I'm going to learn a whole lot along the way, but up until now I've learned a few little things that I'd like to share. Oh yeah, I say "season" rather than "trimester" because it's more fun, it's shorter, and it sounds like TV. :D
#1 (most important) - Don't listen to other people's experiences. I've noticed a lot of women tend to share the horror stories more than the good stuff. I don't know why that is. Maybe they want to scare you into thinking that it's going to happen to you, or maybe the horrible stuff is all they can remember...which is too bad. Whatever the reason, that's mostly what I've encountered. At 1st it really made me nervous specially being so new to the wonderous world of baby. I wasn't sure what to expect, so the 1st person who tells me, "you'll never lose the baby lbs. again..."or "your body will NEVER be the same!" My brain jumps to panic mode thinking "omg I can't handle this..I don't know if I want to do this!" Those women are jerks and deserve a kick in the bum! Everybody is different. Their bodies are different than yours, and they don't always have the same pregnancy experiences when it comes to pregnancy #2 or #3. So who's to say what it's actually going to be like for you? Your body will handle it the way it feels like it. As for the pregnancy fat that STAYS FOREVER...if you think about it, fat will stay forever if you let it. Just work out and it'll go away :)
#2 - You aren't eating for 2. My mum always tells me to eat whatever it is I'm craving. Mum, if you're reading this...if I did that, I'd be obese and probably die from a heart attack before I could even give birth to your grandchild. You're only supposed to consume up to 300 calories on top of your normal intake. So...maybe a slice of toast with some peanut butter and bananas. Whatever floats your boat. If you really want to eat for 2 don't complain about why you've gained so much weight and can't get rid of it!
#3 - Morning sickness and feeling crappy through the day. Keep saltine crackers in a zippy next to your bed, and a bottle of water. It'll help with the morning sickness. Before you roll out of bed snack on a cracker or 2 and chug down some water. Another thing that has helped me greatly, thanks to my mum-in-law...lemon drops and preggo pops! Carry some in your purse, your pocket, wherever. They will definitely come in handy when you feel like you're about to get sick. I've also started taking a water bottle around wherever I go. You need to keep hydrated. You'll really feel the dehydration...it's not like what it was before pregnancy. You'll literally feel like you're going to pass out. I've had a few close calls, and it's really not fun.
#4 - Don't read forums. Like I said in #1. It's mostly filled with horror stories. If you really want to figure out whats going on with your body read either What to Expect When You're Expecting or (blah). It's filled with just facts rather than people's personal stories. If you're wondering why your boobs so huge and painful all of a sudden just read it in the book. You don't want to read it in a forum where someone might say "GO TO THE DOCTOR! IT SHOULDN'T BE THAT WAY!" Forums are also filled with weird opinions on things. Avoiding forums will keep things...not so stressful.
#5 - Dr. I'd start looking around week 7, it may take a few weeks to get booked in. Also, if the Dr. you found doesn't make you comfortable in anyway, I'd look for a new one. You don't want to deal with a jerk while you're feeling the way you do. Also, don't just pick some random Dr. just because he's a Dr. I'd ask around your circle of friends who have kids, or even your parents 1st. If not, research a little more and see what has worked for others. If anything when you do pick one and it's not the right fit, you can always look for another, it's not like you're married to the guy...
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