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By this week, your baby's crown-to-rump length is approximately 9.2 inches. Remember, that is only from the top of his head to his bottom and does not include his leg measurements! Your baby weighs almost 2 pounds and is beginning to put on weight. Your uterus is about 2.5 inches above your bellybutton and you will continue to grow approximately 1 cm each week. If you have been eating a well-balanced diet, you probably have gained about 16-22 pounds so far. Because your baby has moved further up, you may get occasional pain underneath your ribs.

After a month of having his eyelids sealed shut, your baby begins to open his eyes again this week. Your baby's eyes are almost completely developed. Your baby's eyes are blue in the womb and may change colors later in life. This is true for all races because the pupils do not have their final color until a few months after birth. However, some babies are born with darker or lighter shades of blue. Your growing baby will continue to put on layers of fat until he is born. He is still lean at this point of the pregnancy though. By the time your baby is born, he will assume the typical newborn's plumpness. Your baby's skin will still be wrinkled and red, but the fat continues to fill the skin out.

Finger and toe nails continue to grow.

Blood vessels start to develop in the lungs to prepare the baby for life outside the uterus.

Your baby's blood circulation is completely functional. The umbilical cord system continues to grow and thicken as blood travels with considerable force through the body to nurture the baby. The placenta is now almost equal in size to the baby.

Even though it is still way too soon for your baby to be born yet, the chance of survival without severe abnormalities is now 70% provided it is born in a hospital.

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2ndbabyontheway - 2.2 hours ago
Amandaandandy - My uncle just passed away this Tuesday after being diagnosed in early December. He was like a father to me because my father isn't very involved in my life. It was an extremely hard thing to go through but experiences like this make people realize how strong they are. Being hormonal and pregnant doesn't make it any easier either. My heart goes out to you and I hope that your father hangs in there and that you get to spend many more months or years with him. Thinking of you.

42O - 5.6 hours ago
for some reason i get hungry ALL the time now /:< like starving hungry this happens like every hour , she even woke me up last night at 3am kicking and i ate a string cheese and after she didnt move one bit , is rhis happening to anybody ?

savedbygrace - 6 hours ago
its gettin very difficult to bend over! having to clean up after 2 boys makes it hard, but they help SOMETIMES! LOL seems that when i reached the 6 1/2 month mark, time is slowin down...cant wait til may!

amandaandandy - 1 days ago
Thanks guys, my dad believes he won't be around for long so thats also a pretty clear indication and hes gone down hill fast- its in every part of his body so there isn't recovery for that. For now its daily visits and comfort-

linnea d - 1 days ago
Amandaandandy- I'm sorry for your dad. My dad passed away a year ago and although it wasnt during my pregnancy I'm really feeling it now bc he is not here to meet the baby things like that. But in hindsight I feel my baby will have apart of him in her :) I hope the best for you and your family and stay positive. My dad was sick for years and escaped death countless times. The docs always told us 'he wouldn't make it thru the night' and he lived 4 more years. The body can do amazing things :)

savedbygrace - 1 days ago
amandaandandy-sorry to hear about your dad, God can do great things and your dad still could be here for a long time, just cause the doctor says one thing, doesnt mean he wont make it, God is the great physician. I just wanted to give you some encouragement, i will keep ur family in my prayers tonight and at church tomorrow.

amandaandandy - 1 days ago
I have had less movement over the past two days. My father was just diagnosed with terminal cancer and more then likely won't make it through my pregnancy- I have been there every day this week and I'm assuming that my stress is effecting the baby- I have had an easy pregnancy and stress free aside from this and the death of my grandma in nov- (deep breath) Although I don't want to put pressure on this baby, this child is helping me get through these hard times- Gives me something to look forward to, something to enjoy and Andy and i have something positive to talk about instead of dwelling on the current situation.

savedbygrace - 1 days ago
420-im getting bh too...about 2 maybe 3 a day. my my lil man is still active, more at night, he wakes me up kicking and squirmin around

