I had a doctor's appointment at 17 weeks, and my doctor correctly pointed out how second pregnancies tend to show quicker. But, he said I was a good size! And we heard that strong heartbeat right away. <3 p="">
Baby is now the size of a sweet potato!
Aaron likes to play "Baby Doctor." He has a little plastic wand-looking toy, he places it on my tummy (or his dolls, or has me do it to him), and we listen for babies or just make sure the patient is "Okay!!"
Just like with Aaron, morning sickness was nothing more than headaches and exhaustion in the first trimester, with occasional nausea. And just like with Aaron, I've actually been sick in the second trimester. Certain foods set me off now (never knowing what), and I can't keep it down.
On top of that, I came down with a nasty cold/cough. The cough has lasted two weeks now, and I have been miserable! I finally called my doc and he prescribed a stronger cough syrup stating that it is now important that I get REST! The risks of the syrup are less than the benefits of it at this point. It is hard for me to allow myself to take the medication, but I have been so worn down. So I am trusting my doctor and already I am feeling alive again!
We find out if we're having a boy or a girl in 3 weeks! We are so excited! Our guess is boy. We will see!
