I had another scan today. I am 9 weeks and 4 days pregnant making our baby due in exactly 7 months on the 5th of May 2012.

I saw the little squelcher all fuzzy on the screen. His or her heartbeat was flashing like a twinkling star.

Our Flicker of Hope

176bpm – a good, fast heartbeat.

So all looks well, as it should for the moment, so now we must wait for a 12 week scan.

I have enquired about a private scan with Mr Penman who we used to see with Esther and William.

I know he is thorough and because of my age (35) I just want to be sure.

I also now need to make an appointment with the midwife. The booking in appointment. But I am certain because of last time that I will be under consultant care.

Which is exactly what I want to be.

It is all starting to feel real now!