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Possible Pregnancy?
Asked by B.B. from San Francisco
on March 30, 2010
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hello i am 10 days late for my period i have never been but one or two days late and thats rarley. I took at hpt when i was five days late and it was negative i took o...
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- This happened to me when we were trying to have baby #2. I think stress and expectations led to this outcome. Two month later it was all good. Relax and take a breath,...
- It is possible that you aren't pregnant. I was told once by a doctor that up to 2 weeks late is considered normal.
- I just found out I am pregnant at 5 1/2 weeks with a blood test. They are super sensitive. Good luck!!!!
Running During Pregnancy
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on May 25, 2010
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I have always been told that the exercise we did before pregnancy is safe to continue during pregnancy (some exceptions of course for high risk pregnancies). However,...
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- I knew a lady that ran 2 miles up a mountain and back down every day of her pregnacy, and her doctor was fine with it. In fact, her water broke at 39 weeks at the top...
- I am also a runner and am 16 weeks pregnant. My DR said not to worry about the 140 bmp rule if you are used to that activity. My heartrate usually tops out in the 16...
- Not sure about that but I doubt that the bigger you get it will be comfortable. Your heartrate is not supposed to be above 140 when exercising while you are pregnant ...
Sarcoidosis& Pregnancy
Asked by L.M. from Norfolk
on September 30, 2008
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I was diagnosed with Sarcoidosis several months ago. I was on a short round of prednisone for granulomas on my legs and muscle weakness. I have a couple of granulomas ...
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- We are had many wonderful miracles at the Healing rooms at our church! Wonderful and powerful pray-ers! Come and be prayed for!!! http://www.healingrooms.info/locat...
- L., Sarcoidosis, which I'm sure you already know, is an auto immune disorder. Some auto immune disorders subside during pregnancy; others get worse. My daughter ...
- No advice, just wanted to wish you well. I'm not at all familiar with this kind of thing. Is there a website for this condition where there are boards that people ...
Pregnancy and Thyroid
Asked by N.O. from Detroit
on May 2, 2008
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Hi ladies,
Back in november I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I was 7 weeks pregnant with my second child when i found out. At almost my 11th week i found out ...
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- I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism at 18 years old. I was monitored very closely, at least a once a month blood draw, and I have 4 kids, and have had no miscarriages...
- N., Hi, My name is A.. I had hyperthyroidism and had my thyroid removed when I was 12 years old. Which put me immediately into hypothyroidism. I have been t...
- I have had a thyroid condition since I was a young teenager. I was unaware that this condition could and would affect my ovulation as well as pregnancies. I have other...
Where do I get a more accurate pregnancy test?
Asked by J.D. from Detroit
on June 11, 2008
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I suspect that I'm pregnant for a whole lot of reasons but none of the 6 pregnancy tests that I've taken has turned out to be positive. Are there any tests that work ...
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- Not to criticize, but Lacy is wrong. They are not all the same. They all have different sensitivities to the hormone your body produces while you're pregnant. Generall...
- I used EPT with both of my children and they seemed to work great. Good luck to you.
- go to the dr and get a blood test... Thats the definate...
Valtrex and Pregnancy
Asked by H.W. from Grand Junction
on January 6, 2010
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I am wondering what you all think about using valtrex in my last 2 weeks of pregnancy to suppress the chance of having an HSV outbreak. I have one currently and am ner...
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- I think it is a good idea to get on a recommended dosage of valtrex asap. Everything I have read and heard shows that there are more benefits to using valtrex (or gen...
- I've used it with 3 pregnancies now and have not had one problem. In my opinion, it's not worth the risk to NOT take it. Good luck!
- Absolutely worth it! C. M., CBE, CLD Owner, The Westside Birth Connection www.westsidebirthconnection.com
Pregnancy Cookbooks
Asked by M.F. from Youngstown
on June 27, 2011
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I would love some recomendations for pregnancy cook books. I still have 20lbs on me from my last baby who is 15months and I really don't want to gain a bunch of weight...
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- My copy of What to Expect When You're Expecting had a diet plan and recipes. It had specific lists of how much of this, how much of that, etc.They have a website but I...
- I think it will be less complicated simply to look for healthy recipes. In pregnancy, you need a little extra protein and you don't need to "eat for two", actually. K...
- haven't actually used it yet, but I just told hubby I wanted the mommy diet cook book. I've heard great things!
Pregnancy Diet...
Asked by S.D. from Dallas
on July 6, 2010
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I am looking to keep my weight gain at 20-25lbs this pregnancy but also feel sick if i dont eat often or nutritiously Did anybody have good success with a diet that I ...
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- Lots of good suggestions here. The other thing I will suggest is continuing to work out at as much as, or the same intensity as you did pre-preg. I'm 34 weeks with my...
- I don't think dieting while pregnant is ever a good idea, but I totally understand wanting to keep the weight gain to a minimum. The best thing would be to eat healthy...
- Go to Weight Watchers online and use their guidelines for pregnant diet. Eat a lot of fresh raw veg. and salads and low fat foods. Watch carbs and walk every evening a...
Second Pregnancy
Asked by L.P. from Chicago
on October 6, 2009
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Help!! I am 6 weeks pregnant and always so hungry. It is 9:30 and I have eaten 3 times. Is there any types of foods I should focus on eating as to not gain a lot of...
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- Hi there, I was also constantly ravenous during my first trimester. I will second what one of the other posters stated as far as the sugars in fruit. The only ...
- Protein and fiber will help you feel more full (plus it won't give you those weird blood sugar spikes). Try to get 5 - 8 grams of fiber in each meal (3 meals) and at ...
- Hi L. - I know what you mean about being hungry all the time - I was too. What I do now is eat as many fruits and vegetables as I can because those are so good for us...
Thryoid and Pregnancy
Asked by M.E. from Chicago
on July 25, 2008
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I just found out I have an underactive thyroid and it was probably like that during my pregnancy. Could this have affected my baby (who's now 9 months old) in any way...
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- ME TOO!!! I found the exact same thing out with my throid not until 3 months after my son was born. If your doc told you your pumpkin is fine, then she is. I questi...
- The answer is NO... I found out that I have an under active thyroid right after I had my son. He is now 17 years old (tomorrow 18 years old)and he is normal in every ...
- Hi M.! I have an overactive thyroid. My doctor and I think that it developed after the birth of my first son. I have a 10 and 8 year old, very healthy and happy boy...
