Maternity Love in Photos

When I was pregnant with Kaylee, I didn't really take many photos of the pregnancy. We didn't have a maternity session because that type of photography just wasn't a "big deal" those some odd 8 and a half years ago. I've always regretted not documenting my pregnancy with her. So, I knew if there was a next time, I would definitely do things differently, and I would document.

 

My chalkboard updates fell off a few weeks ago... I know. This last trimester has pretty much been worse than the first. I've had absolutely NO energy, dreams of sleeping the day away, nausea, back pain, migraines, you name it! Blogging hasn't been much of a priority, but I've at the very least tried posting each week of pregnancy; even if it means a dirty mirrored office bump picture.

 

Anyways, our photographer wasn't available for the time I wanted, and then I got sidetracked and completely ran out of time to schedule a maternity session period. A group of us had planned a family weekend trip to my Dad's farm in Georgia. I didn't want to regret not capturing this pregnancy like I did the first time around, so I asked my sister-in-law to bring her camera and snap a few family/belly shots while on the farm.

 

Here are a few maternity photos she took during that weekend...

This family shot is one of my absolute favorites by far... it seriously melts my heart each and every time I look at it!

Even though she doesn't consider herself a "photographer" and only does it just to do it, my sister-in-law has some talent. She's pretty awesome with a camera. I couldn't be any happier with the way these photos turned out. They will most definitely be treasured memories for the years to come. We can't say thank you enough for documenting this special time in our lives, and capturing these precious family moments before Asher comes! I can't wait to show him when he is older.

 

Tuesday Bump Date - 31 Weeks!

31 Weeks Along with Asher

How far along? 31 Weeks & 3 Days

Total weight gain/loss: 24.8 pounds

Maternity clothes? Yes along with a select few pre-pregnancy things. 

Sleep: Some in between the many nightly visits to the bathroom.

Best moment this week: Securing the location for our couple’s baby shower, and buying a few things for it.

Have you told family and friends: Most definitely.

Movement: Lots of it and it’s the best feeling.

Food cravings: Still on a seafood kick – I’m only eating it 1-2 times a week though. A sweet tooth has set in, but I’m trying to keep away from those foods.

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nothing… knock on wood.

Have you started to show yet: Yes.

How big is baby? The size of a coconut – 16 inches in length, and weighing a little over 3 pounds.

Gender: Boy.

Labor Signs: None.

Pregnancy Symptoms: Daily acid reflux, some migraines, frequent back pain, and have started experiencing Braxton Hicks contractions.

Belly Button in or out? In and I think it’s there to stay

What I miss: Feeling normal, and my body not constantly aching.

What I am looking forward to: Our upcoming baby shower.

Wedding rings on or off? On – no swelling yet.

Happy or Moody most of the time: Going with the flow of things and pretty happy.

Milestones: Staying really busy with your sister’s dance schedule in preparation for her competition next month. Haven’t had much time for anything else.