Goodness, well first of all I didn't get my confirmation letter for the scan, but I went along anyway.
Got to the hospital very early and had to sit about for ages, then I was told to go and see a midwife before the scan, which I hadn't been told about either - she asked me some questions, weighed me, and explained what would happen during the scan, then she told me I would need blood tests - eeek!
I'm a bit nervous when it comes to blood tests but I decided not to think too much about it, and to focus on the scan.
Went back to the scanning department and they called me in straight away!
Both my Mum and Stephen were allowed to come in with me which was great, because I was so nervous.
Because I hadn't received my appointment confirmation letter, I had also missed out on the information leaflet that comes with it..
In that leaflet they apparently tell you to drink plenty so that they can get a better look at the baby - so the sonographer was quite cross that I had a relatively empty bladder and the baby was 'being stubborn' and refused to move closer, haha!
I couldn't help but laugh..
We heard the heartbeat and saw the baby do a few kicks and jumps, and it was lovely <3
But apart from that, the little thing refused to move!
I was shaken from side to side, had my tummy rubbed hard, I coughed and shifted and still Bubs would not move closer!
All Bubs did was arch it's little back and turn, as if to say 'leave me aloooone!!' - I actually felt quite sorry for him/ her!
The sonographer said 'I'm telling you now, this is one hell of a stubborn child - all I can say is good luck to you!!' and Stephen just burst out laughing..
We're both sooo stubborn, it's no surprise that Bubs is too!
She said everything looks good so far, but they will get back to me to let me know the risk of Bubs having Downs Syndrome.
During all this, I completely forgot to ask for photos!
Not that the quality was good anyway, but I still wanted something..
I managed to get one little one, but it wasn't a good shot at all :(
Anyway, then I had to go back to the midwife because she said I was booked in for another appointment on Saturday (again, they didn't tell me!!) and she wanted to give me an appointment card incase the confirmation letter doesn't come again :/ great!
Theeen, I was rushed off for my blood tests - they took 8 tubes from me!!
Luckily I had a really nice guy taking the blood who chatted to me and kept me distracted :)
He was gentle too, and I didn't bruise this time - yay!
So yes, I'm going back to fill in my 'green book' with the midwife Saturday at 2pm, then my next scan is on the 3rd of October (so far away!)..
And they'll be in touch within 10 working days to let me know the risk of Bubs having Downs.
She said they might call me in sooner if it's a high risk :(
Pleeease let Bubs be okay!!
Oh I wish I could describe Stephens face when he saw Bubs for the first time <33
He sat there with his mouth open and he kept grinning, and it was beautiful to see him so proud and in awe.
He held my hand the whole time and squeezed it everytime Bubs did something cute.
It really brought a tear to my eye, but I'm proud to say I did NOT cry - yay! :D
Go me for being strong, haha..
Actually.
I just got a text from 'the Daddy-o' saying he's really proud of me and Bubs, so maybe I will have a sneaky blub, heehee <3
Anyway I'm exhausted so I'm going to have a little rest in bed now.
Here is a pic of Bubs at 12 weeks and 3 days, albeit a rubbish shot..
You can see eyes and a nose and everything though!!
Yes, I am rather proud. 



xoxo