Chapter 202: Chapter Two Hundred and Two

“No, I haven’t.”

Doctor Moody looks over at Curtis. “Would you mind stepping out to give us some privacy while we get blood and do a pelvic exam?”

My eyes go wide and I feel my heart beat quicken. “Can he stay for the blood part? I umm, I don’t like my blood being drawn.”

Doctor Moody smiles. “Of course.”

A nurse comes in and gives me a smile. “Do you have a preference as to which arm I use?” She asks.

“No, I don’t like it either way. So, it doesn’t matter.”

The nurse gives me a small smile. “I will try to make it as painless as possible. Relax your right arm for me.”

I look over at Curtis feeling a little panicked as the nurse ties the elastic strap around my upper arm. Curtis comes to stand by me, taking my other hand in his. “Just look at me, okay?” He says, in a calm, soothing voice.

I nod and take a deep breath. “One, two, three big stick.” The nurse says, and I close my eyes, squeezing Curtis’ hand.

A few seconds later she unties the elastic strap and pulls the needle out. “All done. You did great sweetie.”

I open my eyes, and smile at Curtis. “Thank you, Curtis.” I whisper. There is a good chance I would have passed out if he wasn’t here with me.

“You are welcome, Lilly. I am going to step out so they can do the exam, I will be right out here.” He says, as he lets go of my hand and steps out of the room.

Doctor Moody hands me a gown. “Strip completely down and put this on. We are going to do a pelvic and breast exam. We will step out and be back in a couple of minutes.”

I do as she said, stripping down and putting the cloth gown on. When Doctor Moody returns, she has a different nurse with her. “Alright Lilly, lay back for me. Put your feet up here and scoot to the edge of the bed. “I’m going to be using my fingers, and you will feel some pressure. Let me know if anything hurts or feels tender.”

The exam doesn’t take long, and it doesn’t hurt. It just feels awkward. I guess I will have to get used to being poked and prodded at though, now that I am pregnant. There are going to be a whole lot more doctor’s appointments in the near future.

The breast exam is just as awkward, but it only lasts a few seconds. “Everything looks good. No unusual lumps or anything in your breasts. Slide back a little and you can sit up.” Doctor Moody says, as she smiles at me.

I do as she said, sitting up. I’m so glad that part is over with. “Do you have any questions for me?” She asks, as she washes her hand.

I feel my cheeks heat up and I can’t believe I am about to ask this, but I do it anyway. “Umm, is it safe to have sex when you are pregnant?” I’m sure that is probably a stupid question, but I want to make sure I don’t do anything to hurt the baby.

Doctor Moody smiles. “Of course. Just listen to your body, if you have any discomfort or pain try switching positions.”

“Okay, thanks.”

“Any other questions?” She asks, smiling.

“No. I don’t think so.”

“Alright. Your blood results should be back by tomorrow and I will give you a call to let you know what they are. I want you to start taking some prenatal vitamins and I need to see you back here in about six weeks. Make sure you eat; you are eating for two now.” She says, giving me a stern look. “Go ahead and get dressed. You are ready to go. See you in a few weeks and congratulations.”

“Thank you Doctor Moody.”

I get dressed and make my way out into the hallway where Curtis is leaning against the wall. “I have to make an appointment for six weeks from now, but other than that. I am ready.” I say, looking at him.

We stop by the front desk; my appointment is three days after Valentine’s Day. The second we step outside my emotions get the best of me. All the stress, joy, fear, and every other thing I have been feeling comes crashing down on me.

“What am I going to do? What if they don’t want this baby?” I whisper, as the tears begin flowing like a river.

Curtis doesn’t hesitate; he turns pulling me into a tight hug as I sob uncontrollably into his chest. “Shh, it’s okay Lilly. Everything is going to be okay. I promise.” He says, as he rubs my back in a soothing manner.