6 Weeks Baby Growth (additional info)...

Reading things like this makes me more excited for our ultrasound on Tuesday. Our nurse said we may not be able to see a lot, but we'll definitely be able to hear the heartbeat. I think after the ultrasound this will start to feel more like a reality. Hey, you never know - maybe he/she will be a drama king/queen and want to show off.

Your baby is now about the size of an apple seed. That's about 0.08 to 0.16 inches (2 to 4mm) from crown to rump. It has formed a distinct head with the first stages of eyes and ears. The spinal column and cord are formed. Buds that will grow limbs have also formed.

The heart is starting to beat and at this stage its beating may even be detected by sensitive ultrasound equipment, though, it's still very early. The kidneys, liver and nerve cells have also begun to develop. Ten dental buds are growing in the jaws. Blood circulation has begun and primitive red blood cells circulate.

The neural tube has closed over along your baby's spine. The optic vesicles, which resemble tiny discs of pigment set in cups along the sides of your baby's head will develop into your baby's eyes. A distinct tail is still present.

The body is shaped like the letter "C". (awww, it must know that he/she is 'Baby C' right now)