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For those who've already had their baby!

How does your body feel? Much lighter? Does it feel like somethings missing? Are you sore?
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After birth i felt happy that i got to hold my baby but every now and then i catch myself feeling my tummy ...i miss her kicking but im glad shes out i got my body back and now i can do things i want instead of having to bend down uncomfortable but i feel so much better sleeping on my stomach:)
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I feel lighter but also so so empty. I had a section so my jelly belly is sticking around longer than planned, however I cant come to terms with not having a bump even though I have my perfect boy I feel very 'naked' without it, almost vulnerable. Its slightly depressing me if I'm honest. But I do feel better without it, eg my spd has gone, back ache is easing and I don't pee loads now!
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3062924 tn?1350414109
I can't wait to sleep on my stomach and bend and stretch which ever way I want. Im glad to hear there is some hope at the end of the tunnel
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4165941 tn?1353988628
Ugh im so skeptical about birth control! I'd rather get my tubes tied,lol but bf ain't having that! I miss just rolling nd moving freely without  groans nd aches! Nd the limitations in sex due to this bulging belly! Lol I'm sure thts the hardest, adjusting to being responsible for this precious life 24/7 that solely depends on you. Its kinda intimidating!
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I just had my baby November 21st and I remember waking up the next day and rubbing my belly like I always did just to be reminded my little girl wasn't there. Not really lighter feeling I gained 22 pounds and still have 6 more on me. I like being able to move in bed without being uncomfortable and I'm able to bend over and see my vagina again! Lol it feels great to have her out but it is a lot of responsibly but I wouldn't trade it for the world. It's just kinda hard bring the only one taking care of her all day and night bc my fiancé works 16 hours right now and when he gets home he just goes to sleep he hasn't changed a diaper, fed her or held her since last Sunday which makes me sad!
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3419238 tn?1353081771
After my son I felt great besides a uti that burned like hell. But I was back to my normal pant size no stitches nothing. Then I got on birth control and regretted it I gained 60lbs just from that uugghh now Ill be 21 weeks tomorrow with baby number 2
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I remember after I got home from the hospital with my son...that first night home sleeping on my stomach was AMAZING! The best sleep I got in a long time :)
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4165941 tn?1353988628
Yes, bending over! Ugh the little things we take for granted. Lol nd a flat stomach sounds like a dream come true!
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3137343 tn?1350829160
After I had my first I felt so empty and it made me sad because I missed the movements and everything. Butto be able to hold your baby is the best feeling ever. Now with my second I can't wait for her to come out I can't wait to see her, and to be able to sleep on my stomach
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Its been 3 wks for me n i was not sore at all i think cuz its my 2nd but it feels great!! Yes so much lighter def dnt feel like something missing because my lil guy is here with me which is 10x better im so happy to have my flat tummy back n fit in my size 5 jeans n small shirts lol
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1194973 tn?1385503904
I thinking bending over was the best. I was putting my shoes on to go to the cafeteria later after she was born and being able to bend over was fantastic!!!
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4165941 tn?1353988628
Lol I bet, I can't wait to have my body back. Nd sleep on my stomach!
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1194973 tn?1385503904
After I gave birth I felt deflated... It was wonderful actually.
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