Health & Exercise

5K ideas

Aggiewife22 — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:08:50 GMT

I'm setting up a fundraiser 5K and I want it to be fun and something that will set it apart from other runs. What are some ideas that you guys can think of that would be fun for a 5K? It's to support the National Alopecia Areata Foundation and its going to be called the Tortoise and the Hair run/walk and I was thinking of everyone wearing crazy wigs or hats. That's my only idea so far. TIA

Baby Trend Expedition vs City Mini GT

ave1012 — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:46:15 GMT

I had posted this on Toddlers 12-24 months also. I am trying to decided on a stroller to use outdoors. Both strollers seem nice and obviously there is significant price difference. I wondering if anyone has any input on either one. Is this your everyday stroller as well or do you have another stroller that you use. Thanks for any help.

Running @ 20 weeks

roo1oo — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:05:23 GMT

I love running, have been running all through my pregnancy with my doctors clearance. I even did a 10 mile run at 14 weeks.

But now at 20 weeks, I cannot run more than 10 minutes without needing to pee, and any distance over a 5k is downright hard. So much for my usual 5k route! Also, my pace is atrocious. I walk 1/4 mile for every mile I run. I get leg/back cramps for the first 2 miles, then everything loosens up, but by then I'm about done with my workout anyway.

I know all this is normal but it's disappointing to see all this effort I put into improving my pace/distance just disappearing. I just don't know how I can continue to run much longer.

How far into your pregnancy did you run? Any tips for me?

Post partum weight loss

AMJ6511 — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:27:29 GMT

I had my baby girl three weeks ago today. In the first week and a half I was home, I lost 30 pounds of the 60 that I gained. Now, it seems like my weight loss has stalled. What would cause this? I'm BF-ing, so I thought I would still continue to lose weight. What could be causing this stall in my progress?

Early Pregnancy and horseback riding?

KristinNP — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:42:39 GMT

I'm going to the doctor tomorrow to confirm the positive HPT I received today as I had a chemical pregnancy last month but I wanted to know everyone's opinion on this type of physical exercise and early pregnancy? I am probably only about 4-6 weeks, very early. I only ride a few times a month but was wondering from a safety standpoint whether I can keep riding? I've read wildly different things on the internet from absolutely not, to as long as you feel comfortable. Seems that perhaps the first trimester is ok due to where the fetus is sitting and then not so much afterwards in case of a fall. But not sure if the motion itself is jarring or harmful? Anyone have experience in this area or with that type of intensive exercise while pregnant? My heartrate and breathing get quite elevated while riding so I'm not sure what type of exercise that could be comparable to and I don't do any others current haha. Any guidance would be great as I am due to go next week.

Start running again?

keg79380 — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:30:47 GMT

Im 12 weeks along and I'm curious if it would be safe to start running/jogging again after I haven't done it in a month and a half to two months. I know you aren't supposed to be starting anything new, but I wasn't sure if that amount of time off would apply or not?

naproxen and breastfeeding

vagrl — Wed, 22 May 2013 02:36:35 GMT

i have been prescribed naproxen 550 2xday for 6-8 weeks. ( I have chronic hip/back problems from my 2 pregnancies.) My dr says Naproxen is fine for breastfeeding. The ped says it can be a concern if it's taken long term.

I went back and asked my dr again and she still said it was fine. sigh.

i'm not sure who to believe. i'm not ready to stop breastfeeding but i have put off treating these issues for close to three years at this point. i'm thinking of taking it for 2 weeks to see if i get any relief and then stopping for now.

anyone have experience with taking naproxen while bfing? My LO is 7 months and eating 3 meals a day so he's not a newborn.

Daily check-in interest?

PennyLane26 — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:40:25 GMT

Hi all!

Looking to see if there is any interest in a daily check in for meal plans and exercise. There used to be a check in on the nest and I loved the accountability. Plus it was a good way to check out healthy meal options others had though of first!

