I would love alittle advice! Please....

aliciahelene Posted: Jul 16, 2003 01:34 PM

I would love alittle advice! Please....

My sister has suffered three miscarriages, has been going to a specialist and is now pregnant again..we are praying ALOT. I hate to turn around and make this about me..which is why Ia m asking you all and not her..my wedding is in 6 months, we plan to start trying immediately..is there anything I should start doing now that would be beneficial. I was told to get off of the pill a few months before..so I will do that..but is there anything else?
Im 32 and we still want a big family..so any advice which could help me I would very much appraciate! Thanks so much!

jenny11.9 Posted: Jul 16, 2003 01:40 PM

Re: I would love alittle advice! Please....

you can take a good multi-vitamin with folic acid. Any vitamin for women now has the right amount that we all need. FDA passed that rule pretty recently. You could quit smoking, cut back on drinking and caffeine. Maybe start a yoga class or excersise regimen that keeps you calm and focused.

Just take care of you!

Claud2001 Posted: Jul 16, 2003 01:42 PM

Re: I would love alittle advice! Please....

Have you spoken to your OB about your plans? I am sure he/she would be able to give you appropriate guidelines, based upon your medical history.

In general, get plenty of rest and excercise, drink lots of water, take your vitamins and start supplementing with folic acid. Limit caffeine intake to one or two cups per day.

You might want to read 'Taking Charge of Your Fertility.' It is very helpful in learn about your body's fertile times. Best wishes to you and CONGRATS to your sister!

aliciahelene Posted: Jul 16, 2003 02:00 PM

Re: I would love alittle advice! Please....

Oh Thankyou so much! I definately should start cutting out caffeine now then..I drink diet coke all day long..I dont really have an OB..I go for my regular yearly checkups, but was going to a DR. at school, but am going to be at a new school in teh fall..so as of now..I dont have a regular doctor. I didnt know about the folic acid..will start taking that as well. I will also buy that book..I know my sister had it. Thansk so much! Just yoru two responses alone were very helpful!!!