Fun Pictures

I am 16 weeks today and have taken some pictures since now I have a little bump and not just bloat. Today was also my first day in maternity clothes. The first picture is my little baby bump and the second is my first maternity outfit. The pictures are alittle small but it gives you the idea.

16 Weeks

How far along: 16 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: As of Saturday up 4.8 lbs.

Sleep: No problems sleeping.

Best moment this week: Going shopping with Margie for maternity clothes.

Movement: I think I felt a flutter. So maybe a little. I am not sure if it is that or just rumbles from being hungry.

Food cravings: life ceral!

Food aversions: Nothing much this week.

Gender: We will find out in 21 days.

Labor Signs: None

Belly Button in or out? Innie

What I miss: not being even more emotional than I normally am!

What I am looking forward to: My mom coming down so I can start my registery! Also finding out the sex...set up the appt. for 10/19/2009

Weekly Wisdom: Maternity pants are great :)

Milestones: I made it to 16 weeks!


How your baby's growing:
Get ready for a growth spurt. In the next few weeks, your baby will double his weight and add inches to his length. Right now, he's about the size of an avocado: 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. His legs are much more developed, his head is more erect than it has been, and his eyes have moved closer to the front of his head. His ears are close to their final position, too. The patterning of his scalp has begun, though his locks aren't recognizable yet. He's even started growing toenails. And there's a lot happening inside as well. For example, his heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, and this amount will continue to increase as your baby continues to develop.

15 Weeks

How far along: 15 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: As of Saturday up 3.4 pounds.

Sleep: I am sleeping well, but I am getting up 3 times a night to pee.

Best moment this week: Getting somehand-me-down maternity pants

Movement: Nothing yet, but hopefully soon.

Food cravings: back to apples

Food aversions: I made pulled pork on Saturday and went to take a bite and had to throw it out. YUCK! Even thinking about it now makes me want to throw up.

Gender: We will find out in 28 days.

Labor Signs: None

Belly Button in or out? Innie

What I miss: not having a slight backache all the time. The worst part, knowing it is only going to get worse.

What I am looking forward to: finding out the sex...set up the appt. for 10/19/2009

Weekly Wisdom: I can start to blame things on the hormones!

Milestones: I made it to 15 weeks!

How your baby's growing:
Your growing baby now measures about 4 inches long, crown to rump, and weighs in at about 2 1/2 ounces (about the size of an apple). She's busy moving amniotic fluid through her nose and upper respiratory tract, which helps the primitive air sacs in her lungs begin to develop. Her legs are growing longer than her arms now, and she can move all of her joints and limbs. Although her eyelids are still fused shut, she can sense light. If you shine a flashlight at your tummy, for instance, she's likely to move away from the beam. There's not much for your baby to taste at this point, but she is forming taste buds. Finally, if you have an ultrasound this week, you may be able to find out whether your baby's a boy or a girl! (Don't be too disappointed if it remains a mystery, though. Nailing down your baby's sex depends on the clarity of the picture and on your baby's position. He or she may be modestly curled up or turned in such a way as to "hide the goods.")

See what your baby looks like this week.

Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.

How your life's changing:
You've probably gained about 5 pounds by now (a little more or less is fine, too) and are well into the swing of your pregnancy, but you may still be surprised by an unexpected symptom now and then. If your nose is stuffed up, for instance, you can probably chalk it up to the combined effect of hormonal changes and increased blood flow to your mucous membranes. This condition is so common, there's even a name for it: "rhinitis of pregnancy." Some pregnant women also suffer nosebleeds as a result of increased blood volume and blood vessel expansion in the nose.

If you're having amniocentesis, it'll most likely happen between now and 18 weeks. This test can identify hundreds of genetic and chromosomal disorders. If you're getting very anxious while waiting for the results, it may help to know that most women who undergo amniocentesis get good news about their babies — bringing welcome relief from their worries.

Don't be surprised if you and your partner are feeling a little stressed out these days. Many pregnant couples worry about their baby's health and how they'll handle the changes ahead. But with physical discomforts on the wane and energy on the rise, this is also a wonderful trimester for most women.

I am doing pretty well this week. I am still in that "inbetween" stage. No one that doesn't know me would have a clue I was pregnant, they would just think I have a little extra tummy fat. I can tell a little, esp. at night. My voice hurts sometimes which is odd, but since I feel fine I am blaming it on my hormones and allergies. We went to see my cousin and his wife and their new baby boy Tyler last Friday and it was great!! It was so nice to see them! I loved getting stories and advice from them. It was also wonderful to see Mike and his reaction to Tyler. He did such a wonderful job and I can't wait to see him with our baby!! I am in high spirits and can't wait to see what the future days bring :)

14 Weeks (yesterday)

How far along: 14 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: As of Saturday up 2.2 pounds.

Sleep: I am tired enough that I am now sleeping pretty well. But I am starting to get up like 3 times a night to pee.

Best moment this week: 14 Week appt yesterday. It was the first time Mike heard the heartbeat in person. It was nice to see his face.

Movement: Nothing yet, but hopefully soon.

Food cravings: hamburgers....yum!

Food aversions: I noticed yesterdsay bananas taste funny.

Gender: We will find out in 33 days.

Labor Signs: None

Belly Button in or out? Innie

What I miss: sleeping more more than 2-3 hours without having to get up to pee!

What I am looking forward to: finding out the sex...set up the appt. for 10/19/2009

Weekly Wisdom: I am suppose to gain weight.

