Hello friends! I'm dropping by to share some things on my mind. For those who don't follow me on Instagram, this mama went into Preterm labor (PTL) on Friday morning. Of course it just HAD to be Friday the 13th. I went from 0 to 3.5cm dilated within 10 hours. Once I hit 2cm, I … Continue reading TOL #14: PTL, Coffee, Toddler Fun & More!
Pregnancy
Third Trimester [Twin Pregnancy]
We made it to the third trimester... HOME STRETCH!{27 Weeks} Weight: My pre-pregnancy weight was 155lbs, now I'm at 178lbs for a total of 23lbs gained. So far I weigh a bit less in the third trimester then I did with Samantha. Mental Health: Zoloft has been a blessing. I have been able to think … Continue reading Third Trimester [Twin Pregnancy]
Antepartum Depression
If you're friends with me on Facebook, you will have seen a post about my "antepartum depression." "About one-fifth of pregnant women experience antepartum depression (depression during pregnancy). Depression is a common mental illness in which you feel strong negative emotions — including sadness, loss of interest, and hopelessness — that interfere with daily life for a prolonged period..." … Continue reading Antepartum Depression
Day In The Life: Summer Day w/ My Toddler
It's that time of the week... "hump"day! I haven't done one of these "day in the life of" posts in a while. Now that I've taken my hours down a bit at work, I have more time in the week to spend time with Sammy. Note: we don't follow a "schedule" on playschool or Saturdays … Continue reading Day In The Life: Summer Day w/ My Toddler
Day of Eats: Pregnant Edition
If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you may have seen that we are Team... "YELLOW."We are having another girl and a baby boy and we couldn't be happier! Both babies are doing well and are healthy.*** I don't think I've shared a day of its on this blog. For those who may remember, … Continue reading Day of Eats: Pregnant Edition
Second Trimester [Twin Pregnancy]
We officially hit the second trimester almost a month ago!{15 Weeks} Let me tell you... it gets better for 2-3 days then goes back to be horrible (like 10x's worse) for a day or two. Since this pretty much is the pattern, I've begun to take advantage of those good days. Weight: I'm back at my … Continue reading Second Trimester [Twin Pregnancy]
MIMM #14: I’ve Got Sunshine
"I've got sunshine... on a cloudy day."The marvelous sun has been teasing us these days; sometimes cloudy, sometimes sunny and of course rain. I am looking forward to some beach weather. For now the park with the sandbox will do. ;-)Marvelous is burgers! With twins, my iron levels have been pretty low. I've been trying … Continue reading MIMM #14: I’ve Got Sunshine
Resistance Band Workout [Tabata Style]
Nausea has taken the best of me like I mentioned last week. If I'm home for the day, I am good to workout after 11:00am once my nausea has subsided. My daughter usually naps by noon, so it's a perfect time to get a quick sweat sesh in! I never really used the resistance band … Continue reading Resistance Band Workout [Tabata Style]
Currently: Health & Fitness (1st Trimester)
First trimester... second time around is 100 times worse. Know why? Because there are TWO of them! "Hey mom, you know there's two on here right?"I think I was nauseous and fatigued from about 3 weeks (if I had to guess). At 6 weeks, my morning sickness was through the roof, my migraines have been … Continue reading Currently: Health & Fitness (1st Trimester)
MIMM #13: Babies & Such
Happy Monday friends! There has been so many marvelous things happening this month, that I thought I'd drop by and share a few with you all. The last Marvelous in my Monday post was on November 21st, which was quite some time ago...Marvelous is... Pregnancy Announcements: "Hey mom and dad, if you think I'm trouble, … Continue reading MIMM #13: Babies & Such