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. It shouldn't be hard to figure out when -- just pay attention to those kicks as they start and stop. 
Well folks, here it is! Our little baby bump! This picture was taken early last week, so around 20 1/2 weeks. This is also my first maternity outfit!!! The shorts are amazing-they're the secret fit kind and they are so comfy! I definitely recommend them!
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've reached the halfway mark and baby is definitely a cantaloupe this week...with arms and legs that like to kick and punch! Last night I was relaxin on the couch with my legs up when I felt a little nudge, so I called for Ronnie to come over and see if he could feel it. He put both of his hands on my tummy and within seconds our baby gave him about four hard kicks right in a row! It was so crazy! It totally knew it's Daddy was there, because when he took his hands off it stopped! It was such a special moment and I've never seen Ronnie with a bigger smile on his face! It kept moving around for about a half an hour after that-it was SOOOOOOOOOO cool! Only 11 days until we find out what we're having-get your vote in!!!! 
