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Will Baby Gavin be a Boy or a Girl?

July 5, 2017 By Rob Gavin - 236 Comments

Maria and I decided early on in our pregnancy that we did not want to learn the sex of our baby. But that doesn’t mean we don’t wonder if it’s a boy or a girl! No matter what gender our baby is, we will be thrilled to have him or her in our arms. In the meantime, it’s a little awkward when we try to talk about the baby. Maria and I really aren’t nickname people, so that isn’t an option and I always feel uncomfortable referring to our little one as “it”. To settle the question temporarily until we find out the old-fashioned way whether it’s blue or pink, we decided to try some old wives tales about predicting the sex of our baby. So let’s see what the folk wisdom has to say!

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How Is She Carrying?

One old wive’s tale says that if the mom is carrying high (like a basketball sticking straight out), then it’s a girl. If the baby is carrying low (like a watermelon), then it’s a boy. Let’s take a look at the evidence:

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What do you think? Looks to me like she’s carrying high, like a basketball. I’m going to count this as one check in the girl’s column.

The Ring Swing

In another folk tale, dangling the father’s wedding ring on a string over the mother’s belly will tell you if it’s a boy or a girl depending on how the ring moves. If it swings back and forth like a pendulum, it’s a boy. If it swings in a circle, it’s a girl.

Maria and I tried this and the ring swung like a pendulum.

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We couldn’t find any regular string in the house and had to settle on a roll of jute that Maria had tucked away in her craft supplies. If you ask her, Maria swears that the large size of the knot threw the ring off balance and affected its motion. As for me, I’m putting a tally in the boy column.

Sweet and Sour

Another legend has it that a mother who craves sweet treats during her pregnancy is having a boy. If she craves sour snacks instead, it’s a girl. This one is really hard to gauge for Maria. She doesn’t have much in the way of pregnancy cravings, one way or the other. Lately, she craves Coke and eats a lot of sugar-free popsicles, but it’s mostly because she can’t eat a lot of sweets while managing her gestational diabetes. And we all know that it’s human nature to want what you can’t have. So I’m going to call this one a draw.

Morning Sickness

Here’s one that even I heard before I started researching for this post: if she has morning sickness all day long, it’s going to be a girl. And, as Maria talked about when we announced our pregnancy, she pretty much had some amount of nausea all day long. It was worst at night, but it was kind of an all-day thing. So I’m going to label this as an indicator that we might be having a girl.

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The Chinese Calendar

There is a legend of a Chinese lunar calendar that can predict it’s a boy or a girl, as long as you know the mother’s lunar age at the time of conception. It sounds complex, but there are some online calculators that do the math for you. We ran Maria’s information and … it’s a boy!

The Beauty Thief

Here’s one you’ve probably heard before. If you are having beauty issues during your pregnancy, such as acne or hair problems or any of a number of other things, its because you are pregnant with a girl and she is “stealing” your beauty.

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Well, Maria’s hair has never been more luxurious and she looks just as beautiful to me as she ever has. I think it’s safe to say that pregnancy definitely agrees with Maria, so I’m going to count this one for the boys.

Your Partner’s Weight

Here’s one about the guys: if the father gains weight right along with you, then you are probably having a girl.

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In our case, I gained a little bit of weight around the holidays (who doesn’t?), but I have since lost a good deal of weight thanks to much healthier eating. I think this is supposed to count throughout the pregnancy, so this point goes to the boys.

The Baby’s Heartbeat

Some people say that the baby’s heartbeat is an indicator of whether it will be a boy or a girl. If the heartrate over 140, it’s a girl. If it’s under 140, it’s a boy. Maria admits that she doesn’t pay much attention to the fetal heartbeat when she goes in for a checkup (she’s just always happy that there is a heartbeat.) We have a small fetal doppler at home that my sister lent to us, which we used to do a little investigating. Once we heard a strong heartbeat, the doppler was coming in at 155-168 bpm. Based on that, it might be safe to guess that Baby Gavin will be a girl.

