Friday, August 26, 2011

We get to "see" Peanut today!!

Just random little tidbits about my Peanut...

Today we are heading back to the 3d/4d ultrasound place to get another scan done. We really enjoyed the first one, and although it's not covered by insurance, we think it is worth every penny. They're all about getting good shots of your baby and providing as many pictures as possible. We also opted to get a DVD of the entire ultrasound and I'm sure that we will be doing that again. Be sure to tune into the blog this weekend or Monday as I'm sure we will be posting some pics!!

Another thing I thought I would mention (only because it's so crazy to me), is that now Peanut is getting to the point that we can feel individual body parts. There are times that I could swear me and Peanut are shaking hands! Just before I started writing this blog, I'm pretty sure that I was able to identify almost every one of her body parts. I also got as close to holding her as one could possibly get at this point as I had her head in my right hand and her butt in my left. It's so freaking cool!!

We've also started to read to Peanut per the suggestion of a librarian here in Chandler. Granted, she was talking about after they are born, but we figured it's never too soon. Peanut usually becomes very active when we read to her and I'm of course "sure" that she is reacting to my voice. Probably not, but it sure makes me feel special :)

I can tell you this, I'm absolutely screwed.

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You're NOT crazy, Mandi. Reading to her now is great. Play music too. It will help soothe her once she is born as she will recognize the sound. Also, I heard a fact on television yesterday (I don't remember where) but it was a respectable source.......................baby's bond with Momma's voice immediately after birth (notice how they all stop crying once they are laid on Momma's chest crying, and then Momma starts to talk and stroke and they stop???) and it's not until day 14 that they begin recognizing dad's voice. So, everything your feeling makes perfect sense. Are you still working out like a mad women? I think it's great actually. I can feel your excitement through your words. Beautiful! Take care, Jodi
4 replies · active 710 weeks ago
FYI - Ronnie wrote this...but I always echo his thoughts :)
Happy to know that I write like a girl ;)
I knew it was Ronnie that wrote it! Although, I did come here looking for more pictures. Now I have to wait. *kicks rocks*
We'll try to put a few up tomorrow Tara!!
Hearing is develop in the womb (sometime around 20-25 weeks but not positive) so reading, singing, playing music, etc. are all heard by baby! And it's never too early to start their love of reading!!
1 reply · active 710 weeks ago
That's what we're hoping!!!
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Holly Riley · 710 weeks ago

Ronnie, I knew it was a guy talking, I can't really imagine Mandi saying things exactly in that way, lol!! SOOOOOO excited for you guys, Travis used to love "talking" and "reading" to Tristan before he was born, I think the babies hear mom all day long and then when they hear dad, they're like, hey, finally, my other parent! Lol! - Holly Riley
1 reply · active 710 weeks ago
You're right, Mandi sounds educated when she speaks :) I sure hope Peanut enjoys my voice, I know that nobody else does!
Sorry, Ronnie! You and Mandi are like one. It sounds like something she has written.....about the kicking and the feeling of body parts. And you sound educated too.
1 reply · active 710 weeks ago
That's true Jodi, Mandi and I seem to share a brain most of the time...and when we don't, we just use her's :)
I read to both my girls while I was pregnant. Now, at ages 13 and 6, they love to read! I would like to hope that it is because I read to them at such an early time:) You two are doing great! Keep it up. Can't wait to see the new pics:)
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Thanks Shawna!! Hopefully the reading is doing some good :)
I love music. At the time I was pregnant with Madison, I attended 2 concerts and listened to music daily on my commute. At 3 years old she is a lover of music and dance! She appreciates many genres of music and is inspired to dance because her big sister does. I don't think it is crazy to think reading to your baby is any different. Once Madison was born, we did read to her. She likes books and will sit down to "read" her animals stories all the time.

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