O.K. how many people here are pregnant?

Ali

I'm not pregnant.

Thank God that masturbation is only a venial sin.
(At least I can make up for my "youth"...) :(

genevieve

Brain of J.Lo wrote:

I had my test done a few weeks ago, when I had some other bloodwork done to check for preeclampsia. Turns out, my bloodwork was all perfect, including the diabetes test, but unfortunately my urine had a little bit too much protein in it and I'm right on the border between normal and preeclampsia. The doctor doesn't think I have it, she thinks the protein is a result of slightly elevated blood pressure prior to pregnancy. (And I have my insane boss to thank for that!) So basically, they're just watching me very closely in case I have to be induced early.

I'm glad you're test turned out normal! It would suck to have to deal with that, especially if you had to go so far as to take insulin while pregnant. I was just certain that I was gonig to fail that test because I'm thirsty all the time and I'm always craving sweets, which is unusual for me. But it turns out it was perfect.

I never thought that I worry like that about a blood test. I hope things go well for you and no preeclampsia.

pacifier

Brain of J.Lo wrote:

I had my test done a few weeks ago, when I had some other bloodwork done to check for preeclampsia. Turns out, my bloodwork was all perfect, including the diabetes test, but unfortunately my urine had a little bit too much protein in it and I'm right on the border between normal and preeclampsia. The doctor doesn't think I have it, she thinks the protein is a result of slightly elevated blood pressure prior to pregnancy. (And I have my insane boss to thank for that!) So basically, they're just watching me very closely in case I have to be induced early.

I'm glad you're test turned out normal! It would suck to have to deal with that, especially if you had to go so far as to take insulin while pregnant. I was just certain that I was gonig to fail that test because I'm thirsty all the time and I'm always craving sweets, which is unusual for me. But it turns out it was perfect.

I'm only in the early stages of pregnancy (about seven weeks), but I have to watch my blood pressure. I have a kidney problem that causes me to lose blood and protein in my urine. It has no real effect on me at the moment because my kidneys still do their job ok, but I have to watch my blood pressure because high blood pressure can cause more damage to my kidneys. It is possible that I can live the rest of my life with this condition and have no real worries about it, but if it does get worse it can get very bad very quickly. So the doctor is paying close to my blood pressure at each visit. I'm hoping it won't be a problem because not only am I pregnant, but I'm trying to plan a wedding so I have a feeling my blood pressure is going to get a bit high sometimes.

I have been really thirsty since I have been pregnant, but I'm actually turned off of sweets to a great extent (I still have the occassional icecream, etc, but I don't desire it any where near as much as I used to). Even with the choice of cordial and water, I am always reaching for the water. I guess that is a good thing.

Toywoman

Many congrats! My third baby was just born this December, and all three have been blessings:D

genevieve

pacifier wrote:

I'm only in the early stages of pregnancy (about seven weeks), but I have to watch my blood pressure. I have a kidney problem that causes me to lose blood and protein in my urine. It has no real effect on me at the moment because my kidneys still do their job ok, but I have to watch my blood pressure because high blood pressure can cause more damage to my kidneys. It is possible that I can live the rest of my life with this condition and have no real worries about it, but if it does get worse it can get very bad very quickly. So the doctor is paying close to my blood pressure at each visit. I'm hoping it won't be a problem because not only am I pregnant, but I'm trying to plan a wedding so I have a feeling my blood pressure is going to get a bit high sometimes.

I have been really thirsty since I have been pregnant, but I'm actually turned off of sweets to a great extent (I still have the occassional icecream, etc, but I don't desire it any where near as much as I used to). Even with the choice of cordial and water, I am always reaching for the water. I guess that is a good thing.

Get the book Birthing from Within. It has some great breathing exercises.

Brain of J.Lo

pacifier wrote:

I'm only in the early stages of pregnancy (about seven weeks), but I have to watch my blood pressure. I have a kidney problem that causes me to lose blood and protein in my urine. It has no real effect on me at the moment because my kidneys still do their job ok, but I have to watch my blood pressure because high blood pressure can cause more damage to my kidneys. It is possible that I can live the rest of my life with this condition and have no real worries about it, but if it does get worse it can get very bad very quickly. So the doctor is paying close to my blood pressure at each visit. I'm hoping it won't be a problem because not only am I pregnant, but I'm trying to plan a wedding so I have a feeling my blood pressure is going to get a bit high sometimes.