42O - 1 days ago
starting to get braxton hicks ): there so not fun and very uncomfortable , she dosent move as much anymorr but when she does it is known i guess theres less room for her now <3 98 days left !

juliasmommy*blue* - 1 days ago
Growbaby- my little guy seems to be pretty calm at night too! I get up with my 2 1/2 yo daughter twice a night and I've never felt him move past like 1030. Hope this is his regular schedule! My daughter never was (and obviously still isn't) a great sleeper. Maybe I can get lucky with him!

savedbygrace - 1 days ago
OH MY! I finally got back on here! Last week I went to update my profile and then all a sudden it signed me out, my pics were gone! I havent been able to do nothin. then finally today it let me sign in, so now, how is ever1? LOL I went to doc yesterday, gained 4 more lbs since Jan 27. Samuel measuring right on schedule, sugar test next app in 3 weeks.

growbabygrow - 2 days ago
My lil guy is so active.He is up most of the day and sleeps all night.I hope he keeps this up when he gets here. I love showing people my little knots when he is pushing up...too cute. He's a good kicker already, the tv remote doesn't stand a chance on my tummy.

plumeria2462 - 2 days ago
Glad to hear amanda, mine is not as active as he use to be either. Must be loosing a lil more room in there by now. My lil man has a thing for kicking my colon its the most unwelcome feeling, even a hint of pee in my bladder and I am notified he is bothered by it. Wonder what his personality will be when he comes out?

amandaandandy - 2 days ago
Baby finally moved around 4 pm----

amandaandandy - 2 days ago
I am stressed out today- I havent felt the baby move at all- Normally baby is super active! And has a regular schedule. I havent been active today (just at work at a desk currently). I have had a cold drink, I have had a sugar product. I don't get it... Normally I wouldve felt the baby in the morning when I first woke up, again while getting ready, nothing on my hour drive, then once I'm settled at work I feel something, then around 10 am and again by noon.

Laura *(Yellow)* - 3 days ago
I've gained 7 pounds so far... far cry from 25 pounds with my DD at this point. I even asked my doctor today if I was measuring too small lol she said nope that I'm measuring perfect... I'll chalk it up to this baby only wanting veggies and fruit! :)

amandaandandy - 3 days ago
I have a chiropractor appointment today at 3 which I am very excited for! At my midwife appointment today we discovered I have gained exactly 20 lbs. Might be 18-19 due to it being mid day and fully dressed. I feel good. Massage booked for 2 weeks from now- Hopefully this helps my poor back- I've never been over 126 in my life and never had this kind of stress on my back before-

plumeria2462 - 3 days ago
Just remember water weight is cruel, I take my socks off at night and it looks like I've had rubberbands around them. If you know you eating healthy and excercising at a good pace for you, try not to stress. Eating late like past 7:30 ish isn't good for us either. Which is hard for me b/c we are on a 2nd shift schedule. So I try to eat yogurt out of one of my daughters bowls or much on carrots. Certain foods can make you bloat too, like broccoli. My weakness is dr. pepper which is horrible for bloating so I try to drink water and soda at the same time to cut the effects of the carbonation.

morrisoncara - 3 days ago
So far I have gained 17 pounds...I am still working out 5 days a week so I feel like i have gained a lot...either way I added a belly shot to the week 26 belly photo book. 26 weeks tomorrow:)

steveswife0425@yahoo.com - 3 days ago
My belly felt like it was going to pop last night. It was a really weird feeling.. haha but woke to my little kitty using my belly as a blanket.Last night went to babies r us and got a Carrier.. Got the Chicco ultra soft 2 way one.. Wanted to get a sling but the only thing they had was a mobywrap and that to me looks like a tshirt ripped in half tied around your baby.. Plus with this carrier my hubby might use it .. he already told my he wasnt going anywhere near a sling.

bbynumber1 - 4 days ago
at my last appt ive only gainedd 8 lbs but i feel like its 50. i lost some at the begining its finally starting to come back. but i dont want to gain anymore. from you ladies it looks like i have a lot more to go :( i gained that 8 lbs in one week too. not good.

bbynumber1 - 4 days ago
@maybbaby. i havent heard of it. ill have to look. i wish it was just one for our month. its kinda nice knowing people that are going though the same thing right now.

