Pregnancy Update: 20 Weeks

How far along: 20 weeks - halfway!

Best Moment This Week: Getting our 20-week ultrasound and confirming that this baby is certainly a boy! More than anything, it was very reassuring to see our baby moving, growing and measuring right on target. All of his body parts are perfect and I finally am feeling anxious for him to get here!

Gender: We suspected (via ultrasound) at 12 weeks that this baby was a boy, but I was holding out until the 20-week ultrasound. Wow, three boys...

Movement: In the past week-and-a-half I have felt him moving all around, and I can even feel the kicks from the outside of my belly every now and then. He mostly moves in the mornings and evenings.

Food Cravings: Coffee Ice Cream, Italian food, Chocolate

Food Aversions: Salad and lettuce (since the very beginning), wheat bread, anything grilled

Side Effects: I am so happy that my daily headaches have subsided. My back aches off and on, and my right leg is sore and tight (??) Otherwise, I am feeling fantastic and extremely motivated to get things done.

What I Miss: Honestly, I really do love being pregnant, but man how I miss running!!!

What I Am Looking Forward To: The hospital. I started looking for little outfits to bring this baby home in. It's a little premature, but it's still so much fun! And my hospital experience with the twins was pleasant, enjoyable and exciting. I'm hoping for a repeat experience, with one less baby, of course!

I am totally borrowing/adapting this update format from my friend, Sarah. I didn't keep track of these things with the twins and I want to remember all the details of this pregnancy better. Thanks, Sarah!