23 Weeks Bump Update

How far along: 23 weeks - baby is the size of a papaya!

Gender: Not finding out :)

Weight Gain: 10+ lbs

Stretch marks: Nope

Maternity clothes: A single pair of maternity jeans.

Sleep: Decent.

Best moment of the week: Was able to see most of my family for wine tasting and dinner! :) I clearly was only a root beer tester.

Worst moment of the week: None come to mind :)

Miss anything: A big, juicy hoagie.

Movement: Tons.

Cravings: Salty & sweet.
Symptoms: Still lower stomach pains & the occasional moment of heartburn.
Belly Button in or out: In.

Queasiness or sickness: None.

Looking forward to: Our raised garden bed! :)

Happy first day of Spring! 

Easter Goodies

I've personally never hosted a holiday gathering (can't wait for that day!), but Nate & I always try to be festive in any way we can as a holiday approaches. Breakfasts (our favorite), dinners, activities.... the list goes on.

Easter is no exception. It's always so fun to decorate with all the bright, cheery colors & the hopes of warm, Spring weather. I'm currently on the hunt for the perfect Spring wreath for our front door to ring in that much desired warmer weather!

Coloring Easter eggs is always one of my favorite things to do this time of year & eating them... but my absolute most favorite thing to do, no matter the time of year, is to bake! 

I'm probably extra excited to do some Easter baking this year since Nate & I both gave up sweets for Lent. Let me tell you, as a pregnant gal that has been craving sweets nonstop, the struggle has been real. I may have snuck a few doughnuts within those 40 days... judge me hard.

I'm definitely, without a shred of doubt, baking cupcakes. Big, fat chocolate on chocolate cupcakes. with butt-loads of sprinkles. I'm really convinced I'm a cupcake master. I would never claim to be a good cook, but damnit this girl can bake! No boxed cupcakes here folks, I make those mouthful of deliciousness' from scratch. I also stumbled across these raspberry lemon sticky buns I plan on whipping up.

I've put together a list of some things I'm loving for Easter entertaining & baking!

Juice Glasses // Spatula // Egg Hunt Kit // Flatware  

Egg Crate // Cookie Cutters // Cupcake Kit // Dishtowel

Let the planning (and Cadbury egg eating) begin! :)

22 Week Bump

How far along: 22 weeks - baby is the size of a spaghetti squash!

Gender: No clue :) 

Weight Gain: 10 lbs

Stretch marks: Nope

Maternity clothes: Still only a pair of maternity jeans. I just bought a few dresses since they are the most comfortable thing to wear (pregnant or not), but they still aren't maternity!

Sleep: Pretty good.

Best moment of the week: A really warm Saturday & the sweetest little swaddles finally arrived in the mail! 

Worst moment of the week: Having swelling in my feet, but it hasn't happened in a couple days!

Miss anything: Still deli meat & sunny side up eggs.

Movement: Baby is for sure a mover & a shaker.

Cravings: Salty & sweet.
Symptoms: Lower tummy pains every. single. time. I have to get up.
Belly Button in or out: In.

Queasiness or sickness: None.

Looking forward to: March Madness starts this week!

Spring Fever Playlist

I am insanely ready for Spring. This was our first Winter in Rochester & it was surprisingly mild. We have had snow flurries almost daily, but we've also been lucky enough to have a few days in the 50's & 60's!

When we lived in Hershey I craved to have a full on Winter with multiple snow days & although we did get snow there, it was just never enough for me for whatever reason. Now, this year, in Rochester, we had one major snowfall & I can honestly say I'm good for another year... or more. Maybe I'm just getting old & want to live in a warmer climate all year.

I love having all four seasons, but I have definitely been wanting warmer weather & sunshine more than I ever have before. This week has been much, much warmer with a few days of sunshine sprinkled in which is giving me Spring fever even more. We've already started our cherry tomatoes & jalepenos in the house, so we're super excited! We also just purchased our first REAL grill. No more mini-portable for us! And maybe it's because when Spring officially arrives we will be another season closer to meeting our little babe. :)

With all these warmer, grilling days ahead I'm sharing some songs from our Spring playlist. We love dancing around like crazy people & music just really sets the mood!

Enjoy & happy Wednesday! :) xoxo

21 Week Bump Update

How far along: 21 weeks - baby is the size of a banana!

Gender: No clue :) 

Weight Gain: 9 lbs 

Stretch marks: Nope

Maternity clothes: A couple items, but I really don't know how much longer I will make it without maternity pants. All of my shirts fit just fine & all of my pants fit until I go to button them around my stomach... I had to use the old ponytail trick the other day.

Sleep: It's gotten better. I've been using lavender & chamomile right before bed and I think it's really helping!

Best moment of the week: We bought a grill! Finally!

Worst moment of the week: The bitter cold. But it's going to be in the 60's this week!!

Miss anything: Raw sushi :(

Movement: Quite a bit, especially at night.

Cravings: Still the same old things. :)
Symptoms: Restless legs like you wouldn't believe & I've now entered the world of heartburn.
Belly Button in or out: In. 

Queasiness or sickness: None.

Looking forward to: Sort of nailing down how we would like the nursery to look!

Maternity Style

I am still sort of in the "is she or isn't she" phase. As a result I've been wearing mainly leggings & flowing tops, mostly for comfort, but also to cover my tummy that looks like I have had far too many burritos. Once I've really popped I plan on wearing more form fitting outfits; I think it's super flattering on pregnant ladies. Lookin' at you Chrissy Teigen.

I am determined to hold out on maternity clothing until the warmer weather arrives. I have bought a few "regular" items in the next size up & I just purchased my first pair of maternity jeans. We will see if I actually make it the next couple of months on what I have...

I really want to fill my closet with a ton of Spring & Summer dresses that can hopefully be worn after baby is born. I've always felt most confident in a pretty dress & I'm sure that will hold true as I get further along in my pregnancy. Plus, lets face it, I frequent the bathroom so often these days & dresses are just way easier...

Here are a few dresses I have been dreaming of buying & a couple are non-maternity for all you none pregnant ladies! :)

One // Two // Three // Four // Five // Six

Happy Wednesday! xoxo

20 Week Bump Update

Holy crap we have made it to the halfway point in my pregnancy! It seems to have flown by & gone at a snails pace all at once.

How far along: 20 weeks - baby is the size of a mango!

Gender: No clue :) 

Weight Gain: 5+ 

Stretch marks: Nope 

Maternity clothes: One pair of maternity jeans. They are so insanely comfy I may never go back to regular jeans after baby. And I finally broke down & purchased a larger bra... 

Sleep: Horrendous. I would give anything to sleep on my stomach or my back even. My hip bones always hurt no matter what I do. :(

Best moment of the week: Making it to the halfway mark! Surreal. And a haircut for the first time in almost a year!

Worst moment of the week: Fighting off some sort of cold. 

Miss anything: Seriously I dream of deli meat. A hoagie with pounds upon pounds of deli meat sounds insanely delicious.

Movement: Pretty darn sure it's a yes at this point :) It's a really goofy feeling, but so cool! 

Cravings: Fruit & pasta always sound delicious. And I can't forget sweets.
Symptoms: Round ligament pain. I'm fine for the majority of the day, but the moment I lay down everything hurts in my lower abdomen.
Belly Button in or out: In. But it looks freakishly tiny.

Queasiness or sickness: None & I haven't taken Unisom (sleep aid) to help with my nausea in over a week. I'm really out of the morning sickness woods now! I've also have been drinking a little coffee again, but only iced. Hot coffee totally creeps me out. 

Looking forward to: Figuring out some name options. We are having a really difficult time agreeing!