Tuesday, 29 December 2009

40 weeks

It's hard to say for sure how big your baby will be, but the average newborn weighs about 7 1/2 pounds (a small pumpkin) and is about 20 inches long. Their skull bones are not yet fused, which allows them to overlap a bit if it's a snug fit through the birth canal during labor. This so-called "molding" is the reason your baby's noggin may look a little conehead-ish after birth. Rest assured — it's normal and temporary.

*How far along?: 40 weeks
*Total weight gain: I know what it is and it's normal/average.
*How big is baby?: A pumpkin
*Maternity clothes?: If I leave the house, yes, but otherwise big tshirts.
*Sleep?: I can't seem to sleep past 6-7:30am, blah.
*Best moment this week?: My Mommy is here!
*Movement?: Yes, the bebe is still poppin' & lockin'
*Food cravings?: Not a craving but my Mom brought me Oatmeal Creme Pies, mmm!
*Labor signs?: No, but they gave me an appointment today for an induction scheduled for the 5th of January if nothing happens.
*Belly button in or out?: Innie.
*What I miss: Sleep
*What I'm looking forward to: The Bebe arriving
*Milestone: It's my Due Date!