I know this bumpdate is long overdue! I didn’t share much of my first trimester on social media — mostly because we’ve been super busy the last few months and I didn’t have time to take photos or document. While it makes me a tiny bit sad, I also feel like it was good for me to just focus on our family and Grace. She needed it, and now that we are all settled I’m ready to spill!
17 WEEK PREGNANCY UPDATE:
UPDATES
Baby is the size of a turnip! Weighing in at around 5 ounces, I’ve been feeling all of the kicks and flutters. Baby is also most active at night — just like Grace was! I really wish I fit into my clothes, but those days are long gone for now. I packed up my “small” clothes and hope to fit into them sometime next year, haha.
EMOTIONS
Overall, I’m feeling great emotionally. I can’t wait to announce the gender. I’m having all the feels about that. I promise it’s coming soon! I’m not as sad as I thought I’d be about having Grace not be my only babe. I’m strangely excited to see how well she does with having a little brother or sister.
HEALTH/DIET
During the first trimester, all I ate was carbs. I’m talking breakfast burritos, sourdough bread with earth balance, and bagel sandwiches. I’m obsessed with bread. I also had a major aversion to greens or pretty much any healthy food (even my smoothies that I’m obsessed with) Luckily now that I’m in the second trimester, I’ve tapered off on the bread, and I’m back to my old eating habits now (with a sweet treat thrown in there every so often). I do indulge more and try to listen to my body’s needs. I believe in that 100%.
My midwife mentioned the flu shot and I’m glad to report that I will not be getting that. I will, however, practice good hygiene, wash my hands, eat a mostly whole foods diet, and take my probiotics and prenatals!
CURRENTLY LOVING
Anything from Pink Blush! They sent me a package of maternity-friendly goodies, and I’m stoked because they actually fit me. Haha. I’m very tall and when I have a bump, lots of stuff becomes too short for me. The extra length is wonderful, and room for a bump to grow of course!
My raw food prenatal vitamins from Garden of Life! They’re the best — I’ve been taking them for three years (I took them while pregnant with Grace and during breastfeeding too.) I linked them below. I buy them in bulk on Amazon!
Target maternity leggings are another thing I’ve been obsessed with. I linked the ones I just bought — up until this point I had no pants that fit me lol. See below for what I’ve purchased so far that is super bump-friendly! I bought the under-belly leggings in a x-small, and the over-belly moto panel ones in a size small.
SHOP THE POST:
$75 PINK BLUSH SHOP CREDIT GIVEAWAY!
Win a $75 shop credit to Pink Blush! They carry everything from every day clothing for non-pregnant, stylish ladies and mamas, to maternity and nursing-friendly items. I loooove the prints and styles they have for Fall right now. Rules to enter below:
- Use the rafflecopter form below.
- Be honest — I verify all entries.
- Giveaway ends Nov. 6th. A winner will be announced and contacted on this page 24 hours later. Good luck!
Christine Mellinkoff says
October 30, 2017 at 1:48 pmHave fun with 2 babies! It’s the best.
Julie Husson says
October 30, 2017 at 5:38 pmAh I’m so excited for Grace! She’s going be an amazing big sister! 💖
Dee Johnson says
October 30, 2017 at 9:58 pmHello! Very cute dress!
Catelyn says
October 30, 2017 at 10:03 pmWould love to win the pink blush give a way!
Love following your Instagram and Blog!
Kate says
October 30, 2017 at 10:14 pmPink Blush has the cutest maternity stuff!! I am not expecting yet but am newly married and am hoping it will be in the near future so this would be great! Or could share with sisters or friends. 🙂
Living in Color says
October 31, 2017 at 8:52 pmGirl their clothes are so adorable! They have non-maternity too 🙂
Congratulations on the wedding! xoxo.
Kalea says
October 30, 2017 at 10:18 pmI just had my second baby and followed your blog though my whole second pregnancy 🙂 Can’t wait for your gender announcement! I also had ALLLLL the feelings about my first daughter not being my only baby anymore, but seeing her with her baby sister melts my heart on a new level! It is true what everyone says – it’s like a whole new space in your heart opens up to allow for the greatest love you’ve ever know. Congratulations!
