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Abdominal Separation After Pregnancy
Asked by M.P. from Tampa
on October 9, 2009
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Hi
Does anyone have any experience with Abdominal Separation after pregnancy? I've got it and I'm tired of being asked when my next kid is due. I've started exercisin...
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- Try one of the pregnancy support belts( the ones you were under our big bellies!). You can get them at any matunity store. I hade the same problem you did and what I ...
- I tried exercise and diet, and nothing. People still think I am pregnant and it's hurtful to hear. I have avoided the beach and pool all summer even though my little...
- I've heard great things about this...maybe you could check it out. http://www.babooshbaby.com/
Underwire Bras and Pregnancy
Asked by R.C. from Minneapolis
on June 21, 2007
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Hi,
I heard that I shouldn't wear an underwire bra during pregnancy or while nursing as it may interfere with my milk production. Any truth to this? If so, here i...
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- I have worn an underwire since I was fifteen and through 3 pregnancies and a total of 3 years of nursing and had no problems I started out as a 34 DD and have ended up...
- Don't know much about underwire, but I've found the best place to get nursing bras is birthandbaby.com. Not sure, but I bet she'd have some in your size! (and at onl...
- Don't worry about wearing an underwire, as long as the bra fits. If the wires are cutting into a portion of your breast tissue (instead of wrapping around the outside...
Post Baby Belly/belly Band?
Asked by 3.B. from Cleveland
on September 15, 2010
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I just had baby #3, and naturally my belly is very swollen. This time much worse then before. As much as I was stretched Im surprised he's not bigger lol. Do the binde...
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- You just had a baby what do you expect. Take it easy on yourself. What matters is that you do it right. Start with walking and yoga. Strengthen your inner core first a...
- I know...I hate having a belly. A belly band will squeeze everything in, if your looking for support and for looking a little better. I don't think they actually caus...
- I'd save your money. The belly bands do not work...or at least didn't with me after my first. It seemed to just hold the belly up. I didn't use it with my second. It t...
Pregnancy and Fitness, What Did You Ladies Do?
Asked by A.G. from Houston
on July 18, 2011
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I recently lost 25 lbs and had 20 more to go when i found out i was pregnant about a week ago. I had undertaken a year long journey to work out every day for at least ...
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- Dear A. - Good for you for wanting to continue staying fit! I cringe when I hear people assume that just bc they're pregnant, they're going to get all fat and out...
- I ran daily before I got pregnant and my doctor had advised me that it was safe to continue running as long as I felt balanced (until my belly popped) then he recommen...
- Talk to your OB but unless you are high risk, you can generally do Everything you were before getting prego and at the same intensity- exceptions would be sprinting an...
Comfort During Pregnancy While at Work
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on August 5, 2010
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I am employed full time in an office setting. I am fortunate enough to have my own office. I am wondering what other moms did/do to make themselves more comfortable ...
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- Exercise balls, adjust the chair, and foot stool. Even if you can get up to go to the water fountain or bathroom, that's a good idea. Congrats :)
- I was on my feet all the time and bending over and i bought a maternity belt you can get at babys r us for like $20.00 dollars. IT gives your back support and it reall...
- I am 34 weeks along and the 2 best things I have found are the Belly Band (found a good one at Motherhood) and I keep a foot stool under my desk. I have only gained 5...
EXTREME Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on November 1, 2010
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I am 36 weeks (ish) pregnant, and for the past 3 weeks I have been having absolutely unbearable shooting pain in my pelvic area. The pain is so bad it literally makes...
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- look up Symphysis Pubic Dysfunction and see if what you read there is what you are experiencing. http://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/symptoms-and-solutions/symphysi...
- Unfortunately with my round ligament pain, the longer I sat or was lying down, the worse it was....especially if I had to pee or got up too fast. I am currently prego...
- Yes I know your pain! with my last two pregnancies I have had the horrible round ligament/pelvic pain and it really is that awful. And there really isn't much the doc'...
Acne Breakouts During Pregnancy
Asked by L.W. from Phoenix
on February 2, 2009
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This is my third pregnancy, and once again, as before, I'm experiencing terrible acne over my face. I plan on talking to my OB about it, but am wondering what others h...
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- I was desperate but this is what worked for me. Take several tablespoons of ordinary oatmeal (don't know if instant works, I used the old-fashioned kind) and stir eno...
- I had bad acne when I was pregnant with my son. Being pregnant with him put to much testosterone in my body. Which caused me to break out... Not sure what to tell y...
- Sorry to hear. Try an acupuncturist. If this isn't the first time this has happened to you, something is out of balance when you're pregnant and it is manifesting in...
Lower Body Workout During Pregnancy
Asked by K.T. from Charlotte
on May 15, 2009
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I am interested some exercises that will help tone my thighs, hips, and butt during my pregnacy. Any suggestions!
I have been doing squats, lunges, and a lot of wa...
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- I agree: squats, lunges, and also bridges are great!! I'm not in SC, but look into a type of mommy class if you can. I LOVE my Stroller Fit group and I know ther...
- ZUMBA...find a class in your area at Zumba.com. low-impact Latin cardio dance and you will wiggle you hips and have so much fun. Best workout around. C.
- squats and lunges are two excellent ones for lower body.
EARLY Pooch in 3Rd Pregnancy
Asked by A.K. from Cincinnati
on April 14, 2007
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I am almost 12 weeks along in my 3rd pregnancy, and I am already extremely uncomfortable in my normal clothes. I have been really sick, so I don't like anything touch...
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- Wow! So much to be proud of A.:) I would not worry but all I can recommend is that you ask your dr. With each pregnancy, it seems you get bigger faster because your mu...
- I didn't show with my first until I was almost 6 months pregnant (and I must be wierd because I couldn't wait to start showing!) I am currently pregnant with number...
- I am pregnant with #2... showed with #1 at 4 1/2 months, but with #2, "the pooch" was visible at 6 weeks!! The muscle tone just wasn't there and it popped! By 3 mont...
Early Pregnancy and Exercise
Asked by N.A. from Dallas
on September 17, 2011
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I love working out and I do at least 4 times a week. Now that I am 5 weeks pregnant, I am not sure what is safe and what isn't. I am mainly concerned about abdominal w...
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- I am not an expert but am an avid exerciser and just had my 3rd child in 4 yrs in may :) I ran till I was 32 weeks with this one, did plyometrics till it felt uncomfy ...
- this is really a question you should be asking your OBGYN.
- you should not do anything that makes you lie flat on your back after a certain point. also, as long as you do things you are used to, they should be fine. i take ba...
