Fetal Development
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Link Between Pitocin and Autism?
Asked by A.D. from Indianapolis
on August 27, 2010
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Our 2 month old child was born with the assistance of a small amount of pitocin after my wife's labor slowed and failed to progress. The pitocin did the job and our s...
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- I've had two children and both were induced with pitocin. Neither have any autism issues (they are 2 and 4 1/2) and I, personally, don't think there is a valid link b...
- No pitocin with my oldest (boy), he's 8 now and is on the autism spectrum. Had pitocin with both girls (ages 3 & 5) and no autism. It's highly unlikely pitocin is ...
- There are a lot of claims on the internet and most if not all are non sense.
Prepareing for Preterm Delivery?
Asked by D.G. from Jacksonville
on January 6, 2011
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At 29 weeks now, i've been dealing with preterm labor problems since saturday. I've been given 3 1/2 bags of fluids throug IVs, 4 shots of terbutaline, terbutaline pi...
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- Stay in touch with your OB and nurses and get your friends and family involved, as you have two children who will need assistance and God Bless, best wishes....
- First off, try to relax. I'm sure you know stress will only make things worse. Most babies born at 29/30 weeks have great chances. If you progress into real labor, ...
- I agree you need bedrest. And really at this age there is no way to prepare. Everyday she stays in is a victory. What restrictions did your ob give you? 36 weeks...
Fifth Disease During Pregnancy
Asked by J.S. from Springfield
on May 21, 2008
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My son was recently exposed to Fifth disease at school. He's had the rash since sometime over the weekend, so he's not contagious anymore. However, his school nurse le...
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- I actually contracted 5th's disease while pregnant..I was almost half way through my pregnancy. So, you are farther along than myself. My OB told me the risk of compli...
- Call your doctor's office to see if the results are back. They often only call you if the results are positive, and often only mail you an "everything was normal/nega...
- My daughter came down with it last Nov, a week before I found out I was pregnant. The blood test will show if you have been exposed or not. My babysitter was nine mo...
Women Who Drink While Pregnant???
Asked by C.A. from Dallas
on July 30, 2011
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During my wild, partying college years, there was a young woman who sometimes frequented the nightclub I did. She was very far along in her pregnancy and I remember o...
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- I drank wine and beer while I was pregnant with my 2 younger kids. Had permission from my OB to do so. He said about 5 oz of wine per week or one beer was just fine....
- During the third trimester it's ok to have a glass of red wine or a dark ale. Both actually help smooth muscle, which the uterus is. My third pregnancy when I was ha...
- I think the "we're all fine" excuse, is weak. No, they weren't. Only the people you knew "were fine." Many, MANY weren't. The fact is, scientists have no idea how m...
Morning Sickness
Asked by S.B. from Oklahoma City
on May 1, 2007
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I am pregnant with my second child and my morning sickness is soooo much worse than with my son. does anyone have any suggestions, other than crackers, to control it? ...
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- Well, what worked during my first pregnancy did not work for my second, so I'll tell you both of my remedies. For my first pregnancy, I sucked on peppermints. Someth...
- Try having a high protein quick snack made and ready to grab during one of your pee breaks in the middle of the night. Something like those lovely crackers with some ...
- Animal crackers and emitrol are what worked for me I kept the animal crackers by my bed and took the emitrol whenever it got really bad. Good luck
Preparing for Pregnancy
Asked by R.F. from San Francisco
on February 17, 2008
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what are the best foods and vitamin pills or prenatal pills to take in preparation to get pregnant?
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- I took a prescribed multivitamin with DHA and Omega 3 once I knew I was pregnant....I took the over the counters from Longs while I was trying. I have a 2 year old tha...
- I rally liked the Trader Joe's brand prenatals. I still take them even though I am not pregnant. It was hard for me to find one that didn't leave a bad taste in my m...
- I have some great advice for you on this one, as I had many complications with pregnancy, and what to take, and what my body did not want me taking! Everyone will give...
H1N1 Vaccine for 27 Weeks Pregnant First Time Mom ???
Asked by M.W. from Los Angeles
on October 20, 2009
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I have already read all the threads about the vaccine on here but still feel torn with the decision. Actually my husband and I had done a lot of research in August and...
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- My OB/Gyn's website state that people below the age of 2 and over 50, immunocompromised patients and any pregnant women should NOT get the H1N1. If I were you I would ...
- I'm not pregnant, but got the seasonal flu vaccine yesterday and have less soreness than I've ever had with a flu shot. I moved my arm around a lot after the shot, wh...
- I also posted asking for some insight and got a lot of responses. My doctors advice, reading up on it, and with the support of my family, I decided to get the shot a...
Myocardio Dysfunction?
Asked by J.C. from Cleveland
on June 15, 2007
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Hello everyone, I am 21 weeks pregnant with my SON, and during the ultrasound scan the tech noticed some calcium deposits in his heart valves. She actually called my O...
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- J., Yes, this can be a sign on Down Syndrome, but it is NOT a definitive marker. With the 4D scan, the specialist will be able to see all sorts of details which will ...
- Hi J.! I don't know specifically about myocardial dysfunction, but I do know it sound like a GENERAL term for something affecting the baby's heart. Don't get too ups...
- Hi J., I'm sorry to hear that your US didn't show something more positive! I'm sure it difficult to stay calm with the information you were given. You can drive you...
Beer and Pregnant Mommies
Asked by S.R. from McAllen
on July 31, 2010
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Is it OK to have like the occasional beer when you are pregnant? As in once or twice during the whole pregnancy?
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- I think it is fine to have a small amount occasionally. The studies say that it is when a pregnant Mom drinks more than 2 drinks a day that it causes, or could cause ...
- yes, from what youve asked, once or twice in the WHOLE pregnancy is fine. id reccomend a non alcoholic beer if mommy is feeling left out, or 1/2 a glass of wine. Thos...
- I wouldn't think one beer would hurt but who knows for sure? Is a beer or two worth the risk?
Pregnancy? Miscarriage?
Asked by D.T. from Muncie
on November 6, 2011
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This past Wednesday (Nov.2nd) I took an OTC pregnancy test. I'd had been feeling "odd" the past few days and spotting, which I don't normally do, plus my period was ov...
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- It can really be 50/50 in the first trimester if you start bleeding. Half the time the pregnancy is still ok and half the time it's a miscarriage. Call your Dr tmrw a...
- 1 in 4 pregnancies results in a miscarriage. In fact, I had a 24 day cycle recently, and I am a 28-29 day kind of gal. I think it may have miscarried. I had no bad cra...
- I'd get to the doctor if I were you. Don't tell the receptionist you are newly pregnant. She'll drag her feet getting you an appointment. Instead, tell her you are ...
