July Firecrackers 2018

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Unique- I really don’t have the energy either but I just force myself into it at the moment. Hoping the energy returns soon. When I see everyone else in the session going hard it motivates me to as well. I think that’s why I do enjoy going so much, because everyone pushes each other to do their best.
 
Aw Alli - sorry you’re so anxious. I really hope it passes for you soon x
 
If it is going to cause you such anxiety then it probably isn't worth it.

I put on 40kg with my last pregnancy and I was miserable. I have lost it all + more and am the fittest and healthiest (and lightest) I have ever been, and I really am determined not to give that up. It's hard.

I also tend to put on most of my weight in first tri because I feel stressed about MC, and I feel sick so I end up just eating & eating!
 
Thanks ladies...and you're right. In my first pregnancy I wanted to workout but I was far too sick to actually do more than get myself to work (that was a minor miracle in and of itself). I don't feel sick yet so I want to be working out but it just causes too much anxiety at the moment. DH and I always do spin classes together on Sundays so I'm going to see how I feel Sunday morning but it's my goal to go...I know my fear is irrational but it's really tough to work through in the moment.
 
Buffy - I'm swaying girl for me though it may just be wishful thinking! Haha.

Alligator - it must be much harder when you've suffered a loss, but encouraging that you feel much different from last time xx

I'm sorry ladies I missed a fair few pages and it's hard to reply to everything from mobile because you can't see all the posts so I'm not being rude if I've not responded 🙈 I posted this reply then edited xx my eyes are closing on me it's almost 11pm here and I'm struggling to stay awake. God help me as I get further, you ladies working out are so good maybe that's what I need for more energy! Xx
 
I wanted to go back to the gym but I just don't have the energy. I feel like I only have the energy to do one task per day (cook, laundry, walk the dogs, etc). I also have terrible muscle soreness. I usually take the stairs at work, but my legs are burning out at just 2 flights smh!

I think I'm having a girl. We've already told all of our close friends and family members. I'm thinking we will announce on fb around new year's day. I'm going to use a picture I already have. It's my hubby's head poorly photoshopped on a baby's body lol! His family has strong genes. This kid doesn't have a chance in hell of looking like me :haha:
 
Honestly..Im a big believer in everyone doing what the heck they need to do to survive these next 9 months!! :haha: It is soooo hard being pregnant!

Haha Tori - my DHs cousin did a similar thing when they announced. They put her partner's head on an ultrasound photo! Lol.
 
I had HG in every pregnancy except my first one. It was a miracle if I was able to get myself off the couch and keep the kids fed/changed. Working out was just impossible but I envy those that can keep up with it. For me it was mostly about survival and I've gained about 10 stubborn pounds with each pregnancy because of it. I tell everyone I only have two trimesters instead of three: sickness and SPD.
 
That’s my motto - just do what I can to make it through one day at a time, and do my best to mitigate my anxieties and fears. And for now if that means being a bit lazy and focusing more on self care, and doing things that make me feel more in control then that’s what I’ll do! One day at a time right girls?
 
Agreed. I gained 5 stone with my son because I ate whatever I wanted (sometimes a tray of 12 doughnuts :blush: ) With my daughter it was 2 stone but this time I’m currently on slimming world so hopefully I’ll try and keep the weight down :haha:

I’m currently sat downstairs with my son who woke up crying saying he was about to be sick. 40 minutes later he’s led on the sofa watching Netflix and hasn’t been sick! I’m so tired :dohh:
 
Yep. Just do what you need to do to make the whole thing bearable!

Lilmiss - I cant believe you keep going back for more after being so sick!! Definitely super woman!!

Oh no Unique! Hope you get some sleep soon. I spent the morning out with DD while DH stayed home with DS. We had such a lovely morning together :flower:
 
Texmel that shirt is so cute! We announced my son (also a July baby) at Thanksgiving 3 years ago. I can’t believe how fast time flies!

