2nd Trimester
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Morning
Had a great day yesterday - exercise pretty good (45 mins walk, 25 mins Pilates), food good - slightly over but that was a glass of milk. Today Ive done 30 mins Tracey Anderson Mat work out (arms and legs), Im swimming with my sister at 5pm and will take the dogs out (prob 30 mins) and eat pretty healthly.
Welcome new girls - I love reading up on what everyone is up to etc.
Thanks for comments rash loads better now - still see it a little but not bothering me, so should be totally gone in a few days. I will continue to use cream as its a huge pot and she said to use it all over.
Re Baby Showers - As we dont really do them in the Uk Im just interested in what exactly you do? As you get prezzies at the baby shower - do you not get prezzies when the baby is born? Last year my friend had a baby and we have a 'baby shower party' but we just played games - baby bingo, pin the dummy on the baby etc and had food and drinks. We brought a few prezzies but not the baby presents just a little bag of goodies really for Mum - including sweets, charm for bracelet, nice hand creams, bath stuff, etc.
Saz - hope all goes well tomorrow, your not finding out the sex are you?
Best get on catch you later.x0 -
Welcome mpederson! I love Canada! I grew up just south of British Colombia and spent countless family vacations in Victoria and Banff. Love it! I've never made past Alberta, though (yet!).
Destiny - thank you for your kindness and enjoy your trip!
Helen - a baby shower can be pretty much anything the mother wants, but usually it consists of people getting her gifts for the baby -things they think will come in handy. Anywhere from diapers and nursing pads to strollers. We also play games, have prizes and EAT! Eating is the most important part. :laugh:
Sas- enjoy your trip and your baby shower!!
Terri- I hope you get some of your energy back!
AFM- Things are gearing up at my home for my husband's departure. We're trying to get everything ready before he leaves for 3 months for Officer's Intellegence Training. He'll miss the entire 3rd trimester and get back just 2 weeks before LO is due, which doesn't concern me, oddly. It probably just hasn't hit me yet. The baby's room isn't near completed. It's only half-way painted, the bead board isn't up, or the chair rail. The crib isn't done (he still has to sand put a few coats of sealant on it and sand it and then assemble it), nor do we have the bookshelves or the dresser we'd hoped to have. This doesn't seem to bother me though. At least not yet.
Have a great rest of your week, ladies. Oh, I wanted to ask if any of you have experienced Braxton Hicks (sp-?) contractions yet. I may have had some yesterday, but I didn't really know. Lots of tension and "thightness" on my upper belly during a work out.
Jalyn
23w6d
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Hey Helen,
It's completely hubby's call but so far he's sticking to his guns and wants to keep it as a surprise. I will post again tomorrow with all the news
so glad your rash is clearing up hun xx 0 -
Hey ladies! I've been reading your posts for a while now, and decided that it was about time to introduce myself, so, hello!! We are pregnant with baby boy number two, who's due 10th July! I haven't done a whole lot other than a bit of walking on the exercise front, but I have been trying my best to keep my eating in check! I still have a few food aversions, and I'm really not a huge fan of veggies at the moment, but I try to make myself eat them, and I eat a lot of fruit and beans to try and make up for it!
Liz - I too have a low lying placenta and a little one with a choroid plexus cyst. My doctor was not concerned at all in regards to either at the moment. As far as the CP, she said that my nuchal transparency was as good as they get, and that she could refer me to a Perintologist if I wanted to, but that she really didn't think it was necessary. After I researched online, most everything that I found said that they go away on their own, so it has made me feel much more at ease! I have another ultrasound at 28 weeks, so I'm hoping my placenta has moved up, and the cyst is gone, and I hope the same for you
Jalyn - my fingers are crossed for your hubby, and also for you to change classes! Wow, 3 months without him? Do you have any family or friends close by that can help you finish getting things ready for baby? I'm glad to hear he should be back in time for baby's birth though Nope, no Braxton Hicks here, I never experienced them with my first one either.
Melissa - Sorry about the constipation, I know it's no bueno! I don't recall having much trouble with it with my first, but I've had a few bouts so far this pregnancy! Black beans have been my friend and have seemed to have helped a lot!
Helen and Sarah - I'm a fellow Brit, from the Manchester area, but have lived in the States for the past almost 11 years! I've been eating pretty healthily, but I've been dying for a chippy tea for the past week or so! Oooh, and some Galaxy or Dairy Milk, and Battenburg, and some Quavers.......I could go on and on! It's probably a good thing really that I don't have access to all the yummy foods I miss from back home, I think my weight gain would be far more substantial! I still have a Wispa from a selection box my sister got me for Christmas, but I don't want to eat it, because then I won't have anything left! lol! Sarah, glad the migranes are gone, and Helen, I'm glad that it just seemed to be a heat rash And wow Helen, look at you with your exercise yesterday! You put me to shame! I have been taking it easy though, with the whole low lying placenta thing. I really hope that it moves, so that I can get off my fat bum a bit more!
