16 weeks and an avocado

If the Dec. 17th due date is accurate (I've heard it may change again at the amnio), Elizabeth was 16 weeks along on Friday. This means Baby is about the size of an avocado––four-and-a-half inches long, and weighs three-and-a-half ounces. Baby S has also started growing toenails this week, and his or her heart pumps about 25 quarts of blood each day. In the next few weeks, Baby S will have a huge growth spurt, and will double his or her weight and add inches to his or her length. His or her legs are also more developed this week.

Elizabeth has decided to meet me at the doctor's office on Tuesday, about 30 minutes before the amnio is scheduled so we can sit and chat beforehand. Afterward, I'll drive her home. I'm hoping to get to know her a little bit, in addition to meeting the doctor, and of course seeing Baby S on the screen and hearing his or her heartbeat. :)