24 Week Update

I have lots of things to update on including the Nashville trip, getting Caleb's furniture together, getting in his bedding, and this weekend, but unfortunately my computer will not recognize my camera's memory card and I haven't had time to look into it. Maybe tonight! So here are the pregnancy highlights for the week. I know I haven't done it since 20 weeks, but I've decided I'll do it after I go to my doctor's appointment, so every four weeks for now.


PREGNANCY HIGHLIGHTS

How Far Along: 24 Weeks

Size of Baby: Your baby isn't just sitting around (on your bladder) doing nothing, he's working hard preparing for life outside the womb—perfecting his lungs and packing on the pounds. He'll gain ½ pound this week alone. Things are starting to get a little crowded inside the old womb as baby grows bigger and bigger. Your ribs are probably pining away for the good old days when they didn't have a foot permanently lodged between them. Hate to break it to you, but it's going to get worse before it gets better. Your baby's ears are fully functional now. And since they are, you may notice that loud noises and sudden movements can startle the little bugger. He's getting used to the everyday sounds inside the womb: the sound of your heart beating, your lungs inhaling and exhaling air, the growling of your stomach because your partner promised he'd be right back with that double cheeseburger and he's taking forever! He'll even be able to hear your voice when your partner finally arrives and you ask him where the bleep he's been! So talk nice! Baby's got a fully developed inner ear now. This means his sense of balance is working and he can tell whether he's hanging upside down or right side up. He can also feel you moving, so go ahead, pop in your favorite tunes and boogie. He is about the length of a foot-long Chicago hot dog and weighs about 1 1/3 pounds. (parentsconnect.com)

Total Weight Gain/Loss: 7 pounds

Maternity Clothes: Into all of the maternity clothes and am starting to "fill them out"

Gender: It's a boy!!  Caleb Joseph Giesen

Movement: Tons of movement can be felt now. Joey has felt him a couple times and my mom felt him once as well. The newest development is that I can see my stomach jump when he kicks, which I find fascinating.

Sleep: Not too bad so far. I miss sleeping on my stomach, but have gotten pretty comfortable with sleeping on my sides.

What I Miss: Sleeping on my stomach and a draft beer on a hot afternoon.

Cravings: None really, just an adversion to grilled chicken.

Symptoms: The gag reflex hasn't appeared in a couple weeks, so recently the symptoms have been just tiredness and a little shortness of breath.

Best Moment this Week: Being able to see my stomach as Caleb moves, spending Easter with my family, a wonderful church service, and getting to spend time with Noah at this age, which I love.