Terri - I hope that your head cold goes soon, and you get some of your energy back! I've had a cold for the past couple of weeks, and I've just about managed to shake it off, aside for a bit of a stuffy nose! My energy was horrible last week, all I wanted to do was sleep!
mpederson - So glad to hear that you, baby and hubby are all ok after your car accident
Destiny - Have a fabulous trip! I'm sure your little one will do great! We did our first big road trip for DS's first birthday, an eight hour trip from FL to GA, and he did great! We've done a lot of moving and traveling since, and he's such a good little traveler, bless his heart! I need to take DS to see the Lorax sometime soon, it looks so cute! Have a safe trip
AFM - I've finally got some energy back this week after being stuck with a yucky cold last week! Yesterday I cleaned the living room carpets, so I feel like I finally got something accomplished! Next is to tackle the rest of the house!
I know I may have missed a few of you, I'm sorry! I'll try to get to everyone next time!
Hope you all have a great week!
Emily
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Hi everyone!
Welcome to the fellow newbies! I am so excited about this great weather, except that I think it has triggered some kind of allergies as my eyes can't stop watering and my nose will not stop running. Still no weight gain here, but until my doctor says something, I am going with it. 17 weeks tomorrow, which is so hard to believe! When I got my NT scan, the tech mentioned that I have an anterior placenta, so I guess it may take some time to feel the baby. Anybody been there before. As far as I know, I did not have it with my first! I swear I have felt some twitches.....or wishful thinking!
I am headed to NYC for a couple of days with my three year old and husband! I cannot wait to get out and enjoy the weather.
On a side note....I am so jealous of all you Brits! It is such a dream of mine to travel there. Maybe one day!
I hope everyone is doing well,
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Hello!!!!!
I'm new to this board since I haven't really been using MFP in a couple months *gulp*. I'm 16w today!!! and finally not feeling as sick and definitely got more energy back. My first trimester was hell on earth, even with medication. But, its done now, thank goodness, and the baby is so far in perfect health!
Now onto my frustration recently: my hubbie took pics of me yesterday, completely random....and I have not realized how round and chubby I look!!! yes I've let myself go in the past year and I weighed 173 when I got pregnant (just to say, I've always been big boned and wider framed, so 173 on me might look like 150 on others. I wear size 12 jeans). Now, I've gained quite a bit of weight in my first trimester (14 pounds) due to the fact that I was eating crackers and cereal like a mad person due to the nausea. Now, I'm back on to fruits and veggies and healthy portions, although eating frequently. I haven't had any crazy pregnant women indulgences......but looking at those pics he took of me........I wanted to cry... no wait, I did. I'm so ashamed I don't want to be intimate with my husband. He told me, in all honesty, that my gain of weight has made him a little less attracted physically but that mentally, he's more attracted knowing that I'm carrying his baby. I thanked him for his honesty, but its still hard knowing that I cannot do anything about it!!!! I cannot start cutting calories and working out like a mad woman to lose the weight. Summer is coming and I'm dreading it more then usual. Its so hard on me mentally. My *kitten* is bigger, my face is super round, my arms are just.....ugh.......... anyways..... that is my rant. I needed to get it off my chest.
Thanks for listening!
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Sarah – I feel like most of my weight gain has been in my thighs and hips, sheesh! I definitely get achier faster despite the fact I never really stopped working out. I think it’s a hormonal thing. Will be hoping the best for your US tomorrow! I rarely go to baby showers so I don’t know what to expect at mine either except baby clothes!
Helen – I am going to start buying baby stuff when I hit 6 months at the end of this week. I have my eye on a personalized sleep sack. I will allow myself 1-2 baby items per week after that. Still paranoid something may go wrong, sounds terrible but true. Wow, your boyfriend sounds like a busy farmer indeed! Hoping those sheep can hold off a bit! In America the baby shower attendees get you gifts then and not at birth, then other random people show up gradually with gifts after the baby. I think the idea is so you can already have stuff ready to go when the baby comes to get you through those first few weeks!
xosugarbabie – sorry to hear about the overeating. I think we all get periods of intense hunger I’d like to think are growth spurts. The important thing is to make the healthiest choices you can when you eat and stay active. My belly started poking out at like 11 weeks from all the bloat and never really went down, just got replaced by uterus, which looks more convincing than gas. I am a slow shower, just started to peek out as in my profile pic 2 weeks ago. People are still surprised to find out I’m pregnant.
