23 Weeks.

So, a few things going on with the baby-growing lately.

At my last OB appointment, Gavin kept up with his typical uncooperativeness. He was moving around so much, it took awhile to hear his heartbeat clearly with the doppler. She even tried pressing on my belly (at the top of my uterus) to limit his space. haha. It actually worked! In the end, she only got a range of 152-158, which is good. 

His kicks are also getting a lot more vigorous and complex, which I love. He's gone from the early days of soft, single nudges to full-on acrobatics. I'll often feel kicks near the back or bottom of my uterus and front at the same time. Like he's kicking and pushing outward in all directions. And today for the first time it felt like he kicked an organ! I had to pee really bad, so my bladder was probably just pushing into his space more than normal, but it definitely felt like he was kicking it, signaling me to get up and go pee already. Sorry Gavin, I didn't wanna leave my meatball sub! Nom!

Speaking of eating, I learned how much weight I've gained thus far in pregnancy. Essentially, I was shocked. I didn't feel like I'd gained that much! But I guess that's a good thing, cause if I can gain this certain number and I only see a difference in my boobs and belly, I think that's a good sign for the rest of my body. or something. If I gained up to the recommended amount (something like 35 pounds), I think I would still resemble my pre-pregnancy self. Except my belly. That definitely will be different. God dammit.

Oh, also very exciting: We have the baby shower invitations! My mom and I sat for like an hour designing and finding the right wording we wanted and I think they turned out amazing. 

With baby shower planning officially underway, I'll say now that I'm registered at Target and Babies R Us. If you know me, you know what name to search for.

Note on the registries: Yes, my mom and I got scan-happy when we made them. We realized it was better to over-do it than under-do it. We made sure as much as possible to skip the frivolous stuff as well. (Who the fuck needs a baby wipe warmer?) Also, yeah we put in there some of the more expensive items. I've had some family indicate they wanted to buy us a big ticket item for the baby, so I had to pick things I liked. SO there!

Anyway, if you feel so inclined, have at it! Help me acquire things for the caretaking of my little nugget!