LOVE-HATE

People keep asking me what I love about being pregnant and what I don't...so here it goes:

THINGS I LOVE ABOUT MY PREGNANCY...

* I love my belly. Now that it looks like an actual pregnant belly instead of just a few too many beers and burgers.

* My husband. I honestly didn't think I could love this man any more then I already do, but I do. He has been amazing through all this, and seeing him so excited about our little baby just melts my heart.

* Feeling the baby move. Although I have an anterior placenta, i have felt Max kick once. It was the most incredible feeling. I can't wait to feel him again.

* Guilt free eating. Those who know me can attest to the fact that its never stopped me before haha However it is nice to not have to worry about my weight and looks all the time. Do I miss feeling sexy...absolutely. Do I enjoy a few months off from caring...yes.

* Friends and Family. They have all been so wonderful and supportive. Seeing Max's grandparents,aunts and uncles get soooo excited to meet our lil guy is an incredible feeling. Today my lil sister told me she planned on staying in town after Thanksgiving until the baby is born...it got me soooo excited I can't wait.

* Ultrasounds... At the beginning of pregnancy there is nothing more exciting then being able to see your little one on the monitor. Before you can feel him/her you can see them. It truly is a wonderful thing.

* Finding out the sex...it was sooo much fun guessing the sex and playing all the old wives tales. But in the end, finding out what we were having was an unforgettable moment for me. It has made my pregnancy that much better.

* Last but not least...buying things for my little guy. Nothing crazy, but just picking things out for later and dressing him. What girl doesn't love doing that!

THINGS I HATE ABOUT BEING PREGNANT...

* Feeling fat. Given that I wasn't working out right before we conceived I was never able to get into the routine once pregnant. I have always been an all or none kinda gal and so not being able to beat myself up at the gym is something I truly miss.

* Hormones. My first few months I was irritable. I figured I was having a boy b/c it seemed like i was hopped up on testosterone. Now, I'm the complete opposite. I cry during movies (I never do that) and get teary eyed very easily.

* Not Drinking. I'll admit it, I love my cocktail after work. Nothing better then a cold beer during the hot summer months. Or my cupli (glass of champagne) while getting all sexified before going out. My only savior is my "virgin" bloody mary...

* No Sushi. No hot baths, especially with my brutal backaches. I miss them.

* Pregnancy Brain. I had it real bad. I was forgetful, still am, and it made me dumb. Definitely made work a bit more difficult.

* Brutal headaches.

* Feeling tired. At least now I have my energy back during the day, but I can barely make it past dinner.

* Last but not least...the WORRYING. I guess that just comes with being a mom...but I'm always worried about my son and if he is okay in there.