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Who likes Papayas?

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22 weeks

22 weeks

From now on, I’ll get updates on fruits/veggies every month. I guess they ran out of produce. Here’s some information I have this week (and until I reach week 24):

Watch what you say — baby is now able to hear outside noise from down in the womb. Studies show that baby finds gentle music and your own voice most soothing. Nipples are starting to sprout, and that little face is fully formed. And, baby’s starting to settle into sleep cycles, snoozing about 12 to 14 hours a day.

xxoo ~ MJ, and the very active B

A Banana!

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Baby gulps down several ounces of amniotic fluid every day, both for hydration and nutrition and to practice swallowing and digesting. And, these days, those taste buds actually work! Studies show that after birth, babies are most interested in tastes they’ve already experienced through amniotic fluid. Meaning, think about what you want your future child to eat as you prepare your own lunch.

We took a trip to Palm Springs over the weekend (June 6 – 7). It was nice to relax and enjoy the sun. Baby’s first trip out in a bathing suit. I think he liked it…or was it the virgin Pina Coladas he loved so much? Love you all!

P.S. Sunday, we felt the first kick!

Baby In A Bathing Suit

Baby In A Bathing Suit

19 1/2 Weeks?!

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Today, Mom, Jamie, Mike, and I went to the BIG ultrasound appointment. From the shrieks to the “awws”, it was great to see everybody get so excited to see the baby. My sister’s big eyes admiring her nephew as he waved to her…my mom’s EEKs when he would kick and move around…Mike’s overwhelming delight knowing he’s having a boy. It was a perfect day!

According to the ultrasound technician, the baby has very long legs (see pic) and a healthy heartbeat. We also got confirmation that the baby is DEFINITELY a boy (see sexy pic).

xxoo ~ MJB

Long legs

I'm a boy!

Sweet Potato (with marshmallows!)

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A sweet potato? I guess you’re right Aunt Nancy–the Babes can’t decide if he’s a fruit or vegetable.

Baby’s become amazingly mobile (compared to you, at least), passing the hours yawning, hiccupping, rolling, twisting, kicking, punching, sucking, and swallowing. And baby is finally big enough that you’ll soon be able to feel her his movements.

As for me, I’m feeling pretty good. My back hurts off and on which is getting in the way of a good night’s sleep. Any suggestions on what to watch at 4:00 a.m.?

It’s a…

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BOY* (and an onion)!

Baby’s skeleton is hardening, changing from rubbery cartilage to bone, and fat is finally accumulating around it. His umbilical cord is getting thicker and stronger, and those little fingers and toes now feature one-of-a-kind prints.

*90% accurate. We’re going in for another ultrasound on May 26. Can’t wait!

Baby Avocado

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Hola! In honor of Cinco de Mayo week (or not) the babes is now the size of an Avocado! That explains my urge for guacamole!

More specifics:

Watch what you say…tiny bones forming in baby’s ears means he or she can now pick up your voice. A few more minuscule changes: Eyebrows, lashes, and hair are starting to fill in, and taste buds are forming.

Happy Mother’s Day to my mom and aunties! Love you.