Ronnie Anne fails to sleep because of Sergio's snores at night,so she decides to sneak out with Sid and go to the park for a while which makes them spark some new feelings for each other

When Arnold finds his parents after years lost in the jungle, his relationship with Helga changes. As it evolves and as life throws challenges her way, Helga uses the journal Miles gifted her to document her every feeling. Will Arnold and Helga's relationship withstand the test of time; or will Helga become completely unbound? POST TJM. CANON. SLOW BURN. ANGST WITH HAPPY ENDING.

Lincoln, the only boy in the Loud family, is diagnosed with a terminal disease. The doctors give him just a few weeks left at best. How will an eleven years old boy react when he finds out he'll die soon? And his sisters? Will they be able to hold on after the emotional core of the family is taken from them, or will they fall apart? Rated T for the feels... too sad for kids.

A device borrowed from one of Lisa's colleagues allows Lincoln and Ronnie Anne to take a look at an alternate timeline. The timeline looks almost identical to their own, with the exception of one detail; Ronnie Anne has switched places with Connie Maheswaran of Beach City. How will the brash bully and the bashful bookworm adapt to each others' universes? Cover by JFMStudios!

A watch-like device falls from space and attaches to Lincoln Loud and give him the power to transform into different aliens. Now he, Leni and his dad must work together to stop petty thugs, mad scientist and evil warlords all while trying to keep Lincolns secret from the rest of his family. (Cover art by Petrus-C-Visagie)

Ronnie Anne convinces Lincoln to come perform a magic show for her cousin's birthday. He just has one condition.

Feeling overshadowed by his sisters, Lincoln goes through depression that causes him to question his future. (Many thanks to Parasomnico for the artwork.)

During their time in college, Lincoln, Ronnie Anne, and Sid decide to share an apartment together. What kind of hijinks will they get into and how will Ronnie Anne deal with having to supervise two super geeks?

Ronnie Anne takes Lincoln to the park in style.

A sequel to “Who Says 13 is Unlucky” as we join the Louds and their friends celebrating their Christmas at the Most Magical Place on Earth

A commission for my good friend, Creshosk. For most, their 13 birthday represents the next step in life. It marks the time when you become more than just a mere kid. For others, it is a symbol of your last dance with childhood innocence. However, who’s to say that your 13th birthday is all bad?

During gym class, Chandler decides to make Ronnie Anne the next target of his bullying. This proves to be unwise...

A week after Lincoln's visit, Ronnie Anne has a video chat with Lincoln. During which she confronts her thoughts to the prediction from Ernesto and the day she and Lincoln spent together, how maybe he wasn't as far off as she'd want to believe. First fic to the Loud House spinoff: Casagrandes. Leave a fav, follow, and review for more content.

The life and times of Lincoln Loud and his family from 1957 to the new millennium. Cover by Raganoxer.

Prequel to "Young Hearts Be Free Tonight" An anthology showing the relationship of Lincoln and Ronnie Anne. COMPLETE.

Lincoln is having trouble sleeping when he spends the weekend at the Casagrandes'. It's not homesickness, he's just... worried, and when Ronnie Anne sees him tossing and turning, he worries even more, thinking she won't understand. But Ronnie Anne does understand, and maybe she can help Lincoln deal with his anxiety. A story for Ronniecoln Week.

A Loud House universe where everything is mostly the same, except that Ronnie Anne is 100% more Tsundere. That wouldn't be much of a problem, if she didn't have her eyes set on Lincoln.

"I only wanted to help you Lori. ' said Lincoln ." You should have stayed out of it . I hate you Lincoln , and from this day on i dont have a brother anymore " said Lori . Loud House is owned by Nick .

Lincoln ponders what to say on one of his after school calls with Ronnie Anne. Her response surprises him. (one-shot)

Sid Chang's got something special for Ronnie Anne Santiago's 18th birthday, and truth be told, it'll be something that Ronnie Anne would never expect to happen to her until now. Short Ronnie Anne/Sid one-shot. Rated T just for safety reasons. Don't like, don't read.

While poking around Lisa's room, Lana stumbles across the prototype for a formula designed to boost the subject's size and strength. Enticed, Lana takes a little sip, and before long, she starts to feel the effects...along with a few pronounced side effects.