Here's what a checkin might look like (on a good day!):

Breakfast: 1 eggs & toast w/pb

Snack 1: crackers & cheese

Lunch: turkey sandwich & strawberries

Snack 2: yogurt

Dinner: chicken tacos, 2 cookies

Exercise: 2 mile run

If you're interested leave your user name and where you are in your baby timeline (ie: TTC, Pregnant, Post Partum, Mommy to ____ , etc)

if there is any interest I'd be happy to post Monday through Friday :)

How Many Meals?

krysbb521 — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:48:12 GMT

How many meals do you eat a day? 3 or 5/6 smaller ones?

Thinking about switching to the 5/6 smaller ones, I've always heard this was better because it keeps your metabolism up. Thoughts?

More than the recommended amount?

trudibell — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:34:11 GMT

Has anyone here gained more than the recommended amount and successfully lost the baby weight afterwards? This morning I hit the 35 pound mark and I still have three weeks to go - everything I've read says if you gain more than the recommended amount it's a lot harder to lose baby weight so it's got me a little worried. Thanks!

Sciatic Nerve Pain

millican11 — Mon, 20 May 2013 03:07:26 GMT

My wife is 14 weeks pregnant and has recently started experiencing moderate to severe nerve pain in her back, legs, and feet. Research has lead us to believe that the pain is due to pressure being put on the sciatic nerve by the developing baby. My wife is a type 1 diabetic and is very limited on what she can take for pain relief during pregnancy. Even Tylenol causes crazy spikes on her continuous glucose monitor. With that said, do any of you have recommendations for pain relief in this situation? The only relief we've found so far is from a heating pad. However, she can't take this everywhere she goes ... and we've even read that ice may be better than heat. This is a new symptom for her and I'm looking for guidance/advice from people who have been there and done that. Please help...

BF friendly exercise routine

ANA6 — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:33:30 GMT

I am looking at losing around 74 pounds roughly to get rid of the baby weight. I need Breastfeeding friendly routine. Anyone have any tips or would share their routine.

How do I start eating more clean?

sunflwr2 — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:22:26 GMT

I want to create a more clean eating routine for my family. Particularly because I want my 18 month old daughter to develop healthy habits now. But dh and I are so far from it that I really don't know where to start. My first priority is shopping for healthier greener foods but I feel like every time i go to the store I don't know what to buy or I buy things that we end up throwing away. Can you offer some tips or perhaps a simple book that may help?

Hep C and baby

vineyard12 — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:16:10 GMT

Hi everyone, I'm new over here and have been doing some lurking. I'm not sure if I am posting this in the right place or not, so you can steer me in the right direction.

Several years ago 05 to be exact I was diagnosed with hep c. I went through treatment. It worked while I was on it, but when I was done, it came back. A doctor told me to wait a few years as new treatments would be out. After getting married last year I consulted a new doctor. I was set to start treatment again, but out of pocket costs after insurance and Co pay programs were thousands a month. So, it was quite cost prohibitive.

Anyway. On to my question. Have any of you had babies with hep c? I was told a baby would not get it while in the womb, but there was a chance during birth. My blood counts are quite low and the hep doesn't cause me any issues. I feel like I'm not getting the answers I want from my doctors and I was hoping someone has been through this.

What's the difference in a jogging stroller?

Steph_whalen5@yahoo.com — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:47:50 GMT

Hi! I'm sure this question is asked often, but I couldn't find anything recent so I apologize if its redundant! I've been running with my 18 month old DD since Jan, but in our Britax B Agile without realizing its not really made for running : I'm planning to start training for a half and feel guilty enough that she was not as safe for the many miles I've already run, so I'm looking at a jogging stroller. I can't seem to convince DH that its a need for her safety rather than a want for my ease. What are the main differences in my Britax and a jogger? Also, any recs? I know everyone loves the BOB, but I'm looking to spend under 150 since we're talking about 2 soon and I'd hate to invest on a great jogger only to need a double a year later. FWIW, I ordered the Graco FastAction Jogger and have used it twice, but I'm not loving it could it be a learning curve with a heavier, actually made for running stroller or should I consider trying to return it? Thanks ladies!!!

5/20:Weekly Accountability Check In!

Iloveshanej — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:33:02 GMT

Weekly Accountability Check In!