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The Linea Nigra

Another myth I’ve heard is based on the linea nigra, the line that develops during pregnancy and runs up the middle of your belly. The myth holds that you are having a girl if the line goes up to your belly button and stops. If it goes any further up your body, it’s a boy. As you probably already suspect, Maria wasn’t in any hurry to share photo evidence of her linea nigra, but her line extends well beyond her navel; yet another indicator that we may have a baby boy on the way.

And the Winner Is …

According to all these old wive’s tales, it’s a boy! The final tally was 3 in favor of a girl and 5 in favor of a boy. It’s going to be really interesting to see if our child’s actual gender matches up when we finally have him or her in our arms.

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What Do You Think?

As Maria explained in her last bump update, everyone enjoys making predictions about whether she is having a boy or a girl. We decided to share a little of the baby guessing excitement with all of you. Leave a comment with your prediction for whether Baby Gavin will be a boy or a girl. After the baby arrives, we will award someone who guessed correctly with a $50 Amazon gift card.

This little contest is open until the date and time that Baby Gavin is finally born. We will randomly select one winner with a correct guess that was made before the deadline and contact him/her via email just as soon as we have a chance to breathe and look at our computers after the baby arrives. The winner will have 48 hours to claim his or her prize before the prize is forfeited and another winner is chosen, so make sure you use a current email address that you check often.

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Thanks to Linsey from LynseyLou Photography for the wonderful photos!
To anyone who’s curious, Maria’s dress is from Wren and Ivory. It’s not a maternity dress, but it is from their “baby bump friendly” collection.

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  1. susan krevat says

    July 5, 2017 at 7:28 am

    My doctor told me the heartbeat theory only works when you’re in labor. Who knows? I hope you have a healthy baby which is all that matters, but if I had to guess, I’ll say a boy. Good luck with everything!

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  2. Kristal says

    July 5, 2017 at 7:41 am

    I think GIRL! Hang in there, it’s so close!

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  3. Stéphanie says

    July 5, 2017 at 7:47 am

    I think it is a girl… but I am always wrong at it even with my own pregnancy… hihihi!

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  4. StephTheBookworm says

    July 5, 2017 at 7:51 am

    I’m guessing girl! Maria is so into fashion and clothes that I just picture a girl for you!

    This was fun to read! We tried a bunch of these too when I was pregnant with my son. We did find out his gender at 20 weeks though.

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  5. Wendy says

    July 5, 2017 at 8:16 am

    I’ve had five children, and only knew the gender of one of them prior to delivery. However, my gut instinct was correct. I just “knew” whether it was a boy or girl. So, I’d say ask Maria what she really thinks. My guess for you is a boy!

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  6. KAS says

    July 5, 2017 at 8:52 am

    Totally a boy!

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  7. Ally says

    July 5, 2017 at 8:57 am

    I think girl! 🎀

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  8. Heather says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:20 am

    Girl 🌹

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  9. Christina Peterson says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:26 am

    I think boy…wishing you guys the best!

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  10. Matt says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:28 am

    I think it will be a boy!

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  11. RRoyal says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:42 am

    I’m guessing girl ! 💟

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  12. Jaime says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:43 am

    I’m guessing a girl 🎀

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  13. Aunt Phillie says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:48 am

    I think a Girl. But as long as she/he are Healthy it will be Wonderful.

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  14. Whitney says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:59 am

    I predict BOY!

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  15. JulieY says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    It’s a girl. I’m always right. Haha.

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  16. JulieY says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    Nora just looked at your picture and said girl too. Haha.

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  17. Leah MacKenzie says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    I think girl, but either way they will steal your heart ❤️

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  18. Becky says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    I think a girl! I think the heartbeat predictor is the most accurate. :) Can’t wait to find out! My little girl should be here in 2-3 weeks too!

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  19. Natalie says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    I think you’re having a little girl!

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  20. Nadine says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    Boy! Good luck!

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  21. Rachel says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    I’m guessing a boy! But either way, congratulations!!! Having a baby was one of the most amazing experiences for me and I know you’re in for lots of joy 😃

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  22. Katy says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    I think it’s a boy!

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  23. Maggie says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    I think it’s a girl based on how Maria is carrying. Three co-workers, within the last few years have been pregnant and I’ve correctly predicted the genders of these little ones. Blessings to you both!!!