Milestones: I made it to 14 weeks!

How your baby's growing:
This week's big developments: Your baby can now squint, frown, grimace, pee, and possibly suck his thumb! Thanks to brain impulses, his facial muscles are getting a workout as his tiny features form one expression after another. His kidneys are producing urine, which he releases into the amniotic fluid around him — a process he'll keep up until birth. He can grasp, too, and if you're having an ultrasound now, you may even catch him sucking his thumb.

In other news: Your baby's stretching out. From head to bottom, he measures 3 1/2 inches — about the size of a lemon — and he weighs 1 1/2 ounces. His body's growing faster than his head, which now sits upon a more distinct neck. By the end of this week, his arms will have grown to a length that's in proportion to the rest of his body. (His legs still have some lengthening to do.) He's starting to develop an ultra-fine, downy covering of hair, called lanugo, all over his body. Your baby's liver starts making bile this week — a sign that it's doing its job right — and his spleen starts helping in the production of red blood cells. Though you can't feel his tiny punches and kicks yet, your little pugilist's hands and feet (which now measure about 1/2 inch long) are more flexible and active.

See what your baby looks like this week.

Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.


How your life's changing:
Welcome to your second trimester! Your energy is likely returning, your breasts may be feeling less tender, and your queasiness may have completely abated by now. If not, hang on — chances are good it will soon be behind you (although an unlucky few will still feel nauseated months from now).

The top of your uterus is a bit above your pubic bone, which may be enough to push your tummy out a tad. Starting to show can be quite a thrill, giving you and your partner visible evidence of the baby you've been waiting for. Take some time to plan, daydream, and enjoy this amazing time. It's normal to worry a bit now and then, but try to focus on taking care of yourself and your baby, and having faith that you're well equipped for what's ahead.

Saturday

I am feeling pretty good today. Trying to motivate myself to do my workout video. I do have my workout clothes on which is a step in the right direction.

I have been spending the last week researching cloth diapers and I think I have narrowed it down to 2 brands. I am either going with gDiapers or Gro Baby. There are positive and negatives to both but either way I think those are good choices for Mike and I.

I have my 14 week appt. on Monday which I am excited about because it will be the first time Mike will get to hear the heartbeat live. I can't wait to see the look on his face!

I stepped on the scale this morning and it is going up. I gained less that a pound in the last week which is good and I am up 2.2 pounds total. I was 133.4 this morning. According to the doctor I should gain about 10 pounds by 20 weeks so that means I have almost 8 I can still gain and only 6 weeks until 20 weeks. I hope I continue with the less than a pound a week for now.

I talked to my mom this morning about my parents upcoming visit and I am SO excited. I haven't seen my dad since I was 7 weeks and I will be 17 weeks when they come so he will get to see a baby bump. Plus I get to go shopping with my mom for baby stuff and maternity clothes. Only a few more weeks YEAH!!

I need new Pants!

It's offical, I am wearing a rubberband instead of buttoning my pants. They are just getting too tight around the tummy area. Yesterday I came home from work and told Mike (was kind of crying when I did it) and he was like "That's going to happen." I know this but it made me feel better complaining to him. I probably need to start wearing maternity pants but I was hoping to make it to 16 weeks before I did. Why 16 weeks you ask? God only knows, I have no idea why but I feel like 16 weeks is a good time to start....will I make it that far, time will tell!

13 weeks Today

How far along: 13 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: As of Saturday up 1.6 pounds.

Sleep: It seems to be getting better, but I am up at least 2 times a night to pee.

Best moment this week: We had the NT scan on Friday and the doctor said everything looked wonderful.

Movement: Nope

Food cravings: Apples, I eat one everyday!

Food aversions: Still not big on chicken...if I don't cook it I am better with it, but I would rather not eat it. The smell...ugh

Gender: Not sure, I had a dream the other night it was a boy, so we'll see in about 6 weeks.

Labor Signs: None

Belly Button in or out? Innie

What I miss: wearing my pants without a rubber band.

What I am looking forward to: 14 week appt. next Monday

Weekly Wisdom: Remember it is the hormones!

Milestones: I made it to 13 weeks! Our baby is now in its teens!

How your baby's growing:
Fingerprints have formed on your baby's tiny fingertips, her veins and organs are clearly visible through her still-thin skin, and her body is starting to catch up with her head — which makes up just a third of her body size now. If you're having a girl, she now has more than 2 million eggs in her ovaries. Your baby is almost 3 inches long (the size of a medium shrimp) and weighs nearly an ounce.

See what your baby looks like this week.

Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.

How your life's changing:
This is the last week of your first trimester, and your risk of miscarriage is now much lower than earlier in pregnancy. Next week marks the beginning of your second trimester, a time of relative comfort for many women who see early pregnancy symptoms such as morning sickness and fatigue subside. More good news: Many couples also notice a distinct libido lift around this time. Birth is still months away, but your breasts may have already started making colostrum, the nutrient-rich fluid that feeds your baby for the first few days after birth, before your milk starts to flow.

NT Scan and Weight

First the boring part, today was the first offical real weight gain. I am 132.8 pounds. So I have gained 1.6 pounds since I got pregnant. Since I will be 13 weeks on Monday I think I am doing just fine.

Now the good part. Here are some pictures from the NT scan. The doctor said everything looked great. The neck measurements all looked great and the heartbeat was 158. I should get the blood results should be in by the time Mike and I go to the 14 week appt. on 9/14 but she said we didn't have anything to be concerned about.