18 Weeks

Baby is more active these days and is growing so much that I've already had to visit the physical therapist for sciatic pain. Though baby is busy growing, mommy's growth has been a bit slower. Anyone who doesn't know I'm pregnant, probably just thinks I need to lay off the ice cream and chips.

Baby is the size/length of a bell pepper this week. Average size is 5.5 oz and 7 inches. Baby has become very mobile, passing the hours yawning, hiccuping, rolling, twisting, kicking, punching, sucking and swallowing.

Boy or Girl?

We get to find out April 7 if Baby Williams is a boy or girl, and we can't wait! We both think it's a girl. What do you think? Cast your vote in the poll at the right of the blog!

16 Weeks

I felt the baby move for the first time this week. So cool! There's nothing like that first little twitch to remind you that you're not just getting fat. :) I'm still not wearing maternity clothes yet but I have a feeling that'll be right around the corner because things are starting to feel a bit snug.

Baby measures up to an avocado, now, and weighs 3 1/2 ounces. (Length: 4 1/2 inches, head to bottom.) This week baby started growing toenails! Awww. And baby's heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day.

15 Weeks

Even though this is my 2nd pregnancy, I seem to be growing at the same rate as my first. I've gained 1 whopping pound this whole pregnancy but the doctor says everything looks right on track. I'm also finally feeling human again, which is such a relief. And, I'm getting a little of my energy back, too. Yay for 2nd trimester!

Baby Williams has grown to the size of an apple and weighs about 2 1/2 ounces. (Length: 4 inches, head to bottom.)