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Updated Feb 08, 2010

Q: Benedryl    —Magnolia, MS

"Has any other moms taken benedryl throughout their pregnancies? If so did it cause any problems with the baby?"

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Hey R., Benedryl won't hurt the baby. When I was pregnat with my twins I had trouble sleeping. My doctor told me to take tylenol pm, which has benedryl in it, to he...

http://women.webmd.com/Women-Medical-Reference/pregnancy-taking-medicine

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Q: Looking for Good Ideas for Cheap Maternity Clothes    —Mesa, AZ

"I have worn out my welcome on my husbands side of the closet (plus he keeps custting the sleeves off of his shirts) a..."

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Some children's exchange stores have maternity clothes as well like "Once Upon A Child" They are located @ Baseline and Val Vista (I do believe). There are a couple ...

Hi, I shopped at Ross for my cloths. They have a pretty good selection and really good prices. You can get cute shirts and pants for under $10.00. Garage sales are an...

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Q: What Not to Eat When You Are Pregnant...    —Anna, TX

"Just a quick question. Can you eat honey when you are pregnant??"

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I've never heard that you can't eat honey while you're pregnant. I have heard not to use honey with babies because of an old wives tale to put honey on the pacifer......

I have eaten it with all three pregnancies and have had no problems. Again, just not for children under age one.

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Q: Help! My OB Is Leaving the Area!    —Denver, CO

"I am currently 27 weeks pregnant and found out that my OB is leaving the practice and moving out of the Denver area. ..."

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All of the doctors at OB/GYN Center are terrific. I see Dr. Grover but have seen all of the doctors there. All 4 of my children were delivered by doctors from this o...

Hello A., There is a wonderful female OB at the Parker Adventist. Her name dr. Wiebe. I would highly recommend her. She is very nice and professional. Good luck! J.

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Q: Nose Bleeds    —Dallas, TX

"I was just wondering if anybody had trouble with nose bleeds during pregnancy. I started them at 29 weeks; I am at 31..."

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That is very normal! I am 30 weeks and I have them all the time. If they make you lightheaded, call your dr. immediately. Otherwise, it is just something that happens....

they are normal your body is producing 45% more blood right now and your nose is EASY to bleed at this time.

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Q: Dandelion Root - Good or Bad?    —Los Angeles, CA

"Hi everyone, I read a few times that dandelion root is bad to ingest if you are pregnant. Then I read somewhere else..."

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Dandelion root is safe in low doses while pregant. And safe for children. It aides the liver as a blood toner and detoxifier--very healthy and not harmful. If your ...

hi J., i dont know very much about dandelion root.... but i do suggest that if you are trying to concieve talk to your obgyn.... he or she will tell you whether it i...

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Q: I Need Help    —Houston, TX

"I have a friend that is about 24 weeks and has not seen a doctor yet. She feels that she dosen't have to see one. She..."

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The most important thing we have fought for is our right to choose in this country as women. Not meaning that she should not have the child, especially after 24 weeks...

WELL ANYONE HAS THE RIGHT TO RAISE HIS OR HER CHILD HOW THEY SEE FIT.AS LONG AS THE CHILDS EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL OR PYSCHOLOGICAL WELL BEING IS NOT AT RISK. EVEN THEN, I...

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Q: Recommend a Good Ob/place to Have a Baby    —Raleigh, NC

"We're expecting baby #3. We've been down here a year only and I dont have an OB. So my questions are: Which i..."

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Raleigh has some very nice birthing centers, so you will be fine just about anywhere. I had my first baby at Rex and was more than thrilled with the nursing staff and...

I liked Dr. Kenneth Fortier ###-###-#### or Dr. Jack Inge at Mid-Carolina Ob/Gyn ###-###-####. I really liked the care my family and I received at Rex when I had my d...

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Q: Constant Hunger Pains    —West Hills, CA

"Okay, so I'm pretty sure this is normal but I suppose I'm looking for some support and reassurance. I am 7 weeks pre..."

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Saltine crackers are a good low calorie way to solve the hunger and keep the nasea away.

Just make sure you are eating healthy and try to eat 5/6 times a day. 3 meals/2-3 snacks. Don't give in to things that are just a quick fix. Nuts make a great snack...

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Q: Using Pro-active Acne Medication While Pregnant    —Traverse City, MI

"I need a third opinion about using pro-active while pregnant. The active ingredient is benzoyle peroxide 2.5 %. I h..."

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My doctor said that I shouldn't use any acne product containing salicylic acid, but that benzoyl peroxide was fine. I found that my skin was much better during pregnan...

Hi M. It's great that your thinking about this. Woman can come into contact with over 35 carcinogens/toxins in just our hygiene and beauty products. Add in house hold...

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