weight loss during 9th month pregnancy | STYLE

weight loss during 9th month pregnancy

One of my favorite things to do, while Im out shopping, is to look for little style treasures that are inexpensive but look like I have the goods. Cheap finds that look like quality purchases.
I can splurge and add good pricey pieces to my wardrobe, every once in a while.  But for the most part, with two kids and my husband and I full-time freelancing, our budget doesnt accommodate that too often. So, if I want to change up an outfit or two, this is what I do. Ill go in a random store that I 99.9% of the time would never find myself buying anything from, and Ill put my search eyes on. More times than not, I dont come away with anything. But, every once in a while, I do.

Sometimes, Ill see a pair of earrings, a scarf or a necklace etc. that would totally pass as a Free People gem, a bauble from Urban or have a mock, hand crafted look of unique pieces that I like.  Like not too long ago, I randomly saw a pair of earrings that caught my eye at a retail store that I havent shopped at since I was like 10. I stopped and said to myself, "If those were at my free people store for $35,  Id buy them right now."  They were only $5.  Yep, I snagged them.  Now, every time I wear them, I get countless "ooohs" and "aaaahs." haha. You never know what you might find.

But since last year, when I began the journey of minimalism, I now have to make myself really think about the purchase, no matter how small, before I buy it.  I dont want to let myself hoard or collect clutter, anymore.  By being more intentional, this helps guarantee that I really love it and can wear it with almost everything.  Hope some of my little tips here will help you stretch your wardrobe and inspire you to shop with new eyes. ;)

Happy treasure hunting mommas, loves and friends!


 jacket / forever 21(i know…who would have thought? $20! what?! no worries with painting in this.)
acid wash skinnies / h&m
moccasins / Minnetonka
Silver feather necklace / claires. ( are you laughing? i am. $3 guys and it doesnt look or feel cheap!)
hat / forever 21 (I havent shopped there in 2 years but I kinda made bank there this winter.)
crystal necklace /  Velvet (seriously my new all time fav etsy shop! Everything is gorgeous and affordable!) 
feather ear cuff /  Velvet (seriously my new all time fav etsy shop! Everything is gorgeous and affordable!) 
fabric bangle / fair trade, whole foods
tunic top / h&m

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maintaining weight loss during pregnancy | Sparrow Song

maintaining weight loss during pregnancy

Sparrow and her little best friend Isabel. They both have been friends with each other and with Kael since they were born, and they go to school together.  photo by anna naphtali 

Today, in just under an hour actually, one of my favorite little souls is having her third and final open heart surgery. Its 6:45 AM and in just 10 minutes, Sparrow Song, who is 3 years old,  the daughter of one of my best friends, Jessie, will be taken by the doctors and their angel hands to begin the surgery. This is as close to home as it can get for me. Jessie and I were pregnant together, and Ive walked with her through her previous two surgeries. This one is the heaviest to me. I love this little girl as if she were my own.  Kael and Birdie go to school together, her little fire of a personality is a part of the tapestry of our lives. Her adorable, small, raspy voice is kind of my favorite thing ever. (You need to hear her sing Katy Perrys Eye of the Tiger. haha!) Sparrow is a strong, bright little thing. You know it for a fact, if youve ever met her. She is a miracle and will continue to be in all of our lives.

As I pulled into the parking deck of the childrens hospital, it started to hit me. This is actually happening. As I walked in, the sinking feeling in my stomach got heavier. But, once I saw her in her little hospital gown and I heard "HEY JESS!" with that classic coy smirk and her getting down from her daddys lap to give me a hug...my heart was completely lost. I left the room, through the double doors and sobs took over my body. I kept telling myself, "One more. Just one more surgery and then its done. " 

Today, we are setting up camp at the hospital to wait, to pray, to love, to cry, to laugh and to support our friends and our favorite little song bird. Wed love you to be a part of that with us! Were going to overload this waiting room with love, guys! 

Surgery is 4-6 hours long (its the Fontan with a fenestration.)  They stop her heart, put her on a bypass machine and repair what was defected before she was even born: double inlet left ventricle, a transposition of the great arteries and an interrupted aortic arch. Shell be in the hospital for at least 2 weeks. 

There are a few ways you can help and be a part of Sparrows story. You can send encouraging and supporting tweets, emails, letters or messages to Sparrow/her family throughout the day and during her upcoming recovery over the next several weeks. Also, Sparrows big brother Noah, is 4, he loves getting letters and will love delivering them to his sister. ;) Little surprise packages via snail mail are always golden and you can also contribute financially.

Here is a link to Jessies (Sparrows mom)  post CLICK HERE

Hearts to pray for and lift up:

Sparrow Song

Jessie and Mark Mathis (her parents) 

Noah Mathis (Sparrows 4 year old brother)

You can send your tweets to @Jessiemathis or you can send them to mine and Ill retweet them. (@bohobabybump) Put the hashtag #sparrowsong

You can leave a comment to bird or her family under this post and Ill send them to Jessie. 

