Week 33 Pregnancy Update and Youtube

How far along? 

The end of week 33, not long now until I have a full term baby! 

Total weight gain? 

2 stone last time I was weighed.

Maternity clothes? 

Nothing this week, although I am getting ready fed up of my outfit choices, maternity jeans on rotation constantly isn't much fun!
I'm also looking for something nice to wear for Christmas day, that I can somehow get away with wearing afterwards too. 
I did get a gym ball though, so I've had a few bouncing sessions on that, it's so comfy! 

Stretch marks? 

None yet. I'm still using my Elemis oil, and LOVE it. Definitely my personal favourite out of all the oils I've tried so far. It's about to run out and I have another on the way.

Sleep? 

Sleep is still really difficult as I just get so uncomfortable and feel pretty heavy. I'm getting up even more times a night now to go to the bathroom, waaaa.

Best moment this week?

Not baby related, but passing my driving theory test, I was so nervous that I would fail, even after tons of revision. It's going to be a very close call as to weather I can pass my driving test before little Jeffy comes along though...
I re-joined the gym too, I've only been twice but am feeling much better for it. 

Worst moment this week?

Again, not a worst moment as such, but I literally HATE supermarket shopping right now. Bumpy really gets in the way and I feel like I'm saying 'excuse me' every two bloody seconds! Also, I can't squat low enough to get to the bottom shelf.... kinda embarrassing!

Miss anything? 

Still missing my apatite, poached eggs, and gin. I know I shouldn't say it, but I'm really missing my old flat tummy now!

Movement?

He's calmed down a little bit, but still some big movements going on. He also tends to get the hiccups at least a couple of times a day now too, rather violently I must say!

Food cravings? 

Still chai tea lattes. Do I even need to mention chocolate?! I think it's just a given now...

Anything making you feel sick or queezy? 

no.

Gender? 

A boy.

Symptoms? 

Feeling full all the time.

Period pains. I'm getting these kind of regularly now, I'd say about every other night.

Tiredness, it gets to about 5.00pm in my working day, and honestly I'm ready to settle down and go to bed!

Belly button in or out?
Outy.

Happy or moody?

Generally really happy.

Looking forward to?
Going on maternity leave! I've decided to go a little earlier than I originally planned, and I'm feeling like I need it no. Only 2 weeks left... scary.
I've planned lots of things to do like yoga, the gym, swimming and some hypnobirth classes (more on that in another post). Oh, and of course there will be Christmas to organize for too, so I'm sure i can keep myself occupied while I wait.

Week 32 Pregnancy Update

Firstly I must apologize for the state of my strange looking hair in the second part of this weeks update, I'd just woken up from a nap and was so exhausted I literally didn't care about looking in the mirror before filming!

How far along? 

The end of week 32, seriously guys, where is the time going?! 

Total weight gain? 

2 stone.

Maternity clothes? 

It doesn't really count, but I bought a support bump band, to help lighten the load and hopefully ease my backache!! 
Also going over bumps on the Vespa (yes I'm still managing to cling on to my Vespa rides with Stefan) is getting more uncomfortable so I'm hoping it helps with this.

Stretch marks? 

None yet. I'm still using my Elemis oil. 

Sleep? 

Sleep is still really difficult as I just get so uncomfortable and feel pretty heavy. I'm getting up even more times a night now to go to the bathroom, waaaa.

Best moment this week?

Our last scan, we found out the little one already has hair :) I'm very happy about this indeed!

Playing the torch game with jeffy, I think the light must have freaked him out though because everytime we shined it on my belly he went really still. 

Worst moment this week?

This sounds ridiculous but I had a bit of a hormonal 10 minutes where I cried because my feet have gone all puffy and fat...

Miss anything? 

Strangely I'm missing having my apatite. 

Movement?

Movement is still pretty crazy but has calmed down a little bit, I think he's having a growth spurt.

Food cravings? 

Chai tea lattes. naughty because it has caffeine but I've been having a big glass of water afterwards.

Anything making you feel sick or queezy? 

no

Gender? 

A boy.

Symptoms? 
I have a ton...

very frequent bathroom trips, 

leg cramps, mostly at night.

Feeling full all the time, I'm never really hungry and I just eat when I know I would normally be hungry.

Shortness of breath when walking 

Heartburn

Period pains

Ligament stretching pains 

Leaking breasts. 

Back ache is back now :(

Belly button in or out?
Both depending on Jeffy's position.

Happy or moody?

Generally really happy.

Looking forward to?
Going on maternity leave! I'm feeling like I need it!

My Currrent Daily Make-up routine | Youtube

 

Good morning everyone!
So, after a few of you have asked me about my make-up and skin over on my Youtube Channel, I decided to film my everyday natural make-up routine for you all. 
I haven't done one of these beauty videos in a very long time, so do let me know if you like it and if it's something you'd like to see more of on my channel! 

I'll be back on Youtube at the weekend with my pregnancy update for you :) 

Inimitable...

Hello there lovies,

another week has come and gone, can you believe it? 

I can't help but think it'll be Christmas before we know it, and more to the point, my little baby will be here before we know it!

I've certainly been feeling festive this week, which I'll admit, is unusual for me so early on. 

Perhaps it's all the lights up in London? Oh and the fact that I seem to have developed a serious peppermint mocha addiction. I'm telling you, it tastes like a delicious sober Christmas.

