03-30-07 Norah Update

Hey everyone! Here is the lastest on Norah...

Count down until we meet Norah...
This is day number 181 and I'm 26 weeks pregnant!
We have 99 days or 14 weeks left, and are 65.0% of the way there.

Norah now weighs a little under 2 pounds and measures about 14 inches, from head to heel. I have no idea how she has room in there. She can hear noises, responds to light, and is generally more aware of her surroundings. In the same way that you can see a flashlight if you hold it against your palm, Norah can see the light coming through my belly. Seth and I went to the beach last weekend and as I was in the sun Norah was trying to move to my side to get away from the light and heat. I had a big bulge from her curling up. =) When I put a cold drink on my belly she calmed down. I think she was getting a little hot and didn't like the bright lights. She'll have to get used to all of that living in Florida. =) Her hearing is also fully developed, and as she reacts to sounds, her pulse increases. You may find this hard to believe, but it is true...During worship on Sundays she tends to move to the music (the faster songs)...She is dancing away in my belly. I love it! It does get a little distracting, but I am still able to worship. =)

My last Doctor's appointment I did my glucose screening test. I was so nervous to "drink the drink". To my surprise I really liked it! It wasn't bad at all. I haven't heard back from them so I assume my glucose levels are okay. Everything else looks great. Gaining the weight I need to and my belly is right on track!

Our last ultrasound was fun. Norah's getting so much bigger. I have attached a few pictures from the scan. I had a new Tech performing the scan and her remarks when she got to the face area were hilarious! In her words exactly, "Oh my! She has perfect lips for lipstick." She definitely will have Seth's lips.

The first picture is sideways and she is looking right at us. Her mouth is open.
The second picture is from the same view except she has her tongue out. =)
The third picture is her with her legs crossed - enjoying the comfort.
And lastly, a picture of her room. Still a few finishing touches left...

I love you all! Thanks for all of your prayers through this season. Not too much longer and we get to meet Norah!
Tracy