Well, we FINALLY met Dr. Midkiff now that I'm 6 1/2 months. I'm not really sure what I expected, but she didn't look like what I had in my mind. I liked that she seemed very by the books. I had shared with the nurse that I've been having a pain in my left thigh and she said the doctor would have to check me for pre-term labor. Ugh! Not my favorite part of the appointment. Baby T's heartbeat was 145 bpm, which has been consistent for three appointments now. Afterward, we chatted and I shared my concerns with her regarding the rumors I'd heard that she does a larger than typical number of c-sections. She seemed very offended...almost as if she would cry. She seemed to know her stuff and told me that her percentage is 19% in comparison to the national average of 24%. She did confirm that she has little involvement in the delivery and that nurses typically assist with the pushing, and she comes in for the birth. I think we're going to stick it out for this delivery, but I may be seeking another doctor afterward. It may be more my style to head over the river to a research hospital where the doctors are more involved.
I start going for check-ups every two weeks from now on. Time really is flying!!! I have a feeling Baby T will be here before I know it. I wish he were here now.
An hour after our check-up we had Breastfeeding Class. I had attended one at about 6 weeks pregnant with a friend as her coach, but I wanted BJ to hear the information as well. He's going to be the one who is here when I'm frantically trying to figure out how all of this works. There is so much information to take in, and I hope he can help me focus on some of the tips when I need some clarity. We're really hoping breastfeeding works...primarily for the weight loss benefits and financial aspects. They shared that on average, parents spend $3200 on formula in the first year! Crazy! I'm most concerned about figuring out how to pump and go back to work.
Still lots of movement at this point, although it varies from day to day. BJ tried putting a flashlight on my belly to see if he'd react, but there didn't seem a big difference.
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