Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Baby Names

This is what I read:
"Naming your baby is one of the most important tasks you will ever undertake. The name is central to a child's earliest sense of identity, so the worst thing you could do when choosing a baby name is to rush into it. Settling for a name you are not 100% happy with may affect you and your child for a lifetime!"

And we think we may have a name... but... not for sure. Thanks for voting on our poll! Olivia was very popular, however it is one of the most popular names right now and we don't really want our little girl to have the same name as everyone else. We have one in mind we are very fond of... but still not completely sure!

Some names family and friends have suggested... Bella, Lily, Isobel, Hope, and Gillian. Leave a comment if you have a idea for our newest addition!

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

22 weeks pregnant


How our baby's growing: At 11 inches (the length of a spaghetti squash) and almost 1 pound, our baby is starting to look like a miniature newborn. Her lips, eyelids, and eyebrows are becoming more distinct, and she's even developing tiny tooth buds beneath his gums. Her eyes have formed, but his irises (the colored part of the eye) still lack pigment. If you could see inside your womb, you'd be able to spot the fine hair (lanugo) that covers her body and the deep wrinkles on her skin, which he'll sport until he adds a padding of fat to fill them in. Inside her belly, her pancreas — essential for the production of some important hormones — is developing steadily.

How I am changing: At this point, I may find your belly becoming a hand magnet. It's perfectly okay to tell folks who touch your tummy that you'd rather they didn't. And if people are telling you that you look smaller or bigger than you should at this point, remember that each woman grows — and shows — at her own rate. What's important is that you see your practitioner for regular visits so she can make sure your baby's growth is on track.