First Ultrasound

A few months ago, I was in the women's restroom at some random bar downtown and saw an ad wanting participants in an early pregnancy study sponsored by Vanderbilt Medical Center. By simply submitting daily online entries about exercise and possible pregnancy symptoms, participants receive Target gift cards, free pregnancy tests, and an early ultrasound at no extra cost. Knowing that this would be an easy way to score some sweet stuff, I took down the number and called right away.

Fast forward to two months later. After taking all of the free pregnancy tests that they offered me (plus several purchased ones - refer back to here), it was time for me to call them to schedule the ultrasound.

On Friday, July 23rd, Justin and I were able to see Baby Y for the first time and see the little heartbeat flicker furiously. Okay, I lied. I could barely see the Baby (come on, I was only apparently 6 weeks at the time) and I missed the flicker...but Justin saw it, and Baby seems healthy, and that's all that matters.



Note that Baby is apparently between the two Xes.

The ultrasound confirmed a due date of March 17, 2011. St. Patrick's Day! I love it :-)

Now we're in the middle of a waiting game for the "real" ultrasound and first doctor's visit since being pregnant. Come on August 3rd, we're waiting for you!