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  24. Kristen says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    I guess a girl🎀

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  25. Kelly says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    My guess is boy!!

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  26. Breanne Yamada says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    I’m guessing a boy! :)

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  27. Jenny L says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    I think it’s a girl!

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  28. Laura says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    I think girl!

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  29. Sam says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:08 pm

    I guess a boy! Thinking good thoughts for an uncomplicated delivery and quick recovery!

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  30. Lindsey says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:08 pm

    I’m guessing a girl!

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  31. Lauren says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:10 pm

    My guess is boy! Enjoy your last few days a family of two.

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  32. M Wetherbie says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:10 pm

    Girl! :) Not sure why….I just think girl. For one of my kids not even the ultrasound helped identify the gender. One ultrasound thought girl…one thought boy. (This was before 3D). Enjoy the time! We will all be checking Instagram madly to know when Baby Gavin arrives.

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  33. Tammy says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:12 pm

    Girl

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  34. Danielle H says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:12 pm

    Boy!

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  35. Kamala says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    I’m guessing girl!

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  36. Tricia Haworth says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:14 pm

    I’m guessing a boy! Good luck!

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  37. Julie says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:15 pm

    I’m guessing Boy!

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  38. Devon says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:15 pm

    I’m going to go with BOY!

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  39. Cindy says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:16 pm

    I think girl!

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  40. Stacey Hemphill says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:16 pm

    I am going to predict a sweet little girl!

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  41. Marci says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    Boy!

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  42. Jen says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    I’m guessing girl–I just took all of those tests a month ago and mine said boy too, and I have a beautiful baby girl :) it has been so fun to follow your pregnancy–our babies will be just a few weeks apart!

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  43. Arcelia says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    I think it’s a boy!

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  44. Theresa says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    Baby Boy Gavin!! Your belly is just precious!! Congratulations!!

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  45. Margaret Cupp says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:23 pm

    My husband and I chose not to find out the gender of our one and only child before birth, too, and I’ve never regretted it. I will always cherish the memory of the moment the doctor said, “It’s a boy!” after his birth.

    My prediction is girl.

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  46. Abby Newton says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    I am guessing a girl!

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  47. Jessica says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:27 pm

    I’m going to say BOY! Congrats!

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  48. Carol says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    I’m guessing boy. Look forward to following your continuing story!

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  49. Toni says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Boy!

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  50. Samantha Houk says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:31 pm

    I think a boy! My husband and I are having our first baby in early Dec! I love seeing your updates and fashion! Congrats!

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  51. Tara M says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:31 pm

    I’ll guess BOY 💙

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  52. Tamara Simons says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:31 pm

    All of Maria’s pregnancy has reminded me of my own and they were both girls! I am guessing girl and that she will be a little late, like mine! Blessings to all three of you! <3

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  53. Daisy says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:35 pm

    I say girl! Congratulations on either! Exciting times ahead!

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  54. Kelsey says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:36 pm

    I think Maria is going to have a boy! I’ve enjoyed reading your blog. You both will make amazing parents! God Bless! :)

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  55. Kim says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:37 pm

    I think your beautiful miracle will be a little girl!

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  56. Sheena Brubaker says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:37 pm

    Girl!!

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  57. Sarah Langford says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:37 pm

    I always seem to be wrong, but my vote was boy even before reading this post!

    P.S. I LOVE that you’re not finding out the gender! I’ve always wanted to do that when I have kids (I’ll just have to convince my hubby)! Congrats! Can’t wait to find out!

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  58. Tabitha says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:38 pm

    Following your pregnancy, you seem to be similar to how I’ve experienced it, and I have two boys. So my guess is BOY!

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  59. Susan says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:38 pm

    Boy!

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  60. Maggie S. says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:39 pm

    I think it’s a boy! Good luck!!

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  61. Lauren Fulmer says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:39 pm

    I’m guessing a boy! Congrats!

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  62. Courtney says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:43 pm

    Boy!

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  63. Lani says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    I think girl! We didn’t find out the gender of our baby either. I though for sure I was having a girl. I’m currently holding my baby BOY 😊. It’s such a fun surprise!!

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  64. Trulie says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    I think it’s a boy! Congratulations and good luck on a smooth delivery!

