20 Week Ultrasound || Confirming the Gender of our Baby!!

[@TraceandLydia]

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[@christineromero9773]

Layer the sheets in the crib, for example waterproof pad, sheet, then another waterproof pad and then another. This helps when the baby soaks the sheet in the middle of the night, you only have to pull off the top layer off instead of changing an entire bed in the middle of the night.

[@gloriatruett276]

This is no longer recommended. It keeps the mattress from being breathable if the baby rolls over. The best mattress recommendation is a Newton mattress. Splurge on the items that will keep baby safe. Owlet monitor and Newton mattress.

[@TinaSims-q9p]

We have 4 kids and never had a changing table. We put a waterproof pad on the floor - that way the baby can't accidentally roll off. Also, we had a Moses basket that was portable instead of a basinet. The Moses basket worked really well for us, and it takes up less space when you are storing it between kids.

[@robynwilliams5928]

We had multiple ultrasounds with our youngest son. They said he was a girl the entire time. We had girls names picked out, all the girls clothes out of storage from our daughter. When he was born they said it’s a boy!! We had to come up with a boys name, go get all the boys clothes out of storage from our boy. His name is Benjamin Wade and he is now 28 and we couldn’t be more proud of the man he is today.

[@cdriv6542]

I was told before ultrasounds were the thing, that the heart rate was a girl, and after having three boys and a daughter that kept me on my toes, I was looking forward to another girl, sooo I got things ready for a girl. The day of delivery I looked over at my then husband and laughing said to him, it’s not a girl! Nope it was our fourth son, he was our rainbow 🌈 baby, we had just lost our second born son to a pediatric brain tumor, he was 5 years old when he died a year prior. My rainbow son turned 30 years old in 2022. God told me in a dream He was going to give me a baby to fill the void of my little boy and He did.

[@lynnzimmerman4445]

What an awesome blessing God is so Faithful!!

[@debbie9226]

Wow talk about a sense of peace from the Lord!! Amen 🙏🏻

[@vickyCA1643]

That is a beautiful story. Thanks for sharing it.

[@jenniferdentz2011]

For the diaper changing pad, I have one that I have different cloth covers for, just elastic on the edges and slips over like a fitted sheet. But also, I have a waterproof/resistant cloth pad (kinda like what you will have in your hospital bed) that I kept in top so it would catch any messes and throw it in the wash instead of changing the cover every time. Just another option😊

[@heatherdodson2458]

Yes that's what I do also.

[@debbievanhorn1256]

I used a pack n play that had an extra part that was higher on it for a newborn to sleep, and also a changing side. Then when we went away, you fold it up and take it with you. Then as they grow it can be used as a reg play pen.

[@debbievanhorn1256]

Oops, brand name was Graco :)

[@brookenolin3844]

A tip that I found helpful when having both my babies, is doing freezer meals. They definitely came in handy postpartum and saved us money on take out.

[@rosethornbury1221]

Yes!

[@heiditroyer1792]

Totally agree!

[@Teresa-Q]

Thanks for taking us along. Love how you are taking extra special care of Maui…a doing it before the baby gets here …timesaflyin. 🙏🏻💙🙏🏻

[@traceywse9755]

Great ideas keeping Maui out of the kitchen. An idea to keep your kitchen locked throughout even even cravings hit would be to create a basket of favorites and leave them in your bedroom or a place near the living room.

[@BellaJadeTrodova]

I’m happy baby Ryker is healthy and doing well thank God! 🙏 You two are the sweetest! ❤

[@kathrynhall7021]

My supervisor was told his wife was having a boy, "for sure"...they made a blue nursery with sports theme... His wife safely delivered a beautiful baby girl❤️

[@SandyBarth1]

There can be mistakes from an ultrasound... not a BLOOD TEST.

[@judylake8464]

I always gave a 3 in 1 portable diaper changing pad as gifts. New parents have said that it was one of the best gifts they received. It holds all of your diaper changing necessities. Prices vary, but they are all basically the same. Don't spend more than you need. Waiting patiently for baby Ryker.

[@barbhelle5481]

I am so excited for you both. I had my 5 babies years ago and things have changed so much. I am having great grandbabies now.

