Baby Markle Weekly
How far along? 40 weeks (if I'm taking a picture next week, it will just be of me curled up on the couch crying FYI.)
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? This question is becoming silly.
Stretch marks? 0.
Sleep: Some nights fine, others terrible. Last night it was 1030-430am. Awake til 7. Back asleep til 1030.
Labor Signs? Losing parts of m.plug, BH contractions like crazy, etc. Nature, please come to my rescue.
Best moment this week: Doctor Laurie telling me that based on everything she can tell via my NST and exam, this is going to be one very healthy baby...albeit, late.
Preggo symptoms? Hormones....raging.
Miss Anything? Not being moody.
Belly Button in or out? Out out out.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: Slowing down a bit as she runs out of room but still very active all things considered.
Food cravings: Small meals all day long. I cant fit much in my tummy.
Happy or moody? The moodiest I have ever been in years. All the "how are you feeling? or is she here yet?" questions are ridiculous. (You'll know when she's born people, I promise, really I do! I'm going to shout it from the hilltops---er, UWS-tops!) I am simply not responding to messages that ask "have you had the baby yet?" I'm finding solace in a few friends who have gone late with their pregnancies and so thankful for their words and understanding. Thank god for them.
Looking forward to: I cant believe I'm wishing for labor pains, but I am. C'mon. Let's go into LABOR.
Gender: GIRL
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? This question is becoming silly.
Stretch marks? 0.
Sleep: Some nights fine, others terrible. Last night it was 1030-430am. Awake til 7. Back asleep til 1030.
Labor Signs? Losing parts of m.plug, BH contractions like crazy, etc. Nature, please come to my rescue.
Best moment this week: Doctor Laurie telling me that based on everything she can tell via my NST and exam, this is going to be one very healthy baby...albeit, late.
Preggo symptoms? Hormones....raging.
Miss Anything? Not being moody.
Belly Button in or out? Out out out.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: Slowing down a bit as she runs out of room but still very active all things considered.
Food cravings: Small meals all day long. I cant fit much in my tummy.
Happy or moody? The moodiest I have ever been in years. All the "how are you feeling? or is she here yet?" questions are ridiculous. (You'll know when she's born people, I promise, really I do! I'm going to shout it from the hilltops---er, UWS-tops!) I am simply not responding to messages that ask "have you had the baby yet?" I'm finding solace in a few friends who have gone late with their pregnancies and so thankful for their words and understanding. Thank god for them.
Looking forward to: I cant believe I'm wishing for labor pains, but I am. C'mon. Let's go into LABOR.
Gender: GIRL
How far along? 39 weeks (and getting a bit sick of these weekly updates, ancy much? Yes.)
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? The nicest I've been dressed all week is spandex and a long sleeve tshirt. Howdya like me now? (Ugh.)
Stretch marks? 0.
Sleep: Sleeping well from 11pm-4ish but then it's game over.
Labor Signs? I am completely uncomfortable. I cant sit for too long, cant stand for too long, feeling loads of pressure and still having BH contractions.
Best moment this week: Counting down the days til DD.
Preggo symptoms? Does being "over" being pregnant count?
Miss Anything? Being comfortable.
Belly Button in or out? Out out out.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: All day long. She has become even more squirmy again. I hope she's ok in there! She seems like she cant get comfy!
Food cravings: Christmas cookies. Good thing I've made a ton.
Happy or moody? Happy moments, super moody at times, very uncomfortable. I am just glad I made it so far with feeling great but we're way beyond that at this point.
Looking forward to: Holding that sweet baby of ours. I am ready. WE are ready!!
Gender: GIRL
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? The nicest I've been dressed all week is spandex and a long sleeve tshirt. Howdya like me now? (Ugh.)
Stretch marks? 0.
Sleep: Sleeping well from 11pm-4ish but then it's game over.
Labor Signs? I am completely uncomfortable. I cant sit for too long, cant stand for too long, feeling loads of pressure and still having BH contractions.
Best moment this week: Counting down the days til DD.
Preggo symptoms? Does being "over" being pregnant count?
Miss Anything? Being comfortable.
Belly Button in or out? Out out out.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: All day long. She has become even more squirmy again. I hope she's ok in there! She seems like she cant get comfy!
Food cravings: Christmas cookies. Good thing I've made a ton.
Happy or moody? Happy moments, super moody at times, very uncomfortable. I am just glad I made it so far with feeling great but we're way beyond that at this point.
Looking forward to: Holding that sweet baby of ours. I am ready. WE are ready!!
Gender: GIRL
How far along? 38 Weeks (this is this first time I will say that the side profile of the bump does not due it's size justice. I'm much bigger than this I think!)
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? Oh you know, holey maternity leggings and lululemon pants. The ush.
Stretch marks? Holding on to the hope I may get away with 0!
Sleep: Not too shabby. I think her space is very crowded in there and it limits her poking around.
Labor Signs? I have dropped. Lots and lots of pressure. Waddle in full effect. Braxton hicks here and there every day. 0cm dilated but cervix is soft...we are moving in the right direction.
Best moment this week: Catching my crazy belly movement and sending to family. Noone believed me how active this little lady is!
Preggo symptoms? Definitely feeling a bit of heartburn here and there.
Miss Anything? Knowing what it feels like to not be pregnant?
Belly Button in or out? Out. Even more than last week. Yikes.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: All day long.
Food cravings: Burgers!
Happy or moody? Really happy. Really ancy. It's time girlfriend, come meet us soon!
Looking forward to: Baking Christmas cookies this week! Just enjoying the final moments before "go-time."
Gender: GIRL
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? Oh you know, holey maternity leggings and lululemon pants. The ush.
Stretch marks? Holding on to the hope I may get away with 0!
Sleep: Not too shabby. I think her space is very crowded in there and it limits her poking around.
Labor Signs? I have dropped. Lots and lots of pressure. Waddle in full effect. Braxton hicks here and there every day. 0cm dilated but cervix is soft...we are moving in the right direction.
Best moment this week: Catching my crazy belly movement and sending to family. Noone believed me how active this little lady is!
Preggo symptoms? Definitely feeling a bit of heartburn here and there.
Miss Anything? Knowing what it feels like to not be pregnant?
Belly Button in or out? Out. Even more than last week. Yikes.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: All day long.
Food cravings: Burgers!
Happy or moody? Really happy. Really ancy. It's time girlfriend, come meet us soon!
Looking forward to: Baking Christmas cookies this week! Just enjoying the final moments before "go-time."
