Surely It isn’t 17 Already?!

I know, I know . . .Could my blog titles get any cheesier?! Umm, yes maybe! So week 17 is upon us and things are still progressing well. On the baby front this week I had a Doctor’s appointment, which was very brief but important. I got to hear the heart beat which is still coming in at 162 bpm, so AWESOME to hear that! I do wish that I could have listened longer it seemed like by the time I was all adjusted and emotional the Dr. took the doppler away. I am sure I will get to hear it again next time The doctor reported that all was well, and that the next appointment would be the much anticipated (my words) Gender Scan!!! Cue the trumpets!!  Yes, my blog friends mark your calendars on June 8th we will be finding out if Baby Oaks is a Boy or Girl!!! I do feel like I am having to wait FOREVER to find out since I have other friends that are due in October that already know. But my Doctor’s office likes the appointment to be around 20 weeks, which I guess allows them to see more. It will be here before we know it, and it will be so great to see Baby Oaks again and know all is well in there. Now we aware  that ultrasounds have been wrong about the gender thing in the past, but we feel the technology has come a long way and we are going with what they tell us. In the words of my dear husband “If they tell us it is a squirrel we are buying nuts.” Can we all agree to pray right now that it IS NOT a squirrel?! We want a happy  and healthy baby- Pink or Blue it makes no difference!

Now another thing that has been coming up a lot lately is my baby bump or rather my lack of one. Yes, I have been a bit concerned about this, but I asked the Doctor and she said not to worry about it that I am just a small person. So here it is and once again I PROMISE that there is a baby in there . . .

I am sure I will look like an Umpa Loopma soon enough and for now I am going to enjoy being in my own clothes.

Update time . . .

WEEK 17

Size:  Onion sized! 5.1 inches and 5.9 ounces

Physical Features:  Baby Oaks is hitting a growth spurt this week and plumping up. The fat that's acquired, also called adipose tissue, helps produce and retain body heat. Fat tissue is also important for metabolism, since it's a great source of energy. In addition the umbilical cord is getting thicker and stronger.

Baby Movement: Okay, so needless to say I am anxious to feel those first movements. I have felt something out of the ordinary twice now, both times at night when I am laying in the bed. I am tentative to say that it was the little Acorn taping, but I think maybe. I will keep you posted!

What I Miss:  Honestly nothing at the moment there are to many exciting things going on!

Cravings: Well, I have noticed a little uptick in my appetite especially around Breakfast. I think I need to find a more filling breakfast food. I can not say that I am having an “cravings” but I am consuming a lot of strawberries!

Overall feelings: Still feeling great! I have experienced a little swelling in my hands and feet this week, which is making them a bit tingly. I am told this all part of the pregnancy process.

Appointments & Coming Events: June 8th- Gender Scan!

We love you little Acorn and can not wait to see you again on the 8th!!