Welcome Terri – Sorry to hear about the head cold. It seems like it doesn’t take much to wipe pregnant women out, that’s been a recurring theme! Hopefully the weight will balance out for you, it often does.
mpederson – I know where you’re coming from, it’s frightening to work so hard to lose and then watch the pounds jump on despite eating right and exercising! Things slowed down a bit for me so hopefully they will for you as well. I don’t know if I could purposely steer a deer onto my DH’s side, fortunately I live in N cali and am unlikely to encounter one. Glad you’re all ok
Destiny – have a great time on your adventure! Hopefully you will catch up on your sleep before you hit the road!
Jalyn – Is the OIT thing something separate for DH or does it mean he’s closer to getting that job he wanted? Will he be able to visit? Hopefully someone else will come into help with the baby room and hopefully the baby doesn’t come early! Are the contractions in your upper upper belly or at the top of your uterus (should be able to feel where your uterus is). If they are uterine I would slow down the pace or stop and make sure you are well hydrated. It’s happened to me once or twice, but it’s considered a warning sign you’re overdoing it so be careful.
Emily – welcome! It’s nice to see new faces, especially ones close to my due date! Are you looking to gain less than the typical 25lb this pregnancy because of your starting weight or is your gain unintentionally low? Glad you’re feeling better, hope your energy levels continue to soar!
travelgirl – the new recommendations are if your bmi is in the obese category you don’t have to gain at all, otherwise 10-15lbs if overweight. If your ticker is up to date you’re doing fantastic, so congratulations! The NYC trip sounds like fun, enjoy!
Lysanne - Welcome! OMG I know where you are coming from! I was on MFP trying to lose the weight from my miscarriage when I got pregnant and definitely hated veggies and craved simple carbs which seem to make me gain even when I am counting calories. I gained 10lbs eating maintenance. I have been eating maintenance calories to make up for it and things slowed down a bit, but I went on a weekend vacation and gained 6lbs despite exercise and watching what I ate and it never left me! Since then I've been on or below maintenance still with patches of overnight weight gain that STAY. I am +17-18 now in my book. DH says he only noticed my stomach getting bigger, but my thighs and hips have definitely spread and it's upsetting so I definitely know how you feel. Things will get better and even out I'm sure!
AFM - Went to the OB yesterday and felt a lot better. Because I instantly gained weight on becoming preggo by the time my OB saw me I was already up 6lbs, so in her book I have only gained 12lbs more than halfway through and she wants me to gain 30. When I expressed concern she said she couldn't even see where my weight had gone and if I look at her waiting room I'll realize I'm a model patient. The baby is also not growing out of control, I measured perfect for dates and my BP is still low. I still don't want to gain more than 25-30 based on MY scale, but boy am I hoping there is a lot of water weight! So much for being able to eat more when you're pregnant, eh? She also thinks a lot of my gain may be poop so if things don't improve with a new regimen we discussed I might need to get an x-ray of my belly. She says it's safe and I know it is, but I'd like to avoid it. I booked myself to get a colonic next week with the hopes this will help me get cleaned out, I'm also going to eat as clean as I can and take probiotics!
Goals this week:
- 5 servings of fruits and veggies
- 1 liter + of water
- limit sugar other than fruits
- strength and or cardio 5-6 times per week
- eat to maintain my weight (I wanna do this until 3rd tri if I can)
Melissa
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When I got my NT scan, the tech mentioned that I have an anterior placenta, so I guess it may take some time to feel the baby. Anybody been there before. As far as I know, I did not have it with my first! I swear I have felt some twitches.....or wishful thinking!
I'm not in my second trimester yet, but wanted to respond to you. I had an anterior placenta with my first and like you said, it just means your baby is taking a backseat to your placenta. It usually takes a bit longer to feel movement, but you will still feel it and it will still feel amazing. But since this is your second pregnancy it might not take that much longer to feel movement. One huge positive is later on in your pregnancy you probably won't get those hurtful kicks (at least I didn't with my first, but did with my second when my placenta was posterior). 0 -
Hello all!
Well, I will check in real quickly while dinner is on...
I did good with workouts -- every day last week...not so good on logging food...and also not worrying about the scale as much...kinda. I will weigh tomorrow AM when I get up. I was up 14.5 lbs as of last Wed, so hoping that things are stable since I am working out a lot and staying in range of eating. Even on the days without logging I know I am safe and have not gone over thanks to super healthy eating and good workouts...days when I ate a ton I made sure to log. however, I haven't worked out since Friday. I am on Spring break and have been doing serious deep cleaning and prepping the nursery
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Morning ladies! I hope that you're all having a great day so far!
