Going with the flow

Happy Friday ladies!!! Today is less than 1 week from the big 20 week baby scan! I am counting down the days to seeing the little one dancing around on the ultrasound screen and finding out whether I can start referring to the baby as “him” or “her” (instead of “him or her”). Seeing as I am rounding the curve towards the halfway mark, I thought I would give a little pregnancy update this week!

Progress up to this point: Things have gone well so far – I have felt really lucky that I didn’t have any severe nausea during my first trimester. Fatigue has been my biggest enemy making that 1 cup of coffee per day limit quite the challenge but it has started letting up since entering into my second trimester. It probably doesn’t help that I haven’t been sleeping quite so awesomely as I normally do (pre-pregnancy I would be out like a light from the moment my head hit the pillow until my alarm would jar me out of a small coma). Of course there is the middle of the night pee run that I’ve had since month one but now there is the added element of not being able to sleep on my back. As a avid back sleeper, I am still working to get adjusted to my new side sleeping position. Its very much a work in progress as I frequently wake up with my shoulder frozen in pain from sleeping on it too long. Other than that things have been so great! I know I have a lot ahead of me to get done but now that I am done with school, I have a lot more time to focus my attention on baby prep and enjoying the rest of my pregnancy.

Gender guess: Nothing solid. I have been trying not to guess too hard one way or the other so I don’t get it in my mind that I am having one gender to then be thrown off on gender screen day. Brooke has guessed girl secondary to the old heart rate wives tale (heart rate over 140 bpm, having a girl). Buuuut I didn’t really have any morning sickness (just the icks) which I have read is often greater with girls so maybe its a boy? There is a tale that if you are craving sweets you are carrying a girl but salty cravings means its a boy – I usually crave both at some point each day so that one isn’t very useful. The Chinese calendar says its going to be a boy. I have been asked if I have had any dreams to point me in that direction…nope. I’m kind of leaning towards thinking it may be a girl but one thing is for sure, its going to be one or the other and it doesn’t matter to me either way! At least there are only 6 more days ahead of me until I know for sure!

Bump status: Minimal. Its starting to grow but at this point it just looks more like a gut than a bump however it is slowly changing over! As long as I stick to flowy tops then I have been mostly been able to wear my normal clothes. That’s why I love this top. When we chose this to add to our store, I immediately snatched one up for myself because I knew that it would get a lot of wear until my bump starts getting all big and would also be a great top to wear postpartum for hiding any post baby squish.

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Sway With Me Top | Pumps and Push-Ups - Spring/Summer Outfit

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What is your guess? 🙂

xo, Erica

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32 Comments

  1. 6.5.15
    Rachelle said:

    very cute and simple look, so excited about the baby.

    xo
    PinkSole

  2. 6.5.15
    Susan said:

    You look fabulous! And yay for no nausea! That is the pits! I am a labor nurse, but I am terrible at picking gender. I am always wrong;) It will be fabulous either way!! I am in love with this top!! I need a new white top in my closet! I know you sent me a coupon code, but I have deleted it in my e mail. Would you please resend the code to me if you can – so I can order this? It is perfect for summer! Thank you and I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Susan

  3. 6.5.15
    Rachel said:

    What a lovely top and update. I can barely see the bump but I would guess boy. Will you have a gender reveal party or just let it out? We just revealed our gender pregnancies via calls and text messages right away as we were impatient.
    Can’t wait to find out!
    Rachelxo

    Garay Treasures

  4. 6.5.15
    Laura said:

    How exciting you are so close to finding out gender! That is the best doctor’s appointment! You are looking gorgeous as always. I adore that top on you!

  5. 6.5.15
    Erica said:

    Thank you Rachelle! 🙂

  6. 6.5.15
    Erica said:

    Thank you Susan! I love this top – its so versatile! I’ll get Brooke to resend you that code. 🙂

  7. 6.5.15
    Erica said:

    Rachel, I think I’ll just let it out to my family because I am also very impatient but I will be doing a gender reveal on the blog! 🙂

  8. 6.5.15
    Erica said:

    Laura, Thank you so much darling! 🙂 I can’t wait!

  9. 6.5.15
    Megan said:

    That top is so perfect and I love those shoes too! I bet it will be a girl!
    ~~Megan~~
    http://www.poshprime.com

  10. 6.5.15
    Anna said:

    So glad to hear you are doing well and did not have much sickness as of yet. You look absolutely beautiful and glowing! Can’t wait to follow along as things progress. Hope you have a great weekend! XO

    Anna
    alilyloveaffair.com

  11. 6.5.15
    Jill said:

    So excited for you! Glad you are close to finding out the gender! I love your flowy top and this relaxed look!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

  12. 6.5.15
    Mili said:

    That’s so exciting that you’re finding out soon! Love the top you’re wearing, it’s so flowy and pretty!

    Mili

  13. 6.6.15
    Irene said:

    love the top! all the best for your baby! looking forward for your news!
    Irene
    http://www.thedailylace.com

  14. 6.6.15
    Euge said:

    You look lovely! I love the top and the necklace!
    Obsessed Fashion Blog

  15. 6.6.15
    Falasha said:

    Great outfit, love the shoes and top, I need more cute flats.
    xx Falasha
    Bite My Fashion ll Instagram ll Bloglovin’

  16. 6.7.15
    mahryska said:

    love it 🙂
    kisses from dubai ♥
    http://www.mahryska.com

  17. 6.7.15
    libys11 said:

    love that blouse.. so effortlessly chic and darling!

    Have a great week!
    Animated Confessions

  18. 6.8.15
    Hana said:

    You look so beautiful!!
    http://hanaylena.blogspot.com/

  19. 6.8.15

    I love this simple, super chic outfit! That top is beautiful! I love the front and the lightweight fabric.
    Red Reticule | Red Reticule Collection

  20. 6.8.15

    Such a simple yet chic and well put together look, what an exciting time in your life, enjoy every minute 🙂
    Nora
    http://www.jacketsociety.com

  21. 6.9.15

    That top is so chic and perfect for spring, love it!!

    XO Courtney
    http://www.colormecourtney.com

  22. 6.10.15
    Elizabeth said:

    I love this simple, yet chic outfit! You look amazing:-) Enjoy your week!!

    http://www.wunderbliss.blogspot.ca

  23. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Megan, Thanks girl – stay tuned!! 😉

  24. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Thanks Jill!!! 🙂

  25. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Thank you Milli!

  26. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Irene, Thank you! I can’t wait to share it!! 🙂

  27. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Thank you Euge!!

  28. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Falasha – I love these flats! I found them at Old Navy last year! 🙂

  29. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Thank you Mahryska! 🙂

  30. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Sybil, Thank you doll!

  31. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Hana, Thank you so much!!! You are so sweet 🙂

  32. 6.14.15
    Erica said:

    Bogi, Thank you. 🙂

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