Pregnancy 2010 - September

I've heard that some weight loss for women happens. Have you been really sick? I worked with a girl who gained 1 lb her entire pregnancy. She said she ate normal and she was a bigger girl to start with. I wish I could say the same I've gained 7 lbs and should have only gained about 2 by now.



I have noticed my nausea is going away and I am getting more energy. I am 10 weeks now, I wasn't expecting it until about 12. Sounds normal from what I read on the internet. Hope so.

I am also starting to feel more energetic and less nauseated. I still have to eat or I get nauseated, but it isn't quite as bad it seems.

As far as breastfeeding goes. It can be difficult. BUT it is a wonderful experience. The first week as your nipples get toughened up it is a little painful--or can be a lot but it goes away quickly after that. Breastfed babies tend to be healthier as they get antibodies from the moms to help prevent sickness. Breast milk is also more easily digested which is why the babes need to eat a little more frequently. However that first month I use that as an excuse to do nothing but hold that cute baby. They grow up too fast in my opinion, and you need to take advantage of every moment you get, especially at the littlest tiny stage! I have also never had constipation problems with my two kids, where my SIL's and friends who have used formula have had major issues.

As far as pumping at 3 weeks, 4 oz sounds just about right to me. At three months I was pumping 6 oz when going 12 hours without nursing.

I have a medela pump. I bought it for work, I absolutely love it! I had a little hand pump with my daughter, it was much cheaper and was good for occasional use, like once a month, but if you are going to be pumping daily I would recommend an electric double pump, it is really fast, and easy to use.

Once you get the hang of nursing it is no big deal! It takes about a month to get used to it all. And for your milk supply to adjust, I would recommend carrying an extra shirt for yourself that first little while...:blushing:

So happy I found you lovely, pregnant ladies! Finally! I have been searching for something exactly like this forum since the beginning of my pregnancy. I reached my goal of 120 lbs through FitnessPal (under another acct) and just monitoring the weight gain, so I can get back on track once our son is born. Today I'm 19w1d, due January 31st! Anyone else close to that due date?

Re: breast feeding/pumping
Anyone able to breast feed after a breast augmentation? I had one 7 years ago. I really want to breast feed but have a notion that since I have had no SERIOUS breast tenderness I may not be able to. I was told at the time of my surgery because where the incisions are (around aereola) that I may not be able to...

Angela - your pics are so cute!

ckmama - I found you on 'The Kitchen Table'! Are you still eating clean? I just started today. Feeling great!

Can't wait to get more acquainted with you ladies!

can i join

I wish I could say I was still eating clean, but the past few weeks have been a mess. I've found this week has been much better, i've been able to cook and actually stand the site of meat. So we'll see. Glad your here.

Thanks for the warm welcome!

mwilson & all - So exciting! This journey we are embarking on sure is amazing. I've enjoyed every second of it. Congratulations to all of you

sherijimenez - A friend of a friend didn't have any problems either. Crossing my fingers!

ckmama - I am in my 2nd trimester. I promise you during my first I didn't want anything but club soda, pretzels, saltines and french fries. I couldn't stomach much else! Try to get back on once the sickness has subsided, if you can. Feels so good to be eating so healthy for me and the little one!

Thanks!

Sorry didn't have much time to introduce myself yesterday! But didn't want to lose the group! I've been looking for a pregnancy thread! I had one back when I first got pregnant but it died out! So I'm excited to see you girls in here chatting away!! My name is Kim, I'm 26 yrs old, and expecting my first little one Nov 24th! I'm 29 wks. I was just diagnosed with gestational diabetes last week, so I am on a special diet and checking my blood sugar 4 x a day. So I need all the support I can get! I have been on mfp for almost two years! I didn't get too far the first year ;( but jan this year I started losing and sticking to it. I lost 22 pounds by april. However, I also got pregnant! So things have def changed alot! I've gained 30 pounds! Alot of it was my own fault. I went from eating a strict deit to eating whatever I wanted so I gained quickly! However for about a month now I've been eating better and not gaining as much. I've actually lost a couple of pounds since being on the GD diet. This baby was a complete suprise for me and my bf. He's still in school and we were planning on waiting a few more years. But we couldn't be happier about it now! It's a boy, his name is Darron Jr. We will call him DJ. Well, we already call him DJ!

Nice to meet you girls!!

Welcome MissKim - we have a junior on the way too! Sean Jr., we are planning on calling him SJ

@ sherijiminez & debnu1 - Hope you gals start feeling better!

So Kim are you counting carbs? When the nutritionist taught me it was all about the amount of carbs and combining it with protein. Vegies were always free foods for whenever--but I never really wanted them. I was on 3 meals and two snacks a day. But I basically ate about every 2-3 hours. Could you tell when your sugar was too high? I would feel lightheaded and blah. But even a walk after eating made every bit of difference. (2mph on the treadmill for 5-10 minutes):bigsmile:
You and your baby have a greater risk for diabetes now. That is why I want to be at a healthier weight too. To be a good example, and to avoid the diabetic health problems.

I think I just drank too much cold water way too fast this morning. I have been fine since, albeit tired as vomiting does that to me.

Hope everyone is having a great day!

Wow, I know I'm overweight but my tummy is growing quick. Any of you showing this early on? Maybe because I showed early with the other 2

With my second child I was heavy but started walking a mile and half twice a day. It really helped the moodiness and kept my weigh in check. I never thought something as simple as walking would have such an impact. The labor went great too.

The only thing my last OB required is that I make half payment for her ob services before the end of my first trimester. :laugh:

I've never heard of the wagon sale. I live in S. Louisiana though.

Tonight we have to go to a class sponsored by and held at my doctors office. Before you have your first appointment with your doctor, you have to go to this class, and get paperwork showing you attended. Has anyone heard of this? I have no idea what the class is about, as the day I called to make my appointment I was so excited about my BFP, I didn't even think to ask when they mentioned a required class. Should be interesting!

Also, has anyone heard of a Big Red Wagon sale? My friend signed me up for it, and we are going next Thursday. It is supposed to be a huge baby sale that is held in empty buildings or warehouses....sounds a bit strange to me, but her husband is going with us in case it is sketchy.

I have Kaiser and they require that you go to a prenatal class before your first appointment. This is when they have you fill out all of your paperwork and pre-register for the hospital. They also take urine and blood so that when you go to your first appointment your doctor has all of the information available already. I am not sure what a Big Red Wagon sale is but I do watch 19 kids and counting and when Ana was pregnant with Mackenzie they went to something that sounds a lot like that. It was a giant warehouse full of gently used baby items. Not sure if it is the same thing or not.