Last December, I shared about my first trimester of pregnancy which wasn’t an easy one but I think I’m lucky when I compare myself to other pregnant mothers because although I did experience morning sickness, it wasn’t anything like a full blown one. I felt nauseous most of the time but at least I didn’t vomit. Currently, I’m in my last leg of pregnancy and decided to blog about my second trimester before I procrastinate even further! Cuz once I pop, I doubt I will have that much time and energy to blog 😛
At about 20 weeks, I was scheduled for a Fetal Structural Anomaly Scan to check if our baby is developing normally and where the placenta is lying in the uterus. It was also through the scan that our baby’s gender is confirmed-plus-guranteed-chop! 🙂
The anomaly scan is a very detailed scan which typically takes about 20 to 30 minutes. All of the baby’s organs will be examined and measurements are also taken. We even got to hear our baby’s heartbeat, loud and clear! After the scan, we decided to take up the antenatal package offered by my gynae, which includes the cost of this ultrasound scan. It excludes delivery fees as well as cost of supplements.
Physical Symptoms
– An end to nausea
– More energy
– Decreasing urinary frequency (compared to first trimester)
– Achiness in the lower abdomen and along the sides
– Foot growth
– Slightly sensitive gums that sometimes bleed during brushing
– Increased appetite
– Fetal movement from the middle of second trimester
Emotional Symptoms
– Fewer mood swings
– Excitement whenever our baby kicks
Total weight gain: 8kg
How I felt about the second trimester: The second trimester (weeks 13 to 28) was the best! No morning sickness, I wasn’t lethargic and I didn’t really experience much mood swings. It was like I was back to my normal pre-pregnant state. I could even stay up late and not feel tired the next day.
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I’m 8 months pregnant at the time of writing.