We started childbirth classes last night and are probably going to learn more than we want to know. Scott and I are such planners that this not knowing when and how things will happen is a little frustrating. Getting closer everyday!
Here is where Erynn is this week:
This week, your baby measures about 16 inches long. She weighs a little over 3 pounds and is headed for a growth spurt. She can turn her head from side to side, and she's beginning to accumulate a layer of fat underneath her skin in preparation for life as a newborn. As a result, her arms, legs, and body are filling out.
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
30 Weeks - Only 10 More To Go!
It is 30 weeks today and we are hitting the final weeks. Erynn is definitely getting bigger and pushing into my sides more. She is still causing me to be tired alot and with work issues and things going on at home, I want to sleep all the time. I am ready for her to be here so maybe we can both get some little cat naps in. We start going to the dr every 2 weeks now and Scott and I start childbirth classes next Monday so wish us luck!
Here is what is going on with Erynn now:
Your baby's a bit more than 15 1/2 inches long now, and she weighs almost 3 pounds. A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds her, but that volume will decrease as she gets bigger and fills out your uterus. Her eyes open and close, she's able to distinguish between light and dark, and she can even follow a light source back and forth. Once she's born, she'll keep her eyes closed for a good part of the day. When she does open them, she'll respond to changes in light but will have a visual acuity of only 20/400 — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from her face. ("Normal" vision in adults is 20/20.)
Here is what is going on with Erynn now:
Your baby's a bit more than 15 1/2 inches long now, and she weighs almost 3 pounds. A pint and a half of amniotic fluid surrounds her, but that volume will decrease as she gets bigger and fills out your uterus. Her eyes open and close, she's able to distinguish between light and dark, and she can even follow a light source back and forth. Once she's born, she'll keep her eyes closed for a good part of the day. When she does open them, she'll respond to changes in light but will have a visual acuity of only 20/400 — which means she can only make out objects a few inches from her face. ("Normal" vision in adults is 20/20.)
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
29 Weeks
Well we are at 29 weeks today and glad just to feel like moving around. For most of the weekend I had absolutely no energy. We got the baby crib but have not put it together yet. Scott and I are not the best at doing that kind of thing together so it will be an adventure when we get started. Had my dentist appointment yesterday. Those of you who know me pretty well know that the dentist is difficult for me but my hygenist was great and amazingly I had no cavities. Everything I had read said that the baby will take alot of calcium out of your teeth and you could have problems. My hygenist said that I looked really good considering I am pregnant! Yeah! Next year we get to have some major dental work done (so am not looking forward to it.)
Here is what is going on with Erynn this week:
Your baby now weighs about 2 1/2 pounds and is a tad over 15 inches long from head to heel. Her muscles and lungs are continuing to mature, and her head is growing bigger to accommodate her brain — which is busy developing billions of neurons. With this rapid growth, it's no surprise that your baby's nutritional needs reach their peak during this trimester. To keep yourself and her well nourished, you'll need plenty of protein, vitamin C, folic acid, iron, and calcium. (About 200 milligrams of calcium is deposited in your baby's skeleton — which is now hardening — every day.)
Here is what is going on with Erynn this week:
Your baby now weighs about 2 1/2 pounds and is a tad over 15 inches long from head to heel. Her muscles and lungs are continuing to mature, and her head is growing bigger to accommodate her brain — which is busy developing billions of neurons. With this rapid growth, it's no surprise that your baby's nutritional needs reach their peak during this trimester. To keep yourself and her well nourished, you'll need plenty of protein, vitamin C, folic acid, iron, and calcium. (About 200 milligrams of calcium is deposited in your baby's skeleton — which is now hardening — every day.)
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
7 Months
Today we are at 7 months and feeling larger everyday. Our real joys now are the lovely acid reflux which tums seem to help except for the lovely chalky taste. So sometimes I just accept the reflux to avoid the chalkiness. We had a lovely shower at Scott's family in Kentucky this weekend. We now have our stroller and car seat and funds for our crib along with several baby outfits, blankets and towels. It was very nice and we appreciated very much everyone's thoughts and gifts.
This is what is happening with Erynn this week.
By this week, your baby weighs a little over 2 pounds and measures about 14.8 inches from the top of her head to her heels. She can open her eyes — which now sport lashes — and she'll turn her head toward a continuous, bright light from the outside. Her fat layers are beginning to form, too, as she gets ready for life outside the womb.
This is what is happening with Erynn this week.
By this week, your baby weighs a little over 2 pounds and measures about 14.8 inches from the top of her head to her heels. She can open her eyes — which now sport lashes — and she'll turn her head toward a continuous, bright light from the outside. Her fat layers are beginning to form, too, as she gets ready for life outside the womb.
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