It began as an ordinary, relaxing Saturday. 9:00am We start our Saturday mornings by going to the farmers’ market to pick up our weekly supply of eggs, meat, and produce, with the occasional loaf of homemade chocolate zucchini bread. We returned home and put the groceries away while our toddler bounced underfoot, pleading, “peas, Evie…
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Preggo Jen: A 33/34 Week Comparison
Still feeling great, but climbing stairs with a toddler on my hip is getting to be a bit of a challenge. I had my 34 week checkup this morning and the Doc says the baby’s head is down and everything’s looking good. Eggroll #2 is definitely a mover and a shaker… some nights I wake…
Preggo Jen: A 25 Week Comparison
It’s funny how this pregnancy differs from the last one in so many ways. I feel great most of the time, but there are days when I don’t have the energy to get off the couch. When I was pregnant with Evie, I remember being high-energy, productive, and invigorated up until the last two weeks…
Somebody’s Nesting Again!
Sooo… I’m nesting again! In case you couldn’t tell, I’ve recently completed a flurry of home projects: my DIY window cornices, revamped dining chairs, upholstered stools, cafe curtains, and a whole slew of upcoming projects are on the horizon. Meanwhile, this is the most important thing I’m working on right now: We’re cooking up Eggroll…
Hello, Watermelon Baby
We’re just 2 days shy of 40 weeks! I couldn’t have asked for a better pregnancy. It’s been truly a joy and Adam and I cannot WAIT to meet our little Eggroll! We’ve been so incredibly blessed. The Dr. says she could make her appearance any day now, so I feel like a ticking time…
Maternity Photos
A couple of weeks ago, we spent the morning with photographer extraordinaire Janet Howard of Janet Howard Studios in Atlanta, Georgia. We’ve worked together on projects before and I’ve always LOVED her work, so when she offered to shoot maternity photos for us, of course I jumped at the chance! Here are a few photos…
Hello, Pineapple Baby
We’re 33 weeks along and I’m finally starting to feel the slightly uncomfortable symptoms of pregnancy. Still, as mild as these symptoms are, I consider myself really lucky thus far. I’ve been starting to feel a little swelling in my legs and feet, so I’m trying to keep hydrated as much as possible. My hips…
Hello, Cabbage Head Baby
We’re 30 weeks along and into the 3rd trimester! Our little Eggroll should be about the size of a head of cabbage. I can’t believe we have only about 10 weeks left… time sure does fly when you’re having fun. Baby is a mover and a shaker… she’s definitely got her Daddy’s energy. She must…
Hello, Eggplant Baby
Everything went well at my Dr. appointment yesterday. We’re at 25 weeks and my weight gain is right on track (17 pounds gained so far). Baby’s heartbeat is where it should be, and all my blood tests have come back normal. Baby should weigh about a pound and a half and is starting to put…
I’m Bringing Sexy Back… With Mom Jeans.
Oh, yes. At 21 weeks, I have entered into the wonderful world of maternity jeans. And as it turns out, I love them! I picked a pair up from Old Navy, on sale with 30% off! Time to put away the uncomfortable skin-tight jeans and break out the “mom jeans!” I have the full panel…
Nursery Mood Board
I’m inspired by this wallpaper for the nursery, which I want to put on the ceiling for visual interest (since Baby will spend most of her time on her back, looking up): Here’s a quick mood board I created for the nursery, in all its yellow/grey birdie glory:
Hello, Heirloom Tomato Baby
We’re 19 weeks along and our little Eggroll should be about the size of an heirloom tomato. Pregnancy has been so kind to me, thus far. Here’s hoping we’ll stay that course. We shall see!
Hello, Apple Baby
We’re chugging along faithfully at 15 weeks and our little Eggroll should be about the size of an apple. I’m feeling better than ever, overjoyed and excited for the future. I’m really enjoying this pregnancy so far; they say the 2nd trimester is the golden one. Yesterday, I had to steal Adam’s deodorant because I…
Hello, Lemon Baby
We’re at 14 weeks and feeling great coming into the 2nd trimester. Our little Eggroll should be about the size of a lemon. My energy level is back to normal and my complexion is settling down. Adam and I went to our first prenatal appointment last Tuesday and were amazed to see our baby on…
Hello, Fig Baby
We’re at 11 weeks in this pregnancy! Our little Eggroll should be about the size of a fig, with hands that will soon open and close into fists. I’ve been experiencing a decrease in symptoms (fatigue, cravings, etc.) these past couple of weeks which makes me a little nervous. I’ve read that as some women…
Hello, Prune Baby
We’re 10 weeks along! Our little Eggroll should be about the size of a prune and has completed the most critical portion of his/her development. Vital organs are in place and are beginning to function, though they’ve still got quite a lot of developing to do. Lately, I’ve been feeling completely normal and it’s worrying…
Hello, Grape Baby
Hello, March! What a surprise! How’d you get here so fast? We’re 9 weeks along and our little Eggroll should be about the size of a grape or an olive. Basic physiology is in place and Baby is now poised for rapid weight gain and plenty of fine-tuning in the coming months. We have less…
Hello, Kidney Bean Baby
We’re 8 weeks along! Our little Eggroll should be about the size of a kidney bean, developing webbed fingers and toes that are poking out from his hands and feet. Still symptomless, for the most part, but I have been experiencing very specific food cravings. One day it’s nachos, another day it’s fruits and vegetables….
Hello, Blueberry Baby
Happy Valentine’s Day! We’re 7 weeks along! Our little Eggroll should be about as big as a blueberry. Hands and feet are beginning to emerge from arms and legs. So far, my symptoms have been next to none… just some breast tenderness, slight fatigue, and more frequent bathroom breaks. Speaking of which… it may be…