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4 Tips to Survive the 1st Trimester and Stay Active!

August 3, 2018

Hey hey everyone..

Happy August! I feel like stores every year push the "back to school" thing earlier and earlier and this year is no exception!! I'm super excited for August, another month of outdoor time with the family, and we have a vacation planned at the end of the month in Hawaii with all of my in-laws. We are SO so excited to really "getaway" and meet up with everyone. Anyone who has family that lives overseas knows the struggle and we are so looking forward to spending some time together in such a beautiful place! And yes, the boys are coming with us so I will be sure to keep you posted on how that travel goes Ha #RIPtous on that long flight. 

As I mentioned in my last post, the first trimester is finally over with and I've had a great first couple weeks of the second trimester! I've managed to stay active, and have more energy for sure! Unfortunately I have come down with a cold the last week so that's been a bit of a buzz kill. I swear that I can't have a pregnancy without getting sick at least once lol. The. WORST. 

Other than the breaking news that we are having another BOY (LOL!!), all my scans have come back great so far (which is amazing considering last pregnancy..what an emotional rollercoaster!) which is more important than anything else. 

Bumpdate

I won't bore you guys with the weekly "bumpdate" questions that sometimes you see, but I will give you the basics. I'm definitely closing in on maternity clothes (I'll be sharing my faves with all of you). Right now I can still fit into some of my "looser" clothes and shorts/pants that I bought during my "nursing and still losing weight phase" lol. Weight wise I've gained the same as the last two- I'm right around 10 or 11 lbs. I know to some people that might seem like a lot for 15 weeks but thats just how my body rolls! Cravings wise I always crave bad foods regardless of pregnancy haha. But some things I have been randomly loving more than usual are chicken sausage for breakfast, omelettes with tomatoes and cheese, parmesan cheese on pasta (I've definitely had more pasta than I normally do!), and I want cereal in the WORST way guys. I've only allowed myself to buy it once or twice because honestly I finish the whole dang box in about 2 days so...yeah those carbs are going straight to my thighs, not my baby!! 

Pregnant and working out

When I first got pregnant with my first I was so curious as to how other people felt working out: did they feel good? uncomfortable? Did their times/weights drop? Were they out out breath? I was coming off being a pro athlete and everything in my life was based around my workouts up until that point. Clearly...that all changed getting pregnant ha but I still wanted to stay active because it was such a big part of my life.

Basically, I wanted to know: Did they feel as bad as I did? Because I felt like total shit sometimes. Granted, that wasn't every day, but the bad days were tough. 

All of this was unchartered waters for me, so It was so reassuring to me to read articles where Olympians were being interviewed that they struggled at times with their mileage, times, and some didn't even run through their whole pregnancy. They had good days, and bad days...but staying active was so worth it was the overlying message!

I'll be sharing my workouts throughout my pregnancy (and hopefully some video as I continue on throughout the pregnancy) for those that are interested/curious and hopefully this helps someone who could be struggling with their workouts while pregnant! Remember, one day at a time and listen to your body! 

A lot of people are amazed at times how active I'm able to stay during pregnancy, and the first trimester is no exception! So many hormones and the fatigue is so fricking real.

I wanted to share some tips that helped me through my 3 pregnancies first trimesters in staying active!

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4 tips to staying active and surviving!

1. Go to bed early: I would have to say this is my number 1 tip. Honestly, DVR the TV shows and catch them another time. Your body will thank you for it. I am always so tired by the end of the day and going to bed early always helped me be super productive a majority of the following day! I also have 2 boys that are early risers (like, 6 am wake up) so I *have* to bed in bed early!

2. Drink tons of water: I know this might seem super obvious, but a lot of times when I felt slightly nauseous or sick, water , fresh air and a little movement always helped me. Being on the go makes it hard to hydrate sometimes so remind yourself! Make sure you are drinking tons of water to help hydrate yourself! Lack of water can cause so many things including headaches and fatigue..

3. Stay the course: Try to stay as disciplined as you can with working out. I know its tough, especially when you don't feel good, but honestly getting moving is the BEST medicine. Sometimes it was like pulling teeth getting myself downstairs in my gym, or on a run, or having the discipline to workout at the fitness gym I go to, but I ALWAYS felt better after. You better bet I was taking longer rest breaks, lifting a lot less/running a lot slower, but I WAS THERE. Moving. Sweating. Endorphins. All the good stuff. And if you can't get yourself to do the "hard things", just walk. I walked soooo much this first trimester. 

4. Listen to your body: Nobody knows your body like you. I know myself and when I really need a "rest day" and when I'm just being lazy! If you need the rest, take it! But listen to you heart- it will tell you what you really "need." Take that nap or rest day if your body is asking for it! Being honest with yourself is so important to living a healthy and active lifestyle whether you are pregnant or not. 

I was actually about 9 weeks pregnant in these photos!

I was actually about 9 weeks pregnant in these photos!

First trimester Workouts:

Week 8: No weight gain, horribly tired. 

Sun: 3 miles: 7:58, 7:36, 7:20- felt awesome! Monday: Lower Lift. Tuesday: Off. Wednesday: Upper and HIIT with sled. Thursday: Home workout. Friday: Lower Lift. Saturday: off

Week 9: 1 pound weight gain, feeling more bloated. Tired AFFFFF!!!!!

Sunday: Run @ soccer tournmaent I coached- 7:55, 8:26, 8:10 (was literally 90 degrees...so hot!). Monday: LOwer Lift. Tuesday 2.75 miles 8:18, 8:28. Wednesday: Sled HIIT and upper lift. Thursday: Lower Lift. Friday: off. Saturday 3 miles with stroller: 8:40, 8:03, 8:00. 

Week 10: +2 pound weight gain. Starting to show a little especially at night! 

Sunday: home workout. Monday: lower Lift. Tuesday: off. Wednesday: 3 mile run, very very slow. Thursday: Upper lift and sleds. Friday: lower lift. Saturday 5 400's with strength in between: squats, pushups, lunges)

Week 11: +3 pounds 

Sunday: home lift, Monday: off (glute was bothering me). Tuesday 2 mile run. Wednesday: Home lift. Thursday: 3 miles- 8:08, 7:53, 7:50, Saturday: Off. 

Week 12: +3 lbs

Sunday: 3.25 miles, 8:19, 8:04, 8:29. Monday: Lower Lift. Tuesday: 1 800, 2 400s, 4 200s, 6 100s @ track. Wednesday: soccer workout. Thursday: Upper lift and HIIT sleds. Friday: Lower Lift and soccer workout. Saturday off. 

