30 Weeks Pregnant & Fun Stuff to Share!

This may be a long one… but with a surprise at the end!

30 Weeks! There is something very exciting about being in the 30’s.  Perhaps because I expect Baby D to make an appearance during the 30’s (c’mon 39 weeks!!), but I’m ok if the little one wants to hold off until 40 weeks, too, I suppose

Ok, let’s get through the basics, because I have some fun stuff to share!

How I’m Feeling: Breathing is more difficult because my lungs are squished.  Energy is harder to come by than it was in the 2nd trimester, but I’m hanging in there. I haven’t had any leg cramps recently and sleep is pretty good, despite the fact that it takes me 2 couch pillows, 1 bed pillow and my snoogle to set myself up for a good night’s sleep!

What I’m Eating: You’ve seen most of it!  More of the same, and really making sure I’m getting in enough protein, as Baby D’s brain is in a growth spurt.  My little one can now perceive information from all 5 senses!  No strong cravings or aversions to report (how dull, right?).

Last night’s dinner: Panko-encrusted halibut, sweet potato, okra & tomatoes

How I’m Workin’ It: I’m staying consistent with the frequency,  but some cardio sessions are now 35 minutes instead of 45-60.  Once the belly starts aching, I listen!  I opted to go for a swim yesterday = brilliant!  I felt weightless for the first time in months!  Oh, and I still love yoga! Say hello to the pregnant ninja!

The Fun Stuff!: We had a co-ed baby shower thrown in Baby D’s honor this past weekend by our wonderful group of Charlotte friends!  We had a blast! There were pink and blue drinks to choose from:

A delicious dinner:

A super cute baby (the best time to get baby fever? When you have one on the way! I love this little one!)

Intense game playing, which was a blast! There was a baby dressing relay, trivia and best of all, a baby-food trying contest. GIRLS WON!

And of course, presents! Spoiled again, Baby D, you were spoiled yet again…

Thanks to our lovely hosts and hostesses! Here I am with a few of them: wonderful girls!!

And lastly, I know, I’m a little long winded today, but I must share some amazing pictures!! Hubbs and I had the opportunity to get a sneak peak at Baby D!!  We had an incredible experience at Lake Norman Imaging and spent 45 minutes staring at our miracle, watching him/her yawn, roll over, and play with his/her hands.  It was the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen and I can NOT wait to hold Baby D in my arms…

please say hello to my sweet baby!

Mid-yawn (yawns were our favorite!)

Check out those chubby cheeks and full lips!

Not liking the sound of jiggling pennies that Roxanne was using to try and make him/her move:

And last, but not least, someone has a silly personality, just like mom & dad, and decided to stick her/his little tongue out at us

Oh I’m just giddy over these pictures!! Thank you for indulging my instinctual mommy-bragging and have a fabulous Thursday!

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