A healthy heart

Last Tuesday mom and I went to the perinatologist for an ultrasound. Of course I was extremely nervous going into the appointment, and only got even more nervous as the ultrasound technician asked about my previous ultrasounds and if anything had been found. But fortunately, we only saw good things and heard good news. The perinatologist said that her heart looks perfect. The bashful little one was still hiding her face, she wants her looks to be a complete surprise to mommy, daddy, and the rest of the world when she arrives later this month (hopefully!). We were able to see her arms, legs, fingers, toes, heart (of course), brain, bladder, and kidneys really well. We also got to see how the blood was flowing through her heart and the umbilical cord. We did get a peak at one of her eyes. It was open and it appeared as though she were looking around. She is also really crammed in there right now, partly because her long legs are measuring a week and a half ahead of schedule. She definitely is her daddy's girl!

So that is it, my last ultrasound with little Rilynn. I hated that Matt could not be there, but was really glad that mom was there with me!

While mom was in town we were able to catch a Braves vs Cardinals baseball game, which was really fun (even though the Braves lost, again!). Mom took a few pictures that I will post as soon as she uploads them from her camera. Since they are pictures of me at 36 weeks, you can see just how big my belly has gotten. I will also take some pictures this weekend while at 37 weeks. I really have turned into that pregnant woman that is "about to pop!". And don't worry, that isn't just my opinion, Matt confirmed my beliefs!!!

I do have pictures of the nursery, but forgot to get them off of my camera. I will do that this week and post them as soon as possible. It does look like everything is good to go with the exception of her daddy. Matt gets back from Bloomfield this weekend, then I will officially be "able" to go into labor. I packed my bag for the hospital yesterday and Matt is going to install the carseat this weekend. I go back to the doctor every Friday from here on out to see if my body is preparing for labor. Don't worry, we will let everyone know when the big day finally arrives. Until then, check back often for updates and pictures!

Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. They have definitely been answered thus far!