Somehow it’s Thursday already and I’m now approaching the 25 week pregnancy mark. I’m becoming convinced this means I am stuck in an alternative universe where this pregnancy just whooshes by without me even realising it.
This week has, unlike the last one, been much calmer. Work hasn’t been so manic and I’ve even managed to squeeze in a few episodes of the new series of Orange is the New Black on Netflix. (Seriously, I don’t know how I got through my last pregnancy without the companion that is Netflix.)
Bump-wise, I’m feeling about a million times better. There’ve been no more scary situations *touch wood* involving trips to the hospital and the baby continues to make his or her presence known with many a kick. I’ve noticed the kicks get stronger when I’m sitting down or in the bath, and it’s been lovely for the (self-proclaimed) Northern Love Machine to feel more kicks too.
Now the bump is bigger, my early pregnancy body hang-ups are pretty much gone and I’m actually enjoying being pregnant (although I do miss the wine). I loved this post from Susanne over at Ghostwriter Mummy linked up to last week’s #BlogBumpClub. I could really relate to that feeling of being uncomfortable in your own skin in those early weeks of pregnancy.
At the moment I’m on the hunt for maternity clothes suitable for summer, so if you have any recommendations let me know. I could do with a couple of comfy, flattering summer dresses to see me through the next couple of months – especially as my maternity clothes from last time were for a different season.
I seem to be living in my black maxi dress at the moment (a non-maternity number from Asda George that gets shorter as the bump gets bigger) and a really cute grey jersey maternity dress from Asos. My Next boyfriend maternity jeans and stripy Asos vest are also getting a lot of action, as are the maternity trousers I got from Topshop recently.
If you’re looking for maternity style inspiration check out this post from last week’s #BlogBumpClub from Four Hats and Frugal. Not sure I have the legs to pull off this look – still, it’s nice to dream.
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You have such a cute bump!! Xx
I’m struggling with maternity clothes too! Finding a lot of stores really frumpy or v.expensive which is a bit disheartening. Found a pair of mat jeans in H&M which fit like a dream but i doubt they’ll see me through the summer! x
Love the blue and white trousers! Looking gorgeous 🙂
here is to more relaxed weeks for you
H&M are normally good for summer dresses but that being said I’ve not looked at anything yet! I’ve been using hand-me-downs and clothes from my last pregnancy so far!
i was lucky to have my birthday very close to christmas therefore requested some summer clothes and its saved lots of money and time shopping as i hate it)
I too am in need of maternity clothes. I finally have a bump that fits nicely when I wear my Isabella Oliver pencil skirt and with a black vest it looks like a dress so I guess its like two outfits in one! I have non maternity stuff that I can still wear but like you I’m after more summer stuff- especially since we go to Sicily in August. My H&M Mama jegging are definitely my most worn item so far!
x x
you have such a cute bump! it is a struggle to find maternity clothes that are nice I did see a few nice summery bits in Dorothy Perkins though when I was looking for a maxi dress – which is my favorite style at the moment! glad you are enjoying being pregnancy completely with you on the wine point though! xx
*Heads off to Dotty P’s for some cute summer maternity wear* thanks for the tip! x
My absolute favourite maternity clothes this time round are from Seraphine. They are more expensive than some other brands (but not too crazy if you wait for a sale) and they are just so comfy and wash like iron – I’m definitely co-opting a few bits back into the non maternity wardrobe!
I’m glad you’ve had a calmer week – fingers crossed it stays that way for a nice boring next 15 or so weeks!
I haven’t got anything by Seraphine but I’ll certainly be checking those out now. I’m all for using maternity clothes after the baby is born too!
You look gorgeous Molly and I’m glad you’ve not had any further scares. Re maternity clothing, I got a bundle off ebay, ended up spending about £1.50 per item on a £12 item bundle. I’m currently wearing a gorgeous summery non-maternity maxi dress from New Look, I’m so comfortable in it and as I look like an Oompa Loompa in maxi dresses when I’m not pregnant, I’m embracing it!xxx
I think New Look do a great range of inexpensive maternity clothes. I have a couple of bits, but have my eye on a maxi dress that I may have to get for the summer hols!
Glad to hear you’ve had a more relaxed week! Netflix is awesome for helping you relax isn’t it? Perfect for pregnancy 🙂 Aww you’re looking lovely, love that asos vest! My maternity clothes were all for the wrong season this time too so have had to invest in a few more summery bits too! xx #blogbumpclub
The Asos vest is now one of my favourite tops – love it and it’s SO comfy!