Looking for Pregnant MFP buddies

glimmer01

I'm not a new member, I had lost 40 pounds with MFP right before I found out I was pregnant. I hadn't quite made it to my goal either.

I'm looking for other women who are also pregnant to be my pals through this adventure while I try not to gain to much weight and prepare physically for the new baby to be born.

I'm due in Dec 2012, If you would like to join me in this quest please add me as a friend!!

cakeladynl

Hi lost around 40 pds using MFP as well. Also found out I am now pregnant and due in January 2013. I still have a lot of weight to lose yet (100 pds). but for now I am trying to stay focused on maintaining and having a healthy pregancy. Feel free to add me if you would like.

Grinnix

Hi!

I am also pregnant and due in January. Since I have had repeated c-sections, I imagine we will have a baby in December. I lost almost 20 lbs and was really on a roll before we found out. We had been trying for over a year and this came as a surprise. I didn't gain a whole lot during my first two pregnancies, but I wasn't watching it either. I've set my calories here at maintenance level and am just going to wing it.

I really would like to work my arms during this time and continue using my elliptical. I didn't have any complications with the other two so I think I can do it.

Feel free to add me too.

amysmartin

Me too! Just found out I'm pregnant, last time I gained 70lbs (!!) and I really need to prevent that from happening again! I never made it back to my pre-pregnancy weight, still had another 15 lbs to go, so I feel like I'm already starting with too much weight.

What's the low down on exercising? I didn't do anything my last pregnancy (obviously!) and want to make sure I stay active with this one. Would you stick with low impact only?

poetangel

What is recommended now? About 100-300 above maintenance calories?

Xelisharose

I just found out I'm pregnant too! Haven't been to the doctor but I believe im due end of January 2013. I only gained 15 with my first. Is it safe to lose weightwhile pregnant?

poetangel

Only if your doctor okays it and works with you! Depends how overweight you are. I gained 40 with my first, which I thought was too much, but my dr was ok with. I weight about the same as I did pre-baby #1 for baby #2 but I hope to gain less.

doctorjessie

Hi! I am 35 and pregnant with my second child and am due January 31. I did not eat super healthy through the last pregnancy and I gained about 35 pounds which really wasn't bad. I did walk several miles 2-4 days a week during the entire pregnancy. I was down 3-5 lbs below my pre-pregnancy weight in about 4 months solely from breastfeeding but have crept up a bit above the pre-pregnancy weight which is about 5-10 lbs from where I'd like to be. I found it difficult to find the energy and time with a baby to exercise and eat right. I have just recently gotten back on track. I am still nursing my 20 month old and I'm doing yoga at least 2 days a week.
I'd like this to be a healthy pregnancy and I'd like to continue on with the good habits after baby arrives. I'd love to have accountability and motivation with others in the same situation as myself.

faithchic

Hi! I lost 70 pounds while on here and now I found out I'm pregnant. So, I would also like to be friends with anyone on here that is pregnant. I also am terrified about gaining weight. Best wishes to all.

faithchic

Hi! I'm due on January 30th!!! Congratulations!!

tori7754

Hi, I just found out I'm pregnant too! Due Jan 20, 2013 but that date might change when I get to go to the doctor on the 28th. I was no where near my weight loss goal. Still about 30 pounds off, with my 1st pregnancy I gained near 80 pounds and my 2nd I gained 40 pounds and I don't want to do that again. Is there a way to change your settings on here geared more towards pregnancy or just a different number of calories. A nutritionist told me to go from 1200 to about 1500. Anyone have any advice?

yihua81

I am due December 2012 as well! I had just gotten to my pre-pregnancy weight which was overweight to begin with and was actually getting below that when I found out I was pregnant - only had 15 more pounds to go! I actually just ran a half marathon and have been trying my best to keep exercising despite the first trimester exhaustion and chasing a toddler around. I just updated my goals to maintain my weight, but would love to have some extra support for the next couple of months as well.

BeautifulMe322

I am due January 22nd! I read if you are overweight/obese then you will lose weight during your pregnancy. I am finding this to be true. I gave up on weightloss and MFP and because I want what is best for my baby I came back here to record what I eat etc. I have lost 5lbs since my doctor appt on Thursday 5/31/12. I blame this on naseua and vomiting of course. I have a sort of weird question. If you eat it and log it on MFP and then morning sickness (all day sickness really) brings it back up to you still account for it? Or would you be shorting yourself of those calories?

alialee529

It is not safe to loose weight while pregnant, although is can happen for women experiencing morning sickness in the first trimester. Typically you are not supposed to gain weight during your first trimester (I gained 9...ooops), and then from the second trimester on you should gain about one pound per week. With the weight of the baby, placenta, increased breast size, and extra nutrient stores (aka fat) that should be about 25-35 pounds for a woman already within her "healthy" weight range. If you are underweight pre pregnancy you should gain about 28-40 pounds, over weight women should gain anywhere from 15-25 pounds, and obese women should gain 11-20 pounds. Hope this helps!

sassyshook

Wow! Neat to see all the other women pregnant on here and due around the same as me. I just found out last week that I am pregnant and should be due around the end of Jan. My first child I gaine waaaaayyy too much weight and I am hoping that I can continue on my healthy journey and not gain very much weight. My first pregnancy was 10 years ago and I was in way better shape then so I am a little worried this pregnancy may not be as easy as the first.

kimstric

Congratulations everyone! Just found out that I'm pregnant and due somewhere around early to mid February 2013. I still have a lot of weight to lose, but I plan on staying active, eating sensibly, and upping my water intake. I have read a few places that you need to up your calories to 250 to 300 a day during the second and third trimester. MFP has me on 1500 calories for my current weight and weight loss goals. Should I go back to eating 2000 calories a day or should I stick to the 1500?

