The results are in, and Baby Dekker #2 is a…
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BOY!
Truthfully, Dave and I didn’t care either way.
On one hand, a girl would make it easy to share bedrooms, share clothing, etc.
But on the other hand, a boy is something new for us… and he will probably stand a better chance of “holding his own” against a bossy big sister.
The most important thing is that he (I love saying ‘he’) is seemingly very healthy… and VERY wiggly!
So yes, we are thrilled!
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I emailed the good news to Dave after my ultrasound last week, and then we emailed the rest of our brothers, sisters, and Dave’s parents later that day (with the baby boy picture above).
Obviously, all our family members are so happy for us — but I think my dad is probably the most excited since this will be the first son/grandson for him (all girls so far in his life besides the family dog).
We specifically didn’t email my parents, but instead, told them by having Nora deliver a special gift to them later that night.
Yup, he and my mom were excited!
Although, I think the main reason my mom is so excited is because now she has another reason to shop for tiny baby clothing since we have no boy clothes (besides the 2 items in the picture above).
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A girl would have been so fun — but having one of each seems really special too. And I’m certainly glad I didn’t hang onto ALL Nora’s old clothes since we clearly won’t need girl clothes for a while (maybe never).
So we’re over half way now (which still seems like we have an awfully long time to wait) but we have lots to do before this baby arrives so I’m sure the time will fly.
Here I am at almost 21 weeks… and growing 🙂
Oh, and in other news, I’ll have a 2 year old in exactly one month!
I still don’t think she understands the whole new baby thing — but she does keep asking me to look at the “baby brofer in mom’s bewwy” — referring to the ultrasound photo 🙂
Olga says
That’s so wonderful! Congratulations!
JoDi says
Congratulations! Thanks for sharing the news. Will be looking forward to seeing the first pix of Baby Boy Dekker!
Kristen @ Joyfully Thriving says
How exciting! My husband and I have our ultrasound tomorrow to see if our baby is a boy or girl. Like you, we will be excited either way…but it will make planning a bit easier! 🙂 You look wonderful, Andrea, and I’m happy to hear that Nora is excited about her new brother!
Andrea says
Thanks Kristen – I’ll be excited to hear your news too 🙂
JoDi says
Well, the first pix OUTSIDE the womb, I mean! LOL
JoDi says
Oops! That was supposed to be a reply to my comment below, but my silly tablet moved it up. Should have waited until I was on my laptop! 🙂
Five4FiveMeals says
You’re going to love having a boy. I have two baby boys and they are the light of my life. Boys are cuddly and sweet.
Ree Klein says
How AWESOME, Andrea! I’m so excited for you and your family. It should be fun hearing how Nora responds to her baby brother once he arrives!
Congratulations,
Ree
Sandy K says
Congratulations to you all. I look forward to you blogging your pregnancy.
Gayle says
Congratulations! I had a daughter first, and then a son. They are now a Senior and a Freshman in high school and they are best friends. They do spat occasionally, but they are always there for each other and I wouldn’t want it any other way 🙂 Enjoy your growing family!
Aa. says
Congratulation! I prray you are all happy and healthy, that is all that matter! 🙂
Shelly says
Congratulations! A boy will be so much fun! It will give Dave a little ballplayer to coach. (Although Nora may be one, too.) 😉 Dave will enjoy it and, as someone said earlier, the bond between mother and son is very special. Can’t wait to hear all about it.
Charissa says
So exciting!! Congratulations!!
Debbie says
Congratulations! May God continue to bless your family. I have a daughter than our son. I love how my daughter looks out for her little brother. He often goes to her for advice and that’s pretty sweet. I can trust her to give him sound advice. You will have fun and busy times ahead as your little ones are the same age difference as mine. I did not have too many times that they were both crying at the same time, but some. On a selfish note…I hope you will still be able to keep your site going as I love to read it! God Bless and have a safe healthy delivery!
Shannon says
Congrats and happy to hear all is well with mama and baby!
KimH says
So cute… all of you! Congrats on that baby boy! My 2 girls were 2 years & 3 months apart… I loved having them so close.. It was easier having 2 babies than figuring out how to deal with 1 the first time…
Linda Bolt says
Wonderful news! And so glad the baby looks healthy. I liked having children of both sexes, because it kept our family balanced.
Melinda says
Congratulations! I have a daughter and then a son (20 months younger) and it is so much fun. The first year is a learning experience, but I think that is the case with a second child, no matter what the genders of the two are. But now, (they are 4.5 and 3), they are best friends.
Ann says
little boys are incredible! we have three girls and one boy and the bond between a mother and son is extremely special and he was an absolute joy as a baby, so much easier then the girls! of course we love all of our children but there is something different and wonderful about a little boy! this coming from a mother who thought she wanted all girls 🙂
Candis says
Congrats my friend 🙂
DeeDee Moore says
Congrats! I have one of each too and I love the unique relationship I have with both of them!
