Yesterday was my 24 week appointment. I have gained 6lbs (technically) from my starting weight. The weight gain goal set for me by my doctor is 15-25lbs. Starting now I will gain around 1lb a week. She said I am on the right track.
Lyla's heartbeat was in the high 150's and low 160's. She was moving around, making it a little difficult for the doctor to get a good reading at first. My
fundal height measured at 26. She said I am definitely measuring big, but wasn't concerned. (
Fundal height is generally defined as the distance from the top of the uterus to the pubic bone measured in centimeters. After the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, your fundal height measurement often matches the number of weeks you've been pregnant)My OB asked me if I had thought about pain management during labor, and without skipping a beat I told her, "I WANT AN EPIDURAL!" Matt was a wonderful advocate when I was in labor with Savanna, making sure they were very aware I wanted an epidural, so if Matt doesn't make it home, my advocate will have a lot to live up too!
My next appointment will be December 5
th, for my 28 week check-up. A couple of days before this appointment, I have to take the glucose test, which tests for gestational diabetes. They will have my results at my next appointment.