Gender: GIRL
How far along? 37 Weeks
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? Leggings, Pure Body long sleeve tshirt...throw in a scarf for some flair. Same.thing.every.day.
Stretch marks? None yet!
Sleep: Pretty darn good this week. Still waking up to pee around 430/5am and am so thirsty as always but other than that, I cannot complain. Getting used to this side sleeping!
Labor Signs? Zero CM dialated but cervix is soft. Body is gearing up!
Best moment this week: Distinguising limbs being dragged around my belly. I love that can feel just how much she has grown and gotten stronger these past few weeks.
Preggo symptoms? Heightened sense of smell this past week and a bit of nausea randomly on Friday during the day.
Miss Anything? I really can't wait to wear my pixie pants again...
Belly Button in or out? Outttt.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: Feel her bump and move pretty much all day. And then the crazy hour hits at 10/1030 ;)
Food cravings: Red meat. All of it.
Happy or moody? Happy all around. Christmas tree is up in 2A and Baby M's stocking is ready for her!
Looking forward to: Next week's Telepan anniversary date...getting out on the town as much as we can.
Gender: GIRL
Total weight gain: 26lbs.
Maternity clothes? Leggings, Pure Body long sleeve tshirt...throw in a scarf for some flair. Same.thing.every.day.
Stretch marks? None yet!
Sleep: Pretty darn good this week. Still waking up to pee around 430/5am and am so thirsty as always but other than that, I cannot complain. Getting used to this side sleeping!
Labor Signs? Zero CM dialated but cervix is soft. Body is gearing up!
Best moment this week: Distinguising limbs being dragged around my belly. I love that can feel just how much she has grown and gotten stronger these past few weeks.
Preggo symptoms? Heightened sense of smell this past week and a bit of nausea randomly on Friday during the day.
Miss Anything? I really can't wait to wear my pixie pants again...
Belly Button in or out? Outttt.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: Feel her bump and move pretty much all day. And then the crazy hour hits at 10/1030 ;)
Food cravings: Red meat. All of it.
Happy or moody? Happy all around. Christmas tree is up in 2A and Baby M's stocking is ready for her!
Looking forward to: Next week's Telepan anniversary date...getting out on the town as much as we can.
Gender: GIRL
How far along? 36 Weeks
Total weight gain: 25lbs.
Maternity clothes? Is this even a question anymore?
Stretch marks? I would like to thank the great people at Weleda Stretch Mark Oil company for thier amazing product!
Sleep: I mean once this nugget calms down at night and lets me sleep, it's been good :)
Labor Signs? Braxton Hicks like crazy. Kindof used to them it's pretty comical.
Best moment this week: Saturday 5mile walk through Central Park with Lee!
Preggo symptoms? Full termness.
Miss Anything? I can almost taste that christmas wine...
Belly Button in or out? Outtie.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: I think she gets her little feet caught in the umbilical cord and makes this funny movement where her feet are/my placenta/umbilical cord starts. Makes me giggle :)
Food cravings: Burgers. Red meat. Not anemic but you would think I am with now much I crave steak and potatoes...
Happy or moody? Oooo we were very moody on Sunday. VERY.
Looking forward to: Thanksgiving! Maybe a double serving of everything will be enough to push her out ;)
Gender: GIRL
Total weight gain: 25lbs.
Maternity clothes? Is this even a question anymore?
Stretch marks? I would like to thank the great people at Weleda Stretch Mark Oil company for thier amazing product!
Sleep: I mean once this nugget calms down at night and lets me sleep, it's been good :)
Labor Signs? Braxton Hicks like crazy. Kindof used to them it's pretty comical.
Best moment this week: Saturday 5mile walk through Central Park with Lee!
Preggo symptoms? Full termness.
Miss Anything? I can almost taste that christmas wine...
Belly Button in or out? Outtie.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: I think she gets her little feet caught in the umbilical cord and makes this funny movement where her feet are/my placenta/umbilical cord starts. Makes me giggle :)
Food cravings: Burgers. Red meat. Not anemic but you would think I am with now much I crave steak and potatoes...
Happy or moody? Oooo we were very moody on Sunday. VERY.
Looking forward to: Thanksgiving! Maybe a double serving of everything will be enough to push her out ;)
Gender: GIRL
How far along? 35 Weeks
Total weight gain: 24lbs.
Maternity clothes? The mat leggings now have holes and I dont even care!
Stretch marks? Nada, let's keep the pace please.
Sleep: New pillow = wonderful sleep this week!
Labor Signs? On Sunday, I had ELEVEN braxton hicks contractions. 11. My doctor advised me to only call if I have more than 4 in an hour which I didnt, they just came and went like crazy all day. I'm going to take this as a very positive sign (an offering to the pregnancy gods) that I will go early or on-time. Pretty pretty please.
Best moment this week: Snapping a few maternity photos in Central Park with our friend Kristin!
Preggo symptoms? Slight heartburn, unable to take a deep breath.
Miss Anything? Bikram. Oh I miss my January post-challenge strenth and yoga bliss so very much.
Belly Button in or out? Out. Lee had me laughing so hard while I was laying down a few nights ago that I actually saw my belly button pop out more. Hilarious.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: When baby girl is squirming around, I sometimes scratch my belly where I think she may react. Lee thinks it's mean, but I think it's amazing!
Food cravings: I just want to eat everything all day long. I have been so good for 36wks and now, well, I have given into frozen peppermint patties, sure-why not have a burger for dinner, etc...
Happy or moody? Happy but ancy. Very ancy.
Looking forward to: Next doctor's appt and seeing how we are progressing
Gender: GIRL GIRL GIRL!
Total weight gain: 24lbs.
Maternity clothes? The mat leggings now have holes and I dont even care!
Stretch marks? Nada, let's keep the pace please.
Sleep: New pillow = wonderful sleep this week!
Labor Signs? On Sunday, I had ELEVEN braxton hicks contractions. 11. My doctor advised me to only call if I have more than 4 in an hour which I didnt, they just came and went like crazy all day. I'm going to take this as a very positive sign (an offering to the pregnancy gods) that I will go early or on-time. Pretty pretty please.
Best moment this week: Snapping a few maternity photos in Central Park with our friend Kristin!
Preggo symptoms? Slight heartburn, unable to take a deep breath.
Miss Anything? Bikram. Oh I miss my January post-challenge strenth and yoga bliss so very much.
Belly Button in or out? Out. Lee had me laughing so hard while I was laying down a few nights ago that I actually saw my belly button pop out more. Hilarious.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: When baby girl is squirming around, I sometimes scratch my belly where I think she may react. Lee thinks it's mean, but I think it's amazing!
