Hello Lexington FAMILY Magazine readers!
Time for a check-up! I went to the doctor Tuesday and low and behold, have only gained 6 pounds for my entire pregnancy! WOW! Ladies and gentleman, let me just inform you now--I am NOT the kind of person who only gains 6 pounds over six months. I can gain that in two days if I want to. So imagine my surprise when I got that news! I thought this whole time when I was being weighed and updated, that the pounds were between each visit, not total! My doctor actually said I should come and teach her other patients how to eat :P Her heart rate is great, as is mine, and apparently I look "fantastic on paper." Hope that means I do, not on paper..?
I've been trying to eat well, and walk when I can. Though I do have one complaint: my feet have been swelling slightly every once in a while. And my back hurts sometimes (but that's a bit normal for me). Has anyone tried those belly belts? I hear they're a lifesaver; but when I tried one on a few weeks ago, I didn't seem to notice a difference. Perhaps I need to wear one a few days to feel the benefits? What do you suggest? My sister-in-law in Missouri gets free prenatal massages; but when I checked into it, I was told I'd just have to see a general physical therapist for treatment--"Not the same thing" I've been told by other Mommys. Is there someone I can see or an affordable place anyone has gone to or heard about?
One thing I'm proud of myself for doing this week: scheduling our classes. I've signed Brian and I up for a 3-week Childbirth class, a Breastfeeding class, Breathing & Relaxation, and Baby Boot Camp. I think we're also registering for Infant CPR (though it's more for me since Brian deals with that in his job), as well as a Baby Signs class. The latter class is said to reduce frustration for you and your child, as well as *maybe* raise their IQ; and I loved taking Sign Language when I was in college. I like to pretend we'll be as ready and educated as we possibly can before this little "bundle of unknowingness" comes!
Other than being proactive and watching my health, I've been watching the SALES!!! It's official: I should no longer be allowed to go shopping by myself! :) I spent two days in Gymboree and the Children's Place at the mall. I then decided to go to Babies R Us for small hangers, since it's right by my house. $100 later, I walked out of the store with hangers, and two bags of clothes for next summer and fall. I figure I might as well get the deals now (everything's on Clearance) instead of paying full price when she needs it. Hopefully that theory will keep me ahead of the game!
Next on my list: Finding a Pediatrician and Registering!
Well, until next time, I'll keep you posted!
Karyn Potts
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4 comments:
I LOVE THE BELLY BELT!!! I was having extreme crampy pains under my belly whenever I moved for the last 2 months or so and it really did help me.
My friend Sharessa-- on baby 3-- goes to the Massage School on southland for prenatal massages... 30 bucks for an hour and they are supposedly amazing... i dunno.
I've also heard that the massage school is great and very affordable. There is also a massage place called, Massage Envy, it's in Hamburg, right at the very end of Sir Barton. They are doing this special for new clients, $39, for 50 minutes... couldn't hurt to try. Have you ever considered Accupuncture. I know, sounds scary but I hear it really works. For your clearance shopping, all my mommy friends shop at Old Navy. I've looked and they have awesome clothing on sale right now for summer. $2-5.00. 6-12 mo's for you,right?! :O)
Karyn, I am so impressed by all that you are doing to prepare for your little one! What a lucky little girl she is to have such conscientious, excited parents. Don't know much about the belt or massages........not something my generation even thought about. Good luck!
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