http://www.conception-tips.com/ Where current and future moms discuss conception, preconception, pregnancy and child birth. The baby site. en Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:52:37 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.conception-tips.com/{IF}/misc/rss.jpg http://www.conception-tips.com/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f78/ive-got-three-year-olds-now-3515/ Tue, 07 Sep 2010 03:56:48 GMT I don't know whether I'm happy or sad. It's bittersweet, I guess.
They start preschool in the morning. I'm not ready to send my babies off to school! But I think they are ready to go... Evan has decided he prefers his middle name now (Matisse), so I guess I'll need to let the teachers know. :rolleyes:
I think that solidifies the fact that they are indeed little boys now, and no longer babies! ]]> sarahjanesmith http://www.conception-tips.com/f78/ive-got-three-year-olds-now-3515/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f45/september-10-health-club-3514/ Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:20:25 GMT SOOOO, what's everybody doing as the weather starts to cool down?

Sarah is back in the gym WOOT!

I'm still dancing 6-8 hrs/week (which will go up to 7.5-9.5hrs/wk in October when we start rehearsals), swimming 1xwk, walking on the beach 2.5mi 1-2xwk. I want to do some more strength training, which has been limited to a bit of abs and core stuff in the recent months. I want to strengthen the muscles in my upper back, shoulders, and arms. And Tai Chi starts in two weeks.

I relaxed my calorie intake a tiny bit for the next few weeks until my Sparkpeople group starts our new challenge on the 15th. I was doing 1600-1700 for the past two months, I'm allowing 1600-1800 for now.

I've also stopped alternating vegan/omni weeks. I'm 'taking off the training wheels' and so far, I feel able to have mini splurges and handle unexpected stuff without loosing my game.

Still focusing on higher protein, and for me, that tends to equal lowered carbs. Mostly, I'm just concentrating on dietary balance. I was doing extremes for a while, and feel like I learned all I can from that, now it's time to bring together everything I've learned in the past three years.

My goal is to drop another 20lbs by the end of November, maybe 5lbs in December, and begin the new year at 180lbs, with about 15lbs to go to be comfortably in my goal range. ]]> Eating and Dieting GemGoddess http://www.conception-tips.com/f45/september-10-health-club-3514/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f44/september-belly-pics-3513/ Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:53:49 GMT Guess I'm first this month!

This is from yesterday morning. I'm twice this big by the end of the day, lol.

]]> bb30 http://www.conception-tips.com/f44/september-belly-pics-3513/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f47/september-baby-chat-3510/ Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:14:05 GMT I want to hear about those new babies:) I want to hear about those new babies:) ]]> The Baby is Here! bugaboo http://www.conception-tips.com/f47/september-baby-chat-3510/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f38/september-infertility-3512/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:06:28 GMT I guess I've heard of Miso.....but had no idea what it is. The only time I purposely consume something fermented is to get drunk! :-P ]]> Infertility Claire6389 http://www.conception-tips.com/f38/september-infertility-3512/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f49/new-member-3508/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:52:51 GMT well hello to every one my name is lizzy im form baltimore md and im a mother of two wonderful boys. my oldst who is 4 has altisum and my yougst is... well hello to every one my name is lizzy im form baltimore md and im a mother of two wonderful boys. my oldst who is 4 has altisum and my yougst is very needy ithink all childern are like that tho with there mothers im actual on this site becuse im try to get pregant again and i have had the luck of this yet. i meet a man a lil over a year ago and we have been togather since both my boys have the same father but he is not in there life so now he is ther father so if u have any ideas for me plz let me no plz may you all have a blessed day :peace: ]]> Please Introduce Yourself! amoryvida85 http://www.conception-tips.com/f49/new-member-3508/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f53/september-toddler-chat-3509/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:34:40 GMT I agree Bina, what do you do! Charlie chowed on some steak last night.. so unusual for him as he is not my big meat eater. I agree Bina, what do you do!

Charlie chowed on some steak last night.. so unusual for him as he is not my big meat eater. ]]> Not a Baby Anymore pandcsanders http://www.conception-tips.com/f53/september-toddler-chat-3509/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f44/september-preggo-chat-3511/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:33:23 GMT Oh I would TOTALLY love to have a girl.. I just don't think it will happen. I don't think my husband makes X sperm. :)

Lisa- You give me hope.. they say after your first 2 are the same gender you are like 80% more likely to have the same gender in your 3rd or something crazy like that. Can't remember the specifics. Although when you are swimming in PMS, boyfriends and wedding accounts I will be laughing from the sidelines. :) Teasing.. truly the saddest part to me is that I am so close to my mom.. I want that. I am a great daughter in law to my MIL (she has 3 boys) but it is not the same..

