Aug. 24: The baby-on-the-way is growing in leaps and bounds. Last week, they told me it was 2.5 oz, and this week (week 16), it added a whole additional ounce. I’ve been feeling really good for the last month or so. Actually, my regular jeans fit me again. They didn’t fit well starting at about week 8, but then a couple weeks back, I think that things moved up, so at least temporarily, I can wear my pants even with belts again. Not for long, I bet! My appetite has picked up, and I’m consuming lots of calories for this little one to grow on:)
Here’s the update from BabyCenter.com
At 4 1/2 inches long (head to bottom) and 3 1/2 ounces, your baby is about the size of an avocado.
In the next three weeks, she’ll go through a tremendous growth spurt, doubling her weight and adding inches to her length. The patterning of her scalp has begun, though her hair isn’t recognizable yet. Although closed, her eyes are moving (slowly), and she’s even started growing toenails. Her fingernails and toenails will continue to grow, so don’t be surprised if she needs them trimmed soon after birth.