Week 13: +5 lbs 

Sunday: home workout. Monday: lower lift. Tuesday: 3 miles: 8:17, 8:13, 8:37 (died at end!). Wednesday off. Thursday Upper Lift and HIIT sleds. Friday: lower Lift. Saturday 3 miles 8:20, 7:48, 7:49

Week 14: +7 lbs

Sunday: off. Monday: 4 800s, 400 m job inbetween. Tuesday Home lift. Wednesday Lower Lift. Thursday Soccer workout. Friday: upper and HIIT workout. Saturday: off. 

Have a great weekend loves!

xo

Alex

 

 

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I guess 3 was meant to be....{{Pregnancy thoughts}}

July 24, 2018

Wow. What a crazy couple of months. I feel like I was getting into a great rhythm in LIFE..work, working out, family time, independence...also with my blog posts, and managing everything...and then BAM. Surprise! Baby #3 on the way, and RIP to me getting anything. done. ever. Ha. 

I guess thats the way life is sometimes, once you get the hang of something, it changes. 

I've always been really upfront and transparent as a person, and thats carried over onto this blog. We are super excited to add to our family, but it was definitely unexpected. I had so many mixed emotions finding out, the first being a little bit of shock. A little  bit of...I'm not sure if I can do this again. A little bit of I just started to get a little more independence...and SLEEP.

But you can be sure there was a lot of excitement in my heart wondering if it was a girl or boy, and knowing this baby would fully complete our family. 

I think deep down I knew I wanted to have one more child, I was just wrapping my head around actually doing it ALL over again. After all, I just stopped breastfeeding Seb in March.

Let's just put it this way: Since September of 2013, I've been breastfeeding or pregnant for all but 6 of those months. You guys...that is FIVE freaking years. I really wanted to enjoy the summer and just be me. Not breastfeeding. Not pregnant. Just me.

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Thinking about a pregnancy, weight gain, and the stress/anxiety of expecting a baby and hoping everything goes smoothly...., and then when the baby actually arrives the sleepless nights, breastfeeding/pumping, and just adjusting to a completely different family dynamic. I just coulden't wrap my head around it. 

Family of 4 was just so easy in my mind- we were pretty much through the tough part. Seb is 2 in October, starting preschool. Max is super independent. Traveling gets easier every time, and when my husband is home we are man for man. I feel like we can give them enough attention. I enjoy the one on one time I have with each of them. And most importantly, we have two HEALTHY, beautiful, happy boys that I almost feel greedy wanting more.

But there was always a longing feeling inside of me feeling so heartbroken to not snuggle another baby, breastfeed again, and completely watch another human being change our lives and hearts.  You never hear people regret having their last child. You always hear people say "I wish I would have had more kids."

So, here we are. 14 weeks pregnant this week!

Real Talk: Let's talk 1st trimester, because it is OVER. Thank you Lord! I found out around 6 weeks, and within a week I felt like I had contracted the boubonic plague. Having 2 littles and one on the way in the first trimester was ROUGH, y'all. I can't even explain the fatigue. My nutrition was absolute shit. I had no energy, and tbh you're supposed to limit caffeine? Well caffeine did not do a thing for me those first 6-8 weeks. I needed some sort of AED to give me life!!

I had the worst food aversions. Basically everything that I would normally eat (read: clean) was not going to happen. I've eaten far too many pieces of grilled cheese, macaroni and cheese, and pizza the last month or so than I would care to share. I tried to eat the best I could (I'm prob not giving myself enough credit..but guys..the struggle was so so real) and I guess I've done a decent job? because I'm only up 5 or 6 lbs at almost 14 weeks. This is a little less than pregnancy #1 and #2 {{probs bc I never. ever. sit. down. with 2 toddlers lol}}. 

Other than the lack of energy and nausea here and there, I've felt good and have been really active. The great weather has certainly helped keep me active, and even when I was struggling for energy, I knew a workout would never make me feel worse ((it usually gives me more energy)) so I think being consistent with my daily activity (steps, walking) and workouts has really helped me. 

I'm feeling SO much better now, and excited to share my last pregnancy journey with you all!(yes, this will be our last :P) 

Thank you ALL for your sweet messages and love over the last week or so! We are so blessed to have baby 3 on the way and all of you in our lives!

xo

Alex

 

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Left, My beloved aqua jogger that has kept me moving throughout the pregnancy...and to the right my latest BUMP shot at 36 weeks! yikes! 

Left, My beloved aqua jogger that has kept me moving throughout the pregnancy...and to the right my latest BUMP shot at 36 weeks! yikes! 

36 weeks..

September 17, 2016

Happy Saturday everyone...!! 

Oh boy..36 week update. So much to do, so little time..! The last 4 weeks have really been a whirlwind trying to get the house, nursery, work, and let's be honest..MYSELF ready. Ha! 

Here's a few updates:

Safety first: 

I swear that we are cursed when it comes to vacations! We were supposed to head to Florida at the end of July/early August and literally the day or two before we were set to leave news came out of Florida that local ZIKA transmissions had been found in Miami dating back all the way to June. For us, there was no risking heading down there. How did they know that it hadn't moved up the coast? Big gamble. Unfortunately, as you can imagine, flights were crazy expensive to change the trip to go anywhere else, so we ended up driving up to Toronto for a few days and had some down time up there. It was a nice time, but it was no Florida! 

Labor/Delivery Decisions:

After my 32/33 week appointment and speaking with the Dr., doing some thinking, research, and also speaking with my doula from my first pregnancy I've decided to do a scheduled C-section. The closer I have gotten to the end of this pregnancy the more I started to get cold feet about a VBAC. I know that there are so many successful VBACs out there but a number of things concerned me: the time between births (only 2 years, higher risk), my failure to dilate after 20 hours last pregnancy, and issues I've already had with my incision with my last pregnancy. Of course all of this plays into my thought process in the risk of a uterine rupture where the baby could potentially die or have serious birth defects. I would love more than anything to give birth vaginally or naturally but sometimes life just doesn't work that way. I'm definitely not looking forward to the recovery or the surgery but I just have to remind myself its just temporary. At the end of the day I would never forgive myself if something ended up happening to my little man {{even if the chances are small}}. I'm scheduling in for the first week of October so a little bit less than 3 weeks to go!! 

