Baby: Our baby boy is the size of a mango this week. He is measuring about 6 inches long and weighing in at about 8.5 ounces. His five senses are developing in his brain now too. He is also developing a slick, creamy coat called vernix caseosa to help protect him from heat and water loss in my uterus. So he is not cold inside, he is nice & toasty. Also his soft cartilage is hardening into bone, starting with his legs. I'm anxious to feel those powerful kicks.
This week I felt my first flutter. It was such an amazing feeling. I was laying in bed early one morning about to get up when I felt bubbles moving upwards in my stomach. It almost felt like a little fish was in my belly. I've felt a few more flutters here and there throughout the week, patiently waiting for the big kicks to come.
Symptoms: Shortness of breath. After eating and especially sitting down I find myself taking deep breaths. It's a little bit uncomfortable and it's only going to get worse I'm sure, just got to get use to it. I've also had heartburn at bedtime the past three nights in a row. It makes it hard to fall asleep for awhile.
I've been reading that this is the time that hip pain, swelling in hands & feet, leg cramps and aches & pains in your abdomen start. So far I haven't experienced any of these symptoms but now I know they are coming.
Weight: When I weighed myself this week, it was exactly the same as last week. I was a little surprised but not worried.
Sleep: I've started to not eat so late so that I am not so full when its time for bed. This has also helped with the shortness of breath and heartburn when I lay down at night.
Cravings: Still Chick-Fil-A! I'm still obsessed with the breaded chicken salad but I also like to change it up and order the #1 meal (original chicken sandwich & waffle fries). Ahhh, SO good!
Clothes: I'm secretly mad at myself for not getting maternity jeans sooner. I can't even describe how much more comfortable I am. They really do make a big difference. I thought that sizing would be hard to determine but they make it really simple, you just order your pre-pregnancy size. The Jessica Simpson ones have been my favorite so far.
Thoughts: I truly am so happy that we found out our baby's gender. I feel so much more connected to him. I'm looking forward to really bonding with him for the next half of my pregnancy. I love calling him by his name and singing & talking to him. I'm counting down the days until we get to see him again on an ultrasound. It definitely feels so real now!
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