Good news, ya’ll! The Lauren’s Latest family is growing! I’m happy to announce that we’ll be expecting a baby come April 2013.
This is VERY happy news for our little family. Gord and I have gone through ups and downs that come along with infertility. Yes, I said infertility. It’s something that many women have to face and it’s heart aching and frustrating. Without getting into too many details, my body doesn’t make it easy for me to get pregnant. But, after almost 2 years of trying and going through 3 different doctors, we feel truly blessed and very lucky that I’m pregnant with a seemingly healthy little baby. It was our {lucky} 7th round of clomid that did the trick. Once we found out that the 7th round actually took, we kept this to ourselves, not even telling close family and friends until we had a 2nd ultrasound to confirm that everything was fine, which it was! 🙂 So, now we are spreading the news and are shouting it from the rooftops!
So right now, I’m 15 weeks and 1 day along….not that I’m counting or anything. Ha! This photo of my little belly was taken this morning. I was really sick to my stomach between weeks 6 and 9, but started to come around week 10. It’s really hard to hide nausea and put on a happy face when you’re out with friends. Just sayin’. I still get exhausted if I overdo it or if I don’t get enough rest. I get lightheaded as well if I stand for too long or if I’m thirsty. I crave salty things…but mostly just fries. Haha! And sugar makes me feel sick to my stomach so I try to avoid sweets. I’m mostly still in my regular clothes, although wear my pants unzipped with a belly band to avoid awkward situations.
Anyways, that’s all I can think of for now…
BUT, here’s a question for you: What are your recommendations for comfortable, yet cute maternity clothing? What stores are good for this? All the stuff I’ve found looks like old lady moo-moo gear. Eek!
Ooh, AND: What are your predictions on gender? Boy or girl? Either way we are thrilled. High fives all around!
150 Comments
Amy
November 7, 2012 at 12:38 pmCongrats! I like H&M and Gap for maternity stuff!
Rebecca
November 7, 2012 at 1:21 pmCongratulations!!!!! I had the best luck with maternity clothes at Motherhood Maternity and Kohls. I’m pretty short, so I had to have all of my pants taken up!
Carrie
November 7, 2012 at 1:32 pmCongratulations!!
I’ve found some cute maternity shirts at Ross.
Kim
November 7, 2012 at 1:55 pmOh my goodness! Congratulations! I am so incredibly happy for!
Plus, your blog is one where I genuinely enjoy reading your posts for more than just the recipies. They’re witty and charming and overall fun to read- when I was bored and couldn’t sleep last night I just read your posts for a while!
I can’t wait to hear how your daughter reacts and how she feels about being a big sister. And see what recipies you come up with thanks to pregnancy cravings haha!
Congratulations 🙂
Mimi @ Culinary Couture
November 7, 2012 at 2:26 pmI am so happy for you! Congrats!
Bonnie
November 7, 2012 at 2:53 pmI am so happy for you and your family. I loved being pregnant, many many many years ago…….Sorry I cant tell you where to get cute clothes.
Ana R.
November 7, 2012 at 3:02 pmCongratulations!! Check out Old Navy and Gap, they have cute maternity clothes.
Gisele
November 7, 2012 at 4:37 pmouhnnn so cute, Lauren !!! Congratulations ! Wish you the BEST :o)
Erin
November 7, 2012 at 5:14 pmCongrats! How Exciting.
This same time last year I was looking for maternity clothes too. I found some cute jeans, t shirts (my absolute fav maternity t shirts) and a dress at JC Penney. Kohls also has cute things. And theres always Forever 21 🙂
Congrats!
Tina
November 7, 2012 at 5:38 pmThat’s so wonderful Lauren!! Congrats to you & Gord!
natalie@thesweetslife
November 7, 2012 at 6:59 pmcongrats lauren!! so exciting and you look great!
Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca)
November 7, 2012 at 7:50 pmCongratulations! Very exciting news 🙂 I wish you a very happy and healthy pregnancy.