Week Eight: 5/20

Here we go with week eight and will have a weekly Monday check in! Please feel free to post your weight loss goals, fitness or healthy eating goal or obstacles, as well as victories and encouragement to others!

If this is your the first check in, please do an intro and list what you are trying to achieve and need help with! Thank for participating!

The last check in was awesome! Thank you for making it amazing! Let's make this week great too!

Please feel free to check in anytime during the week! It doesn't have to be on Monday.

Insanity

tamararachel2 — Thu, 09 May 2013 00:08:58 GMT

Ok Mamas...who's doing it or gonna do it? I just got mine in the mail and DH and I are starting Monday. I'm totally nervous...I mean, I'm athletic and I've been working out once I was cleared after DS2 but I'm excited and scared!! I tell myself that I can do it, but maybe if I heard from other Mamas it would help my nerves!!

Exercises for flabby postpartum stomach?

pinottoparenthood — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:02:44 GMT

Hi everyone!

I am currently about 4 weeks postpartum. I gained 30 lbs during my pregnancy and have already lost 33 lbs simply due to breastfeeding/eating pretty healthy. I feel good about that, but I hate the way my stomach looks now.

I know that it's going to take time for things to get closer to "normal," and that's fine, but I'm wondering if anyone can recommend specific exercises that can help me work on my stomach to help things along somewhat. Currently the only exercise I am doing is walking with baby, and I will wait until I get the all-clear from my doctor before I start doing anything more intense, but I'm just looking for ideas.

Thanks!

Body Pump while pregnant?

LollyLawlz — Sun, 19 May 2013 00:24:17 GMT

I love doing body pump and would like to continue while pregnant. I'm going to ask my doctor at my first appt. but I was curious has anybody ever continued with body pump?

lowering cholesterol naturally?

Stowne101 — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:53:08 GMT

any suggestions besides eating better? already doing that

pregnancy pilates/yoga

Mamavogel — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:10:49 GMT

I am due with twins in September. I am in constant pain in my low back/pelvic area and looking for relief. Prior to getting pregnant I was fairly active, working out 3-4 Times a week and a SAHM of an almost 2 year old. I have been so sick and tired throughout that I stopped working out all together minus the occasional walk. Weather has also been a limiting factor for outdoor activities up until now. Walking is now proving to be difficult for any length of time. I see my chiropractor regularly, tried massages, have tried 4 different support belts, none worked, live on my heating pad, take warm baths (when possible with a little one), Tylenol when desperate, and have limited what I lift, child included. I am a big fan of Pilates and starting to like yoga. I am hoping to find relief through working out. Has anyone tried/used any DVD' s they would suggest? I am hoping gentle stretching and light exercise will help my pain. (Already discussed with my Dr and have the OK). Taking classes somewhere is not an option, we live to far out of town so it will have to be at home. Thanks!

Non-experienced runner ?

0hkgbs — Thu, 09 May 2013 01:30:12 GMT

Hello ladie. I have been over on the january14 board but had a quick question regarding running. About a month ago I signed up for my first 5k color run in August. I'm not a runner but its something I've always wanted to do. My question is I only started conditioning for it a few weeks before i found out I was pregnant. Is it a good idea to continue? I'm pretty much following the couch 2 5k. Ay thoughts on this? I appreciate any input.

Swimming and Swim Suits

katiedid1214 — Sun, 19 May 2013 15:54:33 GMT

I am 11 weeks prego and an avid swimmer. I have been swimming a few times a week and hope to continue to do it throughout my pregnancy. I am just wondering if anyone has found a suit that works best for swimming laps. I can feel my normal racer-back speedo is getting tighter and I don't think it will work much longer. The maternity swim suits that are sold just will not give enough support for my growing belly (and breasts!). Any ideas?

Can you run pregnant?

lucianneD — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:56:21 GMT

I was told no running or jogging. I walk a lot and lift weights, but is there more I can do (besides yoga)?

Has anyone gotten pregnant on their first try ?

Amsull324 — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:05:32 GMT

Back in October my husband and I decided we wanted to try for our first time in late spring/early summer because I said ideally I would like to have a baby in the spring next year. Has anyone been able to conceive on their first try?