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Hi Cathe, I second the thank you to Gina (jcrew). She even sent thank you notes to those who donated. I am glad that Jon was there with you when you opened it. You have touched the life of so many of us in so many different ways. We all love you! Sheila Sheila S. Watkin, MLSci...

Hi Sandra, I am right there with you. It happened to me too. 15 months later we were blessed with a very healthy baby boy. Here is a big hug for you. We are all here if you need to "talk." It is so nice to have this big "forum family." Keep in touch. Take care of yourself...

Let's agree to the fact that everyone has their own opinion....... OK everyone, we have strayed away from the original question. We all have our opinions about this question, including me. I had my babies at 40 and 43, so you know where I stand. Let's just agree that we all have our opinions...

Hi Lisa, I am the moderator of the prenatal forum, but always take a look at the other forum questions as well. I am also a master trainer for the Resistaball company, the industry leader in stability ball education for fitness professionals. I would suggest that you check out the...

C-shaped push-back Instructions “C–Shape Pushback” (pressing into the Resistaball which is anchored by the wall) Note: Start by leaning back into the Resistaball. Curl the upper body into a “C– Shape” by pushing into the ball with lower back (i.e. contracting abdominals). Imagine “giving...

My heart goes out to you and your husband right now. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you both. Take care of yourself. Your "cyberfamily" is here for you if and when you need us. Sheila Sheila S. Watkins, MLSci. Founder and National Program Director Healthy...

RE: HELP!! What to do with all this water retention...... Hi Jen, Can you get to a pool? The water is a great way of helping you deal with water retention. The pressure of the water actually pushes the fluid back out of the tissues and into your vascular system so that it can be excreted...

Hi there, If this continues, I would not wait until your next OB appointment to contact your caregiver. My advice would be to give them a call just to be on the safe side. Keep us posted, Sheila Sheila S. Watkins, MLSci. Founder and National Program Director Healthy Moms(R)...

Hello all, I was trying to revise my response to the question regarding when to start swimming after delivery. Here is my answer: My apologies to Shammy! Hello there, You should not go swimming as long as you are bleeding. Once your lochia (bloody discharge after birth) has gone, you...

Hello there, I am the moderator of this forum, along with Cathe. I just wanted to give you the latest research regarding heartrate monitoring during pregnancy. In 1994 ACOG (the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology) came out with the first revised guidelines for prenatal exercise...

Hello there, There is a wonderful book out there titled "Before Your Pregnancy: A 90 Day Guide for Couples on How to Prepare for a Healthy Conception" by Lisa Mazzullo and Amy Ogle. I am sure that you could get it at your local book store or on Amazon.com. Good luck! Sheila...

Hello, Just want to send you a big "cyberhug." I too know what it feels like. I miscarried at 14 weeks. I later became pregnant and delivered a healthy little boy. I am so glad that you turned to us here on the forum for support. I am very proud to be associated with such a caring...

Hi Tricia, Yes, this is an absolutely normal response. You are right about your hormones being in an uproar during this time. Your feelings are experienced by many women under the same circumstances. This too will pass. Sheila S. Watkins, MLSci. Founder and National Program Director...

Hello Shopaholic, Medical advice does vary these days with regard to resuming exercise postpartum. Some still advocate the "six week rule," but others go on the "listen to your body rule." In my opinion, you are fine. If your bleeding had returned to bright red, that would be a red flag...

Hello there, I can tell you that I have never heard any justification for these general guidelines. Now, if you were seeing an infertility specialist after trying for some time to get pregnant, then maybe I could possibly see some logic in the statement. Seems to me that this is just...

I too would have been interested in your nurse's reasoning. Just wanted to add my two cents in..... I usually tell clients that they can maintain their modes of cardio (intensity and impact) if: 1) They can do so with their kegels engaged. That means with your pelvic floor contracted...

RE: Not pregnant but have question for a friend........... Hello there, Has your friend been pregnant before? Many women experience the effects of the hormone relaxin earlier in subsequent pregnancies than they did with prior ones. If your friend's joint pain is limiting her ability to...

MSJ, You might be more comfortable doing your abs in the incline position on a Resistaball. You could easily vary your degree of incline depending on how you feel that day. Keep us posted. You'll have that baby in your arms before you know it. Take care, Sheila Sheila S...

Hi Kathy, This question is a very popular one on this forum so here is the scoop... If your goal is to remove all the potential forces of gravity (i.e. potential weight of the baby, uterus, etc.) off the vena cava (blood vessel that brings blood from the lower extremities back to the...

Hi there, Just to be on the safe side, I would call your caregiver and voice your concerns. Then let he or she decide if you should be seen earlier than Thursday. Each baby has its own characteristic pattern of movement and if that characteristic pattern changes in any way, it warrants a...