Sweet Pea

I am officially done with week 5 and starting week 6! This past week really hasn't felt any different than any other week in my life. The only symptoms I had was a little fatigue and frequent trips to the bathroom. Besides that, I really haven't 'felt' pregnant. My headaches have also subsided. Last week, I went in for my blood and urine test to check for any conditions that may be harmful to the baby.

This week marks a milestone—the baby-to-be's heart takes its first beats. Right now, the baby is the size of a sweet pea (about .25 of any inch). The baby also hit a growth spurt and will triple in size! This week is a period of extremely important development in the baby. The baby-to-be's brain begins to take shape. The head becomes more distinct with tiny spots appearing that mark the places where the eyes will form. Spots for the ears also become visible. Buds that will later become arms and legs begin. And for the first time the baby's heart beats. The baby's tiny heart beat is beating 80 times a minute and getting faster each day. In the growing midsection, the lungs, liver, and other organs are forming. The baby is also starting to sprout a nose, checks and chin.

This week I have an appointment with another OBGYN that has come highly recommended to me. I meet with him on Wednesday and if I like him, will keep him as my official Doctor. On Thursday, Matt and I have our first ultrasound to see the baby and view it's heartbeat! We are so excited and just want to meet our baby and know everything is ok!