Hello mommies! My EDD is Jan 26th. I have a 12 month old son (surprise, you're getting a sibling!). I'm 33, a full-time working mother and im feeling overwhlemed with this surprise. (And a little guilty because I didn't want to stop my weight loss goals.)
I'm 14w today.
Question:
Are there any other 2nd time (or more) moms out there that are surprised at how big their bellies have gotten?!?
I didn't have this big of a bump the first time around for another 4 weeks! Yikes. Maybe bloat? I'm already into maternity clothes!

Hi! My name is Erin and I live in Astoria, Queens, NYC. I am 31 and I am 10 weeks into my first pregnancy (due 2/21). My husband and I have been together for 12 years and we are very excited for our new addition. I work in the fashion industry and I have been really lucky to have had no pregnancy symptoms at all so and thus have been able to keep up my routine pretty well. Plus, I am always looking for a new excuse to buy new clothing, even if I will have to find a way to fit it teeny, tiny apartment.

I am very active (running 20 to 30 miles a week, 3 to 4 hours of strength training a week) and found an amazing OB who is herself a marathon runner and really going to help motivate me to keep fit throughout. I am hoping to keep up my current activity level with modifications up as long as humanly possible.

I have more issues with diet which is why I joined--I am really hoping to find ways to keep my eating on track. I, even before pregnancy, always have had issues getting in the right balance. I tend to consume too much protein (I think a side effect of living with my husband, who lifts weights) and my sensitivity to wheat and gluten. I have never gotten the hang of how to handle low gluten or gluten free. My husband is also a very picky eater, so as a result, I have trouble broadening what I eat since I hate cooking for one

I am looking forward to getting to know everyone!

Hi everyone i'm so excited about this group. I took a test this wknd and it was positive!! I confirmed it at the clinic yesterday, I'm just 7wks almost 8 wks with due date of March 14th!! I am beyond happy and feeling so blessed!! This is my 3rd pregnancy, my two girls are 13 & 12 and we have been trying for another baby for 7 years!! This is an answer to prayer for sure!!

Hello mommies! My EDD is Jan 26th. I have a 12 month old son (surprise, you're getting a sibling!). I'm 33, a full-time working mother and im feeling overwhlemed with this surprise. (And a little guilty because I didn't want to stop my weight loss goals.)
I'm 14w today.
Question:
Are there any other 2nd time (or more) moms out there that are surprised at how big their bellies have gotten?!?
I didn't have this big of a bump the first time around for another 4 weeks! Yikes. Maybe bloat? I'm already into maternity clothes!

Congrats I think we were together in pregnancy group earlier, my first one is almost 14 months old.

Hi All,
Congratulations and best of luck with your pregnancies.

I am almost 26, have been married for 2.5 years and am so so so happy to be 20 weeks pregnant with our first child, a little girl.

My due date is actually Christmas Eve 2013, but only she knows when she will be born.

I lost nearly 10 kgs in order to get fitter for pregnancy, so far I have only gained 3 -3.5 kgs back and trust me, it's all in my bump.

I've had an easy time so far, no morning sickness or any other ailment. I love it! I have been slack with MFP logging, but have been relatively sensible with eating.

I'm looking forward to sharing issues, support and advice with you all

Hello,
Thanks mommy_hood for inviting me to the group. I haven't been active on MFP at all after smashing my tablet to pieces!! Hope you're all doing well and I'll be sure to do a proper introduction and read through yours when I have better access.
Congratulations all, I wish you every happiness in your pregnancy.

Kelly