21 Weeks

So here is a bare belly this week with my stretchmarks in all their glory.

How far along: 21 Weeks 6 Days


Total Weight Gain/Loss: Holding steady at 191

Maternity Clothes: Most of my regular tops are not an option any more

Stretch Marks: Staying the same for now but they are most likely plotting their next move.

Sleep: Pretty good

Movement: Gracie has her sleep patterns down now. She’s very quiet during the day with the exception of mid afternoon and really comes to life once I get home and then again when I lay down at night. Even Daddy got to feel some good kicks and I'm starting to see a few from the outside.

Food Cravings/Aversions: Chocolate and lemonade. I ate an entire chocolate bunny filled with caramel today that was left over from Easter. We can thank Memaw for this.

Gender: Girl

Belly Button In or Out: Getting very shallow but I don’t have any idea how much longer it will hold out.

What I Miss: Still missing a nice fruity drink on the weekend

What I am Looking Forward To: Getting the registry completed and starting the nursery

Weekly Wisdom: Calm down… I’ve been really anxious for the past couple of weeks. I guess it’s hormonal. I’m a planner and trying to make sure everything falls into place since I'm now on the down hill slide to September but I can’t help but worry over things I have no control over.

Best Moment This Week: Well I guess having my first mother’s day sort of. I got some cards and a lot of well wishes on Sunday.

Baby gulps down several ounces of amniotic fluid every day, both for hydration and nutrition and to practice swallowing and digesting. And, these days, those taste buds actually work! Studies show that after birth, babies are most interested in tastes they've already experienced through amniotic fluid. Meaning, think about what you want your future child to eat as you prepare your own lunch.