July 2015 Moms
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Best Pregnancy Moments
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I personally have a top ten list myself. These are the things that have made pregnancy itself tolerable.
#10 - Shopping for everything. I love buying new things for the baby. And decorating a nursery. Star Wars theme for my little Padawan, Luke.
#9 - The "pregnancy brain" excuse. "Did I sign up for that? Yeah, I totally spaced. I'm so sorry." And I get away with it with a smile and a comment back, "You have a lot on your mind, sweetie." When truthfully, I 70% forgot about it and 30% of me didn't want to do whatever I signed up for...
#8 - My hair grows so fast! My hair takes centuries to grow out but with prenatal vitamins and pregnancy, it looks so nice!
#7 - The built-in dinner tray. Movie nights with my husband at night are always accompanied by popcorn. And the popcorn bowl is right on my tummy. A perfect placement. I don't have to reach uncomfortably anywhere because it's literally right in my face.
#6 - Leaving a restaurant with an actual pregnant belly and not just a "food baby." This has made my eating habits slightly heavier but hey, momma has cravings, sacrificed her body already and knows how to get the weight off when the pregnancy is over. I will eat my food without worrying about calories and carbs!
#5 - When your baby moves slightly away from your ribs for once so breathing is easier. It's the little things.
#4 - (TMI) That morning dump. Feels so good. Not going to lie. It feels damn good.
#3 - Going to the pool. Feeling weightless is pretty much the best. Not a fan of getting out of the pool where I can feel that weightlessness leave instantly. But floating in water is very nice indeed. Not to mention, my boobs look great in a swimsuit. The rest of my body has much to be desired but let's focus on the positives!
#2 - Nesting. Not only is my house super clean but it's also more organized than it has ever been before. All thanks to nesting.
#1 - Fetal Movements. The kicks that just let you know that there is an end to the thing that is ruining your body.
Has anyone else made a list of the positives? Trust me, for every positive I have two negatives but this list helps me realize that I won't be pregnant forever and I can have a little bit of enjoyment while I still am. I want to hear your lists if you got them! Too much negative on here lately.
#10 - Shopping for everything. I love buying new things for the baby. And decorating a nursery. Star Wars theme for my little Padawan, Luke.
#9 - The "pregnancy brain" excuse. "Did I sign up for that? Yeah, I totally spaced. I'm so sorry." And I get away with it with a smile and a comment back, "You have a lot on your mind, sweetie." When truthfully, I 70% forgot about it and 30% of me didn't want to do whatever I signed up for...
#8 - My hair grows so fast! My hair takes centuries to grow out but with prenatal vitamins and pregnancy, it looks so nice!
#7 - The built-in dinner tray. Movie nights with my husband at night are always accompanied by popcorn. And the popcorn bowl is right on my tummy. A perfect placement. I don't have to reach uncomfortably anywhere because it's literally right in my face.
#6 - Leaving a restaurant with an actual pregnant belly and not just a "food baby." This has made my eating habits slightly heavier but hey, momma has cravings, sacrificed her body already and knows how to get the weight off when the pregnancy is over. I will eat my food without worrying about calories and carbs!
#5 - When your baby moves slightly away from your ribs for once so breathing is easier. It's the little things.
#4 - (TMI) That morning dump. Feels so good. Not going to lie. It feels damn good.
#3 - Going to the pool. Feeling weightless is pretty much the best. Not a fan of getting out of the pool where I can feel that weightlessness leave instantly. But floating in water is very nice indeed. Not to mention, my boobs look great in a swimsuit. The rest of my body has much to be desired but let's focus on the positives!
#2 - Nesting. Not only is my house super clean but it's also more organized than it has ever been before. All thanks to nesting.
#1 - Fetal Movements. The kicks that just let you know that there is an end to the thing that is ruining your body.
Has anyone else made a list of the positives? Trust me, for every positive I have two negatives but this list helps me realize that I won't be pregnant forever and I can have a little bit of enjoyment while I still am. I want to hear your lists if you got them! Too much negative on here lately.
Re: Best Pregnancy Moments
My husband and daughter talking to my belly melts my heart.
Baby kicks are the best.
Shopping for 0-3 month summer clothes is so much fun. I didn't get to do tiny baby summer shopping with my first (October baby)
Not stressed over all the details. Unlike my first where everything had to be JUST SO AND READY 8 DAYS AGO. I'm so much more go with the flow this time. And it's making me enjoy things so much more and stop to enjoy more about being pregnant. Cribs not even up yet, but it's all good, baby will survive.
Also. Expectant mother parking spots are everywhere and I use them with pride. 7.5 years ago when I was pregnant with DD they weren't around like this. I'll miss them in a few months.
2. When my husband kisses my belly and talks to our baby
3. Having an excuse to go to bed whenever I want!
4. Eating all the carbs all the time
I love my little guy's kicks in the mornings right after I wake up. It's like he's saying good morning mama I'm up too!!!
1. Feeling her kicks and movements
2. Seeing my mom get so excited about this baby. My dad is more laid back, but he's super excited too LOL
3. The baby showers! So amazed at how my family, friends, and students have showered my baby with love. It's downright touching!
4. This isn't much of a moment, but I gotta say I'm pretty darn happy I haven't had a period since September!!
5. The attention/concern people give
6. Ultrasounds- getting to see the amazing miracle that God has given to me!
thank you for this! a much needed post.
1. thinking of holding a napping new born helps soothe my racing thoughts, before pregnancy I had a very hard time getting over a bout of anxiety.
2. compliments, never knew how much a pregnant woman appreciated compliments until I was pregnant. I will always compliment a pregnant woman, from now on!!
3. popsicles
4. no periods!
5. I have to copy the OP with her #6- I was just commenting on this with my husband after overindulging in a dinner last night: No food babies! AND when you over indulge your pants are already stretchy and comfy.
FTM...31+6 today
1. My little boy's movements are so precious to me. After this many weeks, I still giggle a little.
2. How DH is just as thrilled and excited about everything just like me. He talks to and kisses my belly multiple times a day, treats me like a queen even more so now (he's always had), is the chef and has been more creative with dishes AND desserts! I'm amazed!
3. The compliments: I've been told that I'm one of the happiest pregnant women, I don't even look pregnant when I'm sitting (and that was just last weekend), I've got the glow.
4. Nesting: we've gotten so much done to our house and have kicked it into high gear since finding out we're pregnant. NOW, we are definitely company-ready.
5. Pics- we just took maternity pics and pretty much all of them are keepers. My DH is even more thrilled because he usually doesn't like how professional pics turn out but we are soooo happy and natural in these.... Even the doggy ones came out great!
6. Health: Even though I was health conscious prior to becoming pregnant, I've had a bigger and better reason to now.
7. Coworkers are super supportive and don't let me do too much!
I'm sure there are more ... But I gotta go pee!
DS1 7/24/15
DS2 5/7/17