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Pregnancy Pains and Complaints.
Asked by E.B. from Miami
on August 2, 2010
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Hello - sometimes i like to get advice before bothering my doctor (although that's what he's paid to do) i don't want to be the annoying patient :)
today week 28 day...
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- Go see the doctor. Stress is bad on the baby and if you are worried you are stressed and it is harming the baby. I don't remember having any pain during my pregnancy ...
- You doc is there to help you through this and to help you with any concerns. If your gut says to go, go! If there is nothing to worry about, great, but won't you fee...
- TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS!!! if you feel you need to see your dr, please do so. you don't want anything harming you or the baby. if you learn anything when becoming a mom, ...
SI And Pubic Symphysis Paing During Pregnancy
Asked by L.G. from Minneapolis
on April 10, 2011
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I'm pregnant with my third baby, 26 weeks along now. I am having severe SI-sacro iliac and pubic symphysis pain--which I had with both my other pregnancies, but this i...
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- Lots of good tips here! I just wanted to add, if you can afford it- Get a new mattress, what a difference it made for me! Good luck!
- Oh, I'm so sorry! I had that too, with both pregnancies and I'm not sure I can do another. : ( I have two "belts" that I got from a PT that are very helpful. The S...
- I would try chiropractic!!! And they will get you in today most likely!
Pedicure During Pregnancy?
Asked by J.J. from Dallas
on January 24, 2008
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Can anyone recommend someplace to get a pedicure during pregancy? I am due next month, and can't reach my toes! I know it doesn't really matter, but I feel better wh...
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- I know that Princess Nails in Legacy Park in Plano will do it. Get their spa pedicure. They do a good job too! I am also due in February and have a 2 1/2 year ol...
- When I was pregnant last year I got a pedicure at Cloud 9 Spa in Lewisville/Flower Mound (off Justin/407). I would just make sure the person doing the pedicure knows ...
- Elizabeth Arden said NO???!!?? Unbelievable. I got mine there when I was pregnant. I got the pedicure right after I had my maternity massage. I went to the spa ...
Any Tips to Relieve Bad Sciatica Pain in Late Pregnancy?
Asked by N.F. from Reno
on August 11, 2009
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Ladies - I'm dying. I have sciatica pain shooting down my left leg... it was manageable for a few weeks and now I've crossed into major pain territory. I have a little...
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- OK, I have a really bizarre solution. I have had horrible sciatica since I broke my back in highschool. A few months ago, my chiropractor did a simple thing that my ...
- Find a GREAT chiropractor that works with pregnant Momma's. You won't regret it!! Congrats! M.
- I would recommend a chiropractor. Not sure where you live, but I saw and continue to see Dr. Cherie Smith in Encinitas at Back to Balance Family Chiropractic. ###-###-...
How to Relieve Increased Swelling in Feet/ankles at 33 Weeks of Pregnancy
Asked by S.L. from Benton Harbor
on November 15, 2009
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I am 33 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing mild swelling in my feet/ankles for quite a while now. It has always been worse in my right foot, but over the last ...
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- Double check with your OB, but I would find a good pair of compression socks/hose. I hated the idea but I was more comfortable and I ended up needing them for a short...
- Unfortunately, nothing helped me either. I ended up having to take heavy diuretics after birth to reduce the swelling. It sounds like you're doing all the right thin...
- Hi S., Just being off your feet is not enough. You should sit in a recliner, or prop you legs up with pillows on the couch. The rule of thumb is to have the "toes abo...
I Need One Bad!!
Asked by E.B. from Seattle
on February 19, 2008
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I am looking for a good Massage Therapist in or near the Federal Way area. The catch is they need to specialize in maternal massage because i am six months prego.
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- When I was pregnant, I tried many massage therapists (including Gene Juarez for convenience) and based on my experiences, I'd HIGHLY recommend only 1 person. She work...
- Massage for Health in Federal Way is a good place to go, and they offer prenatal massage. Also, Arabella Vital in Puyallup is AWESOME!! :)
- there is a really good massage therapist in the same office with Jex Chiropratic. I know the office manager and it is a great office. They are on the corner of hwy 99 ...
First-Time Pregnancy: Need Tips and Advice
Asked by A.K. from Chicago
on March 2, 2008
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Hi Everyone -
I am pregnant for the first time and am almost 12 weeks along. I have found a doctor that I am very happy with, as well as baby books for me and my ...
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- Hi A.--I'm in the same hood and expecting my first in August. I'm starting maternity wise with Target as they're reasonable with cost and have some mix and match you ...
- Congratulations A.! How wonderful for you! I hope you are feeling well at this point, you did not quite mention that? What a terrific time for you to hit your secon...
- We too were first time pregnant parents in Chicago...My husband and I took the "expectant parents" class at the hospital (Northwestern Memorial), and that was great fo...
Different Kind of Back Pain in Pregnancy
Asked by A.M. from Lakeland
on May 28, 2010
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Hi Moms,
I have a quick question regarding some back pain. I am currently having back pain located in my upper right of my back, a little lower than the shoulder b...
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- it could also be your kidney. Women are more prone to infections during their pregnancy. If you have a kidney infection that could cause the pain in your back. The nex...
- Have you tried going to the chiropractor? I could not have survived either of my pregnancies without getting adjusted weekly. I have a small frame and the weight of m...
- Oh my gosh! The exact same thing happened to me in 3 of my pregnancies-all my boys. It didn't happen to me with my daughter....my theory is that she was so tiny-only 6...
Chiropractor and Pregnancy
Asked by J.B. from Austin
on September 25, 2009
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I don't whether it's coincidence or not - but my back has been killing for about a month now, and I just found out I'm 6 weeks pregnant. I've always been really fearf...
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- I went to the Chiro while pregnant and loved it! He is very gentle and loves treating pregnant women. I still see him about once a month and my 2 year old daughter l...
- I went once when pregnant with twins and it did make a difference but what really helped me was going to a massage therapist and getting accupuncture. They were wonder...
- GO...You will feel so much better! I had never been until I was prego and the baby was on a nerve in my leg which made it hard to walk or sit. I ended up having to g...
New Pregnancy
Asked by A.S. from San Diego
on July 16, 2008
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I just found out that I am pregnant with our first biological child. We have been trying for a while, so I would like to tell my husband that we are expecting in an e...
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- When you go to the doctor for your first exam/checkup, ask them to give you a copy of the positive pregnancy test paperwork. Frame it, gift wrap it, and give it to hi...
- Just wanted to say congratulations!!! give him a massage and a night to remember! ( you will too !) Good luck to you >
- Hi A. S, i have a few ideas, well a couple of them i got off of a TV show. You can fix hin a romantic dinner, of baby back ribs, baby corn, baby carrots. you can buy a...
