8 Weeks (1/11/2012)

Yesterday was a very exciting day for us. We got to see Baby Sheldon for the first time! They had a flat screen TV set up in the ultrasound room so we both had a great view of the baby the entire time. They said he/she is measuring right on schedule(1.3 cm) and has a strong heartbeat (which we could see). Baby S was also moving a little bit which was cool to see. It was all very exciting. I don't think I've ever seen Matt smile so much. He has had this grin plastered on his face since yesterday morning. It was just amazing to see the baby that is growing inside of me. We both can't stop looking at the ultrasound picture.

After the ultrasound and meeting with the doctor, we met with a nurse who gave us a ton of information. We are going back on 2/9 for another checkup. They will do an ultrasound and some bloodwork to check for any problems with the baby. These tests were optional but we decided to go ahead and do them.

Here is Baby Sheldon's first picture:















This week I have had a lot of new symptoms/changes. Currently I have to eat about every 2-3 hours to ward off horrible nausea. I haven't actually had morning sickness and I hope not to. So I've gone from eating 3 meals to eating 5-6 small meals/snacks per day. This is also the first week that my pants feel a little tight around the waist when I put them on in the morning. I think I will only be able to get away with my regular pants for a few more weeks. Have I mentioned how excited I am about summer? I can't wait to be able to wear dresses without freezing!





































Pregnancy Highlights

How far along: 8 Weeks

Size of baby: Raspberry. Webbed fingers and toes are poking out from baby's hands and feet, his eyelids practically cover his eyes, breathing tubes extend from his throat to the branches of his developing lungs, and his "tail" is just about gone. His arms have lengthened, too, and his hands are now flexed at the wrist and meet over his heart. His knee joints have formed, and his feet may be long enough to meet in front of his body. In his brain, nerve cells are branching out to connect with one another, forming primitive neural pathways.

Total weight gain/loss: 2 lb

Symptoms: Exhaustion, bloating, and nausea.

What I miss: Not feeling tired.

Cravings: Eggs, cheese, and pears.

Best Moment of the Week:Seeing Baby Sheldon for the first time!