Heartbeat!

We heard the heartbeat today! It was a strong 150 beats per minute. It was so exciting. The doctor kept the machine on my stomach for awhile so we could hear it while we talked about some other stuff, but I honestly don't remember what all we talked about because I couldn't concentrate on anything besides the heartbeat. I wish I could hear it everyday.

This past week I have been experiencing some dizziness and weakness. I called my OB earlier in the week and the nurse there said to limit my time standing and in the heat and to eat more. She was thinking that the baby was having a growth spurt and if I didn't get enough nutrients in me then it would take from me what it needs and leave me with not enough. That plus the really high temperatures we had this week. When we went to the doctor today she said it is probably just me not eating all the right stuff. So for a few days I have to up my protein intake and salt intake and limit my carbs and sweets. If that doesn't help then she wants to me contact my family doctor about a cardiac work up to see if there is something going on with my blood pressure. I am hoping just fixing my diet will be enough, but I will keep everyone informed.

Sean and I went to Babies-R-Us today to start looking at stuff. It is amazing just how many different strollers there are. We picked up a list of stuff that the store recommends people register for and there were 7 types of strollers on it. Who needs 7 different strollers?!?! I am going to us that list though for ideas and make our own so that we can start comparing different brands and stuff. I'm starting to realize just how fast this pregnancy is going to go.