Saturday, August 23, 2008

Kicking

One of the things I actually love (and, ok, sometimes hate) about being pregnant is feeling and watching the baby move around. I've felt the baby move and kick for a while now, but the visual effects add a whole new element. My stomach moves and shakes in ways I never thought possible. Both Christopher and I will watch in amazement and wonder what on earth the baby is doing in there.

Another technique baby Appelt has been practicing is pushing. His favorite spot to apply constant pressure is my stomach/chest area (hence the love/hate). When the pain becomes too great, I've tried pushing back or guiding his foot off an area. However, I've discovered that only encourages him to push harder. He definitely has started responding to my touch. Feeling all this movement is making me so excited to meet him.

1 comment:

Unknown said...

Oh COOL!. We learned a new way that you can get Christopher in on the fun. Hug him and let him feel your belly when he gets super active.