Pregnancy

Testing during 2nd trimester

MiracleBaby1116 — Mon, 27 May 2013 23:51:38 GMT

I just want to get opinions on getting the baby tested for abnormalities. I'm leaning toward not doing it. However, I plan to talk to my dr about testing at my next appt. Any feedback will be so helpful!!

Thanks

Water Birth

VideoGameMom — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:44:12 GMT

I have been reading about this and saw an episode of "A Baby Story" and saw a woman have a water birth. It seemed odd to me at first, but from what I read, it can help to alleviate pressure since water gives you a weightless sensation and that the warm water is supposed to be soothing.

I'm a little interested in this, although I still have a feeling I will be having a normal birth procedure, granted I won't require an emergency c-section, but I was wondering if there was anyone here that has went through a water birth and what they thought of it.

I also don't even know if my insurance would cover a water birth since it's apparently not considered a normal way to give birth. I do believe that the hospital I will be delivering at offers this option, but my insurance coverage is still another matter.

Sharing the big news!

PediNurseJulie1 — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:20:37 GMT

It’s always fun to hear how people shared the news of their pregnancies with their loved ones. Share how you told everyone! With my second, I had my son give out envelopes to everyone at Christmas and tell them to open them at the same time. Inside was a note saying that my son had a special gift for them – he was going to be a big brother! It was so fun to watch everyone realize what that meant and start screaming and jumping up and down. :) ~Julie, StrongMoms Facilitator

31 Weeks Along

MissPammie — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:28:48 GMT

I am 31 weeks along today and I was asking some family members when they think I'll have my baby. i am asking because I am due August 16th and my birthday is August 13th, so there is a good chance i could have her on my birthday which would be kind of funny! My son was born exactly 2 weeks earlier than his due date and I have a strong feeling (I have had this feeling the whole time I have been pregnant) that she will be about 2 weeks early as well. Anyway, my aunt thinks she will be born on my birthday, my mom says August 3rd, my brother says August 6th, and I say August 1st. As long as it's after 37 weeks I am okay with her being born.

Do you know anyone who shares a birthday with their child? Do you? Have any guesses about when I will have my baby?

Heartburn and Pregnancy! UGH!

MommyRN4 — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:03:45 GMT

Heartburn is one of the worst pregnancy symptoms---especially when it gets really bad. With my last pregnancy, it woke me up 2-3 times a night and prevented me from drinking and eating like I should. I took medication that my doctor recommended, but it was still problematic. How did you cope with heartburn? -- Bonnie, StrongMoms Facilitator

Did you get an Epidural or did you go Natural?

MommyRN4 — Fri, 10 May 2013 12:57:22 GMT

I never did quite make it through labor without an epidural, and I admire anyone who managed to get through it naturally. Did you get an epidural or go natural? -- Bonnie, StrongMoms Facilitator

Hi everyone:) im new on here

mommytodavid — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:51:50 GMT

Hi:) im new on here and im currently 16 almost 17 weeks pregnant with my second boy! i already have one son and he is 15 months old! I bearly found out that im having a boy and i was kind of hoping for a little girl but it doesnt matter as long as he is healthy((: I cant wait for my 2 little ones to be close just like my sister and i were!

I'm worried and scared.

Holly4jjmj — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:26:40 GMT

My name is holly I'm having my Fourth child, My third child was born with a rare genetic disorder so rare she's case number three in the whole world ever Diagnosed with it. Now this baby I'm Carrying Is at Term of preterm labor, I'm 31 weeks and my service his dropped and is ready to have a baby. My soon-to-be ex-husband has left me and our baby's. I've been dealing with this pregnancy all alone, I'm doing the best I can, During the pregnancy I met someone. Was not planning to meet nobody but met him anyway, His grade and my kids excited about this baby coming, You knew somebody can find someone in the time and need, Is amazing guy I'm Glad I met him but still scared, Worried about this child and my other kids worrie me so much but he tries to meet me at Ease. I wish there was a way I can tell him how much he means to me n my kids. I think God every day for him helping us through everything.even If we don't have a lot of money we have eachother, Send us a prayer that my kids and the new baby will be ok.

thank you,

holly gandalal and the family.

