Today was the second ultrasound for the preeclampsia study. Everything looks good--no change since last time except for the baby's size, now estimated at 2 lbs. 7 oz. (more than twice Will's size!) To recap, the study is looking at bloodflow through the uterine arteries as a possible predictor of preeclampsia. My right artery is perfect and the left artery still shows slightly elevated pressure, as it did at 23 weeks. Not cause for alarm, but reason to continue careful close monitoring. The study doctor (one of the high risk OBs) asked how often I'm seeing Dr. Kennedy and when I said weekly, she said that's a good idea.

My blood pressure was fine--122/80 and the baby's heartrate was about 130, which is lower than the last few weeks, but it was taken in the ultrasound so that might make a difference. In the ultrasound the machine measures it. Usually in the office, the nurse just counts beats while watching the time on her watch--so possibly not as precise. Regardless, it's well within normal range.

Today was a beautiful 75 degrees--quite a treat for an Iowa November. John was distressed that I chose a short-sleeve shirt since it left my arm bruises visible. He's worried people will think he's responsible, which in a way I guess he is, since he gives the arm shots. But someone who doesn't know me at all noticed them today and said she could tell they were from shots so maybe it doesn't really look as bad as we think it does. Besides, we'll be back to long sleeves and sweaters in a day or two--this is Iowa after all!

P.S. Happy Birthday to Diana!