Thread for pregnant ladies???

[pinkchocolatedaisy]

I'm not pregnant, but I know there are some ladies on this board that are. Would any of you mind sharing your reggie or how it has changed since becoming pregnant? Or can we make this a thread to support all the preggers and planning to be? I want to start trying to get preggo in August so I'm wondering if I need to modify my regimen significantly. I am sure this would help not just me but several other ladies. I tried a search and most came up with an abundance of OT threads.

TIA

 

[naturalgurl]

That's nice. I do know that pregnant women can't use lots of things because it can cause premature labor. I will be TTC around August too (with my old a$$). I want ONE MORE! So, let's have the info!!!!!

 

[Lady Esquire]

GREAT THREAD!

I did not change my regimen drastically. Off of the top of my head, here are some slight hair and diet related changes:


Of course, we all know to keep up with pre-natals and iron. However I had a hard time keeping the vits up. They made me hella nauseous, with every pregnancy. So I would increase my diet in healthy foods, veggies, low fat, etc... The prenatals contain folic acid, which help prevent malformations of spinal cord and brain. However, dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, dried beans, and whole grains all are high in folic acid...so I increased these in my diet heavily.


Water: the cure for everything. I try to sip on water throughout the day. If you have slight cramps or a headache, before you take pain medication, most times it is due to a lack of water, try that first.

Experts say it is safe to use commercial hair dyes, however I would avoid synthetic chemical colors that emit strong fumes during the process. Permanent dye is said to be unsafe as well. Also, if you visit a salon that uses a heat lamp for certain chemical treatments, avoid this. In general, if you go to a salon that has poor ventilation, avoid that too. I use henna to color my hair, which is all natural and considered very safe. (Also fumes in general are harmful: ie. Paint, cigarette smoke, etc.)


The oils you use on your hair ideally should be natural virgin oils. However there are a few oils to avoid (or at least use sparingly or cautiously):
Rosemary oil (or any products containing rosemary oil)
Basil Extract (or any products containing it)
Sage Oil ...
Dill Seed Oil ...
Hyssop Oil (“) ...

Most of us shampoo often, and in our showers. Keep the water at room temp, not steaming hot (for those of us that are lobsters). High temps draw blood away from the fetus. Stay away from hot tubs all together. Heating pads set on low or on normal are okay, but stay away from placing them directly on your belly, and do not use it for too long.



Limit your intake of certain types of fish (those with mercury, ie. Shark, Mackerel, Swordfish, and some others). No need to cut out fish all together, simply limit. Large consumptions of mercury can lead to brain malformations. My doc said to cut back to no more than 2 times per week to be safe.

I would stay away from raw fish (sushi) the entire pregnancy. Since we are on the topic of raw, I would stay away from rare, uncooked beef. If you normally take your steaks/beef rare or medium, stop this during pregnancy.


I have read that soft cheeses have harmful bacteria, such as cambmambert, brie, and certain Latin white cheeses.

Aromatherapy: avoid massage oils, pillow sprays, and bath products. Use the natural oils instead, i.e.: lavender, citrusoils, and chamomile.


Coffee and Tea: I cut out coffee while pregnant because I am severely anemic, but you can keep it in your diet, and limit it to only 300 mg per day. Also, tea is safe, but limit to 300 mg per day as well.


Peanut Butter – may increase baby's chance of developing a nut allergy (esp if you have a history of allergies in your family). I did not cut out, but I did cut back, just in case.


If you get sick or suffer nasal allergies, try to stay away from antihistamines, and look for alternatives from your doc/pharm.


Off topic, if you're spotting, never use a tampon, use a pad instead, until you see your doc.




I try not to live in a bubble while I am pregnant, but it is good to be AWARE. Lastly, I do not use pregnancy as an excuse to overeat. The baby does not need you to eat an exaggerated amount of food. Increase your calorie intake by about 500-750 cals per day (healthy cals though). But on the other hand, please do not diet, that is just plain selfish, in my opinion. Eat often, but try to avoid having extremely large and unhealthy meals at once. Be sensible.

Good luck.

 

[trini_rican]

We already have an official pregnancy thread here http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?p=4231909#post4231909

HTHs

Edited to add there's also a Trying to Conceive thread with lots of tips on diet and other things that can assists with your efforts to get preggy.

 

[kelkel]

I am at the beginning of my 2nd trimester.... I have been taking my prenatal vits as well as my cod liver oil for the omega 3's and DHA..........I have been looking at my biotin bottle like.... why not ?

but haven't dared to touch it..... I have an appointment next week and will ask my obgyn is biotin okay.... I read somewhere that it is, but you know how the internet can be with sketchy info.

 

[pinkchocolatedaisy]

We already have an official pregnancy thread here http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?p=4231909#post4231909

HTHs

Edited to add there's also a Trying to Conceive thread with lots of tips on diet and other things that can assists with your efforts to get preggy.

