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Similac MOM
Hi everyone! I would like to get some advice on this one. I'm currently taking a Prenatal Centrum vitamin daily. I recently got a sample of Similac MOM, which is a meal replacement drink. I really liked it and I was wondering if you guys thought it would be good to take both the Centrum vitamins and the Similac MOM meal…
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What did you take when you had a cold?
I've had a pretty bad cold that started Sunday. I really don't like to take anything, but I've been very miserable and it's difficult to sleep and keep caught up on school and work. I did buy halls drops that aren't for cough but the defense ones. The doctor's office said I could take Tylenol cold or Robitussin and any…
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Nauseous ALREADY?!?!
How soon did you start feeling nauseated? I am 5 weeks and 3 days and for the last 2 days I've been completely sick to my stomach (so far I haven't thrown up THANK GOODNESS). This just seems so much sooner than last time. I'm not alone, right? :sick: Any hints? I use a lot of mint (candy, gum, lipgloss), I need to get some…
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Ticker?
For the preggos out there: So.. what are you all doing with your ticker?? Keeping it set at your goal, adjusting your ticker goals, taking it off completely?? Just curious? I haven't decided yet :)
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first time mom in Nov. counting breastfeeding calories
I will be breastfeeding when my baby arrives. How do you count your breast feeding calories. Today I took my breastfeeding class today. The lady said that in a day you can burn up to 250 calories. I also read in books it can be 250-500 calories in a day. How are you counting your breastfeeding calories. I use to run, but I…
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Always Hungry!!
Ok, so I'm really early in my pregnancy, but can already tell a difference in my eating habits. Mainly, I'm always hungry! I feel like I can't get full. I drink lots of water, and try to eat healthy options. BUT, I'm still hungry. I have had an Iced Chai drink, a bottle and a half of water, a Clif bar, and a banana in 3…
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When does 1st trimester fatigue go away?
I'm 10.5 weeks along but this is my 3rd pregnancy in less than 3.5 years. I don't remember being this tired the other two times. I'm too tired to even go to get a pedicure. Now, that's just ridiculous. Please tell me that there's hope I'll get some energy soon. On the other hand, the nausea seems to be gone unless I think…
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Gaining weight faster with second?
Just wondering if anyone found that they gained weight much quicker with their second pregnancy? I'm 7 weeks and have already gained 3-4 pounds. With my first, I only gained 8 pounds total. FYI - I'm overweight so the doctor wasn't at all concerned.
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Has anyone felt the presence of the corpus luteum
I had what I think was ovulation cramps on the left on day 14. From day 20 I have had a dull pain/discomfort in the lower left side of my abdomen right around where my ovary should be. It has been almost a daily discomfort at random times throughout the day since. I haven't taken a HPT yet, because my period isn't due…
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OK to lose?
Hello everyone! I just found out I was pregnant for my 3rd time, and am a little concerned. We lost our second baby at 8 weeks, so I am extremely nervous about this one. I am only 4 weeks right now. I am due on my parents anniversary (May 23rd). I am officially considered overweight (possibly even obese), and have been…
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August 2012 Babies
So, I figured we should have a "topic" for moms due in the same month who are going through the same stages together. I'm due August 29th (according to the computer...I'll know for sure when I see the doctor today) :) So I'm 6w, 1d. I found out Christmas week and surprised my hubby and daughter with the news Christmas…
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new to myp and pregnant
Hi because I have only been using mfp for 3 months and have pcos i was wondering what I should set my cals at I'm only 5 weeks pregnant and have a higher risk pregnancy due to the pcos. I'm not trying tell anyone atm as I'm really worried about miscarraige. If anyone has any ideas to help me?
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Have you talked to a dietician??
I had GD with my first pregnancy, was put on medication and gained like 60 lbs in the process. I'm hoping to not do a repeat with this one so my OB had me talk to a dietician to get things started on the right foot. My appointment was Tuesday and quite frankly I didn't agree with what she told me. She gave me guidelines…
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Buying a Crib
For reference, this is the crib set I'm looking at: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Baby-Mod-Ava-Fixed-Side-Crib-with-adjustable-Mattress-Height-Changing-Table-and-3-Drawer-Dresser-Bundle-Espresso/16784335 I am having a terrible time pulling the trigger to buy a crib! I think that the price is really cheap for all 3 pieces, but…
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Hormones
OK so i really hope this is not just me who is suffering from this. Are any of you experiencing almost a scary hormonne change. And by scary i mean almost violent??? My brother in laws ( ok so me and my bf are not married but i basically consider his family to be my in laws )girlfriend from the beginnig has always sparked…
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online workouts
Does anyone know of an online workouts (yoga etc) good for 3rd trimester??? I need to keep myself moving for sure!! If nothing online - are there any dvds that have worked for you???
