Good News Update!

Well, I've got a quick update with better news!  I had an appointment with my regular doctor yesterday and got some clarification. 

First of all, my BP at my appointment yesterday was just fine.  I told my doctor what my BP had been over the weekend and she saw no reason to be concerned.  She said it hadn't been high enough to worry about and that I don't even need to continue watching it unless I don't feel well.  I haven't heard from the specialist regarding my BP results yet, but I trust my regular doctor!

I clarified with my doctor regarding the baby's kidneys- I had mentioned this to the specialist, but somehow I think there was a miscommunication/misunderstanding when relaying information that unfortunately caused more worry for me and Nick.  Yes, both of the baby's kidneys have gotten larger from the last u/s.  However, the baby is growing- as are the baby's organs!  Which means of course the kidneys have gotten larger because they are growing with the baby!  The right kidney is still larger than the left, but still on the high end of normal.  In other words, proportionally, the kidneys have not changed!!  We were relieved to hear that was the case.  We still have to monitor the kidneys to ensure they are functioning properly and will have to have the u/s after the baby is born, but my doctor said she really thinks the baby will be born and we will all say, "Well, that was a big deal over nothing!"  So we sure hope she is right!

Overall, my doctor said my pregnancy is going great.  I am measuring right on track- not big, not small.  The baby is estimated to be in the 40th percentile for size.  Based on the baby's movements and symptoms I've had, my doctor said there's a good chance I don't have to worry about going OVER my due date, and possibly not quite making it TO my due date.  Which would be nice- but can't get my hopes up!  She also said I'm basically out of the woods for a critical preemie baby if I were go into labor at this point (of course they'd still try to stop labor if that happened, but it wouldn't be as concerning anymore).

So we feel much better and much more relaxed again!  Hopefully this continues with no more sudden upsets.  :)

Here's a picture from our night out to celebrate my birthday and Mother(to-be)'s Day!

Carrie