Food cravings: I just want to eat everything all day long. I have been so good for 36wks and now, well, I have given into frozen peppermint patties, sure-why not have a burger for dinner, etc...
Happy or moody? Happy but ancy. Very ancy.
Looking forward to: Next doctor's appt and seeing how we are progressing
Gender: GIRL GIRL GIRL!
How far along? 34 Weeks
Total weight gain: 23lbs. Which makes me think that I got the wonky scale at the last visit. Steady 1lb a week weight gain has been consistant.
Maternity clothes? Is there anything else? I almost gave SKR my entire non maternity wardrobe last week and told her to return it to me in March.
Stretch marks? I'm not sure how I dont have any because my skin is definitely stretching at a faster rater these weeks!
Sleep: I have been plagued by a touch of insomnia. Fall asleep around 10/1030pm and am very awake from 430-7. I'm ok with it so long as I fall back asleep or nap later on the next day. I do think it's my body's way of gearing me up for middle of the night feedings.
Labor Signs? Still BH contractions here and there.
Best moment this week: Finishing touches on the nursery are complete! See reveal ;)
Preggo symptoms? I kindof think I'm starting to waddle. hehehe.
Miss Anything? I'm going to cry such happy tears when I can sleep on my stomach again.
Belly Button in or out? OUTIE. And like reallllly and outie. Ew.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: It's all the time. "Kick counting" makes me laugh. I feel this little munchkin move allll day.
Food cravings: Not really any this week!
Happy or moody? So happy, so excited!
Looking forward to: Each and every doctor's appt. I love the build up in these final weeks.
Gender: GIRL :)
Total weight gain: 23lbs. Which makes me think that I got the wonky scale at the last visit. Steady 1lb a week weight gain has been consistant.
Maternity clothes? Is there anything else? I almost gave SKR my entire non maternity wardrobe last week and told her to return it to me in March.
Stretch marks? I'm not sure how I dont have any because my skin is definitely stretching at a faster rater these weeks!
Sleep: I have been plagued by a touch of insomnia. Fall asleep around 10/1030pm and am very awake from 430-7. I'm ok with it so long as I fall back asleep or nap later on the next day. I do think it's my body's way of gearing me up for middle of the night feedings.
Labor Signs? Still BH contractions here and there.
Best moment this week: Finishing touches on the nursery are complete! See reveal ;)
Preggo symptoms? I kindof think I'm starting to waddle. hehehe.
Miss Anything? I'm going to cry such happy tears when I can sleep on my stomach again.
Belly Button in or out? OUTIE. And like reallllly and outie. Ew.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: It's all the time. "Kick counting" makes me laugh. I feel this little munchkin move allll day.
Food cravings: Not really any this week!
Happy or moody? So happy, so excited!
Looking forward to: Each and every doctor's appt. I love the build up in these final weeks.
Gender: GIRL :)
*This week's post brought to you by my solo photog skills. The baby Daddy is stuck in Kiawah, SC bc of Hurricane Sandy!!*
How far along? 33 Weeks
Total weight gain: 20lbs! No weight gain this week. I'm not really sure how that happened bc my belly measured bigger and I lived on a diet of cupcakes and comfort food last weekend...but I'll take it.
Maternity clothes? I really should get another pair of ON leggings. The two I have now have random holes in them. That's what I get for $10 mat pants!
Stretch marks? Nada.
Sleep: Every night is different. Pillow between legs is a life saver.
Labor Signs? BH contractions and baby girl has definitely settled head down on occasionally moving to the right a bit. Stay put little lady!
Best moment this week: Visit with the Wexford girls in Avalon. Realizing that I only have 3 more purchases(car seat, breast pump, monitor) + washing baby clothes and we are going to be 100% ready for this baby. How's that for preparation?
Preggo symptoms? Twinge of preggo heartburn one night but other than that same BH contractions here and there.
Miss Anything? Being able to eat a big dinner. My stomach is the size of a pea I think.
Belly Button in or out? Oh we have an outie;) I think it's gross.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: We've got an active little lady already! If anything, I get nervous when I dont feel her at times when she normally goes crazy (like my 530am bathroom break) and find myself waiting to feel her wake up and move around. Mama nerves!
Food cravings: Candy corn ;)
Happy or moody? HAPPY ...and getting just really excited!!
Looking forward to: I cant stop stop looking at our 20 week ultrasound photo and starting at that teeny nose and cute little chin! Oh my gosh, do I want to meet this sweet baby :)
Gender: GIRL. Someone asked me this past week if we were 100% sure based on me carrying so low. I have to say, if for a fluke reason the doc's office made a mistake on the gender, I would be so confused/disappointed. Everything in my mind has created this mama-daughter dream now...can you imagine if that had to be switched? Pretty crazy to think about. (Not to mention, a little guy would have alot of dusty pink in his wardrobe haha.)
Total weight gain: 20lbs! No weight gain this week. I'm not really sure how that happened bc my belly measured bigger and I lived on a diet of cupcakes and comfort food last weekend...but I'll take it.
Maternity clothes? I really should get another pair of ON leggings. The two I have now have random holes in them. That's what I get for $10 mat pants!
Stretch marks? Nada.
Sleep: Every night is different. Pillow between legs is a life saver.
Labor Signs? BH contractions and baby girl has definitely settled head down on occasionally moving to the right a bit. Stay put little lady!
Best moment this week: Visit with the Wexford girls in Avalon. Realizing that I only have 3 more purchases(car seat, breast pump, monitor) + washing baby clothes and we are going to be 100% ready for this baby. How's that for preparation?
Preggo symptoms? Twinge of preggo heartburn one night but other than that same BH contractions here and there.
Miss Anything? Being able to eat a big dinner. My stomach is the size of a pea I think.
Belly Button in or out? Oh we have an outie;) I think it's gross.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: We've got an active little lady already! If anything, I get nervous when I dont feel her at times when she normally goes crazy (like my 530am bathroom break) and find myself waiting to feel her wake up and move around. Mama nerves!
Food cravings: Candy corn ;)
Happy or moody? HAPPY ...and getting just really excited!!
Looking forward to: I cant stop stop looking at our 20 week ultrasound photo and starting at that teeny nose and cute little chin! Oh my gosh, do I want to meet this sweet baby :)
Gender: GIRL. Someone asked me this past week if we were 100% sure based on me carrying so low. I have to say, if for a fluke reason the doc's office made a mistake on the gender, I would be so confused/disappointed. Everything in my mind has created this mama-daughter dream now...can you imagine if that had to be switched? Pretty crazy to think about. (Not to mention, a little guy would have alot of dusty pink in his wardrobe haha.)
