20 week scan

This week we were at the hospital for the 20 week scan. I was surprised to see that the baby has changed quite a lot since the 12 week scan, and now looks much more like a baby with its head and body more in proportion. It was really easy to pick out key features - you could clearly see all the organs, the valves of the heart moving as it beats, and even count the fingers. In fact, I think everything is pretty much formed and most of the time between now and the birth is taken up with growing bigger. But, the scan has a serious point too as it's when the baby is checked for anomalies, so there was always a small worry at the back of my mind. It was very reassuring to be told that everything is looking good. Now I finally feel like it's all real and I can look forward to the rest of the pregnancy!