Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy 10/13/01

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – http://bipolar.about.com/cs/pregnurse/ Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy Caution: After reading older articles (which do contain information of significant value), please be sure to review the most recent information on specific medications, as new studies have disproved some older results, particularly with regard to Lithium. Antidepressants and Breastfeeding September 1996. "The primary purpose of this article is to review critically the literature about use of antidepressants during lactation. Strategies for the clinical management of depressed breast-feeding mothers are also suggested." Are Antidepressants Safe for Pregnant Women? April 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding the risks of using Serzone and Klonopin during pregnancy. Are Drugs Safe in Pregnancy? About.com Guide to Pharmacology looks at some of the safety issues and how the FDA categorizes medications in terms of pregnancy. Benzodiazepines During Pregnancy Summary of postings on this subject from Dr. Bob’s Psychopharmacology Tips at the University of Chicago. BTP: Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Lactation November 1997. Comprehensive paper from Biological Therapies in Psychiatry. Depression Medication and Pregnancy September 1996. From Ask the Expert, a question and answer regarding Trazodone and Paxil use during pregnancy. Electroconvulsive Therapy During Pregnancy A 1996 study by Sarah K. Lentz – Dartmouth Medical School – Class of 1997, examining the use of ECT on pregnant women. Experts Publish Review On Pregnancy And Antidepressants Report on results published in the October 6, 1999 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. Is Lithium Safe to Take During Pregnancy? May 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding a woman who was told to discontinue lithium during pregnancy. From May 1998. Lithium in Pregnancy Undated. From Ask Dr. Ivan, a Question and Answer regarding recommendations for a woman stabilized on LiCO3 who wishes to become pregnant. Managing Psychiatric Medications in the Breast-Feeding Woman 1998. Researchers examine the issues and offer guidelines for managing the nursing mother who needs psychotropic medications. MD Pregnancy April 1997. Pregnancy, Maternity and Bipolar Disorder – A practical guide for patients, partners and others. Medication and Pregnancy June 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding risks to fetus when mother uses Clozaril or Risperdal. Medication, Pregnancy and Lactation March 1997. Addresses many types of medications including antidepressants and mood stabilizers. By Australian psychiatrist Michael Block. Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy Evaluates data from several studies and reports results on SSRIs and tricyclic antidepressants used at different stages of pregnancy. Language is highly technical. Pregnancy and Depakote September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer about recent Depakote use and birth defects. Pregnancy & Maternity A practical guideline compiled by the LithiumPlus Werkgroep for manic-depression treatment during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers Risks associated with psychotropic medications during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers for Women With Psychiatric History Undated. Information from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, with emphasis on medication usage and risks. Pregnant and Depressed September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer including whether abortion should be considered for a Bipolar mother. Taking Mood Stabilizers During the Childbearing Years A discussion of the risks involved from NAMI. Treating Pregnant Patients With Psychotropic Drugs A summary of Dr. Laura Miller’s presentation on pregnancy and pharmacotherapy. "It is crucial to try and help these women to manage their illness in a way that will allow them to function as parents, without causing excessive risk to the fetus." Zoloft and Pregnancy August 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding the effects of Zoloft on the fetus/mother/pregnancy.

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – http://bipolar.about.com/cs/pregnurse/ Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy Caution: After reading older articles (which do contain information of significant value), please be sure to review the most recent information on specific medications, as new studies have disproved some older results, particularly with regard to Lithium. Antidepressants and Breastfeeding September 1996. "The primary purpose of this article is to review critically the literature about use of antidepressants during lactation. Strategies for the clinical management of depressed breast-feeding mothers are also suggested." Are Antidepressants Safe for Pregnant Women? April 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding the risks of using Serzone and Klonopin during pregnancy. Are Drugs Safe in Pregnancy? About.com Guide to Pharmacology looks at some of the safety issues and how the FDA categorizes medications in terms of pregnancy. Benzodiazepines During Pregnancy Summary of postings on this subject from Dr. Bob’s Psychopharmacology Tips at the University of Chicago. BTP: Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Lactation November 1997. Comprehensive paper from Biological Therapies in Psychiatry. Depression Medication and Pregnancy September 1996. From Ask the Expert, a question and answer regarding Trazodone and Paxil use during pregnancy. Electroconvulsive Therapy During Pregnancy A 1996 study by Sarah K. Lentz – Dartmouth Medical School – Class of 1997, examining the use of ECT on pregnant women. Experts Publish Review On Pregnancy And Antidepressants Report on results published in the October 6, 1999 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. Is Lithium Safe to Take During Pregnancy? May 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding a woman who was told to discontinue lithium during pregnancy. From May 1998. Lithium in Pregnancy Undated. From Ask Dr. Ivan, a Question and Answer regarding recommendations for a woman stabilized on LiCO3 who wishes to become pregnant. Managing Psychiatric Medications in the Breast-Feeding Woman 1998. Researchers examine the issues and offer guidelines for managing the nursing mother who needs psychotropic medications. MD Pregnancy April 1997. Pregnancy, Maternity and Bipolar Disorder – A practical guide for patients, partners and others. Medication and Pregnancy June 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding risks to fetus when mother uses Clozaril or Risperdal. Medication, Pregnancy and Lactation March 1997. Addresses many types of medications including antidepressants and mood stabilizers. By Australian psychiatrist Michael Block. Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy Evaluates data from several studies and reports results on SSRIs and tricyclic antidepressants used at different stages of pregnancy. Language is highly technical. Pregnancy and Depakote September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer about recent Depakote use and birth defects. Pregnancy & Maternity A practical guideline compiled by the LithiumPlus Werkgroep for manic-depression treatment during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers Risks associated with psychotropic medications during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers for Women With Psychiatric History Undated. Information from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, with emphasis on medication usage and risks. Pregnant and Depressed September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer including whether abortion should be considered for a Bipolar mother. Taking Mood Stabilizers During the Childbearing Years A discussion of the risks involved from NAMI. Treating Pregnant Patients With Psychotropic Drugs A summary of Dr. Laura Miller’s presentation on pregnancy and pharmacotherapy. "It is crucial to try and help these women to manage their illness in a way that will allow them to function as parents, without causing excessive risk to the fetus." Zoloft and Pregnancy August 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding the effects of Zoloft on the fetus/mother/pregnancy.