Nursery:

FINALLY the closet and the room are DONE. Let me tell you how horrible the closet was before we gutted it. I guess for those of you that know old houses or have old houses can relate!! Crib, mattress, Bookshelf, changing table/dresser, and night stand are all in. I went with white from Pottery Barn while they had their "Friends and Family" promotion in July so that was bomb...saved over $700. I also ordered the rocking chair during friends and family and that will be delivered this upcoming week. I'm really excited to share the nursery with you guys in the next week or two! It's really starting to come together. I feel like everything else I have already with regard to baby gear- car seats, rock and play, bassinete, and the LIFE SAVING swing that Max used for a whole year we already have. Once the rocker comes I'll feel a lot better about where I'm at. I've organized all of Max's old clothes. Unfortunately the seasons will be a little bit off (June vs October) but I'm sure I'll be able to use some of the same onesies and just have stocked up on more pants/long sleeves for Baby 2. 

Workouts:

Still hitting the streets 2-3 times a week with running. Some days are better than others and some days I get out there and have to try again later in the day or the next day due to pelvic pressure or pressure on the bladder {{the worst}}! Definitely slowed down substantially over the last 4 weeks but the most important thing is I'm moving, sweating, and have more energy after I work out afterwards!. Swimming was so nice through the month of August {{the hottest month ever recorded ..smh}} so I definitely took advantage of it! I'm still aqua jogging 2-3 times a week on my off days and I like that because it adds a little resistance into my workouts. I've all but given up on my strength training and lifting once I hit 31 or 32 weeks (see below for workout log). I honestly just feel so much pressure in different movements that I've really just stuck with the cardio. Also...I have sooo much less time now that I have Max. I feel like first pregnancy was sooo much easier to fit in a light lift because you have all the time in the world. Now, I have to pick and choose and due to the discomfort I've stuck with the swimming and slow running :) I've also been doing quite a bit of coaching and of course walking with Max so that keeps my step count close to 15,000/day, even at almost 37 weeks pregnant. 

Hospital Bag:

..Is still not packed. Oops. I'll get on that this weekend! When I do finish it, I'll be sure to list out my essentials from my experience the first time for any of you mommas that need guidance. 

Super Fun stock up time: I have had some fun stocking up some cute baby clothes, but now that its almost "time" I've had to face the music so to say and stock up on some really fun stuff...such as : maxi pads for the never ending period, a new belly bandit (I used it with Max and totally think it helped compress my stomach), nursing pads, and some new pumping parts. Not exactly the packages you are excited to receive in the mall but hey, they're necessities! 

THIS SUMMER.... has been absolutely brutal. Who's with me on this? I mean honestly I coulden't have picked a worse summer to be pregnant. From being drenched with sweat just taking Max for a walk, to completely zapping my energy coaching, its been tough. Add in swollen legs and ankles and no central air and you have an unhappy momma! So, so happy the nights are getting cooler and its making being active a little bit easier! 

 

The lowdown for weeks 30-36: 

How have you been feeling? Uncomfortable, tired, massive. Haha. It's about that time where you're just getting to that "done" stage! 
Do you have morning sickness? No
Do you have any cravings? I actually feel like I'v eaten less this pregnancy than with Max. I swear I'm not as hungry (could've been the heat as well!) Add in the heartburn too...yikes.
Do you have any food aversions? Nope
Weight gain so far? At the end of  36 weeks I'm up 36 pounds. With Max I gained around 36-38 so looks like I'll be in and around the same! Sometimes it worries me when I hear about others that only gain 20-25 but I just need to remember everything is temporary and its all about the growing little bub in there! Everyone is different, and start out at different body fat levels. #YOUvsYOU, amirite? 

Any mood swings? No
Sleep: Is definitely a struggle. I'm up 3-5 times a night to go to the bathroom and nights are tough. I feel like I can't even relax on the couch after dinner because I have restless legs. Thankfully I haven't had many nights in the last week or two where I've been up for an hour or two at a time. I've added extra pillows to my huge pregnancy pillow and that has definitely helped! I went through a rough patch as this guy has been growing!!
Stretch marks: I got a few small ones around my belly button with M's pregnancy ...this time I definitely have gotten more {sad face}. The last 3 weeks he's grown so much and I'm trying to do my best with the creams, eating right and staying active but I think his growth rate is just killing my skin right now. All of them seem to be around the belly button so hoping they fade and aren't too noticeable. 
Clothing: I just don't even want to wear anything anymore! ha! Right now wardrobe is about 3-4 maternity tops that still fit and most of my leggings aren't even comfortable anymore. I have capris from Nike that are fold over at the waist and cotton- super comfy so living in those!! My birkenstocks have been a life saver...shoes/sneakers are just not happening right now. 
Rings: ON...suprisingly. I know I'm swollen but I do see pics from my first pregnancy and feel I'm a little less swollen...I can actually get my rings on and off! Hard to believe. 
Movement: Tons of movement!  
Boy or girl: Its a boy!
Things I miss: Oh god. Where to start...for starters being able to relax at night. The restless legs is horrible..and I miss my daily Advocare spark more than ever now that I'm getting more tired {{I do try and stay away from the caffeine while preggo}}. and clothing! My gosh, none of my maternity stuff even fits. Yikes. I just keep telling myself I am almost there. 
 

Week 30: 
 

Monday: 3 miles, 8:46, 8:49, 9:12
Tuesday: 40 min swim
Wednesday: Stroller run: 10:19, 10:13, 10:16--> was soooo hot! 88 degrees.
Thurs-Saturday Off-travelled to Toronto
Sunday: 3 mile run, 9:14, 9:24, 10:12. Had to slow up at the end. 

Week 31: 

Monday: 40 min swim
Tuesday: 8:50 splits- 3 miles
Wednesday: Stroller run with Max, so hot AGAIN. 10:01, 10:24. 2 miles.
Thursday: lower lift
Friday/Saturday: Off
Sunday: 3 miles in Central Park: 

Week 32:

Monday: 2 miles after no sleep- 9:40, 10:11 on gravel surface
Tuesday: 40 min swim
Wednesday: 20 minute run, lower lift
Thursday: off
Friday: 45 min swim
Sat: off
Sunday: Stroller run with Max- was very cool and felt amazing!! 9:47, 9:44, 9:57!! wow! 

Week 33:

Monday: 40 min swim
Tuesday: Trail run-- slow 2.42 miles. 10:45, 10:25, 10:28
Wednesday: off
Thursday: 2 mile run stroller--hot and slow! 10:29, 10:50
Friday/Saturday off
Sunday: Ran 2.62 miles.  9:23, 9:37, 10:15 splits

Week 34:

Monday: 40 min swim
Tuesday: off
Wednesday: 40 min swim
Thursday: off
Friday: 2 mile run- no time listed
Saturday: 2 miles: 10:09, 10:39
Sunday: off

Week 35: 

Monday: 3 miles, 10:13, 10:24, 10:23
Tuesday: off
Wednesday: 40 min swim
Thursday: 40 min swim
Friday: 3 miles, negative splits. 10:56, 11:01, 10:31. Felt horrible to start, but ended well :) 
Sat/Sun off

Until next time...xoxox

 

Alex


 

 

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Week 18 in my first pregnancy (right side) vs week 18 in second pregnancy. I know the distance from camera is different and clothing as well which can affect perceptions, but interesting to see how much bigger my stomach is the second time arou…

Week 18 in my first pregnancy (right side) vs week 18 in second pregnancy. I know the distance from camera is different and clothing as well which can affect perceptions, but interesting to see how much bigger my stomach is the second time around with the SAME amount of weight gain! 

