How Far Along: 9 weeks.
Our babies are nearly an inch long, about the size of a grape or olive, and weigh just a fraction of an ounce. Essential body parts are accounted for. Other changes included: the baby's heart finishes dividing into four chambers, and the valves start to form — as do their tiny teeth. The embryonic "tail" is completely gone. The organs, muscles, and nerves are kicking into gear. The external sex organs are there but won't be distinguishable as male or female for another few weeks. Their eyes are fully formed, but their eyelids are fused shut and won't open until 27 weeks. They have tiny earlobes, and their mouth, nose, and nostrils are more distinct. The placenta is developed enough now to take over most of the critical job of producing hormones.
Total Weight Gain: I was 134lbs at my previous doctor's appointment on Monday, so still at my starting weight.
Maternity Clothes: Not yet, but pants are getting tighter. I'm having to increase the notches on my belt.
Sleep: Definitely still tired all the time. And I still find myself waking up frequently in the middle of the night to use the bathroom.
Best Moment This Week: Monday was definitely one of the best moments. It was our last appointment at the fertility clinic, but we were able to see our babies again. The nurse didn't do a good job at taking their photos, so the top picture isn't the best. But the bottom picture of one our babies is fantastic! He/She was moving like crazy trying to figure out what the heck to do with his limbs!
New Year's Eve was another special moment - at least the evening was. The day was spent with our dog at the Animal Hospital. She had eaten part of a hardcover book, as well as a gift card, on Christmas and hadn't been able to keep food down since. After many tests over the past few days, surgery was the only option. The doctors were able to remove three different obstructions found in her stomach and intestines. She is now back home and recovering with us. For our New Year's Eve celebration, we spent it with some of my husband's closest friends. It was nice to spend time with them and just relax rather than the usual craziness that New Year's Eve brings. We reflected on the challenges we faced this past year and all the excitement we have to look forward to in 2014!
New Year's Eve was another special moment - at least the evening was. The day was spent with our dog at the Animal Hospital. She had eaten part of a hardcover book, as well as a gift card, on Christmas and hadn't been able to keep food down since. After many tests over the past few days, surgery was the only option. The doctors were able to remove three different obstructions found in her stomach and intestines. She is now back home and recovering with us. For our New Year's Eve celebration, we spent it with some of my husband's closest friends. It was nice to spend time with them and just relax rather than the usual craziness that New Year's Eve brings. We reflected on the challenges we faced this past year and all the excitement we have to look forward to in 2014!
Movement: None
Food Cravings: Nothing this week. I think we've been too busy to think about any cravings.
Things Making Me Queasy or Sick: Nothing
Looking Forward To: Next Tuesday, we take a tour of Missouri Baptist Hospital. We are super excited to see the delivery area and learn about the facility.
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