Monday, April 30, 2012

23 Week Bumpdate



How far along? 23 weeks.
Total weight gain: 13 pounds and growing!
Maternity clothes? All maternity pants and a few of my regular shirts and dresses.
Stretch marks? none yet.
Sleep: Lots of tossing and turning.
Best moment this week: All of the movement from Harper! Two different nurses told us that we had a very active baby and I now know what they meant.
Miss Anything? Cokes and coffee even though I never drank coffee. It's funny that it sounds so good to me now.
Movement: Yes!!
Food cravings: I can't stop thinking about sweets. Seriously, it's sad. The past few days I have had the random thought of sprinkles, a banana smoothie, and my mom's homemade peach cobbler. I think I will have to splurge soon.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not today haha.
Gender: Think PINK.
Labor Signs: No and want it to stay that way.
Symptoms: Still with the back and leg pain.
Belly Button in or out? Just barely in.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: I couldn't be happier or more excited!
Looking forward to: Our next doctor's appointment on Tuesday!
 

Sunday, April 29, 2012

Double Blessings

This post is long overdue. My very best friend, Jennifer gave birth to two of the most precious babies in February and I couldn't be happier for her, her husband, and their precious family. She had two twin baby boys, Carsen and Conner. They are beautiful and healthy. She is the most wonderful mom and I am taking in all of the advice she has for me. 


My mom and I are going to visit them at the end of May and we are so excited! Not only will I be meeting my godsons for the first time but this will also be great practice before Harper comes. Jennifer and Scott prayed for these miracles and their prayers were answered...twice. God is so great! 


It doesn't get any sweeter than that.

Saturday, April 28, 2012

Those Moments

While I am loving pregnancy and enjoying every step of the way, I am counting down the days to meeting my little girl. I am counting down for all of the what-makes-life-worth-living moments to come. Moments like this...


I am ready for that first glimpse of her, that first time holding her and just showering her with lots of kisses. It's funny because I can imagine the moment, but yet I know it will be more than I could ever dream of. My parents always told me growing up that I would never fully know just how much they loved me until the day I had children of my own. I now know what they meant by that. It's an indescribable feeling to love someone more than anything whom you've never even met. But I do. With even more than my whole heart. So while I will cherish these next three months and all the moments that come with them, I am ready to meet you, my little love. 

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Where Oh Where

I saw this dress and was immediately obsessed. And with Cinco De Mayo coming up, what better time to invest in this pretty?! Prego or not, I would wear it all of the time. What a perfect dress for summer too. Dress it up with a cute pair of wedges or throw on a pair of sandals and go. Now if only I could find it...
If you have any ideas of where to find this dress or where to find one similar, I would looove to know! 

Saturday, April 21, 2012

22 Week Bumpdate


How far along? 22 weeks.
Total weight gain: 12 pounds. This week baby girl is expected to weigh about a pound - yay!
Maternity clothes? All maternity pants and a few of my regular shirts and dresses.
Stretch marks? none yet.
Sleep: I am becoming a little uncomfortable sleeping. The back pain this week has been no fun.
Best moment this week: Harper is moving constantly and I love every second of it. I am just hoping Rick gets to feel her soon.
Miss Anything? 
Not this week.
Movement: Yes!
Food cravings: One of my go-to's during pregnancy is lemonade, particularly Simply Lemonade. I add a little water too it(it's too sweet without) and it's so refreshing. I find myself craving it. I am also on a chicken salad kick.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Nothing that I can think of.
Gender: GIRL!
Labor Signs: No and want it to stay that way.
Symptoms: Still lots of back pain and leg cramps. I also feel like I can feel my stomach stretching out which is a great thing though because it only means Harper is growing!
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: I couldn't be happier or more excited!
Looking forward to: I am so excited to get her nursery going! I have lots of ideas to share. 

Thursday, April 19, 2012

To Cut or Not to Cut

I am seriously thinking about cutting my hair. With it getting hot outside and a looong pregnant summer ahead of me, I just don't know if I can keep the length I have. Plus, I was given "fine" aka THIN hair (lucky me) and the longer it gets, the harder it is to manage. Now I have had short hair before but it has been a while and my hair takes forever to grow. I'm getting it done on Saturday so I guess I better decide quick! Here are the styles I am loving...
I love her. She is so gorgeous and I love the messy look.
It's Heidi Klum. Need I say more?
Lauren Conrad always gets it right. This is a super cute look on her and I am seriously thinking about stealing it.

Thoughts? Are you in for a short "do" this summer?

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

21 Week Bumpdate

How far along? 21 weeks.
Total weight gain: 11 pounds! I think Harper is growing by the day.
Maternity clothes? All maternity pants and a few of my regular shirts and dresses.
Stretch marks? none yet.
Sleep: I am loving my snoogle and it definitely helps. Although, I wake up in the middle of the night and either Ringo is curled up with it or Rick.
Best moment this week: Feeling Harper kick and move. There is no better feeling than feeling your baby move.
Miss Anything? I have never wanted a Coke so badly. I also miss being able to eat rare steak.
Movement: Yes and I couldn't love it more.
Food cravings: I am probably the pickiest pregnant eater. With this being my first I am definitely nervous and have to make sure everything is "baby safe." Unfortunately, that isn't always easy when it comes to eating out so my cravings are very random.
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not today haha.
Gender: Think PINK.
Labor Signs: No and want it to stay that way.
Symptoms: Back pain is getting more and more intense, heartburn, and leg cramps.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: I couldn't be happier or more excited!
Looking forward to: August 24th.