[@honnorjustice]

I never had a change table. I had my mom’s bassinet, crib, dresser, high chair and that’s it. Baby’s grow so fast that by my third child I mostly kept her in sleepers until she started moving around. I had few changes of clothes. I also bought used because you can get a lot of used in very good shape.

[@shar822]

Moses baskets are perfect size for small rooms. I had two for our twins in our very small bedroom and they fit in them until 4-5 months. I didn’t have the stands for them just had them on the floor and they worked great!

[@beverleyforte1371]

You two are so cute. It's lovely to see you both enjoying everything baby, Maui and renovating... Cherish every moment 🥰

[@karenwest2670]

Our first baby slept in our room ONE night. He was the noisiest sleeper. He kept us awake. Don’t worry, you will hear him when he wakes in the other room.

[@joanneschwartz3753]

I'm glad that everything is going well with your pregnancy! God bless you both! ❤️🙏

[@pennihairston4907]

I'm glad to hear the baby is doing great, and it's still a boy😊. Cute cat door.

[@ashleighburroughs3581]

Glad that it's still a boy!! And glad everything is well with little Ryker.

[@rah2209]

My son slept in a pack-n- play for his first 14 months. Small room, it’s great.

[@AutumnLehman-d3l]

Moses baskets are so cute for bedside basinets! Plus they are skinnier than regular pack-in-plays

[@Bizzy-yq7sh]

For a diaper changing pad that you can wipe down, I found that you can wrap a standard pad in a clear shower curtain. If you put it in the dryer for 20-30 seconds it will take out the creases and it will be easier to wrap around. I just stapled it and taped it securely. This gives you a wipe-able surface.

[@EagleSpirit2825]

My 2 fav things that were life saving were: the wedge that kept my babies on their side while sleeping in the bassinet & the boppy pillow that keeps him propped up, tummy time & feeding support.

[@michellelindsay5727]

The Academy of Pediatrics doesn’t recommend side lying for infants while sleeping. It’s back to sleep and front to play. There were some infants that actually began choking while side lying and weren’t able to move their faces away from vomit effectively and that’s why those series of recommendations came about. I love the “boppy” pillow for a variety of uses when the infant is awake. God bless and always remember to get the latest/up-to-date information for you and baby. I absolutely adored the sweet kitten entrée doorway! I was wondering if you thought about placing under the shelf lights; so your precious kitten could walk into his toilet area easier😉

[@blancallara1719]

Lydia you look so pretty and glowing too. As long as you and the baby are healthy thats the most important thing.❤🎉

[@Homestead777]

I'm with Lydia about research....very smart!

[@lindafarmer5503]

I lived in a trailer and there was no room and a friend let me use a car bed I used things under it so it would be good for the baby and my husband built a thing for the car bed to set on and it worked God bless you guys and all your families 🙏❤️❤️🙏🙏❤️❤️🙏❤️❤️🙏🙏❤️❤️🙏🙏❤️🙏❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@janetclark6740]

Lydia! you are ALWAYS LOVELY!!❤

[@RinaRoo2You]

I love your videos! I can tell that you each make the other's life better in every way ❤

[@dianefoster4517]

I had a bassinet for both kids, first one wouldn’t sleep in it. She slept in the bassinet type stroller, second one loved it. Slept in our room for the first month and then they both slept through the night. No car seats 40 years ago.. sounds terrible but rarely did people use them. They were 15 months apart and I didn’t have a car so I wasn’t driving anywhere anyway. Had a stroller big enough for both and that was a huge blessing.

[@j.stevenbrown4063]

You be you and ignore haters. Im grateful you share so much of yourselves. Love the cat door. ✌🧡🐿🤪

[@gracecouchrealtor4413]

❤❤❤

[@deborahhopper2682]

Congratulations it’s definitely a boy! Love the name y’all picked! Love Y’all! Love and Prayers Always

[@Sullysspirit]

Lydia & Trace, bassinet by the bed Papabli brand opens up either side of bed on rollers. 22 W × 37 1/2 L I have my 5th grandchild coming in October, I love seeing how far you are as our daughter doesn't live close by. Thanks for sharing❤

[@davidmaryperry8327]

I had foster babies and found the simpler the better. The most important baby items is a bed, high chair, stroller, car seat, clothes from garage sales or good will as they grow out of the clothes fast, toys they can play on the floor, diapers, and wipes. Swings and other little baby things that holds the baby is a waste of space. Tummy time on the floor allows the baby to develop the muscles needed for life.

