Winter has officially arrived in Minnesota with 4 inches of beautiful snow (much still picturesquely deposited on the trees) and some startling cold. I'm so fortunate to be pregnant in the winter time...the little bun in my oven is keeping me pretty warm!
Unfortunately, the common cold hit me before the Minnesota chill did. I've been battling an annoying cold for the past week (ick!). Thanks to plenty of rest and vitamin C, it's finally starting to subside.
Our last doctor's visit went very well. My belly measurements are right on. And Josh and I got to hear our little baby's heartbeat--strong and steady at 144 beats per minute. In two weeks (and two days) we have the 20 week appointment and ultrasound. I'm so excited to see how much baby has changed since the last ultrasound--plus this one will be in 3D--Yay!
The doctor said that soon I should start feeling the baby's little movements as 'flutters'. I actually think I may have felt a couple, but I'm not totally sure. I think if it happens more I'll be sure. I keep doubting that it's the baby, but rather my digestion. That's probably terrible of me, but I'm just not confident what a bell pepper sized baby moving inside me should feel like?!
Hoping to spur on movement, I've started playing music to my belly (also at this point the baby is beginning to hear things). It's fun to know that we're listening to the same thing. I do feel a little goofy sitting around with headphones on my tummy, but it's worth it! I'm really excited to play Christmas tunes to baby! I love the holidays--sharing Christmas music seems like the perfect way to pass that along (for now)!
the house is filled with so much love, we've got more than enough for two...
Ah, can't wait for your 20 weeks appointment! So exciting.
ReplyDeleteI remember feeling the same way when I was supposed to start feeling his movements. I always said it was just gas.
Love you!
Love you too Kel! I totally felt our baby move last night while listening to some tunes--AMAZING!
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