I'm just about 8 weeks pregnant (very much on purpose) for the first time. Physically, I feel almost normal - symptoms have been extremely mild and fleeting. The combination of worry, gratitude, disbelief and excitement is overwhelming. How did you navigate this uncertain yet sweet time?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 22, 2013 -
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My wife is pregnant. I'd like to get her a gift certificate to a store that sells maternity clothing that is akin to the clothing she normally buys.
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posted by nitsuj
on Mar 29, 2013 -
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I hate shaving my legs. I'm a hairy lady with dark leg hair, and shaving always itches & hurts, no matter what shaving cream or lotions I use. I usually wax in the summer and ignore my legs in the winter, but my toddler would love it if we went to the pool, and I'm fifteen weeks pregnant. Can I get a leg wax while I'm pregnant? Are there other options I haven't thought about? Depilatories don't work for me, and I'm not comfortable taking my hairy hairy legs to the pool. The last time I was pregnant, I didn't go swimming; I just wore long pants or leggings the whole time. (Bikini line isn't a concern; I always wear board shorts anyway, and I have awesome maternity ones I'm excited to fit into.)
posted by linettasky
on Jan 12, 2013 -
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I have just accepted an ex-pat assignment to Malaysia, specifically Malacca. I have a variety of questions, some specific to my family situation: my wife is three months pregnant and we have a toddler. See inside for details. Thanks!
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posted by John Frum
on Jan 8, 2013 -
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i am five months pregnant, in NYC and just got fired from my job... now what?
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posted by sabh
on Oct 23, 2012 -
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24 weeks pregnant, facing bedrest and woefully underprepared for the birth of this surprise baby. FMLA, bedrest and c-section questions inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 9, 2012 -
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My sister is pregnant. I am psyched. Help me be an awesome and supportive sister and aunt!
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posted by kat518
on Sep 6, 2012 -
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I'm a gadget geek about to have my first baby. What tech do I now have an excuse to get that might help make things easier or even more fun?
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posted by davebug
on Aug 27, 2012 -
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Looking for an obstetrician in Minneapolis or St. Paul, as well as general guidance on natural childbirth options/timelines.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 6, 2012 -
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I rented an apartment in Bonn on very short notice, and it turned out to be a loft. When he weather was cold it was ok, but once it got to 85 degrees it became unliveable.
Of course there is no ac, so me and my pregnant wife went to a hotel till it cools off.
Is there anything we can do regarding the rent? Do you think it's reasonable for someone to rent out a loft without mentioning that it is one? If I can't sleep in the apartment and he offers no solution but a fan, is this ok somehow?
I was referred to this guy through the institute we are visiting, so maybe the secretaries can make him pay if I have a case.
posted by Mai2k3
on Jul 27, 2012 -
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Are all bars super accommodating to pregnant ladies, or just the ones we go to in Montreal?
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posted by awenner
on Jul 27, 2012 -
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Husband and I want to take a holiday during the school holiday break (I know, but we're teachers) in September and/or December (in the lead up to Christmas) this year. We live in Melbourne, Australia.
The major catch
- I'll be 5 or 7 months pregnant, depending when we go.
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posted by jojobobo
on Jul 20, 2012 -
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The Fabulous Fifties, maternity edition! Where can one find fifties-style/a-line dresses that are reminiscent of the fifties? Think Modcloth styling, but for a ginormous belly.
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posted by heigh-hothederryo
on Jul 14, 2012 -
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My wife is just entering the second trimester and is having a new fiction craving.
The last time she was pregnant, she relaxed and read constantly.
I'm looking for book recommendations that are enjoyable page turners about nice things happening to positive happy people.
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posted by ben30
on Jul 2, 2012 -
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What are the best intelligent, nonjudgmental online communities (like MeFi) for pregnant women and new mothers?
posted by Night_owl
on Jun 24, 2012 -
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Can I get help finding clothes (that I can order online) to hide this pregnancy I'm trying to keep unannounced as long as possible?
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posted by A Terrible Llama
on Jun 12, 2012 -
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Can you help me think up a creative way to announce my pregnancy to my small, close-knit office?
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posted by bristolcat
on Jun 4, 2012 -
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I am pregnant and on meds and terrified to not be on meds. Can you help me sort this through? I'm five weeks pregnant and on 300 mg/day of Wellbutrin XL. I promise I don't think you are my doctor or my pharmacist. I'm looking for advice from women who have Been There or those with concrete science-y knowledge.
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posted by anonymous
on May 15, 2012 -
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FMLA-Filter: What counts as officially "returned" to work after the 12 week FMLA for maternity leave?
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posted by amazingstill
on Apr 30, 2012 -
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My husband and I own a small house, and were originally planning on moving early next year. We got some good news over the holidays and I am now nearing the end of the first trimester of my first pregnancy. We'd still like to move, but is it easier to do this while I'm pregnant or should we wait until the baby is 6 months old?
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posted by smalls
on Feb 15, 2012 -
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I need to dissect some cadavers in the next few months as a pre-requisite for school, but I may be pregnant. What are my options?
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posted by DaveZ
on Jan 18, 2012 -
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Looking for emergency shelter for a pregnant woman first thing tomorrow morning. We're in Brooklyn.
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posted by hermitosis
on Jan 9, 2012 -
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My partner and I have been trying for a while to conceive. We’ve used charting and ovulation predictors and, after six months, it’s not happening. I’m 38, he’s 37, and we want to get ourselves to a fertility clinic stat. Where we are, there are three to choose between. How do I make that choice?
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posted by t0astie
on Nov 17, 2011 -
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Wedding anniversary two weeks before our baby is due: suggestions?
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posted by cgs
on Aug 29, 2011 -
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I love traveling, but is taking an overseas trip to Istanbul at 6.5 months pregnant ill-advised?
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posted by allisonrae
on Jul 29, 2011 -
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Cats, fleas, prevention, difficulty +11 weeks pregnant.
How do I keep the fleas away but not endanger my wife (or future child)?
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posted by Towelie
on Jun 7, 2011 -
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How inappropriate would it be to prevent my boundaries-challenged mother from visiting the hospital upon the birth of my child?
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posted by anonymous
on May 29, 2011 -
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Where can we find bridesmaid dresses that are pretty and will be appropriate for a plus size bridesmaid, a regular size bridesmaid, and a 6 months pregnant bridesmaid?
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posted by treehorn+bunny
on May 8, 2011 -
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I'm a little over 8 weeks pregnant, and other than the insane morning sickness, feel like I'm in good health. However, my thyroid results came back with normal free T4 and elevated TSH. Neither my regular doc nor my midwife seem concerned... so should I relax?
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posted by allisonrae
on Apr 28, 2011 -
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Pregnant, first trimester. My office is having all the carpets, chairs, and upholstery cleaned. I was able to verify with the cleaners that they use a perc "dry cleaning" solution, among several other strong industrial chemicals. Should I be concerned in terms of anything teratogenic/dangerous to my embryo?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 5, 2011 -
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Help! In Peru and my pregnant wife has a severe case of food poisoning. The local doctor prescribed Nifurat. Is it safe during pregnancy? He says yes but the internet tells me nothing.
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posted by pencroft
on Oct 16, 2010 -
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An employee/friend came and confided that they are six weeks pregnant. Our boss has been hinting at reducing her hours and does not know she's pregnant. What to do, how to handle this in a professional manner?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 30, 2010 -
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