Wow....this baby is gonna be here soon! My co-worker JuJuane brought in her newborn today and while it didn't make me want to pop a kid out anytime soon, it DID make me even more excited about the birth of my niece....only 3 weeks away (or sooner!). If you'd like to get in on the betting, check out the fam blog...we are placing friendly little bets on when we think Baby Girl Baum is going to be born. Feel free to chime in! I'm going with April 11. :)
-This week, the average size is about 6.3 pounds (2859gm) now and 19.1 inches (48.6cm) length. (although according to my sister's doctor, baby Baum is in the 5.5-6 lb range).
-She is officially full term now but can still benefit from extra days in the womb. (YAY!)
-Your baby continues to practice breathing movements. Isn't it amazing how she can breathe "under water?"
-Grasp is firm now. It won't be long until you'll feel that strong little fist confidently grasping your finger (or tightly clenching your hair)!
-A few weeks ago, your baby would move her eyes toward light. Now she turns towards light outside the uterus.
-As the uterine wall stretches and thins allowing more light to permeate, she develops definite daily activity cycles. You will want to be sure to establish good patterns yourself at this time, thus encouraging them in your child. Ever heard of a baby getting her days/nights mixed up? Now's the time to try to avoid that!
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