I am joining you all.

[compassrose]

I feel nervous acting like this pregnancy is a sure thing, but I don’t want to post on the trying boards with this stuff.

I had my first u/s on Weds. there’s a strong heartbeat but I’m measuring a week behind (I’m 7.5 weeks).

My doctor calls me yesterday to discuss the ultrasound and *begins* with “So about the second one—“ and I interrupt with “Second one?? What second one?? THERE’S A SECOND ONE??!!”

Turns out there might be a second sac but since it looks empty while the first one shows a baby and heartbeat, it’s probably nothing. But I was rather hysterical for a couple of hours (twins are high risk, I’m already terrified, and I’m not sure my marriage would survive twins). I had to call the MFM’s office to schedule the ultrasound because my doctor’s u/s tech is on vacation next week. The receptionist seemed pretty taken aback by me, but the first thing she asked me was not my DOB or anything but “Are you having twins?” Apparently hysterical laughter followed by “I hope not” is not a common reaction.

So if you can keep a good thought for me that there’s still a healthy, strong heartbeat in there next week, I’m taking all good vibes. The good news is that my doctor was pleased by the one baby, and it might be measuring small (even though I now realize that doesn’t mean much at this stage) if it started as a twin. Obviously, if it is twins, I will love them both, but the idea is terrifying.

[mpc]

congrats on your pregnancy! I will keep you in my thoughts for one healthy baby! When will they do the next ultrasound?

[mrsgoontz]

Hey there! Please keep us updated, hoping everything stays healthy.

[compassrose]

Thank you! Next Friday is my ultrasound. Just praying there’s still a heartbeat. I’m glad I don’t have to wait very long to see it again. (This is my third pregnancy but I’ve never made it past 10 weeks).

[knx9211]

Hoping the next week flies by and ends with great news!!

[cherryvalance]

I'll keep everything crossed for you! The first weeks are so hard, especially PGAL.

[King26]

Keeping everything crossed for you

[loira]

I'll keep everything crossed for you. PGAL is a mindfuck for sure.

[pooh8402]

Praying for you and I hope the next week goes quickly!

[azurely]

Praying for good news for you and your little babe!