27 weeks

Week 27 favorite things! 

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens.. just kidding ;) 

Top Row left to right: Forever 21 Essential Striped Swing Dress. $11.80! How can you beat that!? They are not selling it online anymore, but I have been to 3 malls in the area and EVERY store is has it right now! I purchased this dress in pink and navy. It fits so well, it's breathable and it makes my baby bump look SO CUTE. I'll take a pic when I'm not looking a hot mess to share!
"I'm acute baby" onesie. Etsy. This made me so happy when I found it!! My husband is a total math nerd. I thought it would make his day when he saw it posted on his fb wall! The reaction from our friends and family on facebook was great!!
Mustela stretchmark cream. Purchased at Sephora. My belly is growing by the day!! I am 5'1, 110lbs and was cheering professionally up until 1 month before I got pregnant. This baby is going to be bigger than me! And she has already given me a large bump to carry at 6 months. I am religiously lathering this stuff on my belly, legs, and booty, and so far.. no stretch marks!!! And I must say, its keeping my skin looking healthy and even. Some baby bumps aren't attractive.. and I am proud to show mine off :) My mom has great genes, but I really think my belly looks great because of the Mustela!!

Bottom Row left to right: Colorful Plastic Tumblers! You can find these gems anywhere (Target, Starbucks, Walmart, 5 Below) and let me tell you, I use mine everyday! I don't own this exact assortment, but I do have quite the collection! I fill it with water and if I get bored with taste, they are the exact size of a regular water bottle so I always carry and keep flavored water packets with me (tucked in my glove compartment, one in my purse at all times, a couple of boxes kept at work) to add to my cute little tumblers. These are so much cuter to carry around and sip from than a grocery store brand water bottle!!! You can get customized tumblers too!
And alas...... the Victoria's Secret Semi-Annual Sale!!!!! Starts June 12 but they have already started the bra sale!!! My belly is growing, my boobs are growing, so I am shopping ALL the time! I am so happy the semi-annual sale is finally among us because I have been waiting so patiently to buy VS bras for my new tatas! I bought a slight push up (light pink with lace and rhinestones) for $28.99 (originally $40) and a fully loaded bombshell strapless (off white with a touch of black lace) for $38.00 (originally $60! who pays $60 for a bra!?!?). 




How far along? 27
Total weight gain/loss: 10 lbs!!! Had two appointments this week.. first one told me I gained 12lbs, the second one told me 10. So I have not gained any weight from my last appointment (23 weeks) but holy cow my belly is bigger!
Maternity clothes? maxi dresses! Obvi!
Stretch marks? no thank god.
Sleep: Sleeping well lately. It helps having the windows open at night.. I love a cool summer breeze passing through the bedroom while I sleep!
Best moment this week: this week was rough. The best moment was when my Dr. told me that everything was fine after calling me in for an emergency visit. I am showing early signs of preeclampsia (fancy word for high blood pressure) and I have to see her weekly to make sure my symptoms don't turn into a diagnosis. Upon giving me this news she told me that I absolutely cannot go to Pennsylvania on Sunday (2 days from now). I was supposed to go to Camp Woodward with my allstars and I am so sad to miss it. The girls and other coaches will be gone almost a complete week so I can't wait to see what new skills the kids bring home. In the mean time, I'll be stopping by the gym to make sure things are running smoothly and teach a class or so a night.
Miss Anything? redbull!
Movement: lots! she makes my whole belly jump. I enjoy watching the kids at cheerleading watch my belly.
Food cravings: fruit. peanut butter. (not together)  
Anything making you queasy or sick: my dog's breath. still.
Have you started to show yet: i look like i swallowed a basketball!!
Gender prediction: its a girl! :)
Labor Signs: i hope not anytime soon!
Belly Button in or out? totally out.
Wedding rings on or off? on! no fat fingers for me, they exercise a lot.
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy! :)
Weekly Wisdom: Keep buying clothes as your belly grows until you find the "it" items! I have FINALLY found what makes me happy and that is cotton maxi dresses and extra long tanks from forever21!
Looking forward to: I can tell you that I am NOT looking forward to taking it easy from here on out. Doctor's orders :( Most of you know I was out of the state more than I was in it from Jan-current. I was supposed to go out of town again and she stopped me! It's going to be really hard to stay put and "rest" for the next 3 months... but I'll do anything to keep this baby healthy.