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Prenatal DVD's
Hey everyone, So being new to pregnancy (1st time...14 wks along) I an trying to look for some work out DVD's that are okay to do while pregnant. I travel alot for work so getting to my gym is not alway an option but I want to make sure that I have good DVD's with me so that i am staying active. Any suggestions would be…
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Fun Fill In the Blank! The thing I find hardest to do....
I thought this would be fun! Fill in the blank: The thing I find hardest to do at this point of my pregnancy is______________.... Put on stockings for work.. LOL
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Hello! New to mommyhood...
Hi ladies- I just found out that I am expecting and am a little freaked out! I am not at a healthy weight and all of the information I've found online is, quite frankly, alarming. I am looking for support and advice... and friends! I just used an online calculator and it says I am due around Sept 12th. This will be my…
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New and Due August 2013! :)
Hey! I just rejoined MFP after a long time away as a way to track nutrition and exercise this pregnancy (this is #2 for me) and then to lose the baby weight plus some afterwards. I would LOVE to have pregnant friends on here (since my focus is not weight loss but maintenance for tri one and then healthy gain), so please…
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Hello!
Hi! I just joined this group to read up on how to do calories while pregnant. I'm almost 33 week. I started using MFP a few months before finding out I was expecting. It worked great. My brother lost 30 lbs using it. I had lost 10 lbs but have gained that and more back. I want to keep me and baby healthy, but I don't won't…
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Weight Gain Composition
Someone posted this link a while back in the "How much have you gained" thread, and I was thinking of it today, I guess because I'm 20 weeks this week, and this site shows your weight gain composition for 10, 20, 30, and 40 weeks. I wanted to pull it back up again in case anyone else is curious.…
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Doctor Comments RANT
:grumble: So I knew that my weight has jumped quite a bit in the past month. At my last visit, I had gained 13lbs, and today I had gained another 8lbs in 1 month. :embarassed: They have me at 23 weeks (25 based on LMP) and up 21lbs. I didn't think that was so bad, though I know a big jump isn't so great. Now- I log here…
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Pregnancy Books!
I got three pregnancy books/devotionals/week-by-week of pregnancy on Amazon today...excited to get them! Does anyone else have pregnancy books they like?
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New to this group....
I am 14 weeks today. My husband and I went to a Mexican resort in October, and we came home with a few extra pounds and a lil' passenger. With my daughter, I gained 40 pounds and it took 2 years to get rid of it. In the 5 years since I've done this, I've done a marathon, triathlon and many races. I'm fitter and I vowed to…
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Just found out im Pregnant! Now what!?
I tested positive on a test day before yesterday.... and about 6 more test since then! I want to stay as healty as possible during this pregnancy... any help would be appreciated!
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Protein Powder
Anyone know if its ok to use whey protein powder while you're pregnant? I'm having a hard time getting enough protein and wanted to maybe add in a protein shake, just don't know if this is a good idea....
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December 2012 due dates :)
We're expecting our third addition December 5th.....not really planned, but obviously not prevented :) Either way we're excited! We've told our close family...I'll be 8 weeks next week and have the ever lovely first OB appt then :) How many more December mommies to be out there?
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Questions about breasts
In the first trimester I went up a size. Now at 16 weeks, they've slowed down (thank goodness). Will they continue to grow throughout the pregnancy or is the first trimester the major growth spurt? I've been told after birth and during nursing they'll explode. I ask because I've purchased 1 bra in a larger size and I don't…
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how much weight have you/did you gain by 20weeks?
hi all so im 18weeks now almost half way there yay! with another little girl yay! already have 2 boys and 1 girl! and im just wondering what you gained by the half way point. iv not gained loads yet thankfully only about 3lbs but i know to expect baby growth spurt soon! i do still exercise daily i cycle and walk etc thanks…
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Ready to pop!
