18 weeks

How far along? 18 weeks 3 days :)

Total weight gain: 9 pounds


Maternity clothes? No, still wearing my regular clothes.


Sleep:  Great


Best moment this week: Getting the results of the Alpha-fetoprotine test from our doctor (a test they run to check for problems with the baby such as Down syndrome, spinal-cord problems and central nervous system 
problems.) The test was normal!  These tests they run always make me so nervous.


Movement: Yes. The kicks and jabs are getting stronger :)

Gender: Boy

Labor Signs: no


Belly Button in or out? In


What I miss: Running long distances


Weekly Wisdom: When feeling "blah" get up and move around! Laying on the couch will only increase the level of "blahness" you are feeling. Haha!

 Going for a walk outside usually helps my headaches go away and increases my energy level. 

Baby's Size: The size of a Mango. Measuring 6 inches long and 1/2 a pound!

Milestones:

This week he is mostly growing in size. In the next two weeks he will grow 4 inches! 

He develops swirls and creases on the end of his fingers and toes that form finger and toe prints.