Week 25

We've had a really busy week. We celebrated our brother in law Glenn's birthday on Tuesday night which was fun. Wednesday night we had our infant CPR class which we would really recommend - it's definitely worth knowing. Yesterday baby b and I had our 24 week check up. She continues to progress on schedule. She's about 1 1/2 lbs now and her heartbeat is 140. She moves around all the time! Here's what week 25 holds for her development:

• The structures of the spine begin to form -- joints, ligaments and rings. These will protect the all important spinal cord which serves as the information transmitter for your child's body.
• Blood vessels of the lungs develop.
• Your baby's nostrils begin to open. There is a study out of Belfast that suggests babies at this stage have the capability of scent preferences!
• The nerves around the mouth and lip area are showing more sensitivity now. When baby is rooting for food later on, these will be valuable!
• Her swallowing reflexes are developing.
• Dexterity is improving. Your baby can make a fist and would clasp objects placed in palm.
• Your child has now obtained an approximate length of 13.6 inches and weighs 1.46 pound.

Happy 4th of July to everyone - enjoy your holiday!