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Hello. I am bulimic as well, but i have fought the urge to throw my food up. I don't want to do anything to harm the baby, and myself. it's so hard having an eating disorder AND being pregnant, but my advice to you would be to just take it one moment at a time. when you feel like throwing up, think of your little boo boo and how he/she isn't getting any nutrition. as soon as i found out i was pregnant, i had to throw my distorted self imagge out the window for my baby's sake, but i know i will have a hard time when i have the baby. i'm not here to judge, because if i wasn't pregnant, i'd probably be back to eating and purging too...all i can do is offer friendly advice...please think of your boo boo...

I'm glad you were brave enough to ask. I have had a long time eating disorder as well. I have done well during my pregnancy, (7months) but I admit, I am constantly thinking about getting back to my routine, and getting rid of all the baby weight. It's tough, and not many understand. I'm here for you.

I managed to stop my eating disorder after I found out my baby's having problems. That was enough to encourage me to stop straining my body after I ate too much.

I have had bulimia and anorexia... bad combo... went through it with my pregnency. You should tell your DR, that way if there are complications he/she are prepared. They will not tell anyone, but they need to know so they can be fully prepared. As for the urges, they will never go away! But you can do different things, when you feel like purging, go for a walk or rearrange the clothes in the nursery... under no circumstances DO NOT stand on a scale! and always always always remember YOU are not getting fat you're baby is growing. If you want to see how much they are growing, lay on your back and watch them move! Thats awesome! Try to remember the health risks, and reward yourself with something special for not purging that day! As long as it is not with food! As your baby grows, so will your emotions, and mental well being. I will warn you though to keep a close eye on yourself afterwards, we have a harder time with postpardum. That is also why your dr needs to know. My husband didn't but my dr did and when my hubbie complained of no great weight gain the dr told him to hush up I was perfect and beautiful and healthy and so was our child! your dr can support you through this. But you have to take the first step. You can not take care of a tottaly dependent baby until you take care of yourself! Just remember you are doing the one thing no man will ever be able to do, relish in your time with having your child that close to your heart!

Please tell your doctor. Your growing baby may be deficient in all vital nutrients for laying down it's nervous system and form its organs. YOU are supporting two systems including two waste removal systems and circulatory systems and as such must have proper nutrients and electrolytes for your heart and kidney health!!!! Your baby is now beginning to lay down the myelin sheaths which are the insulating coatings of its neural pathways (the telephone lines of the body to the brain) and if there isn't adequate protein and nutrient intake at this time until birth your child may suffer with lower intellect and a harder time learning and processing information. I do not say this to scare you or to judge you but I am a pre-med student and feel obligated to tell you from an anatomy and physiology standpoint. I do not profess to know much really about eating disorders but I do know that you can be highly motivated to hide your illness from others and are very devoted to your rituals, please use that energy and discipline to at least give your baby a brain and nervous system it deserves to live in for 70-80 years. YOU MUST TELL YOUR DOCTOR...for your sake as well as your baby's. Don't be ashamed, your doctor has seen and heard it all before and much worse...be well, Curly girl.

I agree with everyone else. Tell your Dr and I think you should get counseling ASAP. Your developing child needs a healthy mother who retains all the right nutrients. You may want to talk with a psychiatrist as well about the pros and cons of an antidepressant during pregnancy. The medication may help you to cope better with your body and negative thoughts and ruminations so that you don't purge. It may be worth it to protect the health of your child. There are certainly risks, but the Dr can help you figure out if the risks of pruging outweigh the risks of meds. Best wishes to you.

I am also 5 months pregnant and bulimic. This is my 4th pregnancy and I developed bulimia during my 2nd pregnancy. I have never been one to b/p several times a day, but more like every few weeks to satisfy the cravings for the food I don't usally let myself eat. I have had all healthy babies, but I've never purged the healthy food - only the junk food.

In addition to telling your dr, I would start seeing a therapist, if you aren't already. It is always the case that an eating disorder has its root cause in your emotions, and sometimes a therapist is the best way to uncover the reason for your bulimia. I know you don't want to harm your innocent baby, and b/ping 5 times a day is definitely depriving your baby of needed nutrition. I know how hard it is to stop the cycle, but for your baby's sake, I really think you need to find a solution, at least for your pregnancy, and hopefully for good. I know it's easier said than done. Do you have any support? Family? Friends? Husband? Good Luck!!!!