Sarah (travelgirl) - Sorry to hear about the allergies, I hear it's going to be a rough year for them due to the mild winter that we had! They've never really bothered me too badly, but they really got to my little one last year, but only for a couple of weeks, thank goodness! He was so pitiful! Have fun in NYC, I'm jealous! I would love to go and see the sights
Lysanne - Hello! So glad to hear that you are feeling better Try not to worry too much about the weight gain, it will be ok Now that you are back to eating healthier, I'm sure that your weight will balance out a little! I'm a frequent eater too, I have to eat something every couple of hours otherwise I starve! lol! I just try to pick healthy options most of the time, although I still splurge sometimes
Melissa - Yep, our babies are due just a few days apart aren't they?! Do you know what you are having, or is it a surprise? My original due date was 4th July, but then changed to the 10th! Glad to hear that baby is measuring perfectly and that the BP is good You do so amazing on your exercise, I'm such a sloth compared to you! Good luck with your colonic! Have you had one before? My weight gain is unintentionally low, and 5lbs of it has been in the last 3.5 weeks! I started out weighing more than I would have liked, my BMI was still in the normal range, but closer to the top end of the spectrum than the bottom! Once I got back on MFP I ate maintenance calories, then raised it to gain 1/2lb after I started my second trimester. Some days I'm a little over, some days a little under, so I guess it all kind of balances out, although I do need to watch my fat and sugar a bit more, but I don't mind too much if I go over because of 'healthy fats' and sugar from fruit. I gained 39lbs with my first son, and it took me a long time to lose it, so I've been aiming for closer to the 25lb mark. My doctors office actually only recommends a 20 - 30lb weight gain, which I've never really seen before, all I've ever heard is the standard 25 - 35lbs, unless you are underweight, overweight, or multiple births!
Mrs. Jax - Great job with the exercising and healthy eating! I hope that you have a great spring break and get everything accomplished that you want to
AFM - Still feeling a little lazy, will get my butt into gear today though! I really need for this stuffy nose to go away, and this morning I have a little bit of as cough again, what the hey?!
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Hey girls! So no ultrasound today...or next visit. I will have another at the end of April. Doc did check her heartbeat, and my weight is stabilizing...so yeah! I am so excited to have NOT gained 3 lbs a week in the last few weeks
He also gave me a script for my super, super itchy belly.
I just changed my profile pic...I can't believe I am that big, but hubby says that is what my belly looks like. Not too bad for 15 lbs...at least it explains the gain! Also, on a positive note, I was sorting my clothes and taking out what won't fit, and even at 5.5 months preggo, the majority of my work clothes from the beginning of the year still fit fairly well A lot of skirts went in the too small pile, though...they were fine while I was standing, but too tight when I sat down.
Well, tomorrow is Babies R Us, and Friday is Honeymoon Island State Park for some gulf swimming
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Good morning ladies,
Ultrasound went well - sonographer needed to get 2 measurements which baby wouldn't move for and she even tried reclining me backwards so my legs were up in the air for 10 minutes but she wouldn't budge.... yes, baby is a girl we weren't going to find out (hubby's decision) but he crumbled at the last minute and we're absolutely thrilled. We're calling her Ava.
I've got to go back on 27th March to get these last 2 measurements but all is well apart from that.
Of course my hubby spoilt me last night and we had a complete binge on all things delicious so I'm back on the healthy eating today
Have a great Thursday everyone! xox0 -
27 weeks today! Does that make me be in third tri? I don't even know.
In any case, I'm happy to have slept good the last three nights. I can honestly say that it's all due to the new pilates workout I just started doing. It's pretty awesome. For the longest time all I was doing was walking and some aerobics at home but totally gave up on the pilates because of the whole lying on your back thing. Even though tbh I kinda thought it was an exaggeration. Until 2 weeks ago when getting an u/s I had to call it done and when I got up and almost fainted. I don't get why we do those exams on our backs if it can cause us to pass out... Hoping next time I can be slightly on my side or sitting up a bit. It was scary and now I am terrified of lying on my back even for a minute. But then I came across some standing pilates workout and it's all the same just standing which is great. Still walking but since integrating pilates I am sleeping so cozy and my back isn't giving me any trouble.
I'm a little upset because I feel like my doctor is a little too dismissive with me. I know I could just change docs but it also feels weird to stop seeing him so far into things. After I almost fainted he said it's from lying on my back and my hemoglobin is too low and to up my iron pills from one a day to three, just like that. I said, jump to three overnight like that, isn't it a bit harsh on the body? But he kinda just laughed it off like I was being ridiculous. Then I said but the iron I'm taking also has folic acid, can I get a prescription for just iron so I don't take too much folic acid? "There's no such thing as too much folic acid". Uh... I'm no doc and I really don't like making pros feel like I know it all but I'm pretty sure there's such a thing as too much folic acid. I didn't say that. I'm getting a second opinion. I just feel like, there are the docs who don't want you questioning things or knowing anything and then there are the ones who love what they do so much they want to practically teach you. I don't necessarily want either extremes but I hate being made to feel like I'm wasting someone's time or asking too much. This doc has a good reputation and was recommended to me so I feel like I should just stick it out. But it's also a lousy feeling walking out of the office without whole-heartedly trusting him.
