(boo, sssssssssss, bad pun!)

By the end of pregnancy, I think I’ve mentioned, I was around 195 pounds. (The week prior to Maya’s birth I was above 192, and I was averaging 2+ pounds per week.)

Within 2-1/2 weeks of Maya’s birth, I was down to 170. Not bad - 25 pounds lighter - but you have to keep in mind, I’m 5′3″. I took some photos in shorts and a jog bra, and they’re downright scary. Ah, the wonder of “before” pictures!

I started hiking at Palmer Park again shortly after Maya arrived, and once she hit six weeks, I started back to the gym again. I’m pleased to say that other than one Friday, I’ve been there every blessed Mon/Wed/Fri since. On the Friday I missed, I did a LONG hike on Saturday to compensate. So there.

Here’s a quick check-in of the stats as of this morning:
Weight: 156.2
Hips: 44 inches
Waist: 31.5 inches
Bust: 40.25 inches

What?!? Giving my REAL measurements? Sure, why not. What is, is, and if I pretended to be anything other than what I am, it wouldn’t change a thing! Last week, I purchased a pair of jeans that actually fit, and while I don’t plan to remain a size 14 (okay, they’re snug still), having something that fits in a flattering way is a great ego-booster.