How far along? 32 Weeks
Total weight gain: 20lbs...and really fearing this next weigh-in tmrw, it's been an indulgent bagel, pasta, cupcakes, mac n cheese filled past 4 days! Ah well.
Maternity clothes? The J.Crew pixie pants that have been my go to non-mat "nicer" leggings saw their final zip this week. I pushed it too far. Asked too much of those pants.
Stretch marks? On my 2nd bottle of Weleda Belly Oil and hoping it continues to stave off those nasty buggers.
Sleep: Not bad, not great, just glad I'm sleeping. Naps are back at least 2x/week.
Labor Signs? BH contractions are back.
Best moment this week: Baby shower wknd + KCS surprising me in NYC. I am still in shock she pulled this off without a hitch ;)
Preggo symptoms? I drink more h2O than I ever thought possible and am still always thirsty.
Miss Anything? Loads of energy.
Belly Button in or out? Flat.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: She's making her presence known that is for sure! I love the motions, they give me such happiness!
Food cravings: Fruit, yogurt, crisp fresh tart anything.
Happy or moody? Very happy :)
Looking forward to: One last day trip to see the Wexford Ladies next weekend and then we are shutting.it.down. Time to batten down the hatches in November!!
Gender: Sweet little girl.
Total weight gain: 20lbs...and really fearing this next weigh-in tmrw, it's been an indulgent bagel, pasta, cupcakes, mac n cheese filled past 4 days! Ah well.
Maternity clothes? The J.Crew pixie pants that have been my go to non-mat "nicer" leggings saw their final zip this week. I pushed it too far. Asked too much of those pants.
Stretch marks? On my 2nd bottle of Weleda Belly Oil and hoping it continues to stave off those nasty buggers.
Sleep: Not bad, not great, just glad I'm sleeping. Naps are back at least 2x/week.
Labor Signs? BH contractions are back.
Best moment this week: Baby shower wknd + KCS surprising me in NYC. I am still in shock she pulled this off without a hitch ;)
Preggo symptoms? I drink more h2O than I ever thought possible and am still always thirsty.
Miss Anything? Loads of energy.
Belly Button in or out? Flat.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: She's making her presence known that is for sure! I love the motions, they give me such happiness!
Food cravings: Fruit, yogurt, crisp fresh tart anything.
Happy or moody? Very happy :)
Looking forward to: One last day trip to see the Wexford Ladies next weekend and then we are shutting.it.down. Time to batten down the hatches in November!!
Gender: Sweet little girl.
How far along? 31 Weeks
Total weight gain: 20lbs
Maternity clothes? It's starting to become light sweater weather around these parts and maternity gear is getting $$! I'm living in the maternity leggins and jeans still.
Stretch marks? Still 0. WOOHOO!
Sleep: This is a sample of my night. Get in bed at 10pm, up to pee at 11-1130, up to pee at 5-530am. Cant fall back asleep. Exhausted at 2pm. Attempt nap if possible. Energy surge at 6pm. It's a rollercoaster.
Labor Signs? No BH contractions this week which has been a nice relief.
Best moment this week: Dad & Brady in town this past Saturday/Sunday!
Preggo symptoms? Dry mouth in middle of night (as Carbs put it best, if I drink any more water, I'm going to float away...), few little spider veins on left leg. Pregnancy, you are so chic.
Miss Anything? Being able to bend down in comfort.
Belly Button in or out? Flat.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: It's all day long! I love how many times a day I can sit for a second and wonder "is that your teeny hand? your little butt?"
Food cravings: Steak. Meat. Heavy food.
Happy or moody? Happy!!
Looking forward to: Each and every doctor's appt. They give me such reassurance.
Gender: Girl!!
Total weight gain: 20lbs
Maternity clothes? It's starting to become light sweater weather around these parts and maternity gear is getting $$! I'm living in the maternity leggins and jeans still.
Stretch marks? Still 0. WOOHOO!
Sleep: This is a sample of my night. Get in bed at 10pm, up to pee at 11-1130, up to pee at 5-530am. Cant fall back asleep. Exhausted at 2pm. Attempt nap if possible. Energy surge at 6pm. It's a rollercoaster.
Labor Signs? No BH contractions this week which has been a nice relief.
Best moment this week: Dad & Brady in town this past Saturday/Sunday!
Preggo symptoms? Dry mouth in middle of night (as Carbs put it best, if I drink any more water, I'm going to float away...), few little spider veins on left leg. Pregnancy, you are so chic.
Miss Anything? Being able to bend down in comfort.
Belly Button in or out? Flat.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: It's all day long! I love how many times a day I can sit for a second and wonder "is that your teeny hand? your little butt?"
Food cravings: Steak. Meat. Heavy food.
Happy or moody? Happy!!
Looking forward to: Each and every doctor's appt. They give me such reassurance.
Gender: Girl!!
Venue change-up! Had to stay on track with the Friday photos...this one brought to you by my undried pool hair and our hotel room in Miami.
How far along? 30 Weeks
Total weight gain: 18lbs
Maternity clothes? There are now two teeny small holes in my Gap & ON mat leggings. Really dont want to purchase more with only 9wks to go...really dont want to look even more of a slob bob with holes in my cheap maternity clothes. Got all decked out in Miami for a number of nights out in some fun dresses and heels. Rosie Pope kind of done up with a bump.
Stretch marks? I feel like they are on their way to emerge...meh.
Sleep: Girlfriend wanted to party in the city where the heat is on. Mama wanted to rest rest rest. We made a compromise and I got decent Zzzz's about half the nights away this week.
Labor Signs? Braxton Hicks contractions about 1-2x since the last bout. Grand total of about 6-7 felt in the past 3 weeks.
Best moment this week: Virgin pina colada + Lee with a corona + scortching sun + perfect pool lounging area at the Raleigh.
Preggo symptoms? Let's just say my doctor suggested I order one of these to help with some of my pelvic discomfort/heaviness/vein pressure. Pregnancy, you are oh-so-glamorous. File under: things women dont tell you about when you get pregnant. I've worn it 2x now, just at home for about an hour/day. Cannot begin to describe the relief. Female jock strap from the gods.
Miss Anything? I could really go for... a big night out in the city, stinky blue cheese, and a juice cleanse right about now.