In this origin tale, follow Lupa, Leia and Lemy and witness how the kids live with abandonment, sorrow, taboos, suffering, and the the hardest thing to face: the truth. In this collab piece, the tale of the bastards of Lincoln will be told. Collaboration with Captain Darko. Cover by Raganoxer.

Ronnie Anne is in a beauty pageant much to her dismay, but with the help from Lincoln and Lola she will survive to get through something she dreads.

I decided to write a mature Ronniecoln story this time. It's gonna be about Lincoln and Ronnie Anne learning about relationships as they grow up throughout the fanfic.

Adjusting to a new roommate certainly has its challenges, especially if it's someone who's 10 years younger than you. But, Lincoln will soon learn that having a baby for a roommate is much more fun than having a room to yourself. With the added bonus as a good opportunity to make up for lost time. Based after Room with a Feud. Cover art by Heterow. [HAITUS]

After Lincoln discovers he is adopted, he struggles to cope – with the help of his sisters. Just when he begins coming to terms, however, a second, even more shocking secret is revealed...and it might just change everything. Cover by Raganoxer.

Tired of being outvoted on how he and his sisters spend their weekends, Lincoln decides to do what he wants and show them what its like to be left out for a change

A series of one shots and drabbles featuring different pairings from The Loud House. Part of the 30 Day OTP Writing Challenge. Pairings: Lobby, Luanny, Lynnita, Winstola

During a not-date in the city, Lincoln and Ronnie Ann's plans get interrupted by the failure of public transport. One-shot.

After suffering a breakdown, Luna Loud returns home to take a break from her rock career. As she tries to reconnect with her family, she and her brother Lincoln find a different kind of connection...

Lisa Loud is a child prodigy with the ability to make almost anything she desires for whatever purpose. This series records her and her family's adventures through the various tools and devices Lisa makes. (Collection of one/two shots, occasional focus on other characters)

After a dreadful Akuma attack, Adrien loses possession of his Miraculous. Now, with only a matter of time before someone else finds his ring, Adrien and Plagg are forced to try to figure out the identity of Ladybug. Meanwhile Marinette copes with losing her partner and realizing that, now that Chat Noir is gone, she might have actually loved him.

A young boy named Adrien longs to spend one day outside the tower prison he calls home. His only companion is a talking cat named Plagg. After sixteen years he starts to believe he has no hope of ever leaving until a pair of thieves makes their way into the tower. Tangled AU

When Lincoln goes missing, his sisters take it upon themselves to go find him.

Girl Jordan and Lincoln have always had a close bond... but is it one of friendship, or something more? Follow them as they try to figure it out what they mean to each other.

A tragic accident changes the lives of the Louds...and takes away the life of one specific Loud. Takes place during the episode Mad Scientist, so I recommend watching that first.

While on a movie date with Benny, Luan reminisces about when she and Benny first met. Luan x Benny. Besides the beginning and the ending, the story is told via flashback that takes place before L is for Love.

It's not easy being the best at everything. Good grades, social class, earning her classmates' respect… sometimes Carol wishes she could take a break from it all. But there's something Lori Loud does better than anyone else, which trumps Carol in every way. Turns out, Lori may also be the person she always needed in her life.

Luna Loud has a major love for music. After getting into her top school that requires marching band for music majors. Her eyes are opened to a whole new world she never knew. With her new friends by her side she has adventures in the world of marching band.

The day of Ronnie Anne's wedding is also a day of reflection.

Even after ten years, Ronnie Anne and Lincoln are still as close as ever. After all, he's one person who hasn't let her down… (Cover Art by UnderratedHero shocker I know. I do not own The Loud House).

Two troubled women go through life barely holding things together. But a chance meeting in a coffee shop will change things forever. As the two slowly become friends, they learn that sometimes opposites do attract. Dedicated to CoyoteRom and BunnyAbsentia. Coffee Shop AU. Slowburn Luaggie, Saluna, Ronniecoln, Lucky, and lots of other great stuff!

"Who does Luna Loud think she is? Walking around with those trashy punk clothes, and those paperclip earrings, and those… freckles!… Ugh!" (I do not own The Loud House. Rated T for mild language. Cover Art by NickTheIrkenArtist.)

Bobby and Ronnie Annes life in the city gets a whole lot wilder when their deadbeat father shows up at the bodega, vowing to change his ways. Will he run out like old times, or is Papí here to stay?

