Pregnancy - October 2011

adrianhelen

Hello all,

I would like to join your group. I am 5 months pregnant with my third baby and I am trying not to put on too much weight. I never really lost the weight from my 2nd baby that was born just 2 years ago. I had severe problems with heartburn and was so limited on what I could eat anyway. So I didn't feel the need to track. I was put on medicine and in the past month I just went wild eating all the stuff I love I couldn't have before the medicine. So now it is time to get it together.

lilibe

Sorry it’s been a while since I posted anything. Welcome to all the new ladies!

Melissa – CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for sharing your birth story. I’m so glad to hear that breastfeeding is going well now. That’s hilarious (and yucky) that he had a blowout at the doctor’s office. At least the nurse thought it was funny too!

Jenna – Were you induced yesterday???? I hope it went well!

Kim – I’ve had some good luck with the Motherhood line at Kohl’s too. Some pants are hit or miss on the fit though.

ElizabethJ17 – I was thinking of getting one of those Angelcare movement and noise monitors. I’m not ready for it to be December! The only things we have for the baby are a few clothes, a dresser and a glider. We have a lot of shopping to do before then!

Julz – How is your son doing? Did the MRI results come back ok?

Juliaotwellsmith – I can’t believe it’s still so hot in Arizona! I would be dying. I only gained a couple pounds in the first trimester, but then I had a big jump in the second trimester.

Stacy – We’re getting close! I’m glad your LO is growing well.

Scorpiomom222 – I’m finally starting to get a little taste of nesting. I found myself sitting on the kitchen floor scrubbing the outside of the oven and dishwasher the other day. It seems like everywhere I look in my house there are things that need to be cleaned!

Caperfae – I’m glad you and Autumn are doing well!

Mariababe81 – My weight gain has been pretty steady. I’ve gained around 26 pounds (starting weight was 135) so I should have no issue keeping under 35 pounds. I’m 34 weeks now and I’m still able to do weight lifting a couple times a week and I’ve found that using the elliptical at the gym is more comfortable than walking sometimes.

Michelle – Time is going to fly by, especially with the holidays and birthdays coming up. I can’t believe how fast the last month or two have gone. I hope you’re feeling better!

Sandijones5783 – Great job on the weight gain so far. Hopefully your appointment goes well next week.

And for me – I had another appointment today. I’m measuring at 36 weeks and I’ve gained 26 lbs so far, and my doctor seems very happy with how I’m doing. I’m having a lot of swelling in my hands (not really visible, but I can’t wear my rings anymore and it’s hard to make a fist in the mornings). My doctor basically said, yup, all that uncomfortable stuff will go away when the baby comes! I’ve occasionally been having some sharp pains down low, and he said that’s probably my cervix starting to efface and dilate a little. It’s nice to know the pain serves a good purpose!

kcurtis05

Hello ladies!

There are a few familiar faces on this board from the TTC board.

After exactly a year of trying, my husband and I finally got out BFP this past Friday! We actually were in the infertility doctor's office that morning, scheduling my IUI for this month - how ironic! We are ecstatic!

I am a little nervous - I've been very very lightly spotting since Saturday and have had very light cramps every once in a while. I have an appt with my ObGyn on Wednesday, and am counting the minutes to it. We have been waiting so long for this and don't want to lose it!

I can't wait to get to know you ladies! Have a great evening!

YAYYY!!!!! Woot woot! I'm so excited for you!

Fitnurse27

Hello everyone!
My name is Rachel. I'm 18 weeks pregnant today. I have been a member of my fitness pal since January. I was doing well and almost to my goal weight before I got pregnant. I have had a hard time accepting getting bigger, and gaining weight. I'm super excited to be pregnant, and want a healthy baby first and foremost. I haven't been weighing myself at all because I'm worried if I think I gain too much weight. I will restrict my eating and I don't want to do that. I'm trying to eat only when I'm hungry and eat healthy good food choices. I have been pregnant 3 other times, and gained exactly 25 pounds each time without worrying about it. I have been to the doctor have only gained about 5 pounds. This is normal for me as I tend to put on most of the weight in the 3rd trimester. Any suggestions?

