5 MONTHS OR 20 WEEKS!
Hi Everybody!!!
Well, I am 20 weeks and I have gained about 13 lbs. since the day I found out I was pregnant. All is well and we are having a baby boy! I have been able to walk about every other day and that has really made me feel so much better. I do a few weights when I get home, stretch it out and go on with my day. Ironically, I can feel myself getting stronger with my walking. For the rest of my days, I really try to take it easy and rest whenever I can.
I felt like my food was getting a little out of control, so I started keeping tally on my fridge again. I can't really say I have a calorie limit or goal, but anywhere between 1700-2000 seems to feel right for me. There was one day I was over 3000 and I was like, "Woah Nelly - I am not eating for 3!" Since I started taking more control over what I am eating, even just writing it down, I feel so much better.
This morning I had a nice breakfast out with some decaf coffee, oatmeal with fruit and nuts and whole wheat toast. Trust me - I was tempted by the greasy eggs and sausage patties - but passed. I was so glad I did because I feel so much better, not only for my health but for my baby. I have to remind myself that I have created a healthy new lifestyle for myself and I will keep at it, pregnant or not. Now, it is nice to have a little leeway, so to speak, during pregnancy because I can definately tell my metabolism is up! I am for sure eating more than my weight loss goal of 1200 per day and I am not gaining nearly as quickly as I would have been if I weren't pregnant.
Goal: To be a healthy, happy Mom!
I am so glad this month is better because I've been a bit of a whiny nelly the first 4!
