Comments for Get Pregnant Girl Help http://www.getpregnantgirl.com Proven Methods To Help Women Get Pregnant. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 22:59:44 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 hourly 1 Comment on Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now by Anonymous http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/comment-page-1/#comment-7480 Anonymous Mon, 06 Sep 2010 22:59:44 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/#comment-7480 <i>Review by for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Getting-Pregnant-What-Need-Right/dp/0684864045%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0684864045" rel="nofollow">Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/1.png" ></b> There is some good info here, no doubt. Especially the information about IVF/GIFT. However, I wound up feeling more scared than anything else. The author presents a myriad of possible things that could currently be wrong or could go wrong. He suggests that the radiation from a TV set could render one infertile. That seems a bit over the top to me. He also suggests writing the company that makes your computer monitor to see how much radiation it emits. There are also a bunch of other bizarre suggestions that seem more hurtful than helpful. I would avoid this unless you feel you are up for hearing a lot of cautionary messages about why you may not be able to conceive. I read this and thought, "It's a wonder ANYONE gets pregnant!" If you are looking for a more empowering pregnancy book I would suggest "Taking Charge of Your Fertility." Review by for Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now
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There is some good info here, no doubt. Especially the information about IVF/GIFT. However, I wound up feeling more scared than anything else. The author presents a myriad of possible things that could currently be wrong or could go wrong. He suggests that the radiation from a TV set could render one infertile. That seems a bit over the top to me. He also suggests writing the company that makes your computer monitor to see how much radiation it emits. There are also a bunch of other bizarre suggestions that seem more hurtful than helpful. I would avoid this unless you feel you are up for hearing a lot of cautionary messages about why you may not be able to conceive. I read this and thought, “It’s a wonder ANYONE gets pregnant!” If you are looking for a more empowering pregnancy book I would suggest “Taking Charge of Your Fertility.”

]]> Comment on Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now by Anonymous http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/comment-page-1/#comment-7479 Anonymous Mon, 06 Sep 2010 22:42:35 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/#comment-7479 <i>Review by for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Getting-Pregnant-What-Need-Right/dp/0684864045%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0684864045" rel="nofollow">Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/3.png" ></b> Although I found some parts informative, I found a lot of the info more alarmist than helpful at this stage in my life (30, trying to conceive for the first time about now). It tells you way too much about all the things that can go wrong with fertility, all the things to avoid or else you won't conceive, to get a fertility test etc. Yes it also tells you how to time sex so you have more chance of conceiving fast, and what to eat. But basically, if you are thinking about/have just started to try conceiving, and are not in a particularly "at risk" category (not alcoholic, heavy smoker, HIV or other STDs, drug user, obese, anorexic/bulimic, serious chronic illness) this book will make you think it is really difficult to get pregnant and bring it to term and will stress you rather than help you. It IS normal not to get pregnant immediately, and unless you have been trying for several months unsuccessfully you should not stress (says my OB/GYN!)that you cannot have children. So this book gives way more info than what you need to know right now... Review by for Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now
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Although I found some parts informative, I found a lot of the info more alarmist than helpful at this stage in my life (30, trying to conceive for the first time about now). It tells you way too much about all the things that can go wrong with fertility, all the things to avoid or else you won’t conceive, to get a fertility test etc. Yes it also tells you how to time sex so you have more chance of conceiving fast, and what to eat. But basically, if you are thinking about/have just started to try conceiving, and are not in a particularly “at risk” category (not alcoholic, heavy smoker, HIV or other STDs, drug user, obese, anorexic/bulimic, serious chronic illness) this book will make you think it is really difficult to get pregnant and bring it to term and will stress you rather than help you. It IS normal not to get pregnant immediately, and unless you have been trying for several months unsuccessfully you should not stress (says my OB/GYN!)that you cannot have children. So this book gives way more info than what you need to know right now…

