shoes on the bed, shoes on the couch.

It seems like much of my daily experience of this pregnancy revolves around clothing. I love the elastic waists of my maternity pants, but I hate constantly pulling them up every time I move. My favorite hoodie no longer zipping up over the growing belly makes me a sad mommy-to-be. Also, our CNM recommended that I always wear my comfiest, squishiest shoes to ease the stress in my hips, even when I simply walk from bed to the bathroom. This is not a bad thing – I love an excuse to constantly wear my favorite shoes (even when on the furniture – woohoo!) It is not without its problems, though. These shoes were already on their way out. They are not the nicest to wear to work, and I am sad to think that they will become too worn to continue to wear. Thus begins my mommy-to-be wishlist! Yep it starts with these pretty new shoes.

In other gestational news, the sitosito (teeny tiny) is kicking, squirming, swimming, twirling, and bubbling. At least that is what it feels like. We felt the first kicks externally last Sunday while we were both laid out sick in bed, so that made an otherwise yucky day a smidgen neater. Now it is a regular thing – kind of ticklish, very reassuring. Often makes me smile.

Thanks also to all those who were interested in the happenings of our last CNM visit – it was uneventful. All seems good. Couldn’t hear the heartbeat, but could hear it moving around. Our next appointment is on March 2nd, but we have an ultrasound today. That means you might get some more pictures soon… lucky you.