16 weeks

How far along? 16 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: -2 lbs

Maternity clothes? Yes

Stretch marks? nope

Sleep: Last night was horrible.

Best moment this week: Listening to Steven talk to Peanut.

Movement: None that I felt.

Food cravings: fruit

Gender: Not sure.

Labor Signs: nope

Belly Button in or out? still in

What I miss: sleep

What I am looking forward to: Steven coming home on Friday.

Weekly Wisdom: Watermelon and an ice cream sandwich do count as a balanced breakfast. :-)



Baby's Development:


"Get ready for a growth spurt. In the next few weeks, your baby will double his weight and add inches to his length. Right now, he's about the size of an avocado: 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. His legs are much more developed, his head is more erect than it has been, and his eyes have moved closer to the front of his head. His ears are close to their final position, too. The patterning of his scalp has begun, though his locks aren't recognizable yet. He's even started growing toenails. And there's a lot happening inside as well. For example, his heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, and this amount will continue to increase as your baby continues to develop." - babycenter.com

"Watch what you say... tiny bones forming in baby's ears mean the little one can now pick up your voice. Eyebrows, lashes and hair are starting to fill in, and taste buds are forming. And, if you're interested, an ultrasound might be able to determine gender." - thebump.com