Pregnancy Week 23: Symptoms, Cravings, and Baby Movement

Wow! I know I have said this before, but I can't believe that I have completed week 23.  To be honest, I am excited but I am actually starting to get nervous.  With each week that passes, I grow more and more excited to meet my newest little man but I am also nervous how I am going to handle being the new mother of 3.  I think I manage 2 quite well and worry that 3 will be a challenge.  

I watch some amazing women on youtube who are mom's of more than 3 and they are my heroes.  In the coming weeks, I will be looking to them for motivation and inspiration.  My fear is that there won't be enough of "mommy" to go around.  This fear is something I can't seem to control but I'm working on it.

Symptom wise everything has mostly stayed the same.  My heartburn and acid reflux are still going strong.  I have continued to treat it with Zantac and Tums Smoothies.  I have been on the hunt for the Alkazelter Chews but I haven't been able to find them yet.  My restless legs are still driving me nuts and have been starting every night at around 6:30.  That makes it impossible for me to go to bed prior to them becoming restless.  I'm going to talk to my doctor about any treatment options at my appointment later this week.  

New symptom, I have a rash.  I have a rash on my chest and just at the top of my tummy.  It itches and it's pretty uncomfortable.  It looks similar to my youngest son's eczema rash but I'll have to show the doctor this week.  After my regular body wash stung my skin in the shower, I am switching to Aveeno for now.  

I haven't gained any more weight this week.  So I am still at a total weight gain of 10 pounds.  I am still craving fruit, but lately I have started to want chocolate.  Unfortunately, that gives me heart burn, which you think would deter me but it doesn't.  I still eat it.  I tell myself baby wants it!

The baby has started moving around so much more! Amazing!!

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Thanks for checking in with me this week!

Kristen

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Boba Family: Boba Carrier 3G Review and Giveaway

Images courtesy of Boba Family.

*Disclaimer:  I did receive a Boba Family Baby Carrier  for purposes of this review.  I did not receive any monetary compensation.  All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.  My loyalty is to my readers and always will be. 

I have long understood the importance of baby wearing.  With my first son, I did it purely for bonding, and that on it's own was an amazing experience.  When my second son came along, he had collic.  It was suggested to me by his pediatrician that wearing him in a baby carrier or wrap would help to soothe him and keep him calm.  Since I would have tried anything, I started the journey of baby wearing and I was amazing.  I would wear him around the house and suddenly I was able to get dishes, laundry, and vacuuming done.  When I started wearing him out in public, I was able to take my time shopping and get more things accomplished.  He was relaxed and in what I called "his happy place"

I recently received the Boba Carrier 3G and think it's amazing.  

My thoughts:

It was really hard for me to choose a color because Boba Family had so many great color choices.  But I ultimately went with the Glacier.  I like the fact that it was gender neutral and that my husband would enjoy the color as well.  He doesn't particularly like to wear patterns.  

(Glacier shown below, image coursety of Boba Family)

The Boba 3G Carrier fit like a dream.  It was so easy to strap on and get my 11 month old into.  He enjoyed sitting so close and loved the effortless piggy back ride.  I was extremely comfortable using the Boba 3G to carry Declan around.  I have tried other carriers in the past that felt awkward and lacked support. This was a pleasure to  use for both me and my little man.  The padded straps fit my shoulders perfectly and didn't dig into my skin. 

I found that adjusting the straps was extremely easy, which was a huge bonus considering my husband and I will switch back and forth.   The rear clip is military grade, so I know it was going to keep my little man safe.  This will fit moms and dads from 5'0 to 6'3.  I'm 5'1 and it fits great.  

The Boba 3G is all about accommodating a toddler but I should mention that it will also accommodate a newborn without an insert.  There is a detachable hood, which I haven't used yet but it will come in handy when I'm nursing and on the go.  

The carrier does have 3 pockets but they are a bit small.  But you can fit a debit or credit card and a small set of keys.  The pockets aren't perfect but they work.  It also comes with detachable foot straps but my son's legs don't fit into them just yet.  

Overall, I have loved the Boba Carrier 3G and recommend it to other parents looking for a soft carrier for their baby or toddler.  

I have to apologize for the lack of personal photos, but I am currently 6 months pregnant.  I will be doing a future post with new baby on baby wearing.  

Where to purchase:

Boba Family website

Amazon

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