Kbabs - 4 days ago
I have gained 25 - I also went up 3 bra sizes! No wonder I have been so uncomfortable! I finally went and got measured yesterday and I was shocked! I feel so much more comfy now, but all my new bras are gigantic old lady ones...

MayBaby(Pink) - 4 days ago
Hi girls! Just wondering are any of you on the facebook page for this site?? Its called IAP mammas 2012, it's very good!

amandaandandy - 4 days ago
Thank you- I feel gross- not my tummy- I love that bump- especially when it beats me from the inside- But just my hips and the extras I see everywhere else kinda suck-

plumeria2462 - 4 days ago
Once our bedroom is back to normal I will be able to post a pic, only a few more days and th hubby's closet ill be finished and we can put all his stuff back. Anyone else's belly have sort of a sagging feeling? I feel like my stomach muscles are 4 inches apart.

tlb562 blue - 4 days ago
You look awesome too a2d!!

tlb562 blue - 4 days ago
You look great Amanda!

amandaandandy - 4 days ago
A2D- I looked but couldn't find your picture

A2D - 5 days ago
Ladies, picture of my current belly is at the bottom of my blog 'Half way & Counting' Wishing you all a wonderful day Mommas! XXX

jessicaa(BLUE) - 5 days ago
glocuse test=done...now to wait for the results to see if this is why little man is measuring big...

amandaandandy - 5 days ago
Ive added it to 26 weeks and my profile- I am around 20 pounds... I thought I had added the picture earlier but I put it in the wrong folder : (

tlb562 blue - 5 days ago
As of this morning 23 pounds! ugh I have a feeling I'm going to gain 35-40 total this preg :( what about you? I didn't see your picture, is it on your profile?

amandaandandy - 5 days ago
tlb562 blue- what is your total weight gain at?

tlb562 blue - 5 days ago
amanda - just posted a belly pic on my page. Please ignore my terrible roots....just got my hair done tonight but took this pic before lol :)

tlb562 blue - 5 days ago
Im going back and forth between week 26 and 27 today...hate these couple of days when we havent all moved over yet :)

brandi0881 *pink* - 5 days ago
omg Maybabe- I have gained 30lbs already too!! Doc says it's fine, but I aint too crazy about it!

amandaandandy - 5 days ago
Hey ladies- i am adding a photo of the belly at 26 weeks- Id love to see you all add to the belly photos!!

mommalibbyxoxo - 5 days ago
Hey ladies! I've been having CRAZY dreams too. That was one of my first pregnancy symptoms. Some scary, some sexual, and some just out right weird! I dream alot regardless of being pregnant so it only gets worse lol. I was at doctors last week and weighed, so far only gained 14lbs. I feel like its more like 50 lbs. haha! Ithappened~ I wouldnt worry to much, baby is probably on an organ, bladder or intestine. Feels like weird stuff is always going on inside of me I know. But I would mention it to my doctor if it doesnt stop. I've been having lots of BH also. They don't hurt but the cramping is a little uncomfortable. On another note.. with having two kids already, I can say I somewhat know what to expect and how the drill works. But with that, I'm freaking out thinking about it. I know in the end it will all be ok, but I am scared! I just need to stop thinking about so much I think. Anyone else feeling like that? And YYYYAAAAAAAAYYYY to the third trimester!! C:

bbynumber1 - 6 days ago
also, hopefully i uploaded all my ultrasound pics a belly pic and a couple of me. let me know if you can see those also! and for those who havent added me on fb yet my email is sbohall@hotmail.com and let me know who u are! ah its so great to be back!!

bbynumber1 - 6 days ago
omggg CAN EVERYONE SEE MY POSTS!!!!! i signed up for a new account and it finally woorked i think! i logged out and could never get back on. i had the right passowrd and everything. i do have to start from scratch but thats ok!! how is everyone!!!

