You're Almost 20 Weeks Old

To My Little Child in Utero:

Our anticipation grows. Everyday, your big sisters are showering you with kisses. Everyday, your mom and I discuss names for you. Everyday, we pat and rub mom's tummy to tell you that we're here, that we love you, that we can't wait to meet you, that you are already a part of our family.

20 Week highlights:
You now weigh about 10.5 ounces . You are ~6.5 inches long from head to bottom and about 10 inches from head to heel — the length of a banana. You're swallowing more these days. You're also now producing meconium, a black, sticky by-product of digestion. Woohoo!

Next Monday, March 1, we going in for your 20-week sonogram. We're excited to see you, Little Guy. Get ready because we hope that you'll entertain us with a little show.

You are already unique, and I love you as such even now. Keep growing, stay healthy, stay warm. Keep up the good eating: just don't give Mom any weird cravings! Know that we have so much love to give you. We are excited to welcome you in our person into our homes, though you are already at home in our hearts. We love you.

See you soon,
Dad