]]> Comment on Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now by Carol C. http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/comment-page-1/#comment-7478 Carol C. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 22:05:32 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/#comment-7478 <i>Review by Carol C. for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Getting-Pregnant-What-Need-Right/dp/0684864045%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0684864045" rel="nofollow">Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/4.png" ></b> This book goes into excruciating detail about fertility and all factors that may enhance or detract from fertility. You'll learn more about the female and male reproductive systems from this book than you'll learn from any biology course. The authors discuss in detail all types of things that can threaten fertility (endometriosis, PID, fibroid tumors, ovarian cysts, abortions, IUDs, ectopic pregnancies) and discusses how to avoid them. They also cover workplace threats to fertility, STDs, how your OB can help protect your fertility -- After discussing fertility issues, the authors move to how to conceive, discussing sex, body fat & dieting, fitness, stress, diet, and other preparations. The book even boasts of a "revolutionary fertility diet." Finally, the authors discuss the many ways that science can help you conceive -- fertility surgeries, treatments for male infertility, drugs, artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization, and donor egg and embryo transplant. I found this book to be like a textbook of sorts -- comprehensive & full of "evidence" and "facts." Frankly, I think there is way too much information in the book to be useful as a general guide; rather it would be more useful as a reference book for how to deal with specific issues. Nonetheless, given the pain associated with fertility issues, it's all worth a try. Review by Carol C. for Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now
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This book goes into excruciating detail about fertility and all factors that may enhance or detract from fertility. You’ll learn more about the female and male reproductive systems from this book than you’ll learn from any biology course. The authors discuss in detail all types of things that can threaten fertility (endometriosis, PID, fibroid tumors, ovarian cysts, abortions, IUDs, ectopic pregnancies) and discusses how to avoid them. They also cover workplace threats to fertility, STDs, how your OB can help protect your fertility — After discussing fertility issues, the authors move to how to conceive, discussing sex, body fat & dieting, fitness, stress, diet, and other preparations. The book even boasts of a “revolutionary fertility diet.” Finally, the authors discuss the many ways that science can help you conceive — fertility surgeries, treatments for male infertility, drugs, artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization, and donor egg and embryo transplant. I found this book to be like a textbook of sorts — comprehensive & full of “evidence” and “facts.” Frankly, I think there is way too much information in the book to be useful as a general guide; rather it would be more useful as a reference book for how to deal with specific issues. Nonetheless, given the pain associated with fertility issues, it’s all worth a try.

