The 20 week update: This week, Baby Girl B is supposed to weigh around 10.5 ounces (ultrasound tech said she's 11 oz.) and she is supposed to measure around 6.5 inches from crown to rump. After 20 weeks they start measuring from head to heel, and if we went by that measurement she should be around 10 inches in length. Baby B's size is compared to that of a banana. Most interesting development this week: Baby B is starting to produce meconium... a black, sticky by-product of digestion. This gooey substance builds up in the bowels and can sometimes be seen in the first soiled diaper. YUCKY!!!
Had my doc appointment today. The technician took my first belly measurement... 20 something from pubic bone to top of uterus (near belly button at this point). Something was said about baby being in the 64th percentile with her size. All body parts seem to have measured as normal. According to the ultrasound report, everything looks great and we are on track! Oh, and I've gained around 11.5 pounds so far! What a beautiful pregnancy!
First leg cramp in the middle of the night a couple of nights ago. Doc said uterus could be slowing down circulation; taking calcium before bed could help with the cramping. Also, I have started to get a little bit of back pain. But my wonderful husband massages me and all is well within 10 to 15 minutes. Oh, and this is fun... I've got those great little veins showing through my skin now. Doc just says it's another badge of pregnancy. I do get a little bit of heartburn. I've noticed it comes with eating stuff with tomatoes or dairy before bed. All in all, I feel totally blessed. These are just little badges I proudly wear. I'm just thankful I never had any morning sickness!
Matt and I went for a walk this afternoon. Started to rain on us, so we quickly made a B-line for the house. Nothing like a little water from the sky to motivate you to move a little faster. Pot roast for dinner and Bible study later tonight. What a great day!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
New Ultrasound Photos
We had our ultrasound last Wednesday. Baby B is 19 weeks and 2 days in these pics. Breathtaking! Absolutely breathtaking!
Monday, April 26, 2010
The Belly
Finally! Here are the Belly Pics I have been promising...
March 7, 2010 (12 Weeks, 6 Days)
March 26, 2010 (15 Weeks, 4 Days)
April 3, 2010 (16 Weeks, 5 Days)
April 26, 2010 ( 20 Weeks)
March 7, 2010 (12 Weeks, 6 Days)
March 26, 2010 (15 Weeks, 4 Days)
April 3, 2010 (16 Weeks, 5 Days)
April 26, 2010 ( 20 Weeks)
What A Feeling!
Matt felt our baby move for the very first time last night! His excitement was absolutely adorable! 20 weeks... halfway there!
Friday, April 23, 2010
Homegrown Tomatoes
"Homegrown tomatoes, homegrown tomatoes
What would life be without homegrown tomatoes?
Only two things that money can't buy...
That's true love and homegrown tomatoes."
Matt joined me on Wednesday for my 19 week ultrasound appointment and we learned that our little homegrown tomato is going to be... yes, we are having... A BABY GIRL!!! We are both truly blessed and so very excited!
At 19 weeks, Baby Girl Bailey is supposed to be around 6 inches long and should weigh around 8.5 ounces according to BabyCenter.com. During our ultrasound appointment the technician seemed to think our baby girl weighed around 11 ounces. I don't recall him telling us how long she is from crown to rump, but it looks like she has long legs in the ultrasound photo. It's a good thing I have a long torso... more room for our baby girl to stretch! Her heartbeat was around 140; she was sleeping. BabyCenter also says she is supposed to be the size of a large heirloom tomato.
This week, Baby Girl B's sensory development is supposed to take off. Her brain is working on designating areas for sight, smell, hearing, taste and touch. Kidneys continue to produce urine and the hair on top of her head is growing. Wonder if she'll be a baldy or come out with a full head of hair? Or maybe she'll be somewhere in between with hair growth. I also wonder if she will have Matt's black hair or my light brown hair? His blue eyes, my brown eyes? I pray she doesn't get his massive jaw line or his uni-brow! The eyebrows we can work with. Those can be shaped. But we can't do anything about the jaw line. I just hope some of my more feminine features will smooth out and soften Matt's very masculine/dominant features. Most interesting development this week: the vernix caseosa, a waxy protective coating, is forming on her skin to keep her from pickling in the amniotic fluid. Don't want a little raisin popping out, all wrinkly and all.
In other news, Matt and I have decided it would be best for our family if I stop working full-time so that I can stay home and raise our little one after she is born. We are very excited to be moving from California back to North Carolina this summer!
This week has been a very big week for us. We have very wonderful news to share about our baby girl! I am enjoying Friday off from work. Have errands to run, so I'm gonna take off for now. Later today I will post new ultrasound pictures and those belly shots I've been promising for months. Stay tuned...
