How far along: 18 weeks 0 days
Baby's size: Sweet Potatoes, 7 inches long weighing about 7 oz.
Baby's Development: The babies can hear lots of noises now including my stomach rumble and my heartbeat. That means they can also hear all of you! They are moving around and kicking away but it is still soft like butterflies. They are forming Vernix which is that white cheesy stuff that protects their skin from all that fluid they are soaking in. They also have tiny air sacs called alveoli begin to form in the lungs and the vocal chords are formed. Babies go through the motion of crying but without air don't make a sound yet.
Gender: It has been confirmed, (2) girls, Ali & Sadie and (1) boy, Ray.
Weight gain: 22lbs I am on track and gaining as appropriate.
Maternity clothes: I just ordered more shirts, I'm really not sure what I will be reduced to wearing in the final months of my pregnancy. I have a few shirts that are already "fitted" and will be too short soon.
Stretch marks: Nope
Belly button in or out: In, but flat!
Wedding ring on or off: On
Sleep: I don't know that I am sleepy as much as just exhausted. I just have to sit down and do nothing.
Symptoms: This week I have had more weight in my belly I guess so sitting is not always comfortable. I feel constricted unless I am sitting in a bit of a recline position. Lawn chairs are mostly out I say mostly because we have an awesome one at home that reclines and has a foot rest! The heartburn has also taken over full force!
Symptoms: This week I have had more weight in my belly I guess so sitting is not always comfortable. I feel constricted unless I am sitting in a bit of a recline position. Lawn chairs are mostly out I say mostly because we have an awesome one at home that reclines and has a foot rest! The heartburn has also taken over full force!
Food cravings: Nothing serious, I guess that means I am getting my vitamins in.
Food aversions: Smells really, if it smells funny I'm not eating it.
What I miss: Not sure I miss too much this week, I am still doing the normal things but in a slower gear. Kyle does have to help me off the couch at night to go to bed. It really sucks you in.
What I miss: Not sure I miss too much this week, I am still doing the normal things but in a slower gear. Kyle does have to help me off the couch at night to go to bed. It really sucks you in.
Movement: Still feeling random flutters or bumps. Nothing consistent enough that I could really concentrate on.
Mood: I'm doing pretty good I guess. I have a lot on my mind but I'm trying to just take it day by day.
Best moment this week: I had such a special mother's day. Friday my dear friends at work presented me with a mother's day card which made me cry. Sunday Kyle gave me little letter charms for my Origami Owl necklace, a little A, S & R. So cute! And then my sweet nieces and nephews gave me cards which again made me cry. Such little things that the Russell family does for the ladies of their family but I wasn't sure I would ever get one so it is just extra special.
Best moment this week: I had such a special mother's day. Friday my dear friends at work presented me with a mother's day card which made me cry. Sunday Kyle gave me little letter charms for my Origami Owl necklace, a little A, S & R. So cute! And then my sweet nieces and nephews gave me cards which again made me cry. Such little things that the Russell family does for the ladies of their family but I wasn't sure I would ever get one so it is just extra special.
Looking forward to: We are making progress on the nursery rooms. Kyle tore down all the beds and moved the dressers on Saturday. Daryl is coming over after work today to move the mattresses and box springs. Once that is complete we are doing a good vacuum and cleaning. Lastly we will be putting together our new cribs :) That is exciting! Next Dr. Appointment is Monday!
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