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Baby Names
So, my husband and I should have this down pat by now (it is our 4th baby) .... but when it comes to choosing a baby name, I want to break his kneecaps. Is anyone else feeling like this? He likes names that are more common/ popular, and I am into names that are old- fashioned but also unique. For a boy, he likes Jackson,…
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Anyone with SPD?
Just curious if anyone else here is having trouble with SPD (Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction)...mine started around week 26, and at week 30 I'm really struggling. Got a referral for physical therapy this week and am hoping that helps. Swimming is the only comfortable exercise, so I'm continuing to go to the pool. Is there…
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for dog-people...may apply to cat-people too ;-)
I did a new blog post on dogs and pregnancy. What do you guys think? Have you noticed your pets acting any differently? http://www.jennyrosenthal.com/2012/11/hermie.html
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the birth process
Calling all veteran mommies! So I'm not wondering how the baby gets out and all the physical logistics. I'm wondering what the process from admittance to the hospital until discharge is. I'm going to talk to my OB about it but I'm wondering, what things (like IV's and stuff) do they just to right off the bat. I've heard…
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PUPPS
Anyone have or have had PUPPS? I am not sure if that is what I have or just dry skin, but the last two nights I have woken up with hives like itchiness on my upper arms and thighs. I kinda of feel it all over and throughout the day, but mainly in those two areas at night...BTW I am 29wks 3days
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inner thigh rash/chaffing?
Ok, I am 35 weeks pregnant (will be 36 weeks Thursday) and have gained the appropriate amount of weight according to Drs (around 20lbs so far) today was a day like any other, even started the day off with prenatal pilates and I was feeling great but then by around dinner time I noticed a rash on my inner thighs and holy…
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the fine line between "obsessive" and "careless"
I just had a talk with one of the guys at work about how I kept visiting the chip box then walking away empty handed. His response was "who cares, you're supposed to gain weight right now, you'll lose it after the baby is here." Hubby has a similar sentiment and is afraid that I wont eat enough for baby if I pay attention…
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Breastfeeding cravings
How have you controls your breastfeeding cravings. My breastfeeding cravings started big time yesterday. I want to nip them in the butt before they get worse. What did you do to prevent cravings from happening or getting worse.
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Frank breech baby
So I was told a couple of weeks ago that my baby is breech. Not a big deal b/c I am having a c-section anyways. Then, a couple of days ago I had another u/s where they told me the baby was frank breech. I had no idea what that meant - for those of you that dont, the baby is butt-down and legs up by it's head. Basically,…
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Castor Oil
Ok, so this really sounds disgusting to me. But, last night I was talking to a family friend and she was talking about how she had to poop during her labor and they wouldn't let her get up. She feels that this made it that much more painful. I personally know I get a lot of pain down there when I have to go. She also has…
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Accidents :/
So I have had this horrible cough for about two plus weeks now. Doctors are treating me for Bronchitis. Sometimes when I cough I pee a little... it's so annoying. I am currently wearing THREE panty liners. I have them in a line cover EVERYTHING from front to back. It's SOOOO annoying! Any tips??
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stocking up!
So as most of you know this is my first baby and have no idea what's going to go on after my little man is born SO I have developed an unhealthy addiction to grocery shopping and such!! I feel the need to stock up on EVERYTHING like I'm never going to leave my house after he's here!!!! I still have 4 weeks but my freezer,…
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Severe morning sickness and cramps after a short workout
Hi all Iam currently 7 weeks 3 days prego with my 3 baby. Lately I have had severe morning sickness to the point where it's hard to keep anything down so I snack with things like Apples and crackers but I know Iam deffentily not getting the nutrients I need, any ideas on how to get some extra nutrients? I take prenatals…
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Monitor Cords and Safety
I just remembered this last night, and please rest assured that I am not one of those people who likes to scare people unnecessarily. So this is my PSA about monitor cords and strangulation hazards. The first time I heard about this was from my sister. She works in aviation law and knows a bunch of people at the FAA. I…
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Feeling like a big tub of goo!!!!!
