28 week Pregnancy Update..

Well, Hello 3rd trimester! Saturday I turned 28 weeks, like where has the time gone? Seems like I just announce this pregnancy and here I am in the home stretch. Today I went in for the glucose test. I chose the orange drink for the glucose test and it was way better than I remember. I get my results on Monday, fingers crossed I passed! I can't imagine not being able to indulge during the holidays.

Its also time for me to register at the hospital. So next weekend I plan to tour the women's center and register. I also saw my doctor today and my belly is measuring right at 28wks, baby's heartbeat is in the 150s and she was kicking the doppler during the examine! I now see the doctor every 2 weeks but will continue to do these updates every month unless I have some news to share.

Anyway,  my belly is definitely getting bigger as you can see in the picture below.

How far along:  28 weeks and 4 day

Baby is the size of a: large eggplant about 14 1\2 inches and a little over 2lbs. 

Total weight gain:  18lbs

Maternity clothes: ..Its still pretty warm here so I'm still living in maxi dresses, skirts and leggings but I've worn my mat. jeans a couple time.

Stretch marks:.. Still no new ones. I've started using Trader Joe's organic coconut oil which has help soothe the itching.

Cravings: Chinese food, dried mango and dried pineapple.

Symptoms:..OMG heartburn has been really bad. My friends suggest tums and I think I might have to invest in some. I sure hope the wivestale is true and Ms. A comes out with a head full of hair..

Labor signs:..Thankfully none yet! 

Looking forward to... Visiting family for Thanksgiving and having my baby sprinkle!

Maya

Inspirational Quotes.

I haven't really feeling like myself these past couple of days, guess it's the hormones. 

So instead of a manicure I'm sharing some inspirational quotes. 

Hope everyone had a lovely Monday.

Maya

Monday Mani...I'm a Flirt

Hi y'all, its time for another Monday Mani. This week I'm wearing one of my favorite fall polishes from the Sally Hansen Extreme Wear line called Flirt.

Isn't this a beautiful rich burgundy? Perfect for this fall and winter!

Maya

Nail Wrap Haul..

Hi Guys!! I stopped by the dollar tree  today and found some awesome deals on Essie nail wraps. These wraps retail from $9-$10 so snagging them for a buck is awesome!

 I only brought 2 because these designs stuck out to me. As you can see I also picked up some by the brand Edge. I can't wait to try these out and don't worry I'll let y'all know how long they last!

Enjoy your Thursday!!

Maya

Monday Mani.. Disturbia

Happy Monday!! I'm super excited to share this manicure with you this week! I have been trying to find new ways to jazz up my manicures so I tried some nail wraps. I actually purchased these wraps some months back but never used them. Now I wish I would have tried them out earlier. I really love how this manicure turned out.  I chose to only use the wraps on two nails and I used my favorite dark purple to compliment the design.

Wet and Wild Disturbia

Isn't this Mani HOT!!?? The wraps were easy to put on and I just used a  top coat to add shine. This Mani lasted a whole week and the wraps didn't lift and I only experienced minor tip wear. Removal was also easy, all i had to do was peel the wrap off. I definitely plan to see what other nail wraps I can snag for a dollar!!

So if your looking for a cheap way to jazz up your nails check out the nail aisle at your dollar store..

Maya

Random...

Disclaimer: This post is not saying I'm not extremely thankful for the opportunity to stay at home.


Today I've been thinking about how my career plans have changed and how I'll be a stay at home mom for the next 2 years. I remember having such high hopes of finding a job when we moved to SC a year ago. I applied to numerous jobs and went on as many interviews ...but no bites..  See, I've always been very financially independent so when months passed and I didn't have any job offers it was pretty depressing.

Even now I feel kind of down thinking about not having a job/career. When I talk to my working friends I feel like I'm missing out on advancing in a career. I'll admitted I question if I'll even have a decent career again.

Now, I didn't do anything spectacular when I did work. Many of my jobs after college were at mental health clinics and my last job was working at a child development center, aka daycare. So I just worry with the gap of employment and how it will make it difficult to find a job using my degree because we all know experience is key to landing a lot of jobs.

I have been doing some volunteer secretarial work at my church. I format the monthly newsletters and design flyer's to advertise upcoming events. So that keeps my mind busy.

Ugh, i guess this is just a random post expressing my concerns about something that I don't have to deal with for another 2 years...

Hope everyone has a blessed week..I know the weekend always goes by so quickly

XOXO

Maya