Wednesday, July 1, 2009

The Gender Prediction Test-- Intelligender

Do you want to know the gender of your baby before it's born? If you couldn't tell from some of my previous posts... I do. Not only that, but I've been reading up about sexual positions that will get me a girl first. I'm not one for surprises.

Yea, yea, when it comes down to it, I just want a healthy baby, but let's be honest... I want a girl I can dress up in dresses and bows.

Some of my older colleges ask "what every happened to the surprise?...Nowadays there's no real surprises in life, why not wait until the baby is born to find out the sex?" Good question... But to me, it's a surprise in the ultrasound room, or in the delivery room, and in my book... The sooner I find out, the better.

When I heard about Intelligender from a CNN article I knew it was something I wanted to try out for myself... but not being able to wait until I was pregnant, and having an expecting best friend who hasn't yet hit her 20-week mark, I decided she'd be my guinea pig.

She had a guess of what the gender would be since her mom is doing ultrasounds and at about 13 weeks she had a peek at the possible gender.--Although this test says it can predict as early as 10 weeks (with about a 70-85% accuracy rating).

I sent her the Intelligender test and had her promise me she'd call me before taking it. She had to use her first morning's urine, and I had just woken up when she called to turn my computer on... So you'll have to forgive my looks in this video. I tried to edit in as many pictures as I could so you wouldn't have to stare at my ugly sleepy face. Ok, so check it out!

So are you a believer yet? If you want to try it yourself you can pick one up at Wallgreens, CVS, HEB, and a bunch of other places, they're $40... But before you run off to buy one, see if you can just win my extra test and I'll ship it your way so you or your friend can end the suspense and see what you're having before your half-way mark! FYI... I can't find an expiration date on it so if you're not having a baby yet you could always save it *wink wink* *nudge nudge*

I'm going to try something a little different for this one... I've seen live giveaways before and I've always been intrigued by them, so we'll try it for this. Commenter #414. Why? Well because I just reached 400 followers, and because 14 is my favorite number.

Rules: You must first Tweet or facebook: "Hey! @babymakinmachin is doing a LIVE Giveaway for a cool gender prediction kit! http://tinyurl.com/mjmuls please RT!"

After that... You can comment as many times as you want but you must say a complete sentence. You can tell me why you want this, what you think of it, what you though of my video, your favorite food or leave some pre-mommy advice, whatever! Be creative! No spam though, I'll delete spam. So good luck! I'm turning comment moderation on so you can be sneaky :) But I'll be publishing a bunch of comments every now and then! So comment away!! ...a bunch!

Be nice and have fun!!

-4am update 7/2: I'm turning moderation off for a little while... I woke up to go to the bathroom and decided I won't moderate while I sleep to rack up those numbers while you can see where you're at!
-9:30am update 7/2: Leaving comment moderation off cause I'm going to be covering a fire a million miles away today. I'll turn it back on with I get back. Ok, so get the party going! I want to see us in the 200s when I get back!

-4:00pm update 7/2: Turning comment moderation back on... But adding prizes. Comments #100. #150 and #200 will win a prize... Not sure what yet, but I'll make it cool!... Maybe one of my baby headbands and some candy, or a hoge poge of stuff, like a pregnancy test from the dollar store and a candle, we'll see. I'll think about it tonight and let you know! Haha!
-12:20 am update 7/3: contest is over but it was a huge success! I'll FOR SURE be doing another very soon! Still let me know what you think of it--Any suggestions for next time and I'll think of another one. Also, get ready for my 400th follower giveaway, I'll be giving away at least 5 things a day Monday-Friday next week!!

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MommaYoung said...

That is very cool!

GypsyFox said...

I always wondered if these worked! I have my tubes tied so no more babies for me :( good luck to those who enter! p.s. if I come acorss any preggo blogs I'll send them this way!

Devri said...

ok, I am in! I want one because I have 5 girls and 2 boys, and I know I am not done! wink wink.
tweeted you1

Jess said...

For my first comment ill tell you that I tweeted! https://twitter.com/4boys4now/status/2425498453

Jess said...

I don't know why but my stupid computer is running extra slow! Did you curse me so I can't win?

Jess said...

I wouldn't trust this but would love to win it! They say that if you have had a boy before that it may affect the test *shrugs*

Jess said...

I LOVED your video the boys kept saying mom whose that? lol

Jess said...

I advise you to take time to rest cause boy oh boy will you be tired while preggo & after baby comes!

