Am I being fired? I was recently converted from a full-time employee at a $5 billion multi-national company to a contractor working at the same company. Now, my contractor boss has called me in for meetings with the contracting company's HR rep for "issues". Oh yeah, I'm pregnant too. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 11, 2009 - 14 answers

Simple (hahaha) question; We just found out that we're pregnant this morning, what do we need to do now? [more inside]
posted by drleary on Oct 6, 2009 - 54 answers

So, I'm hoping to get pregnant soon. Later on, how will this affect my somewhat physically strenuous job? [more inside]
posted by trillian on Aug 13, 2009 - 13 answers

We're expecting our first baby in January 2010, and I'm looking for recommendations for all things prenatal in NYC. Anything you can recommend from midwives and doulas to shopping and yoga would be greatly appreciated! [more inside]
posted by defreckled on Jul 29, 2009 - 5 answers

Just found out that wifey is pregnant! I'd like to get her some small present(s), but it's too early for cravings, and she already has all of the books....what are some things that "all" pregnant wives need? [more inside]
posted by um_maverick on Jul 20, 2009 - 46 answers

Is it worth it to switch practices just to have a better shot at getting a private room? [more inside]
posted by shiu mai baby on Jul 2, 2009 - 27 answers

I want to make a book out of AskMeFi threads. Any free programs that can help me do this? [more inside]
posted by alona on Jun 26, 2009 - 5 answers

EastBayFilter: Please suggest some fun but laid-back activities for a very pregnant woman's birthday this weekend in the SF East Bay or Marin. [more inside]
posted by gnutron on Jun 24, 2009 - 2 answers

How do I get people to stop asking if I'm pregnant, or respond in a way that deters further inquiries? I've been married for a little over a year, I'm nearing 30, I carry my weight in my belly instead of my hips. I get it that people are curious, but it's none of their business. [more inside]
posted by heatherann on Jun 17, 2009 - 90 answers

Song suggestions for a pregnancy-themed musical recital? (Broadway or opera preferred) [more inside]
posted by fermion on Jun 3, 2009 - 19 answers

Need help diagnosing miscarriage/blighted ovum, specifics inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 7, 2009 - 15 answers

Pregnant women are advised to not eat foods with raw eggs. I looked the the ingredients for standard store bought tarter sauce and it listed egg yolks. Is this safe to eat? Do all commercial products use pasteurized eggs? Is that a safe assumption to make?
posted by GregX3 on May 2, 2009 - 6 answers

I am 39 years old, 22 weeks pregnant with my first baby (a son) and I don't feel very maternal, for lack of a better word. It all feels very abstract and I find very little interest in baby-related things, learning about childbirth/child-rearing, etc. When does the baby excitement kick in for someone who has not historically been baby/kid crazy? [more inside]
posted by murrey on May 1, 2009 - 41 answers

I've recently become engaged and my fiancee and I were planning on getting married in the fall. We've learned that one of our sisters is pregnant and is due around the same time. How late is too late for her to travel? Are we being unreasonable in picking a date when we know there's a high likelihood she won't be able to come? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 30, 2009 - 37 answers

I'm pregnant, social, and looking for your best excuses for not drinking alcohol (read: help me lie to my colleagues and friends). [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 11, 2009 - 50 answers

can I be pregnant? I've been on DEPO until few weeks ago, and used a condom every time since then. [more inside]
posted by esolo on Mar 3, 2009 - 13 answers

Where can I get Chupa Chups in NYC? I'd be willing to order them online, but so far I've only seen them on dubious candy wholesaler sites that have $100 minimums and charge $7 shipping for $1 of candy. In addition to being wonderfully delicious in their own right, they actually make my nausea stop, so this is for quasi-medical purposes. Thanks!
posted by agent99 on Feb 4, 2009 - 2 answers

I'm fostering a sweet affectionate girl cat who's also very, very pregnant. Although I've had many cats before, I've never had a pregnant one, and I've got a couple questions. [more inside]
posted by cgg on Feb 2, 2009 - 12 answers

Looking for fun ways to tell my SO that the baby we have been trying to make is on the way! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 29, 2008 - 42 answers

Cheese present for pregnant sister, which are safe? [more inside]
posted by speef on Dec 25, 2008 - 10 answers

How much did it cost you to get pregnant using a sperm bank? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 8, 2008 - 5 answers

So my wife's birthday is coming up, and I need to get a gift. She's also due to have our first child in two weeks. Is there something that would be a nice gift that she would enjoy specifically while very pregnant and/or post-pregnant? Let's keep it around 100 bucks. [more inside]
posted by Mayor Curley on Nov 8, 2008 - 13 answers

My wife is 12 weeks pregnant... and just got a job offer with a small company. Should she disclose her condition? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 24, 2008 - 23 answers

