One of my girlfriends, whom is currently expecting her first child, asked me if I had any labor and delivery suggestions and/or information I could share with her. I really wanted to tell her the truth! (1) It's EXCRUCIATINGLY painful (2) I felt like I was going to die and that I was physically incapable of pushing my daughter out (3) I felt like a little troll or the devil was standing behind me and every two minutes decided to stick a butcher knife in my lower back and jiggle it around, while smiling! BUT, I didn't tell her that. I told her as long as her husband was by her side, holding her hand and coaching her throughout the process, that's the best pain reliever there is. That's partly true!lol Mind you, I had a vaginal birth, no epideral and pushed out an eight pounder so my description may seem a little extreme for someone who had a C-Sec or intense meds.
With that being said, once you get to hold your little peanut you realize it is well worth the 300 battle you just went through. When your husband is so proud of you and his heart is filled with nothing but admiration and joy because his wife just endured all that pain and suffering to bring his prince or princess into the world, that is PRICELESS!
So of course, when we first bought her home, I was exhausted! We fell asleep on Daddy and he caught the moment in black and white! LOVED IT and I'm framing it!
Daddy and his sleeping beauties ♥
Sooooo... I basically went from a BASKETBALL:
to a PUMPKIN!
At 155lbs OMG!!! Yes, it is getting harder to move and my hubby has to help me with bras, shoes, etc. But what is more scary is that I still have 70days to go! Meanwhile, EVERY single person that comments on my pregnancy tells me, "she's not waiting until September". Now how do you respond to that?! I have begun the process of getting my hospital bag ready and clearly, my main dilemma is WHAT SHOULD I WEAR for delivery??? (Im so serious.) I need something that is comfy, soft on my skin, suitable for twit pics, easy access for whipping out the girls for feedings and NOTHING "grandma"!
Any Suggestions...?
1.) OMG.. Hanky Panky (Lowrise) are my bestfriends! I normally Hate the lowrise but with a preggo belly it lays comfortably underneath the bump. They're still Very sexy and they keep you out of the preggo granny panty lane.
2.) If you're not a "Thong Princess" and like a little more coverage, try Natori Bliss Lace Girl Briefs! The lace lays flat leaving no unsightly lines, it sits low under the bump and they're flirty and delish (delicous) even with the added coverage.
3.) Sorry girls but even though we LOVE molded cups, Im finding that cut and sew or (sewn) bras are better for preggo chics because the fabric gives and stretches as we get bigger. I just got my Wacoal All Dressed Up underwire bra and my Chantelle C-Chic Demi in the mail and they're amongst my fav's because of the forgiving fabric.
4.) Speaking of huge ever-growing melons, bralettes have also become my go-to for a comfy around the house ensemble. When paired with cute boy shorts it's an (im not trying to be cute-but I am) vibe. The Shimera brand is perfect for this look and comfortable enough to sleep in!
5.) Last but not least, after you get out of a quick not so boiling hot bath tub and slick cocoa butter or my fav, Mustela all over your body, a beautiful but functional negligee is well needed. Something very light, flowy and breathable is what best describes the Arienne brand. The fabric is so delicate and soft, you feel like you're wearing nothing!
*To all the 2012 Preggo Chics, I hope I've helped you find a little more comfort until you meet you're little peanut! CONGRATS!
***PINK***PINK***PINK***PINK***PINK***PINK***PINK***PINK***
This inspired me today along with
I love that nothing really matches but there are feminine and masculine feels in both.
Grabbing some ideas for our new place. It's literally an empty canvas - and I Love that!
