4 Weeks

How Far Along: 4 Weeks 4 Days

Total Weight Gain/Loss: I’m starting out around 189 which is a little lower than normal since I just got over 

the flu.

Maternity Clothes: Thinking about bringing them in from storage and washing them up.

Stretch Marks: The originals from Gracie

Sleep: Hit or miss… some nights have been good but I usually wake up between 3-5 am and can’t go back to sleep.

Movement: A lot of gas

Food Cravings and Aversions: So far I’ve wanted salty food and more filling foods like meat which is the total opposite of my first pregnancy.

Gender: I have no strong feelings either way but Andrew is sure that we’re having a girl.

Belly Button In or Out: In

Labor Signs: No thank you

What I Miss: There is nothing I miss right now. I’m just so thankful to be pregnant.

What I Am Looking Forward To: I’m looking forward to seeing a doctor. I think I will rest easier once I get good news from blood tests and ultrasounds.

Weekly Wisdom: I don’t think I have any wisdom… This is my third pregnancy and it’s no easier on my nerves than the first one. I’m trying really hard to relax and enjoy myself but anxiety is getting the best of me.

Best Moment This Week: The onset of all the symptoms has really reassured me that this is real. I’ve been afraid since I saw the second line on the test and even put off testing. I’ve had really tender breasts, nausea, and bloating. I know the nausea will grow old but for now I need comfort. 

What's going on in the uterus this week

• The ball of cells is splitting into the embryo (your future child) and placenta.
• Baby's neural tube, the building block of his spine, brain and backbone, is already formed.
• The amniotic sac and fluid are forming into protective cushioning for your baby.