How Far Along?: 24 weeks! We've officially hit the age of viability! SO exciting!
Weight Gain: The last I checked I gained about 10-12 lbs. I haven't changed much. I seem to gain slowly then stay there for a minute and then gain slowly again. But I will say regardless of what the scale says, my belly is for sure getting bigger!
Gender?: BOY!
How Big is Baby?: He's the size of a cantaloupe and is weighing in at 1.3 lbs and 11.8 inches long. He's is growing fast, and though his wrinkly skin is still a bit see-through, he's quickly putting on baby fat, looking cuter and cuter each day. His eyelashes, eyebrows and head of hair are still filling out, but the hair itself has yet to develop any pigment. His startle reflex has developed now too!
Symptoms: I've been tired and the dark circles show it. I haven't been getting to bed at a decent hour, it's just hard for some reason. I'm trying to work on it. I've also noticed my ankles are starting to swell a little. My back hurts here and there. My gut still isn't 100% but I am slowly making progress, just not as fast as I'd like, but I'll take the progress! The gluten free dairy free diet seems to already be helping and I'm only a few days into it.
Any Food Cravings?: Protein and fruit lately. And because I can't have it right now...cheese.
Sleep: Not great but I'm hoping to work on it. My goal is to go to bed around 11pm and get up around 7am every day. I hasn't been perfect but it's a good goal for me since I've been going to bed well after midnight lately...
Stretch Marks?: No new ones that I've noticed. But my old ones are just more pronounced.
Maternity Clothes?: Yes and no. I have a few staple pieces but can still wear some of my normal clothes too like my dresses. I really haven't bought much this pregnancy. I have a handful of tank tops, one tee, and two leggings.
Wedding Ring On or Off?: On!
What Do You Miss the Most?: Sleeping comfortably and my gut being fully normal.
What Are You Most Excited For This Next Week?: I'm so looking forward to celebrating Valentine's Day with the kids (even though I'm so sad Wes isn't here) and also going to a local antique shop for the first time with a friend!
Labor Signs?: Nope!
Favorite Memory From Last Week?: Probably our little movie night (although we missed daddy).
