Other thoughts about the ultrasound

19w4d

We had a different technician this time, and she didn't let Chris use the video camera. Bummer! But we got another CD with the still shots, and lots of cool pictures.

Everything with Cookie looks great. He (omg, he!) is measuring right on track, and has a strong heart beat.

The less-than-ideal news is that I have partial placenta previa. This means that a small portion of the placenta is covering my cervix. The good news is that's not completely covering the cervix. If that were the case, there would be no chance it would move and I would definitely need a c-section. But, as it is, the placenta is just anchored very low on the uterus wall and there is a very good chance (somewhere around 90%) that as my uterus expands upward, the placenta will move upward too. If in fact it doesn't move, then I will be having a c-section. Think some "move up" thoughts for me!

I won't know anything until a follow-up ultrasound in late July or early August. So, now I just play the waiting game! I'm frustrated knowing that there's nothing I can do to change it or fix it, but I'm glad to be able to focus on the fact that Cookie is doing great. I admit I was bummed when I first heard the news, but I've had a little bit of time to gain some perspective. It's not about me. So, for now, I'm a happy camper. :)