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Thoughts on child birth classes?
So I was going to sign up for a child birth class and a breast feeding class- however the classes are kind of expensive so we were trying to budget and now today when I went to sign up they are all full and I can't get us signed up for one that would take place before our little gal is here. Are they that important? I am…
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May 2012
Any May due dates? I believe I'm due on 5/9 based on my LMP. I have my first appointment on 9/24/2012 so will find out then. Just curious if there were any other ladies out there due around the same time/month. Congrats to everyone!
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Maternity wear with a sense of humor?
http://www.cafepress.com/mf/29311637/virgin_maternity
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Going off of birth control
Hello! So my husband and I decided we wanted to start trying for our first. I stopped the BC in June and ever since then my appetite is humongous and I feel like I'm 13 again with all of this acne :( I'm assuming the acne is normal because of the hormones but how about the appetite? I feel like I can't get enough food and…
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Progesterone... side effects?
Since we've had 2 previous miscarriages, we've been put on progesterone with our current pregnancy. My sister warned me that she'd had friends who said it made them "crazy". lol I felt fine the first few days, but now I find that I'm feeling really out of sorts, have been having headaches and even a bit depressed. (It says…
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I've gained weight...again :S
So I started MFP 25 days ago. The first two weeks I did great, lost just under 6lbs then I found out I was pregnant. Obviously that changed the game plan. I'm not restricting my calories, just trying to "eat healthy" which I'm still tracking just to keep track, that's put me between 1700 and 2000 calories. But I've gained…
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Switching doctors...
I'm not a huge fan of mine. He's a good doctor and gets my tests done on time, but I feel like he's very inaccessible with my questions. This is my first baby, and I ask a lot of questions, and he seems to just brush me off instead of giving me a comprehensive answer. Don't get me wrong, I'm not annoying him with 24/7…
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3 weeks PP today.. and big news!
Today my baby girl is 3 weeks old. Having her was my second c/s. last nov i was 238.. being super sick during my pregnancy i lost 20 pounds and then maintained that.. the day before she was born i weight 217.. yesterday morning i was 201.0 :) I am 5'1 and 201.. its been almost 7 years since i have been UNDER 200 pounds! My…
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Exhaustion
I am 25 weeks now and have been experiencing crazy tiredness. By 2pm in the afternoon I am done like right now I am ready to lay down and do nothing even though I am at work. On the weekends I usually take about an hour nap and actually feel refreshed afterwards. Spoke to my doctor about this during my last visit and of…
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Prenatal workout video recommendations?
Can anyone recommend some really good prenatal workout videos? Yoga, cardio etc...?
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What would u consider "light" excercise?
So after 4 -5miserable weeks of not being able to workout due to placenta previa, at my apt the doctor said I can do light excersie that isn't straining on the uterus... I'm not sure what would be considered light excersie. I was planning to do 3lb dumbbell excerisis for my arms & maybe some squats w no weights for legs.…
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Circumcision.......
Ok...I'd like to hear what people think about circumcision. I do not know if I'm having a boy or a girl but am due in November and should make a decision soon. My SO wants to circumcise if we have a boy but I'm very undecided about the topic. I know that it is totally personal choice, but I would like to hear why others…
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strong abs = difficult labor?
Hi, I'm in my second trimester. At my last visit to my nurse midwife, she told me to only do cardio and no weight training because if I build up my abdominal muscles, it will make a more difficult labor. According to her, the softer the muscles, the easier it is for the baby to move. She said the muscles were "like a wall…
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Diaper, wipes, and formula points programs...
Hubs and I decided to sign up for Pampers points program and start buying things like diapers and wipes when they come on sale or via coupons. We're hoping to have a stockpile once the baby is born of diapers and wipes bought at a lower price to save some cash in the long run. The points program allows us to qualify for…
