This week, LBN weighs almost 2 pounds and is about 14 1/2 inches long with his legs extended. He's sleeping and waking at regular intervals, opening and closing his eyes, and perhaps even sucking his fingers. With more brain tissue developing, LBN's brain is very active now. While his lungs are still immature, they would be capable of functioning — with a lot of medical help — if he were to be born now.
I can chalk up any tiny rhythmic movements I may be feeling to a case of baby hiccups, which may be common from now on. Each episode usually lasts only a few moments, and they don't bother him, so I'm just to relax and enjoy the tickle.
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Very active is right! My belly shakes all day and all night! Last week, I had my 26 week check up - which included an ultrasound! So, Auntie Robbie joined Jack and myself to take a sneak peak at LBN2! Jack was a gem at the doctor's office. He was a little afraid of the ultrasound room - but who can blame him? It was dark with big equipment and beeping noises with an odd table that looked like a bed with feet coming out of it.
Jack warmed up and was thoroughly entertained - and of course, Robbie was super helpful with Jack. Not sure how women do the OBGYN with kids in toe.
Below are some sneak peaks at LBN2 - all organs look great. His brain is measuring 2 weeks ahead of time. But that's to be expected ... Neal's. Jack was the same way. Jack believes he has a baby brother in my belly that he will call 'Baby Sister' and due to the 2D pictures of LBN2's spine, he also thinks there is an alligator in my belly.
Do you think he looks anything like LBN?
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Definitely looks like LBN! Same face, nose and such long fingers! Can't wait! And yes, Jack, it does look like an alligator in Mommy's tummy but you may need to come up with another name besides "Baby Sister". xxoo
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