Feb. 14, 2012--- Valentine's Day
What a great day! I had my Doppler ultrasound this morning and it was very good, probably one of the best. The s/d ratio was 3.3 (anything above 4.19 is too high). I met with Dr. Carr afterwards. He is my favorite doctor because he seems realistic-optimistic. He explains the tests thoroughly and talks to you as if you are an intelligent human being with feelings! (Imagine that!) He told me that baby's bladder is full which is a good indication that the baby is healthy. If the baby is being compromised, then the resources go to the heart and brain and other bodily functions lower than the heart are suppressed. The full bladder shows the lower part of the body is working and the top half is being nourished. Additionally, the amniotic fluid was nearly 12 cm, that is very good. The heartbeat was 140, healthy & strong.

Afterwards, I went to OB-GYN Associates to meet with my doctor and meet with one of the midwives. I believe my doctor is a nervous nellie after talking with her on the phone on Monday. She was nervous about the high s/d ratios on Friday and wanted to intervene i.e. bed rest, hospitalization or deliver the baby. On the other hand, when I met with the midwife it felt like I was finally speaking to someone who speaks my language. She is going to talk about gentle c-section at the Doctor's Round table Meeting on Wednesday. I am praying they will get on board! Hope is eternal.