Sixteen Weeks

Wednesday, 26 June 2013

How far along: 16 weeks

How big baby is: 4-5 inches, 3-5 ounces

Baby is the size of: an avocado

Baby's development: Ariana’s body fat is now forming, she is now able to hear some sounds, her eyes are making movements and perceiving light, even though her eyelids are still shut, and her fingerprints are forming.

Mommy’s weight gain: 1 pound this week, 5 pounds total

Mommy’s belly: My belly is so very round! I love it!

Baby’s movements: I am feeling a lot more movement now. I notice it several times a day.

Symptoms: I think I may be having occasional Braxton Hicks contractions. I still tire easily, although I think I’m getting better in that area. I am having some headaches, but I’m not sure if that is due to missing caffeine or being pregnant.

Food cravings: I have still been enjoying a lot of raspberry lemonade.

Emotions: I’m very happy and grateful!

Sleep: I went to Dallas this week with my mom, so naps weren’t possible. But I am sleeping around eight hours at night. I wake up frequently though, which is frustrating. And I still have to get up to use the bathroom 2-3 times each night.

Anything unusual: I have noticed weird movements inside my belly that I do not think are Ariana’s movements. They are higher in my belly and I think they are coming from something above my uterus. I’m not sure what they are, but they feel so weird and kind of freak me out. I suppose they could just be from her kicking the top of my uterus, but I’m not sure. It doesn’t worry me - it’s just strange.

What I am looking forward to: Our “gender reveal” party is this Friday - in two days. I’m super excited to find out what Jessica is having and to tell our family that we are having a little girl! It should be really fun. I can’t believe I was able to spend three entire days with my mom and not accidentally reveal the gender during that time! I’m tired of keeping this secret!