Girlfriend's Guide to Pregnancy
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First Child on the Way...
Asked by N.A. from Boston
on May 8, 2007
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Looking so people to help me understand the process of being pregnant..I would like to know what is the best foods to eat..and what arent..and also...when u feel the w...
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- Congratulations 1st of... but take from someone whos in mine 4th pregnancy, none are the same. There's always things that change, especially your mood. But I'll tell y...
- Hi N. -- Congratulations! I reminder being pregnant with my eldest daughter (who's now 6) and being completely overwhelmed by all the conflicting info in books, magazi...
- Congrats to you! Toward the end of your pregnancy -- get the book "What to Expect the First Year". You will need to read the first few chapters before you give birth...
Advice, Encouragement, or Experience for Pregnant Sis
Asked by J.B. from St. Louis
on May 17, 2011
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What are the things you wish you had known but didn't while you were pregnant, giving birth, or a new mom? My younger sis is about 5 months along, and she's always bee...
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- That really truly the doctors have seen it all...vomitting, pooping on the table, passing gas during delivery, legs that haven't seen a razor in months. I was so worr...
- I wish someone had told me that I would have a head of cotton wool for weeks after giving birth. Due to Low Blood Pressure I felt like I was tipsy all the time. Still ...
- I wish someone had told me, when I was in labor with my first, DON'T FIGHT THE CONTRACTIONS. The feeling of "real" contractions was so shockingly painful and unfamili...
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.
Unique Baby Gifts
Asked by M.H. from Huntsville
on April 27, 2007
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Okay moms...I am looking for a special/unique baby gift for my niece or nephew to be. My brother and his wife have been very good to my daughter and have always given...
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- If it's a girl, I have been making little girl bow holders for about a year now. I started making them when my sister-in-law wanted one for my niece for Christmas and ...
- Hi M., There is a website where you can order ceramic baby shoes. www.ittybittyblessings.com They put the baby's name, birthday, height and weight on them. They m...
- a really nice sling- some of them out there are quite luxurious and decorative. There is a seat for baby called a Bumbo? My parents got me a silver rattle and engr...
Becoming a First Time Mother.
Asked by K.H. from San Francisco
on February 26, 2008
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I'm having my first baby, and I'm a little scared. I just don't know what I'm doing. Any advice would be great. I'm currantly 17 weeks along.
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- * Always go with your gut! With all the advice you will get on here from different mommies - stick with what works for you. * Remember that not only is every perso...
- It's a very overwhelming process, but the best thing you will ever do in your life! I loved the book "The Girlfriend's Guide to Pregnancy" by Vicki Iovine. It is h...
- Hi K., Becoming a mother is by far the most amazing, scary, life changing rollercoaster you will ever experience. No matter how much experience one has it is still ...
19 And Pregnant and Loving It!!
Asked by R.J. from Lakeland
on May 11, 2007
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Hi everyone, I'm new to this site, my name is R. and I have a small problem.
I'm about 5 weeks pregnant and very excited. Me and my fiance are getting married in S...
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- Congratulations first and foremost. And the best advice I can give is know that not too much will change about their attitudes toward you or this baby while you are pr...
- Hello R. , I'm a proud mom of two boys . I had my first one when I was 26 and my second I was 30 .( My first child was a surprise baby # 2 was planned ) A child is ...
- Hi R., I was in your position when I was 19 but you know what, sometimes it just takes a little time. Heck I didn't even tell anyone I was pregnant till I was about ...
Need a Good Book to Present with a Baby Shower Gift
Asked by M.M. from Detroit
on March 11, 2007
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Hello,
One of my dearest friends is expecting her first child at the age of 38. My children are ages 7 & 10 and it's been a while since I've purchased a book suitabl...
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- I do this for all baby showers, my all time favorite is I'll Love You Forever. You can get it at Walmart for a few dollars. Goodnight Moon is another really great bo...
- There are so many good books out there. My daughters favorites are Tails by Matthew Van Fleet - It has a lot of textures to feel Are You Ticklish? by Melanie M...
- My mother-in-law gave me The Diaper Diaries: The Real Poop on a New Mom's First Year and I think it's awesome! You can pick it up on Amazon for $8.95. Here's the lin...
Scared
Asked by K.N. from Austin
on March 26, 2010
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Hi I just found out I'm pregnant and I'm so freaked out. I'm also a smoker and don't know how I'm going to quit?
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- Don't stress over quitting, it will cause more harm than good. I was a smoker too when I found out I was pregnant. I knew I couldn't go cold turkey. So, I started c...
- I know how you feel. I felt the same way when I found out I was pregnant. The way I dealt with it was to think to myself that if God thinks I'm ready for this, then ...
- I am a smoker...so I can tell you how I did it! I just never lit another cigarette after finding out I was pregnant. It was easy for me because I had the mindset that ...
When to Tell My Daughter/family/friends I'm Pregnant
Asked by D.M. from Chicago
on February 7, 2011
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I found out I'm pregnant last week. I'm only 4-5 weeks along. I was just wondering when and how did you tell your children and family? I've heard it's best to wait til...
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- My son and daughter at 3 yrs 9 months apart. So, my son really had no concept of months yet when I was pregnant. We actually waited to tell him until i was about 18 ...
- I don't know how you can keep it in. I would probably wait another week or 2 to tell my very excited 6 year old but I would definitely have to tell my close family me...
- well I always wait to tell but there is no set rule. You can tell whoever you want whenever you want....it's your body and your baby :) Although I am now pregnant with...
How Long Did You Use a Baby Monitor?
Asked by J.K. from Washington DC
on June 8, 2008
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(Just wondering as we think we might not need one anymore.)
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- Hi, My daughter is 18 months old, and we still use the baby monitor....I want to make sure I hear her if she needs me, and I also like to hear when she is awake in he...
- We used one until she was almost four - her room was some distance from ours, and I didn't quite trust her not to go getting into trouble around the house. I basicall...
- My oldest is 3 this month and we still have his set up. He's definately able to yell loud enough to get our attention but I like it incase he's having a bad dream or ...
