Disappeared in my lunch hour to the GP surgery and it seemed I was the only one there! My 'official' midwife I was told is off sick (poorly shoulder) but should be back in the new year. Her cover - Becky - was really nice though.
She asked me how I was feeling. Well, other than the extreme tiredness, the snotty nose (mingled with blood), the sore buttocks, my dodgy knee, my painful boobs, the waking in the night and the difficulty sleeping, and the increased need for the toilet I am fine. And all of this is perfectly normal, so no need to worry!!
I asked about the period like pains I have from time to time at the mo and she said that was probably my pelvis moving into place - although I can't find any further info on the Internet about what exactly is happening physically....
She took my blood pressure (fine) and went through my blood results from the hospital (all good). Then she checked on the baby's heartbeat - which we could hear loud and clear so that was very reassuring! She also said to ignore the old wives tales of a quicker beat meaning a girl and a slower beat meaning a boy as all heartbeats are quick at this stage...
I asked about a C.Section - as mentioned by the consultant - but she said this would not be decided until about week 36. I will see her again at 25 weeks, but first my 20 week scan.
And as I left she gave me another lot of information.....
Sent a text to some family and friends to tell them about the heartbeat. Hairdresser replied she had just been for her 12 week scan and all was well. So, there are only 3 weeks between us!
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