27 & Full of Sugar

Today marks Week 27 - and was also my next month's check-up appointment. Of course, with this month's appointment, it also meant the long and dreadful glucose test. I arrived at the doctor's office first thing this morning, was offered the "Gatorade"-like drink and blood was drawn. This was a lovely, two hour test - which meant I was able to get awfully friendly with those coming and going at the office. I did meet a couple today who had just walked out of their 20-week ultrasound, where they learned they're having a boy...I loved the look on their faces!

Dr. Bell walked me through a few things to look for moving forward - as we're saying "Hello!" to the third trimester! I got an opportunity to hear Gwen's heartbeat, not once but twice - each time racing at 145 bpm. As I was laying on the table, Dr. Bell got to witness her movements - as my belly was bouncing up and down. She "measured" my tummy and her exact words were "Ah, perfect!" She gave me a list of "what to look for" and recommended classes to take at the hospital, specifically the breastfeeding class. She also noted from this point forward, I will be going for check-ups every TWO WEEKS. Talk about a "for real" moment. :)

After my appointment with Dr. Bell, I was back out in the lobby to entertain myself for another hour. Truly, it wasn't that bad - just kind of wish I had a pillow and blanket. At the end of two hours, my blood was drawn again, and I now wait for the results to come by the end of the week. I've stressed mostly over this test above the rest - as Dr. Bell hasn't shied away from explaining the high chances I will gestational diabetes, due to my family history and case of PCOS. In fact, she's almost certain I will. This can be monitored with a strict diet and medication - which I'm comfortable with. I'm more uncomfortable with the chances of future diagnosis.

As for Gwen's developments this week - goodbye fruit, hello...

CAULIFLOWER!

We're in the home stretch for sure! Over the next week, we're wrapping up the final touch-ups of the nursery and preparing for my baby shower in Louisville - so much is happening!