For Your Viewing Pleasure (Maternity Photoshoot)

I just had to wear my husband's Baltimore Raven's Flacco jersey!

I am still waiting to get one batch back from the photographer where we shot in a sunflower field. We went to some amazing locations yesterday and I couldn't be happier with how they turned out! Megan Cloudman at Cloud 9 Photography did a fantastic job and I can't wait to see the last batch as well as schedule family photos in the fall with her. 

Jordan was at work all day but we will be getting a few shots with him soon.

My personal favorites are the Raven's jersey and the last picture

DeLeon Springs State Park
DeLeon Springs, Florida

DeLeon Springs State Park
DeLeon Springs, Florida

DeLeon Springs State Park
DeLeon Springs, Florida

DeLeon Springs State Park
DeLeon Springs, Florida

DeLeon Springs State Park
DeLeon Springs, Florida

Bob White Historic Citrus Packing House
DeLeon Springs, Florida

Bob White Historic Citrus Packing House
DeLeon Springs, Florida

Bob White Historic Citrus Packing House
DeLeon Springs, Florida

Bob White Historic Citrus Packing House
DeLeon Springs, Florida

Bob White Historic Citrus Packing House
DeLeon Springs, Florida

Bob White Historic Citrus Packing House
DeLeon Springs, Florida

 XOXO 

Baby Makes Three (28 Weeks)

Hunter Grayson Granados Due 09-12-13
Sorry For No Side Skin Sideview I Just Had To Show St. Louis Cardinals Some Love

How Far Along: 28 Weeks & 3rd Trimester

Baby Size: Head of Cauliflower est. 16 inches & 2.5 pounds (according to What To Expect iPhone
app)

Total Weight Gain: 17 pounds

What Are The Doctors Saying: I had my 28 week visit yesterday and everything is looking great. My glucose test came back negative for gestational diabetes and all my blood work came back looking great except I'm still slightly anemic which means I need to increase my iron rich foods. I am right on track for weight gain and fundus height. I go back July 10th for an ultrasound to check on my ovarian cyst and my 31 week visit.

Clothing: Since I've been feeling under the weather the past few days so I've just been lounging in athletic shorts and t-shirts. For some reason my go to outfit is my Liz Lang maternity jeans, Orlando Magic shirt, and my silver sparkly toms as seen in Baby Makes Three (25 Weeks). I will have to go out and buy some shorts this week since it's starting reach 100 degrees.

Stretch Marks: The battle is lost. I now have one tiny patch but I will embrace my tiger stripes. I am still applying my massage lotion and tummy butter constantly to help the little patch and help prevent others.

Sleep: Two Words: Pregnancy Dreams

Father's Day 2013

Movement: Hunter is moving like crazy no. His favorite position is when I'm laying down on my back. I can also tell that he is loving his daddy. Jordan will talk to him and poke my belly to get him to move and we'll almost always see a reaction. He is most active early in the morning and around dinner time.

Best Moment This Week: This past Sunday was Father's Day and we had a nice home cooked meal of boneless ribs, corn on the cob, and baked beans at home followed by some delicious homemade Snickers Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake made by yours truly! It was Jordan's "first" Father's Day and it was nice being able just to spend the whole day with him.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Heaven

Food Cravings: I always seem to be craving the things I'm not suppose to have. I've been craving lunch meat lately and subway. I haven't made it to Subway yet but I'm sure I'll get there soon. I'm craving a cold cut on italian herbs and cheese loaded with cheese, mayo, lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, black olives, and extra pickles! Yum! The oddest thing is I never use to be able to eat chocolate but I've slowly started eating it in small quantities. I'm loving those little chocolate mousse shooters at Applebee's Bar & Grill and Olive Garden. 

Swelling: Same as it has been the past few weeks. My feet are only swelling now when I'm on my feet to long especially after grocery shopping.

Symptoms: Back pain, back pain, and more back pain. I'm also feeling a lot of pressure in my lower abdomen which could be from him being head down and shifting. I also had a two day span of either a virus or "morning sickness", it was horrible.

Looking Forward To: Sometime next week I am having my maternity photo shoot. We are going to a sunflower field and I just can't wait to do a professional photo shoot. Jordan won't be able to join me since he will be working but we'll do another session with him in a few more days.

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100 Day Challenge Update

100 Days Until Baby

We are no longer on day 100 anymore but there are currently 83 Days left until my due date! I have challenged myself to try and complete a list of 100 items by the time the baby comes. The list is full of baking, crafts, DIY, and life events for me and try to complete by the time the baby comes.

