18 weeks is about 4 months...I think

Before I had any kids, I thought of pregnancy in terms of months, but once I was pregnant, I saw that it is much easier to think of in weeks (you seem to make progress much faster that way too!). I'm 18 weeks today and it's the 6th of February, since the baby will be born around the 4th of July, that's 5 months to go, so I guess I can say I have 4 months down. Here is the evidence:

I've noticed that when I get up in the morning, I have very little belly, but by the time bedtime comes around I seem to have advanced at least 2 months. So this picture was taken around mid-day to be as honest as possible about how much belly I have. And honestly, the picture is not as dramatic as I feel like it should be. Evidently I feel a lot bigger than I look. Nevertheless, I am pretty sure I am bigger at 4 months this time than with either of the kids.

I found this survey on a couple of different blogs and thought it fit with the belly pic:

How far along? 18 weeks today

Total weight gain/loss: roughly 10lbs (gained)

Maternity clothes? not full time, actually I avoid them right now because they look too big still. I have two pairs of pants that can be adjusted, so that works for now. If they are both dirty I just wear maternity pants and hike them up all day.

Stretch marks? nope, hoping to go 3 for 3 on this one

Sleep: ok, I can sleep on my tummy sometimes. Sometimes I feel uncomfortable like that other times I don't, it's weird.

Movement: YES! And this time I am sure!

Food cravings: EVERYTHING! But lately, I'd really like some onion rings (deep fried, please) and a big juicy hamburger off the grill (our grill is out of service)

Labor Signs: none

Belly Button in or out? in

Wedding rings on or off? on

What I miss: I don't have any food habits that are off limits during pregnancy, I'd kind of like to sit in a hot tub though, but wouldn't have the opportunity to anyway!

What I am looking forward to: ultrasound next Thursday

Milestones: baby kicks!