No, no no. I mean a thread for pregnant ladies/planning to- while also growing their hair. what about a preggo-hair growth support thread? We have all other types of hair support threads.

 

[Mystic]

Great thread -I am looking to start trying n August as well.

I'm not pregnant, but I know there are some ladies on this board that are. Would any of you mind sharing your reggie or how it has changed since becoming pregnant? Or can we make this a thread to support all the preggers and planning to be? I want to start trying to get preggo in August so I'm wondering if I need to modify my regimen significantly. I am sure this would help not just me but several other ladies. I tried a search and most came up with an abundance of OT threads.

TIA

 

[trini_rican]

No, no no. I mean a thread for pregnant ladies/planning to- while also growing their hair. what about a preggo-hair growth support thread? We have all other types of hair support threads.

Oh, I'm sorry. Sounds like a terrific idea.

 

[Mystic]

WOW!! Thanks for sharing.

GREAT THREAD!

I did not change my regimen drastically. Off of the top of my head, here are some slight hair and diet related changes:


Of course, we all know to keep up with pre-natals and iron. However I had a hard time keeping the vits up. They made me hella nauseous, with every pregnancy. So I would increase my diet in healthy foods, veggies, low fat, etc... The prenatals contain folic acid, which help prevent malformations of spinal cord and brain. However, dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, dried beans, and whole grains all are high in folic acid...so I increased these in my diet heavily.


Water: the cure for everything. I try to sip on water throughout the day. If you have slight cramps or a headache, before you take pain medication, most times it is due to a lack of water, try that first.

Experts say it is safe to use commercial hair dyes, however I would avoid synthetic chemical colors that emit strong fumes during the process. Permanent dye is said to be unsafe as well. Also, if you visit a salon that uses a heat lamp for certain chemical treatments, avoid this. In general, if you go to a salon that has poor ventilation, avoid that too. I use henna to color my hair, which is all natural and considered very safe. (Also fumes in general are harmful: ie. Paint, cigarette smoke, etc.)


The oils you use on your hair ideally should be natural virgin oils. However there are a few oils to avoid (or at least use sparingly or cautiously):
Rosemary oil (or any products containing rosemary oil)
Basil Extract (or any products containing it)
Sage Oil ...
Dill Seed Oil ...
Hyssop Oil (“) ...

Most of us shampoo often, and in our showers. Keep the water at room temp, not steaming hot (for those of us that are lobsters). High temps draw blood away from the fetus. Stay away from hot tubs all together. Heating pads set on low or on normal are okay, but stay away from placing them directly on your belly, and do not use it for too long.



Limit your intake of certain types of fish (those with mercury, ie. Shark, Mackerel, Swordfish, and some others). No need to cut out fish all together, simply limit. Large consumptions of mercury can lead to brain malformations. My doc said to cut back to no more than 2 times per week to be safe.

I would stay away from raw fish (sushi) the entire pregnancy. Since we are on the topic of raw, I would stay away from rare, uncooked beef. If you normally take your steaks/beef rare or medium, stop this during pregnancy.


I have read that soft cheeses have harmful bacteria, such as cambmambert, brie, and certain Latin white cheeses.

Aromatherapy: avoid massage oils, pillow sprays, and bath products. Use the natural oils instead, i.e.: lavender, citrusoils, and chamomile.


Coffee and Tea: I cut out coffee while pregnant because I am severely anemic, but you can keep it in your diet, and limit it to only 300 mg per day. Also, tea is safe, but limit to 300 mg per day as well.


Peanut Butter – may increase baby's chance of developing a nut allergy (esp if you have a history of allergies in your family). I did not cut out, but I did cut back, just in case.


If you get sick or suffer nasal allergies, try to stay away from antihistamines, and look for alternatives from your doc/pharm.


Off topic, if you're spotting, never use a tampon, use a pad instead, until you see your doc.




I try not to live in a bubble while I am pregnant, but it is good to be AWARE. Lastly, I do not use pregnancy as an excuse to overeat. The baby does not need you to eat an exaggerated amount of food. Increase your calorie intake by about 500-750 cals per day (healthy cals though). But on the other hand, please do not diet, that is just plain selfish, in my opinion. Eat often, but try to avoid having extremely large and unhealthy meals at once. Be sensible.

Good luck.

 

[Qualitee]

[quote=mshottienelson;4235927]No, no no. I mean a thread for pregnant ladies/planning to- while also growing their hair. what about a preggo-hair growth support thread? We have all other types of hair support threads.[/quote]
start one

 

[InquiringMind]

I just had a baby in December and I didn't get a perm the whole time while I was pregnant. I also kept my hair in full head sew ins which was much more convenient. My hair grew alot!! also, drink plenty of water (i drank over 64 oz every day), take a prenatal, and omega 3 vitamin.

 

[poetist]

I'm almost 3 months with my first baby. I def need to get some Omega 3's. I thought my flax would suffice, but apparently it's not recommended.

 

[onejamifan]

doing the bump