A series of Clynn one-shots for Clynn Week 2019. (Cover art is a commission that I requested from UnderratedHero)

In this story, for seven days, one one-shot story related to Clyde x Lynn AKA Clynn will be shown here! Throughout the daily lives of the Loud House, there is one couple that starts to get closer and closer each time they come across each other... but will they manage to realize their feelings for each other on these special days? It's Clynn Week here in this story!

[Rocky/Lucy One-Shot] - It's the last day of school before winter break! But someone in particular is not very happy about it

Made for Clynn Week. Boy Lynn helps Girl Clyde practice for an upcoming dodgeball match, and discovers something interesting about her...

Lynn is in love with Leni, and despite feeling so wrong about it... She can't help but feel right.

One night during family movie night, Luna receives an unexpected visitor. Drabble/One shot. Dedicated to a good friend.

After the somewhat successful Thanksgiving, The Loud family are heading to the city to celebrate Christmas with the Casagrande's. Festive times are bound to ensue... but maybe something else can too...

Lori's in charge of the house on New Year's Eve while Mom and Dad are out. Along the way, she makes a promise to Lisa, who is in need of her intervention.

After Leni has a crummy day, Lynn decides to try and cheer her up with one of her favorite pastimes. (I do not own The Loud House.)

It's Christmas time at the Loud House and the Louds are holding their annual Christmas party! There's just one issue, Luna forgot to get Sam a present.

Carol Pingrey sees herself as someone special, gracious, charismatic, and wonderful. When she gets a new cell phone, she believes it's going to be another hit with her fellow classmates at Royal Woods Elementary. But maybe there are more important things than getting lots of expensive stuff (Christmas gift for Sessy Quips Out Medallions And Numerals).

Out in the magical lands of her home, Leni finds a peculiar creature, one that she vows to help out however she can.

Lola and Lana fight over which movie to watch together. Turns out, there's more to Lola's aversion to Godzilla than just being icky and gross.

During an evening spent with Sam, Luna notices that she's been putting on a bit of weight.

Carol wants to get a special present for Lori, and she goes to the mall to find the perfect gift. However, there's a certain ditzy fashionista that works in the store, and Carol's not sure she can really ask her for help.

Bobby and his little sister are coming to Royal Woods on Christmas Eve, and Lincoln is now fearing that he doesn't have the perfect gift to give Ronnie Anne. Will he figure out in time what the best Christmas gift ever is, or will he end up disappointing her? Three-way collab with JamesSunderlandsPillow and SesquipedalianNumeral.

When the Loud house has been devastated, the Casagrandes take the family in to their small apartment. Hijinks ensue. Truths are revealed. Quarrels erupt. And secrets are exposed between the families, including one character they least expected to visit. If you think "Loudest Thanksgiving" solve their cultural differences, think again.

Nothing said the "perfect marriage proposal" quite like a basketball gym, at least in Clyde's eyes. (Clyde x Lynn)

Carol Pingrey has everything going for her in her high school life, but even she has room to question her self-worth. In times like these, it may take another voice to put things into perspective.

Despite his rather young age, Lincoln has always wondered what his purpose in life is. And when star falls on him and brings his stuffed rabbit to life, maybe he'll be able to find out what it is. Cover by Heterow.

Lori and Carol come together to help Lisa understand love, and that there's more to it than she may think. Collab with JamesSunderlandsPillow

After Lana takes a nasty fall, Luan takes it upon herself to nurse her back to health - teaching her a thing or two about the rigors of clowning in the process.

Lori goes on a mall shopping spree with her friend Carol and is required to bring along her "most mature sibling", but the one she invited may not be mature at all and will likely ruin her reputation. One-shot. Very fluffy, proceed at your own risk.

While out bike riding with Lucy, Rocky ends up crashing and Lucy treats his injury (Lucky One Shot)

One afternoon, Lori and Carol decide to spend time together at the mall, and perhaps catch up with each other. But Lori can sense there's something off about her rival-turned-friend...

What was the use of her existence if she was just going to keep making the lives of her loved ones worse, just because she couldn't be as special as her perfect siblings? Lori didn't know, and she was certain that she didn't deserve to have a happy answer. [An "AU sequel" to "Babysitter from Heaven"/Might be bumped up to Rated M with future chapters]

At the age of 4, Lisa had it all! Her own lab, a family that loved her, even offers to work with the greatest minds the world has ever known! But alas, things change over time, and sometimes, in ways that no one could ever expect. A narrative of her experiences growing up.