This week has involved a burger and movie date in Chelsea, a wintery walk home, and a spot of serious beauty and make-up organization. 
Oh, and not forgetting that Draw My Life went live last Friday night. It was such a huge project, so that was a big part of my week. As I said in my last post, I am so overwhelmed at the response, I was literally bombarded with gorgeous comments and emails all week. I have the best viewers ever. Seriously, thank you. 

I think perhaps my favourite part of this week, was our impromptu Battersea firework outing, as we happened to be driving past at the time.
I always feel so nostalgic come firework night. I think it's because I've always had such good memories of it, and strangely I feel like it's always a real time of reflection for me. 
This year was no exception, Stefan and I snuggled up with a cup of tea on the big windy London Bridge, and our little baby Jeffy was wiggling around inside me. It was an awesome moment of complete happiness and contentment.

Jacket- Zara last season

Jumper- H&m 

Jeans - Topshop Maternity 

Chelsea boots- Topshop similar here

I am still on the look out for a camel colored coat, perhaps with a faux fur collar... anyone know of any lurking around?

My beauty pick for this week, is without a doubt Chanel Inimitable waterproof mascara.
I never go too crazy with mascara as I love a natural make-up look, so my mascaras always tend to last a good few months. 
With this in mind, as scary as it sounds, I thought this could very well be the mascara I wear the day I go into labour, hence why I picked water-proof...  
I realize that may sound completely INSANE to some of you, but I know I'll want to wear make up, no matter how much pain I'm in!

I ended up purchasing this for a tastey £13,  as I had an unexpected voucher on my account. 
Don't you just love it when that happens?! 
Especially as I got to the till feeling a little bit guilty about spending so much on a mascara... 
With or without the voucher though, I'd definitely recommend it, such an intense black, and really lengthening.  You can never go wrong with Chanel.

I'm not sure you can tell so much in this photo but it really lengthens and intensifies the lashes.

Another beauty product I've been actively cooing over this week is the Charlotte Tilbury Gold Bar highlighter. I can't stop thinking about it. This is very sad, I do realize that.
I'm just waiting for my current highlighter to run out so I can justify the purchase. Is it okay to buy myself a Christmas present? Or perhaps a present for getting through pregnancy?!

What have you been up to this week? Have you tried the Gold Bar or Inimitable?
I hope you all had a lovely week.


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Draw My Life...

I know most Youtubers filmed the famous 'Draw My Life' ages ago now, but I've only just got around to it... I thought it would be a fun thing to do for those of you who have just stumbled across my channel or follow my pregnancy vlogs but don't know very much about me.

I posted it on Friday night and I honestly cannot believe the response it's had so far,  I'm so overwhelmed  you guys are seriously amazing for all the lovely things you've said.
I've had countless emails, tweets and messages, you've even got me teary eyed myself!

So I just want to say a little thank you to everyone who has watched and commented so far, it really does mean a lot to me. I think I'll need to dedicate a whole evening to reply to you all!

Oh, and I think we should all say a massive thank you to the hubby too, who also spent loads of time editing this video for me, and put up with countless strops of an over-tired preggo!

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Week 30 Pregnancy update

Hey there everyone, 

I hope you don't mind, I wont be doing a Youtube update this week because Draw My Life was such a big project that I felt so exhausted and needed a little break from filming. I have filmed a beauty video this week instead  instead though. 

How far along? 

The end of week 30 now, time seems to be flying by. 

Total weight gain? 

I'll be checking at my next appointment. 

Maternity clothes? 

Nothing new this week, I did buy a winter coat from Zara, it makes me look like a whale but literally every single coat I've tried has the same effect. I just had to admit defeat in a bid to be warm. 

Stretch marks? 

Nothing so far, fingers crossed. My Mama Mio Tummy oil made it through another week, I'm so impressed as I thought it was pretty much ran out. I've very generous with my applications too!

Sleep? 

At the moment, little Jeffy bump seems to love sitting on my bladder, so I'm up every hour or couple of hours thinking I need the bathroom. Fun times! 

Best moment this week? 

The whole weekend was very serene really, hubby and I had lots of cuddly moments and we're feeling really excited about little Jeffy now. 
Oh also, I have to say the response I've had to draw my life has been nothing short of incredible. The Youtube and blogging community are so supportive and caring, I love you guys. 

Miss anything? 

Still drinking, and being nimble haha I can't wait to be able to pick things up properly, roll over and walk without waddling hehe. 

Movement?

Jeff spent the whole of my driving lesson last weekend in my ribs giving me a good old bashing!
He's such a mover, he hardly ever stops moving.

Food cravings? 

I have a new favourite love... peppermint mocha. probably my whole daily allowance of caffeine in one, but definitely worth it! Heaven I tell you!!

Anything making you feel sick or queezy? 

Stefs aftershave that he wore in my first trimester, bleugh can't stand it. It reminds me of morning sickness. 

Gender? 

A boy. 

Symptoms? 

I have a nice big list this week...
tiredness, heartburn, itchy belly, funny eyes & headache... Jeffy-bump is also starting to feel pretty heavy now too. 

Belly button in or out? 

Popped out but it goes in depending on Jeffs position. A certain weird little position he does where my belly button goes in, we now call 'square belly'. 

Happy or moody?

Happy. 

Looking forward to?

We have our last scan in one weeks time, aahhh! 

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