I had my weekly prenatal appointment yesterday. I walked into the office feeling a little nauseous. I sat down hoping that the inevitable wait time would help settle my stomach. Of course, I was called back instantly. Dr. Risky’s nurse greeted me and walked us back to her station. By the end of the walk, I knew I was going to be sick, and I was prepared to knock down any pregnant women that got in my way. I got into the bathroom just in time. When I was done, Dr. Risky was waiting outside. She asked how I was doing, so I confirmed that I’d just thrown up. She looked concerned, which surprised me. I figured women threw up in her office all the time.
After my weigh-in and ketone check, Dr. Risky mumbled something to her nurse, and then Mike and I were taken into the ultrasound room instead of the regular exam room. Because of this, I expected my ketones were probably through the roof again, but actually they were lower than last week. I also gained a quarter pound (yet, I’m still below my pre-pregnancy weight). But, Dr. Risky was still worried and wanted to check on the baby.
I had a super-short ultrasound – long enough to hear the heartbeat and for the doctor to get a crown to rump measurement. Everything is looking good for Binky! Good growth, so despite my food and weight struggles, the baby hasn’t been adversely effected. Dr. Risky didn’t get the money gender shot but that wasn’t even discussed – we just wanted to make sure the baby was OK. She also confirmed that there are no clots or separations, and the cramps I’ve been feeling off and on the last week don’t appear to have been actual contractions that have changed anything inside.
Dr. Risky upped my anti-nausea medication, told me I should start to feel like eating soon, and sent us on our way. I really REALLY hope that’s true. We have another appointment next week so she can check my weight/ketones/etc. It’s not scheduled to be an ultrasound appointment at this point, but who know what will happen.
We did get one great picture of our little Binky:
I love that we can see the whole body. This is probably the last week that we’ll be able to. As it is, the legs were almost impossible to see thanks to their length and the kicking. Do you see the little face there? I zoomed the picture below so you can really see Binky’s facial features.
I think Binky looks just like me.
Kelly says:
Yes Such a beautiful baby!
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..His Wild Card says Universal, Single-payer, NOW! =-.
Nancy Smego says:
I love the curly red hair!
Meghan says:
Haha… the last pic is super funny! I hope you feel well enough to eat soon, too!
.-= Meghan´s last blog ..megsapatsfan12: YAY finished my math HW that is due thursday! =-.
Chrissie says:
OH MY GOSH!! It actually looks like in the first pic that you can see her eyes and nose and lips and even her eyebrows!!!!!! But it looks almost like her head is in a sitting up position instead of a lying down position!! Am I crazy? Does that make sense?? Beautiful!!!
Heather says:
OMG! Mike and I were just looking at the picture after we read your comment and we TOTALLY see it! And now I can’t see it any other way. That’s crazy!
Katrina says:
…and I keep going back to look at what you guys are talking about, and I feel like “Rachel” on FRIENDS where she and Ross are at the ultrasound and she sees the baby and is being told where everything is, and she sighs, “Awwww!” and after a while Ross says, “You don’t see it, do you?” and she admits, “Nooooo!!!!”
Maybe it’s too late and my eyes are playing tricks, but I don’t get it. I can make out the face and all that, but the sitting up position has me confused.
.-= Katrina´s last blog ..They are both yellow. =-.
Sara @heartmychloe says:
Katrina – I thought (and was going to post) the EXACT same thing! crap. i can’t see it ='(
.-= Sara @heartmychloe´s last blog ..Don’t let facebook ruin your relationship! =-.
eden says:
Ummm, I noticed the face straight away. Speechless!
I hope you feel better soon, Heather. XO
Katrina says:
I noticed the face right away, too — it’s the “sitting up” position that they refer to that I’m not getting
.-= Katrina´s last blog ..They are both yellow. =-.
Chrissie says:
HEATHER! I think I even see an EYELASH!! Okay, maybe not, but it is that good of a shot of her face!!! lol She might have even wanted to say “cheese”.
Sarah says:
Oh my goodness! I see it! That’s a little scary!
.-= Sarah´s last blog ..Ilkley Moor- August 2009 =-.