Leanna R
November 8, 2012 at 3:12 amgo to
http://www.jjill.com/jjillonline/index.aspx
not maternity but loose and comfortable and stylish too
great news for you and your loved ones
Mercedes
November 8, 2012 at 8:57 amMany congrats to you and your husband! I’ve been following you for quite awhile and this is just wonderful news! Best wishes to you guys! (Oh, and if it weren’t for Old Navy, I would have been one naked Mama-To-Be. They had the cutest most affordable clothes I could find. Didn’t want to pay a fortune for clothes that I could only wear for a few months…good luck!)
Rachel @ The Avid Appetite
November 8, 2012 at 9:23 amAww I’m SO happy for you! What a blessing 🙂 How did your little munchkin react to the news?! Is she so excited to be a big sister?
Brooke
November 8, 2012 at 11:37 amCongratulations! We are 24 weeks pregnant with our first. I’m finding cute maternity clothes at Old Navy Maternity (great email coupons), Gap Maternity (easiest to search online), H&M Maternity and Target of course 🙂
Tara
November 8, 2012 at 12:07 pmCongratulations!
My little girl is 1 now, but I got all my maternity clothes on Ebay. I lived in my Paige maternity, and Seven For all Mankind jeans, and they didn’t break the bank! For my tops I just bought bigger sizes and stretched them over my tummy, I’m really short so all the maternity stuff was like wearing a paper bag 😉
Joann@The Italian Next Door
November 8, 2012 at 12:11 pmLauren…..been visiting your site for awhile now……great job! Just wanted to say CONGRATULATIONS !!! Having children is one of the biggest blessings you’ll ever receive! I wish you all the best! Also, not sure if you’ve ever visited my blog, but I’d love to have you stop by and say hello.
Rebecca
November 8, 2012 at 1:22 pmThat is fantastic news! Congratulations!
Becky @ lovetobeinthekitchen
November 8, 2012 at 3:53 pmCongrats Lauren! I’m so happy for you! You look so pretty in that picture. I love your blog!
Michelle
November 8, 2012 at 6:09 pmCongratulations and best wishes for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby!!!
Lauren @ Part Time House Wife
November 9, 2012 at 4:07 amCongrats Lauren! I totally know the struggles of infertility…So much sadness with loss and frustration with waiting games! So happy you get your 2nd bundle of joy!
KrissyW
November 9, 2012 at 4:48 amCongrats on your growing family!!!! I am having my baby in 2 weeks!
Stephanie @ Macaroni and Cheesecake
November 9, 2012 at 11:56 amCongratulations!! I’m so excited for you!
Michele
November 9, 2012 at 12:21 pmCONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! Due to Hurricane Sandy and having no power I haven’t been able to check in for the past week or so. When I saw your post today with the link to your announcement I was thrilled.
So exciting and I am truly happy for all of you 🙂
x0x0
Anna @ hiddenponies
November 9, 2012 at 3:45 pmHUGE congratulations!! I had a feeling, and am so happy for you after what’s obviously been a difficult road. Hope everything continues to go well – we just had our 3rd and my daughter was definitely a little disappointed to find out it was another brother…good thing though, as she was lobbying for the name “Magenta” 🙂
Heidi @ Food Doodles
November 9, 2012 at 3:50 pmCongratulations!! I’m so happy for you! 😀
Keeley @ My Life on a Plate
November 21, 2012 at 10:09 amCongratulations! My son is 4 months old and it took us years to conceive. I remember the day I found out I was pregnant… surreal. Best wishes! It goes so quickly!
I bought most of my maternity gear at JCP and Target (online mostly). I know that people turn their noses up at JCP, but I stuck to solid-colored basics and accessorized with scarves and jewelry from cool places. I am also fortunate that my son was born in July, so I didn’t have to deal with winter coats and stuff. I probably spent $350 on my maternity wardrobe. I work a professional job and the stuff I bought carried me through my pregnancy and kept me looking professional. Also, you may be able to wear some non-maternity items (maxi dresses, jackets, open sweaters).
neeley
December 6, 2012 at 9:32 amCongrats on the new family member. I myself am 13 weeks along and due in June 2013. My fashion style this winter is those long sweaters or sweater dresses and leggings with boots or flats. Its in style and super comfortable for the belly. Best wishes and Merry Christmas!
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