Weeks 17 & 18 Pregnancy Update: Nutrition & Workouts

May 14, 2016

Well, the last 2 weeks have been pretty uneventful {thank god} considering the the month of March we had. Because they wanted to monitor the baby regarding the gastroschisis concerns I ended up getting my scan at 16 weeks, a little bit early. They still wanted to see me at 18 weeks because they could not fully see everything then that they needed to so I went yesterday morning for full check up and everything looked great {so blessed}. Baby boy is clocking in just under 9 oz and growing. 

So, other than my increasing size...not much else has been happening! I mean let's talk about the flashback/comparison photo {see above}. Baby 1 vs Baby 2. My weight gain was EXACTLY the same with my first as this pregnancy and look at the size difference! Crazy how your body "remembers" and just goes with it the second time. 

Baby gear wise we are looking good. Max has tons of clothes and we saved everything. For anyone that knows me I love clothes whether kids are boys or girls...so this little guy is going to be styling with some hand me downs {and some new stuff...he he}. We picked up a crib at pottery barn on sale ..and by on sale I mean we are talking 1/2 price! I went with a white one and am thinking I'll probably go with a blue for the nursery. M has a green room with jungle theme so we will see what theme we pick for this little guy. 

Exercise wise I actually have had a great two weeks. Now that I feel reassured that the baby is growing and doing well, I feel so much more comfortable. When I was pregnant with M I really struggled with tight calves and would have to stop and stretch only a 1/2 mile into my runs. Feeling pretty good up until this point and even rocked out some 7:45 splits on my runs the past two weeks. For anyone thats a pregnant runner, you take those days and cherish them. I'm still training on the ball a couple of times a week, although I definitely taper back the intensity-sit out some reps--otherwise I would sound like I needed an oxygen tank. ha! Lifting wise I've been consistent with the 2-3 times a week and I'm pretty happy with that. I've stopped doing any plyos or jumping. I did jump until about 30 weeks with M but I was A LOT smaller the first time around so it was easier. I also wanted to be prepared to jump back into training as fast as possible (if I wanted to) and that is obviously not the case this time around!

Nutrition wise I would say I'm holding steady. I definitely am throwing back more carbs than normal but I've been keeping the sweets to a minimum ...as best as I can anyway! Typical day is usually for breakfast PB28 bread w/ PB of course or oatmeal with  scrambled eggs. Lunch is salad with marinated chicken and dinner always varies. Trying to be disciplined and holding out a little longer for a splurge meal of pizza. I think this week might be the week! Snacks I always have siggis or chobani yogurt. I rotate between plain and flavored. Normally flavored is off limits but..well...pregnancy. Anyway I have a ton of nuts, bars, and am eating a lot of berries and green apples as other snack examples.

Swimming will start to become a savior for me over the latter part of the second trimester and as temperatures increase and I get bigger. I know I'm able to keep some extra water retention to a minimum by getting in the water 2-3 times a week. I'll be doing a post on the benefits of water exercise- pregnant or not--so stay tuned! 

Here's the last two weeks of my workouts and weeklys :

17 weeks: 

How have you been feeling? Great. Very tired by the end of the day though. 9 pm is like ...11 pm. 
Do you have morning sickness? No
Do you have any cravings? None other than what I would NORMALLY have haha. Pizza anyone?
Do you have any food aversions? No new ones
Weight gain so far? Up 12 pounds
Any mood swings? Other than being grumpy when tired..no
Sleep: Has been good this week
Stretch marks: no
Clothing: Is so limiting. Just ordered a bunch of basics from gap maternity and grabbed a pair of Target workout maternity capris that I wear for coaching. They are decent and were only $30. the challenge I'm finding is the timing difference between when I was pregnant with M--total opposite seasons. :( 
Rings: ON
Movement: none yet
Starting to show? Totally
Boy or girl:Its a boy!
 

Sunday: Off
Monday:3 miles. No time listed. I think it was around 8:30 splits
Tuesday: Morning run: 7:44, 7:56, 8:10. FELT AWESOME...last mile was tough due to the hill and I can't push myself up that but will hold that run dear to my heart. haha. It may be the last one for awhile. In the afternoon I hit up the gym for a lower lift. 
Wednesday: Off
Thursday: Soccer workout 50 mins, and one mile at 7:45
Friday: 45 min aqua jog in water
Saturday: 6 400's at the track in some great weather! 94, 93, 95, 95, 97, 96 with 2:30 min recovery

18 weeks: 

How have you been feeling? Pretty tiring week but its been a good one. Happy to be home last night before 7 pm! 
Do you have morning sickness? No
Do you have any cravings? Nope
Do you have any food aversions? Not any more than the ones listed
Weight gain so far? +15 pounds {I think half of that is in my chest the last 3 weeks}

Any mood swings? No
Sleep: 2 nights of horrible sleep the last week. I need to wash the cover of my pregnancy pillow this weekend. I've had a couple nights on the couch this week. 
Stretch marks: no
Clothing: We had a random day of 80 degrees and I realized I have no shorts. I will clearly try to avoid wearing them at all costs but I do need to look into one pair of maternity shorts in emergency situations when dresses/leggings/jeans are not an option. Ha. 
Rings: ON
Movement: none yet-they said I have an anterior placenta so might be awhile til I feel this guy using me a punching bag..or soccer ball! 
Starting to show? Yes..this belly button is so visible in clothing as well. Sigh. 
Boy or girl: Its a boy!
Random thought of the week: thinking about the things I miss...like runny poached eggs, spark on a consistent basis {hello, caffeine}, maybe a glass of wine, sleeping on my stomach, clothes that fit, and oh not having cellulite! 

Sunday: off
Monday: 40 min swim
Tuesday: 3 miles 8:10, 8:06, 8:14
Wednesday: Lower Lift
Thursday: Soccer workout: 45 mins, upper lift
Friday: Soccer workout, 50 mins
Saturday: lower lift

Until next time..

