Pre-term Labor
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Long Term Effects of Preterm Labor Drug Terbutaline on Baby?
Asked by M.D. from Indianapolis
on May 13, 2010
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My wife was given shots (and pills) of Terbutaline for some preterm contractions at 31 weeks (no dialation). I've researched this drug and found many discussion linkin...
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- I took terbutaline with my son at 30 weeks. I also got a couple shots while pregnant with him, but can't remember how far along I was. He is now 11 and the healthies...
- I don't know the long term effects yet, as my baby is only 15 weeks, but here is my experience. I went into the hospital with bleeding at 19 weeks. They couldn't fin...
- I was put on terbutaline at 30 weeks with my first son - he was born at almost 38 weeks, and is 8 now, and is perfectly healthly - no allergies, no special health cond...
How Fast Will Labor for 2Nd Baby Be Compared to 1St?
Asked by K.R. from San Diego
on December 10, 2008
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Is it true that the 2nd baby comes much faster than the 1st? I think I got to the hospital too early the 1st time and want to wait longer on the 2nd, but not sure if ...
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- From what I've read, every single labor/child delivered is different and you cannot really know ahead of time what to expect. In two weeks you'll be 36 weeks so if yo...
- I was specifically told that it can take longer because your body is already used to having been in labor. I started dialating sooner with my second, but I think labor...
- I have heared it said that the 2nd is faster than the 1st. In my case it was way true. My 1st took about 8 hrs. from first contraction to being out. My second, way fas...
Suggestion for 8 Year Old Who Is Always Stuffy and Coughing
Asked by D.L. from Phoenix
on February 3, 2008
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My son who just turned 8 for most of his life coughs in the morning and when hes physically active. Hes always stuffy and congested. The Dr. just prescribes allergy ...
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- Hi D. L. My family comes from the centeral America area, their they have a very simple and runny nose stoper. You pur a winter knited hat on you head while you slee...
- Go "green" in your home. Try getting rid of traditional cleaning products that contain toxins and buy natural products like Seventh Generation. You can also clean with...
- Are you looking for a natural alternative to help your son? If so, I know of something that may help, I know it's helped me and my family and several of my friends, bo...
Has Anyone Been Through This???? (Pregnancy Related Question)
Asked by M.J. from Chicago
on August 4, 2010
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I am 32 weeks along in my second pregnancy. Yesterday around 1:45 p.m. I started to have awful period like cramps out of no where and then my lower right back started ...
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- Hi there , I didn't have the failed glucose test like you , or in high level of fluid , but at 32 wks I did have contraction like pains that was not causing me to dila...
- Hello, I am so sorry you are going through this. I wish you the best in staying pregnant and having a happy birth later on. If you end up back in the hpospital and the...
- I had pre term labor with my first and third child. Both they were able to stop the contractions though. Did they give you the shot to develope the lungs? I was put on...
Anyone Use 17 OH Progesterone Caproate Weekly Injections to Stop Preterm Labor?
Asked by T.L. from Stockton
on July 4, 2007
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I'm 15 weeks along and was just advise by my OB that she would like me to start weekly injections of 17 OH progesterone caproate to stop preterm labor. I deliver...
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- Please do your research so you have all the information and can make a good choice for yourself and your child. You are probably too young to know about DES and Thali...
- Sweetie, I personally, would get a second opinion. I would like to hear thoughts about it from another doctor before taking the injections. I do know that if you're...
- Hi, After 4 miscarriages because of very low progesterone (the keep the uterus lining strong), I was put on progesterone pills. I had to take them 3 times a day for...
Preterm Labor at 35 Weeks
Asked by S.A. from Spokane
on May 2, 2011
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I went to the hospital having contractions every 3 to 4 mins 3 cm and 50 to 60% effaced. They gave me Nifedipine to stop the contractions while I was at the hospital. ...
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- 35 weeks why did they stop it? My Ob just told me if at 35 weeks they wouldnt bother stopping my labor again.
- My doctor told me once I hit 34 weeks, they wouldn't intervene if I went into labor on my own. (I was pregnant with twins.) Has your doctor given you a reason they're ...
- Magnesium sulfate was what I was given I am pretty sure. I had everything you mentioned though. I dont remember being asked if I wanted it. I think they have to act...
Strange Feeling When Baby Moves.
Asked by S.B. from Portland
on December 20, 2009
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Okay, this seems a little odd and I'm probably just being an overly anxious mom so I have to ask for my own sanity:-). I am about 27 weeks pregnant with my second chi...
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- S., You say that your next appointment isn't for another two weeks or so and that you have a concern. You are also concerned enough to post here and as all of us f...
- My second daughter did a lot of turning around right up until the 39th week. She was transