I’m 3 months pregnant and have gained 9 pounds in 2 months.
I'm 3 months pregnant and have gained 9 pounds in 2 months. I'm not sure what I should eat. Fruits, especially citrus fruits are good, aren't they? My doctor gave me a list with haddock and whitefish on it. I don't eat those. What should I eat?
You should slow your weight gain as you...
What should a non-birth mother do if she wants to nurse her infant child?
Could you please answer what a non-birth mother should do (nutritionally) if she wants to nurse her infant child?
First, I would suggest talking to a lactation consultant for how-to breastfeed an adopted baby. Contact your state public health department, WIC or a certified lactation consultant to locate qualified professionals. You will need to prepare...
I am 23 weeks pregnant and would really like to know how many calories are?
I'm wondering if you can answer my question in regard to calories and pregnancy. I am 23 weeks pregnant and would really like to know how many calories are adequate for someone in my situation.
I exercise every day. I do weight work for 20 to 30 minutes and also cardiovascular (treadmill and bike) for...
I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Disease (PCOS), told to lose weight and given the pill.
Although I certainly agree with you that testimonials are no way to practice science or choose a diet, I'd like to share with you my experiences. Last year, after severely injuring my back, I finally decided to get help to lose weight. I am a 5'4"34-year-old female whose weight began ballooning at the age...
My doctor told me I should gain 20 to 24 pounds during my pregnancy and was on a diet to lose weight.
My doctor told me I should gain 20 to 24 pounds during my pregnancy. I just found out I'm pregnant and I was on a diet to lose weight. So far, I have lost 10 pounds and I'm discouraged that I have to gain again.
Listen to your doctor. He/she can guide you through your...
I am pregnant and can you give me info on my weight gain?
I just found out that I am pregnant and I went on your Healthy Body Calculator and it said I was overweight. I'm 5 feet 2 inches", 128 pounds, very active and I look good. I'm a size 6 and I am really worried that it said that I should gain to 158-168 pounds...
Could my diet or my extra weight be interfering with my chances at conceiving?
I had a baby 20 months ago and haven't been able to lose the 20 - 25 extra pounds since then. I want to have more children. My husband and I have been trying to no avail to have another child. Could my diet or my extra weight be interfering with my chances at...
My daughter is 7 months pregnant and the corners of her mouth are so cracked. I’m concerned that she has a vitamin deficiency. Any advice that will help her?
My daughter is 7 months pregnant and the corners of her mouth are so cracked that the skin is growing back crooked. I'm concerned that she has a vitamin deficiency, although she takes vitamins. Any advice or a cream that will help her? Thank you.
Does she drink milk? If not, she could have...
How many calories I should be taking to make sure my breast milk has enough calories and nutrition?
I am a 23-year-old female that is breastfeeding a three-week-old infant. I was wondering how many calories I should be taking to make sure my breast milk has enough calories and nutrition for my baby?
I am wanting to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight. I was 147 pounds when I got pregnant and I...
I had a daughter 3 yeas ago, gained about 60 pounds, and just can’t lose the last 20.
I had a daughter 3 years ago. I gained about 60 pounds while pregnant. I dropped 40 of those pounds, but I just can't seem to lose the last 20. Before her, I weighed 125 pounds. I now weigh around 143 pounds. I have kept this weight pretty constant over that 3 year period...