Jess said...

oh & don't be surprised if your bedtime gets alot earlier!

Jess said...

Dont expect your girls to stay perky if you breastfeed they will point south! :-/

Jess said...

Oh another with child thing most ppl dont talk about is yeast infections! You are much more prone to them when expecting & they suck! No one ever told me that & I have had at least 1 with each pregnancy! Diflucan (an rx pill) is GREAT for it no creams or inserts or anything!

Jess said...

I absolutely LOVE fettucini alfredo mmmmmm what about you?

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

Cute video!! I wonder if she really IS having a boy!

Jess said...

So the boys are sitting here whining they are hungry, guess I better go fix them lunch! Ill be back :D

J.D. said...

Damn I wish I knew about this months ago!! I wouldn't take their word for it but it would be fun! I can't wait to find out what she's having for sure!

Tooj said...

I was one of those who didn't want to find out the gender on my babies. :) I think this is a GREAT giveaway, though.....nice choice, lady! I will comment simply to up the numbers. Good luck and have fun with this. (popping over from SITS roll call)

Kayce Pearson said...

Being a mom is one of the greatest things ever!

Kayce Pearson said...

I tweeted !! https://twitter.com/heartsandhandss

Kayce Pearson said...

I wish someone had told me how tired you would be after having a baby. No sleep when you're pregnant is different than no sleep with a cryign baby

Kayce Pearson said...

I hope it happens fast for you and you guys don't have to try for months!

Kayce Pearson said...

I really want this intelligender thing! I won't use it, but my best friend will when she gets pregnant with #2!!!

Kayce Pearson said...

Good luck, commenter 414... I'm out

Kayce Pearson said...

Man... comment 22, I guess I need to work a little harder haha

Jessica said...

I *may* be in need of one of these, but I would never enter drawing for pregnancy related items before formally announcing to blogiverse (or family!).

Keonte' said...

I want it because I agree with you, the sooner I find out the better. I'm not pregnant now, but I would like to use this.

Keonte' said...

Woohoo, 414. That's how many items of PINK in the average closet for a little girl, lol.

Kayce Pearson said...

we really need to get this party started haha

Kayce Pearson said...

So.... I think pregnancy was one of the funnest times of my life

Kayce Pearson said...

I just wish I had actually gotten a baby belly... I'm so jealous of those that do!!

Kayce Pearson said...

Next time I'll eat like a horse to get a baby belly!!

Kayce Pearson said...

I think baby bellies are one of the cutest parts of women. It makes them so gorgeous!!

Kayce Pearson said...

So hopefully that bumped up the comments a bit!

Pearsons said...

Soooo I think I should win by most commented default haha

Pearsons said...

But I guess if that doesn't work, I can just keep commenting until comment 414...

Devri said...

Ok I want this badly, not for me ( i wish, but for a dear friend)

Pearsons said...

I love your conceive blog btw. It definitely will reach out to 'future' mamas

Devri said...

But I am afraid I won't make it, we are heading for camp today.

Devri said...

But at least I can help the #'s for someone else right?!

Pearsons said...

I have been wanting to read the book Fully Fertile, but I haven't gotten around to it.

Devri said...

I have been pregnant 13 times! 7 live children, 5 misscariages and 1 still born. The last is a twin who did not make it!

Devri said...

Did I mention that I am only 32 years old. Am I crazy or what?!

Devri said...

My favorite time of pregnancy is about 16 weeks to 28 weeks.. That is the most comfortable time for me..

Devri said...

There, hope that helped a little.

Devri said...

How come hardly anyone is blogging? wierd, It wasn't this slow last year during the summer time... stupid economy.
thanks for entering my Nintendo Wii giveaway.. You rock woman. Have fun with your giveaway. I hope someone who is preggos gets it!

Jess said...

aww man I forgot about this lol darn kids!

Jess said...

I gotta go to the hardware store & get a clothesline dont get to 414 without me k?

Ms Cupcake said...

Cute blog!

Dropping by from sits. Now following your blog. The weekend is almost here. Yay! I hope you have a fun weekend planned.

Ms Cupcake.
Zen Cupcake

Pearsons said...

Wow, if we're gonna get to commenter 414, this could be awhile...

Kayce Pearson said...

Sweet, we're getting there!

Kayce Pearson said...

Just a few more comments haha

Kayce Pearson said...

So are you super excited for BlogHer? I'm really jealous

Kayce Pearson said...

My daughter just climbed into the cat carrier and is laughing hysterically

Kayce Pearson said...

