24 Weeks-Hello, Baby Bump!

My belly doubled in size this week!

DATE: April 18, 2011

How far along: 24 weeks!

Total Weight Gained: All loss so far. I'll know if I gained any back when I go to my 26 week appointment.

How big is baby? Nugget is about 12 inches long, and weighs just over a pound. I can tell, because he/she is packing a mighty strong punch (kick?)!

How baby is growing: Nugget's brain is growing quickly now, and his/her taste buds are continuing to develop. The lungs are developing "branches" of the respiratory "tree" as well as cells that produce surfactant, a substance that will help his air sacs inflate once he/she hits the outside world. Nugget's skin is still thin and translucent, but that will start to change soon. babycenter.com

Maternity Clothes: I'm still wearing my regular clothes.

Sleep: I'm starting to wake up more frequently to use the bathroom.

Best Pregnancy Moment of the Week: Seeing my belly round out. It finally looks like there's a baby in there! Although Nugget still prefers to curl up really low in my uterus, he/she is starting to spend some time above my belly button (including putting a foot in my rib!).

Movement: Nugget is constantly moving! He/She is strong!

Food Cravings: No cravings yet.

Food Aversions: I'm still not a big fan of any food, but my appetite is bigger.

Morning Sickness: I'm still sick 24/7 and relying on Zofran. I'm thinking it's here to stay until I deliver!

Gender: We didn't find out!

Symptoms: Strong and frequent Braxton Hick's contractions (especially in the evening), nausea morning to night, gagging, vomiting, and mood swings.

Exercise: Getting moderate exercise 4-5 days a week.

What I miss: Feeling normal. I honestly forget what it's like to not feel sick!

What I'm looking forward to: My 26 week appointment, and getting the glucose test (the following week) over with!

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