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Pregnancy Updates 37: Little Benjac is 2.4kg!

mellomouse — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:12:05 +0000

Just like our 1st antenatal check-up months ago, today we waited a good 2 hours for Dr Tan because he had 2 deliveries back to back earlier at noon. The poor man didn’t get to have his lunch — until it was 4pm — after he had cleared all his morning appointments. Then immediately he began the afternoon queue, with us being at number 6 that was supposed to be at 2.45pm.

Dr Tan’s usual greeting when we enter his room is always: “How’s everything?” But today it was a little different: “Why are you not delivering yet?” he greeted in a jester manner while looking at my records. Then added that LBJ “would” be greeting us on the 1st day of CNY aka Valentine’s Day. Remember this post? That’s less than 2 weeks from now! *sweats*

Not too big, Not too small & in a Good Position
♥ Here’s LBJ facing us in the ultrasound ♥

Once again, I wondered if I am readied. I am actually fearful today. Only last night I dreamed that my water broke and my knees went weak. My 2nd respond was asking for the date — if not mistaken, someone told me that it was February 27th. What happened after that, I cannot remember

Dr Tan has approved my Birth Plan! A copy has been submitted to the Labour Room, and one for me to bring along in my Hospital Bag just in case. I’ve checked with one of the midwives, and she said it is ok to bring along a laptop into the Delivery Suite. Insane as it may appears, I hope blogging would be a good distraction for the pain *denial?*

Starting from tomorrow, I shall begin the Fetal Movement Charting to keep track of LBJ’s wellbeing. Although I feel him moving a lot now — and hiccups immensely — I should not take it for granted. I need to keep a record of 10 movements any time between 12 hours and everything is fine. Even a 9 is not!

So Little Benjac, here’s your Golden Ticket to kick Mommy more ok

Pregnancy Updates 33: Little Benjac is 2.1kg!

mellomouse — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:33:08 +0000

How time flies! Yesterday was already our 6th antenatal check-up with Dr Tan Lay Seng at Gleneagles. I always enjoy our appointments with him, even though we need to wait an hour or sometimes more just to see him each time

Dr Tan always has a smiley face on. But yesterday he was in a particularly good mood too. We got to enjoy that good mood of his by seeing LBJ a little while longer on the ultrasound. And we caught LBJ on screen sucking his thumb! Here’s a good side profile of our Little Prince ♥

Weighing 2148 grams at 33 Weeks 6 Days
Can you spot all his tiny features?

If only the thought of recording it on DVD crossed my mind then — I was totally lost in time! — else we would have had it immortalised! Now all I can rely on is my memory of that heartwarming experience of seeing LBJ moving his lips up and down sucking his tiny thumb *moved to tears*

I’ve discussed my birth plan with Dr Tan and he has given the green light for all that’s on my draft. After speaking with him about some of my concerns, he has given me more assurance to change what I’ve previously decided on — though not the Epidural part *bleh*

I’ll be preparing the finalised copy soon, so look up for Part 2 of My Birth Plan

Pregnancy Updates 24: Little Benjac is 1.07kg!

mellomouse — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:20:42 +0000

The first time we saw LBJ on the ultrasound screen, he was a tiny seed measuring at 5mm. Since the last antenatal check-up, he has already outgrown the screen. So we can only guess that he is about 38cm to date ♥

Can you spot LBJ’s spine?
Babies are born with 300-350 bones!

I’m very happy that LBJ is now already in the head down position. That means the possibility of breech is lessen and I’ll very likely to have a normal delivery *fingers crossed*

My due date has now moved to 6th March 2010. That’s another 2 days backslide, making it a total 5 days later from its initial 1st March 2010. But then again, that’s just an estimation. LBJ could very well decide to stay in his home sweet home until 42 weeks!

An update from last month’s weight watch. I assure you that I am definitely not dieting! I’ve gained 3kg – previously 5kg – making it a round total of a 10kg increase since my pre pregnancy days. I ought to be gaining another 6-8kg (or more) until delivery. Will I ever go back to forty-eight? *pouts*

With my bigger frame and growing bump — measuring 97cm all around! — sleeping has gotten more challenging and my feet feels like two puffy buns with burning heels at every step. Hopefully my new roomier sandals will help!

Do I still wish LBJ will stay within a little bit longer? I might begin to have my doubts

Pregnancy Updates 20: Little Benjac is 642g!

mellomouse — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:36:24 +0000

This morning we went for our 3rd antenatal check-up with Dr Tan Lay Seng at Gleneagles. I always enjoy our sessions with him. He has this delightful persona that makes seeing him each time a pleasure. But that’s also because seeing him means seeing him *points below**heart*

A sleeping LBJ lying on his sides
His head is on the left if you’re wondering

Dr Tan did a detailed scan today. Thankfully all is well and complete! Ten little toes and fingers, healthy heart, brain development, kidney and liver. We even saw his baby face *aww* Although it is merely a 2D scan — incomparable to a clearer 4D — we were already filled with awe to this little life we’ve created. What more if we were to hold him in our arms next March!