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  65. Jill says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    We didn’t find out the sex with either of our babies. It’s funny how rare it is to wait until the birth to find out. I’m guessing girl.

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  66. Danielle says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:46 pm

    My guess is for a boy!!

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  67. Andi says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:46 pm

    I am going to guess it’s a girl. <3

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  68. Amy C. says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:48 pm

    I’m going to guess you’re having a girl. Congrats to you both and many blessings for your family.

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  69. Denise says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:50 pm

    I say girl. And good for you for doing things the “old fashioned” way!

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  70. Melissa says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    I think it will be a girl.

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  71. Kristin H says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    Maybe since you said it was a girl for carrying like a basketball AND watermelon in the first predictor paragraph, you’re having a girl!

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  72. Missy says

    July 5, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    I loved reading this! I think it’s going to be a girl. Either way, I can’t wait to meet the new baby ❤️

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  73. Misty Taylor says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:00 pm

    My guess is for a girl. I am so excited for your sweet little one to arrive!

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  74. Katie R says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    I’m guessing it’s a girl! Congrats to you both! <3

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  75. Lindsay Elrod says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:02 pm

    Definitely a girl!

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  76. ML Strange says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:02 pm

    I’ll guess boy like I’m having in just a few more weeks. 😊👶🏻💙

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  77. Melanie H. says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:03 pm

    I think it’s a girl! 👶🏻🎀

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  78. Kara s says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:04 pm

    Girl! Good luck!

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  79. Laurie says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:05 pm

    I think your baby is a girl.

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  80. Kathryn Bergmann says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    I’m guessing girl!

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  81. Stacy Huisken says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    I think Baby Gavin is a girl!

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  82. Nicole says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:10 pm

    I say boy! The Chinese calendar is very accurate, in a weird way.

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  83. Martha says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:10 pm

    I am guessing boy!

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  84. Nikki says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:11 pm

    I think it’s a boy!

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  85. Michelle says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:12 pm

    I think you’re having a girl!!! I love all your photos! Congratulations and best wishes for a safe and healthy delivery!

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  86. Ashley B says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:15 pm

    From a mommy of 3 little boys, I will guess GIRL! I don’t like guessing, I’m really just excited for both of you!!

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  87. Samantha says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:16 pm

    I think it’s a BOY!!! Feel good and good luck!! :)

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  88. Taylor Haese says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    I think it’s a girl!

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  89. Jean says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    I think you’re having a boy!! Love all the updates and photos! Wishing you a safe and healthy delivery.

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  90. Erika says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    It’s a girl! 🌸🌷🌸🦄👛👨‍👩‍👧🌈❤️🎀

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  91. Kassidy says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    I think it’s going to be a girl! You look radiant! You’re in the home stretch, hang in there.

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  92. Jessica says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    Girl!

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  93. Kaytlen says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:29 pm

    Boy, the heartbeat is close to both of my boys!

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  94. Katie Howard says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:31 pm

    I’m guessing girl since you accidentally (I’m guessing?) said: “One old wive’s tale says that if the mom is carrying high (like a basketball sticking straight out), then it’s a girl. If the baby is carrying low (like a watermelon), then it’s a girl.” So I think GIRL! Haha! (kinda mentioning it to give you a heads up if you want to edit it, but hey- maybe it’s a sign! ;) ) .

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  95. Kelly says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    Camp boy?

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  96. Laurel says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:39 pm

    I’m guessing a girl! Congratulations, and Maria, I love that dress!

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  97. Nicki T says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    I’m guessing a boy!

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  98. Amy Simpson says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    Definitely a girl!

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  99. Kimberly Paulson says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:42 pm

    Girl! 💗👶🏼

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  100. Katy says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    I think it’s a boy. 👪

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  101. Annie says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:48 pm

    I’m thinking girl! ❤️

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  102. Brooke says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:54 pm

    I’m guessing boy!

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  103. Stephanie says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:55 pm

    My mom carried my sister low and my brother high. She carried me high too so they automatically thought boy! I’m going with boy though. :) Good luck and God Bless!!

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  104. Kimberly says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:55 pm

    I think it’s a girl.

