McGrowing: Week 20!

by April on February 11, 2013 · 6 comments

“And I’m HALFWAY THERE, halfway there!” (Sung to the tune of “Almost there.” We watch a lot of Princess and the Frog.)

I apologize for the pathetic photo this week. I planned to take a pic earlier, but we were busy. I figured I’d have time later in the day… and then it got dark. My other pics are quite cute, but there’s a shirtless little girl in them and I don’t share those photos online. I’d rather be safe than sorry. :)  Just trust me when I say they are adorable!

Besides, we may have more photos later in the week! ;)

McGrowing: Week 20

Baby is: The length of a banana (10 inches) and about 10.5 ounces!  She/he is also practicing lots of swallowing!

Symptoms: Feeling good!

Cravings: Sweets! I’m in TROUBLE!

Aversions: I think all my aversions are almost all gone! Woohoo! Now I’m going to have to be extra vigilant about making good decisions. I might have to give away all the cookies in my house. It’s getting to be bad, y’all. My self-control is flying out the window.

Drinking: Water, coffee, green smoothies (spinach, frozen mixed fruit, and juice), juice… root beer. I need to STOP DRINKING FIZZY DELICIOUS DRINKS.

Clothes:  Umm, I kind of hate my clothes this week. This is going to be a long next 20 weeks. 

Baby’s heartbeat: 144 bpm as of last Monday! (Feb 4)

Boy or Girl?ALL IS CONFIRMED THIS WEEK! Will we share with you all Friday? Mayyyyybe. :)

What I miss: Being able to reach under the bed easily. HA!

What I’m looking forward to: Valentine’s Day! More baby movements. Going to the Just Between Friends‘ sale next month and stocking up on baby goodies (pink or blue)!! (By the way… look for a giveaway starting TOMORROW!)

I’ve been working out on my back more and it’s making a huge difference!  I went to the doctor last week and it was revealed that I gained 7 pounds in the last month. That was really disappointing. All that means is that I need to work harder and stop giving in to all my cravings. The doctor just suggested that I work out more… and he’s right. I’ve totally slacked off.

This past week was a better discipline week for B too. We’ve had to reinforce some rules and we are starting to see a marked difference. It’s amazing how much better a week can be!

Can’t wait to share all the exciting news this week!

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  • http://www.reallifenotes.com/ Jill Schrader

    You have to share the gender this week! You promised. *whinykidvoice. And I was thinking this weekend, “This week I get to find out if April’s having a girl or a boy!”

    • http://red-dirt-mama.com/ April McGrew

      I will, for sure!

  • Amanda E

    Yes, I want to know!!! Is it Friday yet???

    • http://red-dirt-mama.com/ April McGrew

      One more day!! :)

  • http://twitter.com/juliahembree Julia Hembree

    I can’t believe you are half way there!!!! Rooting you on girl and I can’t wait to hear the gender! :)

    • http://red-dirt-mama.com/ April McGrew

      Thanks girl!

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