Monday Morning Pop Tart

Week 18: Great news!! You’re moving AND I can feel it! =) This is big time. There’s not really any question about it. I don’t feel you a ton but when I do, I know it’s you. I think you’re going to have good rhythm and want to shake your butt, but only time will tell I guess. =) I’m getting excited to see you on a sonogram again. It’s a couple weeks away still but I’m ready. We took our first trip to Eskimo Joe’s this week. You sort of made me pay for eating those cheese fries but I think you liked them. =) Don’t worry... I bought you a onesie too.

Highlights

How Far Along: 18 weeks

Size of baby: Baked Potato

Total Weight Gain/Loss: Approx. 12 lbs.

Maternity Clothes: Mostly maternity items (or at least soft stretchy things)

Gender: We're going to be suprised!

Movement: Absolutely feeling it now!! Some days more than others but it's there and it's pretty cool. 

Sleep: It's really hit or miss. Some nights I sleep like a baby (minus the pee breaks) while others I toss and turn constantly unable to get comfortable. 

Symptoms: Hungry but getting full quicker during meals; heartburn at bedtime, headaches and back/hip pain. The nausea has been better this past week! I'll call that a success! =)

What I miss: Not much of anything right now.

Cravings: Sandwiches!! Can't seem to get enough of them.

Best Moment this week: I had a great appt. All of my stats were good and baby's heart rate was 140 bpm. I had several of my questions and concerns addressed too.

What I am looking forward to: Some much needed time off work!