Bina- We have not closed the door on 4. We are just taking it one at a time. I would be surprised though if we had more than 3. We will see! ]]> pandcsanders http://www.conception-tips.com/f44/september-preggo-chat-3511/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f47/congrats-allison-welcome-kyla-3507/ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 19:33:12 GMT Congratulations Allison! Welcome to the world baby Kyla!!!!Can't wait to hear all about her!:angel: ]]> The Baby is Here! bugaboo http://www.conception-tips.com/f47/congrats-allison-welcome-kyla-3507/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f76/allisons-labor-progress-3506/ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:53:31 GMT Well, I haven't heard from Allison yet, but according to her post a few days ago they were going to start citoteck tonight at 7:00, so I am assuming she is in the hospital and about to get the show on the road. She also posted that if she doesnt come in the night, they will break water and start pit in the morning. Hope she comes quickly for you Allison! Good luck, and can't wait to get some updates! I will post here as soon as I get any word from her (assuming it is not the middle of the night, you ladies may have to wait until sunrise:) )
***LABOR DUST*** ]]> bugaboo http://www.conception-tips.com/f76/allisons-labor-progress-3506/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f47/congrats-tina-welcome-jb-3505/ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 01:28:43 GMT CONGRATULATIONS Tina!!! and WELCOME to the world JB!! Can't wait to hear all about your new little boy:) ]]> The Baby is Here! bugaboo http://www.conception-tips.com/f47/congrats-tina-welcome-jb-3505/ http://www.conception-tips.com/f42/disadvantages-elective-cesarean-3504/ Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:11:33 GMT *Know the Disadvantages of Elective Cesarean Section Deliveries* by Fleur Hupston, citizen journalist See all articles by this author... Know the Disadvantages of Elective Cesarean Section Deliveries

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(NaturalNews) A cesarean section is an operation to deliver a baby by making a cut in the front wall of a woman's abdomen and womb. This can be life-saving in the case of an emergency. However, the worldwide trend to deliver by c-section continues to rise. Why do women elect to have this procedure and what do recent studies indicate risk-wise for the mother and child?

No-one disputes a woman's right to choose how to deliver her baby. However, making an informed choice regarding an elective c-section means taking an objective look at the risks. According to a study led by Alan T.N. Tita, assistant professor in the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, "Women who choose to have their babies delivered via repeat cesarean at 37 or 38 weeks without a medical or obstetric indication, risk serious complications for their child."

C-Section Infant Complications

Risks for the baby include:

Premature birth when the delivery date is not accurately calculated.

According to a recent study, c-section babies may not have the same beneficial bacteria at birth as babies delivered naturally. This may cause immune related troubles to develop later in life.

Babies born by c-section are more likely to develop breathing problems, asthma and allergies later in life.

C-section is known to raise a child's risk of diabetes by 20 percent.

Lower Apgar scores at birth.

C-Section Maternal Complications

Risks for the mother include:

Surgical wound complications such as adhesions that can cause bowel obstruction and chronic pain.

Longer hospital stay and recovery time. Getting in and out of bed is more painful with a possible dependency on others to pass the baby for feeding and help at home.

Heavy blood loss and pain at the incision site that may persist beyond six months.

Infection of the uterus, incision or other organs such as kidney or bladder.

Blood clots in the legs, pelvic organs or lungs.

Risk of ectopic pregnancies and reduced fertility.

Risk of placenta previa or placenta accreta, potentially leading to severe bleeding during subsequent deliveries.

Increased risk of hysterectomy and hemorrhage with an increased risk of re-hospitalization.

Death - rare but 4 times more likely with a c-section than with a vaginal delivery.

Why do Women Choose to Have a C-Section?

Some women like to follow the example of celebrity trend-setters who opt to have elective c-section deliveries.

Some women dislike the idea of a "messy" birth and the possibility of giving birth to a baby with a misshapen head.

Convenience for mother and doctor as time for the delivery is scheduled.

C-section is usually considered the safest option in the case of a breech presentation.

Cesarean delivery is often planned if a mother is overweight.

Multiple gestations increase the risk of complications that lead to cesareans.

C-section deliveries are often recommended to older women.

Fear of labor and delivery pain.

Fear of pelvic prolapse and eventual urinary or rectal incontinence.

Cost of Cesarean

The average physician's charges for uncomplicated vaginal delivery in the U.S. is just under $4,500. For an uncomplicated cesarean delivery, it is $7,000. Hospitalization costs are doubled, going from an average of a little over $5,000 to over $10,000.

How Safe is a Vaginal Birth After a C-section?

In the past, it was standard practice to perform a repeat cesarean after a prior cesarean birth. However, in a recent release, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists reports that "Attempting a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is a safe and appropriate choice for most women who have had a prior cesarean delivery, including for some women who have had two previous cesareans".

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http://www.acog.org/from_home/publi...
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