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Pain in My Foot
... watch out for the prego leg cramps tho) before getting out of bed in the am .... Stretch exercises for my calves relieved it. Check "heel pain" on web ...
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- Congratulations on your twins! By the end of my 20+ weeks I was in so much pain everywhere from the weight and pressure of my twins I didn't know what to do or where t...
- Hi R.. I am a PT and a former dancer...and had the same problem. It is likely plantar fasciitis...especially given the laxity of your ligaments in pregnancy and th...
- I had the same problem. Stretch exercises for my calves relieved it. Check "heel pain" on web MD.com for information on it. It is a shortening of the ligament that run...
Odd Food Question
Someone recommended bananas for my leg cramps, but I refuse to eat them while ..... There are some baby lax drops they can take that may give some relieve. ...
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- I don't have time to browse your other responses, so I'll make it short! YES!!! Bananas definitely caused my little one to be constipated in a very bad way! We had to ...
- Believe it or not, bananas can cause constipation. Our doctor suggested pears, or pear juice which you can add to a bottle. Hopefully that helps!!
- Absolutely!!! Bananas will cause constipation. Apples, prunes, or juice of these fruits should help. Rice Cereal can also cause constipation too. S.
Ibs and Paxil
Increasing fiber in your diet may help relieve constipation. ..... I take powdered Magnesium,,,,mostly for leg cramps,,,,,but it works on the bowels also. ...
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- Don't think your dr is TOTALLY nuts for putting you on Paxil. While it might not be a first line choice, there have been some studies that have shown it to be benefic...
- I have had IBS for years and when I was first diagnosed they tried putting me on meds too. I quickly decided I was not spending the rest of my life taking them so I s...
- Hi N.. I am an RN. There is an all natural product called Tahitian Noni Juice that I believe would be of great benefit to you. You can visit my website www.tni.com/...
Seeking Comfort
When I have gas cramps I try and do sit ups to help push them out. ... Well also I would lay on my left side/stomach with right leg bent and the other one ... I don't know why but that help to relieve some of the pressure and it seems ...
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- Try beano and/or gas-x to help get rid of the gas. Limit or avoid beans (the magical fruit), onions, garlic... and you'll just have to pay attention to what else give...
- Gas is such an embarrassing part of pregnancy! I would ask your doctor or the pharmacist what you can take. I know you can take Tums for acid indigestion, heartburn,...
- Ugh, I will never forget the gassiness I had while pregnant too! The things we endure for the cute babies, huh? One suggestion I read in a book (What to Expect when yo...
Pregnancy Leg Cramps
I had maybe 2 leg cramps with my second pregnancy as compared with almost .... with toe pointed it cramps up more; but if you flex your foot it relieves the ...
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- Happen to me too! AWFUL!!! I had to pace up and down the halls at night. This worked pretty good. Right before bed I drank this organic mommy sleep time tea. I am...
- Hi D., I had leg cramps when I was pregnant at night when sleeping. They were very uncomfortable. AND they would go from one leg to the other leg. My dr told me to...
- I am 21 weeks along with number 2. I got leg cramps when I was pregnant with my son, and my doctor told me it was due to low electrolytes. So i drank alot of gatorade ...
We Need Sleep!
27 Aug 2009 ... basically on her tummy to relieve gas and securely strapped to you. .... She has always been very wiggly and I often would do the leg ... It's uncomfortable, it hurts and the warmth of your body eases the cramping. ...
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- Hylands Colic Tablets! They are all natural and an absolute miracle! Try googling them to see what others are saying as well, they are fantastic, I used them for my ...
- Hi K. I understand your situation. We too practice AP (we co-sleep) and no CIO. Unfortunately, my son didn't really start sleeping through the night (6+ consecutive h...
- We had the same problem and our solution was - the coop sleeping. We all sleep now and we all sleep well. My son just needs to touch me when he sleeps. I'm sure at som...
Scared Out of My MIND
Excessive stress is not really good for the fetus and relieving stress may actually result .... Leg cramps went away, digestion improved, was able to have a ...
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- D., Hello. I have one word for you: EPIDERAL. I know a lot of people don't agree with them, but I had them for each of my births (2) and had no complications. I...
- Hi D., I don't have time to read all the posts to see if anyone has suggested it, but I recommend the book Hypnobirthing by Marie Mongan. It really helped me feel...
- You will do fine! Do not worry! Women have been giving birth for millions of years, LOL! :) The human body is amazing. It can even deliver a baby if the mother is in a...
9 Year Old Son Has Trouble with His Heels
I had Planters Fascia and the boots worked great to relieve the pressure. .... strong muscles in the lower leg and the facia of the arch of the foot. ... If the muscles are not stretching easily, they cramp and pull at the tendons. ...
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- The strong facia across the arch of the foot attaches to the heel bone. From the other end of that bone, the achilles tendon attaches to it. That tendon attaches to ...
- Has he had any surgeries lately? I was told that if there was any Anesthesia it effects the limbs for a while. C.
- Hi L., My (then 11 year old) daughter was having similar problems with her heels last spring when they were doing a lot of running during gym class. It was a littl...
Need Suggestions for Bath Soap/lotion for Sensitive Skin and Ezcema.
When he breaks out the only thing that seems to give him any relief is to take a .... We have had great luck with AVEENO BABY Fragrance Free Soothing Relief ...
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- Hi N.: I've been to the dermatologist for my son's issues. She simply suggested Aveeno for the bath and lotion. Is really rough areas she suggested Eucerine. ...
- The only products that worked for ezcema in our house was Shaklee baby and laundry products. I can happily say we are ezcema free.
- I have a 15 month old little boy who has the same. When it flares up I bathe him in baby oatmeal bath. It seems to soothe his skin. Then I put a lot of baby powder on ...
Leg Cramps
Asked by T.C. from Knoxville
on March 29, 2009
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Has anyone had a child with very painful leg cramps in the middle of the night? We've had that experience lately with crying and obvious discomfort. We've tried wate...
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- Maybe try a half of banana before bed. If your child is extremely active that may be contributing, or on the opposite end if your child is usually not active and has ...
- Try magnesium. And do you mean you are getting the child to drink more water? If not, then try that too. If that still does not help check with your doctor. You did...
- My daughter now three has complained of the leg cramps also, I find rubbing her legs and applying heat relaxes the muscles, also try bananas. Bananas are great source...