What would life be without homegrown tomatoes?
Only two things that money can't buy...
That's true love and homegrown tomatoes."
Matt joined me on Wednesday for my 19 week ultrasound appointment and we learned that our little homegrown tomato is going to be... yes, we are having... A BABY GIRL!!! We are both truly blessed and so very excited!
At 19 weeks, Baby Girl Bailey is supposed to be around 6 inches long and should weigh around 8.5 ounces according to BabyCenter.com. During our ultrasound appointment the technician seemed to think our baby girl weighed around 11 ounces. I don't recall him telling us how long she is from crown to rump, but it looks like she has long legs in the ultrasound photo. It's a good thing I have a long torso... more room for our baby girl to stretch! Her heartbeat was around 140; she was sleeping. BabyCenter also says she is supposed to be the size of a large heirloom tomato.
This week, Baby Girl B's sensory development is supposed to take off. Her brain is working on designating areas for sight, smell, hearing, taste and touch. Kidneys continue to produce urine and the hair on top of her head is growing. Wonder if she'll be a baldy or come out with a full head of hair? Or maybe she'll be somewhere in between with hair growth. I also wonder if she will have Matt's black hair or my light brown hair? His blue eyes, my brown eyes? I pray she doesn't get his massive jaw line or his uni-brow! The eyebrows we can work with. Those can be shaped. But we can't do anything about the jaw line. I just hope some of my more feminine features will smooth out and soften Matt's very masculine/dominant features. Most interesting development this week: the vernix caseosa, a waxy protective coating, is forming on her skin to keep her from pickling in the amniotic fluid. Don't want a little raisin popping out, all wrinkly and all.
In other news, Matt and I have decided it would be best for our family if I stop working full-time so that I can stay home and raise our little one after she is born. We are very excited to be moving from California back to North Carolina this summer!
This week has been a very big week for us. We have very wonderful news to share about our baby girl! I am enjoying Friday off from work. Have errands to run, so I'm gonna take off for now. Later today I will post new ultrasound pictures and those belly shots I've been promising for months. Stay tuned...
Monday, April 12, 2010
18 Weeks And Growing...
I am now in the 18th week of my pregnancy. Baby B now measures approximately 5.5 inches long and weighs around 7 ounces. The coolest development this week: Myelin sheath around nerves starts to form. We are all about that special, protective coating here! And it will continue to develop up to a year after Baby B is born.
I'm starting to hear that now is the time I'm supposed to start sleeping on my side because my uterus could compress a major vein which could cause decreased return of blood flow to my heart. That's no bueno, so, side it is. Every once in a while I like to sleep on my back... but back no more. I've already had to give up my favorite... sleeping on my tummy. It's a sacrifice I'm totally willing to make though... totally worth it!
Keep your eyes peeled for my next ultrasound! Coming this way next week! This particular ultrasound is of most interest. I'm hoping we'll find out if we are having a boy or girl. Hopefully Baby B will not be shy next week!
Baking an apple pie and it smells delicious! Can't wait to eat it!
Yep, that pretty much covers it. Hope everyone has had a wonderful day!
I'm starting to hear that now is the time I'm supposed to start sleeping on my side because my uterus could compress a major vein which could cause decreased return of blood flow to my heart. That's no bueno, so, side it is. Every once in a while I like to sleep on my back... but back no more. I've already had to give up my favorite... sleeping on my tummy. It's a sacrifice I'm totally willing to make though... totally worth it!
Keep your eyes peeled for my next ultrasound! Coming this way next week! This particular ultrasound is of most interest. I'm hoping we'll find out if we are having a boy or girl. Hopefully Baby B will not be shy next week!
Baking an apple pie and it smells delicious! Can't wait to eat it!
Yep, that pretty much covers it. Hope everyone has had a wonderful day!
Monday, April 5, 2010
17 Weeks
17 Week Update:
Baby B is now approx. 5 inches long and weighs about 5 ounces. Baby's skeleton is changing from soft cartilage to bone. Also, sweat glands are developing and joints are moving. Baby is no longer compared to an avocado, but is now compared to a turnip.
In 2 weeks we will have an ultrasound appointment to see if this little one will be a boy or girl. I can't believe we are almost halfway through the pregnancy... that 20 week milestone is right around the corner!
Baby B is now approx. 5 inches long and weighs about 5 ounces. Baby's skeleton is changing from soft cartilage to bone. Also, sweat glands are developing and joints are moving. Baby is no longer compared to an avocado, but is now compared to a turnip.
In 2 weeks we will have an ultrasound appointment to see if this little one will be a boy or girl. I can't believe we are almost halfway through the pregnancy... that 20 week milestone is right around the corner!
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