This week the baby is as big as a
(S)he's about 15.2 to 16.7 inches long and
weighs about 2.5 to 3.8 pounds this month. (S)he's getting so big, (s)he is crowding my lungs. All five of baby’s senses are now fully developed! He also keeps getting
smarter. Though I am getting more absent minded and forgetful. Hello “pregnancy brain”. From 31 weeks on, the
symptoms should be about the same -- some may get worse, some may become bearable.
Total weight gain/loss: a ton...
Stretch marks: I'm so big now I don't really notice.
Sleep: Sleeping a lot and still very tired. But I also wake up a lot at night.
Best moment this week: Realizing I only have 9 weeks left. Single Digits!!!
Movement: lots of movement
Food cravings: Chinese food.
Symptoms: lower back pain especially when I try to sleep. Needing to go to the bathroom a lot. Fatigue.
Gender: boy. I guess?
Labor Signs: no thankfully.
What I miss: Not having to worry about what I am eating and exercising.
What I am looking forward to: Holding my baby.
Weekly Wisdom: One day at a time.
Milestones: Single digits! Only 9 weeks until the due date!
Feelings: Excited to be so close!
