Last Wednesday I had my three month Doctor's Appointment. There was good news, bad news, and some just plain news...

Bad news, I have placenta previa. This means that my placenta is growing in the lower part of the womb and is covering the opening of the cervix. What does this mean to my life...it means pelvic rest for the next 6 weeks (I'm sure you can figure out the main meaning of pelvic rest). This also means no lifting anything over ten pounds. It is amazing how little ten pounds is. I think I made about 10 trips up with the groceries yesterday. :)

One more thing on the bad news front before heading to the just plain news. My doc doesn't want me to gain any weight while I am pregnant if I can help it. So, those of you that live around me, no tempting me with fatty foods, and no comments about eating for two! :) It looks like me and baby will do just fine on my already 15 pounds overweight self. The reason for this is that I have two degenerating discs in my lower back and if I gain any weight I might end up on bed rest or re-injure my back...two things I do not want to happen. So, back to the healthy diet it is. This baby is going to love salad!

Just plain news, Baby Metas will be joining our world c-section delivery style. It seems that with those same annoying discs, my doctor doesn't think I will be able to push, and even if I can, that I might rupture my discs in the process. So, I'm thinking that both of those possibilities sound pretty bad, so c-section it is. I guess this way I won't have to be so nervous about the birthing process. :)

I was feeling a little disgruntled after all of this news, but then we got to the good news. The baby has a strong heart beat and seems to be very healthy. We had genetic testing done, and the baby does not have any genetic defects. While my body may be taking a bit of a hit, it is all happening for a good reason. I am so thankful to have such a wonderful husband, family, and friends to share this crazy ride with!

I hope you had a great thanksgiving...and I hope no one got hurt if they went out shopping on Black Friday!!!!!