Size of baby: According to babycenter.com the baby is about the size of four navel oranges (really? That's such a lame comparison, they couldn't think of anything better than that?)
This week, your baby measures over 16 inches long. He weighs about 3.3 pounds and is heading into a growth spurt (Good Lord, like I'm not big enough already). He can turn his head from side to side, and his arms, legs, and body are beginning to plump out as needed fat accumulates underneath his skin. He's probably moving a lot, too, so you may have trouble sleeping because your baby's kicks and somersaults keep you up. Take comfort: All this moving is a sign that your baby is active and healthy
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +25 pounds approximately. this is a lot higher than i wanted to be at this point but what can you do now.
Maternity Clothes: all of the time. i bought a few more things last week that i hope will get me thru until the end.
Gender: Baby Boy! Xander Cruz
Movement: He has been so active this week that it is crazy. the other night i laid my cell phone on my belly and watched it bounce around for like 20 mins straight.
What I miss: Bending over has become the biggest challenge whether it is to shave my legs or just putting my shoes on.
Sleep: ok i guess i get up at least 4 times to pee in the middle of the night and occasionally still take naps after work.
Symptoms: Backaches, tightness in the belly both skin and muscle and serious bloody gums.
Cravings: i have gotten back on a fruit kick this week which sucks because with it being winter time i don't have a ton of options besides apples and bananas.
Best Moment this week: Finally making a decision on a pediatrician and i really like her a lot. that is a weight off my shoulders.
What I am looking forward to: One Saturday we are retaking our maternity photos since i wasn't all that impressed with the first batch. Fingers crossed that they come out well.
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