After a tragedy that takes the lives of his family, Lincoln is adopted by another family. Will he recover?

Some people wear masks to hide who they are. Not only physical masks, but emotional ones too. Ronnie Anne is really good at hiding her true self. She may look mean and fierce on the outside, but who is Ronnie Anne on the inside? Can Lincoln figure it out? Or will she forever be a closed book and never open up to Lincoln?

One-Shot: Lincoln and Ronnie Anne have had the time of their lives together. And yet, eventually, all stories must come to an end.

During an intense jam session, Sam and Luna accidentally summon an unholy demon.

When Luan discovers that Lana plans to go out for Mischief Night, she sits her down and tells her why that's not a good idea.

After a particularly poignant scene in Vampires of Melancholia involving a love triangle, Lucy opens up to Lori about her own relationship woes.

After four years away from one another, Linka Loud and Girl Jordan reunite in Great Lakes City. (I do not own The Loud House) (Cover Art by Extricorez).

Having finally created her masterpiece, Luna is ready to perform. The problem? She can't spot the one person that needs to hear it.

Lucy has a sleepover with Rocky

Lisa does a bit of introspection after a curious incident involving Leni and a fake kidnapping.

When Lori finds out that Lincoln's thinking of running away from home, she decides to set him straight. How? By telling him about the time that she ran away, when she was around his age. Idea by MrTyeDye.

Lucy is unsure how to react when Rocky gives her some troubling news.

Lynn gets Lincoln on odd days of the month, Leni gets him on even days. This is so they can get equal time with him. However, the 31st disturbs that. Luckily, they have a solution...

Lucy asks Luna for help uncovering a dark secret, and ends up with a penis for her troubles. Being the kind big sister she is, Luna decides to help her with her discomfort.

Bobby attends a house party, which turns out to be an experience he'll never forget... no matter how hard he tries.

Lincoln confessed something that he should not have confessed, as if the title didn't give it away. How will everyone react, especially his supportive sisters? Originally called "Lincoln vs. Dating".

Lincoln and Ronnie Anne baby-sit Lily while Lori and Bobby are at the Rodney and The Off Beats concert.

To many, Rita Loud is just a typical mother working a full-time job to support her eleven kids. But, when Lincoln comes home with a flyer for a video game tournament, he discovers a part of her that she had buried a long time ago. Cover by 氷熊 (Ink).

Lynn tells the story of how she hated being a big sister, and how she saw her little brother as nothing but an attention stealer. The story of how she learned to love being a big sister, and that maybe, just maybe, Lincoln wasn't a pest after all. Thanks to UnderratedHero for the title!

Stella tries stargazing with Lincoln and Lisa's help.

Lincoln and Ronnie Anne return home after...something and they discover something about Maria and Frida. Set in the Lincoln Casagrande universe. May have more chapters

Lynn tries to show off her beach bod to woo Francisco, only to be upstaged by the last person she'd expect.

Lori throws a house party and has a little too much to drink, whereupon she realizes just how great her "big" brother is. Lori x Lincoln. Cover by Raganoxer.

After so many years, Lincoln's one true love Ronnie Ann has move back to Royal Woods. but as they rekindle their relationship the might be thinking about give away their virginity's (Rated M for future chapters)

Lincoln is the first to know of Luna's secret and is supportive of her. The sisters begin to find out and their parents are rather clueless on the whole situation. (Luna x Sam and maybe some mentions of Lincoln/Clyde. Rating may change!)

Being teen parents is hard, but it always helps to have family who is always willing to lend a hand. A collection of one shots following Lori and Bobby as they adjust to being new parents, and Luis's growing relationships with his extended family. A semi-sequel to Unexpected.

For Lucy, being unable to use her right hand wasn't the only thing she had a problem with. There was also the issue of the sister who just couldn't seem to escape the idea that she was to blame.

After a visit to the city, Lori discovers she is pregnant.

When Lincoln agrees to take care of an injured Ronnie Anne, their relationship is tested in a very awkward way.

All it takes is a little bad weather for Lincoln to consider crossing the line, even if it comes at Ronnie Anne's expense.

