It is definitely hard to go from a weight loss mentality to not. I find myself still in the mindset of losing sometimes, and then catch myself. I don't ever want to go back to where I was. I had lost about 40 lbs before my first pregnancy, was pregnant, and could not take off the last 10 lbs that I gained with my first pregnancy. But I know how frustrating it can be to gain weight before you get pregnant. I was in that boat too. Currently I am at the same weight I was, when I was 22 weeks pregnant! Yikes! I think all any of us can do, is exercise when we can, eat what we can and rest as much as we can.

I am 10 weeks today, and can tell you that the exhaustion does get better, I am still tired, but I am finding that this week, it seems a little better or maybe I am just getting used it. Although this time, lettuce does not taste like chemicals, I still find myself not wanting it, but make myself eat it a little. I have only gained about 2-3 lbs depending on the day now, but I am scared that if I let myself, I will balloon up. Try eating as healthy as you can, and if you can't stomach vegetables, eat fruit. Go for a couple of short 10 minute walks until you have the energy to do more...we will all get there. Don't beat yourself up. Do what you can.

Welcome tacticalhippi! How old are your kiddos? I have a 3 year old and a 1 year old.

Just wanted to check in and see how everyone is doing? I'm so looking forward to being in the 2nd Tri soon!

Boo! A coworker bought me lunch today and I didn't even make it to the car afterward before I got sick in the parking lot

I'm so tired of throwing up.

My kiddos are 9 and 6.

Thrilled to have found this group!! But first, kathyk519, I can't imagine how scary this situation is you're dealing with...I am so sorry you are having to go through the unknowns, especially after the loss of your baby boy. My heart goes out to you. This feels like a wonderful and supportive group to be a part of and help through all these scary ups and downs.

I am coming up on my 13th week, due 4/21, but c-sectioning 4/14. This is my 4th pregnancy, but I have only been blessed to meet my now 7yr old darling daughter. My last loss was almost 3 yrs ago at almost 12wks, had to D&C, and it certainly took it's toll on me this whole time deciding if we wanted to try again. I figured we were done, not to mention I'm 38yrs old, so my window was definitely closing. Hubby and I decided to give 1 more go, and here we are.

So far so good...have had minimal queasiness off and on, very tired, and most annoying the headaches. But all seem to have begun to subside this past week. Feeling good, and very positive that this little bean is thriving. I've already had 2 U/S's, and lots of blood (thanks to being such an old lady), but has given a lot of relief too. Our risks are very low for chromosomal conditions, and it was beyond exciting to get to see the baby bouncing around, punching & kicking at Monday's U/S even though it's truly the size of a peanut. Completely formed, so amazing! Like kathyk, I had extra blood done as well, and aside from the few add'l risks they look for in it, we can also find out the sex...I should know next week which is really fun!!

Food & fitness wise...I too am in the boat of losing quite a bit before getting pregnant, and find myself having a hard time with sort of letting that go and gaining. With my daughter I started out 45lbs heavier than I am now, and it kills me to lose that progress. Trying to make the best food choices, but also enjoying treats in moderation. I find I can somewhat talk myself off the ledge when wanting a ridiculous indulgence that I might have "just because" I'm pregnant. Definitely feel smarter this time around. For exercise, I'm really just trying to walk 30-45min everyday, so far I've gained 3-4lbs from start of 171. But I am a bit worried about the anxiety the scale gives me when I see it go up, think I'm just gonna have to figure out how to deal and get over it...this baby is a miracle, and I won't do a thing to jeopardize it's health...while still paying attention to mine. Not real happy about the slight tightness of my pants I'm noticing...not ready for that!

So looking forward to getting to know all of you, and sharing the joys and pains of this journey!
~ Robynn

Thanks ladies. I am waiting to find out when my CVS will be scheduled. Hopefully this week. Trying to stay positive, but the unknowns are draining me of energy. Will keep you all posted. Thanks for your kind words.

Yesterday was a big, exciting day! Starting week 13, heard heartbeat for the 1st time at dr. appt...took her like 2 min to find which gave me a mini panic attack, but then there it was. So amazing.

So far, I'm up 4lbs...feeling okay with it, could be A LOT worse, but still not quite accepting what's to come and being okay with it. Slow and steady I hope.

Also had a phone call from the genetic counselor yesterday with my Non-Invasive Prenatal blood report...very low risk for the few things they checked, and we found out it's a boy! I am just over the moon...thought for sure we'd have another girl. Of course she wouldn't say it's "100%", but it doesn't seem like there would be another reason boy blood would be found in my blood???

Now I feel like this is all new territory...definitely feeling a big more excited than I was. Can't wait to meet this little guy!!