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23 January 2010

365 Days & About That Many Pounds

Can you believe that my due date was exactly a year ago today? If at that time someone had informed me that I'd have to wait another 6 days for Baby G's arrival, I may have socked thiem in the nose.

It's true. I was 230lbs and desperate to give birth.

Six days later was the more important day of my life & marked the beginning of my new life. What a surreal year it's been. I can hardly remember looking like this:

PS. I think I rocked the massive belly pretty well, all things considered.

PPS. A giveaway shall be announced in the morning -- sleep tight & stay tuned!

Labels: Pregnancy

11 Comments:

Shannon O said...: Not only did you rock the belly but you looked beautiful with the belly.

I have a weird pregnancy question to ask, seeing as I've never been pregnant myself, forgive me if this is too personal.

After you give birth what happens to all the stretched skin and how long did it take for it to go back to somewhat normal? -Shannon O.; January 23, 2010 at 9:46 AM
Desiree said...: Haha, well, skin is pretty elastic, so it definitely tightens up again a bit, but I think most mamas would tell you that you're left with a bit of a saggy baggy tummy when it's all said and done. I lost all the baby weight by 6 months after her birth, but everything's pretty squishy :); January 23, 2010 at 10:07 AM
Elaine said...: congrats! i felt all your eagerness and excitement...and am actually now waiting for my own!; January 23, 2010 at 12:54 PM
Desiree said...: Congrats Elaine -- we've switched roles ^_^ When are you due?; January 23, 2010 at 1:23 PM
Unknown said...: you were 230lbs in those pictures? You don't look like you could have POSSIBLY been that big!; January 23, 2010 at 2:25 PM
Desiree said...: Haha, oh believe me! I wish it weren't true!; January 23, 2010 at 2:29 PM
mommymae said...: i gained 70 lbs with my twins, 55 lbs with the boy & 40 with the last one. i feel you.

i remember thinking you were one of the most gorgeous pregnant women i'd even seen. truly beautiful.; January 23, 2010 at 8:13 PM
Jinxy said...: You looked awesome!!; January 24, 2010 at 10:46 AM
Anonymous said...: Oh wow, I can't believe that its been that long! Go you, chicka :); January 24, 2010 at 7:02 PM
Elaine said...: i'm supposed to be due in march, but all signs are pointing towards an early delivery. whenever the time comes, i'm going to try and channel your strength. loved your birth story!; January 25, 2010 at 11:42 AM
Desiree said...: Awe, thanks guys -- you're so good to me!!

Elaine -- best wishes for a wonderful birth!; January 25, 2010 at 1:38 PM

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