So I got really excited last week and thought that I had bumped! It literally just popped out randomly! Not even over night, it was literally at 2pm that I noticed. I was actually working out, doing the Superman ab move where you lie on your tummy, and as I extended my arms and legs, it felt really strange. The best way to describe it is like I was lying on top of a small inflatable ball. And this brought me to the mirror where I turned to the side and BOOM! A little tiny BUMP! So. That was exciting. But then the next day it was gone? Apparently this is a thing that happens, and it will be fluctuating for a while, until it’s here to stay! And so. Somewhat of a false alarm, I suppose. But see? That picture was taken last night, and sure enough, I got some bump. Confusing.
I’ve noticed it’s already more difficult doing exercises that involve lifting my own weight, i.e. planks and push-ups. I guess that just means I’ll be even stronger! I definitely am noticing this extra weight I’ve gained. I mean, it’s not a whole lot, it’s actually right on track with what I’m supposed to gain (1 lb a week!) according to my doctor, but holy cow. My arms will be getting stronger, methinks!
I was wearing a plaid button up last week, and one of the top buttons popped open. (Sorry dad/brothers/father-in-law). I just gasped and exclaimed to Zack, in a very excited tone naturally, “That has NEVER happened to me before!!! Like, EVER! In my entire life!” So, needless to say, that may have been the highlight of my week. But really though. I guess it’s a perk, no? (Again, sorry to the men in my family).
Last week Zack and I went to Marshall’s. Innocent enough, right? Well, we went in to return one shirt (ONE shirt) and walked out having spent over $200 and it was almost shameful. Almost. But then, not really, because we made a huge dent in our Christmas shopping! YAY! And also, we got some things we’d been needing, i.e. a pretty new comforter and pillow shams (which are so expensive everywhere else, like what is with that?!) and some gorgeous shabby chic picture frames that are like, me, in a picture frame. So yeah. All necessary. All good. And all going toward my new must-get-rid-of-everything and also de-clutterize-because-I-can’t-stand-clutter and also revamping our room and our lives, because NESTING. Plus, I have set a personal goal to finish Christmas shopping by December 1st. Wish me luck on that one. Probably won’t happen, but goals are good, right?
This weekend we spent Friday night up the hill and watched The Numbers Station on Netflix. It was actually really good! It was a totally random pick (none of us had heard of it before) but you know, that John Cusack, you can’t really go wrong with him. Then Saturday we headed to a luncheon at the winery my dad’s a member of. So much delicious food and fun mingling with people. I went back for seconds and the guys made fun of me for it. Pfft. I got a baby here, folks! Baby really liked that salad and French bread, okay?!
If you’ve been pregnant or are currently pregnant, when did you “bump”?
What’s your favourite part of your body to work out?
What’s the last movie you watched? I’m already getting an urge to watch Christmas Vacation a.k.a. the best Christmas movie ever. Too soon?
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There is a little bump!!!! Ahhhh!!! :)
I knowwww!!! :) It goes in and out though, but it was there! lol ;)
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Been reading your blog for awhile :-) Congratulations on the baby, first of all! I’m 11 weeks pregnant and have a little bump but this is my second. I hear you show faster after the first. :-)
Aw thanks so much, Sue!!! :) I’ve heard that too! Congrats on your baby!!
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Your bump is so so so adorable!!! And Hey to those guys! Baby has to eat, geez haha! I love working my legs, probably because they are the easiest for me HA! I always take the easy way out. I honestly can’t remember the last movie I saw, Oh wait! Last week I watched Hunger Games again :)
Haha right?! That’s what I told them! They were just teasing me, though ;) I looooove working my legs, too!
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a bump!! yayyyy i’m so jealous of you haha i want to be a mamma!
Aww you’re so sweet! Your time will come, pretty girl! No rushing this sort of thing ;)
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oh that bump!! the picture frame idea you’re using to track the weeks is adorable! i think i may just have to steal that someday ;)
Awww thanks!! :) I’d be totally honored if you used the picture frame idea, too!
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Awww look at that little bump!! How exciting!! The last movie I saw was Thor 2, my fiance, my future father-in-law and I went to see a marathon of the first Thor, The Avengers and the premier of Thor 2 on Thursday!
Jamie @
The Growing Up Diaries
Ahhh I still need to watch the first Thor!!!! I’ve heard it’s really good, and me being Norwegian and all, I mean, hi. It’s part of my ancestry! ;)
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They really are fantastic movies, I highly suggest you watch them!
Jamie @
The Growing Up Diaries
They’re on my to-watch list! :)
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yes christmas vacation is the best!! and you look so cute you have BARELY bumped! but too funny how it happened!