You can send a snail mail surprise letter or treat to: 

401 Hawthorne Lane  

Suite 110 #200  Charlotte, NC 28204

IDEAS FOR PACKAGES 

*Age-appropriate movies (DVD’s)

*Books & puzzles – the girl LOVES books and puzzles!

*Art & Education – paper, pens, colors, crayons and anything that would assist her in learning how to write her letters, numbers, colors, shapes, etc…  She is VERY interested in learning  and her momma is a teacher, shed rather stoke that fire than let her watch 5 Disney movies a day.

*Anything with or having to do kitties – she’s obsessed. Hello Kitty, stuffed kitties, cats, kittens, lions, tigers, she loves them all.  She sings Katy Perry’s “Roar” everyday.

*Sparrow has a Leapster Explorer and a Leapster Tag – games and books for both of these devices would be a HUGE help!  They are educational and entertaining.

*Sparrow also loves Squinkies – they’re tiny figurines that she collects.

*Flowers, balloons, cards, accessories, and treats

To help out financially click HERE!

Thanks guys!!!!!

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can weight loss occur during pregnancy | Words I Love

can weight loss occur during pregnancy

" ...It is the stories and the cherishing that make us beautiful. May you catch each falling moment in your hands and kiss it as it goes." -Mary Wein These are the Lines of a Story

Those are the last words from an essay that I just read this morning, after a friend posted it on facebook. And now, my heart is a lovely mess. You seriously need to take 5 minutes and read it. I was left in tears. Good tears.  It is too precious and filled my heart with so much truth and love. Written by a mother, embracing her body and the beauty of this story of life. Grab a tissue, the last paragraph was it for me, as she wrote to her son...get ready. I want to raise my boys with this heart and ode to true beauty, helping mold them into amazing future loves and husbands. Its given me a whole new awareness of how I see and treat myself, especially in front of them.  *insert love filled sob here.* Anna, Im so glad you posted this.

Love and happy reading. 

Jess

"These are the Lines of a Story"

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weight loss during pregnancy sign of miscarriage | Food Truck Friday

weight loss during pregnancy sign of miscarriage

Food Truck Friday is one of my favorite culinary and city loves about Charlotte. Every Friday, there is a buzz of life in the air, as masses of people come out to try delicious plates from half a dozen or so, AMAZING food trucks at South End. The experience is half of the deal. When else would you wait 45 minutes in line just to get a small plate of fish tacos or a black bean burger? But, to me...its worth it! There are always friends, familiar faces and sweet puppies to be enjoyed.  I LOVE the loud chaos, the buzz of all the people there and the laughs that fill up the space in the background.

This past Food Truck Friday, a group of my best friends and I met up together to share a bit of picnic blanket in the shade. The sweet and savory smells of everything from tacos to crepes tempted our taste buds. We welcomed in the first day of summer with warm sun, the goodness of true friendship and the sounds of our wild children playing and running everywhere. Their sweet laughs reminded me that in every time of happiness or disappointment, present or up-coming, there is always a simple joy to be found and held onto. Hello Summer darling, Im glad youre here.

-Jess

My beautiful friends, Anna, Jessie, Lauren and Lorean.

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can weight loss happen during pregnancy | That Day

can weight loss happen during pregnancy

Today is *That* Day - as I think of it. That day I was supposed to be having my first child. That day that my husband believes is that "guess date the doctor gives you so you can set up your office pool." Its now 6 years later on *that day* and I can recall my feelings of sadness. Waking up in a hotel room in Washington DC, my consolation prize; crying from my guts and hoping a baby would be brought to me along with room service. It never materialized of course and Eric and I spent a hot sticky day touring the Lincoln Memorial and other wonderful sites.

And now 6 years later, I sit and reflect while Alison is in day camp and Adam is tearing up the backroom. An email from my uncle let me know that a new baby was born today. So the date has now taken on a positive for me. *That* date is now *this* date, belonging to Amanda Lilly, whom I wish a lifetime of love, happiness and peace.

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baby weight loss in first week | HUGE Pregnancy After Loss Giveaway!

baby weight loss in first week

A pregnancy after loss is a trying time, fraught with fear and uncertainty, having lost some of the innocence and excitement of a happy and healthy pregnancy without a history of loss. Unfortunately, very few seem to recognize how difficult it is for moms pregnant again after one or many losses. Its often assumed that our pregnancies will be blissful because were so excited to be blessed with viable pregnancies, but thats just not the case. In many situations, we feel guilty for resenting the morning sickness and any pain or complications because shouldnt we just be happy that our baby is alive this time? Often, were still mourning the babies we lost and while the outside world assumes a new baby will heal us or replace the babies we lost, pregnancy just makes the pain even more acute. Pregnancy after loss is complicated. 

