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Hi jeffsmom. I am 26 weeks pregnant and started using an incline bench at 14 weeks. I think I would be ok on a flat board, but would rather be safe than sorry and go with the Dr.Clapp"s, Sheila"s, etc.... advice. I have not had to lower any of my upper body weight load yet and hope to continue...

Hi Erica, I think that they say to lower your step to 4" for more balance and safety reasons rather than from an exertion standpoint (of course, I'm not an expert.). I would say to listen to your body and stop anything that causes discomfort. I'm 17 weeks pregnant and plan on keeping my step...

Hi bridge. I hope you are feeling better today! Hopefully it won't be lasting too much longer. When my husband and I told our girls , we said "Guess what? You guys are going to be big sisters!". My 8 year old got it right away and started clapping her hands. My 5 year old said, "But how can...

Oops. I get ahead of myself. My younger daughter also is 5 almost 6. It's the pregnancy forgetful hormones!! Becky

Hi bridge. Congratulations on your pregnancy. That's very exciting. We are in very similar situations. I'm 33 and 16 weeks pregnant with my 3rd. I have two daughters, 8 and 6. My older daughter, also is the mothering kind and feels this is her baby. My younger daughter in just thrilled to...

Congratulations!!! That's wonderful news. I am 16 weeks pregnant, due in October. My older daughter will be 9 in October, so we are in similar boats ( I also have a 5 year old daughter who will be 6 in November.). I think it will be exciting having them this far apart. My kids are thrilled...

Hi Cathe, Congratulations again. Your boys are beautiful! Don't worry about us - just take time and get as much sleep as possible! Take care, Becky

I, too, get numb feet during cardio. Like the others who have responded, relacing and loosening the laces has worked wonders. I also have orthodics that I wear in my workout shoes. They help a lot, too. Good luck! Becky

Hang in there Susan. You're on the home stretch!!! But I know , the last month is the worst. Labor vibes are being sent your way. Becky

This is a great thread Fitnik! 1) My name is Becky and I'm 33. I've been married to my dh for 10 1/2 years. 2) I live in Indianapolis, Indiana. 3) I've been a Cathe fan since 1994. She helped me get back in shape after my first daughter and has helped me keep my shape! 4) My favorite...

Hi bridge I'm due on Oct.14 (my older daughter's b-day!). When are you due again? How are your girls taking the news? Becky

Hi Fitnik I'm so sorry that you are experiencing so much negativity about your pregnancy! Having a baby is one of the most exciting and miraculous things on earth. I, too, have had to deal with some negativity with this pregnancy. When I first told my mother that I was pregnant, she said,"But...

Hi again everyone. Well, I broke down today and called my doctor to see what she would say about self tanners. She said that it was safe to use. But bridge, you have a great point. I'm going to ask my pharmacist what he thinks. Always better safe than sorry! Thanks for all of your input...

Hi everyone. I was wondering if it is safe to use self-tanners while pregnant. Has anyone heard anything about this? Thanks! Becky.

Congratulations Cathe!!! This is so exciting for you and your family. I am so happy for you. Can't wait to see pics of baby Kyle! Becky.

Congratulations. I'm glad that you are both healthy. Girls are so much fun (I have 2). What a joy for you.

Wow! Are the Dr.Clapp books already gone? I ordered mine on Amazon right afer I found out I was pregnant. They weren't available at that time (very end of January), but I pre-ordered a copy and received mine during the second or third week of February. Hopefully they will hurry up and get...

Hi kellib! I was actually able to order the new edition of Dr. Clapp's book on Amazon.com. I think I received it about three or four weeks ago. It is amazing and extremely helpful. I would certainly recommend it. I would also recommend , like a many others, Brigitta Gallo's book, "Expecting...

Thanks for all of your well wishes. Very much appreciated! Bridge, my fingers are crossed for you and your family. You know what? I'm also more excited for this one too. I think it's because with my first I didn't know what was going on! And with my second, I was too preoccupied with a...

Cathe, you look wonderful and so happy. Eric is adorable! He will be a great big brother. It won't be long before you all are cuddling your new baby! Take care. Becky.