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  105. Lori L. says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:58 pm

    My guess is boy! 💙

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  106. Samantha says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:59 pm

    I’be thought girl since you first announced! 🎀 Wishing you a safe and easy labor!

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  107. Erin says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    I’m guessing girl! I was surprised with my first and really liked waiting til the delivery room to find out :)

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  108. Amanda says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:04 pm

    Boy!

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  109. Jenny says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:05 pm

    I am guessing a girl.

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  110. Addie Stevens says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    I’m totally saying a girl. Heart rate was correct with both of my kids, as well as how I was carrying. I was also told that the shape of the baby’s head can tell you one way or the other. If the head is rounded, it’s a boy. If it’s more oblong, then it’s a girl. This was also true for my children. Either way, they are such a blessing and so much fun!

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  111. Amy says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:09 pm

    I also believe you will have a baby boy!

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  112. Autum Sloop says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:10 pm

    I vote for girl. I’m going against the odds, but I just have a feeling. Best of luck to you both, I love your blog!

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  113. Wendy says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:11 pm

    I’m guessing a girl! Wishing you all the best!

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  114. Roberta says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:12 pm

    I think you’re having a boy!!! I’m having one too and also love teaching kindergarten!!! Go team boy!!!!

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  115. Erin Lynch says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:14 pm

    Totally a girl and little girls are the BEST – if you ask me! 😉

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  116. Jalpa says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:15 pm

    Team Boy! 👶🏻💙

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  117. Natalee says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:17 pm

    I had two different pregnancies but the same sex both times. Lots of those above indicators would have come up wrong for me. Never can tell for sure! I think she’s having…a baby! Enjoy this last bit of anticipation (as much as one can in this state) before baby arrives!

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  118. Kristin Brehm says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:18 pm

    I’m guessing boy!! 💙 Either way, that’s one lucky and loved baby!! 💜💜

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  119. Evelin says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    I think Baby Gavin will be a boy. I carried high with both of my boys up until my due date. I wish you a short labor!!

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  120. Angela says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    It’s definitely a boy! :)

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  121. Lindsay says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    I’m thinking girl! I love that you didn’t find out! We didn’t for our first and it was such an amazing experience finding out as she was born. Best wishes to you in the coming weeks!

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  122. Kelly W. says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    I’m going to say it’s a girl!

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  123. Lauren says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:37 pm

    I’m guessing a sweet baby boy!

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  124. Nancy says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:38 pm

    I guess boy!

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  125. Lauren Gassaway says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:49 pm

    I think it’s a boy!

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  126. Traci P says

    July 5, 2017 at 2:55 pm

    I’ve always heard “basketball” means boy…and it did for me, so I’m going with boy!

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  127. Danyelle says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:04 pm

    I think girl!

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  128. Brook Albrest says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:09 pm

    I’m guessing girl! :)

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  129. Christina says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    I’m guessing a girl💗!

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  130. Karmen says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:19 pm

    This was super fun to read! I will be very interested to see if the wives tale prediction matches the sex of the baby. I’ll go with the “highly scientific” prediction and guess it’s a boy.

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  131. Hannah says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:28 pm

    I think it is a girl!! Best wishes!

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  132. Laura says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    I’m guessing girl!

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  133. Samantha says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    I’m thinking girl! I was sure I was having a boy cause the heartbeat was slow but I got my girl! So I know that one doesn’t hold true. Fun post! Congratulations and hope for a healthy baby no matter what gender!

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  134. Amie says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    Congrats! I think you are having a girl, no reason, just a guy feeling. Keeping the sex of the baby a surprise is a fun and a challenge at the same time. We had a surprise with our first, a boy. We found out with our second, another boy. And we are keeping our third a surprise. I am just a few months behind you and am high risk, so I get about 30 ultrasounds a pregnancy. I always have to announce that we don’t know as soon as I see the sonographer. I wish you a speedy and easy delivery.

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    • Amie says

      July 5, 2017 at 3:32 pm

      *gut feeling*

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  135. Kaitlynn Engleman says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:36 pm

    I think boy! I pray you have an easy (or as easy as it can get!) labor!

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  136. Caroline says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:44 pm

    I think boy. Congratulations!

