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Gender Reveal Party

October 24, 2014 by Kaylynn Zoe 18 Comments

So, if you know me, you know that I like to go BIG. (Remember that one time I threw myself a last minute Harry Potter Party? Or the time I nearly killed myself with a Frozen party and a Minnie Mouse Party?) Maybe that’s the overachiever in me, or maybe I’ve been influenced too much by my OCD cake and party master friend Ashlee.

So it only make sense that I’d want to make a big deal about announcing the gender of Baby #2, right? Huge gender reveal party!

Boy was I wrong.

(Here’s where the “over-share” begins. If you want to know what’s going on, read on. If you just want to know the gender, skip the over share and just scroll down – I won’t be offended.)

At 10 weeks I was measuring “larger than I should have been.” The midwife ordered an ultrasound and we discovered a subchorionic hemorrhage. Basically, a pocket of blood. Awesome.

Around 17 weeks I started bleeding. Emergency ultrasounds showed baby was fine (and we took a quick peek at the gender a few weeks early!) but that the subchorionic hemorrhage was still there, along with a blood clot and a tear at the placenta. YIKES. Again, the midwife and Dr. assured us that all was fine, but to be careful. It was at this point they recommended bed rest. SAY WHAT?! Bed rest. How does an overachieving, marathon running, blogging, special education teaching, momma go on bed rest for a week? YIKES. (The cat and I hung out, in case you were curious)

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At 20 weeks we went in for our “routine” ultrasound. You know, it’s usually your first look at your baby and you find out the gender. Not us. We knew baby was fine and we knew the gender. We were concerned about other issues. After this appointment, they admitted me to the hospital to run some tests. After an emotionally exhausting night in the hospital, we were released with the Dr/midwife ordering 4 mores weeks of bed rest.

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I cried. I cried lots. How on earth am I supposed to sit around and do….NOTHING for 4 weeks?! Turns out, there are lots of books to be read, blog posts to be read/written, crafts to be done, and naps to be taken. We’re staying positive over here. And coming home was so sweet – someone missed us.

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Anyway! Back to the gender reveal party – it was nothing spectacular. I was so torn. How can I tell the gender and let my family get even more emotionally attached? What if something happens? We’re taking a chance and we went for it. Staying positive.

From the beginning, or at least when we TOLD little T that there was a baby in mama’s tummy, she was convinced it was a girl. We’d ask her, “What should her name be?” and she’d just make up some word by throwing a bunch of sounds together. Somehow, she stuck with “CRUNCH.” We’d then ask her, “What if it’s a Boy?” Her answer? “Kit.”

Who knows how she came up with these names. She made them up is most likely. My guess? A “kit-kat” is her most favorite candy bar. Someday we’ll know what the heck she was thinking.

So….do we have a CRUNCH or a KIT?

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I would’ve loved to display something like this: (I had way too much fun trying out all these silly wives tales!)
Cravings: salt (boy)
Sleeping on: right side (girl)
Drain-O test: black/fizzes (boy)
3 year old prediction: (girl)
Acne: YES (girl)
Chinese calendar: (boy)
Ring test: (girl)

So there you have it. Gender reveal party. On bed rest. Here it goes:
1. Invite family over
2. Order pizza
3. Cut cake (blue or pink)
Survey says….

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Fingers crossed that everything works out and little man actually stays happy and healthy until March. Heaven help us. If you’ve read this far – congrats. And I love you.

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  1. Jen says

    October 24, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    Good luck! You are in my thoughts. Love the positivity!!!

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  2. Monique says

    October 24, 2014 at 4:23 PM

    Yo Superstar! You are in my prayers. I wish we lived closer because I would keep you entertained with Harry Potter and too many sweets. Love seeing the updates. Can we get some bump photos? XOXO

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  3. Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says

    October 24, 2014 at 4:27 PM

    So sorry to hear about the problems going on! Wishing you a happy, healthy remaining pregnancy and delivery! And yay for one of each! I love having 1 boy and 1 girl!