The other day I was so exhausted after work and just had to rest. I swear our dog knows what is going on because he snuggles up to me more now than he ever has before. I worry sometimes about him with a newborn as he is a typical jack russell and has soo much energy. However, this picture reassures me that he is going to be such a lovebug with Harper.

Monday, April 16, 2012

A Few of My Favorite...Brands

Man oh man am I having fun with all of these little girl clothes! I already have a few items for Miss Harper and I had to share the brands with you. Of course if you have any that I have left out, please feel free to share!
This little cherry romper is from Janie and Jack and it was a must. Everything in that store is to die for. I would almost tell you to stay away because it is that dangerous but the clothes are just too darn cute. They get me every single time.
What's an outfit without a matching hair accessory. That's not even a question ;).
A very reasonable place for baby clothes is Carter's. I am a sucker for anything that has a cute little picture on the booty. I also love that it comes with not one but two tops, one for mommy and one for daddy. Too cute!
Kissy Kissy is a more expensive brand but they have the best onesies and sleepsacks. The best is that some of the sleepsacks even convert to onesies. Harper will be so warm and cozy come fall and winter time with these.
How cute can you be?! These little socks are from Mud Pie Baby. They have many different styles and are perfect when the baby is too little for regular shoes.

What are your favorite brands? I'd love to hear!

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Nursery Inspiration

We have so many fun choices and decisions to make and we are just getting started! We have lots of ideas but I want to wait until the nursery is fully finished to show you what we have decided. So for now, I will share a picture of Harper's bedding. I found it at Pottery Barn and it is the Penelope collection. It was love at first sight when I saw the little birdies. I think there are so many colors you can incorporate into the room using this bedding and it just makes me happy!

What are your nursery "musts?"

Sunday, April 8, 2012

20 Week Bumpdate

*One of my very best friends and I at a
crawfish boil this weekend.

How far along? 20 weeks.
Total weight gain: 10 pounds - the doctor told us our baby girl is right on schedule weighing in at ten tiny ounces.
Maternity clothes? All maternity pants and a few of my regular shirts and dresses.
Stretch marks? none yet.
Sleep: I am starting to become uncomfortable when sleeping. I purchased a "Snoogle" this weekend and I am excited to start using it.
Best moment this week: Finding out that we have a little Miss on the way!!
Miss Anything? Cokes still and cheese too.
Movement: Yes!!
Food cravings: Waffles. I had Eggo waffles for the first time in years this morning and they were mmm mmm good!
Anything making you queasy or sick: I got a stomach bug earlier in the week and couldn't eat hardly anything. I lived on saltines, chicken broth, and jello for a few days which was not fun at all.
Gender: A sweet baby girl, Harper Mackenzie.
Labor Signs: No and want it to stay that way.
Symptoms: Back pain, leg cramps, and round ligament pain.
Belly Button in or out? In.
Wedding rings on or off? On.
Happy or Moody most of the time: I couldn't be happier or more excited!
Looking forward to: I always look forward to our next doctor's appointment. I love hearing about Harper and making sure everything is as it should be.

Happy Easter

I hope everyone has a very Happy Easter! We are having a very quiet and lazy Easter Sunday, which is just what we needed. We have had a wonderful weekend with friends and family and couldn't ask for anything more. I have to leave you with a picture from our weekend. We babysat Rick's goddaughter yesterday and she wanted to "practice" before the Easter bunny came to see her.

If you look closely you will notice my husband is wearing bunny ears. Warms my heart to think about him with our little girl. Have a wonderful rest of the weekend all!

Thursday, April 5, 2012

Introducing

Miss Harper Mackenzie Sweatt!! Yes, our sweet angel is a baby GIRL!!!!

For months and months I was told, "You're having a boy!" People told me that because I was carrying low, it meant I would have a boy. I just kind of had it made up in my mind that a girl wasn't even an option.

Fast forward to Monday, April 2nd. Rick and I are with the ultrasound technician. She is explaining to us that baby looks good and everything is as it should be. Then, the moment we have been waiting for. The moment that will determine if we will talk about Gi-Joe, and cowboys, and spaceships or if we are headed down the path of pink, princesses, and tutus. "Do you want to know the sex?" Rick and I both looked at each other and said, "Yes!"...."IT'S A GIRL!!!" Cue the waterworks for this momma. Rick said that he will never forget that look on my face or the light in my eyes at that exact moment.
*I love that she is "smiling" at us in this one.

As you can tell, we are over the moon. Let the baby girl planning begin!

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Summer Staple

Prego or not, I believe maxi dresses and summer just go hand-in-hand. About two years ago I didn't even own a maxi dress and now...I can't have enough of them! Yesterday I needed some form of exercise which these days means walking but I was certainly not in the mood for the gym. Hello retail cardio! And yes, you certainly can burn some calories walking around your favorite mall or store.

Am I the only one who can have a mood lift just by perusing the aisles of Target? I especially love this time of year as the new spring/summer items are out and the Easter candy aisle is pure heaven for this sweet craver. I was looking at all of the new spring clothes when I saw them. Maxi dresses! Here are a few of my favorites:
This one comes in other colors and is so comfortable.
This was in the maternity section of Target but it is a must-have.
I saved the best for last! I love these colors and it had spring written all over it. There was another pattern that had more pastel colors but you put purple, turquoise, and coral together and consider it sold. Happy shopping!