saraichka

I also just found out I'm pregnant with my first (due late Jan/early Feb). I'm terrified of gaining weight, and although I've read I should eat maintenance calories, but having counted calories for so long I'm having trouble mentally letting go of eating no more than 1500 calories a day. I'm going to continue logging so I know where I am, but I'm just going to try and eat when I'm hungry ... easier said than done.

joselynconn

It's so great to hear your news! I am almost 8 weeks pregnant and like you have focused so long on losing weight that it is also hard for my head to get around eating more. It's causing a problem with me mentally and I am struggling. I recently lost 55 lbs in 2 years and was just starting to enjoy a smaller me. And now... baby!!! Don't get me wrong... I am super stoked to go through this wonderful time but am not looking forward to watching the number on the scale go up and not down. I am continuing to log on MFP also and exercising almost daily. However, with the nausea I am already eating way more than I had in the past 3 months since joining MFP. The number has already gone up! Looking for the same support as the rest of you... I don't want to go through this alone so it's nice to know there are others out there.

oeys

I'm pregnant too and due in December. I have too much weight on me as it is so need to watch what I eat for the next 6 months!

nosey_rosey

Hi ladies!! I just found out that I am pregnant yayyy!! I am due 2/8/13 so I have a longgggggggggg way to go I had been slipping up bad before I found out. I need to get back to watching what I am eating and exercising regularly again!!

ashle1244

I'm pregnant too! : ) I hit my goal of 116 and then actually put on 5lbs to helping with having a baby and was then at 121. with baby number two. I am currently at 128 and almost 20 weeks. im a horrible eater who is trying to eat cleaner healthier foods and give up soda!

musica814

I'm currently 24 weeks pregnant with a baby girl, due September 25th. I've gained 20 pounds so far, hoping not to go over 40. I was very active on MFP before becoming pregnant and was about 5 pounds away from my goal weight and in the best shape of my life. So although I'm thrilled to be expecting, I cannot wait to give birth and to be able to start seriously working out and losing weight again! Congratulations to everyone, and have a happy and healthy 9 months!

sarajo16

I'm pregnant too! : ) I hit my goal of 116 and then actually put on 5lbs to helping with having a baby and was then at 121. with baby number two. I am currently at 128 and almost 20 weeks. im a horrible eater who is trying to eat cleaner healthier foods and give up soda!

How many calories are you eating per day. We're around the same weight and I want to make sure I don't over do it. I'm 7 weeks now.

spenciemanda

I'm pregnant too, I'm just 10 weeks. Started to lose a bit of weight just before becoming pregnant was still about 10 pounds short of goal. Exercise and eating have not been what I've wanted to do. Thowing up and sleeping have taken over... hoping to get some energy back in the 2nd trimester and start to get out more and eat better

b757

Me too! I just found out Monday and my calculated due date for my pregnancy is Feb 7th 2013. I'll have to wait to post a real photo as I don't want anyone I know to come across it as we really haven't told but two people and are not telling family until the second trimester. Going by conception date I am three weeks along I think. This was a bit of a surprise (understatement) for us and our son will nearly 8 when we have this one. I was nowhere near my weight goal but am more concerned with eating healthy and exercising. Feel free to add me please!

ashle1244

i probably eat around 2000,2100 (i used to eat around 1600) doc said she wasnt worried about my calories but i had to eat protein at least 3 times a day.
but i ate way more than 2000 with my first baby and she only came out at 5lbs 11 oz lol and i kept all the extra! lol

TinnedTuna

I look Pregnant - sorry ladies i couldn't resist

thuitema84

I just found out I'm preggers -- this actually motivated me to come back to MyFitnessPal after being away for about a month travelling...I think it'll be a good tool to track how much calcium and protein I'm getting and when it comes time, to add the appropriate amount of calories into my diet (from what I hear, you don't need the extra 200-300 until the second trimester). At any rate, it would be great to have others that are in the same situation as I am to keep nutrition a priority over the next nine months.

I fell off of MyFitnessPal only about 10lbs shy of where I wanted to get for my goal. Travelling probably added a little extra, but I don't think its too much. Anyone have an idea of how we should be modifying the calories set to lose weight? I know the added calories don't come till later, but I'm the calories set right now are with the intent to lose weight, not maintain or gain eventually. Thanks for any advice!

thuitema84

I look Pregnant - sorry ladies i couldn't resist

Haha! Love it!

katgirl985

Hi ladies!

Just found out I am expecting as well, I will be due in early February! I have lost over 50 lbs with MFP since January, but I still have about 100 lbs to lose. Obviously that will take a bit longer than anticipated, LOL. Plan is to up my caloric intake a little bit but continue to eat well and exercise and hopefully lose a few more pounds during my first trimester. I would like to minimize weight gain as well, and my doctor seems to think that is possible with my new healthy habits!

Feel free to add me -- or maybe we should start a group?

jtfish112

Congrats to all of you mommies and soon-to-be mommies! I too just found out I'm pregnant, due in early January 2013. This will be my 3rd (and last...since #3 wasn't planned, lol). I lost 35 lbs with MFP and was pretty close to my goal. My OB says to shoot for a max of 28 lbs gained during this pregnancy. Less would be good for me. It's been rough during this 1st trimester and nausea and fatigue have not bode well for my diet and exercise. But I'm slowly feeling better and trying to get back on track. I'd love some preggo pals to share this journey with. Feel free to friend me!

I've always based my calorie goal at 1200, and just increased it to 2200 which I think will be difficult to reach daily. I visited www.choosemyplate.gov where I entered my stats, including being pregnant, and they recommend 2200/day, so I guess that is reasonable.

Good luck!