ooking for a mom2b buddy

[DSTMOM2B]

I am looking for an expecting Mom to talk to about the whole process. This is my 1st baby and all the Expecting Mom message boards are mostly white and nobody wanted to talk with me. I knew I would find a friend in Delta. If anybody out there is expecting or has information for a first time Mom then let me know.

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[silent1]

I just had my second child in february. The first thing I would like to tell you is get an epidural during your delivery if all is possible. My first child I did not get one and my labor was very painful. My second child I got one and it was smooth sailing. What would you like to know? Oh by the way how far along are you.

[mccoyred]

Congratulations on your pregnancy, Soror. This is truly an exciting time in your life.

I already have two children so I am not expecting but I do have some advice. READ all you can. 'What to Expect When You Are Expecting' is a great resource; many health plans provide this a part of their expectant mother's program.

If you decide to breastfeed, I will be happy to offer some advice and answer any questions you have about the process. I breastfed both my children and would highly recommend it. My email addy is in my profile.

Good Luck!

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MCCOYRED
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[korkscru]

Hello Sisterfriend and CONGRADULATIONS on your up and coming arrival!!!!! I'm not expecting, however I am the mother of two children (ages 7 yrs. and 22 months). I agree with Mccoyred that you should read, read, read, read and talk with your OB/GYN about ANY and ALL concerns that you may have. My experiences with pregnancy were both good and not so good. With my daughter, I was younger (23), my body was in better shape. I was in labor for 6 hrs. (that's relatively short compared to some labors), no epidural, regular vaginal birth. Now my second pregnancy wasn't so easy. I was almost 30 yrs old, my body didn't take the stress and pain as well. I had an epidural and even with that I ended up having a C-section. I don't want to scare you. Every pregnancy and delivery is different so don't assume that yours will be like anyone else's. What I will say is that IT IS CERTAINLY AN EXPERIENCE. Nonetheless, one that should be cherished because many women are not able to have their own children. BE BLESSED!!!

[DSTMOM2B]

Wow, I just wanted to say thank you for responding, I was beginning to think nobody wanted to talk to me. I really appreciate the messages and I will look into the books, I did my a book that gives information week by week. I have logged on to Babycenter.com which was featured by the hospital I will be delivering in and I have also logged on with iVillage.com, but there is nothing like speaking with an actual mother or mother to be. I welcome all advice and suggestions and ideas. I just pray that everything goes well with me and the "Little Delta Diva". I am only 7 weeks so i don't know if the baby a prospective Delta or Que yet. I am realllly glad that you took time to write me and give me advice.
Thank you once again and I hope to speak with you later.

P.S. What about easing this all day morning sickness?

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[HopefulProspective]

Originally posted by DSTMOM2B:

P.S. What about easing this all day morning sickness?

Been there done that...

The best way I eased all day morning sickness was to eat something dry. I ate multigrain saltines and drunk a lot of water. Oh, and I could never let my tummy get empty. That spelled disaster. Only time ended the morning sickness, but this helped out quite a bit.

[korkscru]

Girlfriend, you're only 7 weeks into this pregnancy. Believe me, the complaints are only BEGINNING. I agree that eating light often helps with the morning sickness. My morning sickness lasted until I was 5 months (for BOTH of my pregnancies). You've got a lot to look forward to in conjunction with morning sickness. For example: Heartburn, insomnia or sleeping TOO much, bladder control, weight gain, swelling, skin discoloration, fatigue---and this stuff is no joke. On top of that, you are going to haveto deal with the baby growing and that means putting up with the kicks, hiccups, arm stretches, etc. It's wonderful and amazing. When you think about it, having a baby is a miracle in itself. As for AFTERWARDS, that's a bridge that you'll need to cross when you come to it. But as for now, just enjoy. Believe me when I say that the EASY part is being pregnant and delivering your baby. The HARD part will be raising him/her. And please, please, please don't forget to ask GOD to help you with this from beginning to end. You're going to be fine. I am looking forward to your posts on this forum as you go through your pregnancy. BE BLESSED SISTERFRIEND AND LITTLE ONE.

[Reds6]

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P.S. What about easing this all day morning sickness?

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Congraulations Soror, I have a four year old and time goes fast. My first advice to you is epidural, epidural, epidural!
As far as morning sickness try motion bands you can get them at any drug store. They really helped me when nothing else helped. Also towards the end of my morning sickness watermelon helped. The nurses kept telling me crackers, but I told them that would be all well in good if I could keep the *bleeping* crackers down. Good Luck!

PS. By the way Sorors this is Reds695

[HopefulProspective]

Congratulations!!

I am expecting my second son in June. My first pregnancy, I was in labor for about 2 hr, and ended up having an emergency c-section. My son was in distress, so I did not have to go through labor. But the healing for a c-secion is no picnic. I tried to breastfeed, but since he weighed over 8lbs along with a 6in incision made it to difficult. Hopefully, I will be able to have my second naturally. I would rather go through labor and heal faster than another c-section.

The advise I can give is to read! I agree with McCoyRed that a great resource is "What to Expect When You are Expecting." It is a great resource. It lets you know what your body is going through and what to expect. Also, I have been blessed with a wonderful doctor. I can ask him anything and he makes sure that I understand everything that is going on. He is the type of doctor that doesn't leave ANYTHING up to chance. For example, I am almost 8 months and I have already had 5 ultrasounds and have at least 2 more scheduled before my son's birth.

Be Blessed!!!

[DSTMOM2B]

Thank you for the advice, it really feels good to talk to someone else or than my "first-time-father" husband. I have been sipping on Ginger Ale and it seems to be helping. I will make a point to ask for an extra Epidural dosage. I also like the idea of the watermelon(that's my favorite fruit), I will give that a try. I am praying for a health baby and an easy pregnancy and not to hurt my husband who just said something about my cooking. I will keep you posted on the three of us. Don't be alarm if I fail to mention the husband, I my have to gag him from time to time. Just a little wife humor.

[Conspiracy2]

Greetings Soror and CONGRATULATIONS!
I have not had any children yet, however 3 of my sands have just had their first child. I see that 2 of them are located in Birmingham and they love reaching out to their Sorors! If you would like their email addresses (they aren't a part of this board) then email me and let me know! My email address is in my profile!

[Conspiracy2]

Soror....I accidently deleted your email address...please send it to me again so I can email you the address of my sands who are in your area.

[Kaydphia]

Hello to all, I have a question. What is a good time to start having a child? I don't want to wait until I am 30 to have a family. I am a boyfriend but he says that he is not ready for for kids yet, he wants to wait til we graduate and get married. Which is cool, but that will be in two years and we will still be kinda young. Is there ever a good time to have a child?
Kay