*Week 24/25 Pregnancy Highlights- February 17, 2014 - March 2, 2014

How Far Along: 24 Weeks 

Size of Baby: a cantaloupe

Appointment Updates: On Monday the 24th we had our 24 week appointment. The baby's heartbeat is still at 160 and sounds great. I am gaining weight which is good for the baby.

Symptoms: I have been feeling really good lately! I had a sinus infection a few weeks ago that is still taking a very long time to get rid of. The only difficulties I have with this is the horrible congestion I have sleeping but a hot, steamy shower normally does the trick. My lack of bladder control is only getting worse which the doctor says should get better soon. 

Cravings: I don't know if it is just because of Valentine's Day but I am loving sweets but mostly chocolate! This week though, I am loving salty foods like chips and salsa.

Weekly/Monthly News: Tax season is in full swing which means many quiet nights for Hayden and I. With Josh working closer, he does get to stay home longer in the morning to get Hayden ready and for some play time. We were blessed that Josh got to come home early on Friday to have a Valentine's dinner with us.   

Hayden is continue to mimic more and more these days. Some of his new words are milk, nuk, night night, bye-bye, bubble, noodle, juice, apple, vroom vroom, and more. He also loves to do "cheers" at meal times with his milk glass. Last weekend at church he even said, "men" after praying. Josh and I grin from ear to ear watching him make so many milestones. Tonight, Hayden even said, "pee pee" and went on his little potty. The three of us were all so excited!

Prayers: Please pray for perseverance and sleep with Josh working such late hours these days. Pray for comfort and calmness for me as I miss having Josh around. 

For those that don't know, we are pursuing Grandma T in buying her house out in Oostburg. There are many things that need to fall into place in the upcoming weeks/month for us to proceed. Please pray for Grandma's heart as this is the house she has lived in for over 50 years. Continued prayers for God's hand in the process.  

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