The height of fetal activity came during the week I attended the NHAM. Maybe she’s attracted to the authoritative voice of the some of the speakers. Maybe she’s just not being lulled to sleep with my sedentary bum glued to the seat for most hours (oh how my coccyx hurt!). For the most part she [...]

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fibrate on April 14th, 2009

These fashion styles or attributes are this pregnant lady’s new best friends.
Elastic waistbands. Style may be a concern in the morning when I’m doing a once-over in front of the mirror before I leave for work (mostly for  leftovers from breakfast!), but ask me again after lunch when comfort is all I crave.
Tights/leggings. Gawk at [...]

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fibrate on April 8th, 2009

With all due respect (and devotion) to my little girl, being a fascinating creature in her own right with moving limbs, a beating heart and perhaps a functioning auditory system by now, this is how big (or small, depending on your perspective; BIG in mine, because how roomy do you think my abdominal-pelvic cavity is?) [...]

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fibrate on April 3rd, 2009

If this is getting repetitive, it’s because food is central to my existence, now more than ever.
My appetite has never been healthier, now that I’m happily in my second trimester. The cravings are surprisingly manageable (bet hubby’s really relieved) - apart from hunting for char siew pao in town one late rainy night, mother and [...]

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