Anyway, needless to say this is my first pregnancy and it's a roller-coaster of emotions. I'm excited, I'm terrified, I'm hungry, I'm nauseous, I'm tired, I'm anxious, I'm bored, I'm happy... I need a vacation!!!!! Hahah0 -
@ Lilylove86
This post really hit home for me, you might as well have been telling my story! Sounds like we're in the same boat with regards to starting weight, build, due date, weight gain......
We recently went to Vegas as my husband was in a wedding. I opened up my facebook account to see both of us tagged in the photos and I was mortified. My arms look like they belong on a different person and my wrap dress just made me look very barrel shaped. I was pretty bummed.
I'm also in a wedding in June, I'll be at 30 weeks at the time of the wedding. The bridal party was in a tough spot for finding dresses as the other two bridesmaids just gave birth a month ago and I'll be a whale. So we ended up finding something that should hopefully work for all of us but again......deep V neck in the front and spaghetti straps. I'm dreading the fat arms and back in the photos not to mention my lovely chest acne that's cropped up thanks to hormones! sigh.....
My husband and I have barely touched each other since I got pregnant and for the first three months I didn't care because I was so tired I just wanted to sleep and he was afraid of "knocking it loose". Now I just feel like I'm in that weird awkward fat stage and feel totally unattractive and self conscious.
I know I'm being hard on myself as this is supposed to be a wonderous time in a women's life but sheesh.....it's hard!0 -
@ Lilylove86
This post really hit home for me, you might as well have been telling my story! Sounds like we're in the same boat with regards to starting weight, build, due date, weight gain......
We recently went to Vegas as my husband was in a wedding. I opened up my facebook account to see both of us tagged in the photos and I was mortified. My arms look like they belong on a different person and my wrap dress just made me look very barrel shaped. I was pretty bummed.
I'm also in a wedding in June, I'll be at 30 weeks at the time of the wedding. The bridal party was in a tough spot for finding dresses as the other two bridesmaids just gave birth a month ago and I'll be a whale. So we ended up finding something that should hopefully work for all of us but again......deep V neck in the front and spaghetti straps. I'm dreading the fat arms and back in the photos not to mention my lovely chest acne that's cropped up thanks to hormones! sigh.....
My husband and I have barely touched each other since I got pregnant and for the first three months I didn't care because I was so tired I just wanted to sleep and he was afraid of "knocking it loose". Now I just feel like I'm in that weird awkward fat stage and feel totally unattractive and self conscious.
I know I'm being hard on myself as this is supposed to be a wonderous time in a women's life but sheesh.....it's hard!
I feel your pain, and I'm only 15 weeks! (as of tomorrow).
I try to force myself to have sex with my boyfriend atleast once a week, if at all, because I'm not obviously pregnant looking yet, just bloated all over, and my weight gain has been nonstop so none of my clothes fit. So I'm just miserable and insecure (not to mention constipated no matter what I do or try). So I don't feel cute or sexy, and I don't even change my clothes in front of him anymore, I go into the bathroom. The man has 8 pack abs for godsake lol I can't wait until I start showing more, and have more of a pregnant belly, instead of just feeling/looking like I've gotten fat.
I've been doing atleast 40min per day on the elliptical, but I've been eating so many calories that my gains have been above and beyond. And when I try to cut back a bit on the snacking I get ravenous. It's been frustrating.
Speaking of which, How many calories do you guys eat per day? I know alot of people say "Maintenance" or "200 above Maintenance" but exactly how many calories? I feel like mine are sometimes too low and that's why I get hungry and lose control and binge eat0 -
I am hearing you ladies 100%! I lost 20lbs before i got married in November but quite doing bootcamp when i got back, even though i was still 27 lbs from my first goal. Over the next 2 months i put 10 back on and then found out i was pregnant. I check in every couple weeks with a group of friends to support each other with our weight loss and last Tuesday we set some goals for the next 10 weeks. Everyone was setting 10-17lbs losses and i was setting a 10lbs gain on top of the 8.5 i've already gained. Talk about depression!
I still won't undress in front of hubby but can't get enough sex! Unfortunately I'm in bed by 9 and hubby doesn't go to bed until 11 or 12 so no nooky for me! He hasn't mentioned not being attracted to me as I was heavier when we met. He only askes that i don't loose too much because he loves the curves. I think he may have been worried to have sex in the beginning but the way i'm feeling now, he will just have to get over it!
I've been eating about 300 less than my maintenance calories but still feeling satisfied, as i get further along i'm sure i will up it but for now i feel good and still gaining regardless.0 -
So, we're having a GIRL! Miss Miranda Catherine
I'm so over the moon and hubby is beyond excited!!!
