After a far-too-long hiatus due to moving, chaos, and technical difficulties, I am glad to say that I am finally back and have no intentions of ever abandoning this blog again, although the content will be a little different. I hope you'll forgive my absence and stay tuned, because things are about to get a lot more interesting. ;-)
I'm having a baby at the end of the month! A boy, specifically. and although my current situation is less than ideal, I could not be any more excited. Since I've not posted the typical (or any) pregnancy posts until now and it's nearly over, here's a little briefer to catch up those interested.
Weight Gain: So far I've gained 15lbs, but some days it feels more like 30. I was slow to gain un but due to eating much and often for the last two weeks per the Dr's request, I'm starting to catch up. I never thought a Dr. would encourage me to gain weight, but I'm thoroughly enjoying having permission and encouragement to indulge in Peppermint Shakes.
Style: I don't have many baby bump pictures, but I have been pleasantly surprised at the number of fashion choices for pregnant women these days. My advice for pregnant women on the hunt for great maternity wear: Shop consignment! Shops like Motherhood can be expensive and since women can only wear maternity clothes for a few months there are a lot of great pieces out there in excellent condition. The two shirts I love and wear the most came from All Things Maternity, and my favorite maternity jeans were $8 at a regular consignment shop. Also: maternity stores will try to sell you belly bands, but don't buy into it. They can be pricey and it's super easy to make your own belly bands at home. I bought a cute tank top in XS on clearance for $2 and cut off the top for my own band and it works perfectly.
Shopping: JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS IS THE GREATEST THING EVER. I repeat: JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS IS THE GREATEST THING EVER. Well, for a new mom, at least.
Not only do the sales have a great selection of baby clothes in all sizes and styles, but they have excellent baby gear and an amazing Maternity selection. I've been to two of the sales so far and at the second I got probably $200 worth of stuff for $30, including a $5 Boppy nursing pillow and a $2.50 Bright Starts playmat. My trick is to go on one of the days when they have items discounted. Usually Saturdays are 25% off and Sundays are 50% off. If you're in the Tulsa area the Holiday Sale is coming up this weekend. You can bet that I'll be there.
Cravings: In the beginning it was Mexican food and anything salty with a major aversion to sweets and especially chocolate. In the last month or so the tides have changed and now my cravings lean more towards Peppermint Shakes from Braum's and Fruity Pebbles. No, I'm not vegan now- shame me if you want. But I plan on going back to near or total veganism after baby E. is born.
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