[@leannacaylee5218]

For the changing pad I have a couple of cute sheets and I have like five or six waterproof liners that I can throw in the wash. Super easy!

[@beverlysparkman2232]

Use diaper changing pads on top of changing table that way if it gets dirty you can just wash the changing pad and put a clean one on , I think they are about 18 by 18

[@haleyphipps0417]

I would go with the Snoo bassinet. It seems small for a small space and as for a stroller,why not get the fancy one that Katie and Travis got for Hailey that's also a car seat too. Also remembered they got a Snoo for Hailey and they like it.

[@janieadames8453]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE how you are utilizing all your small space & making it look as cluterness as possible. 😊

[@crystalmast3973]

Love your videos!!!! I'm a well seasoned mom of almost 23 years and I would suggest keep it simple!!! We had a very tiny trailer when our first child was born and we had the old fashioned bassinet and it worked super good for all our kids!! We didn't have all the new complicated gadgets. It would have been fun to have a cute nursery fixed up. I am a mom of 5 kids now and love every minute of it!!! God bless your precious baby boy . 💙

[@samanthaaleo]

You should ask Carlin n Evan about bassinet as they had both kids there.

[@rosethornbury1221]

If you are blessed with multiple showers, consider asking that one be a diaper & book shower. Build a library & get needed basics. Also recommend the “Cutie I pray” book. You replace Cutie with the child’s name when you read it out loud.

[@cathiesindall6721]

Congratulations. My kids now grown are 16 months apart. We never used a baby monitor. A car seat that fits in a stroller is useful

[@nichole_danielle2083]

I never used our changing table. I always used the floor, couch, my bed…… go ahead and source on the mattress bc all your babies will use it.

[@gailknowles3804]

So glad the baby is doing well and that you can keep all that boy stuff you bought. I love watching you guys because you are so genuine and you love the Lord. Great idea about the litter box. I'm stealing that idea. God bless you all!

[@amyferguson4141]

Our son and daughter in love use the CuboAi baby monitor, it is amazing. It is a cute little bird that goes above crib and can be moved anywhere, the video is so clear, let's us know through their phones when he is put in crib, rolls, over, cries, room temp, room humidity, there is a mat that goes under mattress that keeps track of bsby, heart rate, temperature, growth, sleep pattern. Also we grandparents have on our phones so when we babysit we have access. We love it and recommend, a little pricey but worth it.

[@Melissa_in_CT]

Sounds so cool! Cannot put a price on safety!

[@delilahfrost]

My mom used a wicker laundry basket for my bassinet. Since it had a more of an oval shape, a feather pillow made a perfect little mattress. It worked out great in a small space. A baby is only little enough for a bassinet for just a few months, so it was a good temporary option until I was big enough to transfer to my crib in the nursery.

[@shelleymccarty1955]

I would say most baby bags now are like backpacks they have a spot on your side for your wipes

[@janafewell2929]

Get an “Owlet” monitor to put on baby. Also, do cord blood banking through CBR.

[@Mrsmadison45]

Back in the 70's and 80's no ultrasound unless they thought there was a problem so , we never found out the sex of our 8 kids until delivery time ❤

[@keke8880]

Wow really? In the 80s here they had ultrasounds and also did amniocentesis if necessary, which also happened to tell you the sex

[@HeatherKFezuk]

@@keke8880I had ultrasounds with my daughter in 1984/85 and the sex was never even brought up. Same with my son in 1991.

[@kimberlyholt2241]

I wish Lydia the BEST! With my first, I was sick the entire 9 months! Then my second was a breeze! 🙏

[@candy.yankovska]

Can you make more videos of Maui. Like 20+ min or as long as possible. I can watch him all day Lol Hes so cute.

[@christinaarnold2546]

When my kids were babies we had a small house and there was no room in my bedroom. So I put them straight in there own room in their crib. I just went in their room and fed them. It worked out well.

[@TeressaJ1960]

It's so exciting watching y'all prepare for baby Ryker! Maui's cat door is so cute. I wish we could have watched him go through it. Take care!

