I’ve completed 20 weeks of my pregnancy which means I’m halfway through! Yay! I’m very thankful that I’ve been having a relatively easy time and I’ve been healthy. :)

Went for a detailed scan today and the measurements are all normal except that baby is a bit chubby around the middle. Oops. But baby is fine and was busy doing yoga (with hands gripping toes and limbs extended) when we took a peek. We also confirmed the gender of the baby and we’re expecting a GIRL! :) Yes, I know it’s no secret that I would have preferred my firstborn to be a boy but I’m still happy anyway. This girl is just going to have to grow up surrounded by male cousins and friends. We have already decided on a name which we will reveal soon. But Juan’s gonna have to teach me how to plait my girl’s hair and all that when the time comes because I really have no clue!

Went for lunch after the scan and bumped into Jon. He was also at Thomson because Selena’s been admitted and should be giving birth late today or tomorrow! So exciting. Was really hoping that she’d give birth today so that I could pop in and visit her but I guess I’ll have to see her and the new baby another day instead.

Dr Soong says I’m putting on a bit more weight that I should be! I’m quite horrified. I don’t think I’m eating very much more than usual because I’ve always had a healthy appetite. It’s probably what I’m drinking! When I’m not pregnant, I usually drink plain water and Coke Zero all the time. But now that I’m trying to avoid caffeine and artificial sweeteners, I’ve been drinking things that contain a lot more sugar like Sprite, ginger beer, Milo, Vitasoy and fruit juices! Argh. Must control myself and drink only what is necessary and healthy.

Must. Control. Self. ARGH! I feel like this cat: