Ring on a String Test & Other Old Wives’ Tales

Really the ring on a string test is the only one I’ve ever actually heard of before becoming pregnant. For those who’ve never heard of it, you put a ring on a length of chain or string or whatever you … Continue reading

Baby Bump- The State of My State

Baby Bump- The State of My State

I just want to start by saying that I have one. A small one. Nothing that would make you look twice. If you were to look at me, you’d think I was just a bit pudgy. And I think that’s … Continue reading

My First Baby Expo

My First Baby Expo

It was strange walking into the community center this past Sunday in which the expo was being held. I had never thought I’d ever have a reason to be there. And yet, there I was, 16 weeks pregnant and attending … Continue reading

Being Sick…While Pregnant

We all know that having a cold is never fun. But I have to say that having a cold while preggers is even less fun. I haven’t spoken to my husband all week because I am literally falling asleep before … Continue reading

I Used to Love My Cats- The State of My State

I Used to Love My Cats- The State of My State

Judge me if you must, but since I’ve gotten pregnant- I just don’t love my cats the way I used to. Some may say it’s my shifting priorities. However, I know better. It’ because my cats are now more like … Continue reading

Toys R Us- Then & Now

This past weekend I stood in the baby section of Toys R Us with a legitimate purpose: to take a closer look at baby monitors and find other items to add to our slowly growing registry. We really want one … Continue reading

Belly Dancing While Pregnant

Belly Dancing While Pregnant

I have been dancing for years now. I’m not the best or strongest dancer out there. But I’ve always thought myself adequate and have thoroughly enjoyed dancing. It’s definitely more of a struggle now. Not only do I have the … Continue reading

My New Necessities

My New Necessities

A 64 oz water bottle A 20 count of air sickness bags Preferred stock in Canada Dry Ginger Ale Gin Gins by the Ginger People A bag of cheap mint candies My Sea-Bands A full length body pillow Campbell’s Vegetable … Continue reading

I’m Addicted to Honey Buns- The State of My State

Not swiss rolls. Not nutty bars. Not oatmeal cream pies. Not even ICED honey buns. They must be the 50¢, impulse-buy-near-the-check-out-lane-at-the-grocery-store honey buns. Yesterday, I tried to eat a cheese danish. Something I used to love. It’s just not the same. Honey … Continue reading

Two Years is a Long Time… But It Could Have Been Longer

On Tuesday I made my little announcement about finally getting pregnant. And a few hours later, I was reminded that it’s been a much longer struggle for so many other women. I know how much I’ve longed and despaired in … Continue reading