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Hello,

This is my first pregnancy and I am only at 8 weeks right now. My concern is that I am already gaining weight in areas that I didn't think I would gain weight. For instance, my "big" pants are fitting snug in the rear end and leg area. Is this normal?
I bought a prenatal yoga video but have only done it once because I just can't seem to muster up the energy. I know it's normal to be fatigued during the first trimester, but I feel completely unenthusiastic about doing anything. Did anyone else experience this or is anyone experiencing it now?

Thank you!

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So What Happened?™

Wow! Thank you so very much to everyone for the insightful and very useful messages. I feel like every one of you came through the internet and mothered me in a very special way.
Yesterday during my lunch break I made myself walk and lift some light weights and I felt better for the rest of the day. Then last night, I let myself rest. Low and behold, I slept better than I have in a few nights.

Again, thank you and here's looking forward to all the fun changes my body will go through.

L.

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You are totally normal. Its very common to gain more weight than average in the beginning. I did and my midwife told me that if I continued to do so at that rate I would gain 80 lbs. I ended up gaining 24. Don't drink too much juice, watch your unhealthy fat intake, excersize moderately, and just enjoy the most wonderful experience of your life!!! The fatigue will pass, just rest and read lots of fun books.

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It is completely normal!! Your belly will get very big and be prepared that everywhere else will get at least a little bigger. I started getting bigger right away too! I was in good shape (gym and pilates daily) but could not start working out again until the 2nd and 1st half of 3rd trimester (2nd half of 3rd trimester-too tired again). I was just tooooo tired. I would come home from work, sleep, eat dinner, and then go back to sleep everyday for the first trimester. I also bought prenatal yoga and only did it a few times. I liked yoga on the wii fit better and good old walking. Good luck and feel well!!

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Yes, all normal. Have a happy healthy pg!

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Very normal, all is ok. Congratulations on your pregnancy.

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L.,
Everything you are feeling is normal. Every woman is different and as for me, I gained my weight towards the end of my pregnancy. It sounds like you are gaining it in the beginning. As for being motivated, you are going to feel tired alot and want to take naps often. I especially felt this way in the beginning, before I was even showing. Take those naps, your body is hard at work creating your child! Hope you have a smooth pregnancy!

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