baby update 8

We went to the ob a couple days ago for another routine check-up and everything seems fine with the baby's heartbeat. So not much to report other than normal pregnancy inconveniences... minor back pain and swelling. We are grateful for this uneventful trip!

Here's a synopsis on what the Lord is doing in our baby boy at 32 weeks...

Your normally energetic baby has started to chill out a bit. His movements feel more like squirms and rolls rather than hyperactive kickboxing sessions. That's because this week, when he's three pounds and 15 inches long, he has begun to run out of room (or should we say womb?). Beneath his skin is a nice layer of fat, and although he still relies on the umbilical cord for nourishment, his digestive tract is almost fully developed. Fetal brain scans show that babies this age actually have rapid eye movements, which means they're dreaming. Who knows what dreams now fill your baby's slumber.

(info & pic from parenting.com)