24 weeks
Now that I am over halfway done with my pregnancy, let's take a look at some of the stats:
How Far Along: 24 weeks
Size of Baby: Approximately 12.5 inches long and 1.25 pounds
Total Weight Gain/Loss: At 20 weeks, I had gained only 5 but then at 22 weeks, I had gained a total of 8. Today, at 24 weeks and 3 days, my total is up to 12 pounds. YIKES!
Maternity Clothes: Yes! I started to wear maternity pants around 15-16 weeks. I can still wear regular shirts but prefer maternity tops because they are longer. My favorite outfit that I wear (almost every day) is a dress, maternity leggings, and boots.
Movement: Oh yes! I started to feel real movement (not just flutters) around 17-18 weeks. Mike felt the baby move around 22 weeks.
Symptoms: Oh boy...I have had a lot through this whole shabang. But currently, the only symptom I have is a big, old belly and sore back, neck, and shoulders. Mike has to give me lots of backrubs.
What I Miss: I'm not going to lie...I miss wine. I also miss being less worried about everything. This high-risk pregnancy experience has been a rollercoaster that is very exhausting, stressful, and emotional. I miss being carefree!
Girl or Boy: BOY!
Belly button In or Out: Still an innie! It is definitely getting more shallow each day, though.
Stretch Marks: Not yet! Hoping to dodge this one!
Cravings: Orange juice has been my one and only craving of this pregnancy. I think I am going to have to start cutting back though if I am gaining too much weight.
Best Moment This Week: I had a good ultrasound today and met my new high-risk doctor. I love being in the care of a specialist. Today was a really great day!
Wow, orange juice seems like such a healthy craving! :) Glad you had such a great day!
This is a fun way to check in. Glad things are going well! =-)
Glad your appt. w/ the high risk dr. went well!!!!
So glad you are back and so HAPPY for you guys!!! And you are NOT gaining too much weight! :)
So glad your appointment with the specialist went well!!!