Yesterday we had our first Midwife appointment. It was very long! I got there at 1:30 and didn't leave until almost 4:30. They asked a lot of questions, did an exam and took lots of blood. Everyone at the office was really nice. There are ten midwives and they work with a few doctors. They said that throughout my pregnancy I would probably see all the midwives, so when it came time to deliver my baby I would know the midwife that is on call. Their office is right across the street from the hospital and that's where I would be delivering. I like the idea of having a midwife delivery experience, but within the safety of a hospital, so if something were to happen I'd have immediate action.
Being vegan its really important to me to have a natural birth. Medication is not inherently vegan and because of that I would like to stay away from it if possible. Of course if something is needed, either for myself or my baby I wouldn't hesitate to take it. But that's why I was drawn to having a midwife. They prefer to have no medical intervention, but they are so tuned in to your pregnancy that they know right away if you need it. They will do everything they can to avoid it, but know when to transfer you over to a doctor.
So far I'm really happy with our decision. We have our first ultrasound September 19th, so I'm anxiously awaiting that day. I can't wait to see our little peanut and hear his heartbeat!
Besides this pregnancy I've had something else life changing happen. I've gotten glasses! I went to the eye doctors for the first time since I was a child and he told me that I was very farsighted! He said that I have probably always been farsighted, but I am so good at over correcting that no one (myself included!) noticed. I always wanted glasses when I was younger, so its almost like a childhood dream has come true! This is my third day wearing them, so I am still getting used to them. I will keep you posted on how much I actually like them.
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