Oh, just finished watching Confessions of a Shopaholic. It was really funny, a must watch

Kayce Pearson said...

Ok, so my husband is giving me the stink eye, so I had better stop for a few minutes...

Natalie said...

I'll play - thought I'm way too early for the giveaway.

I'm happy to not be pregnant nowadays with it so hot and the economy and stress and all! That's my mommy moment of the day!

Natalie said...

Anyway, I hope it goes to someone who can use it!

Jess said...

man made dinner (chicken fried rice & kung poa chicken) are we to 414 yet?

Jess said...

woohoo were going for a walk its so hot inside but nice out plus the boys need to wind down so yall keep chatting ill be back soon ;)

Reiza said...

With my first pregnancy, I absolutely would have used something like this.

taysmommy said...

Found this on twitter :) Hubby and I will be ttc in the next few months.

Jess said...

ok were home & we even ran into the missionaries!

Jess said...

Awww I just found out my really good friend started bleeding at 11 weeks preggo & baby has no heartbeat! I am crushed for her :,(

Marly said...

I don't really want the test but I figured I'd comment. One of the funniest things I find about what others say is that it is their experience with being pregnant and not necessarily what is going to happen to you :) My advice, take everyone's advice with a grain of salt :)

Marly said...

oh yea, I really liked the video. It's kind of fun to see you and what you're really like. you know, cuz just pictures don't seem to tell the whole story :)

joyntmadness said...

This is absolutely amazing! I think anyone would pay $30-40 for something like this. Way cool!

jineen said...

i am not expecting, but i think that this is an awesome test:) i want to know some of the things that you know on how to get a specific gender:)

Jess said...

Good morning only 66 comments eh well lets get rolling

Jess said...

So what did yall do last night?

Jess said...

Me, well I stayed up & watched days of our lives then R woke up so I changed & fed him put him back down & fell asleep watching 48 hours! Sounds like fun huh

Jess said...

I really need to get the house in order since L's dear mother informed me yesterday that I am hosting the 4th of July! >:(

Jess said...

Uhoh I smell poop guess I better go change R!

Jess said...

I just told my friend to come play too so she should be here shortly after she leaves a facebook message

Josie said...

That is silly.... no way it works!

Jessie said...

Live giveaway, this should be interesting! Just commenting to let you know I tweeted for ya!

Jessie said...

And commenting again because I want to win! I'll be back with more comments. I'm very intrigued by this. But not pregnant. So thank heavens for the no expiration date!

Jess said...

Why oh Why cant I wave my magic wand & have this place at least half in order!

Jess said...

& why am I so dang nauseated? I think the stress is going to kill me!

keyalus said...

I'd use one of these the next time around if it was free. I'd take the results with a grain of salt though. It ran about 60% correct with the ladies who took it on my due date board.

joyntmadness said...

I found that guys do like playing the baby shower games IF they find them interesting and they do not find the typical girly shower games interesting!

joyntmadness said...

Sun screen is the worst part of summer. The teeniest little bit touches my little girls hair and she is a grease ball for the rest of the day. Anyone have any cool suggestions for one that isn't so greasy????

Jess said...

Ok I must go clean some more

Mrs. Cline said...

Fun Fun Giveaway! Will Tweet and keep trying to get back just in time!

Natalie

Jessica said...

Coming back to help boost the comments. Here's a blog suggestion, change your comments so they come up in a pop up window. That way we don't have to scroll down through 414 comments.

joyntmadness said...

Watching ESPN with the hubs...I hate ESPN!

joyntmadness said...

I think the only reason I am watching it is because I do not want to fold the laundry. I hate folding laundry!

joyntmadness said...

Wow. Apparently I 'hate' a lot of things! ;)

Felicia - I complete Me said...

I don't believe none of this stuff. Everyone was so certain I was having a girl. I had a precious little boy. I really didn't care if it was a boy or a girl, but now I'm so happy I have a boy. You'll never be 100% sure until the day of labor.

Jess said...

wow what a day! Time to go grocery shopping, fun times!

Jess said...

To Jessica even if it comes up in a pop up you STILL have to scroll all the way down to get to 414! lol

Jess said...

ok for real im going shopping now I was waiting for L to finish brushing Zs hair woo his hair is getting LONG

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

What a fun idea - I would love this for my next pregnancy.

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Although I am not quite sure when my next baby will be.

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

I'm am actually hoping sooner rather than later, but my husband isn't so sure.