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Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy 10/13/01

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – http://bipolar.about.com/cs/pregnurse/ Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy Caution: After reading older articles (which do contain information of significant value), please be sure to review the most recent information on specific medications, as new studies have disproved some older results, particularly with regard to Lithium. Antidepressants and Breastfeeding September 1996. "The primary purpose of this article is to review critically the literature about use of antidepressants during lactation. Strategies for the clinical management of depressed breast-feeding mothers are also suggested." Are Antidepressants Safe for Pregnant Women? April 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding the risks of using Serzone and Klonopin during pregnancy. Are Drugs Safe in Pregnancy? About.com Guide to Pharmacology looks at some of the safety issues and how the FDA categorizes medications in terms of pregnancy. Benzodiazepines During Pregnancy Summary of postings on this subject from Dr. Bob’s Psychopharmacology Tips at the University of Chicago. BTP: Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Lactation November 1997. Comprehensive paper from Biological Therapies in Psychiatry. Depression Medication and Pregnancy September 1996. From Ask the Expert, a question and answer regarding Trazodone and Paxil use during pregnancy. Electroconvulsive Therapy During Pregnancy A 1996 study by Sarah K. Lentz – Dartmouth Medical School – Class of 1997, examining the use of ECT on pregnant women. Experts Publish Review On Pregnancy And Antidepressants Report on results published in the October 6, 1999 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. Is Lithium Safe to Take During Pregnancy? May 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding a woman who was told to discontinue lithium during pregnancy. From May 1998. Lithium in Pregnancy Undated. From Ask Dr. Ivan, a Question and Answer regarding recommendations for a woman stabilized on LiCO3 who wishes to become pregnant. Managing Psychiatric Medications in the Breast-Feeding Woman 1998. Researchers examine the issues and offer guidelines for managing the nursing mother who needs psychotropic medications. MD Pregnancy April 1997. Pregnancy, Maternity and Bipolar Disorder – A practical guide for patients, partners and others. Medication and Pregnancy June 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding risks to fetus when mother uses Clozaril or Risperdal. Medication, Pregnancy and Lactation March 1997. Addresses many types of medications including antidepressants and mood stabilizers. By Australian psychiatrist Michael Block. Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy Evaluates data from several studies and reports results on SSRIs and tricyclic antidepressants used at different stages of pregnancy. Language is highly technical. Pregnancy and Depakote September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer about recent Depakote use and birth defects. Pregnancy & Maternity A practical guideline compiled by the LithiumPlus Werkgroep for manic-depression treatment during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers Risks associated with psychotropic medications during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers for Women With Psychiatric History Undated. Information from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, with emphasis on medication usage and risks. Pregnant and Depressed September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer including whether abortion should be considered for a Bipolar mother. Taking Mood Stabilizers During the Childbearing Years A discussion of the risks involved from NAMI. Treating Pregnant Patients With Psychotropic Drugs A summary of Dr. Laura Miller’s presentation on pregnancy and pharmacotherapy. "It is crucial to try and help these women to manage their illness in a way that will allow them to function as parents, without causing excessive risk to the fetus." Zoloft and Pregnancy August 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding the effects of Zoloft on the fetus/mother/pregnancy.

