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Pregnancy Style Tour 4.0: Weeks 15-16

After last week’s post you may have picked up on the fact that these weekly pregnancy style recaps are about more than just fashion. Some weeks will be lighter on the content and some weeks will be a little heavier, since that is simply how life works.

And on that note, I am delighted to report that my NIPT blood test came back negative and my Down syndrome scare is over. It was the most frightening 10 days of my life. Even though I told myself a million times the odds were in my favor, there was still that “what if”, and that “what if” (in any walk of life) is a terrifying, anxiety-inducing place.

Fortunately, for most of us when those “what if” thoughts creep up we can usually shut them down as being irrational. However, this time I couldn’t do that. In fact, when I would get to a place where my gut told me everything was okay, I didn’t want to listen to it for fear that if it was wrong and would somehow hurt all the more if I received sad news. And so it went like this for 10 days… up, down, up, down… One thing that did not go down, however, was the relationship with my husband.

It has been said that it is in the tough times that ones true character is revealed, and I can say his shined more beautifully than ever. He flew home early from a work trip in Brazil just to be with me despite my telling him not to because there wasn’t anything he could to make it better. I was wrong, just him being physically there with me, did make it better. He was my rock and cheerleader for 10 days. I knew he was scared, but he didn’t want me to know just how scared. He told me that no matter what God chose to give us, we would raise and love this child like any other. I knew he was right and I knew that our love for this child would be as deep as ever.

Still the hardest thing for me to imagine was knowing something was technically “wrong” with my child, and that hurt in every part of my being. I was also fearful of the way other people, especially kids, would treat my baby. Even though he or she would not likely be as acutely aware of the cruelty, I would be, and it would kill me.

Fortunately, this is not something that I have to think about at this moment, THANK YOU GOD. However, I know there are countless numbers of parents that were put in my position and didn’t receive good news. And despite fear and an awareness of the challenges that lay ahead, you still choose to have your baby and give them the best life possible. I admire your pure unselfish love and faith. Or, there are the parents where everything was fine with their child and suddenly something tragic happens.

My heart like never before goes out to the parents in either scenario. I know you suffer because your child suffers. I don’t know exactly who you are, but I want to say I am in awe of your strength and courage. I am sending prayers and love your way. You are amazing!

I am not sure why I had to through this torturous 10-day period all due to a test that will likely cease to exist because it has so many false results. However, I am the type of person that does believe everything happens for a reason. While this incessant need to know why it is that every little thing happens can be a bit much (even I can agree to that), it is also this analytical nature that forces me to look deeper into potentially character changing circumstances. This, I believe was one of these cases. Since receiving the good news everything tastes sweeter, sounds clearer and shines brighter. This is especially true for my three beautiful children. It is easy to forget in the day-to-day routine, sometimes battle, that I am so blessed to have three healthy, strong and smart children. Yes, they also drive me crazy, but for the first time I have been grateful that they can actually do so. I had a perspective altering moment and I pray I can hold to the teachings it held.

 

Now with that in mind, let’s move on the lighter portion of today’s post…

 


Weeks 15-16

Stripes!

In case you haven’t heard stripes are very “IN” this season… okay, they are pretty much always “IN”, but this spring and summer you should see even more than usual coming from the retailers. If you love stripes, like I do, this will make you very happy. Here I incorporate this trés chic, classic pattern in two different ways.

Both of my looks follow this classic theme.

First, is a look I wore out to a lunch with friends. I snapped a quick photo before heading out the door. I have become accustom to doing this for these pregnancy style posts and I am not the only one. As soon as my little princess sees me smile for the camera she insists on being in my arms. Of course, I am more than happy to oblige since, in my mind, she makes every photo better. 🙂

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Shop >>> Theory Striped Cut-Out Tank (non-maternity)
Shop >>> Theory Blazer (non-maternity) // also love this budget-friendly option
Shop >>> Lanvin Pumps // splurge: similar version of mine // or  save

 

Prior to becoming pregnant, I had noticed that Topshop now carries a maternity line, and I found this quite exciting for my expecting readers and clients. Little did I know, that I too, would get to join in on the fashion fun. In previous pregnancies I have not bought a lot(almost nothing) of maternity clothes for two reasons: First, the chic factor simply was not there; and second, clothes were often over priced. And I don’t know about you, but I do not want to spend a lot on clothes that I will only wear for a short amount of time. So this is why it’s so great that retailers like Topshop now carry maternity clothing. The clothes are ubër stylish and well-priced. Trés bien!
look2 Here my little princess is getting out some energy out after church. Her polka dot dress is from one of my favorite children’s stores in Paris called Rose & Theo. This darling little store breaks the norm for children’s boutiques in Paris. While having the same luxurious material and design, it does not have the same very high prices. Rare indeed! I can’t wait to see what is in the boutique when I go back in a week.
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Shop >>> Topshop Maternity Striped Dress
Shop >>> Manolo Blahnik Pumps // splurge: similar version of mine // or save

 

My California Winter Uniform
You could also call this a “momiform” since black is really one of the best colors to wear around kids. Regardless of what you call it, this is my go-to look for winter time. Now before you go and call me boring, don’t forget I often like to add a pop of color (I know so adventurous:)) In this case it is red. I guess I have Valentine’s Day on my mind.
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Crossbody Bag- nothing better than hands-free, especially when you are running kiddos around.
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Shop >>> Mango Dress (Style Steal- now on sale for only $23.99)
Shop >>> Chloé Boots (sold out but similar splurge version here and save here)
Shop >>> Balenciaga Crossbody Bag (couldn’t locate it in red, but this rose color is majorly crush-worthy and perfect for spring. also love this budget-friendly option – it’s a steal! originally $195 now only $62.50 )

 

Secret Agent Woman
This maternity trench coat is an absolute gem! Go ahead, take a look at it. Do you see what makes it different from the typical trench coat? If you guessed, the belt placement, then you guessed right! The belt is perfectly placed above the belly, making this coat look so much better than one that simply ties or buttons around the belly. Here I paired it with my favorite knee high CL stiletto boots and this chic hat also from Top Shop. I have to admit this ensemble made me feel sexy and powerful like I was sort of pregnant femme fatale. I love a good fantasy, and that it one of my favorites things about fashion. Often times, what you are wearing will transform how you are feeling. So whoever you feel like being this weekend, dress that part. Even if it is the “I am tired and feel like being in pajamas half the weekend” part. That role is a good one that we all like to play from time to time. Happy weekend friends! xx
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Shop >>> Topshop Maternity Trench Coat
Shop >>> Topshop Fedora
Shop >>> Christian Louboutin Boots // love these budget-friendly option (great price and on sale too!)
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with love,
Jess

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