Though the appt brought a little drama.....Our appt wasn't til 4:15p. Even though they had scheduled me for the u/s today, it wasn't on the tech's paperwork and I was going to have to wait til DH's schedule and tech's were the same, a week, maybe 2 without him having to take off of work. while we were trying to figure out the best situation scheduling the lady said she'd talk with the tech and see what was available, there was about a 15min wait and they said if we hold on a little longer, we could get in today From almost tears of excitement to frustration and back to excitement all in a matter of 30min. I do have to go back for another u/s in 2 weeks for them to check cervix size and then had to have blood drawn for a test. She has 2 small cysts in her head that they want to check out more of. But the doc says she thinks it's nothing, just to be on the safe side.. otherwise heart rate and measurements are great and on track 0 -
Hi
Jalyn – sorry to hear hubbie away for 3 month. Im sure it will fly by and pleased he is back for the birth. Glad you aren’t panicking about the baby room – do you have someone that will help you while he is away?
Saz – congrats on a girl. Great name! I change my mind on names each week. What a stubborn little thing – at least you will see her again in a few weeks.
Emily – I live in Cumbria so a bit further north. Wow 11 years, do you miss home or think of US as home now? I love Battenberg but hardly buy it. I wasn’t doing much exercise but trying to up it for the next few months – if I start to do it now – then will I?
Travelgirl/Sarah – Im 18 weeks and up 10lb which feels a lot to me, but my Mum and sister don’t think I look any different (yet my clothes wont fit!). I haven’t felt any movement yet but midwife told me I prob wont until 20 weeks. Enjoy NYC sounds fab.
Lysanne –Try not to worry about weight gain – Im sure it will level out now you are feeling better. It’s so difficult gaining but its normal and must be done. I would just try and do a little more walking.
Melissa – Glad docs went well and pleased you are a model patient. In UK you just have all appointments with your midwife (unless a problem). If you start with a healthy BMI my midwife doesn’t seem to weigh you (except first appointment). I presume if I was worried she would check for me. Hope your Colonic goes well and gets you moving again!
MrsJax – Love your profile. Great bump! I could do with your motivation for exercise and healthy food.
Mpederson – I haven’t had any photos taken except ones I have taken in the mirror. I can image seeing pics on facebook not ideal if you don’t feel like yourself. I’m trying to do leg and arm exercises x 3 per week. I bet to anyone else you look great from all the swimming etc you do – it will be the small changes you notice – that’s others won’t.
Sugarbabe – My maintenance is 1750 but I tend to go over that by about 200 as still hungry (plus I eat exercise cals) I don’t worry too much about recording everything I just like to keep a check on what I’m eating so don’t go crazy. Try not to get into a habit for not getting changed if front of your boyfriend – Im sure he will love your new body, esp you belly & boobs….!
Burnettewife – Congrats on girl also. Did you have the name picked out or just choose last night? Catherine is popular here but Miranda not so much – but I like it. Glad you got your scan. Did you have any idea if it was a girl? People ask me and I have no clue!
As for me: Nothing much to report here. I got a maternity/nursing pillow yestday. Im sleeping ok at the minute but want to be prepared and hopefully will make me more comfy. Im going away this weekend to meet with my uni friends, 2 of the 5 are pregnant now and 2 have toddlers so be nice to see the kids and catch up. (its about 2 hour drive away so not too bad)
Everyone have a good day
Helen 18+30 -
After we heard the first heartbeat, we talked names, and we agreed on hers within minutes. I have thought girl since my bloodwork came back saying I was pregnant Miranda isn't too common here, nor is Catherine. Catherine was his grandmothers first name. And we both really liked Miranda. If we were having a boy, Jacob Nicholas. Both really liked Jacob and DHs first name is Nicholas. 0
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Whats everyones goals for the next week?
Mine:
swim x 2
walk x 4
Pilates x 2/3
Tracey Anderson Mat Legs & arms x 2/3
Hopefully I have now tped this I will stay motivated!0 -
After slacking somewhat of late and walking the 'short' way to work and back I will, as from Monday, be walking the 'long' way which is a total of 60 minutes every day (approx 4 miles)
That's my lot!
I went on the dreaded scales this morning and I've put on 5lbs in 2 weeks which puts me +13 in total @ 21 + 5 weeks. I'd really like to stop my binge eating and get back on track and try not to put on any more in the next couple of weeks.... here's hoping.....
Have a fab weekend ladies,
Love Sarah xx0 -
After slacking somewhat of late and walking the 'short' way to work and back I will, as from Monday, be walking the 'long' way which is a total of 60 minutes every day (approx 4 miles)
That's my lot!