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – http://bipolar.about.com/cs/pregnurse/ Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy Caution: After reading older articles (which do contain information of significant value), please be sure to review the most recent information on specific medications, as new studies have disproved some older results, particularly with regard to Lithium. Antidepressants and Breastfeeding September 1996. "The primary purpose of this article is to review critically the literature about use of antidepressants during lactation. Strategies for the clinical management of depressed breast-feeding mothers are also suggested." Are Antidepressants Safe for Pregnant Women? April 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding the risks of using Serzone and Klonopin during pregnancy. Are Drugs Safe in Pregnancy? About.com Guide to Pharmacology looks at some of the safety issues and how the FDA categorizes medications in terms of pregnancy. Benzodiazepines During Pregnancy Summary of postings on this subject from Dr. Bob’s Psychopharmacology Tips at the University of Chicago. BTP: Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Lactation November 1997. Comprehensive paper from Biological Therapies in Psychiatry. Depression Medication and Pregnancy September 1996. From Ask the Expert, a question and answer regarding Trazodone and Paxil use during pregnancy. Electroconvulsive Therapy During Pregnancy A 1996 study by Sarah K. Lentz – Dartmouth Medical School – Class of 1997, examining the use of ECT on pregnant women. Experts Publish Review On Pregnancy And Antidepressants Report on results published in the October 6, 1999 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. Is Lithium Safe to Take During Pregnancy? May 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding a woman who was told to discontinue lithium during pregnancy. From May 1998. Lithium in Pregnancy Undated. From Ask Dr. Ivan, a Question and Answer regarding recommendations for a woman stabilized on LiCO3 who wishes to become pregnant. Managing Psychiatric Medications in the Breast-Feeding Woman 1998. Researchers examine the issues and offer guidelines for managing the nursing mother who needs psychotropic medications. MD Pregnancy April 1997. Pregnancy, Maternity and Bipolar Disorder – A practical guide for patients, partners and others. Medication and Pregnancy June 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding risks to fetus when mother uses Clozaril or Risperdal. Medication, Pregnancy and Lactation March 1997. Addresses many types of medications including antidepressants and mood stabilizers. By Australian psychiatrist Michael Block. Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy Evaluates data from several studies and reports results on SSRIs and tricyclic antidepressants used at different stages of pregnancy. Language is highly technical. Pregnancy and Depakote September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer about recent Depakote use and birth defects. Pregnancy & Maternity A practical guideline compiled by the LithiumPlus Werkgroep for manic-depression treatment during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers Risks associated with psychotropic medications during pregnancy. Pregnancy Pointers for Women With Psychiatric History Undated. Information from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, with emphasis on medication usage and risks. Pregnant and Depressed September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer including whether abortion should be considered for a Bipolar mother. Taking Mood Stabilizers During the Childbearing Years A discussion of the risks involved from NAMI. Treating Pregnant Patients With Psychotropic Drugs A summary of Dr. Laura Miller’s presentation on pregnancy and pharmacotherapy. "It is crucial to try and help these women to manage their illness in a way that will allow them to function as parents, without causing excessive risk to the fetus." Zoloft and Pregnancy August 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding the effects of Zoloft on the fetus/mother/pregnancy.

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Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy 10/13/01

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LyndaNP <Lynd…@nc.rr.com> wrote in message

news:1f16fnx.15tfwaz1fg6gf9N%LyndaNP@nc.rr.com… – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> From: > http://bipolar.about.com/cs/pregnurse/ > Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy > Caution: After reading older articles (which do contain information of > significant value), please be sure to review the most recent information > on specific medications, as new studies have disproved some older > results, particularly with regard to Lithium. > Antidepressants and Breastfeeding > September 1996. "The primary purpose of this article is to review > critically the literature about use of antidepressants during lactation. > Strategies for the clinical management of depressed breast-feeding > mothers are also suggested." > Are Antidepressants Safe for Pregnant Women? > April 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding the risks > of using Serzone and Klonopin during pregnancy. > Are Drugs Safe in Pregnancy? > About.com Guide to Pharmacology looks at some of the safety issues and > how the FDA categorizes medications in terms of pregnancy. > Benzodiazepines During Pregnancy > Summary of postings on this subject from Dr. Bob’s Psychopharmacology > Tips at the University of Chicago. > BTP: Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Lactation > November 1997. Comprehensive paper from Biological Therapies in > Psychiatry. > Depression Medication and Pregnancy > September 1996. From Ask the Expert, a question and answer regarding > Trazodone and Paxil use during pregnancy. > Electroconvulsive Therapy During Pregnancy > A 1996 study by Sarah K. Lentz – Dartmouth Medical School – Class of > 1997, examining the use of ECT on pregnant women. > Experts Publish Review On Pregnancy And Antidepressants > Report on results published in the October 6, 1999 issue of the Journal > of the American Medical Association. > Is Lithium Safe to Take During Pregnancy? > May 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding a woman who > was told to discontinue lithium during pregnancy. From May 1998. > Lithium in Pregnancy > Undated. From Ask Dr. Ivan, a Question and Answer regarding > recommendations for a woman stabilized on LiCO3 who wishes to become > pregnant. > Managing Psychiatric Medications in the Breast-Feeding Woman > 1998. Researchers examine the issues and offer guidelines for managing > the nursing mother who needs psychotropic medications. > MD Pregnancy > April 1997. Pregnancy, Maternity and Bipolar Disorder – A practical > guide for patients, partners and others. > Medication and Pregnancy > June 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding risks to > fetus when mother uses Clozaril or Risperdal. > Medication, Pregnancy and Lactation > March 1997. Addresses many types of medications including > antidepressants and mood stabilizers. By Australian psychiatrist Michael > Block. > Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy > Evaluates data from several studies and reports results on SSRIs and > tricyclic antidepressants used at different stages of pregnancy. > Language is highly technical. > Pregnancy and Depakote > September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer about recent > Depakote use and birth defects. > Pregnancy & Maternity > A practical guideline compiled by the LithiumPlus Werkgroep for > manic-depression treatment during pregnancy. > Pregnancy Pointers > Risks associated with psychotropic medications during pregnancy. > Pregnancy Pointers for Women With Psychiatric History > Undated. Information from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, > with emphasis on medication usage and risks. > Pregnant and Depressed > September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer including > whether abortion should be considered for a Bipolar mother. > Taking Mood Stabilizers During the Childbearing Years > A discussion of the risks involved from NAMI. > Treating Pregnant Patients With Psychotropic Drugs > A summary of Dr. Laura Miller’s presentation on pregnancy and > pharmacotherapy. "It is crucial to try and help these women to manage > their illness in a way that will allow them to function as parents, > without causing excessive risk to the fetus." > Zoloft and Pregnancy > August 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding the > effects of Zoloft on the fetus/mother/pregnancy.