Hispanic Moms?

lpatnoe — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:23:37 GMT

Hello Everyone! I just head about this site from my OB and am very excited to join the community. Although I speak pretty good english, my familly is originally from Argentina. From my experiences so far not many educational materials are available specifically for hispanic moms. I am in my 2nd month of pregnancy and would love to hear feedback and tips from other hispanic moms!

Favorite Names

PediNurseJulie1 — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 16:35:18 GMT

I’d love to hear what some of your favorite girl and boy names are. We are considering having a third child eventually and I need some fresh inspiration for names! Help me out! -Julie, StrongMoms Facilitator

Pregnant with Number 2 and would love to work from home

BB1021 — Tue, 28 May 2013 21:20:06 GMT

Hi there! I am currently pregnant with baby number 2 (my first is 3). I would really love to be able to stay home after I have this one especially because I felt like I missed out on so much with my first......and the cost of daycare isn't getting any cheaper :) I was wondering if anyone else out there has any ideas on things to do from home or how you and your family has made adjustments so that you could stay home with your kids. I really want to try and make this work....my husband doesn't think its a good idea only because he is just worried that we wouldn't have enough money left over after we paid all of our bills if I stay home. I don't want to be strapped for money each month either but I am very dedicated to try and figure out a way to work from home. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. :) Thanks!

6 months tomorrow

Wizzywizzle21 — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 21:38:39 GMT

Is their anything I should know or anything I have about three more months to go till my baby boy comes into this world!!!

Summer is coming!

PediNurseJulie1 — Mon, 27 May 2013 03:10:55 GMT

I used to live in Virginia and I was pregnant with my first boy during the summer there – it was no joke!! I was SO HOT and it was difficult to keep comfortable. I basically lived in comfy dresses, took showers to cool off before bed at night, and ate way too much ice cream and popsicles! Anyone have tips for those ladies who have to deal with a long hot summer while pregnant? --Julie, Strongmoms facilitator

mommy with 2 problems...

sunflowermoma — Thu, 30 May 2013 21:11:55 GMT

hi ladies,

this pregnancy was not planned or even expected to happen, we took all percautions not to get pregnant because of the risks but god does what he feels is right ...i have two problems i would like a little advice about if anyone is will to lend a few helpful words to a stranger in need...

the first is, i have been pregnant 9 time (including this one), i have only been able to carry 3 to full term. i found out in march that i was pregnant , i am now 13 weeks and everything is actually going great this time around but here is the problem, i haven't told anyone in my family but daddy...im afriad of loosing another one and hurting my children and family if i loose this one...the last one i lost was at 5 months and it crushed a few family members...should i tell them or wait untill i am about 5 or 6 months along???

my second problems is...should i find out the babies sex or let it be a surprise? i have 2 girls and 1 boy and he has 3 boys...

thank you

Need help!!!!

Farrisbaby — Mon, 27 May 2013 01:40:15 GMT

Hey everyone so I am seven weeks pregnant, this is my first child, I am engaged to a great man. We have our problems don't get me wrong. There are things going on between us that I am not sure we can over come try as I may it is really hard to do. I do not want to raise this baby on my own so that is a big part to why I stay with him. The other reason is because I love him more than anything he is my heart and my soul. I know what you must be thinking, if I love him so much why do I think we will not make it. Here is the story before we ever got together he was with someone else. He was only with her for three weeks, she ended up getting pregnant and through out the whole pregnancy they thought it was his until the baby was born they found out it was not his. I was happy but he was not. I did something I should not have and read is emails he sent to his ex. He was writing her tell her how much he still loved her and how much he still wants to be with her and how I know our relationship was fixing to fall apart. Try as I may I can not just let this go. I want to because I got sick before I found out I was pregnant and he stood by me the whole time and never said a word to her, and when we found out I was going to have a baby he changed and makes it all about us now. But how do I know he really wants to be with us? He still carries a pic of his ex in is wallet how am I suppose to start a family with someone who I really do not trust I try really hard everyday to trust him and he thinks I do but I really do not. He was using my phone one day and some girl messaged him and he told her that she was looking good and always have. He left for a week and was in the same place as that girl. How do I know he did not cheat on me. How can I trust him. It kills me everyday because I want nothing more than to be with him for the rest of my life I love him with everything in side of me that is another reason I have not left him. He has not told any of his friends or family about us getting married or our baby. I just do not know what to do. I want my baby to have a daddy but it is so hard to try to start a family with someone like that. I just wish this was easy and not so hard all the time. I pray all the time asking for help. I have no one to talk to at all and just needed to vent sorry about that. I would like it if someone wrote me back and let me know what they think because I am at a lost. I do love him with all of my heart which is making this that much harder. Can I really trust him? Should I try for our family? Should I forget about it all and move on? If anyone can help I would appreciate it thank you.

