Baby Nielsen’s First Pictures…and Video

Today we had some first trimester tests done that can help detect chromosomal disorders. All of the results (from the blood test and ultrasound) came back really good, and we couldn’t be feeling better! We did not want to do anything invasive, but we felt like these tests would be a good way to help put our wandering minds at ease.

We know many of you have been anxious for the first photos of our little peanut, so click the link to take a closer look. You can also click a link to watch a short ultrasound video (1:50). Be patient. It may take a few seconds to load. Also, it's a smaller file size for the web so you may not want to have your screen maximized.

Baby Nielsen is still tiny…measuring just about 1 ¾ inches, but we were amazed at all of the tiny parts that were so easily distinguishable. If you look closely at the beginning of the video, you can see a very strong heartbeat. And if you stay tuned until the end, the technician does some handy labeling (don’t get too excited…it’s too early to tell the sex).

I am anxious to be out of the first trimester! (only about 1 ½ weeks to go) I have been feeling great! No sickness. No extreme food aversions. And I am finally starting to feel a little energized. Long days still wear me out, but overall I am feeling super!

We will be seeing Dr. Tom next week for a routine visit and will check back in to let you know how that visit goes…