I’ve been holding out for almost 8 weeks just to make sure that nothing changed…but after the 3rd ultrasound we’re positive that Baby Green is all boy!
Joe and I both cried big tears of joy. Then my husband immediately started planning sports outings and scouting for season tickets. He’s watched more sports in the last two months than he has since we started dating. I, on the other hand, have hit a serious nesting phase. I even decorated the house for fall, which has never even hit my radar in the past. My primary motives are all centered around Baby.
We’ve been spending the weekends getting the house ready, moving things around, cleaning out closets, and yes, registering for baby stuff.
At first, I was so overwhelmed I told Joe I might just register at Sur la Table and cross my fingers that no one noticed. But, after some suggestions from good friends we were able to wrap our minds around what we’re going to need and what we’re not.
At least we think so.
Most of my food aversions are gone. I can eat salads again, walk through any section of the grocery store without feeling sick, and at least for today I’m not craving any red meat. There are a few foods that I still don’t care to touch, like almond butter and raw walnuts.
This is me, at about 4 1/2 months. I’m almost 5 months now. It’s great to finally look pregnant and not just like I’ve spent too much time eating dessert.
It’s hard to believe that Baby Green will be here in 130 days. Incredible.
Just in the last week, I’ve been able to feel our baby move. If you’re a mom, you know exactly how this humbled me beyond words. I could just sit with my baby while he wriggles in my belly and be in total bliss for hours. Nothing else would be necessary.
Much love,
Amy
Noelle (@singerinkitchen)
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:11 am
How exciting Amy! Congrats!!
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Ginger
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:13 am
You look beautiful! Congrats
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Alta
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:15 am
I love your photo. Yay! I’m so happy for you both. And you could totally register at Sur La Table…say you need some…um…”stuff” to help make the baby food! Yeah, that’s it…
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Amy B
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:17 am
A huge congrats to you and your hubby! I agree, there is nothing in the world to compare to carrying another life within you. That first moment you see him will be the most amazing moment of your life, even more than the first movement. The only thing that compares to the first moment I looked into my son’s beautiful eyes were the times I had the pleasure of watching my intended parents look into the eyes of the babies they had waited so long for and endured so much heartache to receive. Such a special, amazing thing to be a woman! Congratulations again.
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Spring
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:23 am
Congratulations!! Love that feeling!
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laura
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:24 am
You look so gorgeous and glowing! Congratulations on baby boy…sounds like your husband’s totally on-board
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stephanie
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:40 am
Yay! That is so fun. I am with you on finally looking pregnant. I had those same thoughts. We are having a girl and couldn’t be more excited. I also just started feeling baby move this past week. Feeling baby move just might be the best part of being pregnant, well except for the baby you get at the end.
Congratulations on your little boy!
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Hallie @ Daily Bites
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:50 am
YAY!! Enjoy every minute of this journey…your little pea will be here before you know it.
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SherriS.
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:55 am
Congratulations Amy! This is the time for boys ~ my 1st grandson was born in February, my nephew is expecting his 1st little one next February and now you. I also enjoyed my pregnancy after the sickness passed – can’t call it morning cuz mine was all day long. Of course that was many years ago.
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brooke @B & the boy!
posted on October 13, 2011 at 10:10 am
Whoo hoo!!! Boys are fabulous!
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Debbie Phillips
posted on October 13, 2011 at 10:44 am
So excited for you, and I love seeing the picture!! Nothing in the world is like being pregnant and having a child! I have four, and each one is a unique and wonderful treasure! Enjoy!
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Raj @ Flip Cookbook
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:23 am
Oh Amy! I’m so happy for you!! Congratulations!! You look fantastic btw – love the glow!
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Lynne
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:28 am
Congratulations!!! You look so amazing. An inspiration to all.
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Sandy Gillett
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:28 am
This brings tears to my eyes Amy. I,m so happy for you! You’re absolutely radiant! Congratulations!
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Fran
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:43 am
Congratulations to you both. But I dare say that you would have big tears in your eyes if you had found out it was a girl too
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claudia
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:51 am
CONGRATULATIONS Amy!!!
I’m very happy for you.
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Suzanne Banfield
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:53 am
I am so excited for you and Joe, Amy! And you look just glorious!
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April
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:59 am
Amy, you look radiant! I’m so happy for you and Joe.
Boys are great fun too.
I hope you are doing well and you have a safe delivery.
