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

20 Weeks Pregnant

What an amazing week this has been! Halfway there… OH MY GOSH!!! The time is flying by and I can't believe it will soon be time to meet our little princess. This week we had our doctors appointment and ultrasound and I cannot even begin to describe the feelings and emotions when we saw our little girl. She has grown so much and was moving all over the place. She would not stay still for a second. It was pretty funny to watch. Her little arms and legs were going all over the place. And we did indeed confirm…  it's a little girl :) No doubts about that!
Seeing her little features. gave me butterflies! Her little nose and chin and hands and feet! AHHH I cannot wait to meet her <3

I have also been feeling A LOT of movement this week. She never sits still! It catches me off guard sometimes she kicks so hard! Especially at night time. She is a night owl like her mama ;) It is the most amazing feeling to be able to place my hand on my stomach and feel her moving. It makes me smile :)

I also have to say…we have the most amazing doctors office! They are always so friendly and reassuring at every single appointment. This week they congratulated us on our little girl and gave us a special little gift. HOW ADORABLE is this hat???! One of the staff members there made it! I cannot wait to put it on her! 

My cravings this week have been a little weird!!! They come out of no where and sometimes its the most random things! I still want my cheese and mustard sandwiches and raisin bran cereal. I actually had this for dinner the other night! Haha so weird right?! Ate it all together and it satisfied me! I am having more of a sweet tooth this week and its been crazy. It doesn't help with the holidays and the Christmas cookies and other sweets I just had to make and have sitting around. 

Let me tell you about this amazing little snack I put together the other night though… Oh my yum!!! Salty, sweet, savory… it is a keeper ;) 

Yes! That is popcorn and peanut butter. On their own they are delicious, BUT… put together… EVEN BETTER!!! I melted a little peanut butter and drizzled it on top of my popcorn. Perfect little sweet tooth snack :) 

I was also told this week to take it easy with my working out as well. So I had to say bye bye to Chalean Extreme. I have been doing Piyo instead and will be incorporating some walking to get my cardio in. Piyo is perfect for me. Its Yoga and Pilates combined and it still gives me a great workout! 

My bump decided to finally make its debut this week :) :) 

How far along? 20 weeks 

Total weight gain/loss: 9 pounds! Woo too! Little girl is growing :)  

Maternity clothes? YES! Did some shopping this week and found some cute jeans and tops. I am ready for some comfort at this point! My little belly just won't fit in my regular jeans anymore… bye bye jeans… see you in a few months ;) 

Stretch marks? None. I have been using my lotions every morning and night before bed. 

Sleep: Sleep is better this week. I have still been having a little back pain and hip pain. My sister-in-law gave me this amazing pillow called the snoogle. It has been amazing! I slept so hard the first couple of nights I used it. it helps support my back and it's just so comfortable to snuggle up to. 

Best moment this week: Seeing little baby P! The ultrasound was soooo amazing! Hearing her heartbeat and seeing her move around was so amazing. Seeing all her tiny little features and hands and feet and fingers and toes… ahhh I just can't even describe how it felt. She was a jumping jelly bean in there so it was pretty entertaining to watch. 

Miss Anything? Subs… just subs. :( 

Movement: This little girl is a tumbler! The movement this week has been crazy! She has been kicking harder and wiggles around in there so much. Who knew something so tiny could make movements that big!? I really feel her the most at nighttime. 

Food cravings: Just cheese and mustard… lots of mustard. The more the better! Raisin Bran cereal and popcorn with peanut butter.  

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: GIRL!!!! Team pink all the way :) 

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: A little back and hip pain. 

Belly Button in or out? In… but its starting to pop out a little bit. It looks so weird right now! haha 

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: So happy!!!! 

Looking forward to: Getting the nursery started! We have our furniture all picked out, the colors and theme we want to go with. Now it's time to start putting our vision together! I can't wait to get it started. 

19 Weeks Pregnant

How far along? 19 weeks 

Total weight gain/loss: Still at 8 pounds! 

Maternity clothes? None! BUTTT… I have been living in my leggings and my jeans are getting wayyy to tight so it will be time for some shopping for some pants at least! I just want to be comfortable! 

Stretch marks? Still none.

Sleep: Sleep was terrible this week! I have started having a little back pain and can't seem to get comfortable at night. I toss and turn and I am up all night. 

Best moment this week: Visiting family and being able to spend time with our beautiful little niece! We were able to drive up and visit her in the hospital and help out. It made things more realistic for us and even more exciting! We can't wait for our little girls arrival! 

Miss Anything? I really just want a nice cold deli sub… that's all...

Movement: Oh yes! I have definitely been feeling our little princess kick! Small little flutters and at times it feels like waves in my stomach. She's doing some summersaults or some kind of tumbling in there :) Every time I try to get Ryan to feel it's like she stops and he can't feel anything. It's pretty funny! 

Food cravings: Nothing crazy this week. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope

Gender: GIRL! 

Labor Signs: Nope

Symptoms: Just a little back pain! 

Belly Button in or out? in

Wedding rings on or off? on

Happy or Moody most of the time: Very happy! 

Looking forward to: Seeing our little girl next week :)