Can I just start by saying "3 cheers for C-chan!!"? What a lovely person he is. While he has more than enough on his plate at present, he is also doing much of the meal cooking in this household as my temperamental appetite tries out different eating regimes. I always knew he was a good sort, but I appreciate it all the same. Currently (ie last few days), I am waking up feeling fine, but feeling queasy mid-afternoon/evening.
Thought I might have a chat about the 3 Drs I have seen in the past few weeks. Booked in at my usual Dr's first, but she was on leave, so got another Dr for the first appointment. Sat in her room and looked around. Lots of certificates on her wall. Nice. Appointment progresses, Dr seems OK. Had a read of what was actually on the certificates "Graduate certificate of Aesthetic something or other". Ads for Botox. Start to feel uncomfortable. This Dr is clearly specialising in cosmetic surgery-type GP. Start to doubt her credibility, although she took my blood samples just fine and answered most of my questions without a problem. Thought "Will stick to my usual Dr for next visit".
Second visit - usual Dr. Ah that's better. Veteran mother of 3, been there, done that. Lots of helpful hints, and useful info about Obstetricians, but very vague about what I do if I want to just go through my local public hospital.
After investigating the public health system* - I do live near a very good public hospital with a recently done up Mothers and Babies ward - I have to go see another Dr who is accredited to participate in the "Shared Care" program. This means I go to see accredited Dr and also check in at the clinic at the hospital to meet with Midwives etc. This Dr rocked! He asked me detailed questions about my health, medical history, and family health history. Asked me questions about how I felt about important issues that I need to consider. Answered my many questions about what to do,when over the next few months. Feeling more confident now that I kind of have someone appointed to oversee my pregnancy.
Glad to have part of the complex medical maze in front of me clarified. Next step... ultrasound.
(*the route one takes if one doesn't opt to see an Obstetrician and pay >$4000 with only a $2000 rebate from Medicare - ever wondered what you'd do with the baby bonus? )
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