A little one-shot about Luna helping Carol work through a cringey obsession. A soft sequel to Carol Likes Luna (I do not own The Loud House).

Lori plans a special night for herself and her little brother.

Follow the Louds on a typical morning as a family with six children. A "Day in the Life" style one shot.

During wedding preparations, Lincoln recalls his first date with Ronnie Anne.

Lincoln shares special moments with all ten of his sisters. Collection of oneshots.

Lincoln trying to figure out what his relationship with Ronnie Anne is. Is she a friend? A great friend? Definately not a girlfriend. Right? With sisters thrown in the mix and a bit of adventure. Rated T for minor blood and injury. Reviews are appreciated - all criticism is welcome. Chapter 2 art by icecreampizzer @ Deviantart. Cover and chapter 9 art by Silent-Sid @ Deviantart.

Lincoln, 18, after an eventful weekend, visits Ronnie Anne and the two get close.

Leni makes a new friend online, and their relationship blossoms into something special. (One Shot, Cheni, I do not own The Loud House).

AU: When a series of grizzly murders begin to occur near the peaceful woodlands of Royal Woods, Michigan, Lincoln and his teammates are tasked by the city to investigate. Rated M for language and gore.

One letter wasn't enough. Luna knew she needed to do more. Slowly but surely, she would tell Sam how she really felt. We shall see what happens when the Sun is eclipsed by the Moon. When Luna and Sam finally become more than just friends... Image by magicponyprincess at Tumblr.

Follow Ronnie Anne and Lincoln's first few days as new parents to their daughter, Lexi Santiago-Loud. One shot.

Once again, the Louds meddle with Lincoln's life, but this time Ronnie Anne and Lincoln have a plan. Rated T for references. One-shot.

Taking place during and after the events of "Friendzy", this is the story of Lori's first attempt to have a friend over to get special privileges at home, what happens when Carol's too busy to get involved, and how Carol reminds Lori that friendship is a privilege in and of itself.

Winston invites Lola to his house so they can hang out together, eventually leading to a sleepover.

Twenty-six letters of the alphabet, twenty-six chapters with each of them starting with a different letter; a collection of drabbles featuring the pairing of Clyde McBride and Lynn Loud Jr. Will mostly be fluffy friendship and romance, though other themes might be explored every now and then. Most of the chapters will be K to K-plus, with a few of them going up to a T-rating.

Lincoln gets revenge on his evil family for locking him out of the house. Followup to No Such Luck.

When Lucy's plans to spend time with Rocky get cancelled, Lincoln steps in and invites her to watch TV with him.

Rita Loud writes a letter to each of her children. I call this a "mini fic"

Ronnie Anne and Lincoln have recently moved in together, but there's one thing she wasn't prepared for. So, she seeks out the advice of the girls who know their brother the best. One Shot, Commission.

Rocky has to go to Florida for two weeks to visit his dying grandmother. While he is gone, Lucy starts to fall into a depression because she misses him so much. When family time doesn't work, Lincoln suggests she hang out with Clyde as a friend. This works surprisingly well, and with Clyde's help, Lucy is able to make it through the two weeks.

An anthology of Lucy/Rocky oneshots. Prompt one: Lucy wants to bake something for her picnic with Rocky, but isn't allowed to use the oven alone. Good thing Lori is more than happy to help.

A rewrite of a story i did last year. Lori is all ready to go to college, but one of her siblings isn't very happy about it. One shot/Drabble.

Ronnie Anne has been stressed from work, so Lincoln decides to take her out for the day. One shot.

This is a compilation of one-shots that will focus on Lincoln and Ronnie Anne's bonds to each other and their connections with the people around them. There will be comedy. There will be drama. There will be things that will make you question yourself and your life choices. But most of all, there will be fun! Cover art by AngryScaven.

Lincoln feels a little unwanted in the Loud house, and feels like he is more like a parasite than a member of the family. Luna notices this and tries to make him feel better and start to spend time together. The other sisters will a,so have their part, but I think Lincoln and Luna's relationship is the closest out of the Loud family.

After a rough day at school, Lola receives consolation - and, surprisingly, a bit of wisdom - from her second oldest sister.

Luna's left at the mercy of Sam's request. Or rather, she's left at the mercy of her OWN restlessness. Either way, the fact that Sam wants her opinion of her new look is not going to be an easy hill to climb.

