twenty-four weeks

Last Thursday I had a centering appointment. I'm looking forward to the time we will start covering more interesting subjects other than what we find relaxing or comforting in pregnancy. They are going to bring in a lactation consultant, which I'm grateful for because I was astounded to learn that the hospital does not have one! I also got to hear the baby's heartbeat, which was healthy. And I liked the number on the scale, which showed I've only gained 2 lbs. in two months. (I was wearing heavy clothes and shoes last time though. 2 lbs. is definitely not accurate since my belly has probably doubled in size in that time. Unfortunately, I don't have a scale at home.) I know people can tell I'm pregnant now by the way they stare at my belly (especially little kids).

Friday I attended a Le Leche League meeting. I was thrilled to get the name and number of a Dr. Mumper from the ladies there. This doctor does not push vaccines and has an "alternative" approach to pediatrics. However, I was then disappointed to find that she's not taking new patients right now. They told me to try back in a couple of months, so hopefully I'll be able to get in then! It was a fun meeting, and since the meeting's focus was on nutrition for that day, I actually came away with some ideas I can use even now. Despite all the great know-how being dished out, no one could help me on wondering what to do about having Junior circumcised on the eighth day after birth. It seems that everyone who cares enough about avoiding a too-potent vitamin K shot in the hospital also opted not to have their son circumcised. So I'll just have to keep my fingers crossed that the pediatrician won't mind following the traditional plan (vitamin K peaks on the eighth day).

Junior continues to exercise frequently. In fact, I have found his movements as of late somewhat ticklish! I think he knows I'm writing about him because he just started moving around again. :)