]]> Comment on Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now by christinemm - The Thinking Mother http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/comment-page-1/#comment-7477 christinemm - The Thinking Mother Mon, 06 Sep 2010 21:53:22 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/#comment-7477 <i>Review by christinemm - The Thinking Mother for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Getting-Pregnant-What-Need-Right/dp/0684864045%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0684864045" rel="nofollow">Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/5.png" ></b> I unintentionally stumbled upon this book in a bookstore in 1996 while trying to conceive my first child. I was not having fertility problems but before reading this book was going on information from my OB/GYN about how to achieve pregnancy regarding timing of relations and the "window of opportunity" for conception. I figured I'd read the book for the heck of it to see if there was something useful in it that went above and beyond the information my doctor already provided me with. I was happy to find a very easy to read format and very understandable information. I was surprised to find different information regarding timing of relations with ovulation than my own doctor had given me. Specifically I learned that if I followed my doctor's method, conception would be far less likely to take place (according to the author/doctor) than if I followed the information recommended in his book. I learned the details of the fertility cycle and specific information about using (the inexpensive) ovulation predictor kits to help narrow down the fertility "window". At the time, I thought it humorous to read of intentional gender selection. I learned that gender selection does have a scientific reason and factors under the control of the woman and man can determine the gender of the baby. I did have a thought that a certain gender as a firstborn would be nice. I decided to follow the instructions in the book exactly and see if I'd conceive a certain gender. With the use of (the least expensive) ovulation predictor kits from the drug store I was happy to achieve pregnancy on the first month of following these directions. Additionally I ended conceiving a baby of my "choice" of gender, after following the instructions for that gender. Women talk to each other about pregnancy and infertility; it is a natural thing between women, especially between pregnant women and women who are already mothers. As my friends and co-workers would tell me of their infertility problems or mention they want to begin trying, I explained that this book helped me, and I recommended that they read this book and educate themselves rather than just follow what their OB/GYN or Infertility specialist said to do. (I did not and am not recommending to ignore a doctor's advice, but to supplement it with self-knowledge obtained by reading this book.) Eleven women that I lent my book to ended up pregnant after reading this book and following the directions regarding timing, understanding their fertility cycle, and general nutritional recommendations. (I was so surprised at the success rate that I kept track of the numbers.) The women undergoing infertility treatment and procedures told me this book recommended more frequent intercourse than their own doctors did. The women who wanted a certain gender followed those instructions and every one of them conceived the gender they tried for. The women who didn't have a gender preference achieved pregnancy with a "surprise" gender and were happy. What bothered me about the book was the detailed information about miscarriage and infertility treatments. Since I was not officially considered infertile I didn't have an interest in this and found those sections scary. I chose stop reading those chapters because at that point I was not considered medially "infertile". Instead I concentrated on the lifestyle recommendations that were definitely under my control such as nutrition, what to avoid eating or being exposed to, fertility cycle information, and conception and gender selection tips. My point is that this book is helpful even if you have not yet officially begun trying to conceive and is still helpful if you are not officially deemed "infertile". Knowledge is power. I feel that every person should educate themselves about issues they are concerned with. Even if you are seeking the advice of a doctor or even an infertility specialist, I recommend you educate yourself about the topic. This is a very good book about achieving pregnancy, read it! Don't just rely on experts, become informed yourself. The price of this book is so much lower than expensive ovulation predictor kits and ovulation predictor computer programs. Rather than immediately think there is something wrong with your body, read this book first and see if you really are setting yourself up for success. Before rushing off to get a consult with an infertility specialist read this and make sure you have been "doing things right". If you have already been diagnosed with an infertility problem, then you definitely should read this and educate yourself, as it will help you have meaningful discussions and more able to make informed choices when talking with your infertility specialist. Review by christinemm – The Thinking Mother for Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now
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I unintentionally stumbled upon this book in a bookstore in 1996 while trying to conceive my first child. I was not having fertility problems but before reading this book was going on information from my OB/GYN about how to achieve pregnancy regarding timing of relations and the “window of opportunity” for conception. I figured I’d read the book for the heck of it to see if there was something useful in it that went above and beyond the information my doctor already provided me with. I was happy to find a very easy to read format and very understandable information. I was surprised to find different information regarding timing of relations with ovulation than my own doctor had given me. Specifically I learned that if I followed my doctor’s method, conception would be far less likely to take place (according to the author/doctor) than if I followed the information recommended in his book. I learned the details of the fertility cycle and specific information about using (the inexpensive) ovulation predictor kits to help narrow down the fertility “window”. At the time, I thought it humorous to read of intentional gender selection. I learned that gender selection does have a scientific reason and factors under the control of the woman and man can determine the gender of the baby. I did have a thought that a certain gender as a firstborn would be nice. I decided to follow the instructions in the book exactly and see if I’d conceive a certain gender. With the use of (the least expensive) ovulation predictor kits from the drug store I was happy to achieve pregnancy on the first month of following these directions. Additionally I ended conceiving a baby of my “choice” of gender, after following the instructions for that gender. Women talk to each other about pregnancy and infertility; it is a natural thing between women, especially between pregnant women and women who are already mothers. As my friends and co-workers would tell me of their infertility problems or mention they want to begin trying, I explained that this book helped me, and I recommended that they read this book and educate themselves rather than just follow what their OB/GYN or Infertility specialist said to do. (I did not and am not recommending to ignore a doctor’s advice, but to supplement it with self-knowledge obtained by reading this book.) Eleven women that I lent my book to ended up pregnant after reading this book and following the directions regarding timing, understanding their fertility cycle, and general nutritional recommendations. (I was so surprised at the success rate that I kept track of the numbers.) The women undergoing infertility treatment and procedures told me this book recommended more frequent intercourse than their own doctors did. The women who wanted a certain gender followed those instructions and every one of them conceived the gender they tried for. The women who didn’t have a gender preference achieved pregnancy with a “surprise” gender and were happy. What bothered me about the book was the detailed information about miscarriage and infertility treatments. Since I was not officially considered infertile I didn’t have an interest in this and found those sections scary. I chose stop reading those chapters because at that point I was not considered medially “infertile”. Instead I concentrated on the lifestyle recommendations that were definitely under my control such as nutrition, what to avoid eating or being exposed to, fertility cycle information, and conception and gender selection tips. My point is that this book is helpful even if you have not yet officially begun trying to conceive and is still helpful if you are not officially deemed “infertile”. Knowledge is power. I feel that every person should educate themselves about issues they are concerned with. Even if you are seeking the advice of a doctor or even an infertility specialist, I recommend you educate yourself about the topic. This is a very good book about achieving pregnancy, read it! Don’t just rely on experts, become informed yourself. The price of this book is so much lower than expensive ovulation predictor kits and ovulation predictor computer programs. Rather than immediately think there is something wrong with your body, read this book first and see if you really are setting yourself up for success. Before rushing off to get a consult with an infertility specialist read this and make sure you have been “doing things right”. If you have already been diagnosed with an infertility problem, then you definitely should read this and educate yourself, as it will help you have meaningful discussions and more able to make informed choices when talking with your infertility specialist.

