Beta #3!!!!

Okay, friends.  I caved.  Somehow going into this weekend, I just felt like I needed some reassurance.  Maybe it was because my fertility clinic is closing as of today for two weeks for the Easter holiday.  Two weeks is a long time!  Maybe it's because we plan to start telling some people next weekend.  Maybe I was just doubting my symptoms too much.  Maybe it was because I was doing errands right next to the lab where I do my blood work.  Whatever the reason, DH and I decided I should test my beta again today.  Fortunately I have a standing order for hcg testing at the lab, so I can go in anytime to do my blood work.

And, my beta came back at 5455!

Which is perfect (as far as I can tell) for 5 weeks along.  And it has definitely doubled well enough since our last test.  In fact, the doubling calculators work it out to a 41 hour doubling time, which I think sounds great.

It definitely brought me reassurance, and I feel confident that I can make it through the next 3 weeks until our ultrasound knowing that there is a little baby growing away inside of me.  Hooray!!!!!!

Tomorrow is my tea party and I've been madly getting ready.  I can't wait to share pictures.  Happy Friday everyone!