My first appointment isn't until July 11th! I'm very nervous. I had a positive test, haven't had my period, I'm bloated (I've gained about 3 lbs), and my boobs have big blue veins (this happens every time I'm pregnant). Other than that I've had no side effects. With my daughter I puked all the time and with my son I was constantly dizzy and starving. I feel totally normal and I keep expecting to feel odd. Weird worries.

Hi ladies. I'm Terri, found out on Sat that I'm expecting. I am 6 weeks along and haven't been able to set up a doctors appointment yet. Complications at the doctors office with my insurance. I'm really nervous about this pregnancy, my second son was born with a chromosome abnormality that wasn't diagnosed until he was 3 months old. I just want to see MY doctor for this pregnancy, I really don't want to have to find a new OB.

Took a second pregnancy test today ... absolutely positive... amazing how we make ourselves worry. :laugh:

I was so worried for the first few weeks after I found out! I over analyzed everything, but it's all turned out well so far. I'm also one that hasn't had any morning sickness. There are a few things that make me nauseous, but as long as I avoid those I don't experience any of that either! I've been told to consider myself lucky and that this is the start to a lifetime of a very different kind of worrying

Hi ladies. I'm Terri, found out on Sat that I'm expecting. I am 6 weeks along and haven't been able to set up a doctors appointment yet. Complications at the doctors office with my insurance. I'm really nervous about this pregnancy, my second son was born with a chromosome abnormality that wasn't diagnosed until he was 3 months old. I just want to see MY doctor for this pregnancy, I really don't want to have to find a new OB.

Welcome Terri! I wish you the best of luck and health in your pregnancy. You'll have to keep us all updated!

So I took the plunge today and bought my first pair of maternity pants. The belly band wasn't cutting it anymore and I was so sick of having to adjust it all the time. I weighed myself 3 times before putting them on today, just to make sure it is a baby and not too many carbs or something! I'm so much more comfortable but still feel kind of silly needing them 11 weeks into my first pregnancy..

Just have a quick question.

I'm 8 weeks pregnant (just started week 8). I'm very bloated in my belly, and my boobs are a cup size bigger already.

Does the bloating go away?

I had to buy maternity pants already today:



Just curious if my belly will be this "puffy" for the whole pregnancy or if it's temporary.

I am still pretty puffy @ 12 weeks. I am not showing yet, just looks like I gained weight (which I did, LOL) I think the puffiness stays until an actual bump pushes out.

Mine looks like I'm showing (especially in profile), but it's all bloatiness. So frustrating!

Walked 3 miles on the treadmlll today. I miss my turbo kick class, but Dr said walking only. (ive had a previous miscarriage) How is everyone feeling? Im only 4w6d, so no big symptoms yet. I hope they kick in soon, im getting worried how fine I feel

@licha You can definitely see the heartbeat at 9 weeks. Unless you have your dates wrong. The 9-12 weeks appointments are fun because the baby moves around so much. They are such a tiny little thing, just moving away You can also see little arm/leg buds. Like a gummy bear

Yes, for sure transvaginal that early on. I couldnt get "on top of belly" sonograms until like 13 weeks. I hope everyone posts sonogram pics when they get one So excited to see them!!

I feel so bloated too! I went to the DR yesterday for our first ultrasound appt! Made me teary eyed seeing our little blob and the heart beating. I was super nauseas from wks 4-6 but havent had any nausea just tired (but not as tired as I was during wks 4-6) So I was really afraid something was wrong since I wasnt feeling pregnant anymore! Found out I am actually due feb 16th and not the 10th. (I guess the calendars online where you enter in the last date of your period are based on a 28 day cycle and mines more like 35) Feel relieved to have seen the heart but its still early.

Headed to go buy some larger clothes because I feel big in everything already. I have gained about 3lbs but it feels like 20!

So you are 7 weeks pregnant right now? And you were able to see the baby and the heartbeat? I am going for an ultrasound this week for the first time and I am 9 weeks, just wondering what to expect to see at the ultrasound, I wasn't sure if I would be able to see the heartbeat at 9 weeks. I am so nervous.

at * bkay30 - you always worry no matter what. I have symptoms of fatigue, nausea right now and I am still scared of having another miscarriage. Specially since I had symptoms for a good 3 weeks after losing the baby last time. Hopefully the ultrasound I am having will help me put my mind at ease.

I had an ultrasound at 9weeks6days and they were able to see the heartbeat and baby. Had a hb of 170bpm. But she tried on the doppler and couldnt find the heartbeat. Don't get freaked out if you cant hear the heartbeat on the doppler, it might be too early. Best of luck to you!

