I Love My Bump: Week 24

6 Months!!!

 

 

How far along?
24 weeks, 5 days today!

Trimester?
2nd!

How many days until my due date?
107 to Feb 8th, 78 to my goal 36 weeks!

How big are the babies?
The babies are the size of a cantaloupe!

 

Weight gain?
I've gained about 18 pounds total!

What milestones did the babies reach this week?
Although little hair color can be seen at this stage the boys have some hair growth on the top of their heads. I can't wait to see it on the ultrasound soon! They are weighing in at approximately 1 pound 11 ounces and are 12 inches tall. Sections of their lungs are expanding and they are starting to produce lung surfactant which helps to keep the lungs from collapsing after birth. The brain is growing quickly now, and taste buds are continuing to develop. Their skin is still thin and translucent, but that will start changing soon.

Pregnancy symptoms?
I've had heartburn still. It usually doesn't bother me until I lay down for bed. I have a little more energy than I did in the past couple weeks.

Cravings/Aversions?
Cravings this week...pasta house salad, a hamburger one day, potato soup, anything pasta, French toast sticks and milk

Sleep?
I've been sleeping pretty good. Not getting up at 3 or 4 but maybe one night a week, and it's usually because I'm wondering if we have enough clothes, diapers, and wipes.

Belly Button?
It's still there but not popped out yet.

Wedding rings on or off?
On!

Swelling?
No swelling yet!

Labor signs?
None!

Dreams?
No crazy dreams this week

Best moment of the week?
Not being as tired and being able to do more stuff around the house. Cooking every day so my wonderful husband has a break from that. I got the boy's Christmas tree in the mail and I LOVE it!!! It's flocked and adorable! 

What I'm loving?
FALL!!!! Halloween is almost here and I really love all the things of this season.

What I miss?
Eating certain foods, wearing all my old clothes (even though I'm just buying a size up in jeans from the buckle...makes me feel more normal lol)

What I'm looking forward to?
Halloween in 7 days!!! Our maternity pictures in 10 days, and our baby shower in 16 days!! I'm so excited!!! I go back to the doctor Monday and of course we are going to do some shopping. That's what I do best lol. I am hoping Liam cooperates so I can get a 4d and see who he looks like. I have a feeling he will probably look like his daddy too!

What emotions have I experienced this week?
Thankful everyday that these two boys are continuing to grow strong!

Boys, Girls, or Both?
BOYS!!!! Liam Alexander Politte & Asher Matthew Politte


Movement?
They are starting to move more throughout the day, but their most active time is around 4-5AM

Stretch marks?
None yet!!! I'm hoping lathering up with this tummy butter and cocoa butter lotion will work wonders!

What has daddy been up to this week?
Jared has been working hard as usual!!

When do I think I will go into labor?
My doctor wants me to try and make it to 36 or 37 weeks. 36 weeks will be January 11, 2014 and 37 weeks will be January 18, 2014! So definitely before my due date, but still at a safe zone!

Nesting?
I'm going to start the finishing touches on the nursery this week. I have to get some more wall art for the walls. And I'm going to hang a couple of our maternity pictures in there in a couple weeks.  

Devotional from the book, "Expecting Praying for your Child's Development Body & Soul": Truth: Swallow
Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." -John 8:31-32 Lord, my babies can swallow now! A reflex I take for granted so often. Will you be with my babies right now as they develop all the functions they need to survive outside of me? I know my child will face countless opportunities as they grow older to lie instead of tell the truth. Will you give them words that are true and right? Will you keep them from half-truths and bending the truth? Show them that lying makes things worse in the long run. It is always best to tell the truth-even when there are consequences. Help me to teach them your truth. They will eventually have to figure things out on their own, but I can give them a firm foundation by introducing them to your words at an early age. "Keep falsehood and lies far from me, " King Solomon prays in the book of Proverbs. I pray the same thing for my child, Father.