17 Weeks Today

How far along: 17 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: As of Saturday up 4.4 lbs.

Sleep: I love sleep!!! I wish I could get more.

Best moment this week: Seeing that I now have a very little bump...sort of at least

Movement: I am pretty positive I am feeling flutters, not all the time, I am not sure I am even feeling it everyday, but I have def. felt a few.

Food cravings: brownie mix!

Food aversions: Nothing in particular, but I am feeling picky.

Gender: We find out 2 weeks from today

Labor Signs: None

Belly Button in or out? Innie, but there is now a darker circle around it...like a birthmark. I am not sure what that is.

What I miss: sleeping through the night without getting up at night to pee.

What I am looking forward to: My parents are coming to visit on Friday for the weekend. I get to start the babies registery this weekend...yeah!!!!!

Weekly Wisdom: At least I have an excuse for forgetting everything!

Milestones: I made it to 17 weeks!


How your baby's growing:
Your baby's skeleton is changing from soft cartilage to bone, and the umbilical cord — her lifeline to the placenta — is growing stronger and thicker. Your baby weighs 5 ounces now (about as much as a turnip), and she's around 5 inches long from head to bottom. She can move her joints, and her sweat glands are starting to develop.

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:
Starting to feel a bit off balance? As your belly grows, your center of gravity changes, so you may begin to occasionally feel a little unsteady on your feet. Try to avoid situations with a high risk of falling. Wear low-heeled shoes to reduce your risk of taking a tumble; trauma to your abdomen could be dangerous for you and your baby. You'll also want to be sure to buckle up when you're in a car — keep the lap portion of the seat belt under your belly, drawn snugly across your hips, and also use the shoulder harness, which should fit snugly between your breasts.

You may also notice your eyes becoming drier. Using over-the-counter lubricating drops may help. If your contact lenses become uncomfortable, try wearing them for shorter stretches of time. If you still have discomfort, switch to glasses until after you give birth.