24 Week Update

I had a doctor's appointment this morning

which included the 1 hour glucose test

and a follow-up ultrasound.

I passed the glucose test. (Yay!)

I also got a flu shot, at my OB's recommendation.

My son looked great on ultrasound.

He's 1 lb, 9 oz right now - right on track.

The little spot on his heart is still there,

but the doctor isn't concerned.

She said that it isn't going to affect how his heart works,

and so it isn't considered an abnormality.

It is likely a thicker piece of muscle.

They were also concerned about placenta previa

at the last appointment.

My placenta has moved out of the way,

so there isn't a risk of previa anymore. Good news all around!

 

Here are some pictures from today:

 

Colin sucking his thumb!

Hi Mom!

Sweet little baby feet.. his legs were crossed. :)

And now for the weekly survey:

How far along? 24 weeks.

Due Date: February 3, 2011

Total weight gain/loss: +10 lbs.

The OB I saw today was very happy with that.

Maternity clothes? Pants: Always,

Tops: Sometimes.

Sleep: I sleep well until I wake up to pee...

after that, all bets are off.

Best moment this week: Getting the good news

at today's appointment, seeing Colin on ultrasound,

hearing his heartbeat (145 bpm), etc etc.

Movement: I feel him every day, but some days
he seems more active than others.

He is almost always more active at night, too.

Food cravings: Pumpkin things,

and sopapillas.. haven't fulfilled

that one yet. I'll probably make some soon.

Food aversions: I used to love coconut..

but lately, I've been pretty turned off

by the idea of it.

 
Gender: It's a beautiful, wiggly boy!

Labor Signs: None.

Belly Button in or out? In.

What I miss: Sleeping through the night.

What I am looking forward to: Finishing the nursery!

Milestones: I am now in my sixth month. Wow!