Belly Button in or out? We're half in half out but mostly just flattening. It's hilarious and awkward.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: She flips, she rolls, she taps, she drags appendages along my sides. Life is amazing.
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy!!
Looking forward to: More nesting in the nursery!
Gender: GIRL...as time goes on, I'm more and more so attached to the idea of saying our daughter...sinking in more every day.
How far along? 30 Weeks
Total weight gain: 18lbs
Maternity clothes? There are now two teeny small holes in my Gap & ON mat leggings. Really dont want to purchase more with only 9wks to go...really dont want to look even more of a slob bob with holes in my cheap maternity clothes. Got all decked out in Miami for a number of nights out in some fun dresses and heels. Rosie Pope kind of done up with a bump.
Stretch marks? I feel like they are on their way to emerge...meh.
Sleep: Girlfriend wanted to party in the city where the heat is on. Mama wanted to rest rest rest. We made a compromise and I got decent Zzzz's about half the nights away this week.
Labor Signs? Braxton Hicks contractions about 1-2x since the last bout. Grand total of about 6-7 felt in the past 3 weeks.
Best moment this week: Virgin pina colada + Lee with a corona + scortching sun + perfect pool lounging area at the Raleigh.
Preggo symptoms? Let's just say my doctor suggested I order one of these to help with some of my pelvic discomfort/heaviness/vein pressure. Pregnancy, you are oh-so-glamorous. File under: things women dont tell you about when you get pregnant. I've worn it 2x now, just at home for about an hour/day. Cannot begin to describe the relief. Female jock strap from the gods.
Miss Anything? I could really go for... a big night out in the city, stinky blue cheese, and a juice cleanse right about now.
Belly Button in or out? We're half in half out but mostly just flattening. It's hilarious and awkward.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Movement: She flips, she rolls, she taps, she drags appendages along my sides. Life is amazing.
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy!!
Looking forward to: More nesting in the nursery!
Gender: GIRL...as time goes on, I'm more and more so attached to the idea of saying our daughter...sinking in more every day.
How far along? 29 Weeks
Total weight gain: 18lbs
Maternity clothes? I pulled out the fall clothing under the bed storage bins and stared longingly at them on Sunday. Aside from cardigans and oversized tunics, we are all maternity wear, all the time. Just feels more comfortable.
Stretch marks? Staying strong with a big fat 0.
Sleep: Apparently it is gymnastics time the second I hit the hay and roll to either side trying to sleep. Baby girl goes crazy! Limbs kicking, rolling...I think she's trying to find her perfect little sleeping nook for the night too (not that there's much real estate for her to choose from.)
Best moment this week: Lee's reading to her almost every night before bedtime and I know it may sound crazy, but if she's super active before he starts, his voice tends to calm her down. I know already she's showing favoritism to her Daddy. It's fine ;)
Preggo symptoms? The entire left leg/hip region of my body has officially waved it's white flag to this pregnancy. A few noticible to me varicose veins just above my knee (here's to hoping those fade after delivery), 1st trimester-like exhuastion creeping back in, and just an overall heaviness with the bump growing. 3-4 braxton hicks contractions this past week, too! We are gearing up for the big show people.
Miss Anything? Having loads of energy.
Movement: Morning party time movement session, bedtime party time movement session and anytime I sit down during the day. I'm thinking we are going to have one squirmy wormy little nugget.
Food cravings: Back to basics. Bland food, crackers, soup.
Happy or moody? I must admit, my moodiness definitely creeped in this week.
Looking forward to: Single digit weekly countdown so very soon!
Gender: Sweet little gal
Total weight gain: 18lbs
Maternity clothes? I pulled out the fall clothing under the bed storage bins and stared longingly at them on Sunday. Aside from cardigans and oversized tunics, we are all maternity wear, all the time. Just feels more comfortable.
Stretch marks? Staying strong with a big fat 0.
Sleep: Apparently it is gymnastics time the second I hit the hay and roll to either side trying to sleep. Baby girl goes crazy! Limbs kicking, rolling...I think she's trying to find her perfect little sleeping nook for the night too (not that there's much real estate for her to choose from.)
Best moment this week: Lee's reading to her almost every night before bedtime and I know it may sound crazy, but if she's super active before he starts, his voice tends to calm her down. I know already she's showing favoritism to her Daddy. It's fine ;)
Preggo symptoms? The entire left leg/hip region of my body has officially waved it's white flag to this pregnancy. A few noticible to me varicose veins just above my knee (here's to hoping those fade after delivery), 1st trimester-like exhuastion creeping back in, and just an overall heaviness with the bump growing. 3-4 braxton hicks contractions this past week, too! We are gearing up for the big show people.
Miss Anything? Having loads of energy.
Movement: Morning party time movement session, bedtime party time movement session and anytime I sit down during the day. I'm thinking we are going to have one squirmy wormy little nugget.
Food cravings: Back to basics. Bland food, crackers, soup.
Happy or moody? I must admit, my moodiness definitely creeped in this week.
Looking forward to: Single digit weekly countdown so very soon!
Gender: Sweet little gal
How far along? 28 Weeks
Total weight gain: 16lbs
Maternity clothes? I wear pretty much 4 things. Mat leggings, mat jeans, mat gap pure body tanks, cardigans.
Stretch marks? I search frantically after showering for stretch marks and so far, so good!
Sleep: Baby girl wakes me up by kicking like crazy at 4-5am, so much so that I havent been able to fall back asleep! Maybe she's just preparing me for what's to come...oh man...
Best moment this week: Spending time with so many loved ones and friends while home in Pittsburgh for the wknd!
Preggo symptoms? Slight touch of acid reflux. I feel like I cant really eat a full meal as my stomach feels higher up in my abdomen these days.
Miss Anything? I really miss my pre-preggo body. Call it vain, call me crazy, but just for a day, I wish I had my flat tummy back.
Movement: Baby girl has decided to set up camp laterally in my belly and do what seems to me like squats on my right side.
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy and ancy for her to be here.
Looking forward to: Babymoon in Miami!! One final getaway as a family of two...wow.
Gender: Girl :)
Total weight gain: 16lbs
Maternity clothes? I wear pretty much 4 things. Mat leggings, mat jeans, mat gap pure body tanks, cardigans.
Stretch marks? I search frantically after showering for stretch marks and so far, so good!
Sleep: Baby girl wakes me up by kicking like crazy at 4-5am, so much so that I havent been able to fall back asleep! Maybe she's just preparing me for what's to come...oh man...