I went on the dreaded scales this morning and I've put on 5lbs in 2 weeks which puts me +13 in total @ 21 + 5 weeks. I'd really like to stop my binge eating and get back on track and try not to put on any more in the next couple of weeks.... here's hoping.....
Have a fab weekend ladies,
Love Sarah xx
As per my book 13lb at 20 weeks is the average for a lady with average BMI. So looks spot on to me. Im hoping I will be about the same. got 2 weeks and 2lb - will see how it goes. x0 -
Mrs jax - that's quite a bump you have there! You look legitimately preggo for sure! My scrubs fit but they're starting getting a little snug over the tummy this week
Emily - We are expecting a boy! hope you're feeling better! I had a colonic a few times when I was in soCal and liked it but I've moved since so I have to try this new person. I might try your calorie set up for a while. There is some pressure ot decrease the weight gain recommendations to prevent obesity among the OB population, might be why your docs recs are lower. That way if they say 30 and someone overshoots by 5 or 10 it won't be as bad
Sas- congrats on baby Ava! I'm kinda glad your hubby caved so you can buy little girl stuff! Great walking goals and good luck with the maintenance but I agree your weight gain is fine.
Missconfidence - you are in the last week of 2nd trimester! Congrats! Sorry to hear you are having trust issues with your doc. The things he is doing sound reasonable as pregnant women do tend to faint and folic acid is one of the few vitamins that is really, really hard to overdose on and most agree there wouldn't be any symptoms unless you take more than 1000mg for a really really long time and even then the data's not good. However sudden increases in iron can constipate lot of people. I would just openly ask for further clarification if I were you.
Mpederson - as hard as I am on myself I feel bad when others are being too harsh with themselves. I mean even gazelles and lions look less graceful brine new life into the world! I just got benzoyl peroxide wash to attack the chest acne!
Xosugarbabie - I know what you mean, my DH is athletic with an 8 pack and maybe 5% body fat but at the same time he is doing well with my growing body. I actually force myself to be exposed and get over it. My calories hav been everywhere. I was at 1750 for cals,then 1500. I cut it for a while to 1350 but gained even more that week, so I'm a little lost. I wore a body media fit for a little while and my maintenance was 2000 so I thought 1500 +exercise cals would be good. I might just give up on counting!
Speedyme - yeah, why are we gaining under maintenance? Maybe eating more would actually help? I have been randier as well but we are struggling to find positions that work and I'm usually frustrated, lol
BrunetteWife - congrats on your little girl! I am especially fond of Catherine as a name, yours is just lovely
Helenmelon - that would be awesome not to be weighed. It seems like the US is so focused on measurements and numbers and body image but we have the most obese! You will feel movement soon, you're around that time when you might feel little flutters and pokes but not recognize them, too, so pay attention. Next week probably gonna stick with my at least 3 strength and 2-3 cardio sessions, kinda into a routine. One of them will have to be Brazilian butt lift or Butt Bible to keep the tush perky!
AFM - started taking a probiotic and I think it's helping a little with my stomach though the cocktails are still required. It's been rainy and now I'm coming down with a cold. This week my stomach seemed to poke out even more and I looked huge in the mirror at a kickboxing class! I was also doing walking and kicking while watchin tv last night and really felt my belly weighing me down, which made me nervous about mobility issues to come! Going to take new pics today, I wonder if they will capture the difference.
According to my scale I'm up almost 2lbs :explode: Some of it might be the cheese I ate, which makes me retain, but still! Been really mulling over this calorie thing, I think I eat more carby salty foods at night because I restrict so much during the day and I always gain more with carbs. I might just increase my calories a little and see if it helps. You know on mfp when someone can't lose or is gaining they say you're not eating enough so your body is holding on to everything? Well I'm going to test the theory. DH left town yesterday and will be gone for most of the week so I should be able to eat super healthy! wish me luck! Oh and I am 24weeks today so I will buy my first baby item to celebrate! Have a great weekend everyone!
Melissa
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Happy Saturday! We went to our ultrasound yesterday and she said she was 90% sure it was a girl. She gave me another appointment on Friday to double check. I am so excited! Have a great day!0
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Hi ladies,
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend?
Nothing new and exciting with me - not much sleep over the last few days, not due to baby but my hubby's silly shifts at work so I'm absolutely shattered today and looking forward to a very early night!
Just before my walk at lunch today and got this shooting stabbing pain in my low pubic bone. I have a high pain threshold usually but this really shocked me at how painful it was. I walked the short way back to work after lunch and it's still bugging me, even sat down. I'm hoping and praying it's nothing and I've maybe laid funny last night, tossing and turning all night - it's just weird it came on right before lunch and so severe. Going to keep an eye on it - don't like to tell hubby about my aches and pains, he's not the sympathetic type!!
Willing this week away as we've our scan (again) next Tuesday afternoon then we finish work on Weds and it's America on Friday yey!
