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Feeling bummy! (vent)

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in March 2012 Moms

I had a cranky day at school today.  Then I had my 16 week dr's appt.  Thought that it would cheer me up, but I was a bit concerned about what my OB would say about my weight gain (I thought it was 17 lbs according to my home scale--theirs measured 20!  UGH!).  She was so nice, but she did say that I need to be a little more mindful of what I'm taking in each day now that I feel better.  I could feel myself tearing up, even though I knew it was coming and I had "prepared."  DH was sitting right there, and I totally know that he is not judgmental about this, but I still felt silly and embarassed that she needed to have this talk with me. 

Then, of course, I got home and I was so hungry.  I'd had a salad with some grilled chicken on it for lunch plus a yogurt and an apple for a snack.  I'm really trying here, but those things aren't filling me up for long enough.  I didn't want to eat something else between supper, so I was about to make dinner when DH came in the house.  He said, "You're going to cook already?  It's only 4:45." (admittedly, that is early for us to start supper).  I said that I was really hungry and I wanted to exercise later but I couldn't do it on such a hungry stomach and I didn't want to eat any additional snacks before dinner.  He said that he didn't need a whole run-down of my reasons, he just thought it was early (that comment slightly peeved me).  So then I didn't cook, but I was still hungry for something that would actually take away the shakiness.  I had some crackers and cheese, but now I'm annoyed by that, too. 

This is all silly, I'm sure, but I just want to sit and cry now.  I feel unhappy even though we got to hear LO's heartbeat for the first time (too wiggly at the last appt.). 

And, to top it off, I was excited to have a LB, but mine has been MIA since the weekend.  I don't think she actually posts too often.  Bummer!  :o(

Thanks for listening (reading).  Helps to get it all out there.

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  • Dewey12Dewey12 member

    Cloves, I am sorry.  I'm up 25 pounds and I know I'm going to hear it next Friday.  As much as I'm dreading it, I'm still so hungry.  Like you, I get the shakes and dizzy.  It's awful.

    Try not to be too hard on yourself.  Although it's not ideal, I know women who have gained 50 - 80 pounds during pregnancy and they did manage to lose all of the weight. 

    If you ever need to talk, please PM me.  I have had a loooooong standing love/hate relationship with food.

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  • jennrejennre member

    I'm sorry you're having such a rough day.  Don't beat yourself up over the weight gain(I know it's hard not to though).  Most liekly it'll even itself out once you get into 3rd tri.  Everyone packs on weight in 2nd tri.  When I was pregnant with my DD I gained 10lbs in a month.  It never happened again(and I still ate whatever I wanted).  Just hang in there. 

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  • LauraSmarterSpamLauraSmarterSpam member
    I eat my 6 oz yogurt cup with about 1/3 oz Kashi Go Lean.  That could help hold you over a little longer.  The Kashi has lots of fiber and adds extra protein.
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  • aspen970aspen970 member
    Do not let this beat you up!!!! I have gained a pound a week, and can't do anything about it. I feel like sometimes I am eating and have no idea how I got something in my hand. I have had body image issues/food issues since as long as I can remember, so letting go of those feelings has been really hard. If you would like a labor buddy, I would love one! I am due March 28th:)
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  • adreajoyadreajoy member
    I've been doing alot of whole grain pasta and veggie dishes (no cheese or butter or heavy sauce) and that's been working really well for me... the carbs give me plenty of energy (w/o the added sugars from the white pastas)  and the veggies obviously are good for you.... Also, whole wheat bread toast with a little natural peanut butter (my diabetic grandma got me hooked on it-- no added sugar to the pb) is a great snack too
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  • ClovesAClovesA member

    Thanks, everyone!  Thought I should update.  As soon as I posted this DH came into the house and found me moping on the couch.  He asked what was wrong and then he said, "Is it because we didn't start cooking a while ago?"  This kinda made me laugh.  I told him that it was really because of the appt. today.  He was really sweet (he is always so sweet--wanted to get that out there) and he said, "You're just making a good home for the baby."  Then he said, "Look how great the dog turned out!"  HA!  Goofball.

    Anyways, I am going to try your food suggestions.  I know peanut butter (esp. natural) is good.  It hasn't been appealing to me, but I think that I better try it.

    Aspen, I'm due 3/30!  We are almost labor buddies anyways!  Yes, be my buddy.  If my other one ever appears, we'll smoosh her in, too!Smile

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  • jayleigh68jayleigh68 member
    I understand how you feel! I am starving all the time and when I make healthy choices I'm still hungry! It's really hard when healthy doesn't fill up as well as not so healthy. I had gained 10 pounds really quickly and then started exercising. Everything has evened out and so far I haven't gained a ton more. I'm sure your weight will even out too. Don't stress and if you're hungry definitely eat!
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  • questionbox23questionbox23

    Aww your H sounds like a sweetie and he is right!  I think if you are hungry you shouldn't deny yourself, some babies are just more hungry I think.  I am at 17 weeks and 12 lbs, but I also started off about 10 lbs overweight so it should be much less than that.  Also, keep in mind that a few pounds could just be bloat, and that may go away.  Don't be down on yourself, you are making a person! 

     

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  • jengelzjengelz
    Rather than peanut butter (which I'm not a fan of!), go for almond butter. It's 10000000x more delicious and filling (for me anyway). I put it on my apples or a piece of toast. Make sure there is NO SUGAR ADDED because it really doesn't need it. Actually, I've been obsessed with almonds my whole pregnancy. Any time I get a hunger pang and already have eaten, I reach for a handful (about 5-6) of almonds and drink a whole bottle of water. It helps EVERY time!


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  • jengelzjengelz
    I also wanted to add, when you have a salad with just grilled chicken, do you put anything else in it? Chopped hard-boiled egg? Chickpeas? Load it with veggies? Because if it's just a plain old salad with tomatoes and cucumbers, that won't fill you for very long.
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  • aspen970aspen970 member
    Hey there! YGPM!:)
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  • ClovesAClovesA member

    imageaspen970:
    Hey there! YGPM!:)

    Oh, fun!  Embarassing thing: I figured out how to send PM the other day.  No idea how to get my own! Embarrassed Someone help!  What do I do?

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    imageClovesA:

    imageaspen970:
    Hey there! YGPM!:)

    Oh, fun!  Embarassing thing: I figured out how to send PM the other day.  No idea how to get my own! Embarrassed Someone help!  What do I do?

    AHA!  Figured it out.

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  • jgal84jgal84 member
    ((Hugs)) I'm sorry! If it makes you feel any better, I've gained 10lb since my last Dr appt 3 weeks ago. That makes for a grand total of 13lb, and I'm hoping it stays that way until next week at my next Dr appt. I'm hungry all of the time! I know I'm going to get yelled at. I'm not pleased with myself at all.
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