I could get used to this

Another great midwife appointment today! I wasn't sure if I liked this midwife the first time I saw her, but I liked her a lot more this time. Kudos for Mr. Rhody convincing me last time that my nervousness was probably getting in the way of my judgement.

The midwife was not able to find the baby's heartbeat on the Doppler--though, honestly, she didn't try all that long. Instead of searching and making me worry, she suggested right away that we do an ultrasound. There was baby, heart still beating away. And now I know that it's not just me who can't find the heartbeat with the Doppler.

I also found out that there's a good chance I might be able to stay with the midwives throughout my pregnancy, even while being on the Lovenox. The midwife needs to check with the rest of the group, but that sounds promising.

I told the midwife that I was nervous about waiting 4 weeks until the next appointment, especially since our first loss was discovered at 12.5 weeks, so now I'm going to go back for another check-up in 2 weeks! She did say I could continue coming in every 2 weeks until I could feel the baby if I wanted, which I don't know if I'll do, but I appreciate having the option.

Also, not related to this appointment, but I realized I had never updated on my MRI. Apparently my brain is "normal". (How disappointing! I had expected them to come back with a diagnosis of "stupendous"!) So, since I'm still having that pesky numbness, I've been referred to a neurologist. I certainly am getting my money's worth out of our insurance this year!