I had my bloodwork done this morning....and did not pass out! I had a really understanding nurse who did it as quickly as possible, and I had adequate time to just sit and relax afterwards to let my blood pressure get back to normal. Ken was so proud of me; he took me for a treat at the Corner Bagel Shop after we were finished. :-) I just hope that the test results get to my doctor in the next 7 days before my appointment....I really don't want to have to do that again! I don't know what all they checked for this time around, but I know it included a CBC, an antibody test, and a test for other diseases. The glucose testing will happen in June. Unforseeing any other problems, those are the only two times I'll have to have blood taken until I'm in the hospital in September!
I am 16 weeks today. The baby can start hearing my voice and other outside voices and sounds, including Ken's voice and loud music. This is when I can really make an effort to talk to the baby and start telling him or her about the world into which he/she will soon be entering. Last night I even read a children's book to Ken and baby, "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs." This is going to be so much fun!
The baby is now about 4-1/2" from head to rump, and weighs about 2.8 ounces. The arms and legs are moving now, and the fingernails are formed completely. I have laid still the past week to try and feel the "bubbly" feeling of the baby, and I think I felt it a couple of times, but I can't be too sure. I tend to move around so much that I probably don't notice it! The "quickening," or movement of the baby, is usually felt for the first time between 16-20 weeks, so I'm sure I'll definitely be noticing it soon.
It is now not possible for me to sleep on my tummy....my favorite sleeping position! I have had to re-adjust to sleeping on my sides; even lying on your back while pregnant can interrupt circulation to the baby. Thank goodness for pillows to help me stay in one position so I won't wake up as often! I bet Ken feels like he's sharing the bed with numerous people now since I have pillows all over it!
As I grow bigger and bigger and the pregnancy becomes more and more real, I am reminded often that one day we CAN find out whether it is a boy or a girl. It will no longer be referred to as merely "the baby." I know I will be so excited either way....boy or girl, there are so many things I am looking forward to sharing with our child! If it is a girl, I long to help her paint her tiny little fingernails and toenails pink when she's 3 or 4, much like Mom and I used to do years ago. I am looking forward to buying eyelet, seersucker, and gingham dresses and hats. If it is a boy, I am looking forward to the new things I will be experiencing.... Rough and tumble playing, lots of curious questions, chemistry sets, tee-ball equipment, and overalls. I am so excited about finding out what our baby is, but I am so joyful that I am decidedly happy with whichever it turns out to be. Girl or boy, we will be able to share the love of Jesus with our child as Mom and Dad as the very first influences. What an awesome privilege and responsibility....I can't wait!
Meg :)
I am 16 weeks today. The baby can start hearing my voice and other outside voices and sounds, including Ken's voice and loud music. This is when I can really make an effort to talk to the baby and start telling him or her about the world into which he/she will soon be entering. Last night I even read a children's book to Ken and baby, "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs." This is going to be so much fun!
The baby is now about 4-1/2" from head to rump, and weighs about 2.8 ounces. The arms and legs are moving now, and the fingernails are formed completely. I have laid still the past week to try and feel the "bubbly" feeling of the baby, and I think I felt it a couple of times, but I can't be too sure. I tend to move around so much that I probably don't notice it! The "quickening," or movement of the baby, is usually felt for the first time between 16-20 weeks, so I'm sure I'll definitely be noticing it soon.
It is now not possible for me to sleep on my tummy....my favorite sleeping position! I have had to re-adjust to sleeping on my sides; even lying on your back while pregnant can interrupt circulation to the baby. Thank goodness for pillows to help me stay in one position so I won't wake up as often! I bet Ken feels like he's sharing the bed with numerous people now since I have pillows all over it!
As I grow bigger and bigger and the pregnancy becomes more and more real, I am reminded often that one day we CAN find out whether it is a boy or a girl. It will no longer be referred to as merely "the baby." I know I will be so excited either way....boy or girl, there are so many things I am looking forward to sharing with our child! If it is a girl, I long to help her paint her tiny little fingernails and toenails pink when she's 3 or 4, much like Mom and I used to do years ago. I am looking forward to buying eyelet, seersucker, and gingham dresses and hats. If it is a boy, I am looking forward to the new things I will be experiencing.... Rough and tumble playing, lots of curious questions, chemistry sets, tee-ball equipment, and overalls. I am so excited about finding out what our baby is, but I am so joyful that I am decidedly happy with whichever it turns out to be. Girl or boy, we will be able to share the love of Jesus with our child as Mom and Dad as the very first influences. What an awesome privilege and responsibility....I can't wait!
Meg :)
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