23 Weeks - 10/19/07 - Mini Me...

Today we visited Dr. Hamersley. Mommy was very worried about her weight. I bet she never thought that she would ever feel this way, but having gained only 8 lbs. since the beginning of the pregnancy seemed to be too little. But the UT gave us great news, she started by measuring the circumference of the head, that checked normal. Then she went to measure major bones, the legs, the arms, major organs - all checked normal. What a relief!!!

The UT confirmed -one more time- that the Little One is a Baby Boy. Is Mommy still doubting this FACT??? Then she zoomed in on that adorable face... you gotta love technology, this Baby looks just like Daddy!!! and we have the picture to prove it. Another interesting shot was of the feet. Mommy has been so worried about them. She even asked Daddy several times to make sure he pays attention to the feet. We finally got to admire those perfect little feet.

Dr. Hamersley gave Mommy and Baby a good report. The placenta is no longer a problem and Baby is healthy and growing strong.

22 Weeks - 10/12/07 - 5 and 1/2 Months

Another appointment with Dr. Fan that went smoothly. Mommy has gained 8 lbs overall, the belly had a good size, blood pressure was normal and most important of all, the Little Guy's heart is beating at a normal rate: 152 bpm.

Mommy had a little bit of a tough week with back pains. Apparently, the placenta is a little stubborn and hasn't move much away from the cervix. Needless to say, this is causing some lower back pain. Daddy has been very good at helping and he rubs Mommy's back in the evenings when we watch TV.

Tonight we went out to celebrate Daddy's birthday. Grandpa Manolo and Grandma Georgina wanted to celebrate at the Tower Oaks Lodge since it's Maine Lobster Month. Lobster is one of Daddy's favorite dishes. It was delicious!!!

The Little Guy is swimming and kicking more these days. Mommy and Daddy are always very excited to feel him.

Mommy is almost finished with her project. Look at the baby blanket she crocheted!!! I think she's very talented!