XO

Alex 

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    • Nov 24, 2023 2023 BLACK FRIDAY/ CYBER WEEKEND COMPLETE SALE LIST & TOP ITEMS ON SALE Nov 24, 2023
    • Jul 24, 2023 AMAZON DRESS: IG REELS 7/24/23 Jul 24, 2023
    • Jul 16, 2023 AMAZON SET: IG REELS 7/16/23 Jul 16, 2023
    • Jul 14, 2023 AMAZON JOGGER RESTOCK: IG REELS 7/16/23 Jul 14, 2023
    • Jul 13, 2023 Amazon wedding guest dress haul: IG reels 7/13/23 Jul 13, 2023
    • Jul 12, 2023 Prime Day Deal: The Best Biker Short Jul 12, 2023
    • Jul 11, 2023 Amazon Activewear: Prime Day Deal Jul 11, 2023
    • Jul 11, 2023 Prime Day Deal: Fall Must Have Jul 11, 2023
    • Jul 11, 2023 Prime Day Deal: Joggers Jul 11, 2023
    • Jul 10, 2023 Must Have Sandals: IG Reels 7/10/23 Jul 10, 2023
    • Jul 9, 2023 Amazon Must Haves: IG Reels 7/9/23 Jul 9, 2023
    • Jul 8, 2023 AMAZON DENIM: 7/8/23 IG REELS Jul 8, 2023
    • Jul 7, 2023 AMAZON DRESS: 7/7/23 REELS Jul 7, 2023
    • Jul 6, 2023 Amazon Casual Outfit: 7/6/23 Jul 6, 2023
    • Jul 1, 2023 Amazon Active Skirt: 7/1/23 IG Reels Jul 1, 2023
    • Jun 29, 2023 My go-to Amazon outfit: 6/29/23 IG REELS Jun 29, 2023
    • Jun 27, 2023 The BEST Amazon Blazer: 6/27/23 IG Reels Jun 27, 2023
    • Jun 26, 2023 Amazon Set: 6/26/23 IG Reels Jun 26, 2023
    • Jun 25, 2023 Amazon Workout Tank: 6/25/25 IG Reel Jun 25, 2023
    • Nov 25, 2022 BLACK FRIDAY/ CYBER WEEKEND COMPLETE SALE LIST & TOP ITEMS ON SALE Nov 25, 2022
    • Dec 3, 2021 Top 5 BEST GIFTS ....! Dec 3, 2021
    • Nov 27, 2021 The Ultimate Black Fridayv Weekend/Cyber Monday Sales Guide Nov 27, 2021
    • Jun 28, 2021 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Tips & Nordstrom Giveaway! Jun 28, 2021
    • May 29, 2021 Memorial Day Weekend Sales 2021 May 29, 2021
    • Apr 24, 2021 50 Spring Outfits Apr 24, 2021
    • Mar 6, 2021 Weekend Sales & Weekly Roundup /Try Ons Mar 6, 2021
    • Feb 14, 2021 President's Day Sales & Weekly Outfit/Deals Feb 14, 2021
    • Dec 23, 2020 50+ Christmas Outfits Dec 23, 2020
    • Dec 8, 2020 Christmas Gift Guide: Nordstrom Spend more, Save More Dec 8, 2020
    • Nov 30, 2020 Cyber Monday Sales Nov 30, 2020
    • Nov 19, 2020 Gift Guide #1: For the Fit Girl! Nov 19, 2020
    • Nov 9, 2020 Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas Nov 9, 2020
    • Aug 29, 2020 Nordstrom: Last weekend of the Anniversary Sale! Aug 29, 2020
    • Jul 27, 2020 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Picks & My tips /tricks for the sale Jul 27, 2020
    • Jul 18, 2020 Weekend Sales & Weekly Roundup (July #3) Jul 18, 2020
    • Jul 11, 2020 Weekly Roundup & Weekend Sales July Week 2 Jul 11, 2020
    • Jul 4, 2020 Weekly Roundup & Independence Day Sales Jul 4, 2020
    • Jun 30, 2020 4th of July Style Inspo & Picks! Jun 30, 2020
    • Jun 27, 2020 Weekly Roundup & Weekend Sales Jun 27, 2020
    • Jun 17, 2020 Last Minute Fathers Day Gift Guide! Jun 17, 2020
    • Apr 25, 2020 PBB's Mother's Day Gift Guide! Apr 25, 2020
    • Mar 19, 2020 Thoughts on this week & Nordstrom's Surprise Sale Picks Mar 19, 2020
    • Mar 3, 2020 ShopBop Spring Sale: The best of the best! Mar 3, 2020
    • Feb 15, 2020 President's Day/ Weekend Sales Feb 15, 2020
    • Feb 8, 2020 Valentines Day Gift Guide: Him, Her & Kids Feb 8, 2020
    • Jan 18, 2020 Saturday Sales 1/17/19 Jan 18, 2020
    • Jan 2, 2020 Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: LAST DAY Jan 2, 2020
    • Dec 28, 2019 NYE Inspo & Spanx Sale Dec 28, 2019
    • Dec 21, 2019 Women's Gift Guide! Dec 21, 2019
    • Dec 19, 2019 Mens Gift Guide! Dec 19, 2019
    • Dec 12, 2019 Fitness Girl Gift Guide Dec 12, 2019
    • Dec 9, 2019 Gift Guide #1: ETSY Dec 9, 2019
    • Dec 7, 2019 Weekend Sales 12/7 Dec 7, 2019
    • Nov 27, 2019 BLACK FRIDAY SALES: The Best of the best Nov 27, 2019
    • Nov 23, 2019 Pre Black Friday Sales 11/23 Nov 23, 2019
    • Nov 16, 2019 Weekend Sales: Patagonia, Nordstrom & More.... Nov 16, 2019
    • Nov 9, 2019 Pre Black Friday / Saturday Sales! Nov 9, 2019
    • Oct 26, 2019 Weekend Sales Roundup Oct 26, 2019
    • Oct 20, 2019 Sunday Sales Oct 20, 2019
    • Oct 12, 2019 Bloomies: Friends and Family Oct 12, 2019
    • Sep 25, 2019 Shop Bop Sale Picks! Sep 25, 2019
    • Aug 29, 2019 Florida Vacation: Hotel, Travel Mom Hacks & Fashio Aug 29, 2019
    • Jul 14, 2019 Top 15 Nordstrom Anniversary Must Haves! Jul 14, 2019
    • Apr 11, 2019 The 4th Trimester Series #1: Fashion after the bump Apr 11, 2019
    • Mar 27, 2019 Amazon Haul 3/26/19 Mar 27, 2019
    • Feb 8, 2019 Valentines Day Outfit ideas! Feb 8, 2019
    • Jan 12, 2019 Change, 38 weeks Pregnant & Saturday Spotlight Jan 12, 2019
    • Dec 22, 2018 Calling all Last minute Shoppers: Amazon Prime Gift ideas /Delivery by Monday! Dec 22, 2018