I have been really thirsty since I have been pregnant, but I'm actually turned off of sweets to a great extent (I still have the occassional icecream, etc, but I don't desire it any where near as much as I used to). Even with the choice of cordial and water, I am always reaching for the water. I guess that is a good thing.

Prenatal yoga is good for relaxation as well.

genevieve

Brain of J.Lo wrote:

Prenatal yoga is good for relaxation as well.

Ive never done Yoga. But next tuesday Im going to try a drop in aquasize class at my gym. Ive never done that either but I hope I like it. I see myself being not as active as I get bigger. And its suposed to be not as high impact.

genevieve

So I got to see a placenta today.

I was at a class at the hospital and they had a placenta
from a woman who gave birht today. Neat for those
who arent squeemish.

Brain of J.Lo

genevieve wrote:

So I got to see a placenta today.

I was at a class at the hospital and they had a placenta
from a woman who gave birht today. Neat for those
who arent squeemish.

I've seen one on some birthing video I watched in my parenting class in high school. They aren't pretty, but it's amazing what those things do!

I was reading some prego magazine in the doc's office one day, and this woman had sent in a question concerning what the placenta was going to look like, because she was afraid she was going to be embarassed by it...lol. How vain can one be??

prism

Brain of J.Lo wrote:

I've seen one on some birthing video I watched in my parenting class in high school. They aren't pretty, but it's amazing what those things do!

I was reading some prego magazine in the doc's office one day, and this woman had sent in a question concerning what the placenta was going to look like, because she was afraid she was going to be embarassed by it...lol. How vain can one be??

does she think that she's gonna have to wear it around her neck?

Brain of J.Lo

prism wrote:

does she think that she's gonna have to wear it around her neck?

lol, apparently so.

There was another woman who was worried that she was going to make an ugly face while pushing.

genevieve

Wow.
Those really arent top of my
worries list on the big day...

Fighting Hellfish

To the pregnant ladies(including formerly pregnant)

Did any of you ladies have "retaining water" issues? if so, how did you deal? My wife, due in 3 1/2 weeks feels her feet and ankles have disappeared.

genevieve

Tons of water drinking is supposed to really help. 10 cups a day at least.

On the placenta thing, anyone ever heard of someone they know eating the placenta? Ive heard some hospitals will prepare a soup or stew. Or you can take it home and cook it up. I know some people take it home and plant a tree over it too.

Brain of J.Lo

Fighting Hellfish wrote:

To the pregnant ladies(including formerly pregnant)

Did any of you ladies have "retaining water" issues? if so, how did you deal? My wife, due in 3 1/2 weeks feels her feet and ankles have disappeared.

Yes, my lower legs/feet swell at the end of every day because I sit at a desk. It's very gross, but normal. Drinking tons of water, being careful about sodium intake and elevating her feet are really about the only things you can do. But it'll go away in the days after delivery.

Brain of J.Lo

genevieve wrote:

Tons of water drinking is supposed to really help. 10 cups a day at least.

On the placenta thing, anyone ever heard of someone they know eating the placenta? Ive heard some hospitals will prepare a soup or stew. Or you can take it home and cook it up. I know some people take it home and plant a tree over it too.

I've never heard of that in western culture, but I know it's customary some cultures.

charlotte28

ScreamingLemur wrote:

Hey, my daughter was born June 17th of last year.

...And my sister's bday is June 17th! Cograts to everyone expecting on here, I have a soon to be 7 year old but 4 friends and 2 cousins are having babies soon or have had them recetly and I'm itching for another one! Too bad I'm single :( Good luck and take care everyone!

CantKeepmedown

Fighting Hellfish wrote:

To the pregnant ladies(including formerly pregnant)

Did any of you ladies have "retaining water" issues? if so, how did you deal? My wife, due in 3 1/2 weeks feels her feet and ankles have disappeared.

my wife had to cut her work shoes down the side so she could fit into them. After that, it was sandals all the time. She had no ankles!

Fighting Hellfish

Thanks for all the advice. She's been drinking the water and elevating her feet. Her Dr just told her this week to cut out salt, and even to watch sweets, cause the sugar can be bad for that too

genevieve

CantKeepmedown wrote:

my wife had to cut her work shoes down the side so she could fit into them. After that, it was sandals all the time. She had no ankles!

Jeepers I hope I dont have to do that!
I try to put my feet up as often as possible.
I need to work on drinking more water myself.

Any tips on how to sneek it in during the day?