The appointment went very well. Olivia’s heartbeat was 150 bpm. My blood pressure was “very good”. Weight was the same as when I saw Dr. Cluett the week prior. Dr. Cortland did an internal and there are no problems with my cervix.

Discussions:

I requested we have another Level II ultrasound to verify the heterotaxy syndrome and determine what organs have been affected. We would like to know how her spleen is to determine if we’re facing antibiotics for life. Not anything we’re losing sleep over, but just to be as prepared as we possibly can be, given the situation.

Dr. Cortland stated that based on Olivia’s diagnosis she would recommend an induction be scheduled somewhere around 38 to 39 weeks. They like these deliveries to be “controlled”.

Dr. Cortland is in a group practice with 5 other doctors. We talked about how I felt about rotating through to meet everyone. But at this point, being 25 weeks and knowing I’m going to be induced by Dr. Cortland, I don’t see the need to meet everyone.

I am going to be having the glucose (diabetes) test in the next few weeks. I have the paperwork and just need to contact the lab for their hours.