Yesterday, Josh and I finally went to an ultrasound clinic for our baby’s 3D/4D ultrasound. It was our third ultrasound and I must say it was the most exciting. Why, we got to see how our baby Noah looks like even while inside my womb! Yep, you can do that now. One of the wonders of technology.
We were both excited but we were also nervous. We were somewhat afraid that the doctor would see any abnormalities. The doc said we might not see the baby because it is already more than 32 weeks. The ideal time to view the baby is between 28 to 32 weeks because after that, amniotic fluid is less.
But boy, our baby boy showed himself. He was shy at first though. His right foot was covering his face. The doctor was touching my belly for a while and indeed, he removed his foot from his face. But after a while, he placed his right arm on his face. You know, as if doing the “Mr. Pogi” sign.
It was a relief when we found out the baby is perfectly healthy. I saw his fingers and toes! And would you look at those cheeks! The doctor said the baby is chubby (mana sa mommy sabi ko). I remember how I looked when I was a baby.
I think Noah and I have the same chin and cheeks. The lips he got from Daddy Joshua. The nose, well, poor baby he got mine in terms of size but I think the shape is like his dad’s. Haha!
It was a long 40 minutes inside the Ultrasound Room but definitely the happiest. We even got to see him smile for a split second. Oh what joy to see our baby!
Expected date of delivery is October 23. It’s only a few days from now but my OB-GYNE said it could even reach up to November. I’m hoping to give birth after the 15th with the dates 16 and 20 as the preferred date for special reasons.
I am nervous, really. I worry if I could get through the labor and delivery but I am more excited now. I’ve been preparing and cleaning his stuff since last week. I shopped for some toys, new sheets for our bed, and some baby stuff we still don’t have. The maternity bag we are to bring to the hospital is almost ready, I just have to put mommy and daddy’s stuff inside.
Counting the days…that’s what we are doing. Continue to pray for a safe labor and delivery. I am praying for a painless labor because I know nothing is impossible with God.
We are so much grateful to the Lord for this great blessing. We are thankful to our families, friends, relatives, and the church for the love. Last Sunday’s baby shower given by the Women’s Fellowship of our church made me cry. Not only because of the gifts but because of their presence and words of wisdom shared to first-time parents like us.
I could now imagine myself inside the delivery room. I know I’d just be calling on to Jesus help me get through it and then give big praises to Him right after.