Ive run a few giveaways in the past for moms who have experienced loss but I wanted to run a special giveaway right now especially for moms who are currently pregnant after a loss. Ive partnered with some very sweet and generous women who run small businesses to give you a great giveaway with items for baby and mom. Im so very, very excited about this giveaway and I hope you are too. Please take the time to visit, follow, and make purchases from the ladies who contributed to the giveaway. Its their kind hearts that have made this giveaway possible.  

At the bottom of the page, you can enter the giveaway. (US residents only please.) I ask that only women who are currently pregnant after a loss enter. (Your last pregnancy need not be a loss, I dont have experience in this area yet, but I imagine even after having a living child, subsequent pregnancies will still be hard with my history of loss. If youve ever had a loss and are currently pregnant, please do enter.) I know that that significantly limits the pool of entrants, so even if you cant enter, would you please share this giveaway with others? 

And on to the wonderful prizes! One winner will take them all home. 

$10 credit 

Usborne Books & More Educational Consultant Jessica Compton

Im a stay-at-home-mom of 2 boys and a girl and a consultant with Usborne Books & More. We carry childrens books for all ages. I love being able to share my love of reading with others! Im giving away a $10 credit to my website.

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signed, hardcover copy of Happy, too 

By Your Side Books

By Your Side Books is a line of children’s picture books with timeless themes and inspiring stories. One of the many unmatched elements of By Your Side Books is called, “Talk time, By Your Side" - a family questionnaire section near the back of each book. Our first book, "Happy, too" is a simple story of friendship and the transforming power of happiness, a story for young readers the whole family can enjoy.

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mini lovie blanket

Monkey in the Mailbox

I started really sewing about 4 years ago and have a passion for creating for little ones.  I specialize in custom stuffed animal lovie blankets.  I have always thought lovie blankets were the perfect gift for a new baby, all kids should have something soft to cuddle as they grow.  I am gifting one mini lovie blanket for a special baby.

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item of winners choice 

Blessed Beans Boutique

I am a wife and mother of four children (my beans).  I wanted to start a home based business where I could help support my family, stay at home, and give glory to God at the same time.  The idea to make religious jewelry came to me after much prayer.  Jewelry is a great conversation piece and a great way to spread the word of God.

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"I Am Loved" necklace with 18" ribbon chain 
Rakstar Designs 

Hi, Im Rakhi! I am a wife and mom of 2 young children who works part-time outside of the home. I recently began indulging my artistic side, and Rakstar Designs was born. My hope is that the art and products I offer inspiration for others and serve as a reminder of Gods great love for each and every person. To that end, I am giving away one of my "I Am Loved" necklaces, where the message will lie close to your heart.

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rope rosary in color of winners choice

This Little Light Blog

Hey, Im Jenna! Im 27 and married to my best friend. We have a little guy and another one that should be here any day. Also in the middle of a big move so my etsy shop is currently on "vacation" but I like to blog occasionally and make rosaries in my free time. Id love to get to know you and pray for you.

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$25 credit

Mary & Martha, Yvetta V, Independent Consultant

Yvetta is a stay-at-home mommy and new blogger sharing Gods word in the home. Since 2012 she has been a consultant for a company called Mary & Martha, offering inspirational decor and practical solutions for meaningful entertaining. She is giving away a $25 credit to shop her store.

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watercolor painting, apron, and magnets
Celisolidesigns

I initially started developing my company in the summer of 2013. I derived the name from combining my first and last name. I like designing in so many mediums so I think the name encompasses all I like to create but, Im not limiting myself. I try to learn and evolve with my creations. What I create is inspired with both my love of beauty and faith. So, a lot of it incorporates scripture and Catholic influence with the desire to share God with those who receive my gifts!

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crochet boot cuffs
DropStitch Cafe

I really love to craft with my hands and family and friends suggested that I try and sell my crafts online. So along with local craft shows I have a shop on Etsy

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Flexi Clip of winners choice (up to $20)

Lilla Rose Independent Consultant Mandi Richards (me!)

Ive been selling Lilla Rose hair accessories for almost two years. Our signature product, the Flexi Clip, is beautiful, durable, and comfortable. It comes in seven sizes and will work for ALL hair types, ALL ages, and an endless number of styles. They are perfect for new moms who still want to look put together but have so little time to get ready.

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Again, this giveaway is only for women currently pregnant who have ever experienced pregnancy loss. US residents only. Giveaway will end Tuesday, July 7, 2015. Enter through the Rafflecopter widget below. GOOD LUCK!

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P.S. Id love to do pregnancy loss and pregnancy after loss giveaways like this on a regular basis, maybe quarterly or twice a year, as a way to showcase small businesses and support women through loss. If youd like to contribute to an upcoming giveaway, please send me an email at messywifeblessedlife@gmail.com. Thank you!

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