A Sight for Sore Eyes

     Yesterday was such a wonderful day.  We had our first doctor's appointment for this new baby.  We were so nervous in that we desperately wanted to do an ultrasound to see the baby's heartbeat, but knew from Hannah's pregnancy that our insurance didn't cover a first trimester ultrasound.  We were so relieved when Dr. Clauss came in, gave us both a big hug, and after asking how we've been doing, said the first thing we need to do is schedule an ultrasound.  I was over the moon!


     Our appointment went great.  You know it's a good doctor when they know when to be a doctor and when to sit and share some tears.  She said that since I had only had one period between my pregnancies, my cycles were considered "irregular", so she would mark that for insurance.  As well as the fact that my pregnancies are so close together.  Probably the hardest to hear was also due to Neonatal Demise.  Because of these three reasons, she was able to get us more ultrasounds covered by insurance.  I'm so grateful to her for this.

     So, she filled out the form for us to schedule the next available appointment for the ultrasound.  After I had my blood drawn, we sat down with the receptionist to schedule the ultrasound as well as our next doctor's appointment.  Unfortunately, the next available was January 24th.  Just then Dr. Clauss came up behind us and said she just couldn't wait!  She called over and said that it may be a bit of a wait, but they will fit me in that morning!  What a blessing! 


     Dr. Clauss is due with her third baby in the beginning of April and unfortunately won't be able to be my doctor for this pregnancy.  After maternity leave she's leaving her current practice to work for a low income practice.  Danny and I would follow her in a heartbeat, the problem is her new practice doesn't take our insurance.  Go figure.  I really love her as our doctor.  I'm not sure how this is going to work out.  I'll be able to have one last appointment with her next month.  We'll have to see what happens.

     The ultrasound was absolutely amazing!  Oh, what a sight for sore eyes, and the sound of that heartbeat!  Such music!  Beating strong at 150 bpm.  It is so amazing to see that little gummi bear shaped baby just in there... living.  What a miracle. 

     I think this is just what Danny needed.  I remember this with Hannah and it's the same for this little one.  The nausea is very real for me, but it helps Danny to see that little beating heart.  Although, it does wonders for me as well. 

     We are still praying daily the Lord continues to keep His beautiful hand on this little one.  That He allows it to continue to grow strong and healthy.  I'm sure it doesn't hurt to have a sister in Heaven throwing in a few good words herself!