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I planned on writing to you all a lot more this week, but neither of my jobs let me do that. Ah well, guess ya don’t need to hear me talk about clean eats and working out every day, right?

Baby Toma is 23 weeks and is about the size of a grapefruit or papaya. (depending on what you read)

Here’s what Baby Toma has been up to this week:

He is about 11 inches long and weighs about 1 lb. In the coming weeks he will grow and mature at a fast rate. (This has been said the last 3 weeks, ha!)
His blood vessels in his lungs are developing and his lips are becoming more distinct.
His eyes continue to develop but still don’t have any color.

And here’s what’s been happening with me this past week:

Workouts: I did a workout with my friend Stephanie on Monday.

We didn’t go out to eat afterwards this time. We talked about it, but I was exhausted so I planned on going home to nap. After eating lunch, I felt horrrrible. I had a shooting pain coming through my teeth, and it actually hurt so bad it gave me a throbbing migraine. I trained one more client before calling it quits and sitting at home in misery.

First thing Tuesday morning, I made an appointment at the dentist and come to find out, I have to have a root canal. Wah wah. Big thumbs down to that news. I’m on an antibiotic right now and the procedure takes place next Thursday.

I did, however, get in another workout yesterday.

Side note: Is that bump growing or what?

I lifted some shoulders and tris AND wore my heart rate monitor for the first time since being pregnant. I wasn’t sure if it’s safe to wear or not so I’ve been putting it off but I really really wanted to use it so I figured one time wouldn’t hurt. I have a check up appointment at the doc next Friday so I’ll be sure to ask.

Symptoms: Same. Feeling pretty good. Pretty darn good!

Food Aversions: I drank my first cup of coffee over the weekend!

Pre-preg I drank coffee black but this weekend I knew it would have to have something in it for me to try it. The thought of black coffee was not appealing at all. I put in one of those delicious creamers and actually drank a cup or two. I tried it again on Sunday but it made me sick. Ah well. One step at a time.

Food Cravings: Still not craving anything in particular. I have been eating healthier though and I can’t say I hate it.

I actually l.o.v.e. it! Eggs have made their way back in my life, chicken is slowly making appearances, and I had bison this week!

Sleep: I’ve convinced Brandon to let me sleep with the giant body pillow and when I snuggle up with it, I sleep wayyyyy better than without. I hope I don’t get attached and want it after the baby because it really is like sleeping with another person. That thing is massive.

Fun & Weird Stuff From the Week: We’re trying to pick out our bedding. We’re definitely going with a jungle or safari theme but there are a TON of options to choose from so it’s going to be very difficult.

Larabar sent me some of their new protein bars.

I haven’t tried any yet but the flavors sound amazing.

If you didn’t already see it on my facebook page, one of my clients made me dinner and dessert last night!

All I had to do was throw it in the oven and dinner was served! It was one of the best meals I’ve had in a while. She found the recipe on facebook so I’ll try to find it and share it with all of you. I can’t thank you enough, Michelle!!

Really, it’s the little things in life.

Baby Items Purchased: Nothing lately. Since we’ve picked out our theme, baby shower invites should be going out soon!!! *squeal*

Looking Forward To: My next doctor’s appointment. I love hearing the heartbeat and knowing how the two of us are doing.

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QUESTION: Have any of you ever had a root canal? Did it hurt?

Where’s your favorite place to shop for baby items?

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The winner of the Larabar Giveaway is…

Congratulations Elizabeth!! Email me your mailing information.
Note: I should mention this information comes from The Bump and Everyday Family.

Heyyyy!! So I’m a day late but I’m bringing you an awesome deal at the end so stick with me, mmmm k?

Baby Toma is 22 weeks and is about the size of a large banana or papaya. (depending on what you read)

Here’s what Baby Toma has been up to this week:

He is about 7.5 inches long and can weigh up to 15 ounces. In the coming weeks he will grow and mature at a fast rate.
His pancreas and eyes have developed.
His skin is wrinkly but he’ll gain enough weight in the coming weeks to fill it out. (uh oh, I sense another growth spurt!)
His irises don’t have any color but we won’t know his permanent eye color until he’s about 9 months old.

And here’s what’s been happening with me this past week:

Workouts: I did a workout with one of my girlfriends on Tuesday.

I warmed up on the treadmill while she finished her run and then we lifted weights. We did a back-bi work out with some legs. My legs hated me yesterday. They’re not too bad today.

Yesterday afternoon I also ran for the first time since January. *high five*

I know it’s only been a few days but I’m trying hard to keep up with my What’s Beautiful goal. I’d say I’m succeeding so far!

I refueled afterwards with a RTD shake, an orange, and some raw cashews to round out my macros. Thanks to my partnership with FitFluential, Designer Whey sent me some products to try out. Can’t wait to tell you all about them!

Symptoms: Nothing really. Feeling pretty darn good!

Food Aversions: Really.. not much besides coffee. If I had the option of ordering chicken or steak, I’m still going to choose steak but I have found I can tolerate chicken now.

Food Cravings: No “cravings” per se. I guess you could call that dq run a craving once I saw the picture but since I didn’t actually buy anything, I think the points still stand – this week it’s Jolynn = 1. Cravings = 0.

Sleep: Meh. This continues to be a battle, but I’m dealing with it.

Fun & Weird Stuff From the Week: Fun stuff!! If you didn’t already see, we named and announced our boy. He will be Gavin Nicholas. I can’t wait to meet the little (or big) guy!

Also very fun – Brandon and I went to a childbirth class at our hospital this week. I assumed it was going to be about how to care for your baby after birth. I was 110% wrong. It was about how the rest of my pregnancy will go and what to expect during delivery. See what happens when you assume? But even so, I’m glad we went. I got a lot of questions answered – ie when to get an epidural, working out makes your labor easier, etc

And I have to tell ya, after leaving the class, it makes me want to work out every. single. day. If that increases your odds of having an easier labor, sign me up please.

Baby Items Purchased: Nothing since my big shopping trip but our friends continue to bless us with gifts. We got an adorable zip up hoodie from Gap, some socks, a hat, a diaper genie, and Michael Jordan socks. Kid’s gonna be pimped out

Looking Forward To: We really really need to pick out our theme for sure. I think Grandma would like to get the ball rolling on the shower. Oh who am I kidding.. I want the ball to be rolling. I can’t wait!

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Ok now who’s ready for a GIVE GIVE GIVEAWAY?

Sometimes you can’t do anything but sing and be merry. You’re alive. The sun is shining. Every day is a blessing. Be happy!!!

As an Ambassador for Larabar, I’ve had the opportunity to share these bars with TONS of people, all of which have fallen absolutely head over heels in love with them. I even had one of my “I hate trying new foods” clients eat one and she. loved. it.

Need I say more?

But in case you missed the first giveaway, here’s your chance to win a 44 of them. Ya, you read that correct. Forty-four!!