Lincoln Loud gets a little more than he bargained for when his interest in sex and his sisters meet in a very...educational way. Rated M for sexual content.

Leni meets the boy of her dreams at her big sister's ill-fated party. Retelling of "Party Down" from Leni's perspective.

Lucy Loud thought she knew it all, until one day when she learned a valuable lesson from one of her favorite siblings. One-Shot inspired by "Circles" by Soul Coughing.

Having moved away from Royal Woods, Ronnie Anne feels a little home-sick. Luckily, she has a friend who keeps her up to date with everything going on in her old home-town (and his life).

Mikey Munroe is a boy tasked with just one summer to turn the hearts of Muckledunk from hatred to acceptance. Amanda Killman is a girl clinging to old traditions in a desperate attempt to keep her life and family stable. Bunsen is a Beast thrust above ground with the weight of two species balanced on his shoulders. Can I make it any clearer? (Written April 2017 - Ongoing)

A Ronniecoln fanfiction when Lincoln didn't learn the first time when it comes to the relationships with the Santiagos. Rated T for language and slightly inappropriate humor.

During the "Spring is in the Air" dance at school, Lucy wants to have a magical night with Rocky Spokes. Mostly Lucky (Lucy x Rocky) with some brief moments of Ronniecoln.

A rewrite of my latest one shot "They Meddle with Love", where Lincoln learns that sometimes, it's okay to not be so strong all the time, and that sometimes, having meddling sisters isn't so bad. One Shot. Lots of Fluff.

Lincoln comes home after a bad day of school, and he learns that sometimes his sisters meddle for a good reason. One Shot. Lots of fluff.

Lori, Leni, Luna, and Luan find themselves helping their parents with their little brother, Lincoln. A one shot I came up with after a daydream.

Clyde has always been an interesting character. What is his past life? How did he come to be adopted? What was he like. We don't know much other than at the moment his life is pretty great. But was it always that good?

Lynn and Lincoln both learn a lesson when it comes to sharing toys. One shot/Drabble.

After a long day of work, Ronnie Anne comes home to her husband and two kids. Knowing his wife would be in desperate need of relaxation, Lincoln puts together a romantic evening; complete with candles, bubble bath, massage, and lots of affectionate kissing.

It's Halloween, and Leni is absolutely excited about this cool high-school party Lori is taking her to. She just finished making her own very special dress for the occasion, but after she learns Lincoln has been going through some issues, she is faced with a choice.

Ronnie Anne got a little jealous today and Bobby wants to help. During a talk between the two, Bobby would like to know why Ronnie Anne has feelings for Lincoln. Seeing how it's just the two of them Ronnie Anne tells her brother the history of how she came to like Lincoln Loud. Image being used is created & owned by DOL2006.

Ronnie Anne and Lincoln's latest video chat leaves a lot on the table, after a dropped call gets in the way of what Lincoln was trying to relay to his friend. But surely...surely Lincoln didn't mean..."that", did he?

When it is late at night and the Loud house is not so loud anymore, Lori makes sure that her siblings are sleeping safe and sound.

After anonymously writing a love letter for Sam, Luna must face new challenges, like coming out to her family, actually asking Sam out, and trying to keep her siblings from meddling in her love life. However, having nine sisters and a brother, Luna fears the last one might not be so easy.

Lincoln calls up Ronnie Anne on Skype when he's feeling bored.

Ronnie Anne and Lincoln's video chat gets interrupted, leading to an unforeseen development.

Shortly after the birth of their 11th child, the Loud parents divorced, splitting up the kids between them. Having lost contact with each other, the siblings grow apart. 5 years later, they meet up again and plot to get their family back together. AU

Bobby and Ronnie Anne moved with their cousins, the Casagrandes, and two members of the Loud family suffer the change. One more than the other. It's up to Lincoln Loud to cheer up his sister.

Lincoln is really good at hiding his feelings, but sometimes it's not so easy, especially when his best friend just moved away. One shot.

Things take an unexpected turn after Ronnie Anne treats Lincoln's knee injury. (Lincoln x Ronnie Anne)

Lincoln has a stern discussion with Lori about her relationship with Bobby.

Lincoln and Lily have always had a tight bond with one another. But can Lincoln accept that his baby sister might not be a baby much longer?