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Im Losing My Mind (Pregnancy Question)
Asked by S.F. from Utica
on July 12, 2011
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Have you ever had that feeling when you have eaten too much and you feel like you are either going to puke or explode or like you have to go to the bathroom or maybe j...
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- Oh yes...that pukey feeling was a constant every evening for me during my first trimester. I used a bunch of methods depending on what triggered the nausea. If it was...
- I used to feel like puking if I didn't eat anything ... and well I had to eat every 1.5 hrs atleast. It was very difficult because I didn't have any appetite and reall...
- sounds like morning sickness which I had for three months with my daughter (it was bad!) and three months with this baby to come. I would take the medicine. I haven't ...
3Rd Pregnancy, My Belly Is Huge and I Still Have 2 Mos to Go!
Asked by N.T. from Detroit
on March 31, 2011
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Hi everyone,
I am expecting my 3rd baby in 10 weeks and I feel huge. I have gained 30 lbs so far, much more than I would have liked, but I was so nauseated for the...
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- Carbs are not the enemy, they are the fuel for your body! Eating whole food carbs is much better then refined ones (white flours and rice). You will be hungry al...
- Well with both my pregnancies, my tummy was HUGE. Everyone thought I had multiples. But no, just one baby in me. For my 1st pregnancy, I gained 25 pounds. My Doc i...
- I have 7 weeks to go. This lady asked me a couple weeks ago when I was due, when I told her she said "I dont think your going to make it!" The cashier at the grocer...
Spicy Tuna Rolls
Asked by A.K. from Los Angeles
on January 27, 2011
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Im about 5 weeks pregnant... can I have shrip and spicy tuna rolls?? lol Im so random with my questions, but I want sushi sooo bad!!!
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- You're best bet would be to discuss your question with your doctor and see what they think. It probably best to see what their perspective is. Give them a call and get...
- I think shrimp is technically okay (though they are part of the oceans natural filtration system, so why it is okay for any one to eat it is strange). No on spicy tun...
- Of course you can and should. Cravings for certain foods is the body's response to its lacking in the nutrients found in said food. I know there are concerns about ...
Healthy Snacks for Pregnancy
Asked by A.B. from Chicago
on January 7, 2011
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So I went to the doctor yesterday and found out that I have gained more than I probably should have in a month which of course upset me a little. Both baby and I are ...
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- Here's a few home made granola bar recipes. I like to cook a batch then keep them in the fridge or freezer (except for the stuffed apple lol). Apple Breakfast Bars...
- With my daughter, I craved donuts! Instead of eating that, I ate a whole wheat bagel with cream cheese and low sugar jam. Yum! I also loved bananas with PB - eat w...
- They key, is to eat filling snacks! Avocados are a wonderful snack. They have good fats (GREAT for the baby and you!!). I cut one in half and spread it over toast with...
Foods to Avoid When Pregnant
Asked by M.C. from Phoenix
on May 3, 2007
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I'm 26 yrs old and pregnant with my third child, I never knew this, but I just read somewhere that deli meats and some soft cheeses are bad to eat while pregnant. Iam ...
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- I ate at Mr Goodcents many times during my pregnancy and I have a very healthy 7 month old. I heard it is the same bacteria that makes it so pregnant women should sta...
- well I have never heard that but what I do know is that worrying especially this early is probably more dangerous than anything so don't stress out about it!! Good lu...
- Don't worry, if you are fine then all is ok. they say no deli meats (unless heated to steaming) or soft cheeses such as brie etc because they can contain listeria and ...
What's the Deal with Eating Soft Cheeses?
Asked by D.S. from San Francisco
on September 13, 2008
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I've read that you should not eat soft cheese during pregnancy because of the risk of Listeria infection. Is it a problem if I ate some brie and feta cheese before kno...
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- Talk to your OB about food dos and don'ts. Listeria can cause a miscarriage, so it is a concern. Pasteurized cheese is what you want to look for.
- Don't worry too much! Just go easy -- moderation in all things is the key. I hated (and still hate) having to watch my lunchmeats to make sure they haven't bee...
- the issue with soft cheeses is a issue of unpasturized milk that is sometimes used to make these soft cheeses, although in the US most of these cheeses must use pastur...
Need Answers
Asked by S.J. from Detroit
on November 10, 2011
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This is my first pregnancy , what foods should i avoid ??
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- Avoid anything that sounds gross and unappetizing to you. Eat what sounds good.
- With my first pregnancy . My husband wanted me to eat healthy witch is fine, So i ate alot of fruits and veggies, i cut out the fast food,the pop, I drank alot of wate...
- Hi S.---Your diet during pregnancy should be the very same one that is good for optimal health and disease prevention. It should consist of mostly plants, 85-90%. Mi...
Im 5 Weeks Pregnant... Now What?
Asked by A.K. from Los Angeles
on January 26, 2011
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Ok so I am preggo with my second child. I just found out 2 days ago, and I have taken 3 tests and all come back positive almost instantly. My son is 4 years, and hones...
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- You are preggie! Those tests are very accurate. congrats!! Watch the tuna intake because of the mercury content. Start taking your prenatal vitamins, limit your su...
- First, Congrats. Second, call the OB and make an appointment. Third, BabyCenter.com has all sorts of articles. If memory serves, caffiene should be reduced to one...
- You are ok to drink your coffee-maybe limit it to one cup in the morning. Limit the tuna as you said-mercury. Take a good prenatal vitamin and eat foods that are rich ...
Hotdogs
Asked by C.S. from New York
on December 24, 2007
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okay so im freaking out. I had a hot dog from nathans the other day and a few times before that as well...now my friend told me pregnant woman shouldnt eat hot dogs o...
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- so not a big deal- you don't want to overdo it b/c of the nitrates. i ate hot dogs and deli meat a couple of times a week during my pregnancy & my son is great.
- I think you should do things in moderation. No to much of anything. If you are craving it...just have it. Usually you are craving it for a reason. But don't have i...
- You'll be fine. If a dr didn't tell you to stay away from it then don't worry. I ate lunch meat almost every day and i have a healthy baby.
Seviche
Asked by J.G. from San Diego
on June 5, 2008
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Is it safe to eat seviche while pregnant?
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- Although the seafood in ceviche is "cooked" by lemon/lime juice, I would skip it. You could prepare it with cooked shrimp, hearts of palm, lime juice, cilantro, onion ...
- Ceviche is normally prepared with raw fish or seafood, marinated in lemon juice. It is very risky for a pregnant woman. If it has been prepared with cooked shrimp, for...
- Hi J., Ceviche is raw or partially cooked fish and is not good to eat while pregnant. It can cause serious harm to your baby. Be very careful with seafood speciall...
