Week 16: It's a Girl!

3/16/2013

Dear Brookelynn,

On Wednesday, Mommy, Daddy, Glammy, Grandpa (or whatever he is going by this week), and Mommy's friend Rachelle went to A Little Insight to take a peek at you via a 3D/4D ultrasound. We learned that you are a little girl, so even though you will always be Baby B you are officially Brookelynn Jayde. Everything feels real now. When you are older we will share the 4D DVD with you and you can see just how you formed in Mommy's tummy. And see how crazy you were. You move around like a little tornado, and Rachelle has nicknamed you Baby Tornado. The woman who did the ultrasound said she never saw a baby move around so much, at times you were on your head and then the next blink you'd be flipped around in another direction. No wonder I have been so sick!

You looked very small, but they say this week you are the size of an avocado, 4.6 inches and 3.5 ounces. I think I may have even gained a pound this week...however, it keeps fluctuating day to day so I'll keep you posted. But, it's official I have a belly, I know I thought I had one before but this time it's for real. Though strangers have not noticed yet.

This week your arms and legs are much more developed, legs and arms are longer and movement is much more controlled. We could see your long legs at the ultrasound appointment. And your skeletal system is developing more, which we were also able to see. Along with seeing your skeletal system we could see your tiny little nose and high cheek bones (just like Mommy's). Your Daddy says he hopes you get the rest of my characteristics...and I'm hoping you get my dimples.

Now that we know you'll be a bouncing baby girl Glammy has gone into shopping mode! And I have also bought a few things. One of my favorite things though is a vintage inspired swimsuit that Rachelle got you! it's just so cute! There is no doubt you will be the most stylish baby in town. And now Mommy and Glammy can officially start your room, which will be Vintage Cities, all the fashion capitals of the world (of course!). A very sophisticated nursery for a very fashionable baby.

Oh and we must not forget about Unkie. He has been going crazy shopping for you too. I must say you are one lucky little lady. You have three very caring and loving male role models who will spoil you rotten and Mommy and Glammy who love you more than anything. Everyone is so excited to meet you. We are going to have so much fun when you arrive!

-XOX!