[@Angela-ks1pm]

I had a bassinet for my baby. A bassinet is so wonderful to have next to the bed, especially when you're very tired. I got a couple of mattress pad covers for the crib to keep the bed clean from accidents. After an accident, I put the mattress pad cover in the wash and I had one ready to put on the bed. 🙂

[@patriotmama]

Where the stroller comes, get a small umbrella stroller to just pop into the car for short shopping trips or if you decide to just walk around a little if you are some where. Get a the biggest stroller you can and then it will still be usable for you for some years to come. That is what we did and I was still able to push all my kids till they were four years old like if we went to the zoo or something like that. Toddlers love to walk and explore, then all of a sudden they want to crash and that way they can sleep. Get a big changing table. I used a Port-A-Crib and I was able to change babies/toddlers very easily. Then I just kept using it until they were almost 5 and they started dressing themselves. Makes it so much easier to just plop them up there and toss their clothes on. No bedding over a bed or trying to do it on the floor.

[@AmyintheMountains]

I loved large foldable cotton diapers from Green Mountain Diapers. I used them to lay over my shoulder when holding baby to protect their delicate skin, for burp cloths, as a lightweight cover for warm days, as changing pads, even as a nursing cover. They are really versatile!! I also recommend checking any clothing for annoying tags and seams. I can’t wait to see the nursery when you finish it! And I *love* the cat door!!! My cat needs one lol ❤😂

[@meaganpowers1177]

My kids slept in a “rock n play” that folds up slim, bc we had small space as well. But it also helps when you travel, bc you can take it with you and the baby feels “at home” and will rest better! Also highly recommend the snuggleme pillow for them!!!

[@robinweiss1681]

Rock n plays were recalled and discontinued. I thought they were great but turned out they were dangerous.

[@jeanpotter2163]

You may want to think about putting two narrow strips of wood on each side of the door frame or wall to make a track to slide a board in and then it can be removed so nobody will trip over the board . We did this for our puppy. We had it as the only divider … it was about 3 feet high but this would not work with a kitty, but it should work with the board you have. It would just be easy to remove if you needed to go through without stepping over this board. Your home looks so good.

[@racheljohnston2247]

For the changing pad, I used the skip hop one that is like a cheaper keekaroo. This time I got an Ava + Oliver leather mat that you can put on regular changing pads or to use on the couch or anywhere and it folds small.

[@dianecervantes9095]

Love watching your videos y’all guys are great but time you know if the babies going to be here y’all have a blessed Saturday night❤

[@amandamendoza4181]

Get a ton of muslin burp clothes. You can use them as wash cloths, spit up, lay them down anywhere to change baby. They come in handy for everything!

[@cynthiaramsey0819]

We used a Pack N Play that had a changing table and bassinet attached to it. Yes, its a little big but like others have said they outgrow a smaller bassinet too quickly to justify spending that amount of money. Our little girl didn’t sleep through the night until she was around 7 months old, so she slept in the same room as us until she was almost one year old. So the Pack N Play was very helpful for us, as you could change it as the baby grows. Then we bought a crib and used it for her naps so she could get used to it before we transferred her to her room

[@cbzzzzzzzzzzz1167]

That little cat door is such a good idea. I need one for my little white cat, she is very clingy and likes to find secret hiding places.

[@bethtaig2443]

Doesn’t worry me I watch you every week. Thanks for sharing your life. I always appreciate it. 🇦🇺

[@jhmiranda81]

A great tip that I have used is size up on diapers during the night so that you won't disturb your babies sleep ( if he's a good sleeper) changing his diaper. I even size up two sizes. This will probably be more helpful when your baby is a little older since babies usually do more that urinate each feeding when they are younger so you have to change them anyway.

[@denisediangelo1902]

Good ideas your coming up with. Your so sweet your kitty is gorgeous

[@carrihunt103]

For the diaper changing station, just have a towel handy to put down every time in case anything comes out while changing. Also, put the clean diaper under the baby before removing the dirty one. And beware of projectile poop! 🤣

[@1goofymommy]

Also, cover his privates while changing. Those little boys will pee in your face.