Missy says:
This is my first time ever posting (been reading for months) and it took me all day and a bottle of wine but now I really see the face. WOW blew my mind!
Sara @heartmychloe says:
i see it now!!!!! omg it’s RIGHT there. but, forgive me heather, she looks like a kitten.
.-= Sara @heartmychloe´s last blog ..Don’t let facebook ruin your relationship! =-.
Katrina says:
Okay, Okay, Okay….I think I’ve got it now. It’s sorta like you are looking down on the top of her head, and her face is right there below that, looking out over her belly.
The SITTING position!! NOW I get it.
Okay, so I’m a little slow….
But Yay!! I see it now!!!
.-= Katrina´s last blog ..They are both yellow. =-.
Chrissie says:
YES!! Its the sitting position, Like she is looking you straight in the eye!! normally when you see the face its like a profile pic and they are laying down so its like you have to tilt your head to the right and lay your head down on your shoulder, but its like RIGHT THERE!! She is staring straight forward and looking right at us!!! This girl ain’t shy with her pretty face!!!! Just shy with her goods!!
Lauren says:
He/She is beautiful! I love those alien-esque ultrasound photos!
.-= Lauren´s last blog ..I don’t think you’re ready for this jelly. =-.
jayneoni says:
Hmm I actually think Hilda looks like me and am I just very tired or is she wearing heels in that pic?
Bec says:
YAY! For Binky growing well! I’m very pleased and happy for you all. I’m sorry that you’re still not feeling well though.
.-= Bec´s last blog ..Archives: 5 things I didn’t know about becoming a mum =-.
A N N A says:
Binky does look just like you– she’s beautiful.
.-= A N N A´s last blog ..In Memory of Magnificent Madeline =-.
Katrina says:
After a long day of feeling so sad since reading your last post — and now I sit grinning from ear to ear as I read this one.
Thank you for such a wonderful update on you and Binky. Well, not so much you because of all the nausea…but Binky sure does look good!!!!
.-= Katrina´s last blog ..They are both yellow. =-.
Anne Y says:
I can totally see the eyebrows and other facial features on the first picture now too…..freaky…..but cute! I love babies in utero—so adorable!
.-= Anne Y´s last blog ..Wordless Wednesday =-.
Seraphim says:
She totally looks like you. And I’m sorry you still feel so crappy. Hoping it passes soon. xxxxx
.-= Seraphim´s last blog ..Rory’s Garden, Part 6 =-.
Krissa says:
What a little cutie! … Hope the stronger dosage meds help with the throwing up. And I’m glad all is well. (((hugs))).
Young Momma says:
Very cute pictures! I hope you’re feeling better asap!
I think this is my first time commenting, but I’ve been following you on twitter and reading your blog for some time now! I’ve just been on hiatus, lol
.-= Young Momma´s last blog ..Home =-.
Kathryn says:
Hmmmm, I’m not the best at looking at ultrasounds, but doesn’t that sort of look like a wee little thing between the leg region? How correct is that gender test??
Either way, your Binky looks great!!! GREAT!
Hope the bigger dose of anti-nausea medicine makes a big difference for you!
Kelly says:
Not seeing it, myself… Could be umbilical cord? Could be anything, really – angles are wrong, image too low-res for a good zoom and other body parts are too close by to see for sure!!
I still have my money on girl
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..Trying yoghurt =-.
Kelly says:
Gorgeous pic =))) So glad that Binky is doing so well.
I remember the cramps and discomfort during pregnancy. I was freaked out by them, even with no reason to worry (no history of problems, first pregnancy, etc). I had an anterior placenta (situated at the front for anyone who hasn’t been there!!), and it prevented a lot of feeling. I didn’t REALLY feel her move until after 32 weeks!! It was always a MASSIVE sigh of relief to get to the ultrasounds and SEE her move, hear her heartbeat. I was so paranoid all throughout my pregnancy, and I had no reason to be.
You’re such a trooper – so incredibly brave. I’m so grateful for these updates and to know that everything is going (mostly) according to plan for you and Binky. I hope that the nausea and cramps ease really soon
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..Trying yoghurt =-.
catherine lucas says:
Grin… It does look like you. ;o)))) How neat that we can live all that now… Well done for Doctor Risky!!!!
