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Had my 38 week check up yesterday. Zero dilation. I was a little bummed but I know that mister-sister will come when ready so I'm going to enjoy these last few days/weeks of this special time. I'm going to miss being pregnant but I also can't wait to meet our little one. Yesterday I received...

Hi Beauty! Give yourself a break! Listen to your body...sounds like it needs some time off. Take advantage of the rest period and use it to relax, spend some quiet time to yourself and rejuvenate. Sometimes exercising during a sluggish period can help and other times it just makes it...

Hi Emilia!! Congratulations and welcome! My husband and I are expecting our 1st in the next 10 days! Someone from this website suggested the website www.stornet.com - which I love. It gives you a week-by-week "play" of your pregnancy. My husband enjoys www.paternityangel.com - which also...

Hey Jennifer Ann! I had to respond partly because my name is Jennifer Ann (Lundeen) Dixon. Anyhoo...I'm a certified instructor and pretty much reiterate what everyone else has said. However, bodies respond differently. My professional concern with the BFL program is exercising on an empty...

O.K. - I'm FINALLY dreaming about birth. Only took me 37 weeks - go figure! Last night I dreamt I lost my plug and my bed wasn't yet made (this, I think, is an issue because I'm delivering at home). Haven't seen the baby yet but I must say, I said to my husband yesterday that I feel like all...

Thanks for the replies! I'm actually telling the story now in tears of laughter. What has also surprised me is that my mom, who is a pediatric nurse practitioner, has been trying to explain to me why the doctor did this (e.g. because some woman aren't "big" enough and just need a c-section)...

Baby doll tees, tank tops, regular tees, sweat towels...it's all good!! jeni

I'm back O.K. - now I have to say, that had I seen I doctor that I'd already visited with, this would have been a very different experience. It's as if someone knew that it had to be memorable! First I waited 1 1/2 hours - never happened before. Second, while waiting in an exam room, I was...

Hey Patty! Tough area to work - you are not alone...For myself (in my own workouts - not classes I teach), I find doing reverse curls with legs straight with a slight bend to knee on a bench on an incline did wonders. This is an ADVANCED move and you would need to use your arms to hold onto...

Well, I started 37 weeks on Sunday and have my first internal exam. I don't know what to expect. I don't know if I'll cry or by happy if I'm not dilated! Plus, I'm having it with a male doctor - which thrills me very little - but I'm sure he's very nice. Plus, it's the first of all my visits...

RE: Very, very exciting! :) I'm getting solid sleep between pottey-trips;) You know, I used to teach pre/post-natal classes years ago but, not surprisingly, this would be the only time I'd teach and had a kid myself. Still, Sheila's certification sounds like such a great program that should...

Hey beets! Sheila's website is www.healthymomsfitness.com. She posts when they do offer certifications but I missed the one in Chicago last December. I e-mailed her and she said that I can take it as a home study for the same price but would not get CECs for it. It sorta bummed me out, and...

You Rock! Susan, keep on keepin' on! Sounds like you are just what the doctor ordered for small town Maine. Don't let'em drag you down! You just rock! I can't believe all you do but once those other mommies see how much better off you are physically, they're gonna what "in" on the secret...

Well I just had to post because the three birth announcements have me so excited. I'm due with my first 9/9 and can't wait. I think I have dropped but I'm not sure. I just know I feel what is supposed to be the babies head lower than before. Lots of low-back pain and can't walk nearly as...

Congratulations! You inspire me and give me hope! It's so nice to hear the joy amidst the "gory" details. So glad you took the time to let us in on your happiness! Take care!! jeni

Congratulations Erica and Kelly! I'll chant the sleep mantra for you to help get you all back on track! jeni

Congratulations! Less than a week later and already walking 10-15! You are a true inspiration! Enjoy this time with Kimberley Danielle and keep us posted as to her progress too! jeni

Marci I was so happy to read your post today! I know what it's like to feel like you can't talk to your spouse, but occasionally they surprise us! I think that even if he responded negatively you would have felt some personal relief with have spoken your thoughts and feelings to him. I just...

RE: Speaking of Creases! Cathe, this is too funny. The reason I became so "concerned" about bathing is that when my husband and I baby-sat my then 6 month old niece, he was holding her and said she smelled of baby and some kind of "funk". I remembered my other sister in law talking about...

You all have been so helpful. I have a doctor's visit this week and will be sure to ask my practitioner for insight as well. Looks like a trip to Barnes and Noble is in order! Mogambo - the shower idea appeals to me a lot. All this talk gets me so excited to actually have the little bundle...