[@cmreimer3385]

For the bassinet. Depending on what stroller you get you might be able to use the stroller bassinet for him to sleep during the night. I did that with my baby and it works get specially if he is picky where he sleeps that way you take his bed with you when you go away.

[@sarahswanson838]

Y’all are going to do great!!! We loved the mini co sleeper for a bassinet…it can go up to a higher weight limit and has the side that you can make the same height as your own mattress. MOST ESPECIALLY….LOOK FOR CONSIGNMENT SALES AND GREAT THRIFT STORES. These are fantastic ways to find pieces you need without having to spend as much😊😊☺️

[@jreed2277]

Wow, baby products have really come a long way. You two are so cute and watching you brings back memories of when I had my two sons. I'm an old mom now and my son's are grown but one thing that I had to have was a Boppy Pillow. It is perfect for nursing and even bottle feeding. Positions your baby at just the right level and is comfortable. Even dads can use it to feed their babies. When grandparents come over, they would put on the boppy and hold their grandbabies. I wore my first one out and had to get a new one for my second son. You can even use it to prop the baby on when on the floor or couch. Do people still use them? Not sure, maybe they have come up with something new. Enjoy these precious moments because before you know it, they are grown.

[@linak7155]

Hear Hear!💓

[@karithompson5621]

I have 6 kids. I never used a changing table. I just put a towel on the floor or on the bed.

[@joannesmith8942]

I am so happy for you both. Lydia you are glowing, you are beautiful. All the way from Australia xo

[@jodytigges1830]

Newton crib mattress. It’s an investment piece but one you’ll use for each baby so worth the money.

[@graceaubin9484]

I had a diaper changing station that I never used! I always just changed my kids where ever I happened to be… usually the couch or the floor. For me it wasn’t worth the money at all!

[@Creative2xmom]

Truthfully, in a small house, monitors are so unimportant. I realized how in our small house, I was going to hear the baby anyways. So I wouldn't necessarily worry about it. I did borrow one when we went on a women's retreat because the facility was bigger. I personally don't like the video monitors. Just feel pointless to me. Yay for boy! My oldest was a boy as well. The name you picked is so cute!

[@karenkillinger7057]

I like what you did with the litter box

[@rachellandolt]

Lucie's list was a huge help for me to figure out all the stuff I needed and which option I wanted for many things.

[@sarahm1236]

Have LOVED our Uppa Baby stroller for our granddaughter. I did lots of investigation and background work as you’re doing.😁Reading everyone’s comments really pays off doesn’t it?! It has been a great stroller.👍🏻 Have had 18 months. No problems.

[@ssh6414]

Meal trains and diaper showers were life changing! Also, for a small baby up your protein intake! You should be shooting for 85mg a day. I know that's a lot and the junk sounds better (I'm almost 26 weeks), but it'll help satiate that hunger took. If the nausea comes back in a few weeks up the potassium. ❤️

[@Power19501]

I had a friend who was expecting there third daughter but surprised when the baby came the baby was a very healthy boy. Talk about a fast change.,

[@hannahdaron8010]

We never used a diaper changing table. We had one with our first, but we always just changed on the floor or couch or bed.

[@bethanneg1217]

Bassinet: ask Carlin Baby changing pad: I had a soft one then a smaller one on top of that. I changed it every couple days or if baby had made a mess.

[@Designsyn7]

to keep baby from fussing, put blanket in the dryer to warm it up and then wrap baby up in it.....worked like a charm!! also, always keep a clear shower curtain liner under the baby's high chair... they love to toss everything overboard and this way, you don't get dried food on the floor to clean up later...just toss the liner in the wash

[@jenniesmith9788]

I suggest to all new moms the owlet. U strap to their foot and has alarms that go off if their oxygen falls to low and helps prevent SIDS

[@toniwhitten4691]

I know I'm old school but i wanted to be surprised about the gender. Even when i had ultrasounds my babies kept it a secret too. And you asked....but unless you have a large home, monitors are relativity useless. Babies have built in warning alarms called lungs. Lol Best wishes for a healthy pregnancy and birth.

[@jaymie-lee]

Yes also it's a small house no need to buy monitors when the baby will be right beside you. Waste of money all this fancy stuff. Just get the basics.

