It’s either a girl, or the most unlucky boy in the world
Well, we went to the doctor today (as we will every week from here out) and we got an ultrasound to check up on the little girl’s weight. Since Steph has gestational diabetes there’s a risk of high birth weight if her blood sugars stay too elevated. Luckily Steph has been doing a great job of eating well (and I’ve been doing a great job of feeding her, if I do say so myself) and her blood sugars have been great.
So, even though there was no real reason to worry we were quite relieved today when she weighed in at 6lb 4o. Actually we weren’t relieved at all. Somewhere along the line we got it in our head that they gain a pound a week at this stage so doing a little math put us on track for a 10lb baby! We were relieved however when the doctor told us we were nuts and that an ounce or so week is much more like it. She says we’re right on track for an average 7lb baby, which we’re thrilled about (especially Steph since she’s got to, well you know).
So here are a couple of shots we got of her. The first is a good look at her face and her puffy little cheeks and the second is a good look at the girl parts.
Nancy Nielsen responded on 28 Nov 2007 at 8:22 am #
Wow!! What great shots. The first one is so clear. I loved seeing her. My love to all of you. I can’t wait for Linnea’s arrival!!
Mom
Jim Nielsen responded on 28 Nov 2007 at 8:56 am #
Nice pictures, she is really getting big. I have a feeling you won’t be waiting long, looks like it’s getting cramped in there !
Love to you all,
Dad
Jason responded on 28 Nov 2007 at 9:02 am #
Woah! 10 lbs would rip poor Steph in half… Excellent news. It won’t be long now…