My Birthday Trip!

So, very last minute I headed back to LA for a quick visit!! I was sooo freaking happy!!! Especially since it was my birthday weekend!

First line of business...FOOD! Oh, how I missed all the food that LA has to offer! My favorite cafe/restaurant in Manhattan Beach is probably Le Pain Quotidien!

For breakfast...Organic Whole Wheat french toast with sliced strawberries with agave syrup.

Lunch, Organic Grilled Chicken & Smoked Mozzarella with arugula and basil pesto! Yes, they threw in some pickles just for moi!

I spent tons of time with my friend Natalie... ever meet someone and just hit it off? She is it! I wish I could bring her back with me!!!! I will miss her dearly.. Here is a pic of us at our other favorite spot, Mediterraneo in Hermosa Beach. I think we were there for over 2 hours..just chatting away!

Like I mentioned before, Mr. Southbay took me to a Lakers game on Friday night... It was a TON.OF.FUN! It was also something much needed for the both of us.. Our life's lately have been hectic with packing, moving, house hunting, flying, long distance, new job, packing and preparing for our Little Darling. We definitely enjoyed ourselves at the game .... tons of laughing and snuggling was also included! I just remember laying down that night....with a big smile on my face feeling so happy....and blessed. Besides the game, my other favorite part was shopping for our Little Darling..!! We snatched up some bibs and booties!

It wasn't easy leaving again...especially without Mr. Southbay..he stayed another day for the movers to come and whisk away our belongings...with that said I am however looking forward to moving into our new place! We are renting for now and snatched up an end unit townhouse. Its brand new! Not sure if we ever lived in anything so nice before.. Especially living in LA...nothing is new unless you have a million dollars :)  I will share pictures soon as we move in! February 1st!!!!

Ha, me at LAX with a ton of luggage! Starbucks in hand...  :)

Always bittersweet! And...another chapter begins!

Darling's 28th Week Update

Bump Pic

Little Darling's Size: Putting on layers of fat, he now weighs in around 1.5 to 2.5 pounds and measures about 13.6 to 14.8 inches.

 

Countdown: 83 Days to GO!  wow!

Clothing: Able to wear some non maternity dresses.. but my winter jackets are getting snugged!

What I Miss: While I was back in LA this past week.. we headed off to a club real quick to see a few people.. it was so embarrassing when the door man said... "When are you due?" My brain took me back to the movie Knocked Up... I just laughed and shook my head... REALLY?!! i had a black long jacket on with a scarf... !!  Its not like I was broadcasting!  Click HERE to see that scene from the movie!!!

Cravings: Nothing specific...I'm kinda boring right now in that department!

Exercising:  Did a couple LONG pier to pier walks...wow, my legs were sore!

 
Symptoms: Ridiculous back pain... ugh! I can't be on my feet too long or sitting...

Total Weight Gain:Oh, my we will find out Wednesday!!  11'lbs so far!

 

Gender: ITS A LITTLE MAN!!!! We decided to keep his name a secret till the day of his birth!

Sleep: I can't complain..just bathroom trips!

Movement:  Oh, he reminds me he is there :)

On a Positive Note:  Mr. Southbay surprised me with Lakers tickets last Friday night! OMG, 8 rows back from the players!!! It was SO MUCH FUN!!!! We felt like kids :)  Oh, we didn't want the night to end! Kobe, taking a shot!

 

A Message To Our Darling- Well, you were officially at your first Lakers game!! I could tell you heard all the loud noises...cause you were moving!!!!  We got you the most adorable Laker booties and bibs!!!  Your Daddy and I already decided that one of your first photo shoots will be in Laker gear!!!!!!   

Highchair Galore!

Where do I begin? Why must there be so many choices in highchairs? I have come across a couple that I have been drawn  to..but looking at the true functionality of it... well, I have no clue! 

Qualifications

1. Slender, not bulky

2. Easy to clean, less fabric the better

3. Simple fold and easy to transport

Finalists

EvenFlo Modern Highchair

Pros: Sleek, wheels, easy to clean, simple design, removable tray and can bring to meet table top.

Con: Few reviews posted since it just came on the market, not easy to fold transport & too plasticy (per reviewers) 

Joovy Nook

Pros: Easy to fold/transport, easy to clean (even the white), tons of reviews!

Cons: you can't push the tray up close to your baby is a real disadvantage, hence tons of food fall

The pros and cons listed, were the comments I read over and over again in the reviews....

I have come across tons of highchairs that look great but then I glance at the price tag! I'd like to find a chair under $150 if possible... Or should I invest more?

Do you recommend anything or currently use either of these chairs..suggestions welcomed! I am new at this!