Best moment this week: Spending time with so many loved ones and friends while home in Pittsburgh for the wknd!
Preggo symptoms? Slight touch of acid reflux. I feel like I cant really eat a full meal as my stomach feels higher up in my abdomen these days.
Miss Anything? I really miss my pre-preggo body. Call it vain, call me crazy, but just for a day, I wish I had my flat tummy back.
Movement: Baby girl has decided to set up camp laterally in my belly and do what seems to me like squats on my right side.
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy and ancy for her to be here.
Looking forward to: Babymoon in Miami!! One final getaway as a family of two...wow.
Gender: Girl :)
How far along? 27 Weeks
Total weight gain: 16lbs (ooo man, scale is creeping!)
Maternity clothes? Materinity leggings and all things tunic + large oversized shirts. And the striped dresses are still hanging in there;)
Stretch marks? I swear I saw a few in the yoga mirror this week during class but alas, thankfully, I have been spared so far.
Sleep: Glorious. Getting great at side sleeping.
Best moment this week: Visit with little miss Leighton (and Abs & Carbs.) If our daughter comes out as sweet as she, we will be so lucky!
Preggo symptoms? Still the achy left hip and feeling extremely parched at night if I dont guzzle more water than you'd ever imagine p possible.
Miss Anything? Starting to miss my my pre-preggo workout routine. Tabata, I'll be back w avengence in March ;)
Movement: She packs a punch these days, I am in awe of her strength which she gains more of daily.
Food cravings: Candyyyy.
Happy or moody? Happy and soaking in these moments...time is flying!
Looking forward to: Little afternoon tea/luncheon in honor of baby M in Pittsburgh next wknd!
Gender: GIRL.
Total weight gain: 16lbs (ooo man, scale is creeping!)
Maternity clothes? Materinity leggings and all things tunic + large oversized shirts. And the striped dresses are still hanging in there;)
Stretch marks? I swear I saw a few in the yoga mirror this week during class but alas, thankfully, I have been spared so far.
Sleep: Glorious. Getting great at side sleeping.
Best moment this week: Visit with little miss Leighton (and Abs & Carbs.) If our daughter comes out as sweet as she, we will be so lucky!
Preggo symptoms? Still the achy left hip and feeling extremely parched at night if I dont guzzle more water than you'd ever imagine p possible.
Miss Anything? Starting to miss my my pre-preggo workout routine. Tabata, I'll be back w avengence in March ;)
Movement: She packs a punch these days, I am in awe of her strength which she gains more of daily.
Food cravings: Candyyyy.
Happy or moody? Happy and soaking in these moments...time is flying!
Looking forward to: Little afternoon tea/luncheon in honor of baby M in Pittsburgh next wknd!
Gender: GIRL.
How far along? 26 Weeks
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? Itching for fall's temps to live in my mat legggins, boots, tunics...
Stretch marks? Still none! Fingers crossed.
Sleep: Iffy. Baby girl really enjoys moving around when I'm on my side.
Best moment this week: Prenatal massage!
Preggo symptoms? Standing for too long makes my hip super achey, like a dull toothache that wont go away. Not too bad though, nothing that the foam core roller cant cure.
Miss Anything? We're back to missing wine...shocking.
Movement: All day long! It is just incredible. Love watching my belly move and wiggle:)
Food cravings: Raisins are this week's fav.
Happy or moody? Dont mess with the preggo girl, especially if you try to steal my cab. Moody in that moment but mostly happpppy :)
Looking forward to: Finishing the nursery by the end of the month. It's really coming along!
Gender: Girly girl.
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? Itching for fall's temps to live in my mat legggins, boots, tunics...
Stretch marks? Still none! Fingers crossed.
Sleep: Iffy. Baby girl really enjoys moving around when I'm on my side.
Best moment this week: Prenatal massage!
Preggo symptoms? Standing for too long makes my hip super achey, like a dull toothache that wont go away. Not too bad though, nothing that the foam core roller cant cure.
Miss Anything? We're back to missing wine...shocking.
Movement: All day long! It is just incredible. Love watching my belly move and wiggle:)
Food cravings: Raisins are this week's fav.
Happy or moody? Dont mess with the preggo girl, especially if you try to steal my cab. Moody in that moment but mostly happpppy :)
Looking forward to: Finishing the nursery by the end of the month. It's really coming along!
Gender: Girly girl.
***Well it was bound to happen, we missed a pic this Friday and it totally slipped my mind until today. And I totally took from wrong angle, pregnancy mush brain has entered I suppose...***
How far along? 25 Weeks
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? Leggings, long tank, rinse, repeat.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Pretty good!
Best moment this week: Watching my belly rock from her crazy acrobatics after an indulgent meal at the Palm in East Hampton...girlfriend likes her steak & keylime pie that's for sure;)
Preggo symptoms? Achy hip still. Took some days off and rested.
Miss Anything? Shopping for the fall...so many enticing JCrew pics...so not practical for the time being.
Movement: This gal is on the move! I've always felt her kicks below but just this past weekend started to feel her under my ribs. I think she's growing up a storm!
Food cravings: Coconut water mmmm.
Happy or moody? Loving this chunk of pregnancy. Not too big, definitive bump, baby girl's kicks getting stronger. Life. is. good.
Looking forward to: Babymoon in Miami!
Gender: A little lady pal
How far along? 25 Weeks
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? Leggings, long tank, rinse, repeat.
Stretch marks? Nope.
Sleep: Pretty good!
Best moment this week: Watching my belly rock from her crazy acrobatics after an indulgent meal at the Palm in East Hampton...girlfriend likes her steak & keylime pie that's for sure;)
Preggo symptoms? Achy hip still. Took some days off and rested.
Miss Anything? Shopping for the fall...so many enticing JCrew pics...so not practical for the time being.
Movement: This gal is on the move! I've always felt her kicks below but just this past weekend started to feel her under my ribs. I think she's growing up a storm!
Food cravings: Coconut water mmmm.
Happy or moody? Loving this chunk of pregnancy. Not too big, definitive bump, baby girl's kicks getting stronger. Life. is. good.
Looking forward to: Babymoon in Miami!
Gender: A little lady pal
How far along? 24 Weeks
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? I wore the cap in this photo for a reason as it really needs to be documented that this outfit (with minor swapouts for a longer gray maternity tank and leggings is really my uniform these days.
Stretch marks? None yet!
Sleep: Baby girl has made it known that she prefers me sleeping on my left side vs right. Jabs like crazy when I switch!
