37 Week Bumpdate!

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Woohoo we are officially fullterm! That means that little miss could come at any time since she is fully developed and ready for the outside world :) We are so excited to meet her, but I would like her to stay in until next week!

Dress // Old Navy
It’s crazy how big she (and I!!) have gotten since 36 weeks. Wanna see a side-by-side comparison?
These two photos were taken five days apart!!
And here’s a look at 14 weeks vs 37 weeks. Gosh I was SOOO skinny!
The day we announced she was a girl & me at full-term!
Ok enough of that …. On to my weekly stats!
 
How far along: 37 weeks
Gender: Girl
Weight gain: 35 lbs. woah mama!
Maternity clothes: the same as last week, still struggling to find things that fit!  
Stretch marks: No
Belly button in or out: Out
Sleep: Sleep is good, but my ribs are still very sore and bruised so it takes a bit to find that one comfy spot! The good news is that she finally dropped, so I can breathe again — yay!! This makes sleeping on back an option again :)
Best moment this week: Easter was a really great day, and hosting it in our home was a success! I was definitely bummed that little miss wasn’t here for it!
Miss anything: Beer. Clothes that fit. :)
Movement: Still moving quite a bit, but it’s less rolling and more jabs and punches. I think she’s almost out of room!
Cravings: My cravings are pretty much gone! Although I could still live off sweets!
Looking forward to: My last day at work, and meeting our little girl!
 


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Easter 2014

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I hope that everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend! We were so hoping that we would have a baby, but here I am today  ….. 9 1/2 months pregnant! I’m starting to think she isn’t ever going to come out :)

Some of our Easter décor!
My first Easter meal was a success! I think I made enough food to feed 20 people, so we had tons and tons of leftovers, so I know what we’ll be eating this week haha
Our last holiday as a family of two + Gunner!
Hard to believe this was really our last holiday just us …. I cannot wait to have holidays with a little one. Kids just make things infinitely more fun!
 
 
One last thing, today is Patriots Day and Marathon Monday here in Boston. It’s hard to believe it’s been one year since those horrible events rocked our city. If anything, we are stronger and more resilient than ever before. 36,000 people are running the race this year, 9,000 more than last year! We have several friends who are running, and I am truly so proud of them. Today we stand together as a city united, running for those who can’t and in memory of those we lost. Today, and every day, we are #bostonstrong
 
Stephanie Diorio's photo.

 


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Five on Friday

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Happy Friday y’all! We’ve made it through another week … which means I am one week closer to meeting my sweet baby girl! Not that she’s showing any signs of wanting to come out, but I know she can’t stay in there forever :)

I’m linking up with Christina and crew for my Five on Friday post!

ONE // Freezer Meal Cooking: I finally got around to this yesterday! I probably spent around $70 on all the ingredients and I was able to make 16 meals, plus 24 freezer biscuits and 10 bean and cheese burritos.  It took me four hours (I was so exhausted when I was done!) but I know I will be grateful to not have to worry/think about dinner those first few weeks.
 
All my ingredients laid out and ready to go!

Ziplock bags with instructions! Details and recipes coming in a separate post

TWO // Pedicures: I’ve been getting one every three weeks since January (when I was no longer able to reach my toes …) and today I am splurging on the herbal spa pedicure at my favorite nail salon.
 
Enjoy a custom blend of freshness from our menu of herbs for a relaxing and sensory experience. This service includes refreshing foot soak, nail and cuticle care, exfoliating, callus removal, hot towels and finished with hot stone massage. This Herbal Spa is sure to awaken your senses.
• Rejuvenation • Herbal Detox • Bridal Bouquet • Migraine Relief • Mental Clarity • Relaxing Lavender • Renewing Rose • Wake up with Minty Green Tea• Green Tea Lemon Zapper •
 
I am choosing the “relaxing lavender” and looking forward to an hour of pampering. Come on 3 o’clock!
 
THREE // Easter Dinner: I’m hosting Easter for the first time ever, and have been busy working on my menu this week! Ham, prosciutto wrapped asparagus and scalloped potatoes are what I’m planning on making, so wish me luck! My mother-in-law is bringing dessert although I’m thinking about making some sort of lemon cupcakes. I’m kind of craving them :/

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How delicious do these look??? // Recipe

FOUR // Spring fashion: I truly cannot wait to wear normal, cute clothes again! I keep getting emails with sale alerts from J.Crew and Loft and Gap and it’s killing me! I won’t buy anything since I have no idea what size I’ll be or when, but I’m totally drooling. I’m obsessed with prints and neon colors :)

Factory pleated maxiskirt
Obsessed with this color and it’s 50% off! // J.Crew

FIVE // Wedding season has officially started! We have four weddings this year (two of them Keith is in!), and I’m so happy and excited for our friends getting married tomorrow. The bride is from Keith’s hometown, and the groom is one of my oldest friends. Yes, they met through us! They are so cute together and seriously the perfect match. I’m grateful baby girl has held out long enough so that we can attend their wedding and celebrate with them this weekend!
 
I hope y’all had a great week, and have a wonderful Easter!


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