19 weeks 2 days

ITS A GIRL!!!!!!!!

Our anatomy scan was Monday, our moms came with us and they really enjoyed looking at the screen and trying to figure out what everything was. Her head was down in my pelvis so no good face/profile shots but having another ultrasound at my next appt the week of Thanksgiving. Once I have those I will post some pictures. Both of us thought it was a boy and I was calling him he so now I have to make sure I say "she". No names picked out, still looking. All the ones I did like are way too popular now. Also need to figure out color scheme for her room. I have an idea in my head but going to go and get a few things to show Neil so he can see what I am talking about. My only requirement is no pink walls, not our style.

Today is Neil's last day on the Work Force Managment team. He starts his new position back in claims on Monday. Other than that, nothing else is going on.

From the bump:

Baby's now the size of a mango!


Vernix caseosa, a greasy white substance made of lanugo, oil, and dead skin cells (yum) now coats baby's skin, shielding it from the amniotic fluid. (Picture yourself after a nine-month bath, and the need for protection makes sense.) You might get to see the vernix at birth, especially if baby is premature.

Those nasty leg cramps are probably making it tough to get comfortable. One way to ease the pain: Extend your leg and flex your ankle and toes toward your knees. Or enlist your partner for a calf (and back!) massage. Good news: Your now-bulging belly should get you a little more compassion from everyone around you.

17 weeks 6 days

Not much new to talk about this week. Feeling more movement everyday, waiting for it to be hard enough for Neil to feel. Next Monday we will hopefully (fingers crossed) be able to find out if we are having a boy or girl. Our moms are going with us and I am meeting with the midwife after the ultrasound so Neil will finally be able to meet her. Went through my winter clothes trying to find some things that I will still be able to wear for a month or two. Have 6-10 that I think I can squeeze a few wearings out of before I get too big. We went walking/hiking at Black Hand Gorge this past Saturday and it was the perfect day to do it and it smelled great. Love the smell of fall leaves. Hopefully we will have 1-2 more nice weekends before it gets too cold and crappy out.

Neil is in Murfreesboro today and tomorrow for work. I was going to go with him as I have vacation time to kill before the end of the year but for 2 days the 250+ airfare was not worth it. Would like to visit the area since that is one place that he could end up in.

Your Baby: Week 17



Baby's skeleton is hardening, changing from rubbery cartilage to bone, and fat is finally accumulating around it. The umbilical cord is getting thicker and stronger, and those little fingers and toes are now topped by one-of-a-kind prints.

16 weeks 6 days

Decided to start using the due date that my midwife is using so that bumps things up 2 days, 3/23/2010. I know its not much now but it will be when I am ready to deliver. Things are the same as last week, now almost positive I am feeling the little one even though its still a little early. Its not digestion or gas. Sapphire ring is getting a little tight some days so may not be able to wear it too much longer, same goes for engagement ring. Wedding band is a size bigger so that should last longer.

From the bump:

 Watch what you say...tiny bones forming in baby's ears mean she can now pick up your voice. A few more minuscule changes: Eyebrows, lashes, and hair are starting to fill in, and taste buds are forming.

15 weeks 5 days

Nothing too new to talk about. Belly is growing, swear I have felt a few flutters but not 100% sure. We got a pack n play, high chair and changing table from a friend of a friend for $35. Still able to fit into most of my regular clothes but using the belly band most days. If I didn't have to sit all day I would probably be okay without it. Will merge over into all maternity here soon I expect. Took a belly shot for the March 2011 hump day bump day weekly post so here you go (don't mind the cat tail growing out of my back).

Your Baby: Week 15

Continuing the march towards normal proportions, baby's legs now outmeasure the arms. And, finally, all four limbs have functional joints. Your fetus is squirming and wiggling like crazy down in the womb, though you probably still can't feel the movements.