21 weeks!

"Baby gulps down several ounces of amniotic fluid every day, both for hydration and nutrition and to practice swallowing and digesting. And, these days, those taste buds actually work! Studies show that after birth, babies are most interested in tastes they've already experienced through amniotic fluid. Meaning, think about what you want your future child to eat as you prepare your own lunch."

How far along?

21 weeks

Baby’s Size:

A banana. This is the first week that baby is measured from head to foot, not head to rump. He is now 10.5" long and over half a pound.

Total Weight Gain?

I have not gained too much based on my pre-pregnancy weight, but I do not know how much I lost in the beginning.

Maternity Clothes?

Yep...all maternity pants! I do still wear empire waisted sundresses, which is my normal uniform as a stay at home wife!

Gender?

BOY! Little man was not shy!

Movement?

I think I might have felt the first little kick last night, but I am not sure. I unfortunately have a very active digestive system!

Sleep?

I actually have been sleeping better this week! I know I need to cherish this time because I am very sure it will be gone before I know it.

Symptoms?

I really have not had any terrible symptoms this week excpet for a little nausea here and there. I am beginning to get heartburn pretty frequently...will he have lots of hair????HMMM

Best Moments this week?

Getting the little man's room started! It is feeling like a nursery and I am beginning to feel like this is real!

Food Aversions?

Peanut butter no longer does the trick, it has reversed its effects

Food Cravings?

I want mexican food and chocolate!

What I miss?

I feel like something is squishing my lungs, so miss being able to breathe efficiently!

What I am Looking forward to?

My appointment next Wednesday and getting to see the little man!

Milestones?

One more week down! Only seventeen to go!