I am 27 weeks pregnant, and life feels busier than ever. Tyler’s schedule is jam-packed, and weekends/well Saturdays have been left to hosting out-of-town guests for Bridgetown and completing tasks around the house. We have never been HOME owners, and sheesh, it’s a hefty list of never-ending to-dos.
Last week we had our second official appointment with our cardiologist. I came fully prepared with questions that had bubbled in my brain from our previous visit. I have never felt more like my mom. I have a google doc on my computer of questions that I am determined to be answered before Amos is born.
Overall, the appointment was underwhelming, which I guess is good at this stage. Dr. Tucker, Dr. Changs partner, did a full anatomy scan. She thoroughly measured his body, ensuring that his brain, femur, and stomach continued to grow—all green lights. Then did a thorough look at his heart. She could not detect a VSD ventricular septal defect, which they had been able to see a few weeks ago. A VSD allows for some blood mixing and can lead to better outcomes. I was bummed to hear of the lack of detection, but Dr. Tucker assured us that the outcome could still be a positive one. She felt confident that the structures of his heart looked like they were in good shape for operation. To know the exact condition of all of the intricate structures, we will have to wait until he is born to see.
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