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Gail
posted on October 13, 2011 at 11:59 am
Amy just look at you. Your look is of pure radiance! Blessings to you and Joe.
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Alex@Spoonful of Sugar Free
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:04 pm
Congratulations!!! I am so happy for you
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sophie
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:11 pm
Congratulations! By the way – beautiful pictur!!
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Judy@Savoring Today
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:16 pm
Congrats, Amy! Savor his little life
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Ricki
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:22 pm
Congrats, Amy! How exciting.
And you look amazing–so happy and peaceful. Glad the food aversions are gone, too. Enjoy every second! xo
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Jan J
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:28 pm
Congrats! Glad you’re starting to feel better.
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Loreen
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:28 pm
You look so happy!! Congratulations, this will be such joy for you. Thanks for all you do!
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Melissa
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:31 pm
You look just beautiful!! Congratulations to you both…you will be the best mom!!
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Alicia Kirk
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:33 pm
Congratulations……
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Suzanne
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:35 pm
How exciting! Congratulations on your baby boy. “. . . season tickets . . . ” LOL!
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Alisa Fleming
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:42 pm
Congratulations Amy!!! How exciting.
You look radiant
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Gina C
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:44 pm
Congratulations!
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Dawn
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:50 pm
Congrats! I have 5 wonderful boys I adore them all!
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Betsy @ Gluten Free Betsy
posted on October 13, 2011 at 12:51 pm
Congrats, Amy & Joe! You two will make wonderful parents!
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Posy
posted on October 13, 2011 at 1:01 pm
Congrats! As a mother of 2 girls and 2 boys I know exactly how you feel. Fondly remember the “kicking” stage!
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Karen Baldwin
posted on October 13, 2011 at 1:25 pm
You look beautiful Amy, Congratulations!!
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Kris
posted on October 13, 2011 at 1:33 pm
I have been reading your gluten and sugar free articles for several months now.
You look radiant!
Congratulations!
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shelley
posted on October 13, 2011 at 1:36 pm
Congratulations! We are having a boy, too! and I think we are due somewhere near you! Eating gluten and sugar free has kept my weight gain to 6 pounds so far and I’m 24 weeks. This is pregnancy number 6 for me and I’ve gained between 35 and 50 pounds with all my past pregnancies. No gestational diabetes ever, but kids were between 8 and 10 pounds (yes 10 pounds!)
Thanks for helping me keep eating yummy gf, sf food!
It has made a huge difference in this pregnancy.
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Linda
posted on October 13, 2011 at 1:46 pm
Sooooo excited for you both! Looks like a proud Mama to me! Beautiful!! You both enjoy the whole exciting ride! Very, very happy for you.
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Sabrina M.
posted on October 13, 2011 at 1:48 pm
Amy, you are positively beautiful and glowing! Congratulations to you and Joe— boy babies are so special and hard to come by. The three of you will make a precious family of love, and healthy eating no doubt
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Nisrine M.
posted on October 13, 2011 at 2:39 pm
You look eadiant, Amy. Congrats on having a boy. I heard they’re easier than girls
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Banu Bingor
posted on October 13, 2011 at 2:39 pm
Hello Amy,
I thank to her, and happy to find your blog.
) And I tell you having a baby boy is something real great fun 
(Just you gonna need more n more n more energy then you needed ever before )
(Just relax, and be peaceful that helps baby to be really healthy)
This is Banu from Istanbul, Turkey.
I found out your blog today, as Jenn (The Leftover Queen) shared your latest recipe of eclairs
I gave birth to a boy 8 1/2 months ago. We were -wrongly- waiting a baby girl after the first ultrasound, but then “it” turned to a boy
I just gained 4 kgs (I guess this makes 8 lbs) during pregnancy because of those sick feeling about foods. (I just ate green apples, fresh/unroasted almonds and hazelnuts, and toast for 4 months lol) But I understand now how it made me feel better and got ready for the baby – like a kinda detox….
I will be following this blog, and I know I need courage to get rid of my sugar&flour addiction. These two “killing beauties” just scrapping our life style. At least this is how I feel like now.
My idea turned into this after I read a book -just as you did- a Turkish cardiologist, Mrs. Karatay, who says it’s not the good fats or meat what makes us struggle with weight but just too much carbonhydrates. She also offers a life-long sugar & flour free diet with 3 meals (and in fact she says we even do not need any snack meals, but she gaves just as we are used to it)
After I read your “about me” part, I decided to go back to her advices.
