Week 21 #Bumpdate

How far along? 21 weeks!

Baby is the size of a pomegranate, 10.5 inches and 12.7 ounces aprox.

What's new for baby? 

• Your baby’s brain and muscles are working in synchronisation this week which means there’s intent behind those movements.
• Your baby is constantly taking amniotic fluid into its mouth and swallowing it.
• Tiny tooth buds for your baby’s permanent teeth are starting to form in their gums from this week. 

Total weight gain/measurements: 5 lbs in total... Can you believe it? 

Maternity clothes: Yes! This week I realized it was time to invest in new comfy bottoms. After going to three different stores (GAP, Old Navy and TJMaxx) and finding out that they do not carry any maternity clothes, I found myself at Target and added three new pieces to my wardrobe: a pair of denim shorts, a sleeveless dress and a denim top. All three pieces are extremely comfortable (specially the shorts, most comfortable pair of shorts I've ever got) and the fabric is really good quality. Liz Lange is definitely a good option for maternity clothes! So this it, I am not planning to buy anymore clothes anytime soon. Most of my clothes still fit and time goes by fast; I'd rather spend the money in baby gear or diapers.

Stretch marks? Not yet! We'll see. I added Honest Co. Organic Oil to my beauty routine. I use it after I shower in my belly, breasts, hips and tights.

Sleep: It's all good. Trips to the loo at 2am are ritual.

Best moment this week:  Our brother visited us from Seattle and we had lots of fun. (I ate too many burgers yumm). On Saturday, Jay and I spent the day together shopping new stuff for our bathroom and maternity clothes; we couldn't stop joking at every silly thing...

Movement: Yes ;)

Food cravings: water, bread and butter.

Anything making you queasy or sick? strong coffee smell.

Gender: baby girl!

Symptoms: I am just amazed by how much my belly is growing. Finally, it's becoming more obvious.

Belly button in or out? In. I do not think it will ever be out.

Wedding rings on or off? On, my fingers are still the same. Yay! :)

Happy or moody most of the time: Happy

Looking forward to: My family visit and this week's appointment at the doctors.

Shopping: Jenny bought four different dresses for our girl (she already has a nicer wardrobe than me). I am constantly daydreaming about our family of three. Oh baby, daddy and I are so excited!