    • Dec 18, 2018 Men's GIFT GUIDE!! Dec 18, 2018
    • Dec 15, 2018 Peanut Butter Blondie's Maternity Favorites! Dec 15, 2018
    • Nov 29, 2018 Fast & Easy Family Friendly Recipe: Turkey Pepperoni Chicken Nov 29, 2018
    • Nov 20, 2018 Appetizer 101: Rustic Guacamole Nov 20, 2018
    • Nov 10, 2018 Peanut Butter Blondie's NYC Travel Guide Nov 10, 2018
    • Sep 18, 2018 Hawaii Vacation P1: #whatiwore Sep 18, 2018
    • Sep 1, 2018 Aloha 19 weeks & LB Sales Sep 1, 2018
    • Aug 24, 2018 18 Weeks & Friday Fashion Aug 24, 2018
    • May 25, 2018 Fashion Friday: Summer Vaca Packing List May 25, 2018
    • Feb 18, 2016 Fashion Feb 18, 2016
  • Fitness 33
    • Jul 23, 2023 AMAZON RUNNING SHORTS: IG REELS 7/23/23 Jul 23, 2023
    • Mar 23, 2022 How I’ve leaned out: The ins and outs of my nutrition Mar 23, 2022
    • Jun 7, 2021 7 Fitness Must Haves Jun 7, 2021
    • May 6, 2021 Polar Ignite 2: Fitness Watch Review May 6, 2021
    • Nov 19, 2020 Gift Guide #1: For the Fit Girl! Nov 19, 2020
    • Nov 18, 2020 How to Combat Holiday Weight Gain Nov 18, 2020
    • Oct 19, 2020 6 things to do when weight loss has stalled Oct 19, 2020
    • Sep 21, 2020 Monday Motivation: How to get fit .....when you don't like working out Sep 21, 2020
    • Jul 31, 2020 6 Favorite Non-Running Cardio workouts Jul 31, 2020
    • Jul 6, 2020 Monday Motivation: 6 tips for training in the heat Jul 6, 2020
    • Jun 23, 2020 Tip Tuesday: Supplements Jun 23, 2020
    • May 6, 2020 Breastfeeding: How I keep my supply up while working out & getting fit May 6, 2020
    • Apr 17, 2020 Quarantine Fitness: How I'm approaching workouts/nutrition during COVID-19 Apr 17, 2020
    • Feb 3, 2020 Fast Shrimp Paella Feb 3, 2020
    • Jan 27, 2020 Meal Plan Monday: Peanut Tofu Rice Bowl with Avocado Jan 27, 2020
    • Dec 12, 2019 Fitness Girl Gift Guide Dec 12, 2019
    • Sep 5, 2019 All things Stroller Running Sep 5, 2019
    • Aug 16, 2019 How I keep my fitness routine on family vacations Aug 16, 2019
    • Aug 9, 2019 6 Months Postpartum: The Body & FASTer WAY to Fat Loss Results & Review! Aug 9, 2019
    • Jun 24, 2019 FASTer Way to Fat Loss 3 Week Update Jun 24, 2019
    • Jun 2, 2019 4 Months Postpartum: The Body Jun 2, 2019
    • Apr 27, 2019 3 Months Postpartum: the Body Apr 27, 2019
    • Apr 6, 2019 My Favorite Home Workout Exercises Apr 6, 2019
    • Mar 23, 2019 2 Months Postpartum: The Body Mar 23, 2019
    • Feb 21, 2019 The Body: One Month Postpartum Feb 21, 2019
    • Feb 14, 2019 Pregnancy Workout Series #3: Strength Training Feb 14, 2019
    • Feb 1, 2019 Week 2 Postpartum: The Body & Fitness Feb 1, 2019
    • Jan 21, 2019 Pregnancy Fitness #2: Swimming/Aqua Jogging Jan 21, 2019
    • Jan 3, 2019 Running while Pregnant: My journey & tips for the Pregnant Runner Jan 3, 2019
    • Sep 14, 2018 Pregnancy workouts & The Ten Minute Rule Sep 14, 2018
    • Jul 3, 2018 Transformation Tuesday Jul 3, 2018
    • Sep 1, 2017 Friday Free For All Sep 1, 2017
    • Mar 4, 2016 No Gym Necessary Workout Mar 4, 2016
  • Nutrition 51
    • Mar 30, 2022 Hu Kitchen: The Natural Way to Snack (and the yummiest Chocolate chips!) Mar 30, 2022
    • Mar 23, 2022 How I’ve leaned out: The ins and outs of my nutrition Mar 23, 2022
    • Nov 17, 2021 Talking Collagen: Live Conscious Collagen Peptides Nov 17, 2021
    • Apr 7, 2021 My go-to electrolyte drink: Ultima Replenisher Apr 7, 2021
    • Mar 12, 2021 Fun Finds for March: National Nutrition Month! Mar 12, 2021
    • Jan 14, 2021 Tortellini Chicken Soup Jan 14, 2021
    • Dec 22, 2020 Guilt Free Dessert: Keto Pint Dec 22, 2020
    • Nov 25, 2020 Nutrition Tips for Thanksgiving... Nov 25, 2020
    • Nov 18, 2020 How to Combat Holiday Weight Gain Nov 18, 2020
    • Oct 19, 2020 6 things to do when weight loss has stalled Oct 19, 2020
    • Sep 3, 2020 Favorite Fall Foods Sep 3, 2020
    • Aug 27, 2020 Talking Snacks: Nature Valley Packed Sustained Energy Bars Aug 27, 2020
    • May 18, 2020 Monday Meal Plan: My favorite snacks May 18, 2020
    • May 6, 2020 Breastfeeding: How I keep my supply up while working out & getting fit May 6, 2020
    • Apr 9, 2020 Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe Apr 9, 2020
    • Mar 2, 2020 Monday Meal Plan: Healthy Chicken Parm Mar 2, 2020
    • Feb 10, 2020 Meal Plan Monday: Chicken Piccata Feb 10, 2020
    • Feb 3, 2020 Fast Shrimp Paella Feb 3, 2020
    • Jan 27, 2020 Meal Plan Monday: Peanut Tofu Rice Bowl with Avocado Jan 27, 2020
    • Nov 11, 2019 Monday Meal Plan: Turkey Bolognese Nov 11, 2019
    • Oct 28, 2019 Meal Plan Monday: Chicken Tetrazzini Oct 28, 2019
    • Oct 7, 2019 Monday Meal Plan: Apple Pie Recipe Oct 7, 2019
    • Aug 9, 2019 6 Months Postpartum: The Body & FASTer WAY to Fat Loss Results & Review! Aug 9, 2019
