Time to wait

Went to the midwife yesterday. I got drained of blood so they can run initial tests. Let's hope all come back negative!

I did find out that my Dr. will follow me all the way through the pregnancy. She'll even wear a beeper starting at 36 weeks so she can come to the delivery. I guess since they have a smaller patient to Dr. ratio than say an ob/gyn they are able to do that.

The facility seems nice where they have a team of a midwife, family practioner (my doctor) and an ob/gyn all working together. The hospital where I'll have the birth is supposed to be a bit more personable and is known for it's birthing center. So that all seems nice.

I won't have another appointment for another 5 weeks. They will see if they can hear the heartbeat at that time (might be a bit early) and will do a head to toe physical (joy!). So I've got a little time to wait.

Marty found out that he has a definite date for Belgium at the end of February. We'll see if I get to go with him.

Later

Well it's Official

I think in our excitement we've told most of our family and friends but if you didn't get the memo, we're expecting! Keep us in your thoughts that we make it through the first trimester ok :)

I know it's taken awhile for us to come around but we think we're ready :)

I did go to the doctor today, and she confirmed what we already knew. I know Marty laughed at me for taking the test 4 times with the same result.

Will go back Monday to see a midwife at the facility and talk about all the basics, when to expect different tests etc.

More to come