Pregnancy: 28 weeks

Helloooo, third trimester! Three months seems like a long time to wait to meet the little one, but when I frame it as eleven more weekends without a newborn, that seems like a MUCH shorter amount of time - eeks!

Some pregnancy updates....

-A little after week 20, I had about a week where I just felt off. I was feeling aches randomly and my mood was foul (at best). When I went to open up the pregnancy app for the first time in a few weeks to check out what size the bean was, it also had a paragraph about pregnancy blues that are common given all of the hormonal challenges taking place. While I was still frustrated with myself for feeling so dismal for absolutely no reason, it was helpful to know that it's a real thing. Fortunately, after Thanksgiving I bounced back just fine.

-My sleep has been all over the place. There are some nights that I'll be asleep by 9 get a solid nine hours of sleep and then other nights I'll go down easily but wake up at 4 and be wired. Baby is already taking after me- don't mess with her when she's hangry! She sure let's me know when that's the case.

-My skin continues to oscillate between being relatively clear and looking miserable (although it's cleared up a TON since the first trimester). Regardless of what's going on there on any given day, I feel like I finally have a solid skincare and makeup routine (keep in mind, anything with salicylic acid is a big no-no during pregnancy and it's totally hidden in a lot of skin products!): this cleanser, this serum (If you're shuddering at the price, I did too when it was used on me at the makeup counter and I foolishly added it to the basket without even looking at the price tag, but I swear that it's made a huge difference! I also only use two little pumps a day, so it better last forever.), this moisturizer (TJs for the win!), and then bareminerals liquid foundation followed by a layer of matte powder. Also, this liquid brow filler/tinter has quickly become a favorite product. It's perfect to fill in brows that haven't been tended to in months (ahem....).

-I'm weirdly into reading birth stories and they always, always make me cry in a good way. Part of me wonders if I can try a natural birth, but a lot of the stories of women who do include a fierce team of doula/midwives and we're not taking that route. I guess we'll see when the time comes! I sort of want to live up to my own mom who had a natural birth, but I know that this isn't the time to make my pride a priority :)  Healthy baby = healthy family.

-I'm already starting to get nostalgic about leaving school in April. I really love these kids and I know that I'll have my own little one to occupy me, but it's still hard knowing that I have to leave them! Fortunately I have an awesome sub lined up, so I know they'll be in good hands.

-I'm continuing to be patient and kind with myself about my body changes, which proves difficult on some days! Surprisingly, I've been eating the healthiest and exercising the most these past few weeks, so I'm hoping that translates into a smooth post-baby recovery.

-The nursery is coming along and Sloan has quickly made her mark in there. She jumped up on the chair in there as soon as it was setup and I often find her sniffing around when I'm in the other room. Oh puppy- life's going to change dramatically for you so soon!

-Gap and Old Navy continue to be my go-tos for maternity wear. This cami is an everyday staple and these workout tanks are my absolute favorite (I have a million of the non-maternity ones too, and they're hands down my favorite workout top).

-Lastly, I'd be remiss without mentioning CP. While I don't think I fall under the crazy pregnant lady category, I have had my moments of frustration over random things and he's been good about putting me back in my place. He did comment the other week that he thinks that HE'S had more cravings than I have during this pregnancy! Regardless, it's pretty neat to see him so excited about having a daughter.