Well today is the day I go to the genetics/counselor/dr for a level 2 ultrasound. Im quite nervous to say the least. Im officially 17 weeks 2 days along. Im so worried they will find something horribly wrong with my baby. I cant help thinking that because of my age(39), about all these things that can go wrong with the baby after the age of 35. Im afraid Im not strong enough to handle anymore bad news. At first all I wanted was this pregnancy to survive, and Ive made it this far. Now, its the worry of this ultrasound. Ive had 6 ultrasounds so far, the last one at 13 1/2 weeks along. The ultrasound tech said all look fine. BUT, now Im going to a genetics dr, who specifically look for "things" that are not fine. It scares me to death. My ob told me she refers all her high risk patients over there, and she thinks it will be reassuring for me to go there. I do know my baby is still alive as I listen to his/her heartbeat all the time, twice already this morning..Im so worried about getting bad news today.

By Mommyathome on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 12:13 pm:

((((hugs))))
Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you today.

By Jclark222 on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 12:13 pm:

Good luck Jackie. I'll keep you in my prayers. I'm sure everything will be great once you see that beautiful face on the unltrasound.

By Trina~moderator on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 12:18 pm:

{{{Jackie}}}

By Vicki on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 12:22 pm:

I think of you so often Jackie! Please let us know how things go today. Do you know if you'll get answers today or if they are doing tests that you'll have to wait on? For some reason, I just have a really good feeling about you this time!! Please let us know how everything goes and know your in our thoughts and prayers.

By Yjja123 on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 12:25 pm:

Jackie,
I have followed your posts and kept you in my prayers.
I know telling you not to worry is like telling a person not to breath but try to think positive. Think up a phrase such as "my baby is healthy and strong" and tell yourself it over and over. I am a firm believer in postive thinking and it helped me get through a difficult pregnancy.
I just wanted you to know that you and your baby are in my prayers. Good luck today!
Yvonne

By Cat on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 12:35 pm:

Thoughts and prayers, Jackie. I emailed you.

By Rayanne on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 01:12 pm:

(((HUGS))) You are in my thoughts and prayers. Everything will be ok. Keep your chin up and think good thoughts. Let us know how everythig goes.

By Sue3 on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 01:24 pm:

Good luck Jackie ! ((( HUGS ))).
Hope all will go well..
keep us posted.

By Karen~moderator on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 02:05 pm:

{{{{{{{Jackie}}}}}}} Hang in there.........

By Momaroze on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 02:41 pm:

Jackie, I had my baby at 38yrs. I can understand your anxiety. Most babies are healthy....even after the age of 35. I'm hoping your doctor is explaining the odds to you regarding this. My doctor was very helpful and eased my concerns greatly. I even decided not to get an amnio. done. I now have a very bright and healthy baby. Try to relax on this issue.....I haven't been following your other posts so I don't know the rest of your story. I just wanted to give you a little feedback on the age thing.

By Amy~moderator on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 02:42 pm:

My thoughts are with you, Jackie. I really hope that all is well.

By Missymelissy on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 03:00 pm:

(((HUGS)))

By Mommyathome on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 05:43 pm:

Just checking in to see if you are back from your appointment yet.

By Andi on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 06:31 pm:

Jackie,

How did it go? How are you? How are things?

By Marg on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 06:40 pm:

Yes, been thinking about you today.

By Jackie on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 - 06:43 pm:

My update is in the post titled "My drs appt update"