I am so late posting my seven month video diary. I recorded it in good time but a bad back and a busy life have kept me away from the computer. So I've edited it together and am getting it posted just in time to start planning the next one. This month I am talking about extra scans, freaky belly buttons and how we're prepping for Flump's arrival.
You can read a bit more about how I'm getting on over on The Essential One's blog here. With all the lowdown on sleep, changes and what I'm looking forward to. And they haven't asked me to say this... but have a look around the shop if you are expecting or know someone who is. They have some simply gorgeous new baby lines in and their maternity clothes are the comfiest things ever.
This month has seen quite a lot more bump growth, although a little more steadily than last month's thankfully or I think I'd be about ready to pop. In honesty I feel like I'm absolute full to capacity, but with two more month growing to go, I guess I'm just going to have to find some more space for this little lady to grow into.
A couple of the things for Flump that I showed off in my video deserve an extra mention. Both the serenity star and the cloud mobile were bought as part of a collaboration with Care2Save. Care2Save allow you to raise money for a charity of your choice while you shop online at registered stores, and at no extra cost to you. Simply by buying via their website they can claim commission from the retailer and 100% of it goes to charity (80% to your chosen charity and 20% to the Care2Save Charitable Trust).
Put simply, I think Care2Save's idea is genius and I will always make sure I check my online purchases via them in future. The fact that I can earn my chosen charity money, simply by buying the things I would buy online anyway is amazing. There are so many well known stores that I hope at regularly which are signed up to the scheme; ASOS, John Lewis, M&S, Etsy and Boots to name just a few. And nothing quite takes away that shopping guilt like knowing you've done a good thing for those in need when you made your purchases.
Loved this Lucy, I can totally relate with the pregnancy back pain... Had this with my third especially, not pleasant and couldn't walk for literally three days at one point! And also the car seat changes, we also switched due to having them all close and needing the three car seats. Love the rainbow mobile, we adore rainbows! And we'll done on being involved in channel Mum! Looking forward to your next post! :-) x x
ReplyDeleteIt sucks so much. I know I had it first time, but it definitely wasn't as bad, and I only had myself to worry about that time around. It's seriously getting me down some days because I feel like a pensioner. Worth it of course... but still not fun! x
DeleteCompletely not fun, thats the bummer of the end of pregnancy is that you feel completely not like yourself. I remember that feeling of wanting my body back without the heaviness, the strain and heartburn gggrrr x
DeleteLoving all the touches to Flump's nursery. The Care2Save is such a great idea! Backache is one of the worst symptoms of pregnancy isn't it? It's hard trying to rest when you've small people to deal with. x
ReplyDeleteYep, she might only getting a little section of our room to call her own, but I want to make it really lovely and special for her regardless. Its so exciting pulling little pieces together for a baby. x
DeleteAh Lucy you look amazing!! Also, that crochet blaket is stunning, as is that quite mobile. I love watching your vlogs, they make me feel a little broody ; ) xxx
ReplyDeleteI am so pleased with the blanket. And ridiculously excited to see it in use in a few weeks time. All the little things we are getting together now are definitely adding to the excitement. x
DeleteOH hunny you are making me WAY too broody now. I love your videos and what you are decorating and the blanket you made. I love the color scheme it's beautiful. This little flump princess is going to love it. I am SOOO excited for you. Not long now hope the back pain eases off and you get some down time before baby arrives. You are still glowing and gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteHahahaha, I'll have to lend you Flump to feed your broodiness. Although I honestly think this bad back that I have would cure anyone's broodiness... I will have to keep reminding myself how bad it was when I start thinking in the future that I want a fourth!!! Hahaha. x
DeleteI watched your 7 month update video earlier this evening, you look amazing!! It's amazing how fast the 2nd/3rd pregnancies go by, but you're right it does tend to slow down at the last minute. I hope you're able to relax before the arrival of flump :) P.s loving the nursery!! xx
ReplyDeleteThanks lovely, I certainly don't feel particularly amazing... more like a whale if I'm honest. But it's worth it in the end, and that end is flying up at quite a pace. x
DeleteOh I can't wait to watch this video later. You are looking absolutely lovely. And I love the little touches you picked from Care2Save. That mobile is absolutely gorgeous. What is a Serenity Star? I've never heard of that. xx
ReplyDeleteIt's the little star clock thing in the photo. I talk about it in the video and explain a bit more about it, but basically it's a room therometer, nightlight, clock, and noise machine. x
DeleteAww your crochet blanket is adorable! She's going to look so sweet snuggled up in it and yay for mummy made :)
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your back pain Lucy - but your bump is so lovely! It's so exciting, and your new cloud mobile is beautiful!
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