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On Sat, 13 Oct 2001 15:27:35 GMT, "XPostingXPosters" – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -<lynda…@hotmail.com> wrote: >LyndaNP <Lynd…@nc.rr.com> wrote in message >news:1f16fnx.15tfwaz1fg6gf9N%LyndaNP@nc.rr.com… >> From: >> http://bipolar.about.com/cs/pregnurse/ >> Pregnant, Nursing, Considering Pregnancy >> Caution: After reading older articles (which do contain information of >> significant value), please be sure to review the most recent information >> on specific medications, as new studies have disproved some older >> results, particularly with regard to Lithium. >> Antidepressants and Breastfeeding >> September 1996. "The primary purpose of this article is to review >> critically the literature about use of antidepressants during lactation. >> Strategies for the clinical management of depressed breast-feeding >> mothers are also suggested." >> Are Antidepressants Safe for Pregnant Women? >> April 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding the risks >> of using Serzone and Klonopin during pregnancy. >> Are Drugs Safe in Pregnancy? >> About.com Guide to Pharmacology looks at some of the safety issues and >> how the FDA categorizes medications in terms of pregnancy. >> Benzodiazepines During Pregnancy >> Summary of postings on this subject from Dr. Bob’s Psychopharmacology >> Tips at the University of Chicago. >> BTP: Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Lactation >> November 1997. Comprehensive paper from Biological Therapies in >> Psychiatry. >> Depression Medication and Pregnancy >> September 1996. From Ask the Expert, a question and answer regarding >> Trazodone and Paxil use during pregnancy. >> Electroconvulsive Therapy During Pregnancy >> A 1996 study by Sarah K. Lentz – Dartmouth Medical School – Class of >> 1997, examining the use of ECT on pregnant women. >> Experts Publish Review On Pregnancy And Antidepressants >> Report on results published in the October 6, 1999 issue of the Journal >> of the American Medical Association. >> Is Lithium Safe to Take During Pregnancy? >> May 1998. From Ask Psych Doc, question and answer regarding a woman who >> was told to discontinue lithium during pregnancy. From May 1998. >> Lithium in Pregnancy >> Undated. From Ask Dr. Ivan, a Question and Answer regarding >> recommendations for a woman stabilized on LiCO3 who wishes to become >> pregnant. >> Managing Psychiatric Medications in the Breast-Feeding Woman >> 1998. Researchers examine the issues and offer guidelines for managing >> the nursing mother who needs psychotropic medications. >> MD Pregnancy >> April 1997. Pregnancy, Maternity and Bipolar Disorder – A practical >> guide for patients, partners and others. >> Medication and Pregnancy >> June 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding risks to >> fetus when mother uses Clozaril or Risperdal. >> Medication, Pregnancy and Lactation >> March 1997. Addresses many types of medications including >> antidepressants and mood stabilizers. By Australian psychiatrist Michael >> Block. >> Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy >> Evaluates data from several studies and reports results on SSRIs and >> tricyclic antidepressants used at different stages of pregnancy. >> Language is highly technical. >> Pregnancy and Depakote >> September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer about recent >> Depakote use and birth defects. >> Pregnancy & Maternity >> A practical guideline compiled by the LithiumPlus Werkgroep for >> manic-depression treatment during pregnancy. >> Pregnancy Pointers >> Risks associated with psychotropic medications during pregnancy. >> Pregnancy Pointers for Women With Psychiatric History >> Undated. Information from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, >> with emphasis on medication usage and risks. >> Pregnant and Depressed >> September 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer including >> whether abortion should be considered for a Bipolar mother. >> Taking Mood Stabilizers During the Childbearing Years >> A discussion of the risks involved from NAMI. >> Treating Pregnant Patients With Psychotropic Drugs >> A summary of Dr. Laura Miller’s presentation on pregnancy and >> pharmacotherapy. "It is crucial to try and help these women to manage >> their illness in a way that will allow them to function as parents, >> without causing excessive risk to the fetus." >> Zoloft and Pregnancy >> August 1996. From Ask the Expert, question and answer regarding the >> effects of Zoloft on the fetus/mother/pregnancy.

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post pregnancy weight!

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Hi Sammi, Are you still breastfeeding?  In my case, whilst breastfeeding, my body always held on to a chunk of weight – which is apparently not uncommon. Something to do with still having the resources to feed your child even if you were in a situation where you were unable to feed yourself. — krys UK 157/123/126 Started March 1st 2001 GOAL August 16th 2001 http://community.webshots.com/user/krystrot

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I wonder if anyone else here has / has had the same problem. I had a beautiful little boy 5 months ago! My weight shot down with the breast feeding, but the last 6 kilos refuse to budge. (I put on 22 kilos throughout the pregnancy) I go to weight watchers, go to the gym 5 times a week, but I seem to loose 1 kilo, then put it on again the week after…… Any tips???? Sammi

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I wonder if anyone else here has / has had the same problem. I had a beautiful little boy 5 months ago! My weight shot down with the breast feeding, but the last 6 kilos refuse to budge. (I put on 22 kilos throughout the pregnancy) I go to weight watchers, go to the gym 5 times a week, but I seem to loose 1 kilo, then put it on again the week after…… Any tips???? Sammi

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You must be feeling really frustrated! Can you keep a week of journaling and bring it to your meeting to talk with your leader? Maybe if he/she could go over it with you, on a one-to-one basis, they can help you figure out what you should or shouldn’t be doing? Just a thought, but I don’t think most of the leaders mind doing this when they know someone is having a tough go of it. —  ~ Missy ~ from Alberta, Canada….

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I wonder if anyone else here has / has had the same problem. I had a beautiful little boy 5 months ago! My weight shot down with the breast feeding, but the last 6 kilos refuse to budge. (I put on 22 kilos throughout the pregnancy) I go to weight watchers, go to the gym 5 times a week, but I seem to loose 1 kilo, then put it on again the week after…… Any tips???? Sammi

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Welcome to ASDWW Sammi Here is a list of tips that should help you stay motivated and keep on track.  If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask! 1. Drink lots of water, at least eight – 8 oz glasses a day  PLUS a glass of water for every 25 pounds overweight you are. For information on WHY you need the water… read this article, it is chock full of good reasons.  This is written by Claudia, and is excellent. http://dietchef.ecorp.net/articles/health/water.htm 2.  Here on the ASDWW, we play a game to help each other out.  Every time someone mentions the word "water" in a post, you take a swill from your water glass!  This helps everyone remember to get all their water in.  You are invited to participate. 3. LEARN all you can about the importance of getting to your desired weight.. Whatever way of eating you do, learn all about it. I learned about WW and am making it my life’s journey. That is what we on the ASDWW Newsgroup are doing.. so join us! There is a great website that I like to tell people about built and written by a fellow WW member… she has filled her website with GREAT ideas, tips, ways she lost, before and after pics… I highly recommend you click on this link and look around. I go there for inspiration and motivation. http://www.dottisweightlosszone.com/mystory.html 4. Exercise!! The BEST way to speed up your weight loss, is to add regular exercise to your lifestyle (WOL = way of living).   SHAKE IT UP…  e.g.: do gym cardio one day.. on alternate days do…  walk, hike, dance like a fool in your living room.. don’t let your body have the chance to get used to what you are doing. ) You need to trick it, as your body can adapt and that is where you reach plateaus.  :) 5. Snack during the day using healthy foods. There are a lot of good ideas on here to be had, keep your eyes open. Junk food binges usually happen because your body has had an insulin spike after a meal, and if you satisfy that craving or urge to eat, put something good in your tummy instead of junk.  By eating junk food you slide back, your exercise will have been for nothing, as you are giving your body more fat to store. MAKE YOUR EXERCISE COUNT!!  Nothing tastes as good as slim feels  REMEMBER THAT. ) 6. Ask yourself why you want to lose weight?  Make a list of the reasons you have to lose…  put them in one column….  then ask yourself why you should not lose weight, put those reasons in the other column. I think you will find that you have every reason on earth to get healthy. Many of us were not taught the right way to eat.  Don’t blame your mum,  as she probably didn’t’ know better …  but in this day and age, where information is at our fingertips…  make it your business to learn about all of this! 7. Eat breakfast! It will help you to have energy during the day, and prevent cravings mid morning and lunch time. It also helps your metabolism as your body doesn’t go into starvation mode… and slow your metabolism.  Also, if you are having difficulties making your minimum points for the day, adding a few extra points for breakfast is a great way to make sure you’re eating enough! 8. Set minigoals for yourself… how about setting your goal to lose 5 pounds…  and that is ALL you have to think about… getting down 5 pounds! .  Once you reach that, you set a new number… It helps to say "I have 5 pounds to lose!" 9. Dont’ be in a rush for it all to happen at once…. it took time to put the weight on, it won’t come off in a week or two. Patience. You have a lifetime to get this right, there is no hurry. 10. Get the FAQ’s! http://www.didian.com/asdww/ These FAQ’s were made up for ASDWW by Cindy but now maintained by Diane. It is a list of commonly asked questions here on ASDWW Points calculator http://members.home.net/zythra/webpoints.htm http://members.home.net/zythra/points.exe There are lots of friendly supportive folks around here who have a really good idea of what you’re going through. We’re definitely here to help! No dream comes true until you wake up and go to work. — Anon Good luck -Val