Ok so haven't gained a lot of weight but I did look in the mirror this morning and realized that I am huge. Doesn't help that I am large chested and she sits up high so I feel even bigger. I still have a ways to go I am only 34weeks 5days, but now I have to go to a christening on Sunday for my BIL and SIL daughter and I…
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Newcomer
Hi ladies. I just found out I am pregnant. I totally wasn't expecting it. I am 36 and will be considered high risk. We didn't think I could get pregnant at all again.
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Newbie here
Hi would just like to start by saying hi, my name is Mackenzie. Im currently pregnant with my third child. Due on april 12,2013. Im currently 17 weeks 5 days along. 1st pregnancy: Pre-pregnancy weight 145 weight at delivery 207. Strict bedrest from 26 weeks til 37 weeks duoe to going into preterm labor 2nd pregnancy…
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Looking for new preggo friends!
So I feel like everything I post about on my page is baby related. :) I'd love to have some other moms to be as friends who can relate with me! I'm currently 15 weeks along, due April 23rd with our first. I haven't been posting much as far as a diary since being pregnant, only because my appetite is all over the place…
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New living arrangment after baby (BIG CHANGE)
So, here's my situation. I think hubby and I have made up our mind but I'm intersted to see what you all think. At about 7 months pregnant we will be moving cross country, about a month after delivery my enlistment in the military will be over and we will be soley relying on whatever income my husband gets in CA as well as…
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Snotsucker?
So I was on facebook and 2 friends of mine were talking back and forth about how terrific this snotsucker is so being curious I googled it and almost threw up. I know as a mom nothing should gross me out and yes I am sure it works just the way it says it does, but I don't know. If anyone has used this I would love to hear…
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Things I wish someone would have told me!
I was going to post this on the Mommy board (Still fit and fabulous AFTER baby)....but I figured that since we are now mommies we would already know these things! lol! Let me also give a warning that a lot of the things I'm about to say are TMI but things most if not all of you will experience! Also let me say that I'm not…
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Pregnancy Brain
Does anyone else on here have "pregnancy brain"? When I first heard about it, I was like, "oh, that must be made up." But, lately, like especially in the last month, I have been SO spacey. I never miss appointments, but I have missed two this month. Just completely forgot about them. I will be walking somewhere, and walk…
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Leg cramps and migraines
Hi ladies, I am 24 weeks, and I've started getting leg cramps and migraines in the early morning hours (4-5am). Have any of you gotten these before? How did you prevent them? My diet is pretty good as far as potassium intake, and I drink water all day long. I get at least 30 minutes of light cardio in every day and have…
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What are go craving? Good or Bad?
*The title was supposed to be what are YOU craving, but my son is climbing all over me... sorry! LOL!!! Right now, I am all about chick peas, chicken salad, apples, strawberries, carrot sticks, brussel sprouts, london broil and the only unhealthy thing is hershey bars! Every day for lunch I want a big salad with chick…
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November due dates
Ok so I have been looking and waiting and this thread still has not started..... Anyone else??? I am Amanda. I am a mom of two boys, ages 3 and 2. Due Nov 1st. (* I'm a little panicky bc my first son's bday is Nov 6. and I tend to go over.) This will (hopefully) be the first pregnancy that I have really dedicated myself to…
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Acid Reflux
I couldn't sleep last night because I've now got acid reflux! Ugh! I am going to buy myself a wedge to sleep on, but I'm wondering if anyone knows if you can sleep on your back if you're elevated? Or how much do you need to be elevated to sleep on your back? I suppose I can still sleep on my side on a wedge, but hopefully…
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Baby has a "big stomach"
When I went in for my last ultrasound at 22 weeks on 10/17, the tech told me that my baby's stomach is measuring kind of big. Not "crazy abnormal" big but most definitely larger than average. He overall is a bit longer and weighs more than the average for his gestational age but both me and hubby are six feet tall so that…
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Best Blogs?
Just curious what blogs or sites you like for pregnancy- and/or parenting-related stuff.
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Pregnancy and Eating Disorders
I'm just curious to see if anybody else is pregnant and dealing with an eating disorder like myself?
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Pitocin?
I am so glad I found this group on here because it has gotten me thinking about a lot of things from my last L&D experience and how I want to do things this time. I will tell my story as briefly as I can and then ask what I want to ask, so please bear with me. When my son was born in January 2011, I went into labor…
