BEYOND THE OVEN: A BUN IN THE OVEN
It’s about time I let the cat out of the bag! We are expecting … a BABY!! The hubs and I are so thrilled and can’t even begin to express how lucky and blessed we feel.
Being our first baby, we decided to keep the news under wraps for a while with only a few close friends and family knowing. And of course being an African (read: severely superstitious), I was just nervous to let it out to the world given that everything was going so well. But I couldn’t hold in the happy news any longer and just have to share with you!
This may explain why things have been slow/ chaotic/ all over the place around here. Hope you can forgive me for that :). I am still wrapping my head around all the changes coming my way!! With trying to finish up my PhD, moving into a new house and keeping up with exhaustion, it’s just been a ride!! But thankfully, we are all settled into our new place and I can finally start preparing for baby.
OK a few baby details for those of you that might be interested:
How far along: 27 weeks. Almost onto the third trimester!! Due August 2nd.
Gender: IT’S A BOY!!
Morning sickness: No. I was lucky and blessed to have no early pregnancy symptoms. I think I only puked once but that was from over-eating!!
Total weight gain: ~15 pounds (I think!)
Sleep: It’s a constant struggle. This may be my only pain point. Some days are better, others just not happening. Thus why I am constantly tired.
Cravings: Anything sweet. I am not usually a sweet person (shocking I know) but once I started the second trimester, all I want is sweet carbs. Cinnamon rolls, donuts, cookies, you name it. I need to stop. And obviously the weight gain is not a surprise.
Emotions: Mostly happy but I get a burst of panic from time to time about how I am going to do it all!
Belly Button: On it’s way out.
As always, THANK YOU for being the best and always checking in on this blog! I heart you and will continue to create scrumptious recipes for us all 🙂
You are the cutest preggers lady ever!!! I am beyond excited by the news, and can’t wait to meet your bundle of joy!!!
Thanks Joc!
Aaaah! Congrats little mama! So excited for you. xo
Thanks Heather 🙂
WHAT?! I am SO SO SO HAPPY FOR YOU!! Doing cartwheels actually. You are THE BEST SECRET KEEPER EVER. I can’t believe I had NO IDEA when I saw you in Feb!! Crazy.
Awww thanks!! Was going to spill then but we were all so busy running around lol!
EEEEKKKK! I’m so excited and happy for you. This is awesome news! And you look absolutely fantastic! XOXOXOXOXO!
Thank you Liz!
Omg congrats!! How exciting! You look great!
Thanks Julia!
Congratulations Zainab. Wishing you and your hubby all the best. Your bump is so cute xx
Thanks Chichi!! I’m getting used to the bump lol!
Such cute pictures! Congratulations, Zainab 🙂 So happy for you. I never knew you were not a huge fan of sweets. I don’t eat sweets nearly as much as I used to … and yet, we’re both dessert bloggers. Go figure 🙂
Hahha I am a savory person but love baking and decorating! That’s how I got started 🙂
Congratulations! That’s so exciting!
Thanks Ashley!!
Many many congratulations! I am so happy for you. Being a mother of two boys I can say it is an exciting adventure! xo
Thanks Jamie!! I can only imagine how much fun (and work!) two boys are!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! That is wonderful news!!! I have to admit: I suspected! You look wonderful and I am so glad that you are feeling relatively good!! When is your due date?
Hahha I figured!! I’ve been MIA recently lol! Due date is Aug 2nd!
OMIGOSH OMIGOSH OMIGOSH!!!!
AHHHHHH!!!!!!
I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU! CONGRATULATIONS!!! You look adorable–those maternity photos are the cutest–and you’re gonna be such an amazing mom to that little boy! I’m sooooooo excited!
Ahhhh!! Thank you dear!!! You are the best!!
MAJOR congratulations!!!!
Thank you 🙂