Grateful, the first volunteer scan I had at 13 weeks (and this one coming up at about 25 weeks) I heard of through my OH's mom's fiance. He knew a girl that is a student at a local college who posted a status on Facebook asking for volunteers for their sonography program. I messaged her, got the info and emailed the program instructor who then set up a date/time with me. I went to a local hospital where they have the portion of their class that involves the scan and got to lay there while the instructor initially showed the class (of about 6-8 students) the basics and then allowed each of them to have a turn. I got quite a bit of photos (nothing in 3D, as that machine wasn't capable) on a CD and was encouraged to check back after I had my scan at my doctor's office. So now I have another one set up for the 19th.
The other volunteer scan I have on June 3rd my OH heard about through a friend whose SO actually volunteered while she was pregnant a couple years ago. It's out of town but only about 30 minutes away at another college. I was told this one does the scan in 3D as well and if I bring a blank DVD and CD they will put a video of the scan as well as a bunch of photos on them for me to have.
I had no idea about this and would have never ever thought of doing it but am so so so very thrilled I've been given the opportunity!
Congrats on joining Team Blue :boy: Mango!!!
Sbmack since this is my third I don't expect anyone to throw a shower for me... but because it's my OH's very first annnnd it's been over 10 years since my last pregnancy we decided to put something together ourselves, nothing fancy. We have absolutely NOTHING for a baby! The only comment I've gotten really so far is from my own mother, a few times actually, just about how big I'm getting. And the tone of voice she uses when saying it comes off as negative. Hey, I am growing a healthy boy right now it's not like you stay skinny when pregnant!
Plus, I'm not bloated or retaining water or getting super thick anywhere besides by belly (duh, obviously), upper thighs, butt and hips (they do need to spread). My boobs have blown up a bit as well. Big deal. I would get made fun of in junior high/high school because I was so skinny. Even one of my good friends nicknamed me "Annie" (aka anorexic, which I totally was NOT and never have been) which stung quite a bit. So I absolutely love having a round belly and some extra weight
Right carebear?! I totally agree, baby gets what baby wants!
Cutie that's funny... yellow M&M
He was in a bad position to measure the heart and the tech said my doc will likely want me back in. Woohoo! Thanks little guy!
By volunteering for these scans it does help the students, as they get to perform an actual ultrasound on an expectant mother and gain experience... but honestly I'm more interested in helping myself to all the free visit with photos and such! 
Hey, it's a win-win situation - everyone benefits! 
Feeling baby moving a bit more now, can't wait to feel big kicks!
I'm absolutely soooo excited but I have to keep it to myself as no one in my fam wants to know in advance, they all want to wait until the birth and be surprised... 
............. There is still lots to update so am sure could change and show no pattern at all lol
