Past half way

We began our 21^st week! At this time the baby swallows lots of amniotic fluid daily. From what I understand the taste of the fluid differs from day to day depending on what I eat. The smorgasbord of tastes won't be lost on little Eggert either, because the taste buds are already very developed. Though I seem to eat more basic foods and toned down flavors while pregnant (compared to my usual all over the place taste), I get big kudos from the doctor regarding my nutrition and food verity. I think there is something to eating well and introducing food flavors while pregnant and breastfeeding. Though Guin has typical kid likes of desserts and fruits, she is a well rounded eater with a love of veggies plus a tolerance for strong flavors and spice. She eats her meat and proteins too, though she’s not too crazy about nuts in standard form (crunchy) she does enjoy an occasional creamy nut spread. I am a bit of a foodie as most people know and am excited to have such an adventurous eater to share food experiences with. I hope with the next one, they also don’t put up a fight when it comes to eating and eating well.

It has begun – Cankles!

My ankles and feet have begun swelling by the end of the day. I realize, drinking water (proper hydration) is key, but it continues to be a little tricky for me. I am back to water giving me heartburn or causing nausea. I drink as much as I can stomach because I know it’s so important. Also, I try to rest in the evenings with my feet elevated. So far so good, no broken blood vessels in my legs and I can fit into my fat feet shoes (sizes and styles I had to use at the end of my previous pregnancy due to swelling) comfortably.

Sick & Tired

So, I vomited for the third time this pregnancy (two more then when carrying G). What was nice was that I felt completely fine afterward. I know I can’t complain because so many of my friends and family have shared with me their struggles with ‘morning sickness’. Though mine seems more blood sugar related, I seem to have it a little easier – regarding frequency anyway. My challenge is the abruptness of the onset of symptoms.

Baby still has a great deal of room; there's plenty of space for twisting, turning, and even an occasional somersault. With all that belly dancing going on, it's hard to believe Eggy gets any sleep at all. I do feel the baby wakes and sleeps in regular intervals based on the movement patterns. I’m pretty sure the little one sleeps as much as a newborn, perhaps 10 to 12 hours per day! Now if only I could get some restful sleep! I am short of breath, sore, and tired – Although, I really do feel quite good, physically.