This change to my daily routine comes hot on the heels of another change in my baby bumb care. After using Palmer’s Tummy Butter for 5 months, I decided to try the Palmer’s Massage Lotion for Stretch Marks. They are about the same price (around €7-9), but where the Tummy Butter is rich, thick and delicious smelling –the Massage Lotion is light and sinks right in. Plus it is in a much more convenient pump bottle. Both Palmer’s products have been superb and so far, there are little signs of stretch marks on me.  Of course, the proof will be well after this (fashionably late) little guy is born.

During the winter months and the mid section of my pregnancy my mid section grew rapidly leaving my skin feeling wrecked and dry. Comes with the territory, I know. But a generous slather of the Tummy Butter made me feel so much better. Almost like I was plastering my over-stretched skin. However, it took forever to dry and most of my leggings were left with a waxy coating around the waist. Yuck. Because it was so soothing, I was hesitant to try anything new. But last month out of desperation, I reached for the massage lotion. It feels just as moisturizing (although I’m not growing as rapidly as before) and leaves me feeling much lighter and cleaner.

I bet you thought I went and had my baby already due to my blogging absence…well, I’m still waiting. I’m 39 weeks and 3 days and counting down to 40 (or 41 or 42 weeks) when I can finally meet the little guy. Maternity leave has been great so far giving me lots of time to take care of things around the house that I’ve neglected. But alas, business combined with breaking the internet, forgetting logins and being unable to sit at a desk for prolonged periods without my back and legs aching means that I’m dreadfully behind on the blog. Never fear. I’m working away on editing photos and will have some posts lined up for the next few weeks when I (hopefully) am busy delivering and taking care of the new baby.

In the meantime, get a good laugh out of the view of my feet from above. The bump is ridiculous!

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So, as you can see I’m in the 3rd Trimester…and everything has changed! I had a pretty rough week last week, so sorry for the lack of posts. The baby is riding high and pushing against my ribs. Ouch! Some great prenatal yoga from Yoga Dublin Studios, lots of hot water bottles and rest has helped make it better though. Just hoping he starts to move down a little before August! If I fall behind a bit in posting, have patience. And thanks for stopping by!

@21 Weeks Ξ This shirt dress was a steal at only €5 on sale at H&M. So far I’m not terribly thrilled with the selection of maternity wear at the Stephen’s Green location (but then, I’m not thrilled with the selection of affordable maternity clothes anywhere. I may be pregnant, but I’m in my 20s and can still follow trends). Anyway, I digress. This dress is an affordable exception. I’m mad about buffalo plaid and the super light cotton means it will be wearable for multiple seasons–a real plus when you’re trying to stretch your maternity wardrobe.

These pics aren’t the best, but I’m sure I’ll be wearing this outfit again soon with better snaps. It’s a nice alternative to last summer’s buffalo bargain I can’t get enough of tomato red and buffalo plaid.  I think this dress will last me in my non maternity days too–it’s slightly longer and has a higher waist than a regular tunic might, but that suits me because I’m long waisted)

*at least, looks like it so far!

We’re so excited. I can’t wait to meet the little guy. I’ve already been thinking about awesome nursery ideas (on a budget of course), but I still have to wait a few more weeks before I buy anything

In the meantime I’ve got a few new style posts, product reviews, last minute Christmas wishlists, and more! Oh, and I have new fringe. Still not sure I’m adjusted to it yet.

I’m going to try to line up some posts while I’m away in Wicklow this Christmas, so stick around and keep an eye out for my first contest in Jan 2010.