desteni's Journal, 19 September 2009

Fingers crossed for you! Eat healthy and don't think that you are eating for two - usually the baby will do very well if you have 300 or 400 calories a day extra to spare for the little one! Make sure you are taking plenty of folic acid because this is what prevents spinal cord problems. 

First of all CONGRATS!! As abba said, you're technically not eating for two. You typically only need an additional 200-300 calories a day for the baby. Make sure you take a GOOD prenatal vitamin. If you are already exercising regularly, keep it up, otherwise, this isn't a good time to start. Since you're on Atkins, it may be a good idea to go directly to Lifetime Maintenance. You don't want to restrict your diet while pregnant or lose any weight. Others may advise to get off altogether and restart once you have the baby. It's up to you and your doctor. Also get plenty of rest, drink plenty of water and enjoy the feeling of having a little one growing inside you! It's a miraculous feeling!! Good luck to you! 

wow congratulations! fingers and toes and eyes crossed that it all goes well!! 

Congrats, Desteni! I had 2 miscarriages when my hubby and I were first married. I became pregnant with my oldest son VERY shortly after my 2nd miscarriage, and he turned out perfectly! My thoughts and well-wishes are with you. Take care of yourself and don't be afraid to pamper yourself often! 

omg good for you baby! Congrats! I have no tips for you, but I needed to drop by for kudos :) Other than you make sure you get all those doctory pre-natal vitamins in you! :)! 

WOW! When did you find out? I just think if you eat healthy and get plenty of exercise will be fine.  

Thanks for all the advice and well wishes everyone!!! :) I found out Friday.(18 Sept) Im praying all goes well. 

Congratulations! Wish you the best! Take care! 

Congratulations!! I hope this pregnancy works out well for you. I have no tips because I'm not a mom myself, but I hope to be able to follow you in your new journey! How exciting! 

Congratulations!