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@Smurfette: I'm glad it's not just mine! Hubs is also not really thinking ahead. He doesn't really think there's a reason for his parents (or anyone) to know before the baby comes, but I'm thinking about how his family will want to have a baby shower, so they'll need some time to plan that, haha!

@Smurfette: Yeah, I'm not sure it feels real to mine either. I'm kind of showing, but I think it's mostly bloat. Baby's not big enough to really cause much to show I think. Hubs also heard the heartbeat and was there during my ultrasound, but I suspect it won't REALLY feel real for him until there's a real live baby to care for!

@cokiezombie: That's great, so glad to hear the good news! I think nervous is the normal way to feel between appointments--maybe it'll be easier once we can feel kicks!

I must confess, I'm a little jealous of you ladies with your recent ultrasounds! My last one was at almost 8 weeks, my next one will be at like 19 weeks or so. I'm still secretly hoping that there are undiscovered twins--maybe this is why I'm still nauseated!

FYI: I learned while watching Big Bang Theory the other day that nauseated, not nauseous, is the correct way to describe how one is feeling.

@cokiezombie: Yay for good appointments! I am counting down till mine next Friday. Will be 5 weeks in between, so long!

@tororojo: How come you have to wait so long? Are you not doing any of the screening tests? I wanted to do them, mostly just so we can see our little nugget again. I am watching Big Bang Theory right now. DH gets annoyed cause I watch it ALL the time.

@Mrs. Blue: I know it's overwhelming at times, but I would love twins! We have several sets in our extended family, and 2 sets of triplets, so I know it can be done...although I do NOT want triplets!

@Smurfette: Ya know, it didn't occur to me that that's why I'm going for so long without an ultrasound--we skipped the first trimester screening. I just thought my doctor had a weird schedule! DH got me into Big Bang, we've been watching seasons on DVD and I like to think I'm getting smarter...

I have my NT screening on Wednesday and I'm starting to get nervous! We have a genetic appointment and then ultrasound - is there anything else that happens besides the ultrasound?!?

I found a picture of a famous March momma: http://celebritybabies.people.com/2012/08/31/holly-madison-pregnant-baby-belly-first-photo/?xid=rss-topheadlines

Do you girls think we should start posting bump pics on this thread? I was thinking of taking one today since I am starting to feel a little poochy. I had 3 chocolate donuts, so that should help! To be continued.

I changed my mind about a bump pic, there's no bump. I haven't been taking Zofran as much for the past week and have lost a little weight (pooping...) but maybe soon I will have a bump! How is the weekend going for everyone? I started an Amazon registry but made it private for now. Still have lots of work to do but that's a little something accomplished!

@Adira: hope your telling family this weekend is going great!!

@Adira: Yay!! So glad that everyone is so excited!!!

@Adira: That's what I would think! But I'm no expert. I guess you can call to double check, though!

@adira - I would assume your baby doesn't have those, but I'd call and confirm.

Just got back from the NT test. Had genetic counseling first and was offered a new test called a cell-free fetal test. It's a new test (been around since October) and three companies do it. They basically take your blood and can tell you with 99% accuracy if your baby has Downs, trisomy 18 (97%) or trisomy 13 (~90%). Because I still wanted the ultrasound I turned down the test for now. The only downside is you have to pay $235 out of pocket- which isn't a lot for peace of mind. I guess you have to be over 35 to be offered this test. There is a 2 week waiting period for results.

I had my ultrasound and the baby was keeping its hand near its face so the tech couldn’t get an accurate reading but the doc said the fluid in the neck looked normal. Because they couldn’t get an accurate measurement, the accuracy of the NT screen goes down to 78%? So I need to talk about it with DH, but I’m pretty sure I’ll forgo the second phase of blood testing associated with the NT screen and just get the cell-free test.

It was absolutely amazing to see the baby moving around and flipping about – it already looks like a little hell-raiser!!

I just took the new test -called Maternity21 and it also tells you the gender, which I found out yesterday. Technology is amazing!

It is a blood test - somebody mentioned the cost (around $250 or so) and they tell you with 99% accuracy whether there are those three genetic issues and they can see if there is a Y chromosone. I am 13 weeks right now

@lawgrl: Wow, that's so cool! My doctor's never mentioned this test, but my guess is they don't do it yet.

@bluekiwi: Welcome and yaaaay that you get an ultrasound soon!

@Smurfette: yes got the results - all came back negative! And found out I'm having another baby boy!

@bluekiwi: Congratulations! I'm in the same boat, haven't heard the heartbeat yet. We'll get to hear it on Sep. 20.

@aprk: my legs are all the time. But I also have restless leg syndrome and it seems to be worse since getting pregnant. Working out helps with it though. I sleep much better on the days/nights that I hit the gym.

So I told my boss today!!!

He was walking by my cube, so I hopped up and said "Hey, can I meet with you real quick?" We walked to his office and I shut the door and we both sat down. He looked really nervous!!! I think he was worried I was going to quit, haha. So I just said "I just wanted to let you know that I'm currently three months pregnant." And he broke into this HUGE grin and was like "That's FANTASTIC! I'm so excited for you!" I was so surprised at how happy he was for me! Then he just told me how to contact HR to figure out the FMLA stuff and that if I needed help with anything to let him know. It went so well!