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  137. Jill says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    I think it’s a boy! :) God Bless you and your family!

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  138. Katie says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    I think it’s a boy. So exciting either way! Congrats!

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  139. Kelly says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    I think it is a girl!! Praying for an easy delivery!!

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  140. Lindsey says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    I think it’s a boy! Best wishes!

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  141. Laura T says

    July 5, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    I say BOY just because I think boys are the best💙💙💙 (I may be a little biased though😉)

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  142. Lisa Villella says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:10 pm

    Love this post and wish I could have read it when I was pregnant! Super cute and love the photos!

    My guess, as I believe I told Maria at the last Tuesday’s Together… your baby is a BOY! 💙😉

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  143. Nicole says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    I think girl!

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  144. Jenna DiPrima says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    My guess is a boy!

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  145. Cait Hawley says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    I’m going for a boy on this one. Good luck to all when the big day arrives!

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  146. Chelsea says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    I’m guessing you will have a girl!

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  147. Christine Blair says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:42 pm

    I’m going with boy . Because of how beautiful Maria is also the way she’s carrying also looks like a boy

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  148. Katie Lindhurst says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:59 pm

    I am thinking a boy. I have felt that way for a while now with Maria. I know you will be delighted with whatever God has blessed you with though!

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  149. Laurie thames says

    July 5, 2017 at 5:03 pm

    I’d say you are having a boy (from the way you are carrying) but another way someone told me that you can tell is how fast your hair on your legs grows-fast=boy, slow =girl! This is something I can’t tell but might be another way-lol!! We didn’t find out about our babies bc we felt (and it was true) that it is one of the last rare true joys we have in this day and age! You’ll will do wonderful with whatever God gives you! Blessings!

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  150. Sarah Watts says

    July 5, 2017 at 5:51 pm

    I have two children, didn’t know the gender with either. Both times went into delivery thinking boy because of my “intuition” and others telling me so. I have two daughters. :).

    Best wishes, I think you’re having a girl!

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  151. Tiffany Wilson says

    July 5, 2017 at 6:56 pm

    I’m voting BOY 💙

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  152. Alex S. says

    July 5, 2017 at 7:50 pm

    Girl 💗

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  153. Amanda says

    July 5, 2017 at 7:54 pm

    I’m guessing boy! Can’t wait to see pics of the healthy baby!

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  154. Rebecca I. says

    July 5, 2017 at 8:22 pm

    I think it’s going to be a girl! Congratulations!

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  155. Kenley says

    July 5, 2017 at 8:32 pm

    I’m guessing girl! Either way, congratulations on your sweet one!!

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  156. Megan A. says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:06 pm

    Baby Boy!

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  157. Nancy Marchak says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    A beautiful little girl 💗 is my vote! So excited for you both!

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  158. Jenny says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    My guess is a boy!

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  159. Eilern says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:10 pm

    Count me on Team Pink! 👶🎀💝

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  160. Janelle A. says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:11 pm

    Baby boy!

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  161. Kathy Illingworth says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:11 pm

    My am going with boy! Either way, congratulations!

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  162. Laura Park says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:14 pm

    Girl!

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  163. Judy Houdeshel says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:19 pm

    Maria looks lovely. My guess based on her “bump” is a BOY. Blessings to you all!

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  164. shirley emitt says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:20 pm

    I think it will be a boy.

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  165. Jen A says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:21 pm

    My guess is a girl.

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  166. Crystal says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:26 pm

    I wish you all the best on the birth of your baby! I’m gonna say it’s a girl! 😊

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  167. Rachel says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:30 pm

    I’m guessing a sweet baby GIRL!

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  168. Beth says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    Best wishes to you!! I think it is a baby girl! :)

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  169. Heather Dippold says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    Girl! Best wishes!

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  170. Jenn O says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    I’m going to be on Team Girl. Good luck with the rest of your pregnancy and kudos to you both for wanting to be surprised.

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  171. Audrey Stewart says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:36 pm

    I think the baby is a girl. Best of luck!

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  172. Beverly Ebersole says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    I think a beautiful baby boy! God Bless.

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  173. Felicia says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:51 pm

    I think it’s a girl! You look so cute pregnant!

