Week 8

This week has been a bit less energetic, but still not too bad. I am definitely feeling more tired and low appetite at times, and that's after coming back from an very relaxing all girls trip to Palm Springs. I got so much good information from all the moms there, it was really fun! I am very much anticipating the arrival of the little Lewis. :)

Week 8 development:
We've got almost one whole inch of baby to measure! Your little embryo has finally reached the one-inch mark (30mm) at last. And if it were possible to take a peek, you could see your tiny baby with your naked eye! What’s more, your baby is finally starting to take on some very distinct human features. For starters, their little tail (really just the spinal cord) has disappeared completely. It’s nice to know your baby can no longer be mistaken for a sea creature! Additionally, both their toes and fingers are prominent with very little, if any, webbing. Upper and lower limbs all show recognizable joints (elbows and knees) and the lower limb bones are starting to ossify. But don’t expect your baby to resemble either parent quite yet. Right now, your baby’s head is disproportionately larger than the rest of their body--making up almost half of your little one’s height and weight!