We (baby and I) are taking part in two studies at U.W. for pregnant women. The first one I have gotten a free ultrasound every month thanks to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. They are trying to set a new international standard for babies in utero. So each month healthy pregnant women around the world and I get our bellies and babies measured. The last study was done in 1970 with white women in California. So it's definitely time for an update.
The second study is one that is trying to figure out how to help women with gestational diabetes. I apparently have very good glucose levels so I am part of the control group. Plus they want to see how my DNA responds differently from the DNA of women with gestational diabetes. This one they only see me twice, I go in at 7 am they feed me breakfast and take some blood samples over 4 hours. In the mean time I get my own room which is perfect for getting homework done. Then they feed me lunch (the food is actually really good, I had some really good salmon on Tuesday). On top of that they pay me for my blood samples and the Dr.s are really nice and do everything they can to make sure I am comfortable and happy.
Other than that we are waiting for January 30th to find out if and where Tyler gets into an Oral Surgery residency. I am busy with school and trying to get things ready for when the baby arrives. I am practicing my hypnobirthing and am really excited to have this baby naturally without fear or pain. That is the latest!
30 weeks!
3 comments:
Kathryn, you look fantastic! And I think it's really cool that you are participating in those studies. Can't wait to hear about Tyler's residency and to see your little girl! It will all be here before you know it.
You're getting so close! Crazy! And you look really good. I also think it's awesome that you get to participate in those studies. I would have been thrilled to get an ultrasound every month! You guys have some fun changes coming up fast. I'm excited for you!
Yay! 10 more weeks! So excited for you!
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