When I first saw that positive pregnancy test back in November, I was so excited about all of the new things to come with my first pregnancy. One thing I definitely did not expect to have to deal with during my first pregnancy was a global pandemic… When the pandemic first started escalating in March, I was right around 20…
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Throughout my pregnancy, I’ve received numerous comments from friends and strangers that if it weren’t for my belly, they wouldn’t even know I was pregnant. Even my husband, who knows me better than anyone else, has said that I’ve really only had a belly-only pregnancy. Everyone hopes to have that cute belly bump without gaining weight in other parts of…
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The crockpot has to be one of my favorite tools in the kitchen. I love getting a meal prepped in the morning, and then smelling it cooking throughout the day. I probably already make a crockpot meal at least once a week, but knowing that we only have about 4 more weeks until we meet our new baby, I have…
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This last week I have spent as much time as possible in the pool. The larger my belly gets, the better the water feels for my joints, not to mention how refreshing it feels to cool off in the heat. Texas heat and humidity have been making it a challenge to remain active while 35+ weeks pregnant. But working out…
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I always try to make myself a healthy and satisfying breakfast in the morning, including healthy carbs, protein, fruits, and vegetables. I’ve found that starting the day with a healthy meal is important to maintain weight, stay active throughout the day, and make healthier food choices throughout the day. And while I can usually make availability in my schedule to…
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