I figured that in the process I would also try to help my family save some money and learn how to make  some homemade necessities. I am no fan of cleaning but it's more fun when you make your own cleaning supplies. I'm hoping that this mini journey will lead to a more energy efficient, organized, and clean household!

I will be updating everyone occasionally on how the journey is going with pictures and the results and links to what I've completed. Follow the link to see the complete list of my 100 Day Challenge.

Here are the items I've completed so far:
22. Get My Florida Drivers License

40. Make A Snickers Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake by Life, Love, and Sugar
      I made this cake for Father's Day and it was a hit. While I didn't make it an 8 inch round cake I used our pyrex container for easy storage of leftovers and less room to take up in the freezer. Our freezer isn't as big as I would like so we have to make do. My father likes anything peanut butter, snickers, and chocolate so I thought this would be a perfect dessert for our dinner. I didn't have one complaint. You can follow the link above to try this easy recipe out at home.

66. Make Homemade Makeup Brush Cleanser by LizMarieBlog
       You can follow the link above to make it on your own. I am in love with it and will never look back. I had both items on hand so the cost FREE. Just use equal parts olive oil and dish detergent (any kind) and place in a plate. Swirl your brushes in the mixture, rinse in warm water, and lay on towel to dry. I used to use Mary Kay Brush Cleaner but I left the lid not all the way closed and now it's completely gone and spilled all in my bag. With this homemade recipe my brushes look and feel brand new and if it's FREE it's for me. I wish I would have thought to take a before and after picture. My foundation brush was so caked that I couldn't even bend the bristles.

75. Officially Change My Name To Granados

91. See My Sister Get Married

Ashlee & Andrew Kay
June 7, 2013

92. See Our Dog Graduate From Obedience Class

Thor even earned his first AKC title of Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

94. Set Up The Changing Table

95. Set Up The Crib

 XOXO 

Baby Makes Three (27 Weeks)

Hunter Grayson Granados Due September 12, 2013
We Just Entered The Third And Final Trimester 

How Far Along? 27 Weeks & 3rd Trimester

15 Inches (That's A Long Cucumber)

Baby Size: This week marks a huge milestone! Up until 27 weeks you measure the baby from the top of the head to his bum. Now we are measuring little Hunter from the head to his little tiny toes. Cucumber est. 15 inches & 2.2 pounds (according to What To Expect iPhone app)

What Is The Doctor Saying? Yesterday, I had my first ultrasound since moving to Florida and the first one since I was 19 weeks along. Two long months of waiting to see my handsome son was just killing me. While it was the first time that I've been to an ultrasound and Jordan wasn't able to come my parents were able to be there. There was a student that was shadowing the ultrasound tech so we had the most detailed ultrasound ever. We were able to see Hunter's brain and the tech showed us the different parts of his brain and even the cerebellum. Everything looked

My 2 pound 3 ounce baby boy

completely normal in the brain so there should be no spinal defects. The most amazing part was being able to see the heart and the four chambers. We saw the aorta and pulmonary valves working and pumping. He was in the perfect position and flipped exactly when we needed him to do. Thanks to the amazing ultrasound tech teaching a student we were able to eliminate 99% of all birth defects. Hunter was weighing in at 2 pounds 3 ounces and is super super healthy with a steady heart rate of 140 bpm.

My ovarian cyst is still there. It was measuring in at 8.5 centimeters. The ovarian cyst was first detected at my 6 week 5 day ultrasound and measured at 8.7 centimeters. While it has gotten smaller, they say it's not going anywhere. I was being monitored every 3-4 weeks at my OB/GYN in North Carolina and will continue to do the same down here. The doctor is also planning to do a 6 week postpartum ultrasound to monitor the cyst and see where we are with scheduling surgery. My next ultrasound is scheduled for July 10th at 7am and I'm hoping my husband will be able to go into work late so he will be able to come with me.

Clothing: I think that I've passed the cute pregnancy phase. I'm starting to outgrow some of my maternity jeans and one maternity shirt. While I'm still in a medium it's still sad to outgrow some maternity clothes. I love wearing some dresses but some shirts and dresses just make me feel like a whale which is why I prefer to wear tighter shirts.

Stretch Marks: Keeping them away week by week! I've made it two trimesters with no stretch marks! I believe that is quite the accomplishment! I still swear by Palmer's Cocoa Butter Massage Lotion For Stretch Marks and Tummy Butter!

Best Moment This Week: WE HAVE A CRIB! We were suppose to pick up a crib and dresser/changing table but the seller decided not to sell it anymore.

Red Fish, Blue Fish, Old Fish, New Fish

 I was so upset because the crib was gorgeous. Well, my hubby surprised me and took me to the store and bought our son a brand new crib and crib mattress. The only thing we are missing is to find a light oak or white dresser. It feels so good to have most of the nursery set up.

