Slight panic

This morning, I woke up from a bad dream. I panicked because I couldn't feel you move!

I got up out of bed feeling rather numb and achy from being on my back for a long time (I'd apparently shifted position in my sleep), which isn't good because I'm not supposed to be lying on my back for a long period in my third trimester.

Well that certainly added to my panic, and what's more I tried patting my tummy and calling you, but you didn't give out the slightest movement! I wanted to wake your Papa up, but couldn't bring myself to do so because he looks so peaceful in his sleep..

So I immediately drank some milk, ate a chunk of chocolate (sugars usually make you move more, or so they say) and sat and waited.

And then... you shifted! I was SO relieved, Sayang!!
After that you continued wriggling and kicking for a couple of minutes and I felt a bit guilty for disturbing you in your sleep (maybe you were just sleeping after all and I panicked as a side effect of my bad dream las night?).

I'm glad you're okay, little one.
Still moving around a lot as usual, you probably can't wait to explore the world. But be patient, it's another two months to go, then we'll be able to see each other face to face, little one!

Moving and shaking

My little one,

You're getting stronger and stronger every day. Your movements now shake my belly!
I can feel which side you're lying in, and a gentle pat will sometimes be reciprocated with a squirm, or even a punch!

Wonder what you're doing in there, Sayang....

I think you squirm because you can't wait to get out, for it's getting cramped in there as you get bigger. Don't worry my love, you'll be out in no time! And you can move every which way you want out here!

Can't wait to welcome you into this world!

My 20 week Ultrasound

This is my little one's profile, at 20 weeks.

Aint he the cutest!

He kept moving away, obviously didn't like being prodded around. Hey, who would?

I constantly pray for his health and well-being.

Now at 26 weeks his movements are stronger than ever! Maybe it's getting a bit cramped in there, he protests every time I bend over. He kicks every time his dad's hand is on my belly, probably wants to play? (or is he trying to say, "hey, this is MY territory!" hahaha)

He likes music, he moves around to the rhythm sometimes. And he prefers his music loud and upbeat!

From his current moves, I'd guess he'll be a good football player or rockstar! hehe