Time Line of What Has Happened so Far

October 7, 2009 - I had been having some problems with my legs swelling, and was not sure what to attribute it to. I wondered if it was work related or if something else was going on. It was suggested that it could be hormonal, or there could be something wrong with my kidneys. Not wanting to go to Urgent Care just to find out I was pregnant, I bought a test while Travis and I were out getting a new shower curtain rod (which is a story in itself). Long story short - the test was positive. Travis didn't believe it though, so we had to go out and buy a digital one, which was also positive. Travis' immediate reaction? "I'm calling my mom."

October 19, 2009 - My first OB/GYN appointment went well. It was basically an intake appointment. They took the family history, did a physical exam (much to Travis' chagrin), explained what screening we could get done and went over what to expect on next visits and in the future. Since I have Marfan's Syndrome, I was referred to a Perinatal Genetics Counselor at the University of Michigan Children's Hospital. They got me an appointment for the same week, which was nice. I was a little disappointed they didn't try to listen for the heart beat, but I didn't ask them to, either because I forgot. So I will definitely ask next time. My next appointment is on November 16.

October 22, 2009 - Today we had an appointment with the Perinatal Genetics department at the UofM Medical Center. It was a long drive, but they did give us a lot of information that was useful. Ultimately it comes down to me needing to see my new cardiologist so that I can get an echo done to determine how large my aortic root is. If it seems to be getting worse, than I may have to be upgraded to high risk and do all of my appointments and deliver at UofM. If it's not seeming to be a problem, then I can stick with the Lansing area for everything. I also got my official approval letter for Medicaid today, and should get my card in a few days. Yay free insurance!