Fitness clothes during pregnancy

As my belly and baby keep getting bigger and bigger, I've found that working out in clothes that are too tight or don't fit correctly make me uncomfortable within minutes.  At first I wanted my pre-pregnancy workout clothes to still fit, but then my baby belly would start showing from my shirts that were becoming shorter and shorter and my yoga pants that weren't covering my growing body.

Anyway, I hated working out in that clothing and looked at Fit Maternity for some well fitted and trendy pregnancy workout clothes to help me not only feel comfortable during my workouts, but feel covered and appropriate as well.

Fit Maternity has comfortable fitness wear from:

yoga wear, maternity workout pants and capris, swimsuits, maternity workout tanks, girdles and panties, shirts and tops that also can be worn post-maternity and for nursing.... and more 

I chose this Rouched V-Neck Maternity Tee from Ocean Lily.  I loved it, first of all it is SUPER soft and has a four way stretch bamboo fabric that wasn't restricting so I could move all about (especially with my awesome prenatal yoga).  The cut is long (which I don't need because I'm short) but I loved it because as I'm doing yoga or stretching I know that I will be fully covered and not accidentally showing my belly or bottom. The V-neck is not too high or low so I know I'm not showing anything off there as well.  

Fit Maternity also has amazing maternity pants and capris which fit amazing (and I for real wear around everywhere.... like people think I probably don't change haha).  I love these 3 in 1 waist capris which you could comfortably fold under your belly, or bring onto your belly depending which one makes you comfortable.  The reason I don't wear my old capris working out is that the panel was WAY too tight and restricting no matter if I put it above or below my stomach. I love how these capris fit to my body, but will grow with me as my belly continues to pop.

Ahh, "stretchy pants" as Nacho Libre would say. These capris are made from supplex which is shrink and fade resistant, flat seams, and is super soft and can dry FAST.  

And lastly check out their maternity workout tanks! From razer back to nursing bra tanks they have you... and me... covered!

28 Weeks Pregnancy Chalkboard

Third Trimester is here and I feel it... big that is.  I have a hard time bending and getting on my favorite shoes and I'm way uncomfortable and always have to move around to find a comfortable spot.  I'm eating a lot more and feel hot a lot so we have yummy popsicles and a snowie place down the road I go to frequently to stay cool :)  The pool is open so I'll go there, along with doing my prenatal yoga, and walking.

I swear I'm having morning sickness the last few weeks.  Everyday now I have a time where I feel really really sick, but I have my Preggie Pops to feel better. I also have some carpal tunnel in my right wrist and I have low iron from my glucose testing (that stuff was nasty!).

On a more positive note, this week we got another ultrasound including a sonogram.  Our little guy looks so big and it was fun to see his eyes open and shut with his little eyelashes and yawn.  He's moving a TON these days which I love because I know he's ok, my husband has felt him so many times (starting around 22 weeks).  It's really cute seeing him move around.

Inches: 13 inches larger around belly
How I've used my time: redecorating the nursery, preparing for girl's camp, eating/cooking
Cravings: Snowies are amazing and onions, grapefruit, and pineapple makes me feel ill.
Other facts: Feeling big, hard to put on my shoes and bend.  Feeling little one kick a ton and he's pretty active.  Saw him again in an ultrasound, he's looking good and healthy... oh, and is still a boy!

Bucket List before baby

As it's getting closer and closer to baby time, we decided to have a 'bucket list' to make sure we get certain things done before.  It's giving us ideas of what to do this summer and getting things done so we can have little or no stress and not scramble to get things ready for our little bundle of joy. Here is a quick snapshot of the beginning of our list to give an idea.

Bucket list includes two categories:

1) Things we want to do and might not be able to until a little after the baby is born

- like going to the movie theater together, my favorite restaurant, certain hikes or events

2) Things we need to get done/discuss before the baby is born

- like starting a college fund, finishing the dresser, or fixing our car so that expense is taken care of

Let me know if there are other things I should add!

Which Maternity Support will you use?

I know there are many kinds of maternity supports out there.  Some to just wrap around your waist and to discretely hide under your clothes.  Right now I'm wearing the BellyBra which not only hides extremely well underneath clothes, it supports my body and my ever-growing 7 month belly so I can get the support and comfort I need while doing my daily activities.  

Here is one of the awesome BellyBras.  You can choose from a nude color, like the one above, or black or white.  The thick elastic on the bottom is 2 inches long and is shorter in the back so the front fits underneath your belly for a slight/gentle lift feeling.  I loved how comfortable the lift was for my stomach and really relieved some of the weight on my back.

Here is the front and back of the BellyBra, as you can see, it has a built in bra with elastic under the bust.  This maternity support also has a full panel covering the stomach which I think looks smooth and comfortable under clothing like shirts and dresses. As you can see in the back, the elastic is higher and rests in your lower back and the back has a panel that is a 1-way stretch that gently pulls shoulders back.  No hooks or other metals to push against your skin and machine washable!

