34 weeks down, and at the most only 6 more to go. According to 'My Pregnancy', an app on my phone, my son should weigh approx. 4 3/4 lbs. and be almost 18 in. in length.
Pretty crazy to think that this child, My Son, is already this big and still able to fit in my stomach. I guess it's true . . . God really does make miracles happen. As you can tell in the picture above, his layers of fat are filling out. He'll use these to regulate his body temperature once he's born. His lungs are well developed; and even if he was born today, he would be fine and most likely have no major long term problems. So I'm not worried a bit. It seems like every day his kicks and hits ensure his health, and although I sometimes feel like he's fighting me from the inside, I know it's a good sign. He's getting stronger and can't wait to meet the real world.
Now all I can do is wait and hope I make it through my graduation and confirmation. But if not, oh well. I'm more ready than ever to be a mother. Thank God for my boyfriend and son, I couldn't ask for any better.

You continue to post really good stuff, Julie! I like this last post, and how you included the picture while taking the time to explain it. Your blog feels informative and personal at the same time...which is a good combo.
ReplyDeleteOne thing I thought would be cool is if you took more time to give your review of that app you mentioned. You could even do a separate blog entry where you review "The Most helpful Apps and Websites for Expecting Mothers" or something like that. I am sure there are all kinds of resources out there, and it might be cool if you highlighted some of the more useful ones. Just an idea.
Anyhow, keep writing. Share this with your family! I bet they'd be so impressed with your mature thoughts on this topic.
Nice work-
Mr. Tucker