Half-Baked (20 weeks)

Hi!!  20 week updater ladies!!!

How far along? Half way, 20 weeks
How big is baby? Average size: 9oz, Length: 6in (crown to rump)

What is baby doing this week? Babyzone.com says "By week 20, your baby-to-be is gearing up for the next phase in her development—filling out. Her organs are getting into their proper places. Her kidneys are now in position with their familiar bean shape. Her ovaries have reached their position. Her brain continues to form and grow. Herr teeth are beginning to appear, and she can swallow. If you haven't been able to feel him move, chances are you'll be feeling him move more and more over the coming weeks."



What is going on in mama? Growing steadily as I should.

Symptoms: Nothing really.  I 'm still feeling great!!

Total weight gain: At the Big U/S appt with the substitute doc, I had gained 7, so a total of 13.  Although, that is ok and in range, I seem to be conscious of what I eat and make sure I exercise each day!  I don't want to get in trouble at our next appt.

Maternity clothes: Pants yes.  I can't actually fit in them now!

Sleep: Fine I suppose.  I can't seem to sleep past 6am though.  This is kind of gross but I wake up sweating so much!!!  Apparently, I am a furnace now!

Best moment last week: Our U/S and seeing our healthy baby girl, Ava.

Movement: I'm starting to notice a pattern.  Early in the morning I feel her slightly, mid-day after lunch she does her daily flutter kicks, and around 9pm.  It's the most amazing thing. Makes me smile every time!

Cravings: None really that I can think of.  ODD!

Belly Button in or out: Slowly creeping closer to the surface.

What I miss:  Sometimes I feel like this body is someone else's.  Each time I pass a mirror (not hard to do when they line the walls of my gym!) I think WHO IS THAT???  But it is worth it!

What I am looking forward to: More actual kicks and less flutters.  Although, I will probably regret this later!

Milestones: It is all down hill now!

How is daddy? He talks to Ava each night.  I think its so sweet and touching.  The neat thing to me is I have NO IDEA what he says to her.  Its like his and her time!  I love it.  Already Daddy's little girl!