[@jhmiranda81]

It is helpful to have a monitor when you are in the shower or if you go outside. Also when the baby moves to his room and you (the parents) have a sound machine, it is needed so that your sound machine won't drown out the crying.

[@craigdenlinger5633]

Target has wipeable changing pad covers. I love them and have used them for almost 7 years now.

[@tinabartlett6079]

Yall are so generous with telling all going on in your adorable livest❤thanks guys!!

[@hollyrogers1678]

For the stroller I suggest getting one that the car seat can click into. Monitor I suggest a video one and on that gives the ability to move the camera in the bedroom from the monitor. Then for changing just put a burp cloth under him if you have the fabric cover for the changing pad and worried about getting it dirty

[@michellepoe761]

When my kids were little I used to put a sheet, I can’t remember if it was a playpen sheet or crib sheet, over the changing pad. I then put a thick burn cloth where there head and bottom would go just in case of spit up or a diaper explosion. If I remember correctly I used a cloth diaper for it because it was thicker then a normal burp cloth, if that makes sense. Ultrasound appointments are so exciting and I can’t believe your 20 weeks already!!! ❤

[@akilahhyatt8357]

We did a Bed Side Sleeper and it’s the best thing we ever did! Way better than a bassinet which they outgrow very fast.

[@dianaholt9566]

This is a very exciting thing to behold . I don’t know about a small bassinet because my children are grown .

[@jamiezucker9236]

For all 4 of my kids, I didn’t even use a bassinet. I just used a bouncy chair for the first 5 months of their lives. They all slept great in it! Definitely splurge on a good baby monitor. You’ll use it every day for years! It’s nice to have a good one that you can see & hear baby clearly. You guys got this! Congrats! 🎉🎉🎉

[@juliab628]

We loved a bouncy seat as well! The bassinet was outgrown quickly but a lifesaver. Never had a baby monitor, could not understand why they were needed. I only felt peace if I physically went to check on baby. I always wondered, why a remote monitor?

[@Rachel-xe5uh]

Hey I have 3 kids and we just have a regular changing pad but I tell ALL my friends when they have babies to buy the Target Cloud Island wipeable changing pad covers! They're amazing because they are wipeable but you can still take them off and wash them when you need to. One of my must-have baby items when people ask! A baby bassinet is literally the hardest thing ever to figure out. We have done something different with each baby. I don't know how much space you have beside your bed, but finally for our third we bought a bassinet that I love! It is an Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper bassinet that you can use just as a bassinet or attach it to your bed and use it as a safe co-sleeper too. We bought one used, but I would have spent the money for it new. It has mesh all the way around which is a must-have for me once they start moving more in their sleep. I would say our baby did not outgrow it until she was about 7 months old. I know I said this before, but the Copper Pearl burp cloths are SO good and absorbent. You can register for them on Amazon and I can say with almost 100% certainty they will end up being your favorite ones. You guys are doing great! The first baby registry is so tough because you just don't know!

[@btalbs513]

Both of my babies slept in a pack n play in our room for like 10 months. I bought a nice mini crib mattress so it way much more comfortable and they slept so good

[@ilenehill6305]

I don't have much experience because I'm not a parent yet. But I have heard the nestig crib is a popular choice it goes from mini crib up to toddler bed all in one

[@elouisewynne3243]

so fun seeing the sweet baby! I would advice having a cosleeper beside the bed as its so easy to nurse baby at night, my husband just made one. Also if your house is small like mine was you don't even need a baby monitor. Also you can source a sheep farm and buy cheep wool and just stuff your own natural mattress. The diaper change isn't necessary I just used the bed and a plastic guard.

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Love you guys. You are great! Can't wait to meet Ryker Bates. Cute kitty door.

[@sharonmartin1223]

Hey people if you follow them every week you would have knew they were just making sure at this appointment...These two are very sweet and happy...and they havent lied so far....very sweet couple

[@bethpittsiirjdjdb1028]

Love the way you fix the cat problem. Talk to Katie and Alyssa about the most new updates baby stuff. When my kids were born they didn't have all this new stuff. My kids were born in 1978 and 1981

[@HelenMenke-j6y]

My friends were told there baby was a boy originally, until the ultrasound & discovered it was a girl inside. It does happen.