My due date has made a slight backslide to the 4th from its initial 1st March 2010. Dr Tan said it doesn’t really matter since we can never predict exactly when the baby decides to come into this world. We could only estimate at 40 weeks. I just hope LBJ stays put until after Chinese New Year. I wouldn’t want him to be delivered by someone else after going through the hassle of finding us a good ObGyn.

Besides the good news of the scans, I am dampened by my ballooning weight. I’ve gained 5kg since my last check-up and that is way too much for a month at my stage. I ought to be only gaining at about 2kg — being pregnant doesn’t mean you literally eat for two — so 5kg is definitely off the scale! A healthy pregnancy ideally gains about 12kg, and I’m already 8kg now *pouts*

What’s adding up are all the milk I’ve been drinking throughout the night until morning to curb my gastric. The solution Dr Tan gave was: Hard Boiled Eggs. Have 10 and it’s fine. Protein stays longer in the stomach and keeps me full. So I’m going to try this, but definitely not TEN! And cutting down on carbs, snack on fruits and increase vege portions.

My next visit is December 11th. Hopefully my weight gain would be healthier by then *fingers crossed*

Pregnancy Updates 11: Little Benjac is 14.22cm!

mellomouse — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 04:37:54 +0000

Since the last time we saw him a month ago
Little Benjac has now doubled in size and weighs 303g ♥

And Yes, you read “HIM” right
Our Little Benjac is Benedict Tan Junior!

During yesterday’s monthly check up, Dr Tan was happy to inform us that I would be due to deliver on 1st March 2010, or anytime between 3 weeks before that. I was hoping for March 3rd, so we’ll have a double threes for Baby and a double fours (April 4th) for Mommy. But I have a feeling that he will come sooner than later — if he has his Mommy’s restlessness genes *blek*

For the past month, on and off we’ve been thinking of baby name for boys. Since early in the pregnancy, I’ve been suspicious that we are having a boy, but didn’t really put in much thoughts. Now that we are 100% certain, it’s time to have fun picking one out.

Deciding on the suitable name would not be easy though. There are so many factors to be considered: Spelling, Pronunciation, Meaning — in all three languages and even dialects! I’m hoping to avoid any possible name teasing in the future. We’ve all been there, haven’t we? For some, even till this day *hehe*

Until we’ve confirmed on a name, I shall call our precious pea “LBJ”, short for Little Benjac Jr. I hope that didn’t give you any funny ideas for a tease

Pregnancy Updates 08: Little Benjac is 7.78cm!

mellomouse — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 04:50:19 +0000

How do you describe a Mother’s feeling
when she sees the baby in her womb takes form of a Baby?

And to know if he is a Boy, or if she is a Girl?

Just like how the Mastercard trademarked theirs, the feeling is indeed Priceless. And to that, I say with conviction

I was moved beyond words yesterday afternoon, when I saw the tiny us resembling a baby now through the ultrasound scan. The tiny little feet moving in the screen, and Dr Tan giving us a 70% heads up of the genitalia.

My maternal instinct could be right! But let’s wait till our next scan on 9 October to confirm ya *wink*

I was even happier when Dr Tan said my morning sickness days are looming to its end. “Give it another week,” he happily announced. But I dare not celebrate just yet, just in case mine doesn’t fall into majority. I have been having more vomiting spells the past week *sobs*

Ok let’s not be dampen by That awful feeling, and continue to be at awed staring at the tiny life above that’s working overtime to take form of our Little Benjac!! ♥ heart ♥

Pregnancy Updates 03: Little Benjac is 2.86cm!

mellomouse — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:19:33 +0000

This morning we finally heard our baby’s first heartbeat through the ultrasound done by Dr Woo. It was going strong at a 134 heartbeat-per-minute *sniff**sniff*

Isn’t it amazing that God allows us this chance to play Creator and make new life? And now having this Creation grow inside me is just so precious! I can’t decide which is more miraculous *give thanks*

When I shared my much earlier inkling about being pregnant, Dr Woo was quick to smile and said we could be having Twins! And it was possible because my maternal Grandmother had my twin uncles.

Dr Woo affirmed the possibility because twin pregnancy causes forceful early symptoms. But of course, genetic is ultimately the hero in this picture. And I have both!

Unfortunately there’s only 1 bun in this oven
I did hope for a Double Miracle *hehe*

Dr Woo has prescribed me with an anti nausea drug — safe for the baby of course!– to help me with my around-the-clock morning sickness. I took one earlier after lunch, but I think my nausea is stronger than the drugs *sigh*

I’ve turned into a whiny baby! =.=