Fifteen Weeks

Wednesday, 19 June 2013

How far along: 15 weeks

How big baby is: 4.5 inches, 2-3 ounces

Baby is the size of: an apple

Baby's development: Tiny bones are developing in the ears, backbone is strengthening, baby has eyelashes and eyebrows.

Mommy’s weight gain: 1 pound this week, 4 pounds total

Mommy’s belly: still getting rounder

Baby’s movements: I have felt a lot more movement this week. Two days ago, in particular, the baby seemed very active. I could feel lots of what felt like tapping, almost like she was saying, “Hello! I’m in here!” It’s very reassuring to feel her moving.

Symptoms: Most symptoms have evened out. I tried taking the Zofran with my Folgard, but it didn’t help the nausea, so I quit taking both and feel much better. Zofran is mostly folic acid, but I get plenty of that in my prenatal vitamin, so I’m not worried about leaving the Folgard out of my daily routine. It has made such a difference! However, I do still feel so tired all the time. By tired, I mean physically fatigued and also sleepy. I had hoped that would have faded by now, but as long as I’m not nauseated, I can’t complain!  ---  Also, I am pretty sure that I have already started having some Braxton Hicks contractions, typically if I have been sitting still for a long time.

Food cravings: This week my main craving has been for raspberry lemonade. I can’t get enough!

Emotions: I am feeling calm and happy this week concerning the pregnancy.

Sleep: I have been taking short half-hour naps most days and usually sleep around 8 hours at night. I have to get up twice each night to use the bathroom, which is annoying.

Anything unusual: My doctor had me do a blood test last week to check my thyroid and I found out yesterday that my levels are normal and healthy. That was good news. He had not noticed any indication otherwise, but said with patients who have a history like mine, he likes to check and make sure things are good.

What I am looking forward to: I’m still looking forward to the gender reveal! I want to tell people who is inside me! Right now, both grandmothers think I’m having a boy. Won’t they be shocked! I am going on a trip with my mom next week and I really hope I can make it through three days with her without accidentally revealing the gender. I want it to be a surprise for everyone a week from Friday!