This is going FAST!!!!!!

I CANNOT believe it is December OR that I am in in my eighth month of pregnancy!  Let me get right to the belly pics that I have been remiss in posting!!

 28 weeks                                                                     32.5 weeks (last night)

Our little peanut is growing!  Now I'm feeling lots of playful movement from inside my belly, and I love it!!  Though every time I put daddy's hand on my belly it stops....Rob has that calming effect on me too :) 

 

We JUST took maternity photos with the super talented professional photographer and wonderful friend Lori Berkowitz !!  I highly suggest capturing this magical time on film.  It was fun to do as a couple and what a special way to remember this miracle!  I'll post a sneak peak when I get one!

 

We have been busily getting the baby's room ready for his/her arrival in late January and were VERY fortunate to have my parents' help over Thanksgiving.  We had a great time with them setting up the crib, sewing curtains (my mom did that....we just selected fabric), trying out gliders...Grandpa almost fell asleep in most of them, so we can't trust his opinion :) and just enjoying their company.  Sadly, we won't be able to go to New Mexico for Christmas this year because it's too close to our due date.  Happily, we had a great time with my parents while they were here!  My mom brought a fantastic array of my baby memorabilia (this is where I get my pack rack tendencies).  It was so fun to see my baby pictures and even more fun to see my parents' hairstyles & wardrobe!!  Check this out, a pair of shoes my Grandma Isabel gave me in the ORIGINAL box!!

 

 

Now, before and after nursery pictures are forthcoming.  However, while we put on the finishing touches and mom makes the full transition from office to nursery (AKA cleans her stuff out!)  here's my favorite corner.

 

This little spot represents four generations of my family.  The circular mirrors belonged to my Grandma Isabel and hung in her house for as long as I can remember.  My mom bought her grand baby the adorable monkey lamp shade over the Thanksgiving weekend, the very existence of the room is my (and Rob's) vision for our child and baby Jaekel will complete the circle in her/his crib here. 

 

In case there was any doubt how excited my parents are to be grandparents (and even more exciting...twice over as Andrea is also pregnant!!) or you missed this photo when it hit Facebook.....

 

 

 More to come.............







Cyber Monday Special!!

Happy Cyber Monday!

We've got a GREAT deal for YOU!  This week is our monthly Mommy Talk after class and we've got professional photographer, Lori Berkowitz giving us tips for taking and shooting your best picture!!  Whether you're taking pics of your little ones, posing for professional photos, or just want to look your best in every shot.....Lori's got great ideas!

Normally, this one hour intenSati workout + Mommy Talk is $30 when you drop in for a day.  TODAY ONLY we are offering this whole package for $15...that's half price!!  Simply leave a comment in the comment box below saying "I love intenSati for Mommies!" and come to class on Wednesday with your $15 in hand.  I'll save you a spot :)

**childcare costs are additional and require a 24-hour advance reservation

Happy Cyber Monday!! 

Wednesday's class to benefit Sandy

Good morning and happy election day!!!  Don't forget to vote!

Ripley Grier Studios, the location for intenSati for Mommies, is taking donations for The Red Cross this week.  So, guess what?  We're gonna help!  That's right, all of the net proceeds from class this week will go directly to their collection! 

What a fantastic and EASY way to help those who lost so much during the horrible storm last week.  You're coming to class anyway :)  Please tell a friend!  Let's raise as much $$ as we can!!

Also, we have a sitter this week for kiddos and the more kiddos, the lower the cost of childcare...so bring your wee ones too!!!!  Just let me know today that they're coming.

Think you're not ready to tackle intenSati?  Believe you're not yet fit enough?  Worried that you're pregnant and it's not safe?  WRONG!!  Check out the pic below.....I'm seven months pregnant and this shows me (third from right in grey tank) with other intenSati leaders + creator Patricia Moreno just after filming an intenSati workout video!!!  NO EXCUSES!!  Come to class! Do some good!

xo,
Jolynn

Happy Halloween!!

Happy Halloween everyone!! 

 

I was hoping to teach in this today, but unfortunately storm Sandy has thwarted my plans.  Can you see the tiny heart in the baby skeleton?  I love it!!!  Hopefully you and your little ones are still enjoying the holiday, and if you're on the east coast I sincerely hope you are all safe.

Even though we couldn't have class today, I wanted to spread a little intenSati love.  So, I'm reposting the link to my guest blog all about my journey with and the benefits from intenSati for Mommies.  Click on this link from our fantastic childcare providers Lucky Lil' Darlings and read all about it!!  Then join us for class next Wednesday morning at 9:30am at Ripley Grier 72 Studios.

**SPECIAL ALERT** If you need childcare for the next three Wednesdays during class, let me know....the more kids, the better the price!!

Trick or treat!!
J

I'm a mom now!

Good morning and may everyone be safe and sound from storm Sandy.  I am happy to report that we never lost power and have no damage.  Much love and support goes out to all who were less fortunate.

 

So, I haven't posted in quite a while because LORDY baby prep is busy work!!  I know, I know, nothing compared to when baby is here.  That's part of my "problem" though, I have all this energy right now....blessed second trimester....and I think I have to do EVERYTHING I ever wanted or needed to do NOW before the baby comes and because the baby is coming.  Well did I get a wake up call a couple of weeks ago!

