It was now close to the end of Kagome's first trimester and they were going back to determine when the due date for the baby. By this time Kagome had a little baby bump that completely fascinated Tony. He would measure it daily to see if there was any growth. And he loved to touch it, with Kagome's permission, of course.
Finally, the day of the appointment arrived. Tony drove Kagome himself to Dr. Williams' office and parked in the back like last time. He knocked on the back door and the nurse opened the door.
"Good evening Mr. Stark, Miss Higurashi."
"Good evening."
"We're all set for you, come on in and I'll take you to the room."
Tony stepped aside and let Kagome go first. They were led into a room where the ultrasound machine was. Kagome goes and lies down on the examining table. The nurse asks her to lower her pants exposing her baby bump then tucks a towel into her pants. She covers Kagome with a sheet since the room is a little cold.
Dr. Williams comes into the room and greets them, "Hello, Kagome, Tony how are you?"
"We're good, thank you," Kagome answers.
"Ready for your first ultrasound?"
"Yes, Doctor."
"Okay then let's get started."
Dr. Williams took the gel out of the warmer and poured some on Kagome's belly he then placed the transducer on her belly and applied a little pressure almost immediately they could see the fetus. The doctor measures the fetus and determined that it was 3 inches long, he took more measurements He confirmed the presence of a heartbeat and measured the heart rate. The heart rate of the baby is much quicker than adults he then listened to the heartbeat. He turned up the volume so Kagome and Tony could hear the heartbeat.
When Doctor Williams looked away from the screen, he noticed that Tony was standing a little off to the side and couldn't see a whole lot. Doctor Williams smiles and motioned Tony over. He turned the screen slightly so they could both see.
"It's okay, Tony, you don't have to stand so far away," Dr. Williams told him.
Tony moved closer to get a better look on the monitor. Dr. Williams started to point out things to Tony and Kagome.
"See at this point the nerves and muscles begin to work together. Your baby can make a fist. The eyelids close to protect the developing eyes. They will not open again until the 28th week."
Tony could clearly make out the ear, the fingers, and toes, the eyelids and nose, and see the beating of the heart. His eyes started to water at the sight.
'That's my baby,' He thought.
It hadn't been real to him until that moment, sure he watched Kagome get a baby bump but now he could see exactly what was inside that bump. He was overwhelmed with so much joy.
After showing Tony and Kagome the fetus, Dr. Williams started to Assess the location of the pregnancy. To makes sure the pregnancy was developing normally in the uterus, within the endometrium. He looked at the gestation sac the size and appearance of this sac will be assessed. He let them know that they were only having one baby, then he checked Kagome's uterus and ovaries for any fibroid or ovarian cysts. When he was finished he wiped off Kagome's belly and told her she could raise her pants again.
"Everything is perfectly normal by the size of the fetus your due date will be around April 21st. Now if you have any problems be sure to contact us. Any cramping or bleeding can be serious you must call right away. Here is a refill on your prenatal vitamins and we'll see you back between 18 and 20 weeks for your next ultrasound. At that time we can determine the sex of the baby if you want to know."
Tony looked at Kagome, she smiled at him. "Yes, we'd like to know then, Doctor."
"Okay then, let's set up that appointment."
Tony and Kagome go to the receptionist and make the appointment for December 9th. After that Kagome and Tony left through the back door. Tony opened the door for Kagome and she got in. He went around to his side and got into the car.
"I have a surprise for you," Tony said.
"Tony, you don't have to get me things."
"This is a practical gift. I noticed that your clothes seem a little snug so I thought that maybe you'd like to go shopping for maternity clothes."
"Thank you, Tony, that's very considerate of you."
"Well, I'm a considerate guy, at least with you. I made an appointment so that you could shop after hours."
"Thank you, Tony."
Tony smiled down at her, "You're welcome, Kagome."
Tony drove them to Mom's the Word. A shop that was located on 7952 W. 3rd Street in Los Angeles. It was a high-class shop that specialized in clothes that were soft, comfy, cute, quality and versatility that are the key to great maternity clothes.
When they arrived the clerks were ready to help Kagome with her shopping.
Mr. Stark, Miss Higurashi, it's nice to meet you both."
"Thank you, it's nice to meet you as well. Now I want you to help Miss Higurashi get all her maternity clothes, of course, price is no object."
"Yes, sir."
The clerks followed Kagome around the store pointing out the latest fashions for expectant mothers. She ended up by a lot of dresses, nursing tops, jumpsuits, long sleeve soft tops, a few sweaters, soft pants, cargo joggers, and cashmere cardigans. It took Kagome nearly two hours to finish shopping and trying on everything. The whole time Tony had a big smile on his face enjoying watching Kagome shop and suggesting things to her.
When they were finished, Tony paid for everything and the clerks put everything in the car. Tony opened the door for Kagome and they drove off.
"So what do you want for dinner," Tony asked when they pulled up to a red light.
"Chicken Teriyaki, pickles, mozzarella cheese, and, a banana split," Kagome said.
Tony looked at her and laughed, "Okay then, Chicken Teriyaki and everything else you want coming up."
"It's not me, Tony, it's the baby."
Tony rolled his eyes, "Yeah, right."
They ended up going back to the mansion where Tony had JARVIS order everything that Kagome wanted. He sat in the kitchen and watched her stuff her face with Chicken Teriyaki and eating pickles, once she finished she got the cheese grater and grated the cheese over her banana split and took a big bite. Then she cut up some pickles and added it to the banana split. Tony wrinkled his nose as he watched her.
"Are you always going to eat like that?"
"Probably not, I'm sure I'll eat regular food too, why do you ask?"
"Because if I want to take you out I want to take you to someplace normal."
"And why would you want to take me out, Tony?"
"Because I'd like to take you out on a date and continue to get to know you."
"Really?"
"Yeah, you're the mother of my child, I think we should be friends don't you? And honestly, if we could be more it wouldn't be unwelcomed."
"What are you saying, Tony?"
Tony took a deep breath and let it out slowly, "I want to see if this will lead to something, not because you're pregnant but because I like you."
Kagome smiled and kissed Tony's cheek, "I like you too and I would love to see if this will lead anywhere. But if it doesn't we have to remain, friends, okay?"
"Okay."
