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Thanks for sharing! My friend also got the Rock 'n Play sleepers, and prays it! She also recommended "Boppy Noggin Nest Head Support" if one is paranoid about flat head (me). You can get it from Amazon (currently out of stock) or Baby R Us. Here is a picture of it:…

My favorite is: raspberry vinaigrette

Having hard time keeping up with the posts. Still in lots of pain from my fall. Doctor only ordered minimal treatment: ice, OTC pain med and rest. I'm not a big fan of pain med for situation like this, cause I feel like if I don't feel the pain, I might over worked my body and it's not getting rest properly. It won't help…

No more falling! I'm glad you are ok (and the baby & dog)!

So glad my baby seems ok!!! BUT not me. I slipped and fell on the stairs while carrying a load of laundry. Hurt my back (especially lower), elbow, leg and other area... Luckily it was on my back, baby seems doing fine but I'm in a lot of pain. I'm waiting for doctor's office to call back to see if I can get checked out.…

Lurking... Good to see you all here :-)

I get info from my OB, which was included in the hospital pre-registration form. I filled out and send a form to the place to request a kit (bring to hospital, and the OB suppose to collect that). However, I haven't heard anything from the place regarding this. It could be cause I sent too early? They might be sending…

For those who might be interested in, you can check out something call "Fenugreek" "Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum). Fenugreek seed has been used to increase milk production since biblical times. The herb contains phytoestrogens, which are plant chemicals similar to the female sex hormone estrogen. A key compound,…

Don't take it wrong way, yes it's safe just like millions of other products out (cosmetic as well) there. I'm not trying to start a debate or try to convince anybody or anything. It's personal choice and I'm just mentioning other more natural alternatives for others who likes to check it out. Lanolin Ingredients: Water,…

Awesome job on the group! Thanks for setting up. Name: Hattie Hubby/Partner: Mike How many kids do you have: 2nd, have 4 yr old boy Due Date: Feb 23rd, 2012 Do you know the gender: Girl Have you picked out the baby's name: Yes Where do you live: Chicago suburb, IL Workouts you are doing while pregnant: Lately just walking,…

Happy New Year to all mamas, and welcome to new mamas. I've been only reading all the posts. I had a weirdest dream last night - my baby girl has one foot sticking out my belly and won't stop kicking. She must be kicking so hard while I'm sleep (but too tired to wake up). :-)

Merry Christmas everyone!

If you want carbs, have carbs. That's all I've crave for in the 1st trimester. It's probably what your body needs, for you and the baby now. Just keep up with some exercises and you won't make you as big as a house. :-) I had one miscarriage before this, which is enough making me keeping it from telling family until 3…

Had a sneak peek at my 30 week pumpkin today (free). She's looking well, active. Got tons of u/s pictures. The pumpkin turned head down finally, and hopefully she won't turn it back up again. Lately my tummy has been her happy playground, seems like all day/night long. :-)

Babeed - yeah the stretch marks... Mine are getting more and worse. Well, nothing we can do about those, it's from inside. Don't bother get those cream which claim reducing it, it won't. I only lotion my belly for preventing itchy skinny due to the cold dry weather.

I'm starting my vacation (to next year) from tomorrow. With all the time in the world now, I can get back to workout routine: - Walk (5 days at least), 30 - 60 min - Workout DVD 3 times a week Hopefully I'll get my free stationary bike soon.

Preservative-free version is usually giving to young kids and prego. Thimerosal (is a compound that is 49.6% mercury by weight) is typically used for preserving those flu vaccines. You can read more about it online if you like, such as: http://www.immunizationinfo.org/issues/thimerosal-mercury/mercury-vaccines

I've been reading all the posts, too much to catch up... Welcome all the new comers! Heather, thanks for all the tips! AFM, I finally finished my feature which had me working day & night to meet the crazy deadline. Now I'm so tired but grateful because I'll start my vacation next Tuesday all the way to next year! I started…

I found bra extension helps a lot, so I don't have keep buying new bra.

Not sure if you usually wake up in the middle of the night or not. I always keep water by my nightstands. When I woke up, I usually take a couple of sips and it makes me feel better. Don't think you are dehydrated but drinking water when you just wake up in the morning is great for your body

Oh no, not you too... I've been having groin pain a couple of month ago. I finally asked my doctor and she is thinking I might have hernia. A few weeks ago, I ran to my car and drove to a store. Once I got out of car, my groin (right side) has a sharp pain (worse than ever) and I can barely walk for a few min. My doctor…

Another lurker here...

Kim, nicely done (with the list)! :-)

I've been very busy at work (project is over due and have been working at many nights lately), so I've been just reading everyone's posts but never able to reply much. But I'm around. Thanks for the Dec thread! Name: Hattie Hubby/Partner: Mike How many kids do you have: 4 yr old son Due Date: Feb 23rd, 2012 How far along…

You will be in my prayers all the time! Have lots of rest as told, and hope everything will turn around and great.

Great for the test result!!! Me too on the arm fall asleep, but it mostly happened to me when I sleep on my right side. For me, in order to avoid end up sleeping on my back, I have a little pillow on my lower back/butt which preventing me roll on my back. It has been working well. When I woke up with arm fell asleep, I…

Hattie, 26 weeks 5 days, 18-19 lb gained. Pre-pregnancy, lost 7 lb and pretty much at my optimal weight (would like to build more muscles with that weight).

I'm watching "Laugh and Learn About Breastfeeding", highly recommended it. I borrowed it from the library. Here is what looks like: http://www.amazon.com/Laugh-Learn-About-Breastfeeding-Bayles/dp/B0008GPAP6/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1321982948&sr=8-1-spell

I'm not running any more, cannot :-(, but my guess is your extra weight is putting too much pressure on your feet. Give some rest and try again. If it still hurts, you might just have to do anything else. Listen to your body as you know already. I tried running, but last time I did, I got a sharp pain in my lower belly…

I'm not running any more, cannot :-(, but my guess is your extra weight is putting too much pressure on your feet. Give some rest and try again. If it still hurts, you might just have to do anything else. Listen to your body as you know already. I tried running, but last time I did, I got a sharp pain in my lower belly…