Yay...I made it to double digits!!! I really thought the first trimester would drag but surprisingly it's going fast. I'm sure having the holidays in the middle of it made the time go quickly. Tomorrow I have my progresterone injections and bloodwork to see if I can get taken off them. I really hope my progesterone went up so things are continuing to develop well in there plus my bum really could use the break. My entire butt is black and blue from the injections and sitting gets to be difficult. Oh well...this is all well worth it in the end. I'm still having headaches and lack of energy to get through the day but it does seem to be better than weeks 8 and 9. The weeks of Christmas and New Years were a struggle and I'm glad they are behind me. I'm excited to get my life back to normal and looking forward to lots of lia sophia activities this month.
Fetal Development
This week marks the beginning of the fetal period, which lasts until birth. Your baby's body systems, such as circulatory, nervous, reproductive and digestive, are fully formed during this time. His heart is beating approximately 160-170 beats per minute. Your baby is 27 - 35 mm or 1.06 - 1.38 inches with 1/2 the length being attributed to the head. He weighs between 3 - 4 grams (or less then 1/2 ounce), or 4 paper clips.
Also, your baby will become much more active then before, but unfortunately, his movements are still too small for you to notice. He will be moving his arms and legs, which can be seen on an ultrasound. Your baby's joints are fully formed, as are his tiny hands, feet, fingers and toes. At this age, he would be able to grab an object, if it were placed in his hand, as he grows more and more sensitive to touch. Your baby's eyes are open most of the time but the eyelids are beginning to fuse - they will stay that way until you reach approximately 25 to 27 weeks. The external genitalia are beginning to be able to show your baby's gender and both the external ears and upper lip are completely formed now. Your baby's biggest accomplishment this week is the disappearance of the tail!
Also, your baby is breathing. This breathing activity is noticeable as he "breathes" amniotic fluid. He is beginning to urinate as well.
My Symptoms
- Headaches
- Lack of energy
- Hungry all the time
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Forgot to say that the fatigue is terrible and make sure you do what your body is telling you!!! That baby is growing and fast and you need all the sleep you can get. Thinking of you!!!
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