Papaya "Punch"

So I'm 23 weeks today.

Exciting!!

I just can't believe how close I'm getting to holding my lil man in my arms. I feel him all the time now and it is the most wonderful sensation I've ever felt in my life. All the kicks are really evident now and it's beautiful.

But, are they kicks?

I went in to have a follow up NT Scan last week so I got a chance to see my baby again. Long story short, the tech took all of the measurements again and everything looks great. As I was looking at the screen I noticed the baby was throwing his fists around like crazy. Seeing this prompted me to ask the tech where exactly the baby was situated. He told me that he's head down and staying mostly on my left side. That's when I realized he hasn't been kicking me, he's been punching me!!

I couldn't believe it! All this time he's been punching me?! I couldn't help but laugh. It just goes to show you how little you know until you know it, you know?

In other news, nesting has become a way of life for me. Because hubby & I live in a loft, there's very little room for storage. So, I've been busy cleaning out cabinets and drawers, getting rid of things we don't need, to make room for baby. The process has turned into somewhat of a hobby but it's also been really cathartic.

"Out with the old, in with the new", as they say.

I'm cleaning out the closets and cabinets of all the old stuff that's become clutter in our lives and with every bag I fill for Goodwill, an actual weight is lifted off my shoulders. A certain lightness of being settles in and my mood lifts as well because I know I'm clearing the path for this next part of our journey. I'm getting closer to the horizon I spoke of very early on in my endeavor to become "mommy", and closer still to the realization that all of my struggles have been worth it. I appreciate this opportunity. I treasure this opportunity. I have earned this opportunity and I will not squander it.


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Weekly Update

How far along? 23 weeks
Stretch marks? Nope, not yet
Sleep: Actually sleeping better but I'm still struggling a lil bit with acid reflux
Movement: I feel him all the time now!
Food cravings: Does FOOD count?Gender: A BOY!!
What I miss: Still missing my knees & ankles
What I am looking forward to: Having him!!

Milestones: I think I felt baby boy kick on the outside!

A Papaya

Watch what you say -- baby is now able to hear outside noise from down in the womb. Studies show that baby finds gentle music and your own voice most soothing. Nipples are starting to sprout, and that little face is fully formed. And, baby's starting to settle into sleep cycles, snoozing about 12 to 14 hours a day. It shouldn't be hard to figure out when -- just pay attention to those kicks as they start and stop.