Belly Band & Support Belt
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Fat Fingers After Pregnancy...Possibly Due to Breastfeeding?
Asked by D.L. from Portland
on October 7, 2009
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Hi Mamas,
My baby is 15 months old, and he still nurses twice a day. I've lost all but 15 pounds of my baby weight (gained 50 total, yikes!), and I still can't fit ...
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- After my first pregnancy my upper arms are larger than they used to be. I only gained 15 lbs and via nursing lost another 20. (too bad I've gained it back.....will w...
- The same thing happened to me. I eventually did just get it resized because I wasn't losing the weight. But, after I did start losing, I had to get it resized every 10...
- I am a firm believer that your weight shifts during pregnancy. For my first pregnancy, I gained 18 pounds and was able to wear my wedding ring the entire time. For m...
Second Pregnancy Pain Towards End
Asked by M.M. from Orlando
on May 21, 2010
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I'm at the 37 week of my second pregnancy and I am feeling a lot of pressure pushing down and back pain (like when you get your period-but more painful). My doctor sa...
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- I had hip dysplasia and my pubic joint was separating due to the loosening ligaments in my belly. I had a ton of pressure in my lower pelvic region and in my back as ...
- Check with the Int'l Chiropractic Pediatric Assn and get a chiro to check you out, The pelvis must be lined up properly, and easy to go out in the 3rd tri, might be wh...
- I don't know if it's "normal". But, I had that with my first child... and not to scare you but I had really bad back labor too. It could be just the position of the ...
Severe Sickness in Second pregnancy...help!
Asked by M.M. from Springfield
on December 6, 2006
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This is my second pregnancy, and I'm 8 weeks along today. It seems like the moment I found out, I started getting sick. I was very ill throughout my last pregnancy, ...
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- The thing that helped me was Bonine. They are motion sickness pills similar to Dramine but safe to take while you are pregnant. They worked wonders for me. You can ...
- I feel for you! I am still dealing with Morning/All Day Sickness and I am seventeen weeks. Though it seems to be a bit less intense, it is still there. I tried ever...
- Try mixing carbs with protein. I would eat 20 whole grain pretzels and 1 hand full of peanuts. If you push the water it should help too. Be glad you are sick, it is...
Pregnancy After C-section - Pains
Asked by A.B. from Reading
on August 19, 2009
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Hi Mommies. I am 20 weeks pregnant with my 2nd child. I am experiencing searing pain across my lower abdomen approx. 3x/week. The pain is below the skin and drops me t...
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- I have had two c-sections and didn't have anything like you described. I don't like the answer your doctor gave you. I would definitely get a second or even a third ...
- I get pain in my incision area, but not as intense as you describe. Although I will say it comes and goes, not a dull ache. It is a sharp stabbing kind of sensation,...
- I've had four children, the last 3 were C-sections. I did have some discomfort and pains around my incision area, but nothing at all like you are describing. My Dr to...
Pregnancy Induced Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Asked by T.D. from Washington DC
on May 29, 2009
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Has anyone experienced this during pregnancy? I am 35 weeks pregnant. About 3 weeks ago I woke up one morning and my right hand was incredibly swollen and painful. Wit...
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- Hey T., I too had this same problem and I was so glad it wasn't just me. My OB/GYN told me it was because my hands were swollen and the pressure was pressing on the ca...
- I had this when I was pregnant. Keeping the wrists stiff did not help much. What worked for me was rubber bands. Take a rubber band that's not too big and put all yo...
- It is common and goes away after you give birth. Meanwhile, try to sleep w/ your arms/wrist/hands as straight as possible. Dont sleep w/ your arm under your head. Unfo...
Misery Loves Company: Please Tell Me Pregnancy Stories
Asked by L.F. from Dallas
on August 12, 2011
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I am in the first trimester of my second pregnancy and absolutely miserable with nausea. I know all the tricks but there is really nothing that helps. I'll probably be...
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- I hear you girl!! I had severe nausea and vomiting with this one from 6 to 17 weeks. Nothing stayed down,not one bite during that time and I tried everything. I even ...
- I was super sick for 2 weeks straight with my first pregnancy. I was about 8 weeks pregnant, working at a temp job for the summer, and someone popped a bag of popcorn....
- My heart goes out to you. I was like that the first time. If my eyes were open,I was sick.Plus,I had a 12 hr. work shift.It didn't go way till the end of my 6th mo. Ab...
Has Anyone Used a Bio Band for Nausea?
Asked by N.K. from Chicago
on January 31, 2008
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Hi!
I am 6 weeks pregnant and having horrible nausea all day. I was wondering if anyone has used a Bio Band and if it works?
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- Hi N., I bought a Sea-Band in CVS for my morning sickness when I was pregnant with my youngest son. It worked ok, but I still had to suck on hard candy and eat cra...
- The sea bands do work and can be purchased at most drug stores. But there are also some natural remedies that you might consider and it will promote better health for...
- Yes and I can't say enough about how great it is. It is not a cure all but I was flying from Pennsylvania to New Mexico when I was pregnat with our thrid child and I g...
Good Bras for Large Breasted Women, During Pregnancy and Nursing
Asked by J.M. from Minneapolis
on April 26, 2010
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I am 6 months pregnant and need help finding good, comfortable, supportive bras for the rest of my pregnancy and the next 2 years of nursing. I measure a 40DD but kno...
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- Have you heard of MOTHERWEAR not motherhood they have the best stuff. Great Quality and amazing service. They Even hava a discount store on EBAY. Find out your siz...
- Here are a few place to look: http://www.biggerbras.com http://ladygrace.com
- I got a great one from A Pea in the Pod which is inside Bloomingdales at the Mall of America. I'm a 40E while nursing, and the one I got has no underwires (so comfy!)...
The "Belly Bandit" Does It Work- Have You Used It?
Asked by K.H. from Dallas
on May 18, 2010
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Hi Mamas,
I am due in about 4 weeks and I was thinking of purchasing the belly bandit. I wanted to know any advise about this product. Was it a good purchase, did...
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- i had this, but it was one that they gave me in the hospital. ask them for it after you have the baby or call before hand and see if they offer them so you will be pre...
- Ask the hosp for a post partum band. They are like large ace bandages. After a week or two, go get fitted for a Belly Bandit if you want one. I'm glad I waited unti...
- I have been wondering the very same thing, so I was hoping that you would get a lot of responses. With my first the hospital gave me one of the binders and it was dece...
Showing Too Early in 2Nd Pregnancy
Asked by S.K. from Dallas
on August 13, 2009
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Hi Moms. I am only 5 1/2 weeks pregant (I think) and I look like I am already showing. We haven't told anyone yet, but I'm afraid someone will notice or ask. Is it ...
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- Your muscles relax earlier in your second pregnancy, which gives you the tell-tale bump earlier on. If you are not ready to wear maternity clothes yet, get some elast...
- with my 2nd i did show sooner and much bigger. i think thats natural. but my kids are only 17 months apart so that may have something to do with it.
- I just had my second baby, and I started showing at 6 weeks. . .well not really showing, but not fitting in my clothes. It's very typcial.