]]> Comment on Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now by Carolyn D. Shaw http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/comment-page-1/#comment-7476 Carolyn D. Shaw Mon, 06 Sep 2010 21:25:07 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/getting-pregnant-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/#comment-7476 <i>Review by Carolyn D. Shaw for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Getting-Pregnant-What-Need-Right/dp/0684864045%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0684864045" rel="nofollow">Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/5.png" ></b> I suffer from infertility and endometriosis. The latest edition of "Getting Pregnant" is excellent and a huge improvement from the last edition. It has been completely revised and updated for the millenium with all of the latest information on infertility treatment and fertility procedures. I feel that this would be one of the most helpful books for anyone who is trying to get pregnant (and I own A LOT of fertility books). I also consider this to be a great source of information for couples who are suffering from infertility.The 2000 edition contains a bunch of new information and is twice the size of the 1992 edition. It includes the more "advanced" fertility info on immune disorders, male infertility, diet & "fertility foods", preventing miscarriage, new fertility surgeries, latest on high-tech fertility procedures, latest on fertility drugs and as well as the more basic information on how to increase your chances of conceiving, etc. (stuff for "beginners").I finally did conceive last month, but I sadly miscarried 2 weeks ago. I was looking for pregnancy loss books, when I noticed that my "Getting Pregnant" book had been updated. I decided to purchase this book instead of a miscarriage book. I am really glad I did! It has helped me look forward to resuming my infertility treatment so I can try to get pregnant again. I am also looking forward to discussing many of the things that I learned from this book with my Reproductive Endocrinologist at our next consultation. I really appreciate how encouraging Dr. Laurensen is. He is positive and upbeat, while remaining realistic. I am going through a really difficult time right now and this book has "lifted my spirits" a little bit. The book is also very easy to read, eventhough it covers some very technical stuff. It is very "reader-friendly"!Much thanks to Dr. Laurensen and Ms. Bouchez for revising and updating their book! Review by Carolyn D. Shaw for Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know Right Now
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I suffer from infertility and endometriosis. The latest edition of “Getting Pregnant” is excellent and a huge improvement from the last edition. It has been completely revised and updated for the millenium with all of the latest information on infertility treatment and fertility procedures. I feel that this would be one of the most helpful books for anyone who is trying to get pregnant (and I own A LOT of fertility books). I also consider this to be a great source of information for couples who are suffering from infertility.The 2000 edition contains a bunch of new information and is twice the size of the 1992 edition. It includes the more “advanced” fertility info on immune disorders, male infertility, diet & “fertility foods”, preventing miscarriage, new fertility surgeries, latest on high-tech fertility procedures, latest on fertility drugs and as well as the more basic information on how to increase your chances of conceiving, etc. (stuff for “beginners”).I finally did conceive last month, but I sadly miscarried 2 weeks ago. I was looking for pregnancy loss books, when I noticed that my “Getting Pregnant” book had been updated. I decided to purchase this book instead of a miscarriage book. I am really glad I did! It has helped me look forward to resuming my infertility treatment so I can try to get pregnant again. I am also looking forward to discussing many of the things that I learned from this book with my Reproductive Endocrinologist at our next consultation. I really appreciate how encouraging Dr. Laurensen is. He is positive and upbeat, while remaining realistic. I am going through a really difficult time right now and this book has “lifted my spirits” a little bit. The book is also very easy to read, eventhough it covers some very technical stuff. It is very “reader-friendly”!Much thanks to Dr. Laurensen and Ms. Bouchez for revising and updating their book!

