Gaining Baby Weight
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| Fri, 08-27-2004 - 5:15pm |
I hate how my clothes are getting tighter and soon I'll be shopping. I love to shop but not for bigger clothes. I can see a definite pooch forming, so I'm beginning to show at only 7 weeks. I'm not eating constantly either. Just normal meals and if I get a craving, I have it in moderation. I eat only if I'm hungry and only until I'm full and I take the time to enjoy each bite by chewing it thoroughly and not shoveling it in. I know this helps with multiple helpings. I never go back for more unless after taking my time I am still wanting another bite. I refuse to starve myself and it's not healthy anyway.
Now that my energy level is beginning to come back, I'm going back to the gym maybe tomorrow but most likely next week. I need to get a Pilates mat. I want to keep up my flexibility. On Tuesday, I see the doctor for blood work and then a week or less after that, we have the first ultrasound to see our baby. So think of us please.
Let's just hope when I go to the doctor that I don't find out I've gained like 10 pounds. I don't think I have. My clothes still fit, just a bit snug. Time to go looking for some elastic waisted stuff. I might find myself in more workout like pants. There are so many cute things out there in the stores with coordinating tops to wear. I can get away with that for a while. And it's so hot, I'll need shorts for at least another 2-2.5 months or longer.
I guess this weekend since D is at his Gammaw and Paw Paw's I'll shop some.
Hugs to you all!
Mel
and baby #2 due 4/16/05

Go check out Old Navy's Maternity section.
Kim
As far as names, we have them already. The boy's name is a little bit of a challenge since we're not sure which part is the middle name and which is the first. They sound good switched either way. But my girl's name is done.
Anyone wanna know?
Mel
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Did you know that Express also has cute clothing that can be bought in a large size for the pregnant days? They are cute and cheap - I bought quite a few fun dresses there and so did a lot of my friends.
Regarding your post on weight - as long as you don't consume a lot of energy-dense foods (rich in sugar and fat) then you are okay, especially if you can get a little exercise each day. I found smoothies to be a big help when I had a sweet tooth - I would make those from fruit and skim milk and they were a better choice than ice cream or cookies!!
This is so much fun to hear your stories.
Have you told Dylan yet? Or are you going to wait a bit?
For a boy, it's either William Wyatt or Wyatt William. Either way, he's Wyatt. I think I am partial to putting it in as the middle name even if we are calling him that full time.
Shane's name is not Shane. It's his middle name. He's also a William and so was his dad, who went by Bill.
For a girl, it's Emily Cristine. Emily after my great-grandmother and Cristine after the fact that my parents originally were going to name me Christine Michelle. I just will spell it without the "H".
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Mel
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Hey we have the same due date -- well I think - I go for ultrasound on Wednesday to find out for sure. I also have been squeezing into my jeans in the past week and I hate it! Love the names you picked out and very happy for you! Email me if you want to chat about preg or anything - we can compare notes and sypmathize with eachothers pains (wink)
Congrats on #2
Its kinda #2 for me I had twins first time so this will be my second pregnancy --its been 10 YEARS and Im finding Im learning it all new again.
But since Shane's name is not Shane and is his middle name, I think you should follow suit for Wyatt - use William Wyatt.
Good job!! And cheers to Dylan - children are so smart.
Judy
That's so cool that we're expecting the same time. I just found out you were expecting, but I had no idea when. I'd love to chat about our issues with ya. We can email and I also go to the April 2005 Expecting Board in ParentsPlace here in iVillage. I love that board! Lot's a familiar stories since we are all expecting at the same time. Come join us there too.
Feel free to email me at:
mel1973@cox-internet.com
I know we have a lot to talk about!
Mel
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Dylan is really excited. He's been so gentle and sweet with me. If I don't feel well, he comes over and lies next to me and rubs my arm or face and says, "It's okay mommy. I'll take good care of you." He's so precious! He's so serious about it too. Like he can do it all for me.
Thanks for the advice. I think I will go that route. It just makes more sense.
Mel
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And the fun begins.... :)
It'll all be ok Mel! You'll look adorable.