25 Weeks Pregnant

Here we are week 25! I swear the days are just flying by. My favorite part of a new week is getting all the updates on my phone from the pregnancy apps. I love reading what is going on with my baby this week. This week she is the size of a cauliflower. WOW! Growing more fat and hair. Speaking of hair… I REALLY hope that old wives tale about having heartburn is true! They say.. if you have heartburn that means your baby is going to have lots of hair ;) 

Let me tell you… my heartburn has been BAD this week! I have NEVER had heartburn before in my life and since being pregnant..well lets just say I really feel for you all out there who get it on a regular basis. My love for buffalo chicken may have to be put on hold for a little while :( 

My cravings for cereal were out of control this week! I remember looking at Ryan one night and saying I really want some shredded wheat cereal. You know the kind with the white frosty sugary deliciousness smothered on top? haha yeah those! BUT I found a better alternative that satisfied my cravings just the same. Thank you Kashi cinnamon harvest! 

So good! 

If you follow me on Pinterest you have probably seen my nursery board and know I add a million things on there every day. This week I really focused on what we want to do for our little princess in her nursery. I am so excited about seeing our vision come to life! We wanted it soft and pink and girly! I love how many ideas Pinterest has and I have found so many cute Etsy shops that I can order from. I can't wait to show you guys her nursery when we have it all completed!

Some Pinterest inspiration :) 

How far along? 25 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: 12 pounds  

Maternity clothes? All about being comfortable these days :) 

Stretch marks? None.  

Sleep: Sleeping good. But I am tossing and turning a little more to try to get comfortable on my sides. I find myself wanting to really sleep on my back but I have been stacking pillows on each side of me so I keep on my sides :)

Best moment this week: Honestly… the best moment was watching my stomach move around! This little girl loves to kick and kick hard! So its pretty entertaining to sit back and watch her go in there!

Miss Anything? You all know by this point I miss my blue cheese and deli subs:) But this week I was okay! 

Movement: Lots and lots AND LOTS of movement! She is the most active at night time and after I eat. 

Food cravings: Cereal!! Kashi Cinnamon Harvest… it is so good!! I could not wait to get a bowl of it in my stomach every day! 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: GIRL

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: Heartburn and acid reflux… yuck! 

Belly Button in or out? Im still counting it as in ;) it hasn't made it all the way out yet ha  

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy! Only moody when I get hungry. 

Looking forward to: Setting up the nursery. We plan on painting soon and her furniture will be here. I have been pinning to Pinterest like crazy lately and checking out some Etsy shops. I can't wait to have it all come together! I also really looking forward to our next doctors apt so we can see our little girl again <3

24 weeks pregnant

I cannot believe I am 24 weeks pregnant! The weeks are really flying by and before we know it our little princess is going to be here. I spend the days wondering what she is going to look like! It intrigues me so much. I do know she is going to have some very blonde hair :)
I have loved every minute of this week! I have been able to remain active and healthy during my pregnancy! I continue to workout every single day with The 21 Day Fix and making healthy choices when it comes to my meals. I am still drinking my Shakeology every day! It really helps me with my sweet tooth right now!

Some workouts from The 21 Day Fix :) 

We also did some shopping this week! It was exhausting but so much fun! We ordered all her nursery furniture and picked out bedding. I cannot wait to show you guys what we have planned for her room! AHHHH I get so excited just writing about it! I will tell you its going to be PINK!!! I know it will become my favorite spot in the house <3

This week I feel like I started to POP! I just woke up one morning and my belly was BAM! I am loving it though! I really do love watching my stomach start to pop out and knowing my little one is growing stronger and bigger every day. I just sit back at times and realize… wow! I am growing this little person inside of me. This tiny little human being is going to look like me and my husband! Its crazy to think about! There is something so beautiful about pregnancy!

As I grow.. so does my closet ;) I love that I get to go shopping for some new pieces but I have been trying to pick pieces out that I already have that I can rock during pregnancy too! Maternity clothes can add up FAST! And they get expensive! I have invested in a few pair of nice jeans and tops but I still want to wear some of my clothes I have!
So… I just decided to shop in my own closet and piece together outfits with clothing I have in there!
For example.. the dress I am wearing in my 24 week picture below was one I have had in my closet for a while but I can still wear it so why not?! :) It's kinda fun shopping in your own closet :)

Hello 24 weeks and round belly :) <3

How far along? 24 weeks!!!

Total weight gain/loss: 12 pounds :) Up another pound yay!! The doctor told me I am right where I should be with my weight gain and I am doing good!   

Maternity clothes? Oh yes! But still finding some pieces in my closet that I can wear. 

Stretch marks? None.  

Sleep: Sleeping great! It takes me a little longer to get comfortable and find a position from stuffing pillows here and there but once I do I am sound asleep :) 

Best moment this week: My doctors appointment! Getting to hear our babies strong heartbeat is always awesome! I love getting to chat with my doctors. My doctors office is just so great! The whole staff makes me feel confident and comfortable .

Miss Anything? A lot this week! Blue cheese ( I know, I know! Its ridiculous isn't it?! ;) ), wine… I would love a nice glass of moscato, a sub from publix, SUSHI!!! Don't worry.. Ryan and I have it all worked out that he will be bringing me all of these things after our little girl is here <3 

Movement: Always movement! Its the best feeling ever! I love being able to see her pop up here and there. Having my stomach move around is still weird and still taking some getting used to it but it is pretty neat! 

