what I thought and all is well!
My symptoms have returned a bit over the past few days - naseau, exhaustion, the works. Hopefully it's just one last reminder of what the first trimester is like. I've also been a bit sick with a cold.
I'm starting to develop the tiniest baby bump!
Right now, things are good. Our next appointment is in October and we feel good about it. I don't feel any pressure to get back right away, because I feel like things are just progressing naturally and I'm trusting in what I can't see. What a great metaphor for my relationship with God - trusting in what I cannot see. Even though I know the baby is really in there and developing, I can't feel it, I can't see it, I can't hear it. Trusting God can feel much the same way, but He is always working in our lives. I'm learning a lot about my relationship with Him during this season.
The most exciting part about hearing the heartbeat is that it's starting to feel a lot more real. I looked up a bunch of consignment events that are coming up over the next few weeks, and we're going to start shopping around a bit. I feel like a sardine in a vast sea of baby items, so I'm looking forward to hearing everyone's experiences and learning from all you mamas who've done it before!
Love, the George family
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