    • Aug 5, 2019 Meal Plan Monday: Stir Fried Pork with Vegetables Aug 5, 2019
    • Jun 10, 2019 Meal Plan Monday: Sesame Chicken Stir Fry Jun 10, 2019
    • Jun 2, 2019 4 Months Postpartum: The Body Jun 2, 2019
    • Mar 23, 2019 2 Months Postpartum: The Body Mar 23, 2019
    • Mar 11, 2019 Meal Plan Monday: 3/11/19 Mar 11, 2019
    • Feb 1, 2019 Week 2 Postpartum: The Body & Fitness Feb 1, 2019
    • Jan 28, 2019 Meal Plan Monday: Homemade Chicken Nuggets Jan 28, 2019
    • Jan 10, 2019 My Diet/ Nutrition while Pregnant Jan 10, 2019
    • Nov 29, 2018 Fast & Easy Family Friendly Recipe: Turkey Pepperoni Chicken Nov 29, 2018
    • Nov 20, 2018 Appetizer 101: Rustic Guacamole Nov 20, 2018
    • Oct 22, 2018 Make your own Panera Bread: Family friendly Chicken Avo Panini Oct 22, 2018
    • Aug 17, 2018 Friday Flow: 17 weeks & Our Go-to Recipe Aug 17, 2018
    • Aug 10, 2018 Family friendly Breakfast & 16 Weeks Bumpdate Aug 10, 2018
    • May 7, 2018 Monday Meal Plan: Breakfast May 7, 2018
    • Apr 23, 2018 Meal Plan Monday & snacks I'm loving Apr 23, 2018
    • Apr 16, 2018 Meal Plan Monday #2: No Bean Chili Apr 16, 2018
    • Apr 9, 2018 MealPlan Monday: The best healthy Sweet Potato fries Apr 9, 2018
    • Apr 5, 2018 5 Tips for for better Fitness/Wellness Apr 5, 2018
    • Nov 17, 2017 30 minute meal: Chicken Arugula Salad Nov 17, 2017
    • Sep 8, 2017 Friday Free For All Sep 8, 2017
    • Sep 1, 2017 Friday Free For All Sep 1, 2017
    • Jun 1, 2017 Thursday Thoughts 6/1/17 Jun 1, 2017
    • Oct 1, 2016 A 'lighter' lasagna Oct 1, 2016
    • May 19, 2016 Easy Chicken Bake May 19, 2016
    • Apr 26, 2016 Hot Chicken Recipe: The healthy alternative to Chicken Wings Apr 26, 2016
    • Mar 12, 2016 Burrito Bowl...made at home! Mar 12, 2016
    • Feb 16, 2016 "Eat Clean" Turkey Bolognase Feb 16, 2016
    • Feb 14, 2016 Mediterranean Pita Feb 14, 2016
  • Pregnancy 18
    • Jan 21, 2021 Mira Fertility Tracker Review Jan 21, 2021
    • May 6, 2020 Breastfeeding: How I keep my supply up while working out & getting fit May 6, 2020
    • Mar 15, 2019 Birth Plans & What I wish I knew about C-Sections Mar 15, 2019
    • Feb 14, 2019 Pregnancy Workout Series #3: Strength Training Feb 14, 2019
    • Feb 7, 2019 3 weeks Postpartum Thoughts & My #1 PP Must Have Feb 7, 2019
    • Feb 1, 2019 Week 2 Postpartum: The Body & Fitness Feb 1, 2019
    • Jan 21, 2019 Pregnancy Fitness #2: Swimming/Aqua Jogging Jan 21, 2019
    • Jan 15, 2019 What I packed: Hospital Bag for Baby #3! Jan 15, 2019
    • Jan 12, 2019 Change, 38 weeks Pregnant & Saturday Spotlight Jan 12, 2019
    • Jan 10, 2019 My Diet/ Nutrition while Pregnant Jan 10, 2019
    • Jan 8, 2019 Tips for Surviving pregnancy with littles Jan 8, 2019
    • Sep 14, 2018 Pregnancy workouts & The Ten Minute Rule Sep 14, 2018
    • Aug 24, 2018 18 Weeks & Friday Fashion Aug 24, 2018
    • Aug 17, 2018 Friday Flow: 17 weeks & Our Go-to Recipe Aug 17, 2018
    • Aug 3, 2018 4 Tips to Survive the 1st Trimester and Stay Active! Aug 3, 2018
    • Jul 24, 2018 I guess 3 was meant to be....{{Pregnancy thoughts}} Jul 24, 2018
    • Sep 17, 2016 36 weeks.. Sep 17, 2016
    • Aug 1, 2016 Bye Bye Second Tri... Aug 1, 2016
  • Travel 7
    • Sep 12, 2022 Family Travel: Our stay at Marriott Clearwater Sandkey Sep 12, 2022
    • Mar 17, 2022 Experience Sandestin: Our family trip to the Emerald Coast at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort Mar 17, 2022
    • Mar 15, 2022 Travel Series #1: How we fly affordably as a family Mar 15, 2022
    • Dec 23, 2021 Doing Disney: Hacks, Fashion & More! Dec 23, 2021
    • Nov 10, 2018 Peanut Butter Blondie's NYC Travel Guide Nov 10, 2018
    • Oct 18, 2018 Paris Babymoon! Oct 18, 2018
    • Sep 18, 2018 Hawaii Vacation P1: #whatiwore Sep 18, 2018
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    • Dec 16, 2022 Give the Gift of Dynacraft Bicycles this holiday season! Dec 16, 2022
    • Jun 2, 2022 Jumping into summer with ACON Trampolines   Jun 2, 2022
    • Dec 23, 2021 Doing Disney: Hacks, Fashion & More! Dec 23, 2021
    • Oct 8, 2021 Swinging into Fall with Microban 24 Oct 8, 2021
    • Aug 20, 2021 Kids Back to School 2021 Essentials Aug 20, 2021
    • May 20, 2021 Child Proof Hacks & The Door Guardian May 20, 2021
    • Feb 23, 2021 Top 10 Mom Hacks & talking Triple Paste Diaper Cream Feb 23, 2021
    • Feb 15, 2021 BLAST OFF WITH NY’S 529 COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM DIRECT PLAN Feb 15, 2021
    • Jan 29, 2021 Kids Nutrition Spotlight : Arnold Organic White made with Whole Wheat Bread Jan 29, 2021
    • Jan 21, 2021 Mira Fertility Tracker Review Jan 21, 2021
    • Jan 19, 2021 Goldfish Swim School Review: This past years progress & Water Safety Jan 19, 2021
