We went to the beach yesterday. I've never been too keen on going to the beach before. I always assumed it was messy, hot, and the water wouldn't be welcoming since I dislike open water. My dad wanted to make a family day at the beach yesterday, so I got pumped about spending the day with family at the beach. I packed appropriately, as I knew we'd be gone the whole day. We had a huge cooler, chairs, snacks, water, beer for SO and lunch. I didn't know if DS would love it or not. He loved it so much he skipped his nap! He did pass out at 4 for a half hour, but he actually was a pretty good boy (minus the two major tantrums). We had a blast! Since the beach is only a couple blocks away, SO and I agreed that we need to make it more regular to go down there this summer.
I think the worst part of the day was that I couldn't just run after my toddler when he was chasing after the seagulls and play. I have been in so much pain with my lower back lately. Walking has become a feat, sometimes. And running is out of the question. I want a healthy baby who is full term, but I can't wait until Adeline is here. I can't wait to be back to my normal self and be in better shape (we plan to get a YMCA membership and have WAY healthier lifestyles once my 6 week post pardom check up is complete.) I hurt so bad, it's hard to not cry at times. Today I almost fell because my back hurt so bad when I was putting my pants on. I may take a trip down to my old job and have my physical therapist friends adjust me.
I feel like a horrible mom, today. DS is playing quietly by himself and I can't do anything but sit on the couch. If I stand, it hurts sooooooooooooooo bad. Anyone else have this issue? It's not sciatica, from what I've read...just my ligaments and muscles loosening. I had the same issue while pregnant with DS. I went to a physical therapist and he adjusted me, gave me some stretches and I felt better. I'm going to try those. I've been doing a heating pad, but it's just not cutting it as I don't want to be sitting on it all day.
Re: The beach *Edit, PIP*
You just gave me an idea...
What do you think of having an August 2012 Healthy Lifestyle Challenge, somehow? After the babies, of course.
Sounds like fun! I love the beach so much.
I'm having horrible lower back pain as well. And feeling some major pressure on my hips. It's a chore to walk. It usually takes me a few minutes to get out of bed in the morning because I feel so stiff and sore
It hurts to sit for too long, but it hurts to stand for too long, and I can't get comfortable laying down either. I get so frustrated sometimes I cry 
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