Week 26

Well, first off, I had a doctor's appointment this week. My uterus measured 26 inches, and Jacob's heart rate was about 155 if I remember right. The doctor said his heartbeat was nice and strong. The doctor asked if I was interested in taking the glucose tolerance test. I didn't think it was an option. He told me that I was not high risk for gestational diabetes. I think I will still take the test at my next doctor's appointment. Just so I know for sure. I have another doctor's appointment in two weeks. The doctor wants to see me one last time before we go on vacation and stay in California for about a month. He just wants to make sure Jacob is still doing well. I'm pretty sure Jacob is just fine. He is much more active these days. It does make it a little difficult to fall asleep at night, but I'm adjusting to his movements.

Jacob is about 14 inches long and weighs about a pound and 2/3

So, this Sunday, there was a girl in the ward who had her baby 2 weeks ago. She has the same doctor that I have and she said she had a great delivery experience, so that was good news for me. She let me hold her little girl. She was so cute!!! I told Ben, "Soon we will be holding a little baby just like this, but he will be our baby!!!" It was such a special experience.

An Updated Belly Picture: 26 weeks and 1 day


How I've Been Feeling:
I'm still feeling pretty good. My stomach hasn't really grown lately, its just become tighter. I don't remember seeing the inside of my belly button, and now it is completely flat! I told Ben today that I think I'm starting to waddle a little bit. haha... I knew it was going to come to this! My only complaint that I have is the acid reflux. My doctor told me to take Zantac everyday, but I haven't bought any yet. Other than that... I'm getting by just fine. School hasn't been too overwhelming, but I will be glad when it is over. This week, I put all of Jacob's clothes in the closet and I put his bath things in the bathroom. This apartment is perfect for a new addition. It was so fun to do a little nesting! I can't wait to do more!!!