Darling's 27th Week Update

Bump Pic

Nobody home..had to do one myself! :)
I'm getting big huh!

Little Darling's Size: At 13.6 to 14.8 inches and 1.5 to 2.5 pounds, he's not just getting bigger, he's getting smarter. We have brain activity! After this week we are officially in the 3rd trimester!

 

Countdown: 91 days to go!! 

Clothing: Loving my Juicy Couture outfits....with maternity tank tops!

What I Miss: Getting all dressed up and heading out to the clubs!!!!!

Cravings: Coffee...odd right?!

Exercising:  Oh, I'm heading back out to LA! Last minute packing... I can't believe we scored a frequent flyer ticket....so I will be hitting the strand for some good power walking!

 
Symptoms: leg cramps better...been really hydrating myself..maybe that is what is helping?

Total Weight Gain: 11lbs so far..will find out next appointment which is in one week!

 

Gender: ITS A LITTLE MAN!!!! We decided to keep his name a secret till the day of his birth!

Sleep: Lots of bathroom trips! Toss'n  & Turn'in

Movement: ALL THE TIME, MOVEMENT!!! His movement is getting higher, closer to my ribs...also, my bladder is really feeling it again..

On a Positive Note:  Like I said...sneaking off to LA..one more time!!!!!! AND, its my birthday next weekend..so its definitely the best.gift.ever!

A Message To Our Darling- I bought you the cutest PUMA gym suit today!!!! Now we can be twins!  xoxoxoxoxo

I completed my glucose testing earlier this week! I went early!!! I chugged it down..sat an hour and then they took  my blood.. {ouch}  But, I haven't heard back...is that normal till your next appointment? I hear different things... nonetheless...no news is good news? The drink wasn't too bad..but about two hours after drinking it I had the worst stomach cramps... lasted about two hours...but then I was all good!

Nursery Print

I came across this adorable yet simple print tonight... I think this may find its way in our Little Darling's nursery! Tambo Creations is the creator!

You want one too? Click here! 

I'm getting antzy, waiting patiently till we move into our new digs! February 1st is our move in date!!! Then I can start putting together a crib..throw on the sheets and start decorating!

I am going to try my hardest to not stress out and just have FUN with the decorating process!

Cali Baby Shower!

Since we literally were given two weeks notice about our move to the East Coast... A couple of our friends put together a baby shower/ going away party for Mr. Southbay and me :)  It was so nice to see so many people at once before we took off for the East Coast!

Here are a few pictures!

Of course we must start off with the invites!

Made by Anna

The desserts were made by Anna's sister! Everything was very yummy!!

I love tissue pom poms!

They set up a little photobooth too!

Here are two serious pics!

I made sure Mr. Southbay was close by during gift time! I wanted him to be apart of it! I mean, he is the Daddy!! We felt so blessed to have received such thoughtful gifts!

These two pictures below are of us watching the sweet and hilarious video my Parents sent to us!

A cyber group pic with the Parents!

A super big thanks for Anna to host the party! 

Darling's 26th Week Update

Bump Pic

Yeah, I'm getting bigger!

Little Darling's Size: An eggplant in size...He is taking breaths. They're full of amniotic fluid, not air, but it's still good practice.

 

Countdown: We are officially under the 100 day marker!!  97 Days to go!  Due Easter :)

Clothing: Just realized today, I never have to worry if my fly is down :)

What I Miss: being able to snuggle easily with Mr. Southbay...

Cravings: Coffee...odd right?!

Exercising:  ha..we are back east..we will see what happens...

 
Symptoms: Leg Cramps..major! only in the middle of the night!

Total Weight Gain: 11lbs so far..will find out next appointment which is in two weeks!

 

Gender: ITS A LITTLE MAN!!!! We decided to keep his name a secret till the day of his birth!

Sleep: Lots of bathroom trips!

Movement: ALL THE TIME, MOVEMENT!!! His movement is getting higher, closer to my ribs...

On a Positive Note:  We found a place to live...after 16 pages of filling out a rental application (yes, ridiculous) we hopefully find out this week if we got it! Its a brand new townhouse on the end.. We have never lived in such a nice place before :)

A Message To Our Darling- We started crib shopping the other day! So many choices...so many prices..I can't wait to finally purchase and put together everything!! We also ordered and already received a stroller for you little one! Its put together and already a test drive has been completed, take a look ! :)

My Father sat him in ....and he just stayed...we drove him around and he was so content.. hilarious! Oh Kingston..we love you! Wondering what kind of stroller it is? Britax B-Ready.. we are still deciding if we like it.. more to come on that!