So discouraged today, found out my ultrasound will only be on July 16th, that means I have to wait even longer to find out if the baby even has a heartbeat, I will be11 weeks pregnant by that time. I don't want to tell anyone until I see or hear a heartbeat and it's getting harder to not tell people I am pregnant. We have a family reunion the weekend before my ultrasound, I would of loved to know by then but I guess I will have to lie about why I am so tired and can't drink alcohol. The worst is the waiting to find out if the baby is okay but I've got to try and be positive.

I know it's disappointing that timing didn't work out how you had hoped, but at least you will be able to see quite a bit of your little one at 11 weeks Hoping the next 11 days go by quickly for you!!

Joining y'all in the first tri! Just got a BFP on Monday - yay! We've been trying for 13 months, so we were completely shocked to see 2 lines - just thought it would never happen. This is our 2nd go round with kids - my youngest will be 10 with this baby comes! I don't see my doc until August 1, but he did have my thyroid and progesterone labs drawn today as those both can be persnickety for me. And, as of last Friday, I'm officially of "advanced maternal age." Joy!

I've had crazy cycles over the last year (thank you progesterone deficiency) and was having a period every 35 to 66 days! Finally, a couple of months ago, a friend suggested checking my progesterone levels, and lo and behold I was right at the line between normal and menopausal (I just turned 35). After starting progesterone cream, I got my period every 18 days for two cycles, then I had the cycle during which I got pg! Long story short - I have no idea how to calculate a due date. I'm guessing somewhere between February 25 and March 5, as my LMP was June 1, and I'd had two 18-day cycles in a row. Who knows!

I think I'll be around 9 to 91/2 weeks for my first appointment. Hoping to hear a heartbeat!

So, as far as MFP goes, I plan to continue running (3 miles, 4 times per week) and the occassional water aerobics class. May not keep up with Jillian Michaels because she kicks my butt!! Also plan to keep eating my 1330 calories, plus my exercise calories. I'm a bit "fluffy," so I have plenty to feed the baby for now. I would love to keep my weight gain to 15 pounds or less with this pregnancy. I'm currently 5'5", 165 (same weight from the day I delivered my youngest). Pre-pregnancy, my goal weight would have been 140, start weight was 180.

Good luck to all of you - super excited to share this time with you all!!!

Hey all, just had my first OB appt today which consisted of all the paperwork and labs. My first real appt to include hearing the baby's heartbeat will be 20 July. Currently 9 weeks, so I'll be 11 weeks for the next appt. Will be a great way to start our babymoon as we'll leave 21 July for Hawaii! July's been an exciting month for us and we're looking forward to more!

I am about 6 weeks pregnant, confirmed this week with a blood test. I am in complete shock, we weren't trying and never thought after 10 years of being together that this could happen by accident. We are excited and in a decent position to take this on, but its still completely surreal.

I am just adjusting to the idea at the moment and trying to work out what training I can continue to do. I did my first crossfit WOD this week since I found out and it was so hard to take it easy. My trainer has just had a baby and she knows what I should and shouldn't be doing, but its hard to put my competative streak aside and be sensible!

I haven't tracked my food all week, I thinkg its all been too shocking! I will get back into it though, I don't want to lose all my good work!

Welcome and congrats ladies!!

It wasn't until a few weeks before I found out I was pregnant that people started noticing my weightloss. Well this morning a coworker was eyeing my waistline before awkwardly asking if I was still trying to lose weight.

I'm at a frustrating point. I don't want to tell people outside my close family and friends until the 2nd trimester and even though I've only gained half a pound, my waistline looks like I've gained about 10. Even the loose fitting tops aren't concealing it anymore. Thankfully, I only have 10 days until my next appointment and if all goes well I'll be able to be honest about it. Let's hope I don't completely snap before then!

I'm ten weeks as of yesterday but i don't have my first ob appointment until the eighteenth due to switching from my regular doctor to an ob. So I'm kinda frustrated because i don't even know if on the eighteenth if i will get to hear the heartbeat or not since its my first appointment with her. My other doctor didn't have the equipment to do it. Ugh I'll be twelve weeks by then! Just wish i could grab a stethascope and do it lol

Have you thought about buying a doppler? I think the sonoline B is under $60. I usually rent mine, but this time around Im buying one. I love hearing the heartbeat everynight before bed Last pregnancy I was able to pick it up at 9w!!

How is everyone feeling?? I still dont feel pregnant at all!!! 6 more days until my 6 week ultrasound. Cant wait!!