Food

firstmommy94

Ok I eat but I don't eat a whole lot. It seems like I get full and I stay full is anyone else like this. I feel like I'm starving the baby, but if I eat more I'll get sick.

ChristyM87

It is hard to stay full. I know some mom's have better luck with grazing and snacking as opposed to doing 2 or 3 big meals. Make sure you are getting plenty of protein, as that will help keep you fuller longer

firstmommy94

Like if I eat when I get up I'm full till 8 or 9 a clock at nite.

Heavenwhip

you are not starving the baby.  PP had good advice, go with that.  Snack away.

firstmommy94

Ok I'm just nervous

ChristyM87

firstmommy94 said:

Ok I'm just nervous

Don't be nervous. There are definitely days that I am less hungry than others. It is normal, but I do try to have some healthy snacks around like yogurt, cheese, and fruit to eat when I am not super hungry

tinktink20

Your body will tell you what it needs.

Skylark12

firstmommy94 said:

Like if I eat when I get up I'm full till 8 or 9 a clock at nite.

Sorry, do you mean you're only eating breakfast?

gingerygirl

You need to eat at least three times a day, not just breakfast. Or else you're not just starving the baby but also yourself. You don't have to eat a huge meal, but you need to eat.

bashfulbird

Digestion is slower and space is getting limited day by day. Eat when you are hungry and try to make it good quality food. I know that I can't handle the portions sizes I did a few months ago.

cowboys2009

I haven't had any desire to eat but on the advice of my doc started doing 6 small meals a day. It is hard when no food sounds appealing but you need some kind of nutrition. Maybe fruit or smoothies would be good? Good luck!

princesslockness

bashfulbird said:

Digestion is slower and space is getting limited day by day. Eat when you are hungry and try to make it good quality food. I know that I can't handle the portions sizes I did a few months ago.

Actually your metabolism close to doubles, when pregnant. That means you need to eat more often, even if it's just a snack size bag of chips.

Without eating often your body starts to shut down and eat itself. This is not good, for mamma or baby.
Whether or not you 'feel' hungry you should have at least 2-3 small meals on top of breakfast.

Mandylee1

I have not been hungry and well and when I am, there are only a few things my stomach will tolerate. Toast, mashed potatoes and plain cereals. I asked my doctor about this and he said that was fine for now, as long as I'm keeping up with my vitimans.
Good luck!

firstmommy94

But if I so eat something small it still makes me sick

bashfulbird

Kate08Young said:

Digestion is slower and space is getting limited day by day. Eat when you are hungry and try to make it good quality food. I know that I can't handle the portions sizes I did a few months ago.

Actually your metabolism close to doubles, when pregnant. That means you need to eat more often, even if it's just a snack size bag of chips. Without eating often your body starts to shut down and eat itself. This is not good, for mamma or baby. Whether or not you 'feel' hungry you should have at least 2-3 small meals on top of breakfast.

Tell that to my lower gut please, its stuck in the Tar pits.
ETA: BTW I wasn't suggesting to eat less, just smaller portions. So, like, more often.
Bag of chips? Really?

Heavenwhip

firstmommy94 said:

But if I so eat something small it still makes me sick

If you are that concerned maybe you should bring it up with your doctor.

firstmommy94

I am I just wanted to see what you guys thought first.

gingerygirl

We are not doctors. We are internet strangers. You should always consult your doctor first before us.

Skylark12

firstmommy94 said:

I am I just wanted to see what you guys thought first.

When are you going to see your doctor? You might want to try smoothies or something, just to make sure you're reaching your calorie intake everyday. I'm still not sure if you meant that you're only able to eat breakfast?