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Body Image Issue

Any moms or mom-to-be who has body image issue? As a kid, I was made fun of for my weight so I don’t want to gain weight at all for my pregnancy (currently 15 weeks). I also dislike the look of being heavily pregnant so I’ve been tempted to get a corset to ensure I don’t start showing. Any one went through this and have any solution or advice? I don’t want the child to be unhealthy afterall 😕 #1stpregnacy #advice #advicepls

It's normal to feel worried about your changing body and weight for pregnancy. I was worried that I would not accept the changes but I took it better than I expected. As a background, I had eating disorder for many years and I always struggled with body image even though I'm not heavy for my height. If wanting a child in your life at this point is what you want, I would suggest focusing on that and to remind yourself that baby's growth is more important. I was quite relaxed with my pregnancy diet and ate almost everything. I did a vague calorie count but it was to make sure I consume sufficient calories for each trimester. Vague because I just did mental calculations and decided not to record all the calories (cause I know it can become an unhealthy obsession for me). I might have gained slightly less if I watched my diet but I didn't want to be too strict because I know I will struggle with rebound if I am too restrictive. I gained about 11.8kg from 48-49kg pre preg and lost 8-9kg within the first month. What probably helped me was I exercised all the way till the day I popped. I was active pre preg, and I was doing exercises I am familiar with. I had to remind myself not to go overboard too. I watched for any discomfort and I stopped when I was too tired or breathless. I also recaliberated the intensity of each exercise. By late third tri I switched to doing yoga exclusively since it was too tiring to do anything else and circuit breaker meant that pools were closed too. Do check with your doctor on embarking on any fitness regime. As for the bump, I was quite self conscious about it but partly because I didn't want people to give unsolicited advice on pregnancy. For first time mums, bumps may be smaller. Mine didn't quite show until 3rd tri and even then I could get away with wearing certain clothing that were more flattering. You can try putting on different outfits to see what works best for your changing body. If exercise is not your thing, try not to start too intensive a routine. Even taking walks or slow swim is helpful. Binding AFTER childbirth may help with the recovery, some mums also swear by post partum massages (I couldn't have cause it was still phase 1 post circuit breaker and they were not opened yet). I have not regretted having my baby and I love her so much. At 10 weeks pp I've still not lost the last 2-3kg and I'm still having soft tummy but somehow it's not bothering me as much as I imagined. Mother's love for her child can overcome many struggles. Hang in there, you can do it!

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Most common titles for grandfather and grandmother both on the father's and mother's side?

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Super Mum

to me is paternal: ah Gong ah Ma. maternal: wai gong wai po but my in law has their own preference which I dislike told them before but they ignore. mama gong gong

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1st prenatal check

Hi, is it ok if I go for my 1st prenatal check in my week 10? The gynae that I wanted to go for is fully booked till September :( Appreciate if I can get advice on this 🥰 #advicepls #1st_pregnant

From my point of view, go to another gyne for your first check up while you wait for your preferred gyne. Personally feel that first trimester is impt so better make sure everything is okay. 😬 Cheers

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Bad severe constipation.

I am now in week 27. Just recovered from a very bad severe constipation. Now having difficulties to urinate as still feeling sore from the constipation. Anyone went thru this? Do i have to go for a massage to ensure my pelvic floor is doing fine? Help. Thank you in advance.#1stimemom #firstbaby #theasianparentph #advicepls

For constipation please try yellow dragon fruit. Thou it is expensive but it work like magic! Re having difficulty to pee, I suggest you visit your gynae, you might be down with UTI. In pregnancy, hormones cause changes in the urinary tract, and that makes women more likely to get infections. Changes in hormones can also lead to vesicoureteral reflux, a condition in which your pee flows back up from your bladder to your kidneys. This can cause UTIs. When you’re pregnant, your pee has more sugar, protein, and hormones in it. These changes also put you at higher risk for a UTI. Because you’re pregnant, your growing uterus presses on your bladder. That makes it hard for you to let out all the urine in your bladder. Leftover urine can be a source of infection. UTI Complications During Pregnancy Pyelonephritis is a UTI that affects the kidneys. If you’re pregnant it can cause: - Preterm labor - Severe infection - Adult respiratory distress syndrome - Anemia - Long-term infection Hence, if it persist, please go see a GP or visit your gynae. It is easily treatable with 3 to 7 days or as your doctor recommends. Take good care and God bless you and your baby. Jiayou Jiayou👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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Low Amniotic fluid at 20 weeks

Hi mummies... Anyone of you have experienced low amniotic fluid at 20wks in the range if 5cm? What did you or your OB did to improve the fluids? I'm worried. #firstbaby #1stimemom #advicepls

drinking coconut water do wonders .. also my doctor advised me Aminovel injection once a week.. both are quite good for fluid improvement.

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Baby scan shows baby has big tummy

Hi, I was told that my baby's tummy is slightly bigger than usual. And the doctors asked if I did any downsyndrome test, which I did not. I am currently 33weeks pregnant. Any of you guys ever been told that your ultrascan shows that baby's tummy is bigger than usual? I'm googling and the answers are all over the place. #firstbaby #1stimemom #1stpregnnt #advicepls #1stbaby

Super Mum

I had that too when i went for my 32 weeks scan. However, the doctor was able to see the nose clearly and rule out down syndrome. I was in the high risk. But alhamdulillah, baby is fine.

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white discharge

hi all. am 38weeks soon 39 and i realise recently ive been having thick white discharge issit normal???? or thats a sign of labour?#1stpregnnt #advicepls

thick white discharge is normal during pregnancy. But is is better to contact your doctor since you are very close to the delivery

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Dr Tan Wee Khin review

Hello, any review of Dr Tan Wee Khin from TMC? Thanks ☺️#advicepls #1st_pregnant #review

As I heard doctor is very experienced and kind

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