16 weeks! I'm more than excited to be this far along in my pregnancy. Not only do I have more energy, but I feel so much better in general. Although my body is changing everyday, my mind is much more at peace now that I'm in my second trimester.
Let me just say, this dress is getting tight. This thing will not last through forty weeks and I'm pretty sure I'll have to size up by twenty weeks. My belly seems to be getting bigger every single day! A woman actually asked me yesterday when I was due and I couldn't have been happier. If I'm wearing a fit and flare dress and you can see my belly that means I finally look pregnant! I'm also starting to get people who like to rub my belly. I know some people think that's invading personal space but I absolutely love it. As long as I know the person, they're more than welcome to rub it :)
While I haven't had any weird cravings yet, I'm absolutely obsessed with shrimp. I could eat it all day every day... I'm actually cooking some right now! I will admit that I haven't been eating healthy at all. Pre pregnant me could eat whatever I wanted and maintain my size. While I have gained about nine pounds so far, I feel immense guilt that I haven't been feeding my baby with with the healthiest things. I obviously have a discipline issue and I'm hoping to curb that ASAP.
Baby so far is doing wonderful. It has a nice strong heartbeat and growing at a nice pace. Apparently it's as big as an avocado right now? We found out the sex (finally!) and once our family and friends are in the know I'll be sharing with you too. I can't wait to make the announcement!
xoxo
Ashley
so cute! cannot wait to hear what sex is it! :)
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Aww you just keep getting cuter! I can't wait to find out the sex!
ReplyDeleteAlso, I'm happy that you're an "older" blogger! It seems like all of the bloggers are in college or are a lot younger than me.
Mabel
Life of Mabel
Awww you're looking so fabulous. Can't wait to hear if it's blue or pink :) X
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you're feeling better now! Your bump is too cute! Can't wait to find out if it's a boy or a girl :)
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The Tiny Heart
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Excited to see if Baby T is a boy or a girl! So happy for you!
ReplyDeleteThat's exciting! Congrats! I hope its a wittle girl!
ReplyDeleteyou look gorgeous! :-) I'm so excited for you!:)))
ReplyDeleteSo exciting! You're such a chic mama :)
ReplyDeleteGiiiirl you are rocking pregnancy, you look gorgeous!!! And I am so excited to hear what the sex of the baby is, that's awesome that you and the baby are healthy!
ReplyDeleteI think it'd be weird if it was a stranger trying to rub your tummy, but otherwise totally sweet
xJennaD
So cute! Wish you all the luck dear!
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Venoma
Venoma's fashion diary
Aw I'm so happy for you! I can't wait to hear the sex!
ReplyDeleteIt's so beautiful! All the best dear Ashley M-C
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Yay! That's so adorable that he/she is avocado-sized!
ReplyDeleteKate from Clear the Way
I'm excited to hear what you are having too! And isn't the second trimester return to energy nice? You look great!
ReplyDeleteSeriously, you are the most GORGEOUS mom-to-be ever! I'm excited to find out about the gender. Does this mean I can send something else that is less gender neutral? :)
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katrina
thedemuremuse.com
I think it's so sweet that you let strangers touch your belly! You look so very happy!
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It's a baby!
ReplyDeleteYou stopped dying your hair and now you've told the blogosphere that you'll start eating healthier too. Don't feel too guilty; you're doing great! :)
-Nathy @ Earnestyle
You're so adorable as always! And look at that tiny human! So cool! I can't wait for the sex announcement!
ReplyDeleteYou look so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI cant wait to find out if its a boy or a girl! so excited for you!
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Can't wait to find out if it's a boy or girl :) I really love these updates you do, so exciting!
ReplyDeleteOoohhh can't wait to see if its a boy or girl...I am going to guess girl..from the look of your belly..haha. Okay so I have an ultrasound of Mya's spine just like yours...isn't it amazing to see that!?
ReplyDeleteAw, hello Ashley. Just found your blog and so happy I did. Your photos and style are absolutely lovely, and a big congrats to you - you're just glowing!! How exciting you'll be a mama!!
ReplyDeletexo veronika
By The Shore
Lovely photo, you look so happy! And yay for finding out his or her sex! :)
ReplyDeleteAwwee, Ashley! This is SO EXCITING. I laughed reading how you love it when people rub your belly. That's too cute and I couldn't agree more. If I know you well enough, do whatever you want is basically my attitude!
ReplyDeleteOh, and your new hair is gorgeous--it looks so healthy and shiny. Everyone slips up every once in awhile with food--I can tell you're so genuinely concerned and caring, so I know you can get back on track!
Dying to hear the gender! Can't wait (:
Thank you for your kind words--it means so much to know that someone else went through a similar situation.
Have a beautiful weekend and keep us updated!
I cant wait to see if its a boy or girl!! You're truly glowing, woman :)
ReplyDeletexo Ashley
thetiniestfirecracker.com
I have been MIA but congrats on you baby, I'm so happy for u.God bless u and ur baby.
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Aww thanks for sharing the ultra sound photos. Can't wait to hear if it's going to be a mini "Southern (California) Belle" or "Southern (California) Gentleman" Heehee :)
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So adorable!!! The scans look great!!! Can't wait to know the sex of the baby!!! :)
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Wow! It's so pretty:)
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Ooooh I am so curious now. You look gorgeous! :)
ReplyDeleteAww that's awesome! I can't wait to find out if the baby is a boy or girl! That dress is so pretty too! :)
ReplyDeleteFrancesca
Awww congratulations!! This is so stereotypical of me to say, but you really are growing :) Can't wait to hear what it is!
ReplyDeleteMili from call me, Maeby
You look simply gorgeous as a pregnant lady, your skin is glowing. Can't wait to hear the sex!
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-Kati
You are so pretty & glowing....love this look on you!!!
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Beautiful baby bump :-)
ReplyDeleteHey Ashley, pre-congratulations to you!! It must be such an exciting time. Can't wait to find out the sex/name of your baby!
ReplyDeleteHa, I've been obsessed with shrimp for a long, long time.
perfectly priya
It is a great feeling when people start asking when you are due in pregnancy. aw. Then you will get the usual questions that you get tired of answering. I didn't like when strangers would touch my belly. . awkward. Have you had that happen? You look beautiful!!!
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