Hello everyone! I am new here and ready to have my first baby. The due date is Jan 13, but I feel like she's gonna come early. I can't wait to hold her in my arms and have my body to myself again! Anyone out there who is going to have their baby this month? Or maybe next? Would like to add some friends here and start my…
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Clearance Bras
I just wanted you all to know that I got 6 bras for under $30 on the clearance racks at JCPenney and Kohl's. If you are experiencing some 'growth' like I am, it is the perfect time to find some brand name bras for very cheap.
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Maternity Photos
Whose done them? Who is going to do them? How did you get your DH on board?? I found my photographer and I asked my husband when he would like to get them done. He was completely unsupportive about getting them. Even had the nerve to say "I thought you didn't like how you look right now? Why do you want to get photos…
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I was going to start exercising again until..
last week I had some bleeding. It lasted a few hours one day and next day I was fine, then the day after, it happened again. I haven't had any blood for a week or so now, but I really want to take it easy because I'm getting worried. I don't want to chance something happening, you know? I'm 7 weeks along, I still haven't…
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Fibroids and/or Nabothean Cysts Anyone?
I guess this is fairly common in older women (up to 70% have these by the time they turn 50!). My ultrasounds have been hard to read because of them. Anyone else have them and are there possible complications in my future?
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1st Trimester
This space is dedicated to moms-to-be currently in their first trimesters. Here you can discuss the questions, issues, and excitement of the first few months!
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Maternity Coupons
Hey ladies! If anyone is looking to buy some new maternity clothes Motherhood.com has 30% off their clearance + I used these 2 coupons: $20 off a $100+ purchase: 13001390056 And there's one for free 3-7 day shipping: SAVEMH Hope you all have a great day!
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Liz's PSA about Pregnancy Weight
Do NOT let yourself get stressed about your weight gain. Seriously. STOP IT. The health of your baby and pregnancy is not defined by that number on the scale. This is especially directed at you ladies in your first trimester who haven't quite come to terms with the scale moving up every doctor's visit. I keep seeing you…
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Best exercises for when pregnant
Hi all, Would love to hear your suggestions on the best exercises when pregnant. Prior to being pregnant I did circuit training, boxing classes (fitbox), zumba, walking - I am planning on continuing these activities as I haven't heard that I shouldn't.
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Feeling the Baby!
I have been feeling the little flutters for a while now. For the last two days though, I have been feeling the first real 'big' movements! Unfortunately, this baby likes to kick in the same spot as my first - the big red 'bladder - make her run for the bathroom' button!
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Baby Showers & Registries!
First shower in Dec 1. I get more and more excited everyday when I check my registers. Someone just got us our Pack n' Play!!! =) Who else does this?? lol
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HELP
Hi Ladies WELLL I just started MFP yesterday and I went to the gym and did really well, my goal wasn't to loose weight so much as it was to be fit and healthy, eat better and set a better example for my family. Well this morning I found out we were expecting baby number 3 which I am really excited about. I know I have to…
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Updated Calories...
Hey all!!! I have just updated my goals so that I am on maintenance instead of a deficit and my calories went up by 1000!!! I was barely hitting the 1520 I was 'assigned'... I dont see ANY WAY I will make it to 2520. Did any of you ladies experience the hike in calories once you changed your goals? What did you do? Please…
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Exercise for increasing back pain... :(
Are there any exercises anyone would recommend for increasing back pain? I am in my second trimester and find that I can't even walk when my sciatic nerve gets pinched... I don't want to completely stop exercising... but I get scared to think I may not be able to walk after a workout. Any suggestions?
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Military and Pregnancy
Is anyone else here in the military? They put a lot of emphasis on restricting weight gain and being able to pass our fitness test 6 months after having a baby...I passed after first baby, just barely passed my waist measurement. Does this stress anyone else out?!
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Introductions
Use this space to introduce yourself to the group! I'll start... Name: Kristi Hubby/Partner: Bryan How many kids do you have: This will be our first :) Due Date: May 28th, 2012 Do you know the gender: Note yet -- we find out on Jan 13th Have you picked out the baby's name: Won't decide until we know boy or girl. Where do…