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  174. Teresa Hayworth says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    It’s a girl 💕

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  175. Liz says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    I think it will be a girl! :)

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  176. Michele Cupp says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    I think it’s a boy. I wish you the best!

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  177. Allison says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:20 pm

    I’ll guess girl!

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  178. Rachel says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:21 pm

    Girl! 💜💜

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  179. Katelyn says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:23 pm

    I will guess a girl!

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  180. Laura says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:30 pm

    I guess a boy! God bless you and your family.

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  181. Emily says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:41 pm

    I say girl! Maria, you are beautiful and no matter what your baby will be gorgeous.

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  182. Elizabeth says

    July 5, 2017 at 10:45 pm

    I am thinking a girl!

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  183. Susan Russell says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:13 pm

    Healthy baby!!!!! I would guess a boy♡♡ I am guessing July 13 or July 18.♡

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  184. Karen Huffman says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:22 pm

    I am guessing that it’s a girl.

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  185. MB says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:35 pm

    I am guessing a boy :)

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  186. Kate says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:44 pm

    Love the pictures and am excited for you both! Looking forward to seeing your first post after Baby Gavin arrives. I’m guessing GIRL.

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  187. Karyn says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:56 pm

    I LOVE that you are waiting to find out if it is a boy or a girl! I’ve always thought that it is the best surprise! I think you are having a boy! Congratulations either way!

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  188. Kathryn says

    July 6, 2017 at 12:09 am

    Maria, you look darling! Love your dress and you certainly have the baby GIRL glow about you. So my vote is a sweet baby girl.

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  189. Karen M says

    July 6, 2017 at 12:42 am

    Team Boy! He’ll be here by this weekend…. Thinking Saturday!

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  190. April Smith says

    July 6, 2017 at 12:59 am

    I had boy/girl twins and their heartbeats took turn being higher. I’m 100% on my predictions for the last 5 years with my friends’ pregnancies, and even had a feeling what mine were, so prepare for a GIRL! ;)

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  191. JoAnne says

    July 6, 2017 at 1:25 am

    I’m thinking you two are going to have a boy. When I think back about 6yrs ago, my husband & I also tried the old wives tales & they all pointed to a girl (our 1st born was a boy) it turned out we had a beautiful healthy little boy & best buddy to our oldest! I’m soo happy & excited for you two & cannot wait to hear your wonderful news of your child’s birthday!

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  192. Sarah Larson says

    July 6, 2017 at 2:17 am

    My vote is boy! Congrats!!!!

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  193. Jenn says

    July 6, 2017 at 7:04 am

    My vote goes for a girl :) Congrats and I hope you have a safe and uneventful delivery!

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  194. Jennifer says

    July 6, 2017 at 9:03 am

    I’m voting boy. Either way you are truly blessed! I’ve loved following your journey. Wish you both the best!

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  195. Beki Moore says

    July 6, 2017 at 9:49 am

    I think that you are having a girl. But either one will be a blessing. Congrats to both of you!

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  196. Megan L says

    July 6, 2017 at 9:54 am

    I think it’s a girl! I’ve really enjoyed following your pregnancy – I was due the day before you, but my little man came 12 days early. ❤️ Wishing you all the best!

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  197. Kim B says

    July 6, 2017 at 10:20 am

    My guess is going to be a boy – strictly on the way I have always predicted she is carrying it. This was such a fun post, as I had never heard about most of those “signs” before. Can’t wait to find out! I love it when couples wait to find out the gender of their baby. It adds so much more excitement to it.

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  198. Julie S says

    July 6, 2017 at 10:32 am

    I’m going to guess boy! The ring trick has been pretty fool-proof for my friends, but we’ll see!! :) Also, I love Maria’s dress!! She looks so beautiful.

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  199. Bailey @ Becoming Bailey says

    July 6, 2017 at 10:52 am

    I think Baby Gavin will be a boy!

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  200. Teresa says

    July 6, 2017 at 11:04 am

    I think Baby Gavin will be a boy

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  201. Joanna says

    July 6, 2017 at 11:14 am

    I am guessing a boy! Wishing Maria an easy delivery and sending you early congratulations on the arrival of Baby Gavin!