A2D - 6 days ago
I had a crazy dream too! Dreamed I had to go for an emergency C Section, and when I woke up, I asked if she was ok, then they turned her face to me and said: IT'S A BOY! Oh dear, why do I keep dreaming it's a boy? Can't wait for our 4D scan on the 19th Feb to confirm...

ItHappened **Blue** - 6 days ago
oh, and i FINALLY started showing this week! it's about darn time! I posted a pic on my profile and about to post one on the bellies part of the site :) i went to sleep looking normal and woke up huge!

ItHappened **Blue** - 6 days ago
weird TMI question..when needing to have a BM, i'm not constipated but it feels like my insides hurt and is like it's almost coming out with it..and since this has been happening when i get up to pee in the night, it hurts so bad until i can actually get to the bathroom. walking hunched over and dreading expelling everything. And I go every 1-2 hours at night so i'm not overly full. I was just sitting here at my desk at work and just got a jabbing pain on the inside towards my vajayjay, it made me stop what i was doing and gasp...is any of this normal? lol. i feel weird asking. ok, one other thing that's uncomfortable is my stomach has been getting cramps..i keep hearing about the braxton hicks not hurting but this hurts..

tlb562 blue - 6 days ago
I had a dream last night about kris humphries....the one Kim kardashian was married to lol weird!!

ItHappened **Blue** - 6 days ago
LMAO, the dreams keep getting crazier :)

expectingmyfirst1*PINK* - 6 days ago
Ithappened- crazy! I had my first baby dream last night. I guesdays after I had her I had to go to work so I didn't meet her til I came to the hospital the next day. My bf had been taking care of her and I tried to change her diaper and just made a mess, Seth had to do it, even my great dane and St Bernard we helping better than I was :( I woke up crying and Seth asked what was wrong I was like you are a better parent than me he goes babe what are you dreaming? ! Lol

ItHappened **Blue** - 6 days ago
Ok, had a very weird dream last night. The dr was feeling my stomach and felt where the baby was..she picked up the baby (still in my stomach), with my skin stretched around him and gave him to me. I held him with one hand and took pics with my phone with the others thinking ppl would never believe me..i gave him back to the dr and he turned into a cat in my womb. i asked if this was a developmental stage and she said a baby is a baby..be happy lol. i asked if he would ever turn back into a baby and she said she could do plastic surgery but he would still just meow lol..craziness. then it turned scary cause he was then out of my stomach and attacking my ankles from under the bed.

expectingmyfirst1*PINK* - 6 days ago
we're doing maternity/engagement pics. Except I'm stressed now cause I haven't hardly gained weight but I was at 2 baby showers this weekend and everyone was taking pics and I'm so swollen! :( my belly has def popped out tho, but everyone keeps telling me I'm tiny. My glucose test is Wednesday then next week is our 3d ultrasound... so excited! Unfortunately I can't fib about the amount of people allowed because everyone knows they have a big viewing room. I'm just gonna send an email saying we've had to ask only our parents to attend (there's 4 moms between the two of us anyway!) and we'll order the DVD and show it at my baby showers. The email said something along the lines of 'bless his heart he was so excited to share our princess with everyone. We WANT all of you there but Miss Evie's welcoming party has grown to an overwhelming number, so unfortunately as to not step on any toes we're going to ask only our parents attend'.

tlb562 blue - 6 days ago
May babe- my next ultra sound is on valentines day....can't wait to see my little guy :) great to hear emma is already over 2 pounds!

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