Birth Plan
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Thoughts on Writting a Birth Plan?
Asked by S.W. from Los Angeles
on April 28, 2010
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I just signed up for a free workshop on writing your own birth plan in Pasadena, and I wanted to know what others experiences were with writing their own. Did you fin...
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- I think it is a great way to get a clear idea on what is important to you. We had one and the staff and dr. did review it. I'd also talk to your doctor about the reall...
- Write a birth plan and hire a doula. If you don't want a doula, make sure your husband is prepared to unwaveringly support you 100%. From what I understand, hospital...
- I think that attending a class is a great idea. The class will give you lots of information so you can make some informed decissions. As far as a "birth plan", there...
Birthing Plan
Asked by R.G. from Tulsa
on January 25, 2008
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I keep hearing to make a birthing plan, but this is my first pregnancy, so I do not know what to expect or even how to begin making a birthing plan. If any of you have...
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- R., Congrats!!! Coming from a nurse...I try to keep from rolling my eyes when someone says they have a birth plan. I always get "I dont want my water broke", or...
- I believe a birthing plan is basically your wishes when u are in labor like if you want pain meds or not, and things like that.
- R. - A birthing plan...I have had five kids and can tell you that this is something you cannot plan. However, you can have your thoughts about what you would like to ...
Plan B
Asked by G.F. from Miami
on July 13, 2009
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Hey Mothers,
I know its weird being on a mothers website and asking this question but where else should I go. Has anyone ever tried the morning after pill (Plan B), i...
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- I took it in college, so it was many years ago, lol! I didn't know I was pregnant- just that I had unprotected sex (I think the condom broke) and so I took it 'just i...
- If abortion is not an option then you should research HOW the Plan B pill works. IT IS THE SAME THING as an abortion~ just done at home w/out the stigma. I truly hope ...
- Just food for thought before using this product again in the future: You clearly state abortion is not an option. And, while PlanB is not a surgical abortion, it doe...
Did You Write a Birth Plan, What Did You Include and Was It Followed?
Asked by E.R. from Los Angeles
on March 22, 2011
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I am in the process of writing my birth plan. Just out of curiousity I would like to know if you wrote one, what did you include in it and if it was followed through. ...
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- I didn't write a birth plan because one thing I learned from others and from my own births is "When it comes to birthing a baby, things RARELY go as planned". My firs...
- I wrote one for both of my deliveries...though after the 1st, I thought writing a 2nd was a waste of time. My best advice-keep it short and sweet. If you are lucky e...
- I think a birth plan is a great idea as long as you remember you cannot control everything during labor and delivery. It is a fine line between pushing for what you wa...
Birth Plan and What to Have Ready to Take to the Hospital for the Delivery
Asked by P.P. from Dallas
on January 27, 2009
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What to take??? I'm seven months along and I have to still get a backpack ready with all the stuff I will need during my stay at the hospital. this is my second baby a...
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- I have not had a c-section, just 3 vag. births, but I'm sure most of this stuff still applies. In addition to the obvious camera, etc. I took the baby book and announ...
- Hi. I ended up having a C-section last minute. Recovery was not really bad. Expect to be in the hospital 2-3 days and just take things that will make you more comfo...
- Everyone else has good ideas for what to bring, I just wanted to chime in on the Pitocin. You either are having a planned C-section or you are having a planned vagina...
Where to Birth
Asked by M.M. from St. Louis
on August 30, 2007
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My original plan was to birth at home. I've changed my mind for a few reasons, although I still fear birthing in a hospital due to unnecessary intervention and some "...
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- I am not sure about St. Anthony's. I am having my son at Missouri Baptisit, I'm due on 10/8 and had my 2 year old there as well. I love the facility. The nurses wer...
- I'm sorry you aren't getting the home birth in water you wanted. I've heard bad things about all the area hospitals -- really, there is no hospital in St. Louis tha...
- i had both of my boys at st.joseph it is a smaller hospital and i was told they give better care and i was extremely happy with the results the rooms are like a hotel ...
How to Plan for Homebirth, but Also Cover a Hospital Birth If Necessary
Asked by N.D. from San Francisco
on June 12, 2008
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I appreciate any advice moms out there might have regarding 'emergency' health insurance for the pregnant and uninsured. Due to an inheritance, I have quite a bit of...
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- Like many of the responses already, I agree that you should get health insurance for the remainder of your pregnancy. What you are thinking of doing is unethical. If...
- Hi! Congratulations on your pregnancy! I think you should go ahead and buy yourself some health insurance. You can always drop it after the birth if you wish. Ev...
- N., I just had a successful (and amazing) homebirth. I don't know what options to offer you regarding 'emergency' hospital backup; however, I want to give you cont...
Plan B Emergency Contraceptive
Asked by A.P. from Los Angeles
on June 15, 2010
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Yesterday my boyfriend did not pull out as he normally does and I ovulated last night or this morning. I took the Plan B pill this morning but felt the tinging pain I ...
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- Ok...as a Mom...you NEED to be on birthcontrol. WIthdrawl is NOT a successful or reliable means of birth control......just sayin'.... ;)
- We had a condom break right when I was ovulating before I got my IUD put it. We were waiting for the IUD to get ordered, ugh. I took it and we did not get pregnant. ...
- Well the plan B works by not letting a fertilized egg implant, not to stop you from ovulating, so you feeling that shouldn't change. You won't know if it worked until ...
Question About "Plan B".........
Asked by J.S. from Tampa
on February 25, 2011
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I was just wondering if any of you had any experience with the emergency contraceptive pill called Plan B? How well did it work for you? Does anyone have any info to s...
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- If she is pregnant then Plan B won't work, period. But if she used it as soon as she could prior to 72 hrs after intercourse it is a huge likely hood she will not be ...
- I have taken it - twice. It made me feel a little sick to my stomach. That was all. But, I was in your shoes. Birth control failed. What are you gonna do? I neve...
- PLan B is now just one pill, as far as I know ( I Work as a clerk in a pharmacy and have heard the counseling given for it several times). It is basically a months wor...
529 College Savings Plan
Asked by I.W. from Baton Rouge
on February 28, 2010
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Hi mom, It's me again... I am wondering how I start to set up a 529 college savings plan for my son and my daughter (4years old and 8months). Did anyone use anyone tha...
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- Have you looked into the pre-paid college funds. They differ a little from state to state. You can pre-pay in full or do monthly payments at todays rates for college...
- I set up 529 College Savings Plans with the same financial institution I have for my 401K. I use www.fidelity.com It is very user friendly and their representatives ...
- I am also in the process of setting one up for my 6 month old. After alot of confusion, I decided to go to my bank and speak with the financial counselor there. He gav...
