Mommy is 23 weeks pregnant! WOOT! One more week to viability! Of course we in no way want to meet you this soon, but it is reassuring to know that we are getting closer to that magic number where you will have a chance of survival outside of the womb. I looked back at your cousin, Nevaeh's blog and noticed that I posted news about our nearest big city being more and more successful at saving babies born as early as 22 weeks, with a lot of medical intervention....that was 5 years ago!!!! :-).
According to Babycenter your sense of movement is well developed by now. Which yours has been for a few weeks now! Mommy can predict when she should be feeling you move around and she has captured those precious movements on video many times now! I love watching them!!!! You are now more than 11 inches long and should weigh well over a pound (about as much as a large mango), you were already measuring 1 lb. a few weeks ago! The blood vessels in your lungs are developing to prepare for breathing, and the sounds that your increasingly keen ears pick up are preparing you for entry into the outside world. Loud noises that become familiar now — such as the dogs barking or the roar of the vacuum cleaner — probably won't faze you when you hear them outside the womb.....especially the loud rambunctious voice of your sister! At least we hope not! I have a feeling you will be the mello one....taking life one day at a time!
Mommy has noticed that her ankles and feet are starting to swell, especially at the end of the day or during the warmer weather this Spring so far! I hate to see what August brings!. This is due to sluggish circulation in the legs — coupled with changes in the blood chemistry that may cause some water retention — may result in swelling, also known as edema. Her body will get rid of the extra fluid after she gives birth to you....this is why Mommy pees frequently and will most likely sweat a lot for a few days after delivery. In the meantime, Mommy can lie on her left side or put her feet up when she can! But that is easier said than done while chasing after a toddler! She also started having inconsistent Braxton Hicks contractions, which are completely normal to have at this stage of the pregnancy!
One week to viability!
Can't wait to post then!
Love Always, Mimi
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