    • Dec 18, 2020 Preschooler Gift Guide! Dec 18, 2020
    • Dec 16, 2020 Toddler Gift Guide Dec 16, 2020
    • Oct 7, 2020 Its October: Fall decor Oct 7, 2020
    • Sep 29, 2020 Learning to Swim with Goldfish Swim School! Sep 29, 2020
    • Sep 27, 2020 8 things to do on Sunday for a better week! Sep 27, 2020
    • Aug 27, 2020 Talking Snacks: Nature Valley Packed Sustained Energy Bars Aug 27, 2020
    • May 6, 2020 Breastfeeding: How I keep my supply up while working out & getting fit May 6, 2020
    • Apr 25, 2020 PBB's Mother's Day Gift Guide! Apr 25, 2020
    • Apr 15, 2020 How I'm getting through Quarantine Life with 3 Boys 5 & under Apr 15, 2020
    • Mar 29, 2020 Social Distancing: 10 ways I'm handling it & My quarantine essentials Mar 29, 2020
    • Mar 21, 2020 50 things to do with Kids & my Amazon Faves Mar 21, 2020
    • Feb 11, 2020 100 Days of school....by a rookie Kindergarten Mom Feb 11, 2020
    • Jan 21, 2020 Goldfish Swim School Review: My thoughts Jan 21, 2020
    • Jan 16, 2020 And just like that, he's One. A letter to my last baby...... Jan 16, 2020
    • Jan 15, 2020 2020: Words of the year Jan 15, 2020
    • Dec 13, 2019 Our yearly tradition: Picture Christmas cards with Basic Invite Dec 13, 2019
    • Dec 9, 2019 Gift Guide #1: ETSY Dec 9, 2019
    • Oct 30, 2019 9 Month Baby: Sleep, Nursing, Food & Routine! Oct 30, 2019
    • Oct 1, 2019 Fall Bucket List Oct 1, 2019
    • Jul 25, 2019 6 Months Baby: Schedule, Sleep & Favorites! Jul 25, 2019
    • Jun 2, 2019 4 Months Postpartum: The Body Jun 2, 2019
    • May 21, 2019 The Willow Pump Review May 21, 2019
    • May 16, 2019 4 Month Sammy: Favorites, Sleep & Routine May 16, 2019
    • May 14, 2019 My Three Sons: The Transition from Two--> Three Kids May 14, 2019
    • May 5, 2019 Motherhood: 6 Ways its Changed Me & My Mothers Day Gift Guide May 5, 2019
    • Apr 27, 2019 3 Months Postpartum: the Body Apr 27, 2019
    • Apr 18, 2019 Last Minute Easter Basket Finds Apr 18, 2019
    • Apr 17, 2019 3 months old: Sleep, Favorites, & Routine Apr 17, 2019
    • Apr 11, 2019 The 4th Trimester Series #1: Fashion after the bump Apr 11, 2019
    • Mar 23, 2019 2 Months Postpartum: The Body Mar 23, 2019
    • Mar 19, 2019 2 Months: All about Baby, Sleep & Routine Mar 19, 2019
    • Mar 15, 2019 Birth Plans & What I wish I knew about C-Sections Mar 15, 2019
    • Feb 16, 2019 1 Month Old & 1 Month Baby Picks Feb 16, 2019
    • Feb 11, 2019 -Last Minute Valentines Day Gifts for Kids- Feb 11, 2019
    • Feb 7, 2019 3 weeks Postpartum Thoughts & My #1 PP Must Have Feb 7, 2019
    • Jan 23, 2019 Week 1 Postpartum & 10 Hacks to surviving the first week PP Jan 23, 2019
    • Jan 15, 2019 What I packed: Hospital Bag for Baby #3! Jan 15, 2019
    • Jan 12, 2019 Change, 38 weeks Pregnant & Saturday Spotlight Jan 12, 2019
    • Jan 8, 2019 Tips for Surviving pregnancy with littles Jan 8, 2019
    • Jan 3, 2019 Running while Pregnant: My journey & tips for the Pregnant Runner Jan 3, 2019
    • Dec 15, 2018 Peanut Butter Blondie's Maternity Favorites! Dec 15, 2018
    • Aug 10, 2018 Family friendly Breakfast & 16 Weeks Bumpdate Aug 10, 2018
    • May 2, 2018 3 things I love about being a Mom & Gift Ideas for your Mom May 2, 2018
    • Mar 30, 2018 Documenting the lasts....Weaning Mar 30, 2018
    • Mar 21, 2018 Easter Basket Ideas Mar 21, 2018
    • Jan 1, 2018 2018: Don't wait for the perfect moment, take the moment and make it perfect Jan 1, 2018
    • Nov 1, 2017 Doing Disney with Toddlers Nov 1, 2017
    • Oct 20, 2017 Sebby's 1st Birthday Party/1 year update Oct 20, 2017
    • Oct 6, 2017 Birthday weekend & Helicopter Tour in NYC Oct 6, 2017
    • Sep 19, 2017 10/11 Month Sebby Sep 19, 2017
    • Aug 5, 2017 My review on: Ollie Gray Breastfeeding/Pumping Bra Aug 5, 2017
    • Jul 15, 2017 9 Month Sebby Jul 15, 2017
    • Jun 23, 2017 8 Month sebby Jun 23, 2017
    • Jun 15, 2017 Max's 3rd Birthday Party...and 6 tips for your first kiddo party Jun 15, 2017
    • May 25, 2017 Seven Month Sebby May 25, 2017
    • Apr 14, 2017 Six month sebby Apr 14, 2017
    • Feb 17, 2017 Our New Normal: 4 Months Feb 17, 2017
    • Dec 9, 2016 On the Clock: 2 Months Postpartum Dec 9, 2016
    • Nov 16, 2016 6 Weeks Postpartum..Life with Sebastian Nov 16, 2016
    • Aug 1, 2016 Bye Bye Second Tri... Aug 1, 2016
    • May 14, 2016 Weeks 17 & 18 Pregnancy Update: Nutrition & Workouts May 14, 2016
    • May 3, 2016 Pregnancy weeks 12-16: Our big scare May 3, 2016
    • Apr 23, 2016 Pregnancy Workouts/Update: Weeks 8-12 Apr 23, 2016
    • Apr 16, 2016 Another time around the sun: Pregnancy #2 Apr 16, 2016
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    • Sep 18, 2018 Hawaii Vacation P1: #whatiwore Sep 18, 2018

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