Proof of Life

I know I took at least two home pregnancy tests as well as urine and blood tests at the doctors office, but until you hear the heart beat, feel the baby move, or see it on the ultrasound it just doesn't seem real.  I know all the nausea, fatigue, weight gain, extreme hunger, and irritability should clue me in that "Yes, I'm really pregnant again."  But I just needed that extra confirmation. 

And here it is...our baby's first pictures:

These are some of the 3D images. Still curled up, but has arms and legs.

I just love these profile pictures-do you see the little foot and even the little toes.

  

These were taken on September 15, 2010 at 11 weeks 6 days. The due date is still March 31, 2011.

All the first trimester tests came back normal-so I guess it is time we start telling people. 

Just what the doctor ordered....

Well, not exactly--I wish he would have ordered a heart beat from our little one...but no luck.  I was sure we would hear a heart beat and announce the news to everyone, but the secret is still ours.  I'm apologizing to everyone I've lied to in the past two weeks.  But to be honest, it is kinda fun knowing that we have a BIG secret.  The doctor's appointment on August 25th was pretty standard..pee in a cup, step on the scale--gained 3 pounds--not surprised, take your blood pressure-normal, take off you clothes-the doctor will be right in, get dressed, make your next appointment, go to the next room and give blood.   Yeah..yeah..yeah, I've done this before. 

Next doctor's appointment is scheduled for September 15th and we will have our first ultrasound.   More updates then.