My Pregnancy Update at 30 Weeks: A Peek Inside My Third Trimester + The Final Stretch

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Oh BABY, things are getting real now that I’m 30+ weeks pregnant! In fact, yesterday the nurse told me I was in the “final stretch” which really put things into perspective. I’ve been loving my third trimester thus far, especially feeling baby girl squirm and watching my bump grow by the week (while comparing the baby’s size to the latest fruit and veggie).

Today on the blog, I’m sharing an inside look at the third trimester thus far — including weight gain, food cravings and everything in between! You can read my first and second trimester recap here.

FOOD CRAVINGS & AVERSIONS

I don’t really have any intense cravings anymore, but I do have some “go to” foods I can’t live without. This includes cold seasonal fruit like berries, watermelon and peaches, gluten free bagels, arugula salads, peanut butter, Lara bars and anything with potatoes — from French fries to baked potatoes.

I’ve also been loving DIY chocolate protein shakes (made with GO PRO Protein Blend, banana, spinach and ice) and my favorite Mint Chip smoothie from Juice on Main.

“MORNING SICKNESS”

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Zucchini Noodles with Pesto + Summer Veggies {Gluten Free, Dairy Free Vegan}

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Can you believe summer is just a week away? I’m so ready for my favorite season that I’m hosting a special Summer Solstice + Salad celebration at sweetgreen Legacy Place next Tuesday, June 19th. There’s still a few spots open, so Boston area friends get on it!

For me, summer is all about keeping it simple in the kitchen with 10-minute recipes, grilled proteins and veggies and lots of “no cook” meals. This holds especially true being almost 30 weeks pregnant, since I’m trying to stay as cool and stress-free as possible.

Last week, I whipped up a simple Zucchini Noodle recipe with homemade pesto and veggies, and it was a big hit with myself and hubby! This 5-minute meal can be served as is, or with a side of grilled chicken or fish, and is perfect for hot summer nights. Enjoy!

Zucchini Noodles with Pesto + Veggies 

  • 2-3 zucchini or package of “zoodles” (already spiralized)
  • 1 package cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large cucumber, chopped
  • 2 cups arugula

For pesto: 

  • handful of fresh basil
  • ~1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil (plus more for desired consistency)
  • 1/2 c. walnuts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • squeeze of fresh lemon juice
  • salt &
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Our Destination Babymoon Getaway to West Palm Beach: Where to Stay, Dine & Play

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I’m officially 26+ weeks pregnant, and time is starting to fly! I can’t believe we have only 14 weeks left until we get to meet our sweet little girl. She’s already such big part of our lives (we love her so much!), and I know our life is about to change in a big, big way.

While I don’t agree with the random woman who told me I won’t have a life once baby comes (um, that’s bizarre advice to give someone you don’t even know), I do agree that life as we know it is about to come to a closing. It will be hard, there will be a lot of change, but we’re about to experience a love like never before and for that I am SO excited.

To celebrate being three months from our due date, hubby and I decided to take a much-needed Babymoon getaway to West Palm Beach last week! In this post, I highlight our favorite places to stay, dine and play while vacationing in West Palm.

 

Getting There

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Babymoon in Paradise: Our Spa Day at PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens

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To celebrate Baby Girl coming this summer, hubby and I escaped to West Palm Beach for a Babymoon last week. (You can read all about out trip here!)

It was a totally different kind of vacation since a.) I’m six months pregnant b.) I’m not drinking and c.) I often want to go to bed by 9:30PM. Needless to say, getting some solid relaxation was a must for me, and I don’t know of a better way to relax than being pampered at a spa.

One of our favorite days on the Babymoon was our Spa Day at the PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, a must for anyone babymooning to the Palm Beach area.

Our Treatments

We arrived at the beautiful spa about 30 minutes before our appointments so we could relax and settle in — each going our separate ways to our changing rooms. When I opened my locker to change into my robe, I was greeted with a sweet welcome note and gift!

The full service spa has dozens of treatment options depending on what you’re in the mood for, but I went with a fitting Mommy-to-Be Facial and hubby opted for his … Read More!

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We’re Having a Girl…Coming This Summer!

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Good morning beautiful ladies. Hubby and I are excited to announce that Baby Ski is a…GIRL! We both had an inkling the whole pregnancy that we were having a girl — including some very vivid dreams I had — and our gut feeling was indeed correct.

I am so excited to meet our little girl and officially be promoted to “mom.” If you haven’t already read my second trimester recap, you can do so here!

 

Speaking of being a mom, today on the blog I’m sharing my 2018 Mother’s Day gift roundup packed with unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for all those special mommas in your life all under $75!… Read More!

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Mother’s Day 2018 Gift Roundup

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Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Today on the blog I’m sharing my 2018 Mother’s Day gift roundup packed with unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for all those special mommas in your life.

Best part? They’re all under $75, ranging from beauty products and jewelry to tea and chocolate!