.-= catherine lucas´s last blog ..Paparazzi on tour… =-.
Veronika says:
Please try taking some Vitamin B6 (can be in Vitamin B complex form) and Vitamin C every day. Most nausea during pg is caused by a Vitamin B6 shortage and Vitamin C is necessary for the B Vitamins to absorb properly. It’s made a huge difference to me and who knows? Maybe it’ll help you too.
Binky is adorable, btw.
Kate in NZ says:
I’m with Chrissie – saw the clear beautiful smiling! face in the first pic and was confused by the “sideways” drawing you did. Then went back and looked ‘cos the face looks at an odd angle to the body in the first pic. But heh, it’s an ultrasound. They’ve come a long way, but still… (For my firstborn, more than 7 years ago now, it might as well have been a satellite weather map for all I could tell. I was very startled to be able to count fingers and toes when expecting my second, 4 1/2 years later!).
Hope the drugs start working and you feel heaps better soon.
.-= Kate in NZ´s last blog ..Refusal =-.
Cinthia says:
Feel better soon!!! Food must not feel appetizing right now, but try to think about eating stuff you normally don’t… (the idea of eating food I do like when I feel sick makes me feel even barfier)…
I sometimes sing “food, glorious foooooooooood” when I’m about to eat something good and it sets me in the right mood.
LOL, because I did not purposefully intend for that to rhyme AT ALL.
amanda says:
I think Binky definitely looks a lot like you. ; ) I hope you feel better soon!
Neena says:
I never knew you had such doodle capabilities!
Glad to hear things are well in there!
.-= Neena´s last blog ..the mommies downstairs =-.
Sarah says:
Heather, your doodle of Binky’s face made me snort apple juice into my sinuses. Yumsky.
.-= Sarah´s last blog ..Ilkley Moor- August 2009 =-.
charlane says:
Binky is nearly your mirror image. I do hope that you start feeling fat soon. it is one of the many underrated joys of pregnancy that I would hate for you to miss out on.
.-= charlane´s last blog ..Baby Babble =-.
Kristen McD says:
SHe’s a doll, for sure. lol
Erica says:
What a precious picture of your special Binky Bean, so pleased to hear your Binky Bean is growing as she (or maybe he) should. I really hope you start to feel better soon.
Thinking of you today as every day.
With love
Erica
Jen @ lifelove'n'wine says:
You are too funny. Glad to see everything is going well with Binky!
.-= Jen @ lifelove’n’wine´s last blog ..Brawling Baby Ball Players =-.
Shannon Kieta says:
Heather…
I am glad the visit went well. Michele Dugger just announced she is pregnant with her 19th child!!! Can you even imagine going through this NINETEEN times? OMG!!!! She will probably have kids into her fifties! Her grandchild is arriving next month! That’s Cooky!
Listen Binky…orders from headquarters: No more nausea! Let Mommy eat! It’s for your own good! We love you little one! Auntie Shannon
Karen says:
She is adorable!! And I love the curly, pink hair. No one’s gonna mistake her for a boy.
I hope you feel better soon. Come on meds, do your thing.
.-= Karen´s last blog ..Helpless =-.
Lynn from For Love or Funny says:
I agree with Karen – “Come on meds, do your thing.” Ah, pregnancy nausea…there’s nothing like it.
Hugs to you, Mike and Binky…
.-= Lynn from For Love or Funny´s last blog ..How I vanquished my tormentor =-.
gorillabuns says:
a striking resemblance indeed.:)
.-= gorillabuns´s last blog ..vindication =-.
Jill says:
That is one gorgeous baby, Heather & Mike.
Thinking of you all.
Deborah says:
So relieved to see that everything is okay with “our” little Binky. I hope you start feeling better and can eat and gain weight soon.
Take care today.
.-= Deborah´s last blog ..Nude Woman # 1 =-.
Jennifer says:
I’m sorry about your nausea–it’s miserable, I know. But yay for a great u/s!!
I love Binky’s pink hair!
