Well, I had my first doctor's appt today with Dr. White for a basic first exam. My bloodwork results came back and everything is hunky-dory including my iron. Found out I have O negative blood type which has no effect on me whatsoever. However, if the baby has O positive then my body could essentially try to attack it with antibodies thinking that it is a foreign substance.
BUT, this is a very small number of women who have this problem. Dr. White plans on giving me a shot called Rh immunoglobulin which suppresses the ability to respond to the Rh positive blood cells that the baby MIGHT have. Baby could very likely have Rh negative and there would be no concern whatsoever. Dr. White told me to not be concerned because he hasn't seen a problem with it for several decades because of the administered shot.
I am scheduled for another doctor visit on June 6th. BUT, we get to see the baby next Friday (May 16th) at 2:45pm via the first ultrasound. He wants to check the size of the baby to get an actual due date, make sure there is only one baby, and check the overall health. He told me that everything seemed fine and he didn't suspect twins but figured he'd check just in case.
Overall, I'm happy with the visit. It calmed my fears a little bit hearing the doctor talk about things. The nurse was very reassuring about my fears, too, which was very helpful too. I'm feeling "pregnant" now which helps too. I'm still not nausious but figure that will come with time. I do have a touch of heartburn and I am sooooo tired right now. I ate something the other day that made me sick almost immediately which is a bit odd for me.
And about my cough... he told me that he could prescribe me medicine but he would prefer not to because of his other patient. He said that he's essentially working with 2 patients and only 1 would benefit if I took the medicine. I'm going to try to get through this coughing spell - This too shall pass.....Right??!
So, I guess I'll be able to see the little tike next Friday afternoon! And hopefully I'll feel better by then! I'll post more as my pregnant mind allows to think properly...he, he - like that will happen.
You're invited to the celebration!!!
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I'm glad all went well today and that you are more relaxed about things. I hope you can scan your ultrasound pic so I can see, if you get a pic. Hmm, if there is two, you guys can use both or your predelivery names, Gertie and Wilbur. I remember studying the Rh factor in Genetics, that stuff will make your head spin. Take care and get some rest.
I am so glad that your appointment went well!!! You will have to post a pic of the u/s when you get it!!! Glad to know you feeling more relaxed and are finally feeling prego! :) Yay!
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