Emotional Health & Support
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Dealing W/ News of Major Fetus Deformities
Asked by R.P. from San Antonio
on June 5, 2009
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It seems like just a few weeks ago I was announcing my pregnancy and some "spotting" issues that seemed minor. As the weeks passed, the baby grew fast and the heartbe...
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- i just wanted to let you know that you and your child will be in our family's prayers. I cannot imagine how difficult this situation must be for you. I will echo so...
- I would send out an email/letter/postcard to ask for their prayers. Please note the possibility that the doctors are wrong and if not, be wrong in the severity of ...
- Am really sorry to read about your situation but bad unexpected things do happen. If you believe in God, you might want to hold off making any decisions yet, non vi...
Seeking Advice on Whether or Not to Get Pregnant and Have Child #3
Asked by K. from Dayton
on August 10, 2006
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Hello Ladies. My husband and I have two adorable little girls who are 5 and 19 months. We've been debating since our second daughter was born whether or not to have ...
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- Be so very grateful for what you have, celebrate them, and don't have any more. Middle children of 3 are always complaining about "being left out, ignored." Currentl...
- Hi K., My thought is that in the future more siblings is better. In today's world, should anything happen to parents, then the children have each other to rely upon....
- Hi K., I'm of the opinion that children are always a gift from God. At the same time, you have to do what you and your husband think is right for your family. ...
Tying Your Tubes
Asked by D.P. from Austin
on June 15, 2010
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Ok, I'm almost 28 years old and I am a single mother! For as long as I can remember I never wanted children, however I was blessed with a little boy just over 3 1/2 ye...
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- Totally agree with you...... you have a child so you know the routine, joys and resposibilities and if not wanting another child that would possibly be turning 21 when...
- We have 2 kids and we are DONE! I didnt' want to go the tube tying route because of surgery, however, I recently jumped over to Mirena birth control. Its an IUD and ...
- I read your other post about daycare and missing your son. Don't get your tubes tied! I suspect that your current situation (job you don't like, and being unable to ...
HELP ME Seeking Advice for Pregnant Me Tryn to Quit SMOKIN CIGS
Asked by J.C. from Los Angeles
on August 24, 2008
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I just found out I am 1 month prego...I neeed and want to quit smoking cigerettes.But I resort to food,gum doesn't work...I need any advice...PLEASE
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- It appears you have much advice already. I just wanted to encourage you to keep trying, keep going day by day. Definitely talk with your doctor. This is terribly ha...
- This is just the first in a long line of things you'll have to do that you may not want to, but must do for the greater good of your child. I know it's hard - I w...
- Hi J.: Well,believe it or not, your pregnancy is a gods-send. You won't only be helping your baby,but your own future health and well being.Alot depends on how long y...
Trying to Decide Whether to Have #2?
Asked by K.H. from Des Moines
on April 2, 2008
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My husband and I are trying to decide whether or not to have a second child. I've heard that two kids are three times as hard as one and that is what is holding me ba...
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- I completely understand your view on things. I am a mother of two currently with another one on the way this July. I thought the same thing when my son was younger a...
- You need to follow your heart. Two of my sisters had their children later in life. They both had hard labors. My twin (started at age 39)had to have both C-...
- Hi K., We had our son when we were 36. After he was 5 (job change and lack of insurance for a while, 4 year difference was more our choice) we tired again but not as...
Don't Know What to Do
Asked by B.R. from New York
on July 21, 2008
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I just found out that i am pregnant with my 4th child. This would be a wonderful time but its not. I was taking the shot but because it was putting more weight on me...
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- Dear B., Please don't jump off the building. All will be well. I too, was in that same situation, more than once. I finally decided to get my tubes tied. I have 5 a...
- Did it scare the hell out of you when you found out you were having your third???? I know it scared the hell out of me, but then he was born I knew that I wouldn't hav...
- All things happen for a reason. This 4th child will be a blessing too and after a short time you won't remember a day (or want a day) without baby #4. Thank God for yo...
My 15 Year Old Emergency Surgery Sorry Graphic
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on May 13, 2011
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This might be long so bear with me. My son is almost 16. he has always had a problem with constipation. monday night he said mom i don't feel well. He went into the...
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- I don't know anything about the torsion, but I do have experience with mis-diagnosis. My daughter was born in a small hospital in Dec 2010, and she was really sick rig...
- I'm sorry you are going through this, and I'm not exactly sure what to say, but I do want to tell you that my brother was in a similiar situation, and he did not have ...
- Please, you have nothing to feel guilty about. You did the best you could with the information you had at the time throughout the entire ordeal. I'm so sorry your so...
Teen Mis-diagnosed with Bipolar II
Asked by E.H. from Tyler
on January 12, 2008
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Is anybody out there that has been through having a child diagnosed with this?
What suggestions could you give me to better help my child while we try to find the bes...
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- Read The Bipolar Child by Papolos. I have an 11 year old son that we've been working with since the age of 5. Take a lot of deep breaths. Best wishes and God Bles...
- My almost 17 year old daughter was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 11. Learn all you can to help your child manage the illness so the illness does not manage yo...
- I see you got a lot of replies. I haven't dealt with bi-polar disorder before, but I have a friend in Utah whose teenager has gotten tremendous results. If you'd like ...
Advice Regarding Giving a Child for Adoption.
Asked by B.F. from San Antonio
on June 26, 2010
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I am about 27 weeks pregnant and I am looking into giving this child for adoption. I’d like to get some prospective from people who have gone this route and see if ...
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- Please seek the services of a reputable, licensed and respected adoption agency. They will help you navigate the complex world of adoption and your various options. ...
- I don't have any personal experience with adoption, but I do want to congratulate you on your choice to give this baby a chance at a good life instead of terminating y...
- Hi B., I placed a son for adoption. Although it is the hardest decision I have ever made I do not and never have regretted it. During my pregnancy when I first be...
"Telling" About Donor Conception to 9 Year Old
Asked by L.K. from Dallas
on August 21, 2011
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My daughter was conceived through egg donation, and it is beyond time to share this with her. I and my 3 siblings were all adopted, and grew up knowing this. I never...
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- I don't have experience with this, but I'm not quite sure why you have to share this info with her. It matters to YOU, because you specifically chose to have a child ...
- I have a 9 year-old daughter. I am very open with her and I would have told her this by now. We've had many "puberty conversations" as she's already begun puberty. We'...
- Your pediatricians advice makes perfect sense. If she isn't old enough to comprehend the whole conception, how babies are made, etc. she won't be able to grasp the e...
