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Anatomy scan at 21w+5d

Hi Alexander,

Look your first dick pic!!

I got it during my 20 week + 5 day level 2 ultrasound today. I couldn't help thinking that when I was looking at the pictures. 

You, sir, were giving the ultrasound tech all sorts of trouble. Mostly you were comfortable with your hand on your chest when she needed to take a picture of your heart. Your dad ask the tech could we do anything to make you move more and would it be beneficial for you to be more active than you are right now. The tech laughed. She said you're moving plenty and just I wait until there's more umph in those kicks. I learned I have an anterior placenta so that's why I haven't been feeling you as much. It gives me more of a sign that you were telling me we would be ok when I was upset earlier this week. 
 
The doctor said you are developing normally. There's no signs of issues or complications. He is recommending additional screenings due to my age but he has no concerns. As you can imagine, I'm beyond thrilled with the news. I'm been worried that I've waited too long but you were the right baby for me. Your dad ask the doctor with all sorts of questions. I don't know when he was reassured or concerned about the answers. The doctor didn't seem concerned about my preexisting diabetes either. The levels were so low it wasn't an issue with him. 



I think you already have your Dad's nose and my lips. I don't have a button nose like this. I will really laugh if you look like your dad and not me. I'm Vietnamese dang it. I'm supposed to have the more dominant genes. All I'm hoping for is you have the Asian stomach of steel because your dad's stomach is no good. 

I love you Alexander. I can't wait to hold you in my arms. 

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