stayathomezookeepa

Hi everyone I am so glad I found this group. I am 5 weeks pregnant with my 3rd baby...I am hoping and praying that I don't gain much this pregnancy. I gained about 20-25 with my other 2 which isn't bad but it never came off...lol

ElizabethJ17

So this week has been a tough week for our family. My daughter has a genetic disorder that I also have called OFDS type 1. She needed surgery to place a VP shunt when she was 7 months old. It drains the excess fluid from her brain down to her abdominal cavity. She has a dysplastic right hemisphere of her brain causing left sided weakness and seizures. With everything going on she is a trooper. She is super smart and the only delay now is she hasnt started walking yet. My husband has had four surgeries for his heart one to place an icd one to repair the pocket they made and another to remove an infected icd and place it on the other side of his chest. It has been a tough couple years with everything. This week we found out my daughter has a bicuspid aortic valve instead of tricuspid valve and that she is showing signs of thickening in her heart muscle ( HCM ) she alsp had an abnormal ekg. They want to keep an extra close eye on things with her which is good but I am so frustrated. When will she catch a break? I am trying to remain positive that everything could be worse. Im sure my hormones arent helping.

FitMommyLuv

Elizabethj17->omg..I hope everything gets better..Thats alot on your plate to deal with!!!!!




I'm so tired of bed rest.:ohwell: .Only one more week to go on bed rest though!!!!!!!!!:bigsmile:
I'm 11 WEEKS PREGNANT TODAY YAY!!!!!!!!:happy:
My morning sickness is starting to get better.It's not all day like it was thank goodness.But geez is it hard to go to sleep at night!!!!



*Hope everyone is feeling great latley and WELCOME to all the new MOMMY'S...

ElizabethJ17

FitMommyLuv- thanks I hope so too. Glad you are almost done with your bedrest. I must have missed seeing you had to go on it. Hope you are hanging in there!

midwifekelley2350

mukie89~ My doc told me that it is too intense (she does it too). I (personally) think she is out of her mind! I have danced all my life and have been zumbaing for years now 1-3 times a week. If I stop now, not only will I gain a ton of weight, but my body will start falling apart just in reaction to lack of movement as a dancer. She has suggested that "they" wouldn't like to see my heartrate over 140 and would only like me to walk and bike lightly. 140 is my warm-up! There is a girl in my class that was in class until the day before she delivered and now she puts the baby in a carrier and still does it! I know everyone is different and I shouldn't compare myself to others, but I really think I will be fine. I know I'll have to calm down a bit, but I don't think stopping is a good idea.
Sorry that your body is fighting back too. :frown: You are getting close tho! I have a stationary bike at home that I love! Happy biking!

i am a nurse=midwife and i would tell you to keep doing it and modify as you need to. Listen to your body! chances are as you keep exercising your placenta will be even more effective and usually women who are very active will even have bigger babies eventhough they don't gain a ton of weight. ok, for the disclaimer...i don't know anything about your pregnancy or your health history but if you aren't having any problems there is no reason to stop!

midwifekelley2350

Hello everyone!
My name is Rachel. I'm 18 weeks pregnant today. I have been a member of my fitness pal since January. I was doing well and almost to my goal weight before I got pregnant. I have had a hard time accepting getting bigger, and gaining weight. I'm super excited to be pregnant, and want a healthy baby first and foremost. I haven't been weighing myself at all because I'm worried if I think I gain too much weight. I will restrict my eating and I don't want to do that. I'm trying to eat only when I'm hungry and eat healthy good food choices. I have been pregnant 3 other times, and gained exactly 25 pounds each time without worrying about it. I have been to the doctor have only gained about 5 pounds. This is normal for me as I tend to put on most of the weight in the 3rd trimester. Any suggestions?

keep eating healthy and don't worry...if your baby is growing appropriately you are doing your job! you will have a big jump at around 24 week (maybe 10 lbs) so don't freak out!