Best moment this week: Yoga high. Feeling her go crazy after a great class. I invision her being drunk on oxygen ;)
Preggo symptoms? Feeling my joints begin to ache a bit, especially my left hip which I had the surgery on last Feb. Oh yes, and peeing a teaspoon every 15 minutes.
Miss Anything? Pushing myself to the limit in spin/yoga. Knowing my limits are a must right now.
Movement: She goes through phases these days. 2 days of crazy commotion, 1 day of peace. I think she really does respond to music though!
Food cravings: Water. I cannot drink enough water.
Happy or moody? Can we just stay this same way and fast forward 3 months? Very happily content and looking preggo but not too big right now.
Looking forward to: Revealing the nursery in the next few weeks. It is coming together just as I had hoped :)
Gender: Perfect little gal!
Total weight gain: 13lbs
Maternity clothes? I wore the cap in this photo for a reason as it really needs to be documented that this outfit (with minor swapouts for a longer gray maternity tank and leggings is really my uniform these days.
Stretch marks? None yet!
Sleep: Baby girl has made it known that she prefers me sleeping on my left side vs right. Jabs like crazy when I switch!
Best moment this week: Yoga high. Feeling her go crazy after a great class. I invision her being drunk on oxygen ;)
Preggo symptoms? Feeling my joints begin to ache a bit, especially my left hip which I had the surgery on last Feb. Oh yes, and peeing a teaspoon every 15 minutes.
Miss Anything? Pushing myself to the limit in spin/yoga. Knowing my limits are a must right now.
Movement: She goes through phases these days. 2 days of crazy commotion, 1 day of peace. I think she really does respond to music though!
Food cravings: Water. I cannot drink enough water.
Happy or moody? Can we just stay this same way and fast forward 3 months? Very happily content and looking preggo but not too big right now.
Looking forward to: Revealing the nursery in the next few weeks. It is coming together just as I had hoped :)
Gender: Perfect little gal!
How far along? 23 Weeks
Total weight gain: 10 lbs+ ?? Doc's appt on Tuesday!
Maternity clothes? As per my cheap maternity finds post, I'm living in striped F21 dresses that I'm fine with only wearing for this preggo season since they are cheapy cheap! Scored 3 great maternity tops from Meredith, too!
Stretch marks? None yet! Belly Oil goddess.
Sleep: Starting to sleep pretty well, actually. Getting the right combo of pillows down to a science.
Best moment this week: Saturday's prenatal massage. Was the most divine 80min of indulgance.
Preggo symptoms? I feel like my nails are getting incredibly strong.
Miss Anything? Being able to stay out late. I get pretty pooped by 10pm.
Movement: It's amazing how crazy she moves around when I lie down. It feels like she is flipping over in summersaults x 3 each time I notice.
Food cravings: Sweets, naturally.
Happy or moody? Happy :)
Looking forward to: starting on the nursery! Inspiration board has been discovered, crib has been purchased. Time to piece it all together.
Gender: A little lady
Total weight gain: 10 lbs+ ?? Doc's appt on Tuesday!
Maternity clothes? As per my cheap maternity finds post, I'm living in striped F21 dresses that I'm fine with only wearing for this preggo season since they are cheapy cheap! Scored 3 great maternity tops from Meredith, too!
Stretch marks? None yet! Belly Oil goddess.
Sleep: Starting to sleep pretty well, actually. Getting the right combo of pillows down to a science.
Best moment this week: Saturday's prenatal massage. Was the most divine 80min of indulgance.
Preggo symptoms? I feel like my nails are getting incredibly strong.
Miss Anything? Being able to stay out late. I get pretty pooped by 10pm.
Movement: It's amazing how crazy she moves around when I lie down. It feels like she is flipping over in summersaults x 3 each time I notice.
Food cravings: Sweets, naturally.
Happy or moody? Happy :)
Looking forward to: starting on the nursery! Inspiration board has been discovered, crib has been purchased. Time to piece it all together.
Gender: A little lady
How far along? 22 Weeks
Total weight gain: 10 lbs+ ? Next weighin on 8/21.
Maternity clothes? Still wearing half pre preg clothes + maxi dresses, tanks and tees=maternity.
Stretch marks? None so far. Bio Oil and Weleda Stretch Oil are my go-tos.
Sleep: Some nights better than others. Missing stomach sleeping so much. I fidget a ton at night an find that I'm waking up more.
Best moment this week: Getting my hair done...mama's gotta be blonde!
Preggo symptoms? Congestion here and there.
Miss Anything? Not much this week!
Movement: Most comes at night when I lay down, definitely getting stronger kicks!
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy but feeling tired/exhausted in waves.
Looking forward to: off to the Hamptons/Amagansett for 4 days!
Gender: Sweet little baby girl.
Total weight gain: 10 lbs+ ? Next weighin on 8/21.
Maternity clothes? Still wearing half pre preg clothes + maxi dresses, tanks and tees=maternity.
Stretch marks? None so far. Bio Oil and Weleda Stretch Oil are my go-tos.
Sleep: Some nights better than others. Missing stomach sleeping so much. I fidget a ton at night an find that I'm waking up more.
Best moment this week: Getting my hair done...mama's gotta be blonde!
Preggo symptoms? Congestion here and there.
Miss Anything? Not much this week!
Movement: Most comes at night when I lay down, definitely getting stronger kicks!
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy but feeling tired/exhausted in waves.
Looking forward to: off to the Hamptons/Amagansett for 4 days!
Gender: Sweet little baby girl.
How far along? 21 Weeks
Total weight gain: 10 lbs.
Maternity clothes? Maxi dresses and JCrew (side zip) shorts zipped half way-haha! Long tanks with stretch.
Stretch marks? Nada. Belly oil after showering, religiously.
Sleep: This week marked the official change to side sleeping. Pillow between legs. A snoogle may be in the future...
Best moment this week: Feeling baby girl go crazy in my belly, flipping and flopping, after yoga.
Preggo symptoms? Bloody nose. So weird.
Miss Anything? Wine, unpasteurized green juices.
Movement: Starting to feel little bumps and kicks while sitting up. I think she's punching my bladder.
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy...good happy week.
Looking forward to: a weekend in Amagansett with good friends and a snuggle with baby girl's future boyfriend, Orri.
Gender: Sweet little baby girl.
Total weight gain: 10 lbs.
Maternity clothes? Maxi dresses and JCrew (side zip) shorts zipped half way-haha! Long tanks with stretch.
Stretch marks? Nada. Belly oil after showering, religiously.