Prenatal Vinyasa Yoga During Pregnancy

During this pregnancy my working out is extremely limited. There is a huge list of activities to avoid while pregnant, so the two kinds of exercising I do now in my third trimester includes walking and prenatal yoga.

Both of these are low risk for problems to me and the baby and still keeps me active without overdoing it.

Prenatal yoga benefits from the Mayo Clinic: 

Improve sleep

Reduce stress and anxiety

Increase the strength, flexibility and endurance of muscles needed for childbirth

Decrease lower back pain, nausea, carpal tunnel syndrome, headaches and shortness of breath

Decrease the risk of preterm labor, pregnancy-induced hypertension and intrauterine growth restriction

Right now I'm using the Prenatal Vinyasa Yoga video in the middle (blue video).  I love how I can determine my pace for a 15, 30, 40, & 75 minute practice depending on the day and how I feel.  I'll even start the 75 minute practice and after 25-30 minutes pause the video and start there the next day/time. The other two videos have other options you can choose from as well.  

I really like how there are three people in the video doing the poses (one in first, second, and third trimester) so I can follow based on my trimester or my capabilities.  This especially helps me from overdoing it or trying to move in ways my body can't right now.  The short forms give modifications, labor poses, and yoga practices.  I'm really excited to use some of the poses I learned during labor.

From using the videos, I have felt more relaxed and particularly calm about giving birth, from stretching out it has helped my muscles particularly during the night, and I have slept better when I have done some kind of yoga during the day.

Order now to prepare your body for labor, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. Videos from the Prenatal Vinyasa Yoga site start around $13.95 and again are so easy to do from home whenever you have time.

Website: www.prenatalvinyasayoga.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Prenatalyoga 
Twitter: www.twitter.com/prenatalyoga

Tamera and Adam's Celebrity Nursery

I came across this beautiful nursery from celebrity Tamera and Adam on Style Network.  I loved the accents they put throughout the room and their baby blue and tan colors.  They also didn't have an enormous room for this nursery, so it was more relatable for us regular people who want to decorate a room like this.

I think my favorite thing in this room is the "A" initial.  I love the subtle blue color with white and how this would look great in any room as the baby grows up.  I think the A by itself would look a little boring/small for the wall, but having the striped pattern on the wall along with the two framed stars on the side really filled up the space without too much crowding.  If you look around there are many cute accessories from the teddy bears and amazing trunk perfect to keep all of the baby toys in.

This window in the corner of the room would be awkward designing, but the curtains help even it out to make it look even.  

Love this changing table, I love how it's not just one color but has a brown top and the drawers are outlined in the same color.  You can see the red star lights around the mirror (and if you look closely, you can see a cute baby jersey hung up by a blue star) a pop of this red brings your eyes to that point and helps the room give a pop of color. They used red a few times very subtly. 

And here we are back to the crib! What a fun nursery for their little baby.  

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Oko Creations Gift Certificate Giveaway

What is Oko Creations? They are a Canadian family business that uses only the best eco-friendly textiles to make maternity, baby, and other care products. These textiles include organic cotton, hemp, organic merino wool an recycled polyester.  They use reusable and durable products including their tags on their products, packaging and shipping materials, and business cards and advertisements.  

I love how their products are high quality and so cute! Here are some of the awesome products they have, enter now through July 20, 2013 for a chance to win a $25 Gift Certificate.  

1) Baby
For Oko Creations baby products, you can find bibs, changing pads, cloth diaper liners, bibs, and more.  I love the products made from Hemp and Merino Wool which adds such comfort and durability.

Hemp baby wipes

This set of 5 wipes are perfect for changing dirty diapers or can be used for bathing.  One side of the wipes is soft and the other is textured to help clean your little one and still provide comfort.  I love how durable the hemp is and the colorful outlines that come in blue, red, green, yellow, and purple.

Organic cotton hooded towel

Merino wool baby mittens

These mittens are my favorite! They are made from merino wool and have velcro around the bottom to keep in the baby's warmth.  These mittens are so soft and are great for the cold winters and to prevent the baby from scratching his/her face.

2) Women

In Oko Creation's women's section, I absolutely love their hemp diaper bags which are super stylish and fun.  You can also find nursing pads and sanitary pads made from breathable and washable fabrics. 

Hemp diaper bag

Merino wool nursing pads

During lactation, you can go through tons of nursing pads.  These nursing pads from Oko Creations are perfect to have, not only are they reusable and eco-friendly, they are waterproof, breathable, durable, soft, and absorbent. This pack of 6 includes 4 hemp compresses and 2 wool barrier pads to allow you the comfort you need in nursing pads.  

Full set of pads

3) Care Products
Ontop of their great baby and women's products, you can also find care products like makeup headbands (so cute), washcloths, and handkerchiefs.


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