Pregnancy : 22 1/2 Weeks
58I had a jolly old time around my 21 and 22 week point during my pregnancy. My husband and I moved from Chicago to the Adirondacks which was a good 18 hours of driving with our two cats in tow. Looking back, I'm so glad I was not more pregnant because it could have been a nightmare. Not sure who it would be worse for, me or my husband!
22 weeks is when a baby tends to step up the karate moves. Some women worry when they do not experience frequent kicking, but what you may not have been informed is that your little Bruce Lee often chooses to train at night so you may be sleeping during much of the action.
Body issues spring up to center stage, as well. For many women, there is nothing more beautiful than that growing belly. I truly enjoyed every moment of it and felt gorgeous in my pregnant skin! Some women may experience feelings of upset with their growing belly and possible stretch marks. Let it be known that stretch marks fade after childbirth and some may not get them in the first place (lucky!). Don't let that get you down. Try to focus on the fact that you are sacrificing many aspects of your life for the growth of a new, healthy life.
Has anyone rubbed the bump yet?! If not, it will probably come soon. With your belly growing noticeably bigger, it also begins to draw in complete stranger looking to get a feel. If this begins bothering you, do not hesitate to politely discourage such events! Strangers touching your belly and, essentially, your child, is not for everyone!
