Husbandry WED: 2nd Ultrasound Attempt with 2nd Baby

But, Ultrasounds

It's Husbandry Wednesday and I took the day off at work. Do I have a ton of PTO to spare? No. But, ultrasounds are a big deal, for your 2nd baby too.

HR Has PTO to Spare

Today was our second ultrasound attempt. Did I tell you about the first? We originally had this ultrasound planned for last week, but when we got there, the front desk lady said Amanda's been dropped from my insurance. I called Anthem on the spot and they told me to take it up with my employer. It was July 3rd and HR took PTO that day. We left the doctor's office without an ultrasound.

Since

Since last week, we learned that Amanda wasn't really dropped. There was a glitch in the system. Her coverage shows up now. So we got to walk passed the front desk lady today and get an ultrasound. It all went like soft serve. Smooth. And - it ended with a cherry on top. The nurse put the gender of our baby in an envelope. We've been eyeing that thang ever since.

Conclusion

Thank God for a good ultrasound. Please God let that envelope say boy.

Practical Suggestions

• Consider going with your wife to ultrasounds

• Have civil discussions about how you want to hear your baby's gender

• I vote waiting for the delivery room to find out because good surprises are rare

• Amanda votes gender reveal party

• Girl or boy, love your baby all the same

#FamilyWednesday