.-= Jennifer´s last blog ..Swimming With Dolphins! =-.
Lisa says:
Too cute, I totally see the resemblance!!! Glad to hear Binky is doing so well. I hope the upping of the nausea meds will help make you feel better.
Hugs.
.-= Lisa´s last blog ..Learning About Your Child’s Day at School =-.
Mary@Holy Mackerel says:
I was going to say spitting image!
When I was pregnant, I never gained weight, just so you know…all my everything went to my babies, and they were fine, and I was as skinny as they come. My dr. never actually even weighed me. All he worried about was how I was feeling, and whether the baby was growing. If both answers were positive, that’s all he cared about.
Take care.
.-= Mary@Holy Mackerel´s last blog ..Filling A Void =-.
Momma Uncensored says:
she’s a stunner like her momma & sister!
hope you can keep some food in that tum of yours today.
.-= Momma Uncensored´s last blog ..HB : amy =-.
JennK says:
I love ultrasound days. Makes me want to be pg again just to hear the swoosh, swoosh sounds. Kind of.
.-= JennK´s last blog ..Simple times. =-.
Alli says:
Yea! So glad it went well and I hope the upped amount of anti-nausea meds will help. Bless your heart, can’t keep anything down!
.-= Alli´s last blog ..Friend Makin’ Monday =-.
Sarah says:
Hi Heather! I’ve been following your blog for a while now, but never posted anything yet. I just wanted to say that these little pictures made me smile this morning! I think B looks just like you too! Hope you get to feeling better soon.
.-= Sarah´s last blog ..Welcome to September (and a little Mosquito Reasoning) =-.
Molly says:
So glad for the happy news. Feel better soon!
Michelle Pixie says:
Awe so cute. I hope you feel up to eating soon!
.-= Michelle Pixie´s last blog ..The Observer =-.
Judy says:
Now that is one good lookin baby!!
Patty says:
What an awsome picture of a beautiful Binky! You and Mike make beautiful children, and I have to say, that face? Ahhh! I think that is too cute!
Kelly says:
Not only does Binky look bee-u-tee-ful, but she makes me want to get preggers right now! Hi Little Binky!
Heather, I hope the medication works & you can start enjoying donuts, pasta, & bean burritos (or, you know, the stuff you crave!) very soon!
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..Days like today =-.
Val says:
Beautiful Binky! Love the pink curls too
.-= Val´s last blog ..wonderful distractions part 3 =-.
christieo says:
hahahaha! ok my screen was not maximized so the little drawing of the face was a surprise when i scrolled down and made me laugh out loud! thank you for that! glad everything checked out ok!
.-= christieo´s last blog ..Weigh-in Wednesday Week 1 =-.
Karen says:
I think she looks just like you too!
.-= Karen´s last blog ..Wordless Wednesday =-.
Diane says:
Yup! Just like you, Heather! Aww… glad all is well with your little binky. Hugs.
Ginger says:
She has your nose!
.-= Ginger´s last blog ..Village Fête entries =-.
Lora says:
A beautiful baby! I hope you do feel less nausea soon!
.-= Lora´s last blog ..Some Thoughts Knocking Around In My Head =-.
Kristen says:
Absolutely gorgeous! I hope you get to feeling better soon. I’m elated for you & Mike!
Courtney says:
Awesome, so glad to here binky is doing well!
.-= Courtney´s last blog ..About Time =-.
Michele says:
Hi – I am so sorry you are still feeling ill, but so happy to hear Binky is doing well! I have to say, I totally understand what Chrissie, the 3rd commenter, wrote. It looks like your baby is laying sideways on her arm, Cleopatra style…until I look at her face. OMG, all I can see is the face of a baby sitting up, with very distinct, Maddie-like features. I believe this is a sign of love from your Maddie-Moo, I wonder if you have thought of this also…
Thinking of your family and sending good thoughts your way everyday,
Michele in Staten Island
Alison says:
Glad to hear Binky is A-OK! And I REALLY, REALLY hope you start feeling better soon.
xoxo
.-= Alison´s last blog ..Poor Us… Wait, What? =-.
