We had our 18 week ultrasound today. There is no news to share regarding girl or boy. We are going to wait that one out! This ultrasound was with the specialist. It took forever. It was at least 50 minutes long...a little longer because baby was not cooperating. The baby was in breech position and lying in such a way it made it difficult to see some of the organs well enough. They seemed to spend a lot of time on the heart. Obviously, that is a very important organ and they could not get the greatest look at it. The placenta is exactly where it should be and the cord is attached in the correct spot. The doctor said all the anatomy looked great but they will keep an eye on the heart.

Here is the BUT...I would feel so much better if I would have never heard that word. The baby is measuring small (13%). He said this is not something he would even mention right now because of all the factors but given my history it needs to be noted. He said it is nothing to be alarmed about (not likely in this situation). So I will have a repeat anatomy ultrasound in 4 weeks and they will compare the growth. If the growth is not great that will open a can on worms.

I can even begin to tell you how it makes me feel. This will great challenge to keep myself in check for 4 weeks and anxiously await the news. I am trying to hold it all in perspective but it is so hard (almost impossible) to go with the flow on this one. God help me take this one day at a time. Focus on all the positives given.

I met a new specialist today (they take turns traveling to Fargo). He concurred that an amnio at 36 weeks and delivery at the 36/37 week mark if all looks good with baby. So, if we make it that far...looks like we will be having a Thanksgiving baby, not a Christmas baby.