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These pictures were totally out of my comfort zone, but I've seen them on Pinterest and when one of my go-to photographers offered a mini session so close to my delivery date, I had to jump on the opportunity, because I knew it would be the last and only chance I get.  The shoot was at a downtown high rise hotel and the room and views were just amazing! I thought it would be totally uncomfortable and awkward, but it was literally the most relaxed shoot ever. I didn't have to look at the camera, I just relaxed in the bathtub (which smelled amazing because of all the fruit by the way) and chatted with the photographer and her assistant about my upcoming birth and Mr. Fox.  I really love how these turned out, I was super nervous about opening the file when I received them back, but I think she did an amazing job. Katie still thinks these are weird and why would anyone ever sit in a milk bath and take pictures of their naked belly, but that's ok. She...

July 18, 2018 How far along: 36 weeks  Baby is the size of a: Romaine Lettuce or a Cabbage Patch Doll Total weight gain: I gained almost 4lbs this week and when I almost passed out on the scale after seeing this, Katie brought it to my attention that I ate nothing but Nutella Sandwiches all week long. Guilty as charged. I’m up a total of almost 40lbs at this point…eeks.  Maternity Clothes? Yes, kind of getting tired of my choices these days.  Stretch Marks? No. Sleep? Getting rough and this week was pretty miserable in the sleep department. I started to have a tooth ache on Friday morning and by Friday night it got so bad that I couldn’t sleep at all the entire night. I went to an emergency dentist on Saturday morning where they started a root canal, but lost a piece of instrument inside my root in the process, so they stopped and said I had to go see a specialist on Monday. What the hell? I was so miserable all weekend long and Mond...

July 11, 2018 How far along: 35 weeks  Baby is the size of a: Honeydew Melon or a kids backpack Total weight gain: Up two pounds this week, total weight gain is back to 36lbs Maternity Clothes? All the way.  Stretch Marks? No! Will I make it four more weeks without getting any? Sleep? Some nights I have to use the restroom twice per night now, which is exhausting. Rolling out of bed or simply turning over is a chore for sure and apparently baby only likes me to lay on my left side, because every time I switch to the right, he kicks like crazy until I turn over. Getting way more tired during the day now too.   Best moment of the Week: Katie gave me some alone time this weekend to just relax and to tackle my to do list, so that was nice.  Movement: All the time! Food Cravings: Nothing unusual. Belly Button in or out: Pretty flat Gender: Sweet baby boy! Symptoms: Backaches, Rib Pains, gettin...

July 4, 2018 How far along: 34 weeks  Baby is the size of a: Cantaloupe or a Basketball Hoop Total weight gain: Somehow I lost two pounds this week, I’m up 34lbs total. Maybe I can stay under 40lbs weight gain this pregnancy.  Maternity Clothes? All the way.  Stretch Marks? No Sleep? It’s okay. Some nights are painful, others are okay.  Best moment of the Week: We had a good weekend and I even got to go out with my friends twice! Katie and I were also in total nesting mode and got a lot of stuff done around the house and purged like crazy.  Movement: Still constantly. He is sitting in the exact spot Fox used to sit in and hurting the same areas on my back and rib cage, just on one side though. Food Cravings: Nothing unusual.  Belly Button in or out: Flattening out Gender: Sweet baby boy! Symptoms: Backaches, Rib Pains, getting out of breath, Braxton hicks contractions, exhaustion. Wh...

June 27, 2018 How far along: 33 weeks  Baby is the size of a: Pineapple or a Junior Tennis Racquet. He was 4lbs, 2oz this week when I saw the doctor! Total weight gain: 36 lbs  Maternity Clothes? My maternity pants are getting a little uncomfortable already, but luckily I have a few dresses that I rotate.  Stretch Marks? Haven’t noticed any yet. Sleep? Could be better, could be worse. I’m not complaining. Best moment of the Week: Katie and I had a date night and saw Jurassic World, I don’t even remember the last time we saw a movie in the theater together!  Movement: The doctor said the area where I feel a body part pushing out, is the baby’s heel. Some kicks are definitely hurtful, but I was in much more pain with Fox. When we watched him on the ultrasound this week, the doctor said he was very expressive with his face, we saw him “chatting” and yawning and blinking.  Food Cravings: Nothing ever sounds g...

June 20, 2018 How far along: 32 weeks  Baby is the size of a: Spaghetti Squash Total weight gain: 34 lbs  Maternity Clothes? Nothing new, although I bought a nursing nightgown and a robe for the hospital this week.  Stretch Marks? Not yet. Sleep? Hit and Miss. Could definitely be worse though if I look back at my 32 week update with Fox. Turning over is a real chore these days. But luckily only one bathroom break per night.  Best moment of the Week: We took Fox on a short trip to California and spent a day at the beach, at Legoland and Disneyland. It was a much needed break from reality for everyone.  Movement: He’s been pushing out his limbs at me this week. Not entirely sure what part of his body it is, but it’s usually in the same spot and very hurtful and hard when I touch the area.  Food Cravings: Nothing special.  Belly Button in or out: In.  Gender: Sweet baby boy! ...

June 13, 2018 How far along: 31 weeks  Baby is the size of a: Head of romaine lettuce or a foam finger (think sports events) Total weight gain: 33 lbs  Maternity Clothes? Katie commented to me that I pull out a brand new outfit every day. I’m so grateful for all the hand me downs I received from friends.  Stretch Marks? Not yet. Sleep? Well, this week I did something to my upper back and neck and I’ve been in so much pain that nights have been pretty horrendous lately. I’m seeing a chiropractor now and I hope that he can help me get some relief soon.   Best moment of the Week: Katie and I were able to go on a couple of much needed dates, just the two of us! It definitely made me feel special and has improved my mood tremendously.  Movement: Constantly! Food Cravings: Nothing special.  Belly Button in or out: In.  Gender: Sweet baby boy! Symptoms: Some backaches, some nightly...

A few weeks ago, one of my best friends hosted a Baby Sprinkle for us. I wasn't going to have another Baby Shower, since we literally have everything we need for him, but I loved that she wanted to throw a party for us to celebrate this baby. I remember how OCD I was when it came to planning Fox's Shower, I was a "Momzilla" for sure and wanted everything to be perfect. Based on that, I was very surprised with myself how little I micromanaged the details of this party and just let Lindsi do whatever she wanted. Lindsi asked if we could have it at our house, so that's what we did.  I loved this candy bar, so cute! These were the favors, custom made button cookies. Lindsi came up with the theme "Cute as a button" and it turned out super adorable. My beautiful wife! We snapped a quick family picture before everyone arrived. This was one of the games we played. You basically got points for everything you had...

June 6, 2018 How far along: 30 weeks – we are in single digits now for the weekly countdown! Baby is the size of a: Cabbage or a Motorcycle Helmet? That sounds a little outrageous if you ask me! Total weight gain: Lost one pound this week, but still up 31lbs.  Maternity Clothes? Nothing new. Mostly wearing dresses these days because pants feel super restrictive to me.  Stretch Marks? Not yet. Sleep? A little better this week. Still only one bathroom break per night.  Best moment of the Week: Getting the nursery somewhat ready and having our baby sprinkle! Movement: All the time. I heard I’m supposed to do count kicks, but I never did that with Fox and feel like I feel this kid constantly anyway, so not sure if I need to do that or how to even do it. I’ve been slacking about reading my pregnancy book this time around.  Food Cravings: Nothing really. I just eat to not be hungry but nothing ever sounds good to me...