Kate says:
YAY Binky! So glad to hear everything is going well with the Binkster. Hope that you stop throwing up in public places soon, as much fun as it is
And I totally saw the “face” in the ultrasound. Hmmm….
Sending you hugs and happy thoughts.
Kate
Jenn says:
Look at that perfect little baby! Do you have any names picked out yet?
I hope you’re feeling better soon!!!
Take Care,
Jenn
Debby says:
Glad that everything looked good. OMG she does look just like you!
.-= Debby´s last blog ..MY PAWS WERE HOT AND……….. =-.
J says:
So Binky’s going to have curly hair, then? Excellent.
Hope you’re feeling like eating soon. As good as it is that Binky’s doing well, it’d be best for BOTH of you to be doing well!
.-= J´s last blog ..Sunday =-.
Tricia says:
Ahh, look at her lips! Dude, she’s gorgeous in the womb…takes after her mama
The second pic, she looks like mike
love you guys!
xoxoxoxoxo,
Tricia
Mrs. Wilson says:
I think she does too
.-= Mrs. Wilson´s last blog ..on a bus headed for who knows where =-.
Tricia says:
ps. I just read Jayneoni’s comment….buahahahhaa J, I love you, you crazy lady.
Danielle says:
Of course *she * is beautiful. Look at her family.
.-= Danielle´s last blog ..Take it at Facebook value =-.
AMomTwoBoys says:
So…when you felt like you were going to throw up, did you abruptly end your evening and RUN AWAY? NO? You only do that to me, then?
Binky is just GORGEOUS. The pink curls are awesome. Is that a sneak peek into her teen angst years?
.-= AMomTwoBoys´s last blog ..A Day On The Water, As Told By A 4 Year Old =-.
Culpepper says:
Precious.
Erin says:
Congrats on the GREAT check up….you are doing a great job mama!
.-= Erin´s last blog ..Last Summer Vacation =-.
Aunt Becky says:
Uh, see, Binky looks like me. I guess I knocked you up. Sorry.
.-= Aunt Becky´s last blog ..Pretty Sure She’s Going To Regret Inviting Me Into Her Dorm Room =-.
CVUnited says:
I couldn’t see the pictures…work puter FAIL!!! At any rate, I say you go get one of those 3D ultrasounds and find out what Binky is. I want to start talking names. Wanna know my vote? Alice.
.-= CVUnited´s last blog ..Celeste’s coiffures =-.
habanerogal says:
Despite the throwing up stuff I am so happy for you guys and that gorgeous little line drawing in your tummy
.-= habanerogal´s last blog ..Week Two where Life gets a little stabbier =-.
Glenda says:
Despite the throwing up I’m so happy that everything is looking good for Binky! Thanks for sharing the pictures. I’m sure she/ he will be beautiful! Sending you hugs Heather, and hoping you’re feeling well soon! XX
Dena says:
This might sound crazy…okay yeah..totally crazy. I had a dream about you last night. I must have read your last post about Madeline before going to bed – it brought me to tears and I wished that I could miss her for you, even for just an hour – to take your pain away.
I had a dream that your were on a video cam saying that you were having a boy. ??!!
Yeah, uh obviously my dreams have no idea what they’re talking about. Binky doesn’t appear to have any boy parts!
Binky is adorable!
Jenn says:
LOL! Love your additions to the u/s pic!
She looks just like her mama & sister
I really hope they can get your nausea under control soon! Especially since you have been given the green light to eat all the carbs your heart desires!!
Much to my husband’s dismay….you are making me want another baby too!!
Much love, Jenn in CA
.-= Jenn´s last blog ..Well it’s official…..I’m old =-.
Sara Joy says:
Let’s see…people who make me laugh out loud…hmm…oh yeah, HEATHER SPOHR. It’s amazing really, the resemblance between you and Binky, I mean the eyes are a dead give-away.
Wait, let me clarify, the throwing up did not make me laugh, it gave me the concerned look like Dr. Risky. I really hope the increased dose helps you feel better, and I am super glad Binky is doing so well!
.-= Sara Joy´s last blog ..Affair =-.
Amy in Oregon says:
Any way you look at the ultra sound, what a beautiful baby!!!
