There's really something in there!

Well, we had our first ultrasound this week. No turning back now -- we're really pregnant!

Of course, before the ultrasound I "knew" I was pregnant, but it still was kind of an abstract concept. I was a little queasy sometimes, felt like I could hibernate instead of just sleep, and the little test stick and lab tests said we were pregnant, but it didn't feel real. All that changed in one instant though, when the doctor showed us our little blob on the screen. He/she was showing off for Mom and Dad -- squirming around, kicking, rolling over. What a ham!

It was very strange and humbling at the same time, to see our baby for the first time and see their little heart flutter on the screen. Life is such a miracle, and I didn't know I could love someone so much that I don't even really know yet.

The doctor took all the measurements and said our due date could possibly be moved up a few days, but she was content to leave it where it was. The baby was healthy and looked normal, which was good news. We got a picture that looks like a sideways snowman minus a section (my analogy) or two little sideways blobs (the nurse's analogy) -- either way, we have a picture of the back of the baby's head and their butt. So essentially, we have a photo of our little peanut mooning us! I'm sure it won't be the last time. :)

I think the ultrasound really made me aware that our baby is with me wherever I go. Rolling, kicking, and squirming, even though I don't feel it yet. For the next 7 months or so I'm never alone. I think the ultrasound really changed Jon's outlook too, but I'll let him post about that if he'd like. I'm just happy the baby looks healthy and pretty happy in there! And no, Mom, despite all your wishes, I'm not having twins. :)