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  4. Jenn says

    October 24, 2014 at 4:46 PM

    I’m so sorry this has all been going on :(. If it held at all I had many of the same issues with #6 Mr. Morgan at 13 weeks. It was awful and weeks and weeks of bedrest are not the best way to spend your time normally but in this case it is the best. My little Morgan arrived just a little early and healthy. Prayers for the same result for you. If there is anything ever I can do (I know you’ve got a great support system) please let me help out. I’m excited for you to get a little Kit added to your family. Much love to you my sweet friend!!!

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    • Jenn says

      October 24, 2014 at 4:47 PM

      Helps at all…dang phone

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  5. ashleigh says

    October 24, 2014 at 4:53 PM

    Sending lots of love my friend!! You are strong and baby boy is lucky to have you fighting for him.

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  6. lindsay Fekitoa says

    October 24, 2014 at 4:58 PM

    congrats! I was on bedrest too and it is so hard. I’d love to come help you out and I wish I knew before this that you needed someone! Boys are much grander once they are out of the womb and I just love you lots! Thinking about you for sure! XOXO

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  7. Jill @ BeingSpiffy says

    October 24, 2014 at 5:08 PM

    Congrats, lovely! I was on bed rest with my first for the last 6 weeks. No bueno! But no worries. You’ve got this!

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  8. Amber {Because Babies Grow Up} says

    October 24, 2014 at 5:14 PM

    Good luck! We had a scare with number 3. Our hearts hurt for several weeks waiting to find out and see how things progressed. Praying for you guys! And staying positive. He’ll be darling, for sure.

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  9. Arika says

    October 24, 2014 at 5:16 PM

    Oh Kaylynn! I am so sorry you’ve been having so many complications. I’ve been on bed rest twice and it’s so rough, not just for mama, but for the whole family. Mama’s going stir crazy, Daddy’s picking up all the slack and kiddos just wanna play. If you need anything, please ask. I know how hard it is. I’ll be praying for you. But seriously, CONGRATS!!!! on your baby boy!!! Girls are wonderful in so many ways, and adorable, sassy little princesses, but no one can love their mother like a little boy. It is the best feeling in the world. Everything will work out. And soon you’ll be able to hold that sweet baby boy, and your world will never be the same. 🙂

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  10. Emily says

    October 24, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    I think that sounds like a simply delicious gender reveal party. All you need is food. And family. Congrats!

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  11. Leanna says

    October 24, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    Pregnancy and all the hormones that come with it are hard enough to deal with, let alone complications! Hang in there, sister, it will all work out as it should. Also, little T’s arms wrapped around her daddy’s neck just melted my heart. What a tender moment caught on camera!

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  12. Ashlee says

    October 24, 2014 at 7:31 PM

    you know I’m just a phone call/FB message away. Bed rest sucks, been there, happy to run down and bring treats any day you’ll let me, I KNOW accepting help is hard so think of it this was, I miss you and you’d be doing ME a huge favor to let me visit

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  13. Jennifer Day says

    October 24, 2014 at 11:29 PM

    Congrats Mama! I will be praying for you and you your little Kit. I’m sure you will make great use of your time. You are so creative and talented!

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  14. Lisa Michelle says

    October 25, 2014 at 6:49 AM

    Kaylynn! I had no idea all this was going on! So happy to hear you’re having a boy. Lots of prayers and happy thoughts coming your way.

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  15. Sarah @ Bombshell Bling says

    October 25, 2014 at 12:51 PM

    Oh yikes. YOU on bed rest?! It’s like an oxymoron!!! I’m so sorry!! That is so scary! But congrats on the boy! Boys are so fun. I love having one of each!! xoxoxo

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  16. Heidi @ Honeybearlane says

    October 27, 2014 at 2:15 PM

    Congrats lady!! Boys are fun. And less drama, in my case. Bed red is no fun I’m sure but let me know if you want me to come over and entertain you! xoxo

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  17. Danielle says

    October 30, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    So sorry for the scaryness! I feel for you….I ended up on bedrest the entire last 3 1/2 months with my twins, and it was pure torture. Sounds like you’re doing well with books & blogging. Careful with browsing online stores too much…I got into a bit of trouble there 🙂 Sending good luck and lots of hugs your way! Best wishes!

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