How your baby's growing: Your baby doesn't have much room to maneuver now that he's over 18 inches long and tips the scales at 5 1/4 pounds (pick up a honeydew melon). Because it's so snug in your womb, he isn't likely to be doing somersaults anymore, but the number of times he kicks should remain about the same. His kidneys are fully developed now, and his liver can process some waste products. Most of his basic physical development is now complete — he'll spend the next few weeks putting on weight.
When I was at my check-up yesterday I recorded the baby's heartbeat. It was a strong heartbeat at 140bmp! Hope you enjoy listening to our little one :)
Thanks so much for sharing Ruth!!!
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That is cool Ruthie. that little heart is working overtime. Tom
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