“Is Rusty still in the navy?” Ohhhh my gosh, that movie. I can quote like the entire thing, and yet never ever get sick of watching it.
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Aww what a cute bump! I look bigger than this and i’m not pregnant haha! x
Aww haha thanks sweet girl! And no, you’re gorgeous!!
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You are PRECIOUS!!!!!!!!!!! And are going to be nothing but sweet belly!! Good luck with the shopping! I haven’t bought one single thing….I am am sure I will be last minute again this year. It never fails!!
Aww Shanna, you are the sweetest to me!!!! And yeah, I set this goal for shopping, but I am 100% positive I won’t be able to reach it haha if anything, I’ll find something that just screams somebody’s name at the last minute, even though I’ve already got them something! ;) That’s just how it goes!
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Gorgeous pictures! That food looks delicious! And you can find such great deals at marshalls! It definitely makes spending a lot of money feel a little bit better because you can usually get a lot for what you spend!
YES, we spent a lot, but we got SO MUCH good stuff!!! Love Marshalls!
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uhhh 13w 4d and I bumped about a week ago. I think most of its bloat but its hard and feels like baby, lol. You’re super cute with your bump though!
Aww I’m sure your little bump is so cute!!!
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So, I’m not pregnant or planning to be pregnant anytime soon, but I’d be very curious to hear more about how your exercise routine changes while pregnant. For example, you mentioned that you’re not supposed to do planks for much longer, which surprised me as I’d never expect that to be an exercise that is discouraged.
Anyway! Your tiny little bump is adorable, and I can’t wait to see it grow :)
Bailey
I will definitely talk more about it through my pregnancy, as it’s a huge part of my life! :) Glad to hear you’re interested! I have actually done more research and was misinformed in that plank statement- planks actually are okay! YAY. It’s crunches that are a no-no (after the first trimester is over), since they involve lying on your back which can deprive the baby of oxygen! Yikes!!
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OMG IM SO EXCITED FOR YOU TO BE HUGE.
That’s not supposed to sound as mean as it probably did.
<3
hahahaha OMG I think that’s my favourite comment to date.
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Katie you look absolutely adorable!!! Can’t wait to see you continue to show off your sweet bump – you are glowing!!!
My husband and I are in need of a new comforter set…may have to make a trip to Marshall’s. Good luck with the shopping – I need to get started on mine, my work party is the first week of December!!! (Ahh!!)
Aww thank you so much, Amber!! :) And yes, check out Marshalls! We had to hunt, though, and it was actually at the second Marshalls we went to, soooo… You may have some hunting ahead of you ;)
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Your little bump is soooo cute! Are you going to take maternity photos once you’re farther along? You totally should!
Aww thanks Gina! :) And ohhh yes, maternity photos will absolutely be taken!! I’m so excited for that!
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Zoárd insisted on sitting in my lap again… But I cannot be stopped from commenting… :)
You look pretty as always!
I took a picture of myself =and of my husband) every day of my pregnancy but still it is not easy to answer your question.
Bump: maybe 13th-14th week
Movie: The Internship
Fav. bodypart to do workout on: shoulder
xoxo, Eszter
http://kukolina.wordpress.com/2013/11/10/singapore-traveling-with-a-baby/
Aw your little one is so cute!! Thanks doll! And shoulders are one of the hardest parts for me to work out! You’re a rock star!
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AHHH! HI THERE LITTLE BABELING!!!! :)
▼Nicole▼
http://www.hausofharnois.blogspot.com
:) :) :)
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That is the cutest baby bump I’ve ever seen! You’re so gorgeous :) xoxo
Awww right back at you. Minus the baby bump, duh. ;)
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Its been 9 years since I’ve been pregnant so I don’t remember. We are hoping to be blessed with baby soon. I’m addicted to the Hallmark Channel right now!! They are having like a Christmas Movie Marathon like all the time well every afternoon/evening and ALL WEEKEND LONG!! So pretty much when the TV is on its on the Hallmark Channel. Talk about amazing movies!! So the last movie I watched was Naughty or Nice YES it was a Christmas Movie & YES it was on the Hallmark Channel :)
Ahhh I need to check out the Hallmark Channel apparently!!! I always just assumed they were really cheesy and bad? But as per your rec, I will give them a go :)
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I already watched Christmas Vacation! We had my sister and bro in law over a week or two ago and I made hot chocolate and we watched it then.
Yay for the baby bump (kind of) making its appearance!
Soooo jealous that you’ve already watched Christmas Vacation!!! I’m planning on watching it AT LEAST 5 times this year, but probably more like 20.
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