Belly Picture Friday - 27w1d

Personal V-Day!

As I mentioned in my previous V-Day post 3 weeks ago, I consider 27 weeks my personal "V-Day" because if Joaquin were to be born anytime now he'd have greater than a 90% chance of survival (with lots of medical help, of course). We hope he stays cooking for at least another 10 weeks, but it is a relief that we have gotten this far without any major issues or pre-term labor scares. Here's hoping the good luck continues!

Ticker Change Thursday - 27 Weeks

Joaquin is 27 weeks today and about the size of an eggplant (yep, we're stuck with the same fruit for a few weeks again). He is about 14 1/2 inches long with his legs extended. He's sleeping and waking at regular intervals, opening and closing his eyes, and perhaps even sucking his fingers. With more brain tissue developing, Joaquin's brain is very active now. While his lungs are still immature, they would be capable of functioning — with a lot of medical help — if he were to be born now. Baby hiccups may be common from now on.

How far along? 27 weeks
Weight gain/loss: Um, well, I'm debating whether I should still answer this question. (whispers: 27 pounds).
Sleep? The last week has been difficult. My abdominal muscles are literally ripping off of my rib cage at the top of my stomach and I can feel it and it really hurts. So, when I try to sleep it can be somewhat difficult. I'm hoping the pain starts to go away soon.
Best moment this week? My first baby shower was amazing! It was absolutely gorgeous, the food was great and the company was even better. It was absolutely perfect.
Movement:Jay FINALLY felt Joaquin move. That was really exciting!
Food cravings: Spicy chocolate still. I wish I could find some with a bigger kick.
Belly button in or out? Out.
What I miss? Being able to buckle my own shoes with ease.
What I am looking forward to? Jay and I have no concrete plans this weekend, which is a big change. I'm excited at all of the possibilities (including naps!).
Milestones: I'm in my third trimester! 2 months and 30 days left!
What I'm nervous about:The flight to Spain in a couple weeks.

I passed!

I passed my glucose tolerance test, which means no gestational diabetes for me. Yay! Failing means taking a 3 hour version of the test (i.e., drinking that nasty drink again and sitting in the lab for 3 hours, without being able to leave, before they draw blood). Failure of the 3 hour test would mean a trip to a nutrionist and some serious changes to my diet for the rest of the pregnancy. I'm so relieved I can skip all of that!

Do you know what today is?!?!

The first day of my 3rd trimester!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yay!!! Slowly but surely, we are getting closer to meeting our little man. Come on November - get here soon!

Belly Picture Friday - 26 weeks 1 day

Ticker Change Thursday - 26 Weeks

Joaquin is 26 weeks along and about the size of an eggplant. He now weighs a full two pounds and measures nine-plus inches. And this week, his eyes, which until now were developing under fused eyelids, start to open. Of course, there's not much to see in there, but if he spots a bright light (or hears a loud noise) near your belly, he might start moving around because his brain is getting more fully developed and sophisticated.

How far along? 26 weeks
Weight gain/loss: 22 pounds last time I checked.
Sleep? This is getting harder and harder. I'm just not very comfortable anymore.
Best moment this week? It's been a boring week.
Movement: I'm starting to track the movements now with a kick-counting app on my iPhone. It's sort of fun!
Food cravings: Spicy chocolate.
Belly button in or out? Out.
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach.
What I am looking forward to? My first baby shower on Sunday!
Milestones: Less than 100 days left!!!
What I'm nervous about: Maintaining my energy. I have nothing left at the end of my work day.