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Pregnant and Peeing Less … What Does it Mean?

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I am 7 1/2 weeks pregnant and I have noticed that I’m not going to urinate as often as I was when I was first pregnant. Can that symptom come and go or is there something that I should be worried about. I’m not drinking that much less fluid than I was when I was first pregnant. The first 5 weeks or … [Read more…]

Filed Under: 1st Trimester, 2nd Trimester Tagged With: peeing

Pelvic Cramping in Early Pregnancy

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I am 4 1/2 weeks pregnant. I have some abdominal cramping. It is not constant and doesn’t last very long. Is that normal? From what I have read it could just be my uterus preparing for the baby but how do I tell?” Some mild cramping—like you might experience before your period—is very common in … [Read more…]

Filed Under: 1st Trimester Tagged With: pelvis, pain, cramping

Does Tanning Lower Your Folate?

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I realize the tanning bed is bad for your skin but will it harm the baby I am 5 weeks pregant…does the uv light take away folic acid or not??” What you’ve heard is true. UV rays appear to break down folic acid during pregnancy. Folate, also known as B9, is a vitamin that helps you process iron … [Read more…]

Filed Under: 1st Trimester Tagged With: UV rays, 1st trimester, TTC, Tanning beds, skin care, skin, folic acid, folate

Does ___ Mean You’re Pregnant?

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Being dizzy? … possibly, but low blood pressure or low blood sugar can do that too. Having cramps? … they can also be a sign of PMS, indigestion, or if mostly on one side, ovulation. Feeling disgusted or nauseated by smoke or food odors? Sensitive nipples? Yes, but PMS can also make … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Trying to Conceive, Symptoms, 1st Trimester Tagged With: ovulation, Am I Pregnant?

Vitamins Make Me Nauseated, How Can I Get Enough Folate?

Marcie Jones Leave a Comment

Hi. I have just found out that I am pregnant. Earlier this year I had to go to a specialist for stomach issues. I produce too much acid and have to avoid acidic foods (in order to avoid stomach pain). I know folic acid is really important for the baby but what do I do if it makes me nauseated? (the … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Nutrition, 1st Trimester Tagged With: nausea, folic acid, folate

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