 

I was simply walking down the street with a friend (thank goodness I wasn't alone) when all of a sudden I stepped on uneven sidewalk and lost my balance.  Instinctively, I twisted my body to the side to protect my belly but fell all the way down to the ground.  I have NEVER been so scared in my life!  In that instant, all of those motherly instincts people tell you about kicked in full force! My ankle was in extreme pain (later to be diagnosed as an extreme sprain) but all I could think about was, "what did I do to my baby?!"  I started to hyperventilate, I knew that wasn't good, but I couldn't catch my breath because I was panicked.  The tears were welling up in my eyes, I was unable to move from the middle of the New York City sidewalk because I was just in shock. Yes, a pedestrian did stop to inquire about my condition (New Yorkers aren't all that bad).  My friend eventually got me to a safe seat where I could elevate my now swelling ankle and try and catch my breath.  I calmed down and called my doctor and my husband and my podiatrist.  I checked in with everyone that needed checking in with, and then just wanted to go home and be still so I could feel my baby move...that was what I needed.  To be sure that he or she was ok.  Nothing else mattered.  I didn't care that I relied on healthy feet for a living, the golf ball sized ankle was of no concern to me, I wanted to feel my baby move!!! 

 

Here's the kicker, my placenta is low which provides a pillow between the baby & me...whew! extra padding, but I generally don't feel a lot of movement because of it's position.  So, waiting was agony.  But that's what I did, waited.  I went home & put ice on my elevated foot, layed back on the couch giving my belly optimal space and waited with my hands on my belly.  I was sooooo happy when I felt movement!!  I finally felt like I could breathe.  It hit me, I'm a mom now and my baby comes first.  Someone else's needs trump mine.  I will do everything in my power to protect my child. 

 

I now understand why my parents agonized every time we got hurt playing soccer, were out later than expected or worried when we traveled without them for the first time.  Last year, last YEAR, not when I was a kid, my mom and I were sharing a dessert and she let me have the last bite.  I thought to myself, "How does she do that?  This is delicious!  I don't know that I would do that, maybe I shouldn't be a mom."  Guess what?  I now get it, I'd give my child the last bite of cake too.   

 

So now, I'm taking a new approach.  I DON'T have to do everything NOW!  I am almost seven months pregnant and I SHOULD slow down a bit.  THAT is part of protecting my child...making sure mom is rested, safe and healthy.   I am writing to you now with my still healing ankle elevated and relaxing on this second day of unexpected storm vacation and am quite content to be doing nothing more than that!

 

Below are belly pics!!!  I took them one week apart from each other because when it came time for the six month pic, the baby hid!  It's now almost time for the seven month pic so stay tuned....

 

24 weeks (camera shy baby)                                                      25 weeks (there you are!)



Body Local October Deal!

Hi Body Local Community,

I'm so excited to offer you a special deal for my Fun Fitness for Mommies class!!

Join us for four, one hour intenSati workouts on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 at Ripley Grier 72 Studios, 131 West 72nd St.

What is intenSati? An empowering and powerful workout that combines interval training, martial arts, dance & yoga with positive affirmations. This innovative workout srengthens your body, mind and spirit. Effective and safe for ALL fitness levels.

I'm currently pregnant, so YES it IS safe for everyone!!!

The goal of intenSati is to help you live a life you love in a body you LOVE!!! At Fun Fitness for Mommies we are building a community of expectant, hopeful and current moms. Once a month, after class, we offer a "Mommy Talk" on topics relevant to motherhood including acupuncture for fertility, prenatal massage, healthy nutrition and so much more!

Need a sitter? We've got on-site childcare from the professionals at Lucky Lil' Darlings available for a small additional fee and a 24-hour advance reservation. (Based on sitter availability.)

Come burn up to 800 calories in one class, HAVE FUN, and FEEL GREAT!

Grab this $40 four-pack deal for the Body Local community by clicking on the PayPal "Buy Now" button below and email me at funfitnessformommies@gmail.com to reserve your spot.

**four classes must be redeemed within six week period of first class taken
**classes purchased through this Body Local promotion expire on 12/13/12
**additional fees for childcare

I'll see you in class!

 

Quick hello!

Friday night we spent an exciting evening shopping for strollers at Buy Buy Baby, but tonight we're celebrating my birthday!  In honor of the date night, I got a manicure!  I am la la loving Luxedo by Essie!!!

Essie is safe for pregnant bodies because it doesn't contain the big bad "three" - formaldehyde, toluene and dibutyl phthalate (DBP).  When going to a salon, you just want to be careful that it is well ventilated and I take my own tools so that I don't risk infection from anyone else.  Mind you, I never did this before, but now I'm extra careful for baby's sake!

Doing something nice for yourself is super important - ALWAYS! :)

The other thing I wanted to share with you before my big night out, is my recent blog post on the Lucky Lil' Darlings blog .  They have asked me to be a monthly contributor throughout my pregnancy and this was my debut!

Gotta get beautified....more later!
xo,
Jolynn