Scorpiomom222

Hello everyone!
My name is Rachel. I'm 18 weeks pregnant today. I have been a member of my fitness pal since January. I was doing well and almost to my goal weight before I got pregnant. I have had a hard time accepting getting bigger, and gaining weight. I'm super excited to be pregnant, and want a healthy baby first and foremost. I haven't been weighing myself at all because I'm worried if I think I gain too much weight. I will restrict my eating and I don't want to do that. I'm trying to eat only when I'm hungry and eat healthy good food choices. I have been pregnant 3 other times, and gained exactly 25 pounds each time without worrying about it. I have been to the doctor have only gained about 5 pounds. This is normal for me as I tend to put on most of the weight in the 3rd trimester. Any suggestions?

I had a really hard time with thoughts of weight gain and my body getting larger again as well. Mostly because this was a surprise pregnancy. I made sure to weigh at least once a week so I could stay mindful and not say "f**k it". And I also didn't set the "accomplishment bar" too high for myself either. I estimated I'd exercise 3-4 time a week at the most. Just eating what is right for your appetite is fine. Still do portion sizes. I didn't really count calories in this pregnancy, but I did know what portions my body is allowed (meat is only 4 oz per serving, etc) so that's how I kept an eye on things. Stay active as long as you can that is safe for you and baby. I ran until I was 20-some weeks and stopped because it became painful. I'm just shy of 37 weeks and have only gained 27 lbs. This is the lowest I've gained in my full term pregnancies. My first was 50 lbs and my second was 65 lbs so I'm super proud of myself.

FitMommyLuv

~HAPPY*HALLOWEEN~

Hope everyone has a Safe,Happy,and Fun Halloween and don't eat to much candy lol....

Scorpiomom222

bleh! I can't stand the thought of sugar right now. Happy Halloween guys!

kcurtis05

mukie89~ My doc told me that it is too intense (she does it too). I (personally) think she is out of her mind! I have danced all my life and have been zumbaing for years now 1-3 times a week. If I stop now, not only will I gain a ton of weight, but my body will start falling apart just in reaction to lack of movement as a dancer. She has suggested that "they" wouldn't like to see my heartrate over 140 and would only like me to walk and bike lightly. 140 is my warm-up! There is a girl in my class that was in class until the day before she delivered and now she puts the baby in a carrier and still does it! I know everyone is different and I shouldn't compare myself to others, but I really think I will be fine. I know I'll have to calm down a bit, but I don't think stopping is a good idea.
Sorry that your body is fighting back too. :frown: You are getting close tho! I have a stationary bike at home that I love! Happy biking!

i am a nurse=midwife and i would tell you to keep doing it and modify as you need to. Listen to your body! chances are as you keep exercising your placenta will be even more effective and usually women who are very active will even have bigger babies eventhough they don't gain a ton of weight. ok, for the disclaimer...i don't know anything about your pregnancy or your health history but if you aren't having any problems there is no reason to stop!

Thank you midwifekelley2350!! That makes me feel better.

jsmith2377

Hello ladies. I hope everyone is having a good Halloween! I can't believe it will be November tomorrow already! It seems like October just flew by.
I have been having some morning sickness lately and I am just hating it. Last night I just laid in bed and was terrified to move because I knew if I did, I would puke.
I'm also having mood swings. I got sooo mad at my husband yesterday. My in-laws came in to town on Saturday and they wanted to go to the casino by our house first thing Sunday morning. I didn't want to go because of the cigarette smoke and I just don't gamble (nothing wrong with it, just don't like losing my money). So, I stayed home with our son and my husband went with his parents to the casino. I was under the impression they would be gone for a few hours. NINE HOURS LATER they came home. All of Sunday was gone. They didn't have to get up in the morning, bright and early to go to work. My husband took the week off of work so he didn't either. I still had to run out and get a few things for the next day and so I had to go out after dark and I really don't like to do that.
Plus, we didn't have time to go get my son's pumpkin and so they just said 'Oh we'll go get it tomorrow while you're at work'. Geez, shouldn't I beable to be there for that. My emotions were on high alert when they came home. I really felt like I was going to have a melt down because I totally got the shaft.
My husband spent the whole night trying to make up for it, because he could tell I was upset. I am much better now but I thought I was going to explode.

Scorpiomom222

I made a new thread for November, ladies! Here's the link!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/381958-pregnancy-november-2011

FitMommyLuv

Guess on over to November we all go..