]]> Comment on Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16)) by A. Thomas http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/comment-page-1/#comment-7469 A. Thomas Wed, 25 Aug 2010 23:37:43 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/#comment-7469 <i>Review by A. Thomas for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Be-Mine-Maternity-Available/dp/B000OSCH86%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000OSCH86" rel="nofollow">Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/3.png" ></b> I like the belly bands. I am not that big yet so I think I will like them better in a few months. The bands can be a little restrictive if you are wearing a tight top over them. I liked them to cover the gap when you sit down. I would buy them again. Review by A. Thomas for Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))
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I like the belly bands. I am not that big yet so I think I will like them better in a few months. The bands can be a little restrictive if you are wearing a tight top over them. I liked them to cover the gap when you sit down. I would buy them again.

]]> Comment on Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16)) by TDP http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/comment-page-1/#comment-7468 TDP Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:58:39 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/#comment-7468 <i>Review by TDP for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Be-Mine-Maternity-Available/dp/B000OSCH86%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000OSCH86" rel="nofollow">Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/4.png" ></b> I wasn't sure whether to buy these early in my pregnancy or the more expensive Bella Bands. I decided to cheap out (after all, I'll only be wearing maternity clothes for a few months in my entire life!) and see what happened. Worked out great! <br /> <br />I'm a size 4-6 pre-pregnancy, so I got the smalls. They fit great! These bands, as well as others, state that their intention is NOT to hold pants up, but rather to just cover, but for the most part they seemed to do a great job of holding up my unzipped pants. If I'm doing a lot of walking/moving around (e.g., grocery shopping), they'd ride up - I was so self-conscious that my unzipped pants would be exposed - but as long as you pay attention it's fine. Also, I folded them over a lot at first to provide extra support, and I would recommend turning them inside out if you're going to double them - that way no one sees the seams and you don't have the brand name (sewn in on the inside) for everyone and their brother to see. The first few times I did it without thinking, and DH laughed at the upside down "Baby Be Mine" logo on my bottom. If I wore a short(er) shirt, you could sort of tell that my pants were unzipped underneath, but I think only DH and I would notice, and that's only because we knew they were unzipped! <br /> <br />I used these until about halfway through my pregnancy. Even then, the bands would have been fine, but since my pants were unzipped under the bands, the zipper would start digging into my growing belly and started getting uncomfortable, so that's when I switched to maternity pants. For the maternity pants that were too big, the bands helped hold them up, too. Of course, now I'm 7 months along and don't need them for the rest of the pregnancy, but I do plan to use them again once the baby's here, until my pre-pregnancy clothes fit again. <br /> <br />They wash easily and well - I've had no ripping or pulling of seams or anything like that. <br /> <br />I'd definitely buy them again...but these are holding up so well that I shouldn't need to, even when baby #2 comes along (whenever that may be). <br /> <br />Don't waste your money on the more expensive brands - these work just fine! Review by TDP for Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))
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I wasn’t sure whether to buy these early in my pregnancy or the more expensive Bella Bands. I decided to cheap out (after all, I’ll only be wearing maternity clothes for a few months in my entire life!) and see what happened. Worked out great!

I’m a size 4-6 pre-pregnancy, so I got the smalls. They fit great! These bands, as well as others, state that their intention is NOT to hold pants up, but rather to just cover, but for the most part they seemed to do a great job of holding up my unzipped pants. If I’m doing a lot of walking/moving around (e.g., grocery shopping), they’d ride up – I was so self-conscious that my unzipped pants would be exposed – but as long as you pay attention it’s fine. Also, I folded them over a lot at first to provide extra support, and I would recommend turning them inside out if you’re going to double them – that way no one sees the seams and you don’t have the brand name (sewn in on the inside) for everyone and their brother to see. The first few times I did it without thinking, and DH laughed at the upside down “Baby Be Mine” logo on my bottom. If I wore a short(er) shirt, you could sort of tell that my pants were unzipped underneath, but I think only DH and I would notice, and that’s only because we knew they were unzipped!

