Week 22
Baby is the size of a papaya
I'll be honest, I have no context for a papaya. No clue how big it is. Something a little bigger than a banana (since that's how big Adelyn was last week).
Maternity Clothes?
Yes, please. Anyone have any I can borrow? I'm down to only fitting into 1/4th of my wardrobe.
Stretch Marks?
Nope. My skin is keeping up with the growth so far.
Sleep?
Mediocre. I'm up once a night at least to relieve my squished bladder. Still sleeping ok though. Lots of lively dreams!
Movement?
Yes and no. Last week, Adelyn was on the move! I was feeling her throughout the day. However, the past few days she's been playing a game of hide-and-go-seek with me. I've hardly felt her at all yesterday and today. It's hard not to freak out and think something is wrong. I have to tell myself it's only the 22nd week and everything I read says that is normal to have quiet days. Even knowing that, I would just like one good jab in the ribs to confirm she's strong and healthy. I bet I'll be eating my words in a few weeks when she's practicing her soccer skills.
Mood Swings?I would say no. I just asked Austin and he paused and said, "Not too bad." I really have felt a bit more stable this week compared to the past few weeks. I will say this, I can easily cry. At almost anything if I want. But I feel like it's pretty controllable.
Cravings?No major, "I must have this or I will not function," cravings. I have, however, taken a very strong liking to Nerds. At the office, the candy jar always has a few of those small boxes that I snatch up. I'm drooling a little right now thinking about them.
Gender?Girl!
OK-here is one thing I've realized. I don't like the color light pink. You know, that baby pink that is on every blanket or burp cloth for girls? I'm not into it. I know I'm going to have to get used to it but I'm fighting the light pink theme as much as I can.
Labor Signs?Still too early for that but I have experienced some moments of tummy-tightness. Out of nowhere, I'll feel a slow firmness roll through. From what I hear, it's my body training for the big day.
Belly Button- In or Out?Still way in there.
What I miss?Pushing myself physically. Working out just wears my body down so fast. I'm also used to being a busy little bee during the day and I haven't been able to do that.
What I'm looking forward to:Learning more. I am somewhat clueless when it comes to raising a child. I just got the book, Babywise and am diving in.
What I'm nervous about:Like I mentioned before, Adelyn only has one artery in her umbilical cord going to her when she is supposed to have two. This is on my mind daily- wondering if it will affect her and her labor/delivery. I also have been motivated to eat healthier knowing that she runs the small risk of not growing as fast as she should.
Weekly Wisdom:There is no way to know everything. Even if I did, I am still not in control. "Be still and know that I am God." Psalm 46:10
Milestones:I registered at Target and Babies R Us on Monday. I'll be honest, I left Babies R Us in a bad mood. Simply because it made me feel totally inadequate and overwhelmed. Even after talking to lots of other moms who have kids, I still felt like I didn't know what I would need/ how many ___ to register for/ what we would really use and what we wouldn't. It was just overwhelming.
Oh, another milestone. Austin and I have decided we are going to go the cloth diaper route. Specifically, with Fuzzibunz. For a lot of reasons, it just makes sense for our lifestyle and budget. I am
not opposed to disposable diapers at all- in fact if we get any as gifts at showers, we will gratefully use them. But overall, our default is going to be cloth. It should be an adventure :)
