New Mommy

[rebelmommy07]

I just found out that I am pregnant. I was pregnant about 5 years ago but had a miscarriage at 1 month. I didn't even know I was pregnant. But this time I know for sure. I am about 3 weeks. This is my husband and my first. I am not sure what to expect. Can anyone offer any words of wisdom please?

 

[Donald is #1]

Congratulations!!!!!

 

[Adam1217]

Congratulations!!!!!

 

[manda40475]

Congratulations! I am currently pregnant with #3...due any day now. I'm not sure what kinds of words of wisdom you are looking for as there is SOOOO much to being a mother or new parent. Just try to take it as easy as possible during the next 9 months. Be sure and take the time for you and dh as well because you won't be able to do all of the things you previously enjoyed after the baby gets here! Good luck!

 

[love~disney]

Congrats!!!!!

 

[tacomaranch]

Yeah! A new baby will come into the world and go to Disney! I am so happy for you and take good care of yourself!~

 

[amytx5]

my ADvice would be ..Drink plenty of water /fluids in your first 3 mths. Getting dehydrated stinks ....
And You never know how much your heart can expand until you see your baby for the 1st time. I thought that my heart would explode....
Best Wishes
Congratulations !!!!

 

[MousekaMaddi]

soooooooooooooooooooooo happy 4 U. We tried 17 yrs to get our DD4 and it is truly love at first sight.!
advice.......dont pick up ANYTHING even remotely heavy, NO laundry baskets, at all, seriously, no full grocery bags,truly, sit back and be pampered,she will be so worth the wait!

 

[mom_of_5]

Words of Wisdom. Well here goes:
1. Remeber morning sickness will usually start at about 5-6weeks and end around 14, you will feel so much better after that!
2. Second trimester is the best no sickness, lots of energy and not too big yet, do all your nursery planning/decorating then. Pick out all you shower gifts then as well. Take any last minute trips ie. Disney trips then, after 3rd trimester starts you will not want to be walking that much.
3. Third timester, takes lots of naps, whenever and wherever you can. Get a nice pregnancy all day spa treatment towards the end that includes a great foot massage and pedicure. Having pretty feet to look at while pushing helps!
Most importantly have a wonderful time enjoying this pregnancy, it is such a special time in your lives, Congratulations!

 

[Hoosier Mom]

We had two miscarriages both at 8 weeks along. On the third pregnancy, I had similar symptoms at about 8 weeks. My heart sank. But all was well! It was a rough pregnancy, but at 38 weeks delivered a bouncing baby 5 pound boy!

My advice is know that the first 2-3 weeks as a new mother are a bit of a shock. No one shared that with me. I thought life as I knew it was ruined! Ha! We sort of fell into a routine and by 5 months old, we were old pros! He's 18 months old and we leave for Disney in 2 weeks. First vacation in 2 years.

Congratulations!!

 

[wrighter]

I'll save my words of "mom" wisdom for when your new arrival debuts . . .

My words of advice for your new pregnancy are this: just try to roll with it. It is so easy to be overwhelmed, especially considering your previous loss. Remember that this will be a long, frustrating, delicious, exciting, fretful, crazy wait - and you should enjoy every single minute of it. Enjoy each day, and take it one day at a time. Before you know it your baby will be in your arms and your pregnancy will seem like a dream. Capture it and take it all in.

Congratulations - motherhood is a hoot!

 

[helenm29]

CONGRATULATIONS! it's really a wonderful thing being pregnant...just wait 'till you feal the baby start moving around! It's the most AMAZING thing! Hope you aren't "morning sick" (I STILL don't know why they call it that, I had it day and night...EVERY DAY!) You just remember to take it easy for a while O.K? we'll send you some Pixie Dust to help you along! Helen

 

[ProudMomTo3Boys]

Congratulations!!!!!! I have 3 and all I can say is I was really tired the first trimester, so if you can nap, then nap, the dishes, laundry, and anything else will still be there when you wake up. Take care of you, so that your body can take care of the little one inside. Also enjoy your pregnancy, I know I did, I tried not to look at the negatives but all the positives about it. Good luck!!!

