Body Changes: Playtex

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First Pregnancy - HELP!!

We just found out I'm pregnant and I am realizing how LITTLE I know! I'm excited but SO nervous. There is just so much out there. Any advice or tips? What did you do to prepare? Are there any products and/or routines you consider "lifesavers"? Also, I have fibromyalgia but I'd like to remain active--cycling, yoga, walking. What have you done before and after pregnancy to stay fit? Thank you so much!

Back Pain

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Pain When Baby Latches On

Hi. I am a new mom, my baby is almost 2 weeks old. I am breastfeeding exclusively and in the last few days I have noticed a lot of pain when he first latches on. After a few minutes the pain and discomfort goes away, and everything is fine. I am not experiencing any fever or symptoms that go along with mastitis (sp?) or a plugged duct. Is this just a normal part of breastfeeding? He does really well once he latches on, and I have a good supply of milk. I would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks!

Spotting & Bleeding

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Bleeding After C-section

I am 10 weeks, 1 day post c-section (where I was blessed with an amazing little boy), and the bleeding has come back (I've had maybe 7-8 days total where I have had no bleeding). I've also been light-headed, having some fairly bad abdominal pain (that DOES NOT feel like cramps), and a bit nauseous. I've called my ob/gyn a couple of times and each time they tell me that I'm having my first "real" period after my c-section, and frankly, I'm tired of hearing that because this doesn't feel like a period. In addition, I am taking the mini...