Tuesday, March 29

Bump Watch: Week 21

It's been five weeks since our last bump progression photo!
What a difference FIVE weeks can make.
I'm HALF way there! I can't believe time has flown by so fast.
Our little baby is the length of a carrot this week!!!
Conrad came along with me for my baby bump session with Kacie.
I think I might try to include him in the series from time to time!
My belly sure has grown!
I've been feeling great lately. I am SUCH a different pregnant woman with this baby. I've had strangers come up to touch my belly and I'm all over it. I love it actually, whereas before, with Conrad, I was annoyed and felt violated. It blesses me knowing that my growing belly and this precious baby bring a smile to others, even strangers. I welcome the questions, "How far along are you?" and "Is it a boy or a girl!" Lots of folks think I'm crazy for not finding out the sex, but I still feel really excited not to know.
I've been eating a really strict protein diet which has made me feel SO much more energetic and my weight has stayed right where it needs to be. Dustin cooked me 3 different kinds of chicken last night (ten chicken breasts total!) You would think that was a lot, but last week alone I ate 8 chicken breasts and ran out...I haven't gotten sick of chicken yet! He's been SO supportive of me trying to be as healthy as possible. I'm keeping a food journal also which has helped me feel empowered, knowing that I am resisting the junk and being kind to my body.
This baby is SO lazy compared to Conrad though. I don't get much action. Not a lot of kicks. Just here and there.
I'm hoping this might be a sign that our little carrot is mellow and not a spaz like me.

{Bump at 11 weeks & 16 weeks}


25 comments:

  1. So sweet, Chels
    I can't believe how big C is!!!

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  2. these are beautiful photos!! my favorite so far :)

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  3. we didn't find out the sex of our youngest child either. it was so much fun!

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  4. Can I just say that I love babies in onsies? Something about their chubby little bird legs makes my heart melt :)

    SUCH a cutie.

    You look great too, by the way-- I love that top you're wearing for your photoshoot!

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  5. absolutely beautiful <3

    i can't believe you have passed the halfway point already!

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  6. WOW wow WOW WOW. You are so beautiful.
    Your hair color and length, WOW you just look so... radiant!
    Your sweet baby belly makes me miss you even more. I want to come feel that baby kicking away!

    Love you.

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  7. Yay! So exciting! And you look incredible!
    Big brother is such a sweetie too!

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  8. Not finding out the sex was one of yhe net parts of my entire pregnancy :)
    I love that your glowing and look at Conrad what a big bro already!

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  9. I feel the same way! I havent felt Braeyln much AT ALL maybe 5 times and im still not sure if it was her or gas! My other two I started feeling at 17 weeks. I am kind of worried, but hoping the maybe she will be my mellow one too!

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  10. ADORABLE! What a cute pregnant lady you make!!!!

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  11. awwww, this is sooo sweet <3 it touched my heart!

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  12. Growth spurt for sure! :) I love that you find joy in your pregnancy giving others smiles :) I've never minded either when people touched my pregnant belly...some people (family & close friends) were even surprised when I'd say "feel right here, the baby's moving!" but I couldn't help but share in my excitement! :)

    And I love that you included Conrad in the photo session :) I can tell he is one proud brother <3

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  13. Conrad is looking so adorable in these photos. I love his little face. Especially his lips!

    I'd love to see your food journal/read a post about your diet during this pregnancy. I've never heard of a high protein diet for pregnancy.

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  14. aw, such beautiful pictures! :) more than half way there! ;)

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  15. So, so beautiful! I love this series so much, you are going to cherish them forever. I love that you included Conrad. Glad you're feeling well :)

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  16. A carrot is half way? Whoa, that's crazy!

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  17. first i must say you look stunning ! wow. as for Conrad his chubby thighs are killing me!! so adorable.

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  18. I love the picture where you and Conrad are both holding your tummies! :) ~Sarah (N.) :)

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  19. You look ravishing! And I love the Conrad with carrot shots. You are an adorable pregnant grrrl. I dressed up today, btw, and it feels so good :)

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  20. holy moly, you're cute. you're half way there?!! oh. my. word. that went SO fast, right? you give me hope :) hehe.

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  21. you are the cutest thing!! i heard an old wives tale that if you're craving chicken it's a girl. ;) none of those wive's tales worked on me.

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  22. I die! Seriously, baby plus baby bump is too much :)

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  23. I lOVE your belly updates. they are soooooo cute! and love the carrot theme:)

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  24. Hi! I came to your blog via BObrothers and I was excited to see that we're due within days of each other!! of course, this is my first, so I know it's a bit different for you, but it's nice to find other blogs of women who are due in August! :-) I'm 23weeks1d today! :) congrats on your 2nd little one!! cute pics!!

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