We're 16-weeks now and we got a great report from the doctor today. Despite the nausea and vomiting that's still hanging on, I've gained five pounds in the last four weeks. And the baby's heartbeat was 140 bpm - just right.
Here's what babycenter.com says about baby's development this week:
At 4 1/2 inches long (head to bottom) and 3 1/2 ounces, your baby is about the size of an avocado. In the next three weeks, she'll go through a tremendous growth spurt, though, doubling her weight and adding inches to her length. Her lower limbs are much more developed now. Her head is more erect than it has been, and her eyes have moved toward the front of her head. Your baby's ears are close to their final position, too. Some of her more advanced body systems are working, including her circulatory system and urinary tract. Her heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, circulating her total blood volume through her body many times. (By the end of your pregnancy, this will increase to about 190 quarts.) The patterning of her scalp has begun, though her hair isn't recognizable yet. Although closed, her eyes are moving (slowly), and she's even started growing toenails.
Today was the best day I've had in a couple weeks. I've had a good amount of energy and eating hasn't been too difficult. I don't know if this will continue, but I'm sure enjoying today while it lasts. We took a tummy picture last night, but Jeremy is gone tonight working on a school project and he took our camera so I'll have to post the picture another day. The tummy is definitely growing though! Thanks for all your prayers.
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