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Medical Insurance and Pregnancy - How Does It Work???
Asked by A.L. from Phoenix
on June 9, 2009
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Anyone out there have some advice? Insurance is one topic that thoroughly infuriates me! I have a high deductible plan. It has all kinds of loopholes on how insuranc...
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- I had a high deductable on my insurance as well- $5700 and after I became pregnant I found out I was not even covered for pregnancy- the agent messed up and there was ...
- Hi A., I had the same questions when I got pregnant. I called my insurance company with all my questions, I made sure that my doctor was in their plan and the hospi...
- Yes, you might have to pay the deductible twice. However, you could switch to a different plan on the second year...one with a lower deductible and better coverage. ...
Joint Pain During Pregnancy
Asked by K.G. from Houston
on December 23, 2008
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I am 11 weeks pregnant, and I have been experiencing pain in several of my joints recently. This has all started since the pregnancy. My ankles, knees, elbows, and h...
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- Sounds to me like the normal pains of pregnancy. Isn't it nice what we get to go through? What saved me from going nuts from the aches and pains was exercise, my gia...
- I am a senior midwife student. When you are pregnant your body begins to release relaxin which causes your joints to become loose. The pelvis is made up of many joints...
- If you can, try to start getting massage on a regular basis. I did with my second pregnancy and noticed a huge difference from my first. It helps with the joint pain...
Tailbone Pain in Pregnancy
Asked by T.P. from Denver
on December 13, 2012
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I am in my 25th week of my first pregnancy and I have noticed recently that my tailbone is hurting when I lay on my back. Is it too early for this type of pain to be c...
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- Its definitely not too early. Sorry you are hurting! I used to put warm compresses on my lower back and then have my husband massage that area--you can strattle a chai...
- I'm 18 weeks & a couple weeks ago , my tailbone started hurting , not consistently but especially during Pilates. Like you , my weight shouldn't be the issue , I'm 10 ...
- Totally normal! Your uterus is putting extra weight and pressure on your tailbone when you are in this position. This is one of the reasons it is suggested to lay on ...
Motrin & Early Pregnancy
Asked by N.O. from Dallas
on August 26, 2007
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Is it really safe to take Motrin in early pregnacy? (5-6 weeks)
My OB told me it was safe in early pregnancy when I was pregnant with my first but I didn't know if th...
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- Any of the anti-inflammatory meds should not be used during pregnancy. That includes ibuprofin (Motrin), Alieve and asprin. Tylenol is really the only choice. Als...
- I was told that Motrin could cause miscarriage. I guess if your OB is saying it's ok then they would know. I'm not a doctor.
- I was also told to avoid Motrin (and any form Ibuprofen). Like the others have posted, Tylenol was the only recommendation from my doctors. Hope that helps!
What Is Good to Control Acne During Pregnancy?
Asked by M.H. from Phoenix
on October 17, 2008
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Hi moms! I would like to know if microdermabrasion (SP????) is safe during pregnancy, I just found out I'm pregnant AGAIN and I was ready to have that done, is it safe...
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- I have great success with proactiv. It can be ordered and shipped to you. I have also seen it sold at one of those carts in the middle of the mall (Arrowhead). I or...
- I am pretty sure it is safe because it is just topical. Oxy 10 has a good spot treatment. The only thing that helped my acne was moving to a dry climate. Now it is ...
- La Roche-Posay carries a line of acne products w/out retionol. There's also different kind of facial peels that can help as well.
Always Cold During Pregnancy
Asked by C.E. from Provo
on April 10, 2008
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Is it normal to be cold all the time during pregnancy? I was so hot during my first two pregnancies, even going without socks in the winter. But this time I'm always...
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- I would request that they do another thyroid panel if its been a month (maybe every two weeks). Due to the weight gain during pregnancy, and weight loss after, thyroid...
- During my oregnancy I had this problem. My accupuncturist really helped. I was in for just a few treatments and I was a lot better. If you are not comfortable with ...
- I was hot during pregnancy with my son and freezing with my daughter.
Sinus Headache During Early Pregnancy
Asked by K.S. from Detroit
on January 7, 2010
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Does anyone have a cure for a sinus headache in early pregnancy? I've had one for 3 days now. I tried sudafed and tylenol a couple of times and it really only helped...
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- Some medications are considered safe during pregnancy. Including actifed, benadryl, claritin, chlor- trimeton, dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, halls lozenges, nasal cro...
- HI, I have a suggestion. Dr. Oz talked about a Neti Pot on his show a few times. I kind of thought it was silly and kind of weird BUT recently I have had a lot of sinu...
- Definitely try the neti pot! I can't say enough good things about it. I was introduced to it during my second pregnancy because I suffered from bad sinus headaches a...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome During Pregnancy
Asked by J.C. from San Francisco
on October 6, 2011
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Several years ago I experienced symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome due to my job. And now I believe I'm experiencing it again. I'm 37 weeks pregnant and have such un...
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- I hate to say this however I did have carpel tunnel at the end of my pregnancy as well and nothing worked. I was told I would wear the wrist guards and ice it but noth...
- Hi, I used to have carpal tunnel like pain before my first pregnancy, during my two pregnancies and then after the pregnencies. Then, I found out I was gluten into...
- Yes, I had this up around 35 weeks pregnant until about 2 months after my child was born. It was so bad, I could barely dress myself or get out of bed, I couldn't hold...
Pregnancy Worries After Previous Miscarriages
Asked by A.K. from Minneapolis
on June 18, 2010
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Last week I missed my period and took a positive pregnancy test, which makes me 5 weeks pregnant. I was excited and calm about it last week, but am already starting to...
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- It's tough, I know. I had three miscarriages before my son was born. Just hang in there as much as you can. You cannot change the outcome one way or another. I wis...
- I had two miscarriages, then successful pregnancy, then another miscarriage that sounds very similar your second one, then another successful pregnancy. I had a REALL...
- I am so sorry you've had to experience the pain of miscarriage. I got pregnant with my daughter four years ago very easily and had a perfect pregnancy and labor. Alm...
Achy Joints After Pregnancy
Asked by K.H. from Chicago
on September 18, 2008
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Hello all, I'm wondering if any of you have had achy joints after pregnancy. I've done some research and it seems pretty common (due to hormonal fluctuations), but mos...
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- Months after having my second child I had sciatic pain & I experienced such pain in my feet I consulted a podiatrist. He explained that in preparation for childbirth ...
- You might want to get checked to see if you've developed an autoimmune condition like rheumatoid arthritis. I haven't specifically seen this associated with pregnancy...
- I am having my thyroid monitored. I would recommend an endocrinologist for you too! Pregnancy can affect it. I also am still on my prenatals (by Metagenics. I also w...