Janice says
Oh yea! It’s a boy! I too have been praying for you in your pregnancy and I have to admit that I asked The Lord that this baby would be a boy. So many lessons learned about human nature when having children of both genders. We were blessed with one of each and now have 4 boy g’kids and 2 girl g’kids. I loved the way you and Dave gave the news to your folks. When our son and his wife were expecting their first child and no one knew that yet, they gave us a Christmas present which was a framed poem about how we were about to become grandparents. It was so fun.
Michelle says
I love that your mom is such an important part of your pregnancy. My mom passed away last year and I am pregnant now. It is an ache I feel every day that I can’t share my news with her and that this baby won’t know her and love her the way we did.
Andrea says
Thanks Michelle, Sorry to hear about your mom — that’s so sad. I am very lucky to have my mom (and mother-in-law) close by — definitely don’t want to ever take that for granted.
Kristin says
Congrats! We have one of each, girl first, then a boy 2 1/2 years later and while I love and adore my daughter, there is just something about a little boy that will melt your heart. Every time. Even if they are ornery.
Maria says
Congratulations to you and your family! Thank you for sharing your wonderful news. Great photos of you and Nora. I’m sure Nora will be an awesome big sister.
Debra Schramm says
Congratulations! Boys are wonderful.
Pamela S. Wade says
Congratulations! I’m so happy for you! We are expecting our first grandchild, which is a boy, at the same time as you so it’s fun to hear about your pregnancy as well! ~~Pam
Kimberley says
Congrats to you and your family! Awesome news! It’s always nice to hear that everyone is healthy!
Jen says
Congratulations! We have one of each and I love it. I was nervous when I found out #2 was a boy because I was so used to raising a little girl. But man, oh man, is it awesome. We also got lucky that we had several friends with boys who were only a few years older than our son, and we have gotten ALL the hand-me-downs.
So exciting! I’m looking forward to adorable sibling pictures. 🙂
amanda says
Congratulations! Many Blessings to you and your family! 🙂
Wendy says
Congratulations! As mom of a son I can share that little boys are awesome! A girl and a boy is such a lovely family. Best wishes for a smooth pregnancy and safe delivery.
Becky - Clean Mama says
Yay! Congratulations – so fun!
xo, Becky
Deb says
YAY! And as a side note, boys are usually easier than girls! 😉 Congratulations!
Living So Abundantly says
Congratulations!!! We have a boy(11 months old) and are expecting a girl in January(opposite of your order). I have the same attitude you do about the gender. 😉 I’ve been praying for your pregnancy, and it will be fun to see your posts about your son. FINALLY, you post a picture of your son! :p
Amanda says
I have a boy a month younger than Nora – they’re so much fun! And this kid loves his momma 🙂 I don’t have an experiences w/ girls, but so far having a boy has been a lot of fun (although it also has it’s challenging moments… he is a boy after-all!).
Congrats!!
Leanne Heern says
I have 3 boys! tons of energy and tons of fun…and really, pretty drama free 🙂 except for some “minor” trips to urgent care for stitches, broken bones, etc! but, boys will be boys!! I so enjoy your updates on your home and family!
Becky says
Aw, congrats! We have a 1 year old son, and he is just the sweetest little thing!
Victoria says
Congratulations!
Victoria @ Creative Home Keeper says
Congratulations! You are going to love having a little boy. I have two, a boy whose 2 and a girl who just turned 1. They are 18 months apart and it is so sweet to watch them play together and give each other little hugs. It blesses me heart everyday to see their little friendship bloom. Hope you are feeling well through your pregnancy! 🙂
Jen says
Congratulations! We have four children-2 girls and 2 boys in that order-and while I LOVE LOVE LOVE my girls, there is definitely something special about a mom and her boy(s)! Congratulations to all!
Did I read correctly that Dave didn’t go with you to the ultrasound?? You emailed him the results??? You crack me up! 🙂
Andrea says
yes jen! Dave’s teaching schedule doesn’t really allow for him to leave during the day — and our ultrasound place is only open until 4:30, so it was just way easier this way. He came with me for Nora’s ultrasound because it was in June and he insisted that it wouldn’t bother him if he couldn’t go this time. He’s super easy-going and I’m all for practicality 🙂
Jen says
I LOVE that you were common sense and practical and just did what needed to be done! I’m the same way and often, I get very strange responses and get accused of being “unemotional” or detached or another random “bad” characteristic! 🙂
I’m happy for you and your sweet family!
Organize 365 says
CONGRATS!!
Having one of each is very fun! I am so excited for you!
🙂
Lisa
BarbaraL says
Congratulations……little boys are wonderful! A whole new experience for you!!
JoAnn C. says
Such lovely news. Congratulations to you and Dave and both of your families. And thank you for sharing your happy news. You look beautiful.