Just need some more encouragement for me and my family. (I really do not wish my son to meet refined sugar which our ancistors had never faced.)
I’ll be back often
Wishing you a great “waiting” period, and you can be sure it will be amazing when “he”, your son arrives
Sincerely,
Banu
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Amy Reply:
October 17th, 2011 at 2:41 pm
@Banu Bingor, Thanks, Banu! So glad you found my site. I hope that it helps you on your new journey!
Amy
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Christianne
posted on October 13, 2011 at 2:51 pm
Oh Amy you are radiant! Beautiful Baby Boy Green and mama’s love are just shining out of every pore of your body!
Congratulations to you three again and thanks for the update picture of health!
Having no kids(but tons of god-kids) I will have to live vicariously through your posts!
Much love,
Christianne
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KatieC
posted on October 13, 2011 at 3:19 pm
Beautiful! (…”beautiful, beautiful, beautiful boy!” My brother started singing that song as soon as my sister-in-law confirmed they were having a boy, and he hasn’t stopped. My nephew’s almost 2 1/2!)
I am just beaming for you, sweet friend. Got your message the other day and you’re first on my “to call” list for tomorrow. Thought I’d be able to make phone calls today, but little miss had other plans. Hope I get you on Friday – looking forward to catching up!
<3, Katie
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Zoe
posted on October 13, 2011 at 3:47 pm
Congratulations, Amy, and what beautiful news!
You look absolutely stunning and that glow just radiates from you. You and Joe must be so excited – obviously, what with buying season tickets! Oh, I am so happy for you both. We’ll all be waiting for Baby Green with open arms!
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Chris Pedersen
posted on October 13, 2011 at 4:59 pm
Boys are great! Get your rest now! Thanks for sharing your special journey with us. And as others have said, you look amazing and radiant.
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Kathy
posted on October 13, 2011 at 6:19 pm
I told you it would be a boy!!! I love it!! My only child is a boy and we are very close. Little boys love their moms! You look georgeous!
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Maggie
posted on October 13, 2011 at 6:29 pm
Amy I’m so incredibly happy for you and Joe. xoxox
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Pure2raw twins
posted on October 13, 2011 at 6:33 pm
how exciting!!! congrats!
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Debbie
posted on October 13, 2011 at 7:23 pm
Amy you are just glowing and beautiful! Those times of feeling the baby move are the most incredible moments. I am so happy for you and your honey.
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Kim @ Welcoming Kitchen
posted on October 13, 2011 at 7:46 pm
You look so great! Boys are absolutely awesome. You are in for a wild ride! Congratulations!
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Anna@GreenTalk
posted on October 13, 2011 at 9:36 pm
Congrads from a Mom of four boys! Boys are great. You look beautiful and enjoy ever movement from Baby Green.
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SunnyB @ andloveittoo
posted on October 13, 2011 at 10:19 pm
YAY! There is a reason why we say “daddy’s girl” and “momma’s boy.” No greater love than the love a baby boy has for his sweet mommy.
So happy for you!
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Selina@CreativeJuicesDecor
posted on October 13, 2011 at 10:26 pm
I have ONE boy and 3 girls. I adore my little boy and can’t imagine my life without him. Boys are so awesome and they love their mamas! You look adorable!!!!!!!
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Amy Reply:
October 17th, 2011 at 2:30 pm
@Selina@CreativeJuicesDecor, Thanks, Selina! We are so excited. BTW – just shared your yummy brownie recipe on Facebook.
xoxo,
Amy
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Jeanie
posted on October 13, 2011 at 10:33 pm
Hi Amy,
Congrats on “Your Boy”!
You look positively radient!
Please, add my blog on your website!
Blessings,
Jeanie
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Nicole @ Special Diet Creations
posted on October 14, 2011 at 2:58 am
Congratulations, Amy! You have a beautiful glow about you. We’ll all be watching for updates in the weeks and months to come.
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Cassidy
posted on October 14, 2011 at 8:28 am
Congratulations on your boy! You look very cute and I can see your beautiful fall decor in the background
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Amy @ MomsToolbox
posted on October 14, 2011 at 8:56 am
Such WONDERFUL news!!!!!
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Elysia
posted on October 14, 2011 at 9:46 am
Congrats! Boys are so much fun! (and quite active….you won’t have to worry about losing the baby weight once he becomes mobile!)
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Zoila
posted on October 14, 2011 at 12:32 pm
Congratns! Boys can be so much fun.