Belly Button In Or Out: Still an outie but it's so much fun to pop it out and gross out my husband! I do hope it does pop eventually!

What Do You Love? I'm starting to love my pregnancy boobs. I mean I can barely tell I'm not wearing a bra when I'm wearing a sports bra.

Movement: He's getting more and more active. I've been able to see him still his little foot out and move my stomach. It's still odd to watch my stomach roll when he is really active. I've tried to catch it on video but as soon as I hit record he stops. That little booger.

Food Cravings: Thank You Roo Cup! I have been obsessed with coke slushies from kangaroo gas stations. Right now you can purchase a roo cup and have $0.25 refills. I kept drinking Jordan's so he eventually got me my own! 

Swelling: I only swell in my ankles when I'm on my feet way to long! Today I went grocery shopping and I'm having my first case of cankles.

Looking Forward To: We have finally set the date (well the weekend) for our Florida baby shower! Let the planning begin!

XOXO 

Baby Makes Three (26 Weeks)

Hunter Grayson Granados
Due September 12, 2013

How Far Along Are You? 26 Weeks

Baby Size? Eggplant est. 9.2 inches & 2 pounds (according to What To Expect iPhone app)

What Are The Doctors Saying? Yesterday, I had my first doctors appointment since I've moved. So far, I love the staff and it seems extremely close to the doctor's office I went to back in North Carolina. Hunter's heartbeat was great but he's a stubborn boy and just liked in the hospital he doesn't seem to like any doctor equipment. As soon as the nurse put the Doppler on my stomach he tried to kick it off. He's going to be a handful when he's older, I can already tell. The Physicians Assistance I saw said that I am perfect with my weight gain as well as my fundus height (26 inches). I also was able to know out an hour glucose test while I was there. Lets just hope there's no abnormalities with the results so I don't have to do the nasty 3 hour long test. Here's to hoping I found the right doctor's office and midwife!

Total Weight Gain: 15 pounds 

Clothing: I officially outgrew my last pair of Hollister jeans (some old size 9's). It was a really sad day because there was a point to wear I couldn't fit into any sizes that Hollister made. I outgrew my HCO size 7's a few weeks ago but I'm determined to get back into them. 

Stretch Marks: None, and trying everything to keep it that way! After 3 unsuccessful visits to Walmart to find Palmer's Cocoa Butter Tummy Butter, I finally found it Wednesday! I've only used it twice so far. As of know I'm liking my Palmers's Cocoa Butter Massage Lotion For Stretch Marks better just because of how much easier it is to use. The tummy butter is in a tub and I feel like I'm runnin a magic genie trying to get it out while the massage lotion is just in a pump. I guess we'll see after a few more uses. I'm using both as of know since the tummy butter's directions said, "For best results use Palmers's Cocoa Butter Massage Lotion For Stretch Marks first followed by Palmers's Cocoa Butter Tummy Butter." I guess we'll see. 

Sleep: I've actually been sleeping a lot better lately. I don't know if it's that fact I'm so worn out with all the wedding festivities or if it's the fact I'm just getting more and more tired.

Best Moment This Week: Going to the doctors! I never thought I would be so excited to go to the doctor's! I'm loving the office and staff.

Labor Signs: Just the occasional braxton hicks.

Belly Button In Or Out? While the belly button is still officially in, I can now make it go out!

Movement: Hunter is a little ninja! He is always on the move now! I still haven't adjusted to the feeling of him flipping inside of me yet.

Food Cravings: Of course I'm craving the things I shouldn't really being eating! I've been craving lunch meat especially turkey, ham, and cheddar sandwiches. We are also suppose to be going to Bubba Gump's on Saturday with some of the wedding party and I can't wait to get my hands on some cocktail shrimp and especially Bubba's Far Out Dip!

Looking Forward To: Today is my little sisters wedding! It's also why I wasn't able to update yesterday since I was running around like a chicken with its head chopped off. From the uninvited wedding guest (Tropical Storm Andrea) to the delayed flights, it was a very hectic day!

What Is Your Number One Must Have Baby Item?
XOXO

Don't hate me... sorry I didn't get to update until now. So much wedding stuff!

It's The Final Countdown

100 Days Left As Of Monday, June 3rd

I am in my final 100 days of pregnancy! In honor of the 100 day countdown then I'm going to complete 100 random crafts/cleaning/organizing basically a random list full of some bucket lists! I will be checking them off as we go and we'll see where we are on September 12th! I'll figure out the organization of the list later this evening or weekend!

If you have any ideas that I can add please let me know! 

You can find the list in the top tabs under "100 Day Challenge".

XOXO