New Sensations

We're now 16 weeks into the pregnancy and are watching the belly get bigger and bigger. Though I miss fitting into the smaller pants without having them unbuttoned, it's comforting to remember that this evergrowing pouch is due to a baby growing healthily on the inside. I had another checkup today with Dr. McKelvey. The heartbeat was still good and strong, and everything looked good with me. I did have a few questions for her though. As I get further along in this pregnancy, I'm getting these weird sensations in my legs every once in awhile where it feels like everything from my hips down are tingling as if it's restless legs syndrome or something. When I asked her about it at the appointment today, she said the baby is probably sitting on a nerve when I feel that. How annoying but how even more exciting, to hear about the baby moving around in there!!!! I'll deal with the funny tingles if it means my baby being healthy and mobile! I have to go back later this week for the blood test. My next appointment is Tuesday, Sept. 1, but even more exciting is that our first ultrasound is Friday, Sept. 4! We should know how many and the gender before I leave with the junior highers for Camp Patmos at Kelley's Island!!! We're thrilled about that and just praying that the baby be extra cooperative that day!

And to leave with a laugh, here's my newest belly shot at 16 weeks. It's grown quite a bit since 12 weeks, yet the doctor said I've only gained ONE POUND in the four weeks!! I just may lose weight with this pregnancy!! Here you go...