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I wonder if anyone else here has / has had the same problem. I had a beautiful little boy 5 months ago! My weight shot down with the breast feeding, but the last 6 kilos refuse to budge. (I put on 22 kilos throughout the pregnancy) I go to weight watchers, go to the gym 5 times a week, but I seem to loose 1 kilo, then put it on again the week after…… Any tips???? Sammi

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Breastfeeding and the Working Mother

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"Breastfeeding and the Working Mother"    Overview:  More than a collection of tips and first-person anecdotes on dealing with work situations, Breast-feeding and the Working Mother, Revised Edition, is also a complete guide to breast-feeding basics. In addition, it provides a ground breaking section on legal rights, describing landmark cases and outlining in detail what steps women can take to assure their right to breast-feed and work. SC, 216 pages.    Only $3.99 at Book Closeouts http://www.bookcloseouts.com/bc/display_book_author.asp?isbn=03121548… Topic: Family & Parenting, Child Care Author:  Mason, Diane   Publisher: St. Martin’s Press ISBN: 0312154860  

Zyprexa=Antipsychotic…Long

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I recently read a post on ASD from a man who stated his wife was taking Zyrexa for her ST.  Here is what I found….besides the fact that it’s an antipsychotic! Helping Yourself to Feel Better  You may be wondering what to expect from your treatment with ZYPREXA. Whether you are starting treatment with an antipsychotic medication for the first time, or switching from another medication, you may find it helpful to know more about your illness and how ZYPREXA can help you feel better. This booklet explains why you may be having symptoms and how to take ZYPREXA so that you can get the best results from your treatment. Understanding the Way You’re Feeling Many of the thoughts and experiences you’re having are symptoms of an illness. You may experience psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations — you may see, hear, or feel something that may be out of place, unexpected, or hard to explain at first. Most often, other people will not experience these things. Voices and strange visions are common types of hallucinations. Delusions (believing things that nobody else agrees with) and disorganized thinking (thoughts that are confusing or that race through your mind) are also types of psychotic symptoms. You may feel like your mind is flooded with pieces of information that don’t make sense. Many people feel as if they have little energy. Apathy (lack of interest in doing things) and withdrawal from other people and activities you used to enjoy are also symptoms of mental illness. What Is Causing These Symptoms? There is a medical reason why these things are happening to you. Mental illnesses are medical illnesses, just as diabetes and high blood pressure are medical illnesses. Having a mental illness doesn’t mean you’re a weak person or that your family did anything to cause it. One explanation for these symptoms is that there may be an imbalance of chemicals in the brain — it’s not known why this happens to some people and not to others. Psychotic symptoms are associated with many medical conditions. Some of these conditions include severe stress, medical illnesses such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, and excessive drug or alcohol use. How ZYPREXA Works to Relieve Your Symptoms ZYPREXA belongs to a new class of medicines called "atypical" antipsychotics. It is believed to work by adjusting the imbalance of chemicals in the brain. Although ZYPREXA cannot cure your symptoms, it can help you manage your symptoms as you continue your treatment. If you stop taking it, your symptoms are likely to return in the near future. That’s why it’s important to take your dose of ZYPREXA every day, even after your symptoms go away and you’re feeling well. Give Yourself Time to Feel Better When you start taking ZYPREXA, keep in mind that it can take several weeks of the medication before you notice  a difference in the way you feel. The most important thing about taking ZYPREXA is to take it the way your doctor has recommended — the right dose, every day. What to Do if You Miss a Dose If you miss a dose of ZYPREXA by a few hours, take the dose when you remember. If most of the day has passed, wait until your next scheduled dose. Do not take 2 doses at once unless your doctor tells you to do so. Things You Can Do to Remember Your Dose Some of the suggestions below may help you remember when it’s time to take your dose of ZYPREXA: Take your ZYPREXA at the same time each day or when you do a certain activity every day, such as eating breakfast or brushing your teeth. Keep track of when you take your ZYPREXA — for instance, make a check mark on the date on your calendar after you’ve taken your dose. Use a pill container to set up your daily medicines. Find one that holds a week’s worth of medicine at a time. Ask a friend or family member to remind you when to take your dose of ZYPREXA. Always remember to follow your doctor’s instructions on dosing. ZYPREXA is generally taken once daily with or without meals, and it is available in four tablet strengths: 2.5, 5, 7.5, and 10 mg. Managing Possible Unwanted Effects of Treatment During treatment with antipsychotic medications, people may experience unwanted effects. Some of these may merely be bothersome; others may be more serious. Medicines affect different people in different ways. Although you may not experience unwanted effects, it is important for you to be aware of the serious ones that can occur and discuss them with your doctor. Unwanted Effects Reported With