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Oh, and I have to say this is really hard not knowing what number comment I am, but I am loving your live giveaway idea!!

joyntmadness said...

Playing cars with my little man...there is definietly a reason I am a girl...SO BORING! ;)

Jennifer said...

Not too sure if it took my comment so I'm making another!

joyntmadness said...

I think it might be time to shower...it's almost 3 PM!

Megan R. said...

I'm the world's most impatient girl. I would LOVE this for my next!

joyntmadness said...

Have you reached 100 yet?! :D

Kelli said...

http://twitter.com/beanersmama/status/2443788445

joyntmadness said...

Talking to my sister in law on the phone. Blah blah, blah!

joyntmadness said...

One away?! Here I was thinking I was the only one without a life and commenting! LOL! ;)

Mrs. Cline said...

OH Man! I missed the 100 mark by one comment!

Jess said...

aww man i go shopping & your giving stuff away!

Jess said...

I really dont like when ppl ask annonymous questions on my blog with no way to get back to them :-/

Jess said...

It's really hot here today!

Jess said...

I need to figure out really quick what im making for dinner

Jess said...

L is going to play volleyball tonight ho hum what to make

Mrs OMG Pregnant said...

Hello gorgeous :) Hope all is well :) xx

Jess said...

The flies are out like CRAZY today ugh they're driving me nuts!

Jess said...

I really hate being put on hold!

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

I absolutely loved being pregnant and can't wait to do it again.

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

I really would love this when I do get pregnant...I really want to try it...and like you I really would like a girl.

Kelli said...

Well you said to keep commenting so here I am!!

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

You really want a girl? Have you actually looked into timing. If you conceive very close to ovulation you are more likely to have a boy, if you conceive several days before ovulation you are more likely to have a girl. This is due to the fact that the sperm that carries the Y chromosome is smaller and faster and doesn't live as long as the sperm that carries the X chromosome, which survives longer in the body...or so the theory goes....just thought I'd share.

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

I am sewing my booty off tonight and just needed a blog break, thought I'd stop by....now back to work. Don't worry I'll be back again tonight (I know you were concerned!!)

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

ok...one more comment....what number are we on now?

Living with Puberty Boy said...

Two words for you to investigate if you want a boy but not a girl: sperm counting. Illegal in New Zealand but not in USA or Australia.

I got luckcy and had a girl after two boys though and now approaching the puberty stage of my mothering adventure!

joyntmadness said...

I am running out of things to say! LOL!

joyntmadness said...

I think the coolest thing about being pregnant is the oneness and closeness you feel with your child...and it is only you who gets to feel that. No one else gets to spend every moment of the very first nine months with him, getting to know him. Truly amazing.

joyntmadness said...

I'm with Liz. I actually like being pregnant. You don't hear that too often...most people are complaining! I think it fun...

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

you said candy...I want candy!!

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

sorry....just practicing for the next time I get pregnant...not that I ever had any cravings

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Well no cravings other than the brownie sundaes...

Jess said...

dinner was a hit! I love when the boys ask 4 more!

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Oh and banana splits...I LOVE banana splits....

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Its no wonder I gained around 60 or 70 pounds with my first pregnancy....fortunately I didn't do that with number two...

Jess said...

We had left over rice so I browned some ground beef through cream of mushroom soup in it with some sour cream & threw it on top of the rice mm mm good

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

joyntmadness...I loved it...I always said it was the firmest my tummy has ever been...sure it was round but at least it was firm!!

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Even when it was tough {being pregnant} it was wonderful...the little movements and kicks...something about the beautiful roundness of the belly {and yes for me the butt}...I loved every moment of it!!

Jess said...

Wow the 2nd helpings are gone & they asked for thirds! I cut them off :p They NEVER ask for 3rds!

joyntmadness said...

I craved banana milk shakes & Coco Puffs with my first child.

joyntmadness said...

With my second it was BLT's and strawberries!

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Are we at 150 yet? I am curious to see when you get to 414...I am doing my best to help us along...I really want this kit!!

Jess said...

I LOVED my first pregnancy but it all went downhill from there! But my last pg even with the pre eclampsia & bedrest I still enjoyed it :p

Jess said...

wow & now they're onto popsicles!

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

hello!

Jess said...

I hope they aren't hungry in a few hours b4 bed!

Jess said...

T had a red popsicle

Jess said...

D has a orange popsicle

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

I sorta a little bit want to be pregnant again.. shhh don't tell anyone! Only a little!

Jess said...

