Joaquin is 32 weeks today and still about the size of a squash. He sleeps 90-95% of the day, and sometimes experiences REM sleep, an indication of dreaming. He is head-down, which is great news. This week his movements will peak. The wrinkles in his face are disappearing and fat is still being deposited throughout his body. The body growth slows down from now on. Because of the lack of space in the uterus, the legs are drawn up in what is known as the fetal position. As a preparation for breastfeeding, he has already learned to root for the breast. The baby will turn its head if touched on the cheek and open its mouth if the bottom lip is tickled. By this time the baby can also suck and swallow in a coordinated way.
How far along? 32 weeks
Weight gain/loss: I'm up a total of 29 pounds.
Sleep? Other than waking up 6+ times a night to pee, sleep is pretty good these days.
Best moment this week? Hmmm.... I think the end of the work day on Friday will qualify.
Movement: I'm getting a lot of kicking to my ribs these days.
Food cravings: Still salad. And milk.
What I miss? My real wardrobe.
What I am looking forward to? Only 7 more weeks of work. I'm really looking forward to that last day. It can't get here soon enough.
Milestones: We have less than 2 months left now!
What I'm nervous about: I guess I'm a bit nervous about how I am going to hang in at work for the next 7 weeks. I have a shorter fuse than normal these days and some clients are really pushing my limits. I sort of thought people would stop giving me new work right about now but I was definitely mistaken. Oh well.
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