29 week update

(This is a little sneak peek from my maternity session! I’m so excited to get the film back!)

Whoa! It’s hard to believe 30 weeks have come and gone! Things are starting to sink in a little more…and yet the fact that this is happening doesn’t quite seem real yet. We had our first two baby showers this past week. Man, we have been so blessed by the people in our lives. For once in my life, I am really excited about writing some thank-you notes! We’ve been given so much for our little girl already! Now we just have to start going through all her things and start putting together the nursery! We haven’t done anything but hang curtains! Eeek! I’m feeling like time is running out now. Hopefully we’ll get the crib ordered this week! I’m also excited that I no longer drive a tiny 2-door car! I’ve been upgraded to a mom car. It’s not new or fancy, but we feel like our new SUV will work well for our growing family. It was pretty exciting to write that check! Today will be my first day driving it! Woohoo!

How big is baby: The size of a small head of cabbage | 29 weeks 6 days

How I’m feeling: We had a rather rough few days last week. Long story short, I had a horrible allergic reaction, got a shot that made me nauseated and Jonathan had sinus surgery…and all the not so fun, icky things that go with that surgery wasn’t helping my nausea any. We’ll just leave it at that! This past week however, has been great! The nausea passed after a few days and Jonathan is much better. I actually have had tons of energy, so I’m thankful!

Weight gain/ Loss: 14 lbs. The doc says I’m still gaining what’s normal, so that’s good! I ask him every time I go to be sure, even though I feel like it could be a little under the norm! He says we’re both doing great, so that’s all that matters.

Maternity clothes: Not lately. I’ve looked for a few things at some maternity shops, but NOTHING fits right. I probably expect too much, but oh well. I get nervous to order online because I have no idea how things will fit. I’m sure I’ll get desperate towards the end. Right now I’m loving maxi skirts and stretchy tops. I was happy to find a dress that I hope will fit through my summer weddings at J Crew. I tried on the best one I could find at the nice maternity shop in Jax and the other from J Crew for my sister and friend Ashley. They both said the maternity one looks very old and just not great. I’m glad I haven’t been crazy this whole time in thinking that nearly everything maternity looks horrible on me. Also, my sister found an old pair of jeans she wore in highschool that actually fit me! I did a little dance party when I tried them on. They’re old American Eagle, but they fit so I don’t care! Ha! We’ll see if I can make it to the end without having to buy much more! 

Stretch Marks: Not that I can see!

Sleep: I’m enjoying getting good sleep. Sometimes I’m not even sure I move at night! I’m sure that will change come July though! 

Diet/ Cravings/ Aversions: Nothing! It seems kind of strange that I wouldn’t have a single craving at all. Actually, most of the time food just seems blah to me…probably because I eat so much! Ha! I haven’t had much of an appetite, but I’m sure its due to the fact that eating makes me super uncomfortable most of the time, especially at night. I also never let myself get hungry because I eat every few hours and make sure it’s high in calories, protein and good fats. If I don’t I can tell my blood sugar starts getting too low. Still, somehow food just tastes better when you’re hungry. 

Movement: My pregnancy apps tell me I should start doing a kick counter, but I sure don’t need to! She kicks constantly. Lately she’s started stretching out from one side of my belly to the other. I think we may have a long little girl…or there’s just not much room in there! 

What I’m loving: I have loved the sweet showers we’ve had lately. The one back home at my parent’s house what so special to me. I felt so blessed by all the people who came and helped. I have some pretty phenomenal people in my life!

Symptoms: Nothing too much lately. My back seems to be doing fine. I don’t see it curving much at all and I’m trying to be very careful about posture. Riding in the car isn’t so comfy. Overall, I really can’t complain.

Exercise: Last week wasn’t so great on the exercise front…but I was kind of sick, so doing much wasn’t a great idea. This past week was great though! My sister and I went for a run on Tuesday and I felt like I could have kept going a lot longer than we did. Wednesday we biked at least 6 miles and walked a good bit too. I was up traveling and shooting from 6 am to midnight, so I was pretty happy that I had plenty of energy to sustain me. I was pretty tired when I got home, but I didn’t feel like I overdid it the next day. (Of course all days aren’t like that! I don’t push myself if I don’t feel like I can keep going.) It was a good test for my weddings this Summer. I feel like my endurance is really great as long as I keep my calorie and protein intake high, drink lots of water, get plenty of rest and listen to what my body is telling me. Being healthy and active through this pregnancy has been so important to me. I know the Lord has given me grace to continue to do what I love. My job has been a huge motivation for me to stay as healthy as possible throughout this journey. I know eating and exercise can be a touchy subject for a lot of people and any concerned comments I’ve gotten have been out of love to make sure I’m doing what’s best for our baby. I feel like I’m doing everything I can do make sure that both of us are healthy and growing. Beyond that, I have to trust the Lord! 

What I’m looking forward to: I hope to start going through all the gifts for our little girl soon! Life isn’t slowing down this Summer, but I’m looking forward to taking breaks from work and events to organize her room. I love organizing! I’m also excited about picking out a verse for our little girl. I think it will be so special to choose one that goes along with the meaning of her name. 

Best moment of the week: Our anniversary was by far the best day this week! It wasn’t anything super fancy. We actually picked out the car most of the day, and then came home and grilled steaks. It was still special to sit out on our deck, look at our beautiful house and yard, feel our little girl kick and think on how many blessings we’ve received this year. We don’t deserve a single one of them. I can’t say that I’ve ever felt that kind of joy. My heart was so full…and still is! Oh, and taking some maternity photos was pretty wonderful too! 

Mood: Thankful and joyful.