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Tristine's Triumph -- Entry Ten

I woke up this morning and took my shot, and all my other meds. Things were going ok until I went to the bathroom and noticed some spotting.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 11

Today was our first ultrasound. I was so thankful that my husband was with me. While I was sitting in the office, I tried to avoid seeing any of the pregnant bellies or the little babies.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 12

I officially passed one of the milestones. I made it passed the 7th week miscarriage (loss number 5.) Now I just have to get through the 8th week and the 20-week milestones and I will be able to breathe easier.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 13

What a crazy week this has been. I haven't had much time to think about our pregnancy with everything that has been going on. I guess that is a good thing though.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 14

Another milestone passed and only one more to go! Today I went in for my first physical exam and another ultrasound.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 15

Nothing much has changed around here. I am trying my best to get my house cleaned before my in-laws arrive this weekend. The countdown is on for the cerclage so I feel especially anxious to get my house in order beforehand.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 16

I have been so tired as of late but that is a wonderful thing. I remember feeling this tired when I was pregnant with our little Gabriel. I just want to sleep all day so I have been doing my best to get to bed early and take it easy.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 17

Yesterday I had to go to the doctor's appointment by myself. I didn't like the idea because I feared the worse. My husband wasn't able to attend due to a work situation he could not get out of, especially since he is taking the rest of the week off for when I get the stitch in.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 18

Yesterday wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. We arrived at the surgery center (outpatient procedures only) an hour and a half before the surgery was scheduled.

Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 19

Well, it has been a week and a half since I got my cerclage and already I am running into frustration with not being able to the things I am used to. The doctor told me no heavy lifting, no strenuous exercise, and no intercourse.