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Getting in Shape While Pregnant?
now...you said you have weak ankles, try some swimming, which is low impact but still a full body work out. second, don't diet, eat healthily but still ...
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- My understanding is that you should look to basically maintain your health during pregnancy, not to expect to reach new levels of health. Most exercise you are accusto...
- If you can afford it, get a stationary bike. It is safe while pregnant, you can't fall off. you can start easy while still gaining muscle and staying fit. It actuall...
- Hi H. and congrats I also waited until I was about 30 before my child was born and I gained almost 70 pounds in my pregnancy. I only lost about 40 of those pounds unf...
Castor Oil to Induce Labor
If that doesn't work, you need to wait for your body to be more ready. Good luck and if you have no sucess, write me back there are other things to try. ...
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- M., I don't know about Castor Oil, but I "walked" my girlfriend and myself into labor. I would just get out and walk 2-3 miles a day, at a slow pace of course and ...
- Hi M.. I have always heard that castor oil works and when I was pregnant, my midwife did advise us that it was an option, but it should be a last resort option becaus...
- I didn't try castor oil, but did try having sex (MANY times), survived the atmospheric change of Hurricane Wilma at 38 weeks, and had my membranes stripped... O-U-C-H!...
Trying to Get Pregnant After a Miscarriage
Your body needs time to heal for the miscarriage and if you are trying again .... ultimate disapointment will only make your mind & body work against you. ...
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- There are many ways to physically help you, as many of these Moms have suggested- all great advice. But you have to stop worrying about it so much during the time you...
- I don't have a lot of advice, other then to tell you to relax, keep trying, remember it's supposed to be fun (not work) and hopefully it will happen - I don't know abo...
- Hello J. I was in your situation last year, and now I am pregnant. My miscarriage occurred in April, and I only got pregnant at the end of December. Yes like you my...
Labor
The best advice that I was given was to relax through the contractions and let your body do the work. The nurse told me that if I did not relax, ...
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- Your second child will be easier (usually)than the first one. You should get a Doula to help you with all the comfort measures we do:) You should also start preparing ...
- I'm with you sister, you'll do fine trust me. My daughter was nine when my son was born, he's now two. I went throught 40 hours of back labor with my daughter. My son ...
- Hi G.! There's no way to know exactly what your second birth will be like, so one of the best gifts you can give yourself right now is to allow yourself to accept you...
Natural Induction
I had my membranes stripped several times, I had hundreds of dollars of accupuncture, cranio-sacral release body work, accupressure, rasberry leaf tea, ...
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- All of the suggestions that have been given so far are possibilities. But, your body is working just fine it sounds like. I know the last couple of weeks can be unco...
- Keep walking--and whatever you do, DO NOT TAKE CASTOR OIL. I stupidly listened to my mother when I was in your position and not only did I go into labor that night, bu...
- I had this exact same problem! I was completely miserable and just wouldn't dilate. I stayed at 1 cm for over a month. Finally my water broke and since I wasn't ha...
Recommendations for the Bradley Method?
I highly recommend every pregnant woman takes it to REALLY learn what incredible things your body can do and how to work WITH it. Do it! ...
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- Hi A., Congratulations on pregnancy #2 and your growing family. Congratulations too on a healthy 1st pregnancy, labor and birth. Laboring at home is key to unneces...
- i had both of my babies at home, and let me tell you they were the most amazing, empowering, exstatic moments of our lives. If you are low risk and had a good birth la...
- Hi A., I totally recommend it! I think it was the best thing I ever did. I wanted a home labor, but that was impossible because I'm diabetic. I had to give birth in...
Seeking Advice on Possible Lupus Diagnosis :(
Sep 17, 2009 ... Since 2005 I have used some great vitamins and supplements to help my body work better with itself. I have also educated myself on how ...
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- V., I know you said you don't have insurance but you do need to see a good doctor and, if necessary, get referrals to specialists to get a real diagnosis. You may want...
- V., Here is the link to the Lupus Foundation of Greater Washington: http://www.lupus.org/webmodules/webarticlesnet/templates/gwashington_home.aspx N.
- I'm sorry you haven't been feeling the love here. I don't know how much help I can be as I don't have Lupus, but I can tell you that you can rule out fibromyalgia and ...
"Desperately Searching for a GOOD OB/GYN!"
Jun 15, 2009 ... I am TOTALLY in tune with my body. I can tell I'm getting sick before .... homeopathy, energy medicine, mind-body interventions, body work ...
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- Hey K., OB/GYN Associates (Dr. Espy's group) gets my vote as well. ALL of these doctors are superb. If you are looking for someone with all the technical prowess ...
- I don't have personal knowledge of this one, but thought you could call and see if she works for you. Go to "wmn4wmn.com", and read about Dr. Felicia Dawson. She's a h...
- Call Dr. Gary Smith in East Cobb. His office is 1511 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta. He takes the time to listen and get to know the patient. You will not be hurdled in...
Partial Weaning
Dec 22, 2009 ... You'll produce less, and for a short time you may leak at work, but your body will get used to it and will continue to meet the demand. ...
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- You will continue to produce milk as long as you latch your little girl. The amount will decrease, but remember you make milk on demand and your baby will be full from...
- My sons self weaned to 1-2 nursings per day and this went on for MONTHS. After baby #1 was totally weaned at 16 months, I had milk for another 6 months. With baby #2,...
- I had the same problem, and you shouldn't feel guilty or bad for it. For me, it was just too much of a hassle to pump at work and I couldn't do it very fast anyway; i...
Early Pregnancy Syptoms?
The Body is a Divine Work of Art , I had to laugh reading your post ! Dear sisters of the Universe! I'm a Mom in her 50ties , also born in the 50ties, ...
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- I would suggest calling your M.D. They will know the answer for sure, without guessing.
- Hi K.,I breast feed 2 children for about 6-7 months each. My youngest is 3 years old now and I still can squeeze fluid out of mine. I do not think it is a PG sign so e...
- The Body is a Divine Work of Art , I had to laugh reading your post ! Dear sisters of the Universe! I'm a Mom in her 50ties , also born in the 50ties, my children are ...
