Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Week 16

How our baby is growing:
I'm getting ready for a growth spurt... In the next few weeks, our baby will double its weight and add inches to its length. Right now, our baby is about the size of an avocado: 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. Eyebrows, lashes and hair are starting to fill in, and taste buds are forming. The patterning of its scalp has begun, though the locks aren't recognizable yet. The baby has even started growing toenails! And there's a lot happening inside as well. For example, its heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, and this amount will continue to increase as our baby continues to develop.
Our next doctor appt is Friday the 2nd, which we are so excited about! Even though we won't be able to see the baby for a couple more weeks, we are always anxious to see the Dr. to confirm that everything is on track and the baby is doing great.

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  1. Well our most favorite food - AVOCADO - the Melton's could not live with out that & Tequila! So dad will make sure he that he has 25 qts of tequila around - hahahha.

    Well our little grandchild is progressing well. Pretty soon he or she will be eating chips and dip with the family!!!!

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