 

[Missy Mouse]

I just found out that I am pregnant. I was pregnant about 5 years ago but had a miscarriage at 1 month. I didn't even know I was pregnant. But this time I know for sure. I am about 3 weeks. This is my husband and my first. I am not sure what to expect. Can anyone offer any words of wisdom please?

Yes.
1)lemon drops, peppermint and chamomile will be your best friends for the next three months, as will saltines. Stock up!
2)Go with your body, it's feeling certain ways for a reason.
3)Eat small meals frequently, and SLEEP when you feel tired. Don't overdo it. 4)You're going to feel aches and pains. You may even feel like your period is about to show at any moment.
5) Symptoms are going to fade in and out for the next few months. Don't poke your ****s bruised making sure they're still sore Around 8 weeks you may notice a definite decrease in symptoms. This is normal as your progresterone and HCG levels are beginning to level off. The symptoms may or may not pick up again in the beginning of the second trimester.
6) There's no such thing as morning sickness. It's a bold faced lie. It's more like all day sickness. Or even evening sickness. But I guarantee, you will feel sick at many other times than just morning!
7) Congratulations and try to relax. Unless there's a genetic reason behind it, you have no more increased chance of another miscarriage than any other newly pregnant woman. My specialty is in OBGYN nursing, and I'm hoping to go on to a OBGYN physician fellowship...so I'm not just trying to make you feel better.

 

[sdoll]

Congratualtions!!! Are you ready to love someone more than you ever thought possible??? I can't even imagine how to put into words how much you will LOVE your baby. My son has been the best thing that has ever happened to us. One of the things I loved the most was how much it changed my already awesome husband. I think I fell more in love with him too. It makes my day just watching the two of them together. My husband has taught my sone to say "I love you" so now when ever I say "I love you" to my son he say's " Dada. It melts my heart. I would not change one thing about how our life has changed since having our son. (except the fact that I work ful time) He is also the reason we fell in love with WDW. We did not want to go someplace crazy when I was pregant so we thought WDW. We are going on our third trip in 18 months next week. Congrats enjoy every moment.

 

[Alex2kMommy]

I agree with snacking often! Have on hand healthy foods that are quick snacks, ready to go. I used to get suddenly really hungry, and if I didn't eat right then, a few minutes later I felt really nauseous. I lived on crackers and Cheerios for the first few months, and drank GALLONS of milk.

Drinking lots of water is very important, both during pregnancy and after birth if you are nursing, so get into the habit of keeping a water bottle handy. I had this enormous one that I kept on my desk filled with ice and cold water, and refilled 2 or 3 times a day. Don't wait to drink when you're thirsty, just sip it whenever you think of it. (I'd drink a whole bunch after going to the bathroom, which if course I did a LOT!)

Enjoy this time. I so loved being pregnant, it's so amazing bringing another person into this world.

 

[Hoosier Mom]

Don't worry if you don't have morning sickness. I never did.

I seemed to eat a lot of peanut butter and cheese, but maybe because I had gestational diabetes starting at 13 weeks so I couldn't have sweets.

Ditto on drinking lots of ice water.

I also remember thinking something was wrong because our baby didn't move much. I guess he was just a quiet baby. I ended up having to count movements and have the non-stress tests routinely. All was fine. Our quiet baby more than makes up for it now!

Enjoy this special time!!

 

[DisneyFairy19]

CONGRATULATIONS... I wish you all the best

 

[rebelmommy07]

Oh Thank God!!!! I really need to talk to you! It is Monday and I have a doc appointment in the morning. I went to the bathroom earlier and was spotting. Not a lot, just a bit. Light pinkish looking and stopped as quickly as it started. Everything I have looked up and everyone else I have talked to says that this is normal in the first 6 weeks. I am not in any pain. I am just panicked b/c I don't want to do anything wrong.

 

[rebelmommy07]

I have a question that I have IMed to a few but now would like a group census. I started spotting earlier today but not a lot. Just a little bit that was light pinkish and stopped as quickly as it started. I have a doc appointment in the morning, but I am just really worried. Everything I have read and everyone I have talked to says that this is normal in the first 6 weeks. Can anyone help me calm down and know that my baby and myself are OK?