Back from Ultrasound

[adgal]

So just got back home and posting this is the first thing I am doing!!  We saw a normally shaped sack measuring 6W1D (so I guess my dates are a tad bit off) with a heartbeat of 116 bpm!!!!!!!!!!!!  I have never cried so hard in my life...Warren couldn't even speak!  It was without a doubt the most beautiful incredible thing I have ever seen in my whole life!!  I know I won't completely relax until I am out of first trimester, but this is such a huge milestone for us.  We have never gotten to see that heartbeat before, and I know that is a nice healthy bpm number.  Ladies, your prayers, support and encouragment have meant the world to me....I don't think I would have even tried again quite honestly, and then I wouldn't have been able to see this little miracle that is growing inside of me.  I already know I would happily give my life for this baby.  Thank you all so much....I can't seem to stop crying, so I probably won't be back until later.  I love you all so much, thank you for the prayers...they worked!!!!  XOXO  Amanda

[mlb1234]

Amanda, Every post of yours on this thread brings tears to my eyes.  It is just sooo wonderful watching someone so deserving having their dream come true.  That little bean will be one lucky baby to have you and dh for parents.  I know you will always appreciate, love and adore him/her!  It is so nice having babies at an older age, even with some struggles it is just so worth it.  For myself when things get tough raising a toddler I just try to remember how I felt when I thought I would never be able to have a baby.  It really brings everything into perspective.  I tell her at least 20 times a day how much I love her and kiss her countless times.  I know you will be the same.  I am so happy for you and excited to watch your journey to parenthood!!  Enjoy every second because it flies by!!
So many congrats again,
Lisa

[prevatt77]

Didn't I tell you on the phone yesterday that you couldn't have anymore bm?!  LOL  Just remember, as I know you already know all this, brown is old blood.  You're just fine.  Enjoy this pregnancy.  You have always said you wanted to experience the whole fact of being pregnant and your wish finally came true.  Just try and relax and enjoy every moment of it.  

[melimeli]

I know when I got pg after my m/c I thought if I was happy or excited or bought things for the baby I was going to jinx it...  I regret feeling that because I didn't enjoy things as much...  I was always worried... Try to enjoy it...( I know you are)  love ya

[adgal]

Thanks again so much.  I am still in awe.  It's weird how much things change once you see that life.  DH and I are already talking about reorganizing our budget to start a college fund, etc.  Still not ready to go shopping or anything until I am past first trimester, but I do have that stuffed toy I bought the day I found out I was pregnant with this one. I sort of think of it as my good luck charm as I have never done that with previous pregnancies.  It's funny, since seeing that heart beat yesterday I find that every single time I go to eat or drink something, my first thought is, is this good for beaner!  Every bout of nausea makes me smile.  I went for a bit of a walk this morning (I often do that on nice mornings), but this time my thoughts were...this is healthy for beaner.  It really does take over your life, and I gladly accept that responsibility.  Whatever it takes to make sure this litte guy/girl grows nice and healthy.  No, not being obsessive (at least I don't think so), but what an incredible responsibility.  It truly is amazing.  I can still see that flicker in my mind.  Wow!!  Had a wee bit of brown mucus this morning after bm, but it doesn't frighten me quite as much now.  Still don't like it, but I know it is probably just fine.  I am just so happy!!!  I once again love the world!!!

[tatorbug40]

**still doing happy dance today**  

I am so super happy for you!!!!  

[SeeingSpots]

Awww.... CONGRATS Amanda!!  I remember seeing that 1st heartbeat for Alexander (my oldest) after all my previous mc's, and I too burst in to tears... as did my DH.  I'll keep praying for your little bean and for a safe and happy next 9 months!  Just remember that once you see that heartbeat, your chances of a mc are drastically reduced, so try and relax.

Wish you lived closer... now that Alijah has been born, I have a TON of maternity clothes I could pass on to you!  (My DH gets the "snip, snip" next month.)

Anyway, you made my morning when I saw your news-- I have a huge smile on my face now too!! :)