Thursday, November 12, 2009

One Strong Heartbeat!!

While it seemed like an endless few weeks to see the baby, it was worth the wait! We were able to see one gestational sac, one yolk sac, and one beautiful little baby. The baby measured 0.9 cm, which is just what it should be, and were able to hear an amazingly strong heartbeat. The heartbeat was 135 beats per minute which, according to the nurse, is above average. Clearly our child is already gifted!

For those of you unfamilar with the yolk sac, it is the first element seen during pregnancy and is a critical landmark, identifying a true gestational sac. Later in pregnancy, it shrinks and its job is taken over by the placenta. (This is why, it is really only seen by us IVF girls who get very early ultrasounds!)

Check out the pictures below!!!

First Baby Picture!



Close up of Baby, Gestational Sac, and Yolk Sac



Heartbeat- 135 BPM

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5 comments:

  1. Yay!!! Your baby is BEAUTIFUL! I am so happy for you. Isn't it emotional seeing your little one and hearing the heartbeat for the first time? I'm continuing to pray for your precious baby, you, and your DH. Can't wait to see your next update:)

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  2. YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am in tears right now - SO EXCITED! Love you guys SO MUCH - best news ever. :)

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  3. Heather ChampneyNov 13, 2009 12:55 PM

    yeah!!!! this is awesome! i was hoping for two heartbeats, though:) love you all and can't wait to keep hearing more updates!!!

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  4. YAY! This is so exciting! I'm so happy for you guys

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  5. Katie and BlakeNov 17, 2009 12:39 PM

    Oh my gosh!!!! I love this baby!!! Looks great! So, so excited for ya'll!!!

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