Today's doctor's visit was uneventful as it pertains to doctor's visits. I am 24 weeks and 5 days - officially at the six month mark. I went through my usual four rites of passage: 1) pee in the cup, 2) finger pricked for blood, 3) weight, and 4) blood pressure. All of these things were extremely normal, with the exception of one: my weight.
Admittedly, I may have overdone it this last month. I may have said more than once that I would like to eat this or that, and it's ok because I am pregnant and thus should indulge a little. Well, no more of that tomfoolery. I've put on 10 pounds in one month, which is double what I should be putting on. I drink a gallon of water a day, so I like to think some of it is water weight given my appointment was at 4pm. However that is not to say I may need to limit my pie and sweets intake to 1-2 times per week as opposed to 1-2 daily, as I have for the past few weeks. Though I have been going on long heart-pumping walks each evening and eating very healthy more so than not, I will say with full on conviction (as will my darling husband) that I have gone wild this last month on the sweets. What can I say - Baby likes 'em! The doctor's response was not to worry about it, that my weight is normal based on its starting point. She also said that it is best to veer away from fatty, tooth rotting treats on a daily basis after I confessed my sins. So, while I will not diet, I will step away from the ice cream cartons, and buttery crusts filled with fruit and nut, and cookies and cake. Oh, cake (sigh). And Butterfinger bars. Mexican dinners will also need to be limited to one night a week. Instead, I will indulge in other healthy sweet favorites: watermelon, red grapes, bananas, tangerines, pears, cereal with milk, frozen (or not) yogurt, peanut butter, lowfat chocolate milk.
It's all about perception. And having some cake once a week...
The highlight of my visit was hearing Baby's heartbeat - a very strong 164 bpms. I was actually having a crappy day, until I got to listen to his heart. The doctor left the device on my belly for a long time, and I heard his hard, steady heartbeat and could do nothing but smile. Everything going on in my life, at that moment, beautifully vanished.
As an aside, I also had a chiropractic appointment today. It was my fifth visit to a prenatal specialist. I had been having back pain, but it is slowly diminishing thanks to chiropractic care! The adjustments I have been given have worked wonders. The chiropractor is also extremely educated on wellness and childbirth. I am so happy to have found a solution for my back and neck pain. I recommend it for all those plagued with pregnancy pains! I think Baby likes it too. He moves every time I am on the table.
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I had a visit like this, except I had gained 12 pounds....I was so ashamed and my doctor never said a single word about my weight gain. Granted I had a good bit to lose after D was born, but it was okay. I did, however, never have another visit where I gained more than a pound or so. Don't stress it! Let them eat cake!!
ReplyDeleteOH...I just remember why I probably gained the 12 pounds...at that point, the only thing I wanted to eat were sugar cookies and white grape juice....together. Gotta love pregnancy.
ReplyDeleteGirlfriend, whatever the case, you look as cute as you can be! I gotta tell ya, I can't imagine a much harder challenge than to know it's "ok" to gain SOME weight, but to still have to watch it. UGH! Like seriously, why can't we have a grand 'ol time during this interestingly unique process? You'd think it would be game on.....Oh well, you know I have to comment on those yucky naners! :) Love ya!
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