Fetal Development
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Pregnancy and Paxil
Asked by V.C. from Los Angeles
on April 30, 2008
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Hello Moms,
I have to come back to you again since I trust this group more than anything else.
As you know from my previous requests I suffer from Panic attacks, I ...
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- first of all dont ever stop medication cold turkey you have to wing your self out under medical supervision or else is very dangerous.im worry about you and your daugh...
- Dear V., Greetings!!! I truly understand how you are feeling. Have you ever thought about researching homeopathic and natural remedies instead of taking Paxil...
- I took Paxil all through my pregnancy and still through breastfeeding and my 7mo old son is healthy, happy, and just fine. Ultimately, after trying other similar medic...
Gestonial Diabetes
Asked by E.M. from Chicago
on February 28, 2009
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Hi,
I'm 26 weeks pregnant with my first baby and just find out that my glucose levels are high.I had glucose test two times and both times came back abnormal only fas...
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- Hi E., I was a gestational diabetic during my pregnancy too and NEVER had to go on insulin. I worked with the Maternal Fetal Medicine clinic at Hinsdale Hospital (w...
- I had gestational diabetes with both of my children. With my son, it was easily controlled with diet. I highly recommend the Better Homes and Gardens Diabetic Cook...
- I had GD while pregnant with my son. I do not remember what my numbers were for the 3 hr test, but I thini it was close to yours. I did not have to be on insulin. I ex...
Prenatal Vitamins
Asked by M.R. from Salt Lake City
on December 3, 2010
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Every time I take prenatal vitamins I just get really sick. I've tried different brands and taking them at night, nothing works!
I read an article about women who don...
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- I am expecting my third baby in march and I am not taking any vitamins. All my kids are healthy. So my opinion is you should be fine not taking prenatal vitamins but t...
- Yeah I couldn't take them too. It just made me extremely nauseous. My doctor told me it's ok not to take them as long as I was eating healthy. I did take calcium suppl...
- I tried taking them for a week the first time I was pregnant and felt awful so I quit. I didn't even bother the second time. I figure I eat very healthy and prenatal...
Can I Drink If Trying to Conceive !!!
Asked by S.W. from Denver
on March 27, 2010
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I Am trying to conceive and i just took a pregnancy test yesterday it has been 2 weeks and 3 days that i have been trying and i was wondering if i could drink with my ...
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- If you are trying to conceive it is not safe to drink at anytime. I am sure your test came up Negitive because 2 weeks and 3 days is not long enough to show a possitiv...
- I would also suggest, taking pre-natal vitamins already, if you are not doing so. Even when trying to conceive, it is recommended. That is what my OB/GYN told me. And...
- What if you are pregnant? Would you be okay with your fetus receiving trace amounts of alcohol? Your choice.
How to Deal W a Miscarriage
Asked by S.W. from Rochester
on February 9, 2009
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I was 11 weeks along and I have had 3 ultrasounds. They were not able to find a heartbeat on the 1st 2 and today I went to my ob and had a 3rd done and she couldn't ev...
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- I would find a local support group. There are definitely other mamas who have been through this, and will understand your situation. I'm so sorry. Those ultrasoun...
- I am sorry to say I have had the same experience. I was 16 wks and the uterus measured 12 wks. I didnt believe it either...convinced I felt movement I went to anothe...
- S., be good to yourself now. I'm sorry to hear that it is very likely you have lost your baby. I have lost two and it is not easy. Lean on your living children to get ...
Not Knowing You Were Pregnant Until You Deliver
Asked by J.S. from Jacksonville
on December 2, 2011
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There was an article on this today. A woman in Portland went to the hospital thinking she had appendicitis and instead delivered a baby. She said she was told she coul...
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- I have wondered the same thing. I can totally understand not knowing you are pregnant until the second or maybe the third trimester (especially if it is your first an...
- I have friend with a friend who was pregnant THREE times and never knew. Some babies don't move that much, or if there's a placental issue, they may not feel the baby ...
- I have not had this happen. However, my cousin had a condition where there was too much fluid and had to have regular checks because she couldn't feel the baby nearly ...
Question About Medication Taken During Pregnanvy
Asked by V.B. from Los Angeles
on November 3, 2008
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Hello Moms!
I am 12 weeks pregnant and this past weekend was so sick, I spoke to my OB and he said the only thing I could take was Robitussin. I waited as long as...
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- Hi V., Its too early to start worring about a baby's movement. Normally at 12 weeks the fetus is so so small that what you were feeling were flutters from the amnioti...
- V., If you have problems swallowing, you could have strep throat, and should be checked right away. It is much better to take care of an infection right away, than t...
- V., sorry you're sick! I caught a cold while I was pregnant and was home sick for a week - it was miserable! I think that as long as your OB clears you for taking a ...
Mono-mono Twins
Asked by A.S. from New York
on April 18, 2010
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hi, im have already asked a question on twins and the responses wer so helpfull, but this question is about my fears.
i have been told i am carrying mono-mono twins (...
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- I had mono amniotic twins and they will be 8 years old this summer. My husband read everything he could get his hands on regarding premature twins because we knew as...
- My dil delivered my two identical (same sack) twins in Sept. at 37 weeks. Definitely did not go into hospital at 28 weeks. Instead of google, have long discusssion ...
- I don't have any expertise on this, but just wanted to say, congratulations on your twins, and try not to worry so much. Put yourself into the hands of your OBGYN. T...
Help with Morning Sickness
Asked by T.C. from Minneapolis
on August 13, 2009
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So, I am 9 weeks pregnant (we are very excited!)and the morning sickness has hit full force. It is just a struggle to get up and moving in the morning. I have a very a...
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- I ate a lot of ginger, it's a natural nausea reliever. You can get ginger chews at Trader Joes in a bag or sometimes in the grocery aisle in a green box. You can gri...
- Another vote for Zofran. Like others have said, there is no reason why you should suffer, especially when you have a 2-yr old to take care of. I was extremely sick w...
- Hi T., http://www.karenhurd.com/concern_morning_sickness.html Check out this website. It explains from a nutritionist what causes morning sickness and how to overc...
Vaccines!
Asked by S.C. from Grand Rapids
on March 10, 2010
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Such a controversal topic...
History: I have 4 kids, ranging 7-1 years old. Up until last friday, my kids have been "up to date" on their shots. My older 2 are still,...
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- I'm not going to try to sway your opinion on this one. I am not well researched enough to back up everything I believe, or I don't remember where I got my info and do...
- Hi S.. If you guys are going to stick to your decision you will need to start bracing yourself from the negative people! We ourselves (after MONTHS AND MONTHS of...
- In my opinion the best book on this subject is the Vaccine Book by Dr. Sears. It really breaks each vaccine down and gives good information. I selectively vaccinate my...
