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    Moms-to-be Check In: Week of June 3

    Congratulations to you Anne! How wonderful and hello to the other ladies. I hope you have a successful and healthy pregnancy!! I am 31 weeks along with my second child. My daughter is 17 months and very active!! This pregnancy has gone by quick most likely since I am chasing after a...
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    Measuring Small at 5 months along

    Thank you Shopaholic!
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    Measuring Small at 5 months along

    Hi Ladies, I was told 4 weeks ago I was measuring fine but today was told the baby is very small. I was told I would need to have another ultrasound next week. I like my mid wife but she is very vague at times. I become nervous and then afraid to ask much more. I am curious as to how...
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    When do you steal time to work out?

    Hi Ladies, Great Subject!! I had to chime in. I am on the pregnancy forums these days since I am 7 months along with my second child. Since becoming a Mom now 17 months ago it has been more of a challenge. I decided the one way to make certain to fit exercise in is to get up early in...
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    Need Encouragement, Breastfeeding

    Thanks Lori!! I am happy you and your little guy are doing so well!! I looked at your pictures and he is so, so adorable!!! You look marvelous and a picture of complete health, radiant actually. It is Mom's like you that really give me the encouragement. I don't think I will let the...
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    Need Encouragement, Breastfeeding

    Ladies, Thank you all for responding. I sincerely appreciate reading all yoour posts. What I take away is that I should look into support at the hospital and locate a lactation consultant. It also seems the first month is the toughest. I will keep that in mind!! Now I have to come up...
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    Need Encouragement, Breastfeeding

    Hi Ladies, I thought I could use some advice. My second child is due in August. My daughter is 16 months old. When pregnant with Jennifer I was intent on nursing. I thought for sure I would for the first 6 months and if I could do one year, great. Well I felt like a failure when I...
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    Recommended Workouts for 2nd Trimester??

    Just a follow up to my last post and to respond to the question as to what other videos to use. I love Cathe but like I mentioned felt I start to work too hard. I don't like the feeling of my heart pounding, sweating when pregnant. My legs and arms have stayed tone from using my Quick...
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    Recommended Workouts for 2nd Trimester??

    Hi Ladies, I am 26 weeks along,this is my second pregnancy. I took advice months ago from another post. I was asking the same question as far as videos for the second trimester when Cathe's might become too hard as the pregnancy advances. I purchased and LOVE " The Perfect Pregnancy."...
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    TTC Check-In May 6

    Melanie, I check on you ladies trying to conceive since I was there not that long ago. I feel horrible for your work situation! Don't feel too guilty about not being able to get over/forgive. I am sure in time but now like you said you feel violated which inturn makes you feel very...
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    Jack has arrived!

    Congratulations Jean! Welcome to the World Jack!!! I Love his name. You will feel so much better in a few weeks or less!! You have to recover the next 6 weeks. I can relate to the asthma. I have been an asthmatic since I was 8 years old. So lousy. I am sure the pregnancy hormones...
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    Measuring Small at 5 months along

    Hi Ladies, Just a quick update. Thank you all for reassuring me. Pregnancy seems make me more anxious than normal!! I did see the mid wife this week ( monthly check up) and the baby is "measuring perfect." My belly seemed to pop a few days after being told I was small. The...
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    Ultrasound

    Thanks Erin for your well wishes. This is my second child due 8/10/07. My daughter will soon be 16 months old. We are having a ball with her . Great age and just so much fun. I work full time and plan on working up until the very end. Not looking forward to the last trimester in the heat...
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    Anyone tried Bare Minerals makeup?

    Hi Ladies, I am having great success with skin care products from DHC care. I love two products in particular one being the Velvet Skin Coat and the other is the Power Wash. It was not too expensive and you are able to choose samples prior and with ordering. I believe 4 samples are...
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    Ultrasound

    I am happy to hear all is well with you and your growing son. It is a great time for you and your family. I too have my second and last ultrasound today. We have chosen not to find out the gender this time either. Personally I find nothing better than the surprise at delivery. I have no...
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    Moms-to-be: Week of April 8

    Hi, I am 22 weeks along and now showing. I noticed this time around I am smaller. My daughter is 15 months old. I attribute this to lifting weights 4 days a week. I did mostly cardio and yoga the last time. My arms and legs are still toned but have noticed my upper thighs are getting...
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    Anyone tried Bare Minerals makeup?

    Sorry, I discouraged you! Try it and like Kathryn mentioned you could always return. I know if I get something in my head I want it so maybe you should try it and see if it's for you. It appears the negative reviews are few. Let us know please! Suzanne
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    Anyone tried Bare Minerals makeup?

    Hi There!! I am on the pregnancy forums these days but had to jump in. I agree with Donna 100%! I experienced the same thing which Donna mentions. It aged my skin which was pretty decent around my eyes, etc. I am 33 years old and it made me look older. I thought it was my imagine but...
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    afraid of pregnancy

    I too was worried about what pregnancy would do to my body. You already got the best advice from all the other ladies. I agree with everything mentioned. It would be sad for you not to experience pregnancy and motherhood in fear of the toll it may or may not take on your body. Like Lori...
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    False Positive

    Melanie, I was hesitant to post since you mentioned you were all set seeing it but... I really admire your postitive energy and attitude. I can tell through your posts you are a superb Mother and really love your three boys. It is obvious how much you enjoy being pregnant and all...
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