1. Healthy Chicks Spark Your Bliss Deck, Healthy Chicks, $19.99

I’d be remiss to not include my affirmation card deck, Spark Your Bliss! This practical 36-card deck includes positive affirmations with journaling prompts and action steps to boot. The cards come in a beautiful illustrated mandala tuck box, and are intended to help you set your soul on fire. You can find them on Amazon, and locals can purchase at Juice on Main in Mansfield, MA, An Unlikely Story in Plainville, MA, SheBreathe’s in Walpole, MA, or Hair Today Salon in Glastonbury, CT. Go ahead and spread some positivity to your mom BFFs!

2. PeaceFull Gift Set, Organic Bath Co., $57

As a mom-to-be myself, I know how sacred those moments of peace are going to be. I’m in love with this gift set from Organic Bath Co. bringing together two of my favorite products — PeaceFull Body Butter and … Read More!

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Weekly Healthy Chicks in the Community Feature: Erin Madore of Grounded Warrior

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Good morning beauties, and happy Friday! I am thrilled to introduce you to this week’s feature on Healthy Chicks in the Community, a weekly series highlighting rockstar girl bosses doing their thang in the wellness world.

Erin, Founder & CEO of Grounded Warrior, literally oozes passion and confidence, and her bubbly personality shines through even never have met her before IRL. She’s super passionate about fitness and wellness, and truly loves motivating others to feel their very best through exercise — and have fun doing it too!

Go ahead, meet this curly-haired rockstar for yourself and try not to be inspired. (I dare you!) Be sure to read through the end as Erin is offering a very generous promo code for the Healthy Chicks tribe.

NAME: Erin Madore

DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS/LINE OF WORK: I am passionate about empowering women to prioritize their health, wellness and happiness. The fact is we’re all busy which means it’s even more important to take care of ourselves so we can be our best at home, in the workplace and everywhere in between!

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Baby is Half Baked: My Pregnancy Update + a Look Inside My Second Trimester

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Hello beauties! I’m excited to tell you that baby Ski is officially “half baked” — and as long as a banana — as today marks 20 weeks pregnant. These weeks have truly gone by fast, and what people say is true: the 2nd trimester is definitely much more enjoyable (at least compared to the first trimester).

This morning we woke up bright and early for our 20-week anatomy scan and baby is as healthy as can be. We also got to find out the sex of the baby (which we’ll announce soon after we tell family).

Today on the blog, I’m sharing an inside look at the second trimester thus far — including kicks, cravings and everything in between!

FOOD CRAVINGS & AVERSIONS

While I didn’t have many cravings my first trimester since the nausea was intense, I’m now back to loving food again! Once I hit week 16, my appetite kicked it up 1,000 notches. I started craving anything and everything especially cheeseburgers, french fries, pizza, salads and potatoes — all of which I happily enjoyed. In fact, I’ve gone back twice to one of my favorite childhood dives for crinkle-cut fries!

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21-Day Mind, Body & Soul Spring Detox is Here!

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Happy Spring, friends! Spring is one of my favorite seasons, as it’s a time for new beginnings, blossoming into your full power, and detoxing the things that are no longer serving you (be it food, relationships or clutter).

I absolutely love the sunshine, buying $5 tulips and delicious seasonal produce like snap peas, asparagus, sprouts and strawberries. Everything simply feels more alive…don’t you agree?

Spring is also the perfect time to start fresh by taking care of your mind, body & soul!

Join me for my 21-Day “Mind, Body & Soul” Spring Detox. During this 21-day group program, you’ll learn how to “detox” your mind, body and soul for the season ahead through seasonal cooking, mantras, and self-care tools.

The program officially kicks off Monday, April 23rd, and I hope you’re able to join me!

Challenges includes:

1. Weekly dose of positivity sent straight to your email (even better than your morning iced mocha!) with clear action-steps to implement right away for the three weeks. You’ll receive emails on Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the three weeks.

2. Access to private Facebook group to hold one another accountable – I’m a firm believer that the main reason we don’t … Read More!

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4 Healthy Restaurants I’m Loving at Legacy Place

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When I moved to the suburbs, one of the things I missed most was walking (or taking public transportation) to my favorite healthy hot-spots. Since that’s no longer an option, I realized I had to get used to driving but taking the trip all the way into Boston isn’t convenient or feasible for me anymore.

That’s why I’m super grateful for Dedham’s Legacy Place, an outdoor shopping plaza with a Whole Foods, boutique clothing stores, restaurants and more! Bonus: It’s just a 25 minute drive from me, and I don’t have to fight for a spot on the T to get there! 😉

Since I’m a foodie at heart, I wanted to share a roundup of my favorite healthy restaurants at Legacy Place — some of my old-time Boston faves and some brand new to me!

sweetgreen

 

Why I love It

I love that sweetgreen is a scratch-kitchen, changing their menu seasonally and sourcing local as much as possible. In fact, they even have a local list in each store clearly outlining where their food comes from. Can’t get much more transparent than that! You can order one of their signature salads or grain bowls, or craft your own … Read More!

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