& Z has a yellow one

Jess said...

Can you guess what their favorite colors are?

Jess said...

We have to be close to 150 don't we?

Jess said...

I wonder if L will win his game tonight?

Jess said...

I'm still pretty upset at hosting this stupid party!

Jess said...

Im drinking a diet pepsi!

Jess said...

Anyone else like diet pepsi?

Jess said...

Maybe well go for a walk later on like right before bed again!

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

It is SO hot in my house right now.. I am dying!

Jess said...

I wonder why Z is crying? Brain freeze? Yup

Jess said...

I need to get the boys short sleeved chrch shirts!

Jess said...

Ugh R took his dang diaper off again!

Jess said...

I may stop putting Aplix diaps on him & only use snaps (at least during the day!)

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

Will somebody tell my baby to nap?? i think its so hot that he can't sleep well! We need air conditioning!

Jess said...

He has a onesie on I can't figure out how he still manages to get out of the thing!

Jess said...

I think ill make fajitas tomorrow! Sounds good eh?

Jess said...

I need to find something to tame Zs hair its getting so fro'd out

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

oh i Just tweeted, I forgot i needed to do that opps!

Jess said...

But I wont cut it so don't suggest that lol

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

as soon as u announce the winner ( please hurry) I'm getting this hot laptop off me!

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

when your pregnant are you going to find out the sex at the ultrasound???

Jess said...

R is so going to get brain freeze he stole Zs popsicle lol

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

My 1st pregnancy was SOOO easy. I never got sick once. Not even nausea. I was just a little tired! I was so lucky!!

Jess said...

My houses should be going up for rent soon! The carpet cleaners are coming tomorrow then my sis is listing it how sad!

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

okay seriously, I am like sweating. I think we'll go play in the baby pool.

Jess said...

It was my first house I moved from my parents to it! I was so proud LOL look at me now ;)

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

I'm sure we've got to be at 150!!! I have been leaving a kajillion comments!! :)

Jess said...

I need to take a shower

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

Oh and honestly, I wouldn't trust kits like that. I think they are so silly. Of course they DO have a 50/50 chance!

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

why is your avican a J? What does that mean?

Jess said...

What should I put R in tomorrow a plain diap or his ooga booga diap?

joyntmadness said...

This is going to take forever to get to 414!

Jess said...

Why is R biting my shirt?

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

Lucas is playing on the floor right now,t alking to me

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

I just got a bunch of baby stuff in the mail for another review/giveaway. I love getting free stuff in the mail!!

Jess said...

I always crave mexican food if im preggo or not lol

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

you know those buisness cards u made for blogher? Have u passed any out to anyone? I was thinking about getting some.. just for fun and to spread the word on my blog..

Jess said...

I absolutely hate things banana but craved it with R

joyntmadness said...

Heading out soon for a surprise birthday party. We know the hosts and no one else. I hate those situations...

Jess said...

Why did T just knock the cup out of Rs hands?

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

please approve all these comment so i can see what # we're at!! :)

Jess said...

Bedtime may be early tonight!

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

you are being sneaky!!!

Jess said...

Im commenting don't you see me commenting LOL

Samantha @ Mama Notes said...

okay, I cant play anymore. I have to go sit in the office where there is air conditioning. bye!

joyntmadness said...

I am happy to see more people saying they enjoyed their pregnancy...it is such a short amount of time and so special, but I guess I have never been on bed rest! LOL!

Jess said...

So Ls ex wife has decided shes not going to bring his son back (he has custody of him)I swear I can't catch a break!

Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) said...

Are we there yet? I probably missed the candy...

Jess said...

He's going to have to get a plane ticket back to utah to go get him! Totally sucks! Im so annoyed

Jess said...

She is refusing to pay for anything as well which is super annoying as well. She says he can take care of him on his own. Oh & she asked if I was out here yet? Uh why is it her business? Grr

Jess said...

Im rambling on aren't I?

Jess said...

Yay for being almost half way there!

Jess said...

I really need to go potty before I pee my pants LOL

Jess said...

lol T just asked me what does that's nice mean? I guess I say it too much....

Jess said...

It's finally starting to cool down woohoo!

Jess said...

I need to go fix Rs diaper yet again this time Im switching him to snaps!

danielle said...

Love your baby bucket list....no need 2 shape up though, as you'll gain quite a few pounds, so indulge now and call it pre-baby weight;)

Jess said...

darn should have commented a second later or earlier lol

Jess said...

I wonder who will win the next one!

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