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I'm 17 weeks and the last week or so I've been getting cramps kind of like pms, they aren't as bad now, but still kinda there. short, mild, and only happens maybe once or twice a day. It's really low in the middle. Has anyone else had this? I have a dr apt today, but I guess I'm just hoping to hear something to help make me feel better before I go in.
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Morning ladies! I hope that you all had a fabulous weekend!
Mrs. Jax - Love the bump! I'm glad that your appointment went well and baby is ok! Sorry you didn't get to have your ultrasound though I hope that you had a wonderful time at Honeymoon Island! I lived in Tampa for a few years and I really miss the gulf sometimes!
Sas - Congrats on the baby girl!!! Love the name Ava, it's precious! It seems like you're right on track with your weight gain, so I wouldn't worry too much!
MissConfidence - Just a few more days left in the second trimester! I'm glad that you have been sleeping better. Sorry about the incident with your doc, maybe he was just having a bad day? Or does he always seem to be dismissive? Make sure you eat tons of fiber with the increased iron, like Melissa said, it can really constipate some people, and being pregnant you're much more susceptible to constipation anyway.
Mpederson - Why do people insist on tagging unflattering pics on FB!?! This is why I changed my settings so that I have to approve all tags before they show on my profile! lol! Although I'm sure you look fab, and are just very critical of yourself, I know it's difficult with the changes in your body, but remember it's not forever, and you are growing a sweet baby human inside of you! I'm sure you'll feel better once you have more of a defined baby bump
Sugarbabie - My maintenance was 1750, and when I hit the second trimester I set it to gain half a pound, and my new calorie goal is 2000. Some days I'm a little under, others a little over. Just try to make healthy choices
Terri - sounds like you need to get hubby to start going to bed earlier
BrunetteWife - Congratulations on the baby girl! Love the name, especially the middle, although I'm very partial to it as it was my mum's name If we had had a girl, her middle name would have been Catherine also. I'm glad to hear that she was measuring great, and I'm sure the cysts will be gone soon.
Helen - I hope that you had a wonderful time catching up with your uni friends. Great goals for the week too! I do miss home, and still get homesick constantly! I still have two older sisters over there, as well as all my aunties, uncles, and cousins, so that has a lot to do with it. Even after 11 years, I still feel like I don't quite fit in here, maybe one day! It's the marzipan that does it for me on Battenburg! Yummy!
Melissa - Yay for boys! lol! Did you manage to find some cute baby stuff? I hope your colonic gets things moving again, and that your cold is gone soon! You have such a cute baby bump, you're all belly! Love the shirt as well! My calorie set up seems to be working really well for me, not gaining too much, and I'm never really hungry, but if I am still hungry after I've used all my calories, I still eat!
jcgutierrez - Congrats! I hope that you'll get 100% confirmation on Friday!
AFM - Had a drive by midwife appointment on Friday, and all was well. The midwife I saw was really nice, and she said that baby was measuring perfectly. He was very active when she was finding the heartbeat, and when she found it, he kicked the doppler right in her hand! So cute! We had a very productive weekend this weekend, the other half painted the guest bathroom and did yard work, and I cleaned, and cleaned some more! I'm hoping to start to tackle my huge stack of ironing this week, not looking forward to that at all! Had my dad and step-mum over yesterday for lunch, and we had a nice afternoon. I haven't eaten too terribly this weekend, although I did make a lemon meringue pie the other day, so I have treated myself to a small slice each day, staying within calories (although not sugar, oops!) I weighed myself this morning and according to my scale, I'm still only up 5.5lbs - hooray!
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My goal for the week are too get my walking in, I have about 40miles to go between now and the 31st.
Also gearing up for my first pregnancy 5k this Saturday. It feels good to not stress about trying to beat a previous time! Hubby is finally back to work after 3 months laid off, now I get to start spring cleaning since he's not here most of the day I registered my shower and my MIL booked my shower location yesterday. Two things done. I've started getting my guest list together and I'm allowed to make my invites as my MIL isn't very crafty. I made a mock one, and I cant wait to print them real ones! Hope to get a pic posted soon. I'll be 19weeks tomorrow, almost halfway over :noway:Happy Saturday! We went to our ultrasound yesterday and she said she was 90% sure it was a girl. She gave me another appointment on Friday to double check. I am so excited! Have a great day!
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myiceisonfire - I actually feel this off and on as well, i take it as my uterise is growing and stretching. You're baby is rapidly growing right now and your uteris is also, along with rising up into your abdomin, needing to make room for baby. definately mention this to your doctor, i know i will be as well!
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Here's the invite I printed out yesterday I got the template from here for anyone interested: http://www.do-it-yourself-invitations.com/kids-birthday-invitations.html She has a few other color combos and could probably do additional combos if you email her. 0
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