Hello Everyone!

bbymom1 — Sat, 25 May 2013 02:25:21 GMT

Hi, my name is Kaylin & I am new to this. Since I have been pregnant, I have been wanting to join one of these chats. I am 33 weeks pregnant & I am so ready for my first child (boy) to come. I am preparing myself for the things that I need to get ready for the baby! Any advice?

39 weeks?!

breenlydia — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:32:04 GMT

hello ladies! my name is lydia, and i just found out last monday that im expecting a baby in 2 weeks or so. omg am i overwhelmed ! i just recently lost my job, so i was wondering where to find really good hook ups on some free stuff, considering this is my first baby.. let me know please !!

Tips and tricks for comfort!

PediNurseJulie1 — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:51:19 GMT

Pregnancy can be a pretty uncomfortable time of life – especially as you get towards the end of it! I relied on my body pillow to stay comfortable in bed and keep my hips from hurting so much. I also gave up on shoes that required lacing or zipping (boots) and just lived in slip on shoes! What ways did you find to keep yourself comfortable with your pregnancy? - Julie, StrongMoms Facilitator

Just wanna talk.

MomsRulez — Mon, 07 May 2012 20:40:20 GMT

Ive been on here before gotten many questions answered and its awesome. But now im just kinda looking for someone to talk to. I have friends so im not completely alone but they work threw the week on third shift. So i just kinda want a friend who is also a mom. I have a yahoo and skype. Im 19 and this is my first time being pregnant. So just reply back if ya want....Thanks :-)

Baby shower a good idea?

sammylouise52 — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:59:41 GMT

My parents, boyfriend and work all are now aware that I am pregnant, although I am only 19. I am at six months and starting to wonder if a baby shower is an appropriate thing. I really do not know how to approach my mom with the topic. She has accepted my pregnancy but I'm still unsure if this is appropriate or not. I have bought a pretty good amount of clothes and such myself so I really do not know what to do right now. Help?

Dealing with Morning Sickness

MommyRN4 — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:50:03 GMT

How did you deal with morning sickness? Did you find something to help you get through it? Share your tips here to help other newly pregnant moms get through their first trimester of morning sickness! - Bonnie, StrongMoms Facilitator

Hello Everyone

Ethereal31 — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:06:06 GMT

I signed up about a month ago. I currently have four children the youngest being almost 4 months old. She was born January 24, 2013. I just found out on Mother's Day that I will be expecting number 5 in January of 2014. Quite a shock, but I am still super excited. Didn't expect them to be so close together.

morning sickness

missy878787 — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:16:29 GMT

took 4 home pregnancy and all are positive! so excited. now with my first i had all day morning sickness with this one i have it really bad right now and the only thing that works is laying down. i have tried all the remedies i have read about and things like that i am just trying to c what has helped any of u pregnant mommies out there? is there anything i missed? and i really dont want to take any meds for it.

Close to Delivering

Ndavis1216 — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:02:03 GMT

Hey ladies,

I am due on July 5th having a baby girl, I already have a 3 yr son. I am very nervous about delivering, my son was a breeze I started having contractions with him at 12pm and had him at 2pm but for some reason I think this pregnancy is going to go the total opposite. I can't sleep just thinking about how labor might be. Any ideas or suggestions?

Sickness at work

clarkf — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:42:29 GMT

So I work 3rd shift. My morning sickness is from about 1030pm-230am.

So the first half of my shift is miserable. I don't throw up, but I'm very nausious(sp). I haven't told my boss(s) bc I'm only about 7 weeks. 3rd shift was the only thing they had available so I don't want them to cut my hours or anything. Any suggestions on how to help? or if I should eat a couple hours before my shift? idk any suggestions, I've thought about telling them, but I really want to wait.

I haven't tried crackers, but I was thinking about it. Do they really help?