Baby Body

I read a lot when I found out I was pregnant about just how much is a healthy amount to gain. I think most twenty-something age women freak out about that-at least for their 1st pregnancy. So 15-20 pounds is what I planned and expected to gain. I luckily stayed within those limits. I didn't do anything extreme. I didn't workout throughout my pregnancy and I didn't starve. I ate a ton of fruit and veggies and healthy fats. And lots of ice cream and junk food. When your pregnant and need queso, you eat queso! But, I know that the reason I didn't gain too much is because I never stopped. I wish I would have rested more, but I never stopped. My entire pregnancy was a whirlwind of life. Remodeling a house, moving, teaching, moving a classroom, life was crazier than ever. It wasn't until Owen was born that I stopped and relaxed. Being home with Owen has made me stop, and just be "here". (As if I wasn't enough of a homebody already) I'm so glad our house and everything worked out so perfectly for us. It was a pain in the ass during the process, but it's perfect. We got our house and Owen arrived early to make it a home. My favorite thing is when just the 3 of us are home together as if we've been here all along.

Owen is about a month old and I'm just under my pre-prego weight. I'd like to thank breastfeeding and the crazy amount of water breastfeeding requires you to drink. I feel awesome :)