The first kick

Below is Clare's description of the first time she felt Bucky kicking. It happened about a week ago.

"I felt it. I felt Bucky.

After dinner I was sitting on the couch watching news about Hurricane Katrina, with my hand resting on my belly, and I felt it! It was a little movement that was very subtle, like butterflies, yet noticeable both internally and on the palm of my hand. And then again. And then once more. Then the show was over.

Imagine that you can place your hand on the inside of a blown-up balloon. Now imagine that something very small bumps or rubs the balloon from the outside. I think that's a good comparison to what this feels like. A little flutter, a little pressure (but not painful at all), a little movement, and a little something else all at once.

While it still seems a bit early (I'm just now five months pregnant) I'm guessing in a few weeks Ross will be able to feel Bucky kick, flip, bump, and somersault, as well!

It's gonna be a soccer player!"