How far along? 26 weeks
Total weight gain: 2 Pounds.
Size of baby: Iceberg Lettuce (According to the Bump)
Milestones (What BabyCenter says:):
The network of nerves in your baby's ears is better developed and more sensitive than before. He may now be able to hear both your voice and your partner's as you chat with each other. He's inhaling and exhaling small amounts of amniotic fluid, which is essential for the development of his lungs. These so-called breathing movements are also good practice for when he's born and takes that first gulp of air. And he's continuing to put on baby fat. He now weighs about a pound and two-thirds and measures 14 inches (an English hothouse cucumber) from head to heel. If you're having a boy, his testicles are beginning to descend into his scrotum — a trip that will take about two to three days.
I also like the BUMP this week: - your baby at 26 weeks:
- Her eyes are forming, and his eyes will soon start to open.
- And her eyelashes are now grown, too.
- She's getting her immune system ready for life on the outside by soaking up your antibodies.
- She's taking breaths, too. They're of amniotic fluid, not air, but it's still good practice
Maternity clothes? I definitely unbutton the pants and deal with the short sweaters. I brought the "spring" maternity clothes from storage from my first pregnancy out, but it hasn't been warm enough to wear it!
Food cravings or aversions: Sweets, sweets and more sweets. I caved this week too, big time. I had candy all around me because of Easter baskets and I would just have one, then two, then three...oh what the hell, let’s have a whole bunch. I have been a bit out of control. I did do the treadmill a couple of times, but nothing to consistent. Still no aversions...
Sleep: Same - continue to sleep in the upright position with lots of pillows. I do find myself taking a lot of time to fall asleep (up with worry, see below). Plus I was sick this week with a cold, so my nose was blocked and I had a sore throat and I was coughing a lot. UGH! I did end up taking a little pill to help me fall asleep (approved by the doctor). I also took some Tylenol because my throat was hurting and my head and sinuses. I did snore a lot (Daddy even slept down stairs on Thursday night 4/5).
Symptoms: The tiredness seems less this week. I feel huge, and I feel like my belly really grew a lot. I feel a lot bigger now than I did at this time with Anderson (but maybe that is just in my head). I also worry how I am going to be in the last month or so.
Medications: I am currently taking 100 units of NPH at night time to help with the fasting numbers (with the goal of having less than 90 for fasting and less than 120 two hours after meals). Again the numbers are ok, but most are over 100 for my fasting numbers (candy maybe?). After my appointment on Tuesday (4/3/12) I had to bump up my insulin a lttle bit, but he said that I continue to be doing good. The doctor said to watch for some swelling in the legs. He wants to see me in One month (which I thought was far out, I thought two weeks). I continue with BP medication twice a day (no change).
We did have an ultra sound on Tuesday (4/3/12) and the doctor said the baby was perfect and they found no issues! Best news! Thank you God. They want to see me in one month! Wow. I thought two weeks! I was going to bring Anderson and Daddy, but the appointment was early and they slept in. I have to say it was nice to just focus on the baby! Baby and me time! I loved it. The baby kicked a lot and moved a lot and had his hands on his face (peek a boo) and he looked like a soccer player (he moved his legs a lot). I asked how the baby was placed in the belly, and she outlined the head at the top of my belly (way up top) with the spine on my right side and his/her arms and legs on my left side. I'm amazed. The baby is weighing 2 pounds and is in the 60th percentile.
Gender: No change. The envelope is still tempting me. I ignored it this week as best I could. I have been leaning toward girl. At the store I had so many cute girl things in my line of vision, but I left everything behind!
What I'm looking forward to the most: Holding my baby and knowing all is ok with him/her and starting our new adventure this summer as a family of four.
Worries: I continue to waste so much time worrying and it gets me nowhere. I think of what I need to get done before the baby comes, how my life is going to change, will I be a good mom, do I think I am a good mom, what will my legacy be? How will my kids remember me? Will my kids be friends, what if they are not? What about bully’s? How can I protect my children? Will they be productive members of society? Do I think I am doing everything I can to make sure I am the best mom I can be? What changes should we make?? Could I reduce my hours? Should Alex change his job, what will happen when he does, will he like it, how will it affect our routine, our life, our kids, our marriage...? Did I pay this bill this month? I hate late fees. What are all these bills from doctors – I have to pay the deductible? Why am I always so disorganzied with our tax material? When can I find time (ALONE) to gather our tax stuff so we can get them done? I took a day off from work (sick - and I was sick) and looked at our paperwork. Which gets me thinking about other stuff...Am I saving enough for Retirement? For College? Should we refinance? Should we move? I spiral out of control and my brain can't stop (and therefore I reach for the candy).
What is different this time around: Feeling huge earlier than with Anderson. I also feel this baby kick so much more than with Anderson. With Anderson I felt more pain in my lower groin region, but this pregnancy hurts my stomach more. The baby likes to strech (apparently) and tightens my belly really hard.
Miss Anything? Nothing.
Movement: Lots and lots. Alex felt movement!! My mom (Vovo) felt movment (4/7/12).
Labor Signs: None.
Best moment of the week: Bonding with my baby during the ultrasound!
Big Brother moment of the week: I held another baby at a birthday party this week and Anderson freaked again. Bummer. We went shopping and I saw some newborn clothes and I asked Anderson if we should buy it for baby and he said YES! Yeah! (Not sure he new what I was talking about but I asked him again a little while later and he said no, so he must have not liked the clothes).
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