The days sometimes seem to pass more slowly, but the weeks are beginning to fly by. How is that even possible? I’m 29 weeks pregnant, but am beginning to enjoy the counting down rather than counting up- so 11 weeks left!
This week Baby D is the size of a butternut squash at 17 inches long and weighing 3.1 pounds. How much is Mom weighing? 22.5 pounds up from the start. Sadly, not an inch taller 😉
How I’m Feeling
Though I still will claim to be feeling pretty darn good, I can tell I’m slowing down a bit. I’m waking up super early, which is making me sleepy come 3:00pm. I’m not usually taking naps though- just fighting through it.
The oversized beach ball under my dress is making things difficult. Simple tasks, like bending over to pull the laundry out of the washing machine or sitting up from a reclining position aren’t easy anymore.
But, because I must end on some optimism, Baby D’s kicks and wiggles keep getting stronger and I just stare at my stomach for long stretches of time watching it bounce all over the place. I love it! I keep trying to video some movement, but s/he must be a little camera shy 😉
What I’m Eating
You’ve seen a lot of it on W{we}AW and the other food posts this week, but it’s a lot more of the same.
How I’m Workin’ It
It looks a little something like this:
Monday: 45 minute elliptical + 20 minutes weights
Tuesday: 60 minutes yoga
Wednesday: 60 minute incline walking on treadmill + 20 minutes weights
Thursday: 45 minutes elliptical
Friday: Go wild… maybe elliptical or treadmill, maybe the bike. For about 45-60 minutes.
Sat-Sun: OFF. Though sometimes ‘off’ involves some swimming
This Past Week’s Highlights
I had my first baby shower and it was amazing! Family from Green Bay, Indiana, Pittsburgh and all over Georgia came into to join in on the celebration for Baby D. I was truly overwhelmed by the beautiful event and all the gifts we received for our sweet new addition. I’ll let the pictures do the talking!
With my lovely hostesses and Mom! Can you guess who the Nana-to-be is? Hint- she wouldn’t take her hands off my belly! She’s so cute 😉
The scones were to DIE for… so, so so so good.
Can you tell I like purple?
All in all, another fabulous week is now behind me and 11 weeks left until we get to meet this bouncy resident in my belly. With a 3d ultrasound, another shower (!) and nursery progression coming up in the next few weeks, the excitement continues to build!
*Feeling so blessed*
Erin @ The Grass Skirt says
The shower looked wonderfu!! And my goodness- you truly are glowing. You look so beautiful!
Melissa @ Be Not Simply Good says
Very nice. Wow, 11 weeks to go! So exciting!
blackhuff says
Looks like you had a ball at the Baby Shower. You are truly blessed on having such awesome family and friends.
I love that purple dress that you are wearing and that bag goes so well with it 🙂
Anastasia says
You look awesome! Love the dress.
Your baby shower looks like it was so fun! Scones are my favorite thing ever and those do look delicious.
christina says
I Love purple too! Your dress is so cute, and so is the bag!
Brooke @ Veggie Table says
So cute – what a fun shower! I want a scone like right now 🙂
Cait @ Beyond Bananas says
I think you look amaziing! I love your dress.. and I am digging the purple bag you got, too!
Jen says
You look so beautiful, Brittany! And check out those workouts! You are my healthy pregnancy idol 🙂 The shower looks so wonderful. So glad things are going well!
Brittany says
Aw, your so sweet! I don’t know about idol… just doing the best I can. Love reading your updates! Hope to see you again at some point, too, before Baby D arrives 🙂
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
Your shower looks so nice and you looked so great! I’m totally impressed by your working out schedule! That seems pretty devoted! Shows me what I’ll have to do someday to look as good as you when I get pregnant. haha.
Lovin’ the baby D updates!
Caree @ Fit-Mama says
I love baby showers!!! And I LOVE your dress!! you look amazing!!!
Katie H says
Aw you look so beautiful! I love your dress. And your diaper bag- that is adorable!
Sarah says
You are one gorgeous mama! And your workout schedule is inspiring- I need more of that in my life!
Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray says
Ahh! This post *almost* makes me miss being pregnant! Your dress is so cute, and as always, you look great! Looks like a fun shower 🙂 Enjoy everything!
Brittany says
Haha, I understand! I’m trying to enjoy everything I can about pregnancy because there are certainly days I feel like I’m over it- especially when my belly gets achy by the end of the day.
Sam says
Looks like a great shower! You look so pretty in your purple dress 🙂 I could totally go for one of those scones too.
Corey @ runners cookie says
Love the long dress on you!! You look gorgeous! And the shower looks so fun – you must just be so full of excitement right now 🙂 It’s crazy to think the baby weights 3 whole pounds! Amazing.
Samantha @ Health, Happiness & Skinny Jeans says
I love your dress. Its very beautiful and looks great on you!
Maria says
You are rocking that maxi dress! Who says short girls can’t pull those off? 🙂
Looks like a wonderful time! I can’t wait to see what Baby D got!
Brittany says
Short girls unite and take back the maxi dress! I love ’em 🙂
Jen says
love, love, love the last photo of you. beautiful! 🙂
Heather says
You look absolutely beautiful Mama!
RhodeyGirl says
Looks like such a fun party!
Amanda Perry @ Sistas of Strength says
Love your dress and looks like such a beautiful shower! It’s such an exciting time…enjoy every second of it. 🙂
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
love your baby shower dress and your new bag! you look so happy!!
Tiff @ Love, Sweat, and Beers says
Your glowy self looks stunning in that purple dress! What lovely pics. 🙂
Jane Preston says
Brittany, you put us non-pregnant women to shame with your workout schedule!!! That is inspiring!
Your pictures are wonderful and glad you had a good time at your shower.
Oh, have you tried snacking on extra Veggie Gummies to see if that helps your energy level?
Brittany says
I haven’t eaten extra gummies, but I will give your JP powder a try when I get it. Thanks again for sending some my way!
Suzanne says
You look so pretty! How you find the time/energy to work out 5 days a week amazes me. My energy has depleted for sure. Have you started having to literally roll yourself out of bed or off the couch? Ya that is entertaining sight for my husband, I’m sure. I can’t believe we are getting so close! Stay cool (as in out of the heat) 🙂
dana @ my little celebration says
You’re a beautiful mommy! I can’t wait to have kiddos, too!
Katie @ Healthy Heddleston says
You are the cutest! Love that dress on you!
Emily@RunningPerspective says
congrats! you are so inspiring staying so healthy! you look great!
Pure2raw twins says
Love the dress! You are so beautiful! Yay for baby shower – what fun! 🙂 xoxo
Melissa says
Love you in that purple dress! So cute! Purple is your color. 🙂
Lynne @ 365 Days of Baking says
Brittany,
congratulations on your baby! I’m new to your site, and I look forward to following your Baby D updates and your new series. Great idea!
Tina says
You look so great. Love the purple bag.
And I don’t know what it is…but baby shower food is always the BEST. I guess because its so cute.