(I know, I know – “edition” is spelled wrong – just hear me out!)
Favorite statement: We’re Hungry T-shirt. ‘nuf said. ;)
Favorite tip: 10 Pictures to Take on Baby’s First Day. Beautiful snapshots of an incredibly special day. I especially love the black and white treatment – so classic!
Favorite find: Metallic Suede Booties. If these mini booties don’t make you squeal, I don’t know WHAT will!
Favorite craving: Salmon Nigiri. A big platter of these. In my face. August 1, 2013. Mark my words!
Favorite fashion: Floral Maxi Tube Dress. Usually clothes from Old Navy don’t fit me very well but I ordered this a few weeks ago and it fits perfectly! Can’t wait to live in it (and the other three colors it comes in) all summer long.
Favorite funny: Belly Laughs: The Naked Truth about Pregnancy & Childbirth. I’ve had no less than 5 women recommend this book to me. Can’t wait to crack it open and have a giggle. ;)
Favorite memory keeper. Frame out a huge white board then place baby on top and create a cute caption for when they reach big milestones. Prop against the wall for when they’re old enough to sit up!
Favorite decor: Yellow & Grey Nursery. I am in LOVE with these whimsical drapes, and soothing grey color scheme. Definitely girly, but you could find a way to make it work for a boy, too.
Favorite news:Â In case this week’s Friday Favorites selections haven’t given it away, I have some big news to share with you today. I’m pregnant! :D
AHHH!
Ben and I are thrilled to share the best news of our lives with you today, as we reach the halfway mark of my pregnancy – 20 weeks! I can’t believe it’s already been 4-1/2 months, but what I really can’t get over is the fact that I made it this entire time without spilling the beans (though many of you have guessed correctly over the past couple of months. I suppose the absence of yummy beer and sushi weekends probably gave it away!)
I’ve been feeling great – no morning sickness nor food aversions, or cravings really, except for warm carbs and sushi (obviously). Although Ben did have a dream the other night that he had to drive all the way to New Orleans to get me hot, powdered sugar-covered beignets from Cafe Du Monde. You know I’d do it! he exclaimed while telling me about his dream the next morning. The sweet thing is, he would, though I’m not so sure I’d be craving 2-day old stale beignets by the time he got back. ;)
At any rate, we couldn’t be more excited to become parents, and cannot wait to welcome our new addition (there it is) into the world at the end of July. At times I think, sheesh could 40 weeks go any slower?! Then other times I think, dear God is 40 weeks enough time to prepare us for the life changing event that’s about to take place?! The answer is no, and yes. We have an amazing support system of family and friends nearby, and I couldn’t have asked for a better partner to enter into parenthood with. Ben is as patient and steady as they come, and he will make an incredible Dad.
In even more exciting news, we are finding out the gender TODAY – SQUEE! I have been obnoxiously giddy all week waiting for this day, randomly yelling out to Ben, three more days ’til we find out!, or you’ll braid the best pigtails if we have a girl! every time I think about our appointment. (For the record I will be equally as ecstatic for a boy OR a girl, and just want a healthy babe. Ben too, although he is wearing a blue tie today for “good luck.” ;) )
Regardless of the gender, our baby will be rocking this hip-hop onesie at some point, which I got for Ben when I found out we were expecting. I highly recommend the company New Skool for the hip-hop enthusiast and their children in your life. I ordered this onesie and they ended up sending an additional one plus a couple of adorable bibs for free. Nice!
As excited as I am about having a baby, I do want to note that the tone of this blog will not change moving forward. It will still revolve 99% around family-friendly meals and recipes, as well as workout ideas. The frequency of blog posts might change in the future, but we’ll cross that bridge when we get there, ok? In the meantime, I just wanted to share this piece of good news with you!
Have a GREAT weekend!
April 03.08.2013
Best wishes for a smooth pregnancy, easy delivery and a great epidural (should you want one)! Sounds like you are blessed with a wonderful partner.
Jen A 03.08.2013
Congratulations!! I am 22 weeks pregnant today!
Shandy 03.08.2013
Congratulations!! What a great way to announce it on here. :)
Jacki Noel 03.08.2013
Congrats and hopefully it is not as hot this summer as last! My daughter was born on 7/31 and I remember laying spreadeagled on the floor on the 4th of July and my husband asked if I wanted to go to the 4th picnic….my answer..”No, I just want to lay here and try and stay cool!”
Kris N 03.08.2013
That is awesome! Congratulations! I am aure that a UNI onesie will be in your future. (I am pretty sure you could even get Gamma Phi letters put on one too….) :)
Laura 03.08.2013
Congratulations to you and Ben!! Such great news!! I am sooo EXCITED for you guys…hoping for updates on the reg!
Bonnie 03.08.2013
Congratulations! I’m so happy for you and Ben, you’ll make great parents!
Ari 03.08.2013
Congrats!!! That is so exciting!! I was wondering why there were so many baby themed favorites today :) haha
Allie@LiveLaughEat 03.08.2013
AHHH ZOOOOOMG! Congrats!!! Weee this news was the best bday present a blogger (stalker? ha!) could receive.
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough 03.08.2013
YAYYYY!!! Congrats Kristin and Ben, SO EXCITING. :)
Bethany 03.08.2013
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Becoming a parent is the most amazing gift that life can possibly offer :) Best wishes to both of you as you embark on this new journey!
Katie 03.08.2013
Congratulations! I read every day, but rarely comment. I must admit though, I’ve been wondering … just because you haven’t really had wine/beer in your pictures lately.
gabby 03.08.2013
HUGE congratulations! so exciting!!!! xo.
Sarah 03.08.2013
Congrats! I am so happy for you guys!
Dawn Mather 03.08.2013
Congratulation! So excited for you guys! Can’t wait to read all about life with baby on the blog!
Jodi 03.08.2013
Congratulations!! I wish for you a safe delivery. I figured that you were pregnant when I saw the segment you did on your local TV station and I noticed that your blouse was bigger than usual. Congrats again!
Kel 03.08.2013
Congrats! I was suspecting it soon — happy for you both! And no matter what your blog evolves into – it will be fun to read.
Christie 03.08.2013
Congratulations!!!!!!! I’ll have a few beergaritas for you to celebrate :-)
Brittany 03.08.2013
YAY!!! I bet you are tickled pink!! or blue…?? hehe Congrats to you :) and I totally knew with the first picture…I was like ummm is she preggo?? :) Cant wait to hear all about the little blessing and whether Baby IGE is a girl or boy :)…either way that kid is gonna be stinkin’ adorable! :D
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel 03.08.2013
Congrats!!!! How did you keep this secret from everyone for so long?! :) Good luck at your appointment.