What I Wore // Christmas Eve

Top: Sears Maternity; Pants: Cotton On (Non Maternity); B-band from Target

I've been having a very hard time being comfortable. Waddling around with a big ole stomach in my way had been more than discomforting at this point, but I am trying as hard as I can to enjoy it. Being 35 weeks plus and my little man is starting to drop, slowly but surely. I've also been having at least 2 or 3 contractions an hour and they've been pretty consistent, so I've been trying my hardest to just relax and enjoy my stomach while I can.

I've also been battling a pretty intense cold, so I'm hoping that that will go away soon. 

All in all, I am ready for my little man to be here, once he bakes a few more weeks. I can't wait to share about his arrival and my struggle through the beginning of motherhood (:

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

26 Weeks // It's Been a While

It's been a while since I've updated about my pregnancy on here and I am now 26 weeks! I've been a bit busy and haven't been able to take pictures or document any kind of outfit that I have chosen to wear (that I actually like), which I am kind of bummed about, but I plan to do better the rest of my pregnancy. 

 It's been a bit harder for me lately to feel comfortable laying down, bending over, in clothes, out of clothes, sitting down, standing up. You know, the whole nine yards. But, I am embracing it as much as I can. I'm taking advantage of Cody helping me up and having him do things for me, it is quite nice. 

This past week, I had a bit of a scare and ended up going to the hospital. I had originally gone in to the doctor because I haven't felt Alexander move for quite a while (way longer than the recommended time). So, I got checked out and he was fine, but they tested me to see if my water had broke and all the tests that they did at the office were inconclusive and I had to go to the hospital. Once there, I got all hooked up and it was the neatest thing. I could see my Braxton Hicks contractions and I could monitor his heart rate, which was amazingly reassuring. The test came back negative, which was a relief. But, I was glad I did get checked as a just in case. Oh, and once I got home, he was kicking up a storm, as usual. 

It's hard to remember that pregnancy is beautiful and that I am beautiful. No matter my stretch marks, weight gain, cellulite and weird bouts of pregnancy stuff. Ladies, we are strong and beautiful for what our bodies go through. Men, thank you for being there when we need help getting up and all our weird cravings in the middle of the night. 

I love my man for all that he has given me support wise. Last night we enthused ourselves by going out to Biktoberfest, which is HUGE in Daytona. So, we headed out to the Boardwalk/Main Street area and walked around for a few hours. It was nice, only in the aspect of I walked for at least 2 miles and stood and got my exercise. Bikers are obnoxious and definitely have a good time with what they do, but for me, it is a little crazy.

Here is a picture of our lovely kitty, Cat or Jazz or whatever we feel like calling him at the moment. He likes it when I take pictures of him and belly rubs. 

Have a fantastic weekend!

19 Weeks

Happy 19 weeks in momma's belly little man! I can definitely tell that you have had a bit of a growth spurt this past week and I'm starting to feel you tickle me when I am laying down. It feels oh so wonderful and I will start laughing because you are tickling me so much. Your dad is looking forward to your arrival and can't wait to play with you (video games, soccer and so many other things). We are anxiously awaiting your timely arrival sweet dear.

Ok, so now that I have been sentimental to my little man, I must talk about this dress. A+ in comfort and stomach compatability and lightness in fabric. Thank you so much H&M for having the perfect maternity section for a 20 year old wanting to stick with being fashionable. I was in awwww while I was there. Skinny Jeans, cute dresses, shirts and affordability. Isn't that the most important part?

I'm enjoying pregnancy very much. I've had it easy (knock on wood) and have only had a few persisting symptoms. Peeing every five minutes (which is nuts for the second trimester but he is sitting sooo low), and fatigue (I'm in bed by 10 p.m. which is early for our family). So, over all I am extremely happy. I have been doing prenatal yoga twice a day and I am looking forward to this Florida weather cooling down so I can walk more outside. 

Of course I had to share a picture of our cute little kitty man. He follows me around everywhere and loves to cuddle with my tummy. 

I'm very excited for our future. 

Our Little Announcement!

We are having a BABY! 

A tiny little bundle of joy, and we couldn't be happier!

I am due in January and I am in the 12th week. I have been very fortunate in the first trimester: no vomiting or nausea, just being extremely tired and extreme headaches. And I am grateful for those things. 

I don't have any belly photos as of right now, but in the next week or so, I will post some (I have finally "popped"). I still have to decide to do weekly or just monthly updates, it depends. But, we are overly excited!

Also, I'm taking a poll of what people thing the gender is going to be, leave it in the comments and I'll definitely include your vote!