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Hey ladies- I have a question about pregnancy!  I have read different articles on exercise, lifting stuff, ect during pregnancy and can't find one solid answer!  I am almost 12 wks along now, and early on I was at a high risk for miscarriage.  Thankfully, it didn't happen!  :)  But I signed DH and I up for salsa aerobic classes and went to one last night for an hour... WOW!  My stomach felt so weird afterwards, like all of my ab muscles were distorted and contracting on my uterus.  No bleeding- but I am wondering...

How much weight is too much for someone who is pregnant to lift?

What exercises are not okay, and is there anything besides walking and pregnancy yoga that are acceptable?

Thanks ladies!
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108334 tn?1253644395
Swimming is very good for you also.
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As my Dr told me...pregnancy is not an illness...you can pretty much do what you want but with some limitations.  Of course later on in pregnancy its much different.  But try not to strain when lifting stuff..and especially since you were considered high risk at first try not to over due it!
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107860 tn?1302926740
your body will tell u when to slow down... and listen to it!!
Im more tired and excausted now.. and I so much want my energy back.. and I have to wait till the baby is born..
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