Antipsychotics Some people taking antipsychotics have experienced postural hypotension (lightheadedness or faintness caused by rising too quickly from a sitting or lying position). If this happens while you are taking ZYPREXA, it may help to pause for a moment before standing, then get up slowly. Talk to your doctor about other ways to manage this effect. If you’ve ever been treated with antipsychotic medicines before, you may have heard about or even experienced an unwanted effect called tardive dyskinesia (jerky or slow, involuntary, continuous movements of the tongue, jaw, trunk, or extremities). Tell your doctor if you have ever experienced any movement disorders. Some people have experienced seizures while taking antipsychotics. If you have a history of seizures, if your doctor has said that you may be prone to seizures, or if you have a seizure while taking ZYPREXA, tell your doctor immediately. Unwanted Effects Commonly Reported With ZYPREXA In clinical trials, unwanted effects commonly reported with ZYPREXA were dizziness, drowsiness, restlessness, and weight gain. Less common effects were constipation and inappropriate behavior. Dizziness If you feel dizzy either at the beginning or during continued treatment with ZYPREXA, be careful while doing activities until you have adjusted to the new feeling. This unwanted effect usually improves as you continue with your treatment. If you are concerned about this effect, ask your doctor to help you manage it. Drowsiness You may feel drowsy when you are taking ZYPREXA. Be especially careful when driving or doing other activities that require you to be alert, until you see how you react to ZYPREXA. Restlessness/Movement Effects Some people experience an intense feeling of fidgetiness or restlessness — mentally and physically they find it hard to sit still, and need to walk or move around. This effect can be managed or eliminated with your doctor’s help. Restlessness can be a type of movement effect called an extrapyramidal symptom, or EPS. Other EPS effects (tremors, muscle stiffness) can occur with treatment. Such effects were reported at a low rate in clinical studies with ZYPREXA. Weight Gain Some people may experience weight gain over several weeks. If you are concerned about this, speak with your  doctor. Your doctor may suggest changes in your activity and eating habits to help you manage changes in weight. Other Events Some people taking ZYPREXA have experienced effects such as constipation and inappropriate behavior. If you are bothered by these effects, talk to your doctor about how to manage them. If you think you are experiencing any unwanted effects with your treatment, whether they seem related to the medication or not, please consult your doctor. What You Should Discuss With Your Doctor Be sure to discuss the following: The use of nonprescription and prescription drugs may interact with ZYPREXA and possibly reduce its effectiveness The effects of smoking on your treatment The use of alcoholic beverages — alcohol should be avoided while taking ZYPREXA Dehydration or getting overheated — drink plenty of fluids while taking ZYPREXA. Discuss with your doctor the kinds of activities you should avoid (if any) Possible changes in hormonal activity or enzyme levels If you have been told that you have symptoms of liver disease If you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant while taking ZYPREXA If you are planning to breast-feed — you should NOT take ZYPREXA while breast-feeding. When to Call Your Doctor Call your doctor right away if:   Your symptoms get worse or you have new symptoms You think you have any unwanted effects You feel extremely discouraged, feel you may lose control, or may hurt yourself or other people. Tips to Improve Your Overall Treatment Visit Your Doctor Regularly It’s important to keep your appointments so that your doctor can check to make sure your treatment is working the way it should. Take Your Medication Regularly Taking your ZYPREXA the way your doctor has prescribed will help control your symptoms, so that they are less likely to return. Reach Out to Others for Support People who experience psychotic symptoms often feel isolated. It’s hard to manage your symptoms and regain control over your life if you try to do it alone. You may find it easier if you reach out to others. Speak with other people who have had symptoms and experiences similar to your own — they can suggest ways to manage your symptoms and where to get help if you need it. Most areas have clubs, support groups, and other organized groups for people to meet and exchange ideas and experiences. The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (called "NAMI") can also help you find people you can talk to. You can call them at 1-800-950-6264. They can give you information about the support group in your area. Complete information about ZYPREXA has been provided to your doctor. If you have any questions about ZYPREXA, please talk to your doctor. 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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Anyone got any tips on regaining fitness after a c-section birth?! From running 56mins for 10miles I can now only barely reach 7 min miling, four months after having my son. I find it difficult to set a programme which isnt too demoralizing and would greatly appreciate any advice which would help me get back on track. Regards Deb C Don’t you think 7 minutes a mile is good? Why are you demoralized running 7min per mile?  You didn’t start running 10 miles in 56 min did you? So stick with it and be patient.  You’re not Superwoman, so don’t try to be.  No one thinks less of you for being slightly slower after a c-section, so why should you.         I think what you’r doing is quite amazing. Keep it up ded chick!

