Pregnancy Books & Guides
Results 161-170 from 3,684 articles
Asking for Ideas on How to Break the Good News of Pregnancy to Parents!
Asked by A.W. from Rockford
on October 18, 2009
-
Hi there! I was just racking my brain on creative ways to inform my parents of our first pregnancy. This is not their first grandchild (I have one niece and nephew) bu...
Answers
- Hi, I lived away from my parents as well. I had my older son wear a shirt to a visit that said "I am the big brother". As soon as they read it everybody knew what was ...
- My advice - make sure that whatever you do is focused on them, first. 40 years is a BIG deal! I really like the idea of a gift from the baby to grandma and grandpa....
- We had a similar situation, but it was my father in-laws birthday. We signed his birthday card with our names and added "+1" He was confused at first but his when he...
Nose Bleeds During Pregnancy?
Asked by D.A. from Seattle
on August 26, 2007
-
Ive been getting nose bleeds lately, I thought maybe i Should call the doctor but my mother got them while she was pregnant too. In the baby books they dont say anythi...
Answers
- It happened to me too. If you notice that your nose is dry you can apply a small amt of vaseline in your nostrils. It may help. Dunno!
- I got them when I was pregnant too. I did read in a book or magazine article that it is normal during pregnancy (can't remember where I read it though). I got a simple...
- I had the same issue with my last two pregnancies. The doctors told me it's just something that can happen while you are pregnant. Basically your nose can get drier th...
Second Pregnancy Info
Asked by K.L. from Savannah
on June 7, 2012
-
I am currently pregnant for the second time and was wondering if anyone has found any great websites, books or other resources for the second time around. I am not ev...
Answers
- The books I turned to when I was pregnant with my second one: Baby 411 The Girlfriend's guide to pregnancy Sippy Cups are not for Chardonnay. Congrats!
- There is a website called "I am pregnant". Absolutely loved that for both my pregnancies. Its like a blog site that you can talk with women who are in the same week ...
- I liked babycenter.com & thebump. They both give you weekly emails as to what to expect and what your babies size is. Congrats on #2!
Help: How Do I Support a Mom-to-be Faced with "Reducing" Her Multiple Pregnancy?
Asked by C.B. from Raleigh
on November 9, 2009
-
A good friend has struggled with fertility issues for several years and is finally pregnant. Wonderful news, however, she is pregnant with multiples and her doctor ha...
Answers
- Wow. Well... I think if you just let her know (either verbally or in written form) that you are there for her anytime should she ever need anyone to lean on through th...
- My best advice is to pray about it. God has blessed her with all of those babies for a reason. IF God brings you to it he will bring you through it. I hope I have n...
- I respect your devotion to your friend and your wisdom in deciding to keep your own counsel on the matter. Whenever a loved one is experiencing a hard time, I look fo...
Seeking Pregnancy Center in NYC That Addresses Nutrition,exercise,education,etc
Asked by D.C. from New York
on January 24, 2008
-
Does anyone know of a place one can go to for ALL pregnancy related needs/information? I know there are prenatal pilates and yoga classes around as well as nutritioni...
Answers
- Hi! Try to look up a website for a place called Realbirth. They have lectures, etc, as well as prenatal and postnatal classes. They have a location in Hell's Kitchen a...
- You could try Real Birth in Chelsea - I think it's on 25th Street. They have all sorts of pregnancy related classes - it's very natural childbirth oriented, so just k...
- Go to Realbirth.com They have it all. Both my hubby and I can't say enough good things about our experiences there. Good luck!
Pregnancy Nursing and Weaning
Asked by J.S. from Minneapolis
on May 2, 2006
-
I have a 13 month old son who nurses before naps and bedtime and often wakes a night and wants to nurse.
I am 11 weeks pregnant with baby #2, and my midwife suggest...
Answers
- Hi, I nursed my child to 13 1/2 months, and started with night weaning. There is a good book I found very helpful for weaning from the breast (rather than a bottle). ...
- To wean my son, I started having Daddy put him to bed and respond to him at night - that way, he weaned to another person, not an object that he would get attached to....
- I don't have any advice on weaning but just wanted to let you know that it is possible to nurse through pregnancy. I am 30 weeks pregnant and still nurse my 2.5 yr. o...
Menstrual Issues and Pregnancy....
Asked by C.J. from Harrisburg
on October 5, 2006
-
Hello everyone, My issue is that I have been dealing with irregular menstral cycles. After the birth of my first child in Sept of 2005 , I was getting my period every...
Answers
- I C., I'm new here and this happens to be the first thing I've read. But I'd really like to recommend that you look into what's called Fertility Awareness. Some peop...
- I have had similar issues but now have 3 children and I will most likely have a hysterectomy shortly. To regulate your period you should be on birth control. When I ...
- I am sorry you are going through so much pain and trouble. If you can, watch Oprah today. I believe they are going to talk about problems women have with their menst...
Pregnancy over 35 and Amniocentesis
Asked by M.B. from New York
on March 3, 2008
-
Hi All, I am preganant with our second child and this time I am over 35. I am currently researching the options for prenatal testing with my "older" age in mind. I w...
Answers
- My first son was borm when I was 36. I opted not to have any of the above mentioned tests. My second son was born when I was 38. I did have the amnio the second tim...
- Hi. That is a tough choice. I went through it also. I am 39--have a 7yr. boy, 4 1/2 yr. girl and 2 yr. girl. I also had the NT and blood work. My Dr. told me the ...
- I had an amnio at 35 too. After 4 years of secondary infertility, I was extremely nervous to say the least. My healthy boy is now 11 years old! I had the test in 19...
Pregnancy Weight Gain
Asked by A.P. from Kansas City
on February 8, 2008
-
My husband and I are thinking of trying for a 3rd baby. I've actually gained weight since teh last and really need to drop 20 pounds. While I start that venture, I'm w...
Answers
- I don't see why you can't try to lose the weight while TTC. Simply eat healthier foods, control your portion size, and try to get out for a little exercise. Maybe ge...
- Hey A.! I think if you're wanting to lose some weight that it's best to do it BEFORE you have your next baby b/c as you know, weight loss/diet during pregnancy isn't ...
- As an OB nurse, you should lose the weight first. It has so many beneficial factors for the baby. If you are starting the pregnancy overweight, you have a higher chanc...
Heavy Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
Asked by A.B. from Chicago
on January 15, 2010
-
I am 7 weeks and 3 days pregnant. About a week ago I experienced very heavy bleeding with no pain. I went to the doctor, sure that I had miscarried. To my and my hu...
Answers
- I am 26 weeks pregnant and had heavy bleeding in my 5th week which was a subcutonic hemorrage(spelling). I then continued to bleed until my 15th week and i have had u...
- A friend of mine had the exact problem. She is now almost 9 months pregnant, due in mid Feb. After the early blood clot issue, everything went to normal. I think she ...
- I had the same thing, around 11-12 weeks. Very heavy bleeding, and it lasted several days. The doctor said it was a placenta tear. That was in 2006. My baby was fat...
