12 Weeks

How far along?   

12 weeks

Baby's Size?

The size of a plum!  

Boy or Girl?

We don't know yet. Mommy has a hunch that it's a girl, but will be happy with either. Daddy says he'll be really happy with either.

Fun Facts About Baby?

The baby is beginning to demonstrate reflexes like grasping, sucking and even hiccups, even though Mommy can't feel them yet. Most of the critical systems are fully formed. The baby is about to enter the growth and maturation stage, in which the organs and tissues will grow and develop rapidly. The brain is developing fast.

How is Mommy Doing?

• Symptoms?   Feeling so good that sometimes it's hard to believe I'm pregnant. Never had morning sickness. (YAY!!) Occasional dizziness or shakiness if I go too long without eating (especially in the mornings). Tired but I've been able to get lots of rest. Naps are amazing!

• Mood?  ENJOYING summer! Less stress means a happier and more relaxed Mommy!

• Cravings?  None really. Every once in a while I really want a sno-cone, but WHO doesn't want sno-cones this time of year?!? More foods are starting to sound appealing again, which is good.

• Dreams? Latest crazy dream: I was in a hospital room in labor, but we couldn't find a doctor anywhere. I couldn't hold it any longer, gave one easy, pain-free push (total dream!) and Tony caught the baby while my parents and brother watched (mildly creepy). Then we were all trying to figure out where/how to clamp and cut the umbilical cord. He put the baby on my chest and told me it was a girl, 9lbs 9oz and that it was 2-something in the afternoon. [we'll just have to see if this is any weird foreshadowing.]

• Body Differences? A little pooch after I eat. My belly is starting to feel harder with a little bulge under my belly button. I just feel like I'm entering into that "pudgy or pregnant?" stage. 

How is Daddy Doing?  So good and so excited it's crazy. He's finishing up the school year and can't wait to have a break to relax with me and start getting the house ready for baby! 

How's the Nursery?  We were SUPER blessed with gifts from the Ellen show. We now have most of the big baby "stuff" but nothing is set up yet.

We're Looking Forward To:  Another appointment next week! And SUMMER break!