Staying Healthy during the 1st Trimester

When I was pregnant with Sadie, I didn't work at all. I ate pretty much anything I wanted. I also had a fairly easy pregnancy. I remember being tired during my first trimester. After a long day at work, I could come home to crash. But that was it. I can't remember any other symptoms during those first few months.

Fast forward 3 years, and here I am in my first trimester. And it has beaten me down and run me over with a brick wall! I am exhausted ALL the time, yet I toss and turn at night. Naps are few and far between. I am queasy all day, but not to the point of nausea, just enough to be annoying. I have to eat every 1-1.5 hours or my stomach starts growling like a tiger. I'm breaking out like a crazy, which is actually the least of my worries. I can honestly say, I was not expecting ALL of this, but it really is true when they say each pregnancy is different.

So here I am, I have found this new passion for a healthy life and I am met with road block after road block to conquer. But that isn't stopping me.

I want this baby to be healthy. That is my top priority. It's not about a number on the scale anymore, it's about fueling my body for this baby. This baby will take ALL the nutrients it needs first. I get all the leftovers. I want GOOD leftovers!!

I'm not saying I don't indulge on my cravings. Trust me, I do. But I feel confident knowing that I now know how to fuel my body correctly on a daily basis. I strive for this and Shakeology has been my best friend in this process.

In order to get my fitness back on track, I'm starting a new Facebook Accountability Group. 21 Days of simple nutrition, quick workouts, and daily motivation. I obviously don't have a goal to lose weight anymore, but I will still be using all of the same tools to keep my body and this baby healthy. If you are interested in joining, leave a comment below or send me a message on Facebook! All fitness levels welcome!