Sleep: This week marked the official change to side sleeping. Pillow between legs. A snoogle may be in the future...
Best moment this week: Feeling baby girl go crazy in my belly, flipping and flopping, after yoga.
Preggo symptoms? Bloody nose. So weird.
Miss Anything? Wine, unpasteurized green juices.
Movement: Starting to feel little bumps and kicks while sitting up. I think she's punching my bladder.
Food cravings: Not much this week.
Happy or moody? Happy...good happy week.
Looking forward to: a weekend in Amagansett with good friends and a snuggle with baby girl's future boyfriend, Orri.
Gender: Sweet little baby girl.
20 Weeks: better photo/readable captions to come...just wanted to get this posted :)
*Update* Changing the format of these so I'm not overlaying on photos:
How far along? 20 Weeks
Total weight gain: 10 lbs.
Maternity clothes? J Brand Maternity jeans (but too hot to wear outside), mostly just Gap Pure Body Maternity tanks and stretchy non-mat dresses
Stretch marks? none yet!
Sleep: Pretty good. Need to get used to side sleeping. Not completely uncomfortable on my belly.
Best moment this week: spending Saturday with Lee and soaking in the fact that we are going to have a DAUGHTER :)
Miss Anything? wine. all the wine.
Movement: 10:30pm is her acrobatic hour! Mainly feel her when laying down, not when out and about all day long.
Food cravings: candy, sweets, etc. (I've always had a sweet tooth, so not sure this is a true "craving")
Happy or moody? Really emotional (I mean *really* emotional) for the first time this past week after finding out she's a baby girl. Reality really set in! Over the hump of the pregnancy week wise, all started to sink in rapidly for us.
Looking forward to: getting this apartment set up and done with + start on the nursery!
Anything making you queasy or sick: nope!
Gender: Girl
*Update* Changing the format of these so I'm not overlaying on photos:
How far along? 20 Weeks
Total weight gain: 10 lbs.
Maternity clothes? J Brand Maternity jeans (but too hot to wear outside), mostly just Gap Pure Body Maternity tanks and stretchy non-mat dresses
Stretch marks? none yet!
Sleep: Pretty good. Need to get used to side sleeping. Not completely uncomfortable on my belly.
Best moment this week: spending Saturday with Lee and soaking in the fact that we are going to have a DAUGHTER :)
Miss Anything? wine. all the wine.
Movement: 10:30pm is her acrobatic hour! Mainly feel her when laying down, not when out and about all day long.
Food cravings: candy, sweets, etc. (I've always had a sweet tooth, so not sure this is a true "craving")
Happy or moody? Really emotional (I mean *really* emotional) for the first time this past week after finding out she's a baby girl. Reality really set in! Over the hump of the pregnancy week wise, all started to sink in rapidly for us.
Looking forward to: getting this apartment set up and done with + start on the nursery!
Anything making you queasy or sick: nope!
Gender: Girl
19 Weeks: So this is what happens in a preg weekly pic when I eat a massive dinner before the photo op! Little room to decipher where the bump stops and my stomach (now pushed up into my upper abs) begins. To me, it feels like you are growing each day and I'm so giddy to see your sweet face on the ultrasound on Monday! Stomach sleeping has become a bit uncomfortable this week so we're going to have to get some pillows and embrace the sleeping on my side position soon. I actually feel you move around when I attempt to fall asleep on my tummy...you're probably thinking "um, really Mom, you're going to squish me in here even more?" I feel guilty so I switch to my side;) By Monday, we'll officially know if you're a little boy or little girl Markle and that makes us so very happy. We've started to wonder beyond your physical traits these days and think about what kind of person you will become. Will you be a social butterfly like your Mama? ...a self-proclaimed old soul like your Dad?...or maybe you'll be a bit shy? Whatever you become, we simply want you to be YOU and grow and develop into whomever you are meant to be :)
18 Weeks: So there's a direct relation with how much I eat before I take these pictures, feeling less bloated this week and more baby but the pic would suggest otherwise. I experienced my first deblitating headache this past Friday. I hesitated for hours but gave into Tylenol as Rx'd by my doctor which is safe to take. It seems like a full time job monitoring how much water I intake, getting enough protein, limiting certain fish, etc. I'm officially only wearing certain segments of my wardrobe and really simply prefer maxi dresses and or maternity tanks and shorts this summer. I can't believe we'll be decorating our Christmas tree before this little one arrives!
17 Weeks: What a week! I *definitely* feel like I popped this week and based on how I dress I'm having random people as how far along I am. It was so special to have the family see me mid-pregnancy and see how I'm progressing and talk all about down the road. Crazy how next summer's Camp Kernion vacay there will be a 6mo old on the trip! If I could continue feeling this well the rest of the pregnancy, I'd sign up yesterday:) Some foods have started to taste differently to me (vegetables) but nothing too strong to make undesirable. Things that were not undesirable: European chocolate. Good lord, those people across the pond know what they are doing. And I indulged like crazy!
16 Weeks: New home on the UWS side and settling in nicely after some pre-move drama. The process of moving really exhausted me but probably would have been the case, preggo or not. Mid slumber bathroom breaks have become a standard these days and while I love to drink loads of water all day, it's uncomfortable when using the restroom every 30min. So far, up 7lbs from pre-baby weight with the goal of gaining no more than 30 total. One can hope, right? :) At my 16 week appt on Wednesday, the baby's heartrate was right at 140 bpm, smack dab in the middle of the range. Only a few more weeks til we find out boy or girl! Ps: I think I felt a teeny tiny movement today when lying dow
15 Weeks: I feel like week 14 and 15 should flip flop. I've felt GREAT this week feeling less big and bloated but when you compare these pics, it would seem otherwise. The glorious 2nd trimester is all it is cracked up to be...refound energy, good sleep, hungry appetite. I've been back to spinning class and notice that it's a bit more uncomfortable in terms of the up/down motion so I'm taking it easy but enjoying the pre-baby routine of it. In just a few days, this little nugget will have his/her first home. Lee and I toured the new empty apartment and just cant wait til the movers come Monday. The space is just perfect for us and I can't wait to add all my little martha stewart touches. Nothing really new to report on the baby end...just enjoying the day to day and so happy to be feeling so good:)
14 Weeks: Sometime half way through this week, the awkward non-bump bloat became really uncomfortable. I anticipated this phase to be this strange but feeling like I want to unzip from my body for a bit! Swimming on Friday felt amazing...a weightless workout! I can see this form of exercise/quiet time become a big part of this pregnancy journey.