The Metamorphosis: Second Trimester

Now we see a little more belly action. From Sept - Nov, Mama L gets some relief from first trimester discomforts but now enjoys periodic heartburn, headaches, and lower back pain. But comparatively, second trimester is fabulous!

In these few months, we go from normal clothes to savoring the bountiful elastic world that is maternity clothes. The biggest leap is baby's growth spurt from 15 - 20 weeks. Pretty big difference!

Week 15
P's about 4 inches long

Week 17
P's about 5 inches & 5 ounces

Week 19
P's about 7 inches & 8 oz

Week 21
Ps' about 10 inches & 3/4 lb

Week 24
P's about 12 inches & 1 1/3 lb

At this point, Peanut was a skeleton for Halloween

Week 26

Peanut's about 14 inches & 1 2/3 lb