Living in Color says
October 31, 2017 at 8:53 pmAwww congrats on baby #2! So you have two girls? Do you just love it? 😉
I’m so happy to have you following me this long! Makes my day to hear that, lady! It’s so hard when they grow up but I’m thankful she’s happy and healthy too!
Crystal Corbin says
October 30, 2017 at 10:20 pmLove the outfit!
Emily B says
October 30, 2017 at 10:23 pmCute post!
Jess K says
October 30, 2017 at 10:24 pmThose are my favorite prenatal too! Vegan!
Ketti says
October 30, 2017 at 10:28 pmGlad to hear you’re doing well!
Amy says
October 31, 2017 at 4:44 amI’m also 17 weeks. I saw this post and thought Facebook is stalking me. Wait, I haven’t really told anyone how far….
Lexi Kreider says
October 31, 2017 at 7:36 pmLove this! I’ve been on the hunt for some good leggings as fall and winter roll around the corner. How do we get added to your pregnant mommas Facebook group??
Thanks for sharing 😊
Living in Color says
October 31, 2017 at 8:50 pmHey girl! Email me or DM me on Instagram 🙂 xoxo.
Allie | LunaVida says
November 1, 2017 at 7:12 amYou look so cute! Love that dress
Bilqees Bano says
November 1, 2017 at 12:05 pmhello dear
Lauren says
November 1, 2017 at 1:17 pmThose vitamins look great!
Julie says
November 1, 2017 at 4:39 pmGreat post and pregnancy update 🙂
Heather says
November 1, 2017 at 8:19 pmMy husband and I are expecting our first child (a precious girl) in January!! 🎀💗 Thank you for the amazing giveaway!
Becky says
November 2, 2017 at 12:30 amI love Pink Blush maternity clothes. They are super cute.
Tiffany Banks says
November 2, 2017 at 4:20 amHello! & welcome to week 17!! I am currently 30 weeks & 2 days 🙂
Shelbee on the Edge says
November 2, 2017 at 9:54 amYou look fabulous! This dress is adorable! And it is so fun to watch sibling interactions as they grow together. I am so excited for you and this new journey!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Julie says
November 2, 2017 at 2:31 pmAbsolutely love this post!
nickie says
November 2, 2017 at 5:03 pmhello, lovely dress
sandra says
November 2, 2017 at 7:53 pmI love the print on the dress.
Anna Pry says
November 2, 2017 at 11:02 pmcongrats, just had my 5th child last month
Latanya says
November 3, 2017 at 1:02 amBeautiful dress
meredith says
November 3, 2017 at 1:16 amhello! what a fabulous giveaway!
Carolsue says
November 3, 2017 at 2:19 amHello! And thanks for the contest. I have several pieces from Pink Blush and they are all so comfortable and well made!
Sarah Hayes says
November 3, 2017 at 4:29 pmHi!! thank you so much for the chance to win!
Rachel says
November 3, 2017 at 4:30 pmI love Pink Blush for both maternity and non-maternity clothing! I’m currently pregnant as well 🙂 I hope you have a great remainder of your pregnancy!!
Barbara Blanton says
November 3, 2017 at 10:35 pmHello! Congrats on your 2nd child 🙂
Katrina Brockavich says
November 4, 2017 at 4:27 amHello! Pink Blush has the softest clothes!!! They are super comfortable and cute.
Shelby Terwell says
November 4, 2017 at 5:17 pmI still have a dress from Pink Blush from my last pregnancy that is amazing, and comfy! They make awesome products! ☺
Wendy McBride says
November 5, 2017 at 1:00 amHello! My daughter is expecting a baby girl any day now and sure could use clothing! We are having a tough time and money is short right now. Love reading your blog. Thanks!
Eileen Boyce says
November 5, 2017 at 1:02 amHello…have a great day!
Julie Terry says
November 5, 2017 at 1:56 amThe dress is beautiful, loved hearing about your pregnancy update and thanks for the giveaway.
Juanita May says
November 5, 2017 at 2:05 amHello! Thanks for the giveaway!
amanda whitley says
November 5, 2017 at 3:50 amhello! you look so good in your photos and love pink blush!
Erika S says
November 5, 2017 at 4:10 amgreat giveaway! I’ve been eyeing Pink Blush for a long time. Great trendy mom clothes.
Allyson Tice says
November 5, 2017 at 4:13 amhello!! congrats!