Buffy your 2 year old doesn’t nap anymore?! Omg! I would die. Mine does, thank. Goodness. I will lose my mind once I lose that nap time.

Alligator, I’m so sorry. It really is stressful after you’ve had a loss, and it’s sad because you want to be happy and excited but you’re just so worried! I have totally been there. Both my kiddos are rainbow babies. Something a mama said during my last pregnancy really resonated with me though... she said she wants to enjoy every day of being pregnant with her LO, no matter how long it lasts. So she tried to enjoy each day of pregnancy and not stress. Definitely didn’t fix everything but at least a refreshing perspective for me!

You all who are working out -- tell me your secrets! Are there videos I can do from home? I need something easy that I can possibly do before the kiddos wake up.

AFM, nothing to report except some cramping today. Also I'm ravenous. No sickness, no aversions. I thought I was gonna puke when I cleaned the toilet but that isn't really new... :haha:
 
Livvy - she will nap, but then she won't go down until late at night, and I really need that down time each night after they've gone to bed. She will sometimes fall asleep on the couch during quiet time, or in the car if we are out + about, but only a cat nap so she still sleeps at night.

As for the working out - I go to the gym. I've always (except when pregnant previously) worked out, and it is something that I enjoy & don't find to be a chore, so it comes easily.

I'm sure there are videos, but I don't know of any specifically, sorry.
 
Does the gym have childcare, Buffy? And I get what you mean about needing the down time at night. It's pretty much the only time DH and I actually see each other.
 
No unfortunately there is no child care. I just work around my husband's work shedule. Often it means I'm up at 530am to go. He is very understanding of my needing that time to work out since he is very fit himself.

This morning I went to the gym for an hour while he watched the kids, and then he went for a run this afternoon while I watched them :) Tomorrow I will need to be up at 6am to get a work out in before he goes to work.
 
I just go to a local gym here, too. When my son turned 18 months and I realized I hadn't even really started to lose the baby weight that I wanted to before getting pregnant again, so I found a place that has childcare and I go 2-3 times a week. I am now 4 lbs under where I started last time (down 23 lbs since may of this year, and still going). I had been running/jogging, but I find I haven't been able to push myself quite as hard the last couple of weeks. I don't necessarily feel like anything bad will happen, I just can't find that higher drive. I am still doing some weights, too, mostly legs. I find my hour there without my kid truly renews my energy and my ability to cope with the rest of the day.

I agree with those who said just do what you can to make it through the next 9 months. There is no one right way to do it, just whatever works for you. Growing a new human is not an easy job.
 
I just go to an F45. I don’t have any kids yet so I can just go when I like. I usually go to the afternoon classes. I’m right in the middle of an 8 week challenge. I was trying to lose 10kg in the 8 weeks. I managed to nearly lose 6 in 4 weeks. But now I’m pregnant I don’t want to starve myself so I try to stick to the food and eat extra if I feel I need to. I was going 5-6 times a week. Thinking about reducing to 4-5. How many times a week do you ladies try to go?

Congrats Tex on your achievement. I wish I’d started at the beginning of the year!

Buffy that’s nice that you and DH have your schedules worked out like that.

Totally agree with everyone with doing what you can do. There’s no point pushing yourself.
 
I go 7 days at the moment. We shall see how long it lasts :haha:

I cap my sessions at 45mins. I used to be there for between 1-2hrs before falling pregnant.

That's a great effort losing 6kg in such a short time :)

I'm off to see Bad Mums 2 tonight with some friends. Everyone have a lovely day/night!
 
Thanks Buffy. I have a feeling that it contributed to us finally falling pregnant along with the healthy eating. My sessions are only 45min on weekdays and 1 hour on the Saturdays. You make me want to stick with 6 a week still.
 
Morning :wave: ended up going to bed at 2am and my daughter waking me up at 5:30 :hissy: my son wasn’t even poorly :dohh:

So today is the day I give my family their pregnancy reveal balloons, I’m so nervous :shrug:
 
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