Meet my other baby, @ardynnyc .
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I am so excited to be enjoying this beautiful day designing our “other baby”, which is our new restaurant @ardynnyc that my husband @chefrylo88 and his partner @adambord are opening this winter in #NYC Proud is an understatement! Definitely a lot to be preparing for two babies that will take up so much of our time, but what I’ve learned about partnership is that you have to support each other’s dreams. I’ve been dreaming of being a mom since I was little girl, just as Ryan has dreamt of owning a restaurant since he was a little boy. Together, our one day some day dreams continue to come true, and for that- and so much more I am grateful. We hope to see you at the restaurant this winter!!
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#nyc #newyork #newyorkcity #westvillage #33west8thstreet #ardyn #ardynnyc #chefrylo #michelinstar #michelin #michelinguide #michelinstars #chef #cheflife #chefwife #powercouple
Finally, some relief! Thanks @zionphysicaltherapy .
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If you know me, you know that I’ve been battling some really bad chronic back pain for the last two months. I had terrible burning on my belly, on the right side under my boob. We tested for shingles, a gal bladder attack and finally I saw Dr. Jaclyn Bonder @cornell last week who suggested I see a physical therapist for the terrible pain. Today I worked with Francesca and even after one session I feel immense relief! She was so kind, asked for consent to touch any part of me (which was so important and appreciated!!) and the work she did really helped me feel like myself again. #pregnancy is beautiful but it’s like they say “beauty is pain” — and this has definitely been a painful experience with daily discomfort. I am forever grateful to be here, to be pregnant and to be 31 weeks. I am also not afraid to say that this has been a challenging 31 weeks, and I am super lucky to have the support team and access to care that I do, because it’s helping make this journey one that I can enjoy as much as possible! Thank you @zionphysicaltherapy and to every one of you who has been on my team!! .
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What are YOU growing? 👶🏻🌱
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Pregnancy is like gardening or farming, it requires dedication, time, detail and effort. With just the right amount of nutrients, sunshine, sleep and care you can grow something beautiful! 🌱💞But what’s coolest, is that just like gardening and farming, sometimes Mother Nature has enough to offer that all you need to do is plant the seed, give it some water, love and attention and it will flourish all on its own with the energy of the universe. @gabbybernstein says, the universe has your back, and this is one of the ways it really does. Believe in your body, mother yourself, and I’m sure you’ll see, if you sit back, give your body the love and help it needs and then let the universe take control, you’ll learn it has your back too 🙌🏽
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#7monthspregnant #29weeks #universehasyourback #inspired #inspiration #growing #garden #nyc #newyork #newyorkcity #baby #pregnancy #pregnant #pregnantbelly #preggo #belly #beautiful #gardening #fall #jets #pregnantandperfect #smile #pretty
It’s a double donut coffee kinda morning 🍩☕️🍩 .
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The lack of sleep and extreme exhaustion that comes with pregnancy is absolutely wild. It’s definitely not something I was warned of. In fact, as a mom who went through the trials and tribulations of #IVF all I heard about was the struggle associated with conceiving. The shots, the pain, the miscarriages, the fear, and all for the hope that one day some day I’ll be pregnant. But what about actually being pregnant? What about that struggle? I am so challenged with my feelings about pregnancy. Wanting this so badly and yet disliking it so much because of the chronic pain and discomfort and sleepless nights. All in all, I am grateful to be pregnant. So today, Every day is like a game, and I’m the player. Give it my best effort, try, know that I may get hurt, I may not win, but even if I lose, I can always play again. Every day I remind myself that the trophy I’ll get one day is my beautiful daughter, and when she comes I’m going to teach her about the game of life- it isn’t an easy one; we don’t always win, but half the battle is saying we played and we gave it our all- and in that, we win 🙌🏽
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#7months #3rdtrimester #tired #exhausted #dunkindonuts #thisbabyrunsondunkin #jets #footballsunday #football #sunday #donut #donuts #nosleep
t a x i 🚖 p l e a s e .
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Going anywhere using public transportation is not the easiest thing to do, and it’s hell of a lot harder when pregnant! I will say though, it’s been really refreshing, sweet and inspiring to see how people are willing to help. I’ve also needed to get comfortable asking for help, which is not something I typically do. It’s scary asking for help, because you never know if someone will be willing to assist you. Yesterday I had to ask a policeman to carry my shopping bag to the corner. My taxi driver to put my bag in the trunk, and a neighbor to help me carry my bag to my building because it was too heavy for me to carry home. Then today, I had tears well up in my eyes. My husband and I were on the subway, and as we stepped into the car, the doors shut and the train began to move. I lost my footing and before Ryan could grab me, a man who was sitting on the subway grabbed my arm to keep me from falling and then offered me his seat. I know that not all pregnant women are given the support they deserve and not everyone offers them a seat - like the girl who walked in front of me as I was hailing a taxi and took the next cab available without any regard for me- but let this post be a little reminder that if you give the support, it is most certainly going to be appreciated. It made my weekend, and I thank the New Yorkers who stepped up to help me when I needed it ❤️🍎🚖🚊🌆
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