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Monday, December 7, 2009

15 weeks

Hi guys, Alex here. I just reconnected with an old friend who is expecting her first baby in a few weeks. She inspired me to spread the news a little wider. So I am posting the baby news on my Facebook page. Now 428 of my closest friends can join in the fun! So yes indeed, there appears to be another boy Walden on the way.... That's what ultrasound tech lady said last week anyway. Now it could turn out its a girl after all on future ultrasounds examinations, but for now lets just go with Finn.

The baby experts say:
Your growing baby now measures about 4 inches long, crown to rump, and weighs in at about 2 1/2 ounces (about the size of an apple). He's busy moving amniotic fluid through her nose and upper respiratory tract, which helps the primitive air sacs in her lungs begin to develop. His legs are growing longer than his arms now, and he can move all of his joints and limbs. Although his eyelids are still fused shut, he can sense light. If you shine a flashlight at your tummy, for instance, he's likely to move away from the beam. There's not much for your baby to taste at this point, but he is forming taste buds. Finally, if you have an ultrasound this week, you may be able to find out whether your baby's a boy or a girl! (Don't be too disappointed if it remains a mystery, though. Nailing down your baby's sex depends on the clarity of the picture and on your baby's position. He or she may be modestly curled up or turned in such a way as to "hide the goods.")

Sorry no belly pics yet, as there is no belly to be seen. But you can see Finn's first pics in the link in post below. It was 10 degrees today for a high. After 30 mins outside with my little foal, my toes could stand no more. Hope you are all staying toasty! Merry Christmas, enjoy the season!

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