Food cravings: Fruits still. I am loving my berries and apples! And hot sauce! But only Franks because Franks hot sauce is the best ;) 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: GIRL!!!! :) :) 

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: Hello heartburn! Im glad you made a comeback this week! :) Nothing a little coconut water can't fix though ;) 

Belly Button in or out? It's still in! But it wants to become an outie. It looks so funny right now!!  

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: I am always happy! 

Looking forward to: The nursery furniture getting here and getting her room all set up!! AHHH I am pinterest all hours of the day and night pinning ideas and planning out where things will go. Her room is going to be so much fun to put together and decorate! I can't wait to see our vision for her nursery come together! And I can't wait to share it with you guys <3 <3 

23 weeks pregnant

How far along? 23 weeks 

Total weight gain/loss: 11 pounds

Maternity clothes? Still rocking my mom jeans ;) I love how comfortable maternity jeans are! I also rock leggings a lot more these days. :) 

Stretch marks? None.

Sleep: Sleep is great! I have been making sure I really unwind before bed. limit my fluids and read and fall right asleep. Except when she is kicking me ;)  

Best moment this week: Seeing my belly move. It was so weird but so amazing. Laying in bed feeling her kick and then seeing my stomach move around as she does. <3

Miss Anything? I am so ready for a nice cold deli sub from Publix. 

Movement: Oh yes! All the time. Doesn't this little girl ever sleep?!

Food cravings: Lots of fruit and taco salads again. There is just something about taco salads that make me happy :)   

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: GIRL!!!! 

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: None really 

Belly Button in or out? In for now… its really wanting to pop out.

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: HAPPY! 

Looking forward to: Painting the nursery. Found the PERFECT color and I cannot wait! This little girls room is going to be BEAUTIFUL 

22 weeks pregnant

How far along? 23 weeks 

Total weight gain/loss: Still around 10-11 pounds deepening on the day

Maternity clothes? Rocking those maternity clothes! I am still able to wear some of my leggings and baggier tops like the one in the picture above, which I love! 

Stretch marks? None

Sleep: Sleeping good! I cut back my water intake about an hour before bed so I'm not up going to the bathroom all night.  

Best moment this week: Talking with family members about coming down when the baby is born. I am so excited for her to make her arrival and have everyone meet her!  

Miss Anything? Blue cheese… I really just want some this week! On wings, salads, right out of the carton, on a burger… mmm

Movement: Lots of movement! This ones active

Food cravings: Fruits! Fresh berries and bananas!!!! I can't get enough fruits 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: GIRL!!!! Yay for pink :) 

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: A little back pain here and there. Mostly at night time trying to get comfortable. 

Belly Button in or out? In

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy

Looking forward to: Doing some shopping for our little princess!

21 weeks pregnant

How far along? 21 weeks 

Total weight gain/loss:  Right around 10-11 pounds.  

Maternity clothes? Oh yes! Maternity clothes are so comfortable :) 

Stretch marks? None.

Sleep: Sleeping good. 

Best moment this week: Feeling our little girl kick. Its always a great feeling to just sit there, relax and feeling her kick. 

Miss Anything? I really wanted a glass of wine this week!

Movement: So much movement! She is a busy body and always moving around. Night time is always fun! 

Food cravings: Nothing out of the ordinary.   

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: GIRL!!!! 

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: none

Belly Button in or out? Still in but definitely going to be turning into an outie! 

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: Always happy 

Looking forward to: Getting her room started and picking out pieces to go in there. Little toys and decor <3 

Healthy Banana Bread… Say What???!

I don't know about you guys but one of my favorite treats is Banana bread! There is nothing better than a warm piece of banana bread. I remember when I was little my mom would always be baking fresh bread and my one request was this stuff!
Since I have been trying to stay on track with my workouts and eating healthy I decided to try to track down a healthier version of banana bread. Most that I tried just did not even come close to tasting the same and disappointed me. UNTIL… I came across this recipe that I have saved and plan on using from now on!
THIS healthy banana bread is so moist, so delicious, so easy to make and husband approved ;)
There is no butter or oil. And no sugars added! So what makes it taste so good? The bananas ;) , applesauce and honey!! These three ingredients give it the perfect amount of sweetness and keep it moist!

So… the moment you have been waiting for… the recipe!!!

The recipe as I said earlier is so simple! You probably have everything sitting in your fridge, cupboard and pantry right now!

This will make 2 8-inch loaves or 1 10-inch loaf

2 large eggs 
1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup, sugar, or other sweetener) I stuck with honey
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cup oat flour (or any other type of flour; gluten-free, all-purpose, or whole wheat)
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (I added a little more because I love cinnamon. But you can add more or less)
1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (this ends up being about 3 bananas depending on the size of your bananas) 
Optional mix-ins (chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts) 

Mix together the eggs, honey, applesauce, and vanilla.

In a separate bow mix together the flour, salt, soda, powder, and cinnamon and add to the wet ingredients.

Mash up your bananas and stir them into the mixture mix well

Everyones in the bowl! YAY :) Add in your dried fruit, chocolate chips and nuts here if you want.

Divide even in the pans. I made one with dark chocolate chips! I just poured the regular better in one dish and then added the chocolate chips in after for the other :) 

bake about 45 minutes for two loaves or an hour for one (you can check with a  toothpick and make sure it comes out clean)

Look at how beautiful that is :) :) :) 

You guys will not be disappointed trying this recipe out! Give a try and let me know what you think! 

*If you want more information about this recipe visit this website: http://www.yammiesglutenfreedom.com/2013/02/secretly-healthy-banana-bread-with.html?m=1