3.5 POUNDS

This is one of the 4D-type pictures we received.  You cannot see part of CG's head
becuse it is so low.  However, you can see his/her closed right eye, nose, mouth,
and right hand, which  is just under his/her mouth. (This is a head-on view.)

I made another appearance at the doctor's office today, but unlike the previous visits, this appointment was scheduled.  The doctor requested an ultrasound to check my amniotic fluid, which measured really well.  At 30 weeks the amniotic fluid should be above 9 cm and below 26 cm;  my fluid measured at 16 cm.  In addition, the technician measured the weight of the baby.  CG weighed in at 3.5 pounds, which is a little above the normal weight at this gestational age!  Sean and I were also able to see a 4D-type view of CG.  CG was not too active during this viewing, but he/she smiled for us twice.  This was definitely an exciting moment for Sean and me.  The doctors can no longer predict what is going to happen. (Actually, I think they gave up awhile ago!)  So, right now it is somewhat of a waiting game, which we hope lasts at least a few more weeks.