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  202. Krista says

    July 6, 2017 at 11:43 am

    Boy!

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  203. Rachel says

    July 6, 2017 at 11:48 am

    I predict a girl! My last was a little girl and I was sick all the time! Even into the 3rd trimester! Good luck and CONGRATS!

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  204. Sandra Watts says

    July 6, 2017 at 12:37 pm

    My prediction is it is a boy. Best of luck to your family and congrats!

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  205. Kacie says

    July 6, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    I’m thinking girl! Congratulations!!

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  206. Sandy says

    July 6, 2017 at 2:36 pm

    I think it is a girl, congrats!

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  207. Amanda G says

    July 6, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    I think a girl. Just a few more days!

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  208. Cynthia Carter-Baldwin says

    July 6, 2017 at 4:19 pm

    I think you have a little boy.:) Blessings to you.

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  209. Carol says

    July 6, 2017 at 4:47 pm

    My guess is girl

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  210. V says

    July 6, 2017 at 4:56 pm

    My guess is boy!

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  211. Jordyn says

    July 6, 2017 at 5:20 pm

    Too fun! I think girl :)

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  212. S. says

    July 6, 2017 at 6:07 pm

    boy

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  213. Rose Madonia says

    July 6, 2017 at 6:14 pm

    Grace says boy so I’ll go with that. Can’t wait to find out! 💙

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  214. Jovan B. says

    July 6, 2017 at 7:25 pm

    Girl! Congrats!

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  215. Allison says

    July 6, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    I think a girl!

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  216. Vicky Hunt says

    July 6, 2017 at 9:36 pm

    I’m guessing boy! What a sweet blessing either way though. How exciting to wait and find out. Blessings for a safe and healthy baby and an easy delivery!

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  217. Brittani Black says

    July 6, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    Your bump looks like mine, so I’m guessing boy!

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  218. MA says

    July 7, 2017 at 3:05 am

    I’ll vote boy. 👶🏻

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  219. Justhave2teach says

    July 7, 2017 at 8:14 am

    I vote for team boy! But no matter what the gender it is going to be a blessed baby and you are going to be amazing parents! ❤️

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  220. Jill S. says

    July 7, 2017 at 9:25 am

    I’ve never been good at guessing the sex of a baby – but I will say Boy.

    Congratulations and good luck. Can’t wait to hear whether it is boy or girl.

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  221. Brianne says

    July 7, 2017 at 4:08 pm

    I think it is a boy!

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  222. Tomi Hammons says

    July 7, 2017 at 10:15 pm

    I am guessing baby boy! Happy for both of you. Nothing exciting as a new little one!

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  223. Kim Henrichs says

    July 8, 2017 at 11:20 am

    I think it’s a boy!!

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  224. Jordan says

    July 10, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    I say girl!!

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  225. Lauren says

    July 10, 2017 at 8:29 pm

    Girl!!!!

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  226. Hadar says

    July 11, 2017 at 12:19 am

    I think it’s a girl! A lot of the old wives tales would have indicated boy for me as well and we had a sweet girl a year ago! Can’t wait to find out!!! Good luck guys!! <3

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  227. Rachel Kamery says

    July 11, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    My guess is a boy!

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  228. Kim says

    July 12, 2017 at 10:49 am

    I didn’t find out for either of my babies, and I have one of each. I didn’t notice many differences in the pregnancies and I think those old wives’ tales are just that…old stories! But I will say, my best friend has had six children and swears by predicting gender but he baby’s heartbeat….so who knows ha!

    I think you’re having a girl!

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  229. Nikki says

    July 13, 2017 at 9:18 pm

    I’m guessing it’s a girl!

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  230. Laura says

    July 14, 2017 at 4:32 pm

    My guess is that Baby Gavin is a boy. But my hope & wish is that Baby Gavin is healthy and his/her Mom, too. Excited for you to meet your little one. :-)

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  231. Lacey H says

    July 17, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    Boy!

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  232. Beth Laughlin says

    July 1, 2019 at 4:43 pm

    I think you all will have a baby boy!! :)

    Reply
  233. Kayla says

    August 29, 2019 at 8:55 pm

    I guess boy!

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