Blessed By A Miracle From Above: Monday's Appointment-16 weeks!

Hi All!!

We went for our 16 week check-up on Monday and everything is PERFECT so far!!! We heard the heartbeat, checked my weight (still the same), checked for infections and discussed some questions I had. My doctor laughed at me with my questions. He said, "Man, you're an EARLY planner." Chris' response was YOU HAVE NO IDEA! Anyhow, the doctor gave us some pediatrician recommendations, told me I don't have to have a C-section (I had ovarian cysts removed years ago), told us when to register at the hospital and what classes to take! Less than 3 weeks until we find out if we're team PINK or team BLUE! We both think BLUE. Even the doctor "guessed" BOY! WE CAN'T WAIT! Anyhow, here's "Nemo's" update!!!

Get ready for a growth spurt. In the next few weeks, your baby will double his weight and add inches to his length. Right now he's 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. His legs are much more developed, his head is more erect than it has been, and his eyes have moved closer to the front of his head. His ears are close to their final position, too. The patterning of his scalp has begun, though his locks aren't recognizable yet. He's even started growing toenails. And there's a lot happening inside as well. For example, his heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, and this amount will continue to increase as your baby continues to develop.