Erica fr Dallas, TX says:
Feel better sweet Heather! And what a great pic!!
Megan says:
She — and yes I’ve begun thinking of her as a she even though I know you’re not sure — is beautiful Chip off the young block. And I love that Dr. Risky took your vomiting seriously and did an ultrasound. So many docs would have just blown it off, sadly.
Keyona says:
Oh my gosh. I guess I had been away too long.
I am so happy to hear you are expecting another.
It’s amazing how God sends you just what you need right when you need it.
I am excited to see how beautiful this baby will be. Just like you I’m sure. :o)
.-= Keyona´s last blog ..Because It’s Kinda Your J-O-B =-.
Noelle says:
Love the ultrasound pics and your little drawing. If it’s any consolation, I had round the clock morning sickness for months, lost 30 pounds, and finally resorted to the anti-nausea meds. My daughter was born at a healthy weight…the doctor said babies take what they need and we get what’s left over Congrats on this beautiful bundle, and hope you’re feeling better soon!
.-= Noelle´s last blog ..Military Health "Care" =-.
missy says:
Yea Binky!!
Michelle W says:
Binky is a beauty just like Mommy and Big Sister. What will be the food you most want when you are able to eat and keep food down?
Katy says:
yeah… about that second ultrasound… don’t tell mike that binky’s real father is mr. bill. OH NO!
Andrea says:
I love the new pics of Binky!! Beautiful! I hope you get to feeling better soon.
Andrea
Jen L. says:
What a sweet, sweet face! Hope you are feeling better.
PattiMcKenna says:
Heather,
I agree after looking twice. She seems to be sitting up!
Hey, can I send you a free copy of my book? I’m hoping it will bring you a smile as you anticipate and wait for your joyous occasion. Caution: Children Should Come With Warning Labels, a humorous look at the realities of everyday parenthood.
You can leave a comment at my blog, link below, so I know how to send it to you if you’re interested. I won’t post personal info. Promise.
Oh, and I’m giving away book a week for a month!
.-= PattiMcKenna´s last blog ..Caution: Children Should Come With Warning Labels =-.
Jen H says:
Awesome! Go Binky!
Robin Osold says:
Oh my gosh!!!!!
The resemblence is amazing. Binky looks just like you.
Feel better Heather.
Love & Prayers,
Robs
Jenn says:
love the face you drew!! haha. Your friend is helping set up a website for Emily’s Smile boxes, so sweet!!!
.-= Jenn´s last blog ..oh that temper =-.
Kim says:
She is beautiful..but you know that Hope the meds work and you start feeling better FAST!
.-= Kim´s last blog ..Don’t Stop Believin (or why I love Glee) =-.
Melissa says:
I love you guys, what a miracle,what a spirit,what a beautiful family!
breadwinner wife says:
So happy for you!! I can tell it’s a beautiful baby
.-= breadwinner wife´s last blog ..Finding my creative side =-.
Amy says:
Binky is a beautiful baby!
Ohmygoshi says:
Total heartbreaker right there!!
.-= Ohmygoshi´s last blog ..The scenic route =-.
mc says:
Adorable!
Colleen says:
Big smile from me to you! Try lemonade Heather!
Sarah M. says:
Thanks for the help with the ultrasound pics! I don’t have any kids so I’m not good at those yet Binky’s a beauty, though! So glad to hear he/probably she is doing well!
brit says:
I think it’s the hair…
pillarr1 says:
Heather,
I felt cramps off and on (mostly on) throughout my whole pregnancy – from the day I had my embryos implanted to the day I had my c-section. I thought it was odd but my doc told me that it is normal for some women. I even went to the ER once because they were so strong. I am saying all this just to let you know that it can be normal to have cramping. It is uncomfortable and scary but it can be normal. My Rachel was born at 37 1/2 weeks. Don’t worry, it will all be OK. Just get your rest and eat what you can.
graduate admission essay says:
Thanks for sharing your happiness. Binky would surely be a cute baby. Well, she’s being watched over by her sister Maddie that’s why you shouldn’t worry about your little Binky.
Al_Pal says:
Awww, awesome ultrasounds!