Belly Baby Gadget - The Resurrection

It has been well over a year since I updated this blog. I am still torn on the thought of a baby.However, there are 2.. no 3 reasons this blog is being from the ashes:

1. I saw a video on Facebook that completely sent me into a state of panic, fear, and confruzzledness (confused and fuzzy). A woman gave birth inside a car. This video made me rethink my whole entire life

2. The conversations that ensued between me and my friends were amazingly supportive and cathartic - like a $300 couch session with a great psychiatrist.

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3. I still have some issues to work out, what better way to do that than to write...

Losing 40 Pounds in 1 Month! - The Plan

So one of the items on my Pre-Pregnancy Bucket List is to lose 40 lbs. For me this is absolutely a daunting task. I love all things dairy, sweet, and indulgent. An old co-worker used to joke that I even love my sushi, "deep fried and smothered in cheese." LOL. Truth.

But today is the day I chose to begin that journey hardcore. Turn Down for Whaaatt??  One motivation is a friend's wedding in less than a month, and another is the 6 lbs I have gained since the Puerto Rican rainforest put me on crutches - the wrath of El Yunque!

 Oh and did I mention I will be losing these 40 lbs during the next 30 days? Yeah about that. All you naysayers that do not believe it's possible, I have used this detox diet to jumpstart my initial 20 lb weight loss. Yes, I lost 20 lbs in 1 month and did not exercise at all! Not one sit up, lunge, or crunch.

The diet is simply called the Quick and Effective Weight Loss Program. A doctor in the greater Atlanta area created it to help some of her clients get back on the road to health. Basically, you are eating fruits, vegetables, and meat. What I like most about it is that I'm never hungry and if I am, I can eat!! What I absolutely hate about this plan is that I cannot eat what I want, it's all planned. The first week is the roughest because my body is going through carb withdrawal. This time around I am definitely going to get moving and add some exercise.

Because Team Work makes the Dream Work,  I am sharing my diet with my BBG family! Contact the Diva with the message Weight Loss and I will email the program to you!

I will post my progress pictures for your enjoyment. :-)

But so far, DAY 1 = 176 Lbs.

Note: I am not a doctor or a health expert. If you decide to do this diet, it is  at your own risk. Be sure to check with your doctor before starting any detox or exercise regiment.

Baby Brezza Formula Pro

 
I stumbled across this piece of genius by chance. I plan on breastfeeding my little one, whenever its that time. But, if I give in or my body sucks at making milk this will definitely be my go to.

Image: Formula Pro

 

All parents who use formula need this machine in their lives. The Baby Brezza Formula Pro makes Baby Bottles at the touch of button!  Just like a Keurig, the Formula Pro stores the milk and water all in the same unit. You never have to measure or mix and it is compatible with all baby bottles.

 

The Formula Pro retails at $149 - obviously you can't put a price on convenience. Is it all that it is cracked up to be? Rate it below






 

 

 

Puerto Rico!!! Ohhh!!

Hello everyone!! It has been a minute since I have blogged. Life got real and my blog went dormant. I am going to try not to let that happen again. I know everyone had withdrawals from not reading my inner musings. LOL

My hubby and I just celebrated our 6th wedding anniversary this past Saturday. Six years in and we decided Puerto Rico was the perfect place to let loose. We had an amazing time and it made me appreciate alone time with my hubby even more.  There were things that we did that just wouldn't have feasible with kids, diapers, and strollers in tow.

 

 

 If you are ever in Puerto Rico, you must go visit the rainforest, El Yunque! It was beautiful. Our tour guide Giovanni with Acampa Adventures was great. He took us to amazing spots in the Rainforest that we just wouldn't have found on our own. I ended up on crutches from this hike, I took the fast way down the waterfall! LOL. But it was all worth it and I hope you enjoy the photos

 

 

Fear of the Pregnant Crohn's Belly

Last night was such a difficult night for me. My Crohn's decided to come out and play. So not only did I wake up to excruciating cramping,  I had to run to the bathroom in between. It probably lasted all of 45 minutes. The next morning I had to wake up and go to work. Of  course I was late.

But it got me thinking, how will I deal with this if I had a baby in tow? Not only would I have had to get my life together and get myself ready, I would have to get another person fabulous for the day. LOL. That is a lot! Even sitting here typing this, I am still semi-exhausted from not sleeping well on top of the normal fatigue from the Crohn's.  As I continue to type. There is no dinner prepared - I ate leftover kale. I'm tired. No laundry being done. I'm tired. No dishes being done. I'm tired. I have a cookout scheduled for this weekend - there is cleaning that needs to be done. And again.... I'M TIRED. LOL

Also at the back of my mind is the thought that I could actually pass this same existence along to my baby.  I probably inherited mine from my Dad, who also had Crohn's. I by no means have severe Crohn's- I have had two surgeries. But I am not cramped up every day, I can hold down a job, and travel with minimal issue. But I don't want to pass it on at all. I would feel guilty. I have resolved to breastfeed as long as I can when the time comes so I can lessen the chances of passing on a stupid belly. LOL.

Let's say I do pass on the Crohn's. After the guilt, I think my other fear is not being half the Mom my Mother was to me. Physically, I am not sure I have it in me. During my multiple surgeries, my mom particularly had it the worst - taking care of a sick child while working a full-time job and managing a full-time household: cooking, cleaning, laundry, running to the hospital.

But at the end of the day, if we decide to have a baby, all I can do is prepare, pray, love. :)