Evening Ladies 
Friday tomorrow…..(sigh of relief). After having Monday and Tuesday off from work, I know I shouldn’t be wishing for Friday to come already. However, I’ve been feeling completely wiped out and the relentless battle against pregnancy exhaustion has found me counting down the hours until I can switch my brain off and look forward to a lie in.
I’m currently snuggled beneath a duvet on the sofa, a steaming mug of tea held close to my chest. From the moment I dragged myself out of bed this morning, I’ve been wishing for this moment, fluffy socks on and magazine at the ready. 
Of course, no cuppa would be complete without something to dunk in! I just tried one of the chai “Raweos” that I picked up in NYC. Great texture but blimey are they spicy!!
Anyway…..tonight is definitely a night of comfort. Since I found out that I was pregnant, I’ve learned that I have to take each day as it comes. Some days are complete write offs, spent sleeping and then sleeping some more. On others, I feel….okay….but I’m still waiting to experience all this wonderful energy that the pregnancy books talk about. Yup….I’m still really tired on most days.
Needless to say, I’ve been maintaining a good workout regime, mixing things up a bit to include more toning work. Before pregnancy, I’d be able to muster up the energy to work out even on the days when motivation was lacking. These days, the motivation is there - I really want to work out – however, on some days the fatigue takes over and physically stops me from carrying out what I’d love to be able to do……all I can liken it to is getting old!
……..This whole pregnancy is proving to be a great learning process for me. Eating regularly, getting enough sleep, exercising but not over-excerting….all things we strive to do under any circumstances but also things that hang in much finer balance during pregnancy. The most important thing that I’m finally learning for myself is the age old lesson for pregnancy, “Listen to your body”. After years of disordered eating and pushing myself to the max in my workouts, I’m finally learning when to go a bit easier on myself, not only that but just how easy to go in order to keep myself balanced and harmonious. Hopefully these lessons will stay with me and lead down a road that is paved with health, long in to the future.
love and hugs
Emm xoxo
Whoa that’s crazy that you picked those up in NYC but they’re made in CA. I know exactly where that street/city is, I took the bus past there many times! Right near San Francisco.
Emma, great job on taking such good care of yourself and the little one! And I don’t think days sleeping should be written off- if it’s what your body needs then that’s a great thing you’re doing, giving it a chance to rest!
I hope you have a lovely weekend and that the energy you’re waiting for finds you soon!
I think its great that pregnancy has been helping you listen to your body more. My best friend is 26 weeks -this is her second baby and she’s knackered but doing really well at taking care of herself!
I suppose that’s the key isn’t it – it’s all about doing what would be good for you anyway but it becomes more important when you’re pregnant? I hope you’ve had a chance to relax and catch up on some sleep this weekend
xx
I may not be pregnant but I hear you on the exhaustion front! I think it’s great that although you’re feeling exhausted you are still managing to keep up an exercise routine and to eat well and to let your body rest – listening to your body is so important
Hope you have a great week lovely!
It is great that you are able to listen to your body and take care of yourself through your pregnancy.
Glad to hear you’re listening to your body! Hope you have reached your energy stage!
thanks for your openness and honesty! a beautiful post!! and those raw-e-os are fabulous! i live in NYC, and they’re one of my favorite treats to pick up at my vegan grocery! love your blog!