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Addison Montgomery is the only specialist I want checking me out.

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 But alas, I do not get that luxury.  If you haven't kept up with me, I am indeed16 weeks pregnant.  I have to see a perinatologist every week for the next 10 weeks due to my autoimmune condition; Sjogren's can cause blockages in the baby's heart and which can cause him have a low heart rate.  I had my first appointment today and I did not realize how scared I was until I parked my car with 15 minutes to spare.  I felt my stomach tighten; if there is something wrong, there is nothing I can do.  Essentially it is my fault if Baby M has issues, but my condition is not preventable so I don't blame myself for whatever happens.  However, it does not mean I am not nervous and scared.  That's my baby and something can happen to him that I cannot do anything about.   I am focusing on the good, though, and he is healthy.  Everything looks good and normal.  The heart looks great: blood flow, the rate, the size, everything.  I am happy that he is well and safe.  I still need t