Week 23

Hi folks! Sorry, no ‘belly picture’ for week 23…my tummy wasn’t feeling so photogenic this weekend. I am continuing to feel good and attending pre-natal yoga classes to work on stretching and strengthening muscles.

Recent changes include a ‘lina negra’ on my lower belly – that’s a dark line that’s common among women at this time in the pregnancy – and, my belly button is starting to pop out! It looks so funny! I’ve outgrown all but one pair of slacks that I brought with me, but have some pregnancy jeans. Will be hitting the shops soon for some roomier shirts. Thanks, Mom, for the ones you sent awhile back…they’re getting lots of use.

Our little baby is over a pound already and the 8 inches in length (size of a standard sized envelope) from crown of the head to rump. It’s moving all over the place and Jason can feel it bopping around in there now.

My next pre-natal appointment is on Thursday the 20th, but it will just be a quick one with the midwife to listen to the heartbeat and take measurements.

Will continue to keep you posted as the baby grows. Love to you all!