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charliecharlie

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adjusting to weight gain
Posted: 06-09-08 18:19pm

Hello everyone...

I am 19 weeks pregnant and am having a really tough time being OK with the amount of weight I have put on. I would assume I have put on about 15 lbs, but have made my doctor swear not to tell me what I weigh.

My caloric intake is no higher than my usual intake, and I am certain that most of the weight is water weight/bloat/baby pounds. Nonetheless, I am feeling embarrassed to be seen in public and am extremely self conscious.

I started at 5' 5" as a size 2-4 and I would say I'm at least a size 10 now. Not to mention my bust changed from a 32C to a 36DDD. Is anyone else having trouble adjusting to her new body?

-charlie
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Posted: 06-09-08 18:39pm

Are you weighing, measuring your food? It is the only way to be sure of your caloric intake.

Drink lots of water to combat the water weight. Limit salt intake and you can lightly exercise too. Walking is fantastic as well as swimming.

I think everyone feels some sort of body dysmorphia during pregnancy. It is hard to adjust to our new bodies no matter what the miraculous outcome is going to be. Be gentle on yourself. Do whatever you can, nutritionally, to make sure you have a healthy pregnancy. You shouldn't be trying to lose weight, but you also shouldn't be eating junk.

When are you due?
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charliecharlie

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Posted: 06-09-08 20:16pm

I am due Nov 3rd, and I do count calories. I walk my dogs outside daily. I NEVER eat fast food, or fried food, etc.



I just gotta keep thinking... this is for a greater and miraculous good... Wink

Also, I gained a lot of weight quickly in the beginning and am HOPING that I will plateau for a while...

Thank you so much for the response.
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softerxsin

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Posted: 06-09-08 21:34pm

dont feel bad i am having a horrible time adjusting. i have anorexia problems and my fiance has been helping me a lot. im 5'1" and i wore a 00 to a 1 now i wear a 9/10. and i dont do anything differently than what i did before hand.
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charliecharlie

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Posted: 06-10-08 00:14am

how far along are you, softerxsin?
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Posted: 06-10-08 00:18am

I think its hard for anyone, although probably especially so with those who have body issues. I've always struggled with my body and I imagine this will only continue throughout my pregnancy. I'm 12 weeks 5 days now and have only gained 2 pounds but i feel like my body looks different for sure.

I say as long as your eating well (and not going overboard with counting every single calorie) doing some exercise etc. your body will do the rest. After you have the baby you can go to the gym often and work it all off (and trust me i will be there every possible day!). In the meantime, just think of it as being healthy for your baby.
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softerxsin

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Posted: 06-10-08 19:14pm

charliecharlie wrote:
how far along are you, softerxsin?


im 25 weeks on thursday
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