I just wanted to let you know that I really enjoy your blog. I nominated you for the Versatile Blog Award. http://polyhobbymommy.com/archives/1202
Take care,
Polyhobbymommy
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Amy Reply:
October 17th, 2011 at 2:17 pm
@Zoila, What an honor! Thank you so much, Zolia!
Hugs,
Amy
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Nancy O'Mallon
posted on October 14, 2011 at 2:03 pm
Such fantastic news, I am so happy for you Amy, congratulations to you & Joe!
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InTolerant Chef
posted on October 14, 2011 at 4:33 pm
How exciting, congratulations!
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Elli
posted on October 14, 2011 at 4:56 pm
Hi Amy,
Wow! what exciting news for you and your husband. You certainly have the expecting mother radiance about you. Congrats and very best wishes for you all
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Laura
posted on October 14, 2011 at 5:10 pm
Congratulations! My baby boy just turned 1. Boys are so sweet and crazy about their Mommas!
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Miel
posted on October 14, 2011 at 9:10 pm
Congrats, Amy!
You look absolutely stunning.
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Elizabeth
posted on October 15, 2011 at 8:12 am
Congrats! Wonderful news. You look beautiful!
Although I rarely comment, I read all your posts by email. Thank you for the great blog.
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Amy Reply:
October 17th, 2011 at 2:12 pm
@Elizabeth, Thanks. Elizabeth! So glad to hear from you.
You have a gorgeous family! How incredible!!
Hugs,
Amy
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jessi k
posted on October 17, 2011 at 3:18 pm
congrats! hooray!
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Jenn @LeftoverQueen
posted on October 17, 2011 at 3:28 pm
So very happy for you and Joe – you look absolutely radiant – well more so than usual!
BIG BIG HUGS!
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Ellen
posted on October 17, 2011 at 9:42 pm
Congratulations!
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jill motew
posted on October 17, 2011 at 9:47 pm
You look great. Glowing! Boys are the bomb(have 4 plus my 1 girl). Balls and bats-that’s all you need, and , oh, some dirt!
Feel good, Jill
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Morri
posted on October 18, 2011 at 6:20 am
Oh Amy, Congratulations! You are going to be a bangin’ mom and pop.
What have you been eating/doing for a healthy pregnancy? Whatever it is, you looking absolutely radiant. I ask this because in a few years I will be considering children, and since you are all about delicious nutrition you would (maybe) consider doing a post about it.
{HUGS}
Morri
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Amy Reply:
October 18th, 2011 at 1:10 pm
@Morri, Thanks, Morri. That’s a great idea…I will give it some thought. I am surprised that my body still craves mostly healthy food and healthy fats. I always loved dessert but I rarely crave sweets.
Hugs,
Amy
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Tracee
posted on October 18, 2011 at 5:57 pm
Congrats. Boys are fun!! You will never realize how fascinating things like grasshoppers are until your little guy shows you. If you don’t have any trees you might want to register for a good solid stick so he can beat various objects in the yard with it.
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Amy Reply:
October 20th, 2011 at 8:59 am
@Tracee, You gave me a good laugh, Tracee. This is the first boy in my immediate family since my Dad was born…even on his side of the family there are no boys. I have a lot to learn when it comes to little boys.
xoxo,
Amy
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Emma @ my darling lemon thyme
posted on October 19, 2011 at 8:22 am
Huge congrats Amy! Isn’t it the most wonderful feeling having them wriggle inside you. Glad to hear you are feeling better and not so sick. All the best for the rest of your pregnancy. xx
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Lindsay at Kitchen Operas
posted on October 22, 2011 at 12:47 pm
HUGE congratulations, hugs, and love to you & your family, Amy!!! What great news!!!!
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Vicki
posted on October 24, 2011 at 5:04 pm
Congrats! I’m due the same month you are. We just found out we’re having a girl. We had a son first. He’ll be 6 in November. He’s lots of fun! I’m sure you’re son will bring you lots of joy! As for things you need, it’s not much. Basically, if you have a co sleeper, car seat, some receiving blankets and diapers you’ve got everything you need to get started. A swing that reclines is a plus in the first days.
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Amy Reply:
October 24th, 2011 at 9:02 pm
@Vicki, Congrats to you, Vicki! And thank you for the advice.
We’ve spent so much time researching baby products…it most certainly not like it was when I was a kid.
Hugs,
Amy
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Hannah
posted on October 26, 2011 at 9:04 am
Congratulations Amy! I pray the rest of the pregnancy goes well.
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