(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!
Jenny 03.11.2013
Yay!!
To the author of one of my fav regular daily reads. (Yep..you are my lunch break blog!)….congrats to you!!! This is fabulous news. Allllll the best from up here in alberta canada!
Kim Hayes 03.11.2013
So Happy for you both. A baby changes everything …in the most amazing way!
Kelley 03.11.2013
Congratulations! I’ve been waiting forever for news like this! : )
Deena Salvatore 03.11.2013
Yea!! Many congratulations! I remember the utterly joyful feeling I had the moment I found out I was expecting for both my boys. You know . . . I never thought I’d fall in love again, and then my son looked into my eyes. Your lives will never be the same. Relish every single moment.
Joanne 03.11.2013
Such wonderful news, congratulations Kristin!! I’m so happy for you and Ben!
Kristy 03.11.2013
Congratulations! So excited for you both, I read your blog all the time and think it is awesome. Enjoy this exciting time!
Colleen 03.11.2013
Congrats to you and Ben! Love this creative way to annouce the new addition!
Tamara 03.11.2013
Congratulations! What fun news to share and I think we’re all waiting on pins and needles for the gender reveal! Hope the ultrasound went well and all is good. I have my anatomy u/s on Wednesday and we can’t wait!
Amy 03.11.2013
Just reading my Friday emails now! CONGRATULATIONS!! I am very excited for you and Ben. You will be wonderful parents.
Amy Reiss 03.11.2013
Congratulations! I am sure you are the most adorable pregnant lady! Enjoy this wonderful time- it really does goes fast. Looking forward to more posts!
Samantha 03.11.2013
Congratulations so excited for you and Ben!!!!!
Lisa 03.11.2013
CONGRATS!!! Soooo happy for you! Best blessing in the world!!! :)
Brindi 03.11.2013
Sooooo happy for you and your husband! May God be with you on this wonderful journey :)
Alicia McClure 03.11.2013
WOOHOO how exciting! Congrats to both you and Ben. I look forward to hearing more about your new addition :)
Cheryl Miller 03.11.2013
Having a child is the greatest thing you will ever do! Nothing can prepare you for the unbelievable joy they bring into your life. I have two boys, 13 and 16, and I still light up inside whenever they come through the door. Congratulations to you and Ben.
Jess 03.11.2013
Congratulations for your baby!And what a way to announce it ! Really nice article :)
Ashley Wilson 03.11.2013
Congratulations! This is extremely exciting news, I am very happy and excited for you and Ben. May the 2nd half of your pregnancy as great as the 1st half!
tania 03.11.2013
while i read your blog daily, im not a regular commenter; although this wonderful baby news on your instagram and blog certainly marks an occasion to reach out with a comment. You have a wonderful space in this world of blogs; yours is unique, creative and portrays such a positive outlook on fun, food and recipes. hoping you are having a wonderful pregnancy, safe and healthy and wishing you only the utmost of joy for all 3 of you :)
sincerly, one of your devoted readers!!
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Hello, there! I just starting reading your blog within the last couple of months, I do not “know” you, and I STILL cried!! haha
Congratulations to you both! Excited to see if you come up with any wonderful baby recipes?!