I used these until about halfway through my pregnancy. Even then, the bands would have been fine, but since my pants were unzipped under the bands, the zipper would start digging into my growing belly and started getting uncomfortable, so that’s when I switched to maternity pants. For the maternity pants that were too big, the bands helped hold them up, too. Of course, now I’m 7 months along and don’t need them for the rest of the pregnancy, but I do plan to use them again once the baby’s here, until my pre-pregnancy clothes fit again.

They wash easily and well – I’ve had no ripping or pulling of seams or anything like that.

I’d definitely buy them again…but these are holding up so well that I shouldn’t need to, even when baby #2 comes along (whenever that may be).

Don’t waste your money on the more expensive brands – these work just fine!

]]> Comment on Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16)) by T. Sauceda http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/comment-page-1/#comment-7467 T. Sauceda Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:42:03 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/#comment-7467 <i>Review by T. Sauceda for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Be-Mine-Maternity-Available/dp/B000OSCH86%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000OSCH86" rel="nofollow">Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/5.png" ></b> I really enjoyed wearing these belly bands. They are perfect for those shirts that fit a little bit tight. It's an awesome product that I highly recommend. Review by T. Sauceda for Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))
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I really enjoyed wearing these belly bands. They are perfect for those shirts that fit a little bit tight. It’s an awesome product that I highly recommend.

]]> Comment on Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16)) by Angela N. Wright http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/comment-page-1/#comment-7466 Angela N. Wright Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:47:30 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/#comment-7466 <i>Review by Angela N. Wright for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Be-Mine-Maternity-Available/dp/B000OSCH86%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000OSCH86" rel="nofollow">Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/5.png" ></b> I have found that the baby be mine maternity belly bands are very handy to have. I was getting to the point where I needed maternity pants, unfortunately money was tight and I could not afford any. I seen these tried them and they saved me time and money! I really recommend! Review by Angela N. Wright for Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))
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I have found that the baby be mine maternity belly bands are very handy to have. I was getting to the point where I needed maternity pants, unfortunately money was tight and I could not afford any. I seen these tried them and they saved me time and money! I really recommend!

]]> Comment on Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16)) by S. Wutzke http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/comment-page-1/#comment-7465 S. Wutzke Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:25:35 +0000 http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/baby-be-mine-maternity-belly-band-3-pack-in-black-white-and-stone-available-in-3-sizes-size-2-pre-pregn-size-6-16/#comment-7465 <i>Review by S. Wutzke for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Be-Mine-Maternity-Available/dp/B000OSCH86%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJOCLYKHDM3AKK3WA%26tag%3Ddietsfatlossp-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000OSCH86" rel="nofollow">Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))</a></i> <b>Rating: <img src="http://www.getpregnantgirl.com/wp-content/plugins/WPRobot3/images/5.png" ></b> These are great! I was so excited to get these in the mail because my pants were literally falling off. I'm a size 20, and bought the size three, so was a little nervous that it would be too snug. I was pleasantly surprised that the size range was accurate, and that it just feels as if you're wearing a fitted tank. I also found that a bonus use for them post partum will be that they cover your whole torso as well as your breasts, so that you can hold in nursing pads at night without wearing a bra! My pants don't fall down anymore, and I'm really glad I got a three pack. Review by S. Wutzke for Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Band 3 Pack in Black, White and Stone Available in 3 Sizes (Size 2 ( Pre Pregn. Size 6-16))
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These are great! I was so excited to get these in the mail because my pants were literally falling off. I’m a size 20, and bought the size three, so was a little nervous that it would be too snug. I was pleasantly surprised that the size range was accurate, and that it just feels as if you’re wearing a fitted tank. I also found that a bonus use for them post partum will be that they cover your whole torso as well as your breasts, so that you can hold in nursing pads at night without wearing a bra! My pants don’t fall down anymore, and I’m really glad I got a three pack.

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