Showered with love

 So everyone might gasp in distaste, but sorry not sorry I helped plan my own baby shower! Most people in our family do not have a ton of money and time to be able to plan a shower entirely by themselves, so I figured why not help cover the cost and get crafty? We decided to go with a fall themed co-ed November baby shower. I know November seems a little bit early for a February due date, but I have never been a fan of baby showers the month before the baby is due. It truly does not give the parents enough time to sort and wash everything, and then save up enough money to buy whatever else is needed. I like the idea of doing a shower two months before baby is due...but who wants to do a baby shower in the middle of Christmas season!? Plus fall is a perfect time to celebrate a new baby with the season of thankfulness! I can think of nothing else to be more thankful for.

Enter tons of craft stores trips, mason jars, burlap, apple cider, and delicious pumpkin cake. Everyone in our family contributed together to throw my baby shower at the very place my husband and I got married, a little log cabin 20 minutes from our home. It was truly special to reminisce our wedding day while celebrating the next chapter in our lives.

There are no words to express the gratitude I have and the happiness that fills me for times like these.

26 weeks

How far along? 26 weeks and 3 days (a little late oops)

Total weight gain/loss: about 18 pounds
Maternity clothes? Wearing lots of maternity clothes and even back brace.
Stretch marks? I have noticed some on the under part of my breasts. Not really surprised haha. 

Sleep: Ok with all the stuff that's been going on I have been so exhausted. 
Best moment this week: Baby shower!!! Seeing all my friends and family loving up on my baby girl :D
Have you told family and friends: Everyone knows
Miss Anything? I'm slightly sad that I can't have some wine with my thanksgiving dinner. This is the best time of the year for some delicious wine!
Movement: LOTS and lots of kicks. Some stronger than others. Starting to feel them higher up. 

Food cravings: Still loving breakfast. Still can't resist Wendy's 4 for 4. I'm liking peppermint a lot lately.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Peanut butter gives me major heartburn.
Have you started to show yet: Definitely feeling huge!
Gender: Girl girl girl!
Symptoms: Back pain.
Labor Signs: Hopefully not for a long time
Belly Button in or out? getting more and more shallow.
Wedding rings on or off? On  
Happy or Moody most of the time: A mix of emotions. Lots of emotions going on.
Looking forward to: Thanksgiving & Christmas!!! :D

24 weeks

How far along? 24 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: about 13 pounds
Maternity clothes? Maternity clothes mixed with some normal clothes.
Stretch marks? Just bought my second maternity massage bar from lush! Going strong.
Sleep: On and off. Back pain is here to stay.
Best moment this week: Hubby is definitely feeling baby girl. I think she is starting to go head down.
Have you told family and friends: Everyone knows
Miss Anything? Eating normal food and feeling normal in general
Movement: LOTS and lots of kicks. Some stronger than others. Right in the crotch

Food cravings: Still loving breakfast. Wendys 4 for 4 deal is my weakness :P

Anything making you queasy or sick: Not a fan of meats.
Have you started to show yet: Definitely feeling huge!
Gender: Girl girl girl!
Symptoms: More stretching pains, back pain, etc.
Labor Signs: Hopefully not for a long time
Belly Button in or out? getting more and more shallow.
Wedding rings on or off? On  
Happy or Moody most of the time: Happy!!
Looking forward to: Getting baby girl's crib, and my baby shower both very soon!