13-6-2009 - 20 Weeks Pregnant

My mood while writing this blog: Ok

The 20th week of pregnancy brings you right in the middle of your pregnancy and you are in the middle of the second trimester which is one of the best periods as you do not face the difficulties of either stages of pregnancy and are quite comfortable with your pregnancy status by now. Traveling plans can be made at this stage however the precautions need to be taken about eating outside food as getting an infection at this stage can cause harm to the baby as well as you. You can start creating a birth plan giving details about your preferences for the birth of the baby and the procedure to be followed in a normal delivery or while handling complicated situations. A birth plan gives you confidence and helps you gain control of the situation in an emergency. You can start practicing relaxation by carrying out breathing exercises, massages, yoga under supervision or light exercises to relieve stress. If you have not done so by now you can conduct the pregnancy tests required for detecting abnormalities or defects. You can have a baby wellness kit ready which can include all information about the delivery and the baby as well as taking care of the baby in the initial stages after birth. This can prepare you for the delivery as well as keep you informed well in advance about what to expect.

You have grown into a beautiful baby with all the right parts. Mommy went to her regular 20 ultrasound and they again confirmed that you infact are a girl. Mommy is feeling better and is continuing to take antibiotics. Every time we see you, you have grown so much. Mommy is half way there. Only 20 more weeks until you are fully Cooked inside. Grandpa thinks that if you cook long enough maybe your girl parts will grow boy parts. This is your grandpa's way of teasing Mommy. We are happy that you are healthy and the rest of the blood work came back perfectly normal. You are woderfully and beautifully made. Mommy says that you move every day and she talks to you to calm you down. She also notices that the cats love to lay across her tummy.