I agree with the previous poster, Deb, it takes time to come back even with a non-C-section! Different women (obviously) take different amounts of time, but the ligaments and bones, the muscles all take say, up to 18 months, to get back to pre-pregnancy condition. One variable might be whether or not you’re breast feeding. I exercised all through pregnancy, but 4 months after delivery, top speed over 3 miles was like 8 minutes per mile. I wasn’t as fast as you, but right before I got pregnant I ran a 18:52 5K. My girl is just now 16 months, and I just ran a 19:48 5K, which I’m extremely happy about! It’s only been the last few (5) months where I’ve been able to run "fast". It will seem like forever, but you’ll get back to it! I felt better about it when I realized that I was indeed making progress. I wasn’t going to break any personal records the summer after I delivered, but I was able to enjoy running anyway. Keep it up – consistency, not intensity, is the key to coming back. Megan

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Anyone got any tips on regaining fitness after a c-section birth?! From running 56mins for 10miles I can now only barely reach 7 min miling, four months after having my son. I find it difficult to set a programme which isnt too demoralizing and would greatly appreciate any advice which would help me get back on track. Regards Deb C

Hi Deb- I have had 2 c-sections and 1 natural birth. Comparativly speaking, the recovery for the c-sections is longer, of course. Remember-they cut through muscle and tissue to get the baby-not to mention the stress of the baby for 9 months on your body. Dont be so hard on yourself-now is the time to prioritize. Your health-long term-is more important then quickly building up to the pace you once had. You wont be good to you or your baby if you injure yourself, or become to pre-occupied with this. Believe me when I say this-after 3 children(the youngest is 3 yrs), I think I am in the best shape I have been in since high school. Please give it some more time!! Allison Duffy

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Anyone got any tips on regaining fitness after a c-section birth?! From running 56mins for 10miles I can now only barely reach 7 min miling, four months after having my son. I find it difficult to set a programme which isnt too demoralizing and would greatly appreciate any advice which would help me get back on track. Regards Deb C

In order to go fast one needs to go slow.  I don’t know if this is your first child or not.  If it is, I would say that you have run your most difficult marathon.  The c-section is minor, compared to the life-style change and the deep emotional/psychological changes which go with birthing. I was ready to run a sub-three hour marathon when my first daughter was born.  I ran the marathon about 10- days after she was born.  I missed the sub-three, by one hour and five minutes.  I realized that the impact of the birth on me emotionally was more than I had thought.  The physical act of putting myself under the pseudo stress of doing a marathon brought out just how much of an impact there was.  I went back to the Rose Bowl marathon about 2 weeks later and did an easy 3:20. Also not knowing what the actualy surgery did, it’s better to move slowly at your 7 minute pace and work on good form, knowing you’ll recover your speed soon enough. — In health and on the run, Ozzie Gontang Maintainer-rec.running FAQ Director, San Diego Marathon Clinic,  est. 1975

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There’s a lot of information there and a _lot_ of encouragement. In the meantime, enjoy the process of coming back without focusing too much on the past or the distance of the future. Best wishes

Also, remember that your body is different now. For me, some of the muscle that I had prepregnancy was simply gone and I had to rebuild. Also, you have a greater stress on your body now that you have an infant who probably isn’t sleeping through the night. It is hard to easily get up and run 10K after a sleepless night.  I started running again three weeks postpartum and got back into mileage by 3 months. I didn’t get my time down for another 4 months after getting my mileage up. Look at it as an experiment and as a bit of an adventure. What fun would it be to constantly run with the same body.? There is a bit of satisfaction in watching your body regain a new level of fitness. I took the attitude that I was a new runner and started running again as though I had never run before.         There are many great runners who run equal to if not better than prepregnancy. Ceci St. Geme would be one (check out the v.30 no.10 p.72 article of Runner’s World). She won 5,000 meters USATF Championship in 1994. This issue has a related article on running mothers in the Olympics.  IT is worthchecking out when you feel down. Erika

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Anyone got any tips on regaining fitness after a c-section birth?! From running 56mins for 10miles I can now only barely reach 7 min miling, four months after having my son. I find it difficult to set a programme which isnt too demoralizing and would greatly appreciate any advice which would help me get back on track. Regards Deb C

Don’t you think 7 minutes a mile is good? Why are you demoralized running 7min per mile?  You didn’t start running 10 miles in 56 min did you? So stick with it and be patient.  You’re not Superwoman, so don’t try to be.  No one thinks less of you for being slightly slower after a c-section, so why should you.         I think what you’r doing is quite amazing. Keep it up ded chick!  GET The Edge Personal Coaching  THE Products & Service with Quality http://www.cyberus.ca/~edge/home2.htm

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Anyone got any tips on regaining fitness after a c-section birth?! From running 56mins for 10miles I can now only barely reach 7 min miling, four months after having my son. I find it difficult to set a programme which isnt too demoralizing and would greatly appreciate any advice which would help me get back on track. Regards Deb C

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: Anyone got any tips on regaining fitness after a c-section : birth?! : From running 56mins for 10miles I can now only barely reach 7 min : miling, four months after having my son. I find it difficult to : set a programme which isnt too demoralizing and would greatly : appreciate any advice which would help me get back on track. Deb, Take a look at the "Running on Full" Web site:         http://www.lifematters.com/rofintro.html There’s a lot of information there and a _lot_ of encouragement. In the meantime, enjoy the process of coming back without focusing too much on the past or the distance of the future. Best wishes!   /      http://www.teleport.com/~pmotion …. Running, HRMs and More

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