How do I tell my new boss that I am pregnant? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 12, 2008 - 16 answers

How can I maximize my chances for a free airline upgrade due to pregnancy? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Aug 5, 2008 - 18 answers

So the wife is pregnant! What do we do now? I'm looking for all manner of informative sites on pregnancy and what to expect. [more inside]
posted by zardoz on Jul 26, 2008 - 20 answers

What's a good plan for post-partum family visits? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 22, 2008 - 25 answers

Recommendations on what diet my 6-week pregnant wife should be following. [more inside]
posted by MythMaker on Jun 23, 2008 - 21 answers

Assuming a woman has given up alcohol, to which she was strongly attached for 15 years, and has also given up cocaine and ecstasy (MDMA), which she used regularly, and she is now drink and drug free: could this past of substance-abuse affect her pregnancy in any way? And if so, what could she do to minimise the effects? For clarity: she's not pregnant at the moment, but would like to have a baby. [more inside]
posted by londongeezer on Jun 4, 2008 - 16 answers

Can anybody give me some ideas for fun things to do in and around Rostock, Germany? My other half wants to do a one-week course at the end of July and I'm thinking about tagging along for the trip and need to keep myself entertained during the days. [more inside]
posted by dogsbody on May 24, 2008 - 6 answers

what are the chances she's pregnant? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 15, 2008 - 48 answers

How did you announce to your family that you were/are pregnant? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 5, 2008 - 34 answers

A question about kid lore ("smart" = "pregnant"). [more inside]
posted by user92371 on Feb 19, 2008 - 20 answers

Pregnancy. Hand-held massager. Problems? My wife is 23 weeks in and having some back pain. I thought maybe one of these might be good... (I know it's not a "real massage" replacement). What I'm particularly interested in hearing is if anyone has "Don't Do It" experience... [more inside]
posted by paterg on Dec 19, 2007 - 7 answers

What are some healthy, quick snacks for a suddenly constantly ravenous pregnant woman? [more inside]
posted by gomichild on Nov 15, 2007 - 25 answers

Going to Dubai with a bun in the oven... [more inside]
posted by kuperman on Oct 24, 2007 - 9 answers

California legal/medical/ethical question: In advance of my going to the hospital to give birth within the next few weeks, I decided to download and fill out California's standard Advance Health Care Directive form, i.e. a living will (and to have my husband fill his out too, as long as we were at it). However, Google informs me via multiple sources that this form, even if signed and notarized, is "not valid if pregnant". WTF? [more inside]
posted by Asparagirl on Oct 21, 2007 - 15 answers

Looking for ideas for a halloween costume - I'm pregnant. [more inside]
posted by pyjammy on Oct 18, 2007 - 47 answers

Are those early pregnancy tests reliable? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 8, 2007 - 7 answers

Trying to get pregnant after coming off pill! Help! [more inside]
posted by It ain't over yet on Sep 9, 2007 - 28 answers

my wife is pregnant; we need easy healthy things to cook. [more inside]
posted by BigBrownBear on Aug 29, 2007 - 23 answers

Does anyone have any good recipies for making strawberry jam? [more inside]
posted by spotty_dog on Aug 10, 2007 - 9 answers

Pregnant Sex Filter: So the wife is 37 weeks preggo and wants the baby NOW. She read the sex will sometimes induce pregnancy early so shes been all over me lately (yay me!) Tonight shes convinced that it "felt different" and is wondering if this means shes dilated. [more inside]
posted by skrike on Aug 8, 2007 - 20 answers

please, help my pregnant wife with her bronchitis [more inside]
posted by starr226 on Jun 29, 2007 - 9 answers

Chapter 3 - Finally left and now wondering why i am still getting treated like dirt! Any ideas....? [more inside]
posted by rainbow_2006 on Jun 18, 2007 - 48 answers

Please recommend a special gift for my wife on Mother's Day. She'll be starting her second trimester with our first baby . [more inside]
posted by DakotaPaul on Apr 22, 2007 - 16 answers

BookFilter: I’m pregnant and would love recommendations for fictional books including or centering on pregnant characters. [more inside]
posted by lynda on Apr 20, 2007 - 24 answers

My wife is 25 weeks pregnant and has placenta previa that doesn't appear to be improving. Her doctor has made her swear off 'doing anything' until after the baby is born in July. How can I help her relieve her stress since sex is now out of the question? [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse on Apr 7, 2007 - 32 answers

We've adopted a stray kitten. I took her to the vet 2 weeks ago and yep, she's pregnant. I'm actually quite excited! I couldn't find a ask-mefi thread on pregnant cats, so I thought I'd ask for advice. [more inside]
posted by killThisKid on Nov 17, 2006 - 16 answers