I'm now 22 weeks and haven't taken any pics yet during my pregnancy. Someone told me today I'll regret it 1 day, and I think they're right. So... I just took my very first photo of my belly! A little awkward, but whatever, it's a start.
I think there are Macy's all over... just not in Arkansas! but you're right, they are a bit pricey. And I def don't want to spend a lot on maternity clothes because I'm determined to get out of them quickly!
Awe lol that is strange, somehow I thought there are Macy's all over the U.S. They are ok, a little overpriced I think. I'll go to Ross the next time I'm looking for something.
Ross does have some good stuff! I've bought a couple of cute tops there. Unfortunately, little rock doesn't have a Macy's! I should've gone while I was still in chicago! 😞
@levleah, oh yeah, I know!!! I got the pants from Macy's in the maternity dept. and they are petite so the length is good. It's the only maternity item I've bought so far. I hear Ross has a lot of good stuff, but I haven't checked it out yet. I'm trying to make do with what I have for now. Luckily I have a lot of long & loose tops, and some long dresses, so if anything, I'll just need to buy a few pants.
I'm due 12/7. And that's funny because I'm 5'1, so you definitely know my struggle! Where'd you get the Heidi Klum pants? I've got to find something cute that fits my belly and short legs!
@levleah, I forgot to tag you above. Also, I just googled those Old Navy pants and they look comfy & have a nice cut. I need to go shopping. I have 1 pair of maternity pants, they are Heidi Klum lol, and otherwise I wear yoga pants every day, even to work with heels & dressy tops. lol
Omg yes, I'm 5'2", so every lb is magnified on my body. And yes, I'm having a boy. :) We are really close! When are you due? I'm on 12/2.
@varduim, do you know what you're having? I just noticed you and I are close in our pregnancies
thank you! and I know exactly what you mean... I have two pairs of sweat pants and 1 pair of maternity pants I like (old navy- "the pixie"), but that's it! it's so hard gaining weight when you're short because 5lbs looks like 50lbs!
@levleah, I know what you mean cuz I am going through the same thing. I'm only wearing stretchy pants now lol. It's worth it though and we can get in shape again after. :) Also, that is a very pretty and unique name! I like it a lot! As for the book, I haven't yet started, but I'm really excited to work on it.
aww thank you @varduim, it's hard to see myself as attractive when my body is changing so much. I love the idea of a photo book. And yes, my girl's name is going to be Dove 😊
@levleah, I'm glad you realize you're being hard on yourself cuz I saw your pics and you're gorgeous! :) I'm also going to make a photobook. Is Dove your little girl's name??
I'm sure he'll love looking back on those pics. I've been pretty self conscious this pregnancy, but I know I'm just being hard on myself, and I want to create as many memories for Dove's baby book as possible.
Thank you, @levleah. That's a part of why I want to do it, too. My mom has 3 kids, and only 1 pic while she was pregnant (with my brother). I would love to have seen more photos of her, and hope my son will enjoy it 1 day.
awww @varduim, you look beautiful! your baby will love looking at these pictures one day.
@lovebuggg2016, That's how I feel, too, although I'm popping now I think lol. I bet you look great! :)
@datnavajogirl, That's exactly what I realized today and want to have pictures to look back on. It's good you at least have a few with your son, and now you know better with your girl.
Thanks so much, @caseclosed2015, as are you! And you're very sweet. I want to start taking some, at least for the memories.
with my son I barely took some till the end and regret it, but with bby girl I do take a lot now
Awww why don't u like taking pics of your belly? You are beautiful u should take more pics.
I feel the same way. I'm so small in general and I haven't popped yet so I just feel fat.
thank you @lovebuggg2016! I'm loving my pregnancy, but been feeling incredibly insecure.
Yesterday I went out with my boyfriend went to watch a movie, me and him don't live together yet. but point is yesterday when he was dropping me off his like sleep over at my house witch the mom and dad lives. I said no,
his response was why is everyone deciding or making choices for you and their going to do the same with the baby, when I know that's not true. what he thinks is that my mom tells me not to sleep over. So he left all mad. and I felt in my heart that he went on and cheated on me...
TWW!!
2dpo and on the tww journey. Anyone on the same dpo or close? Haven't decided if I will test at 12dpo or just wait and see if she shows up!!

I will be 41 :/
Short Luteal Phase?
I've just started temping because I believe that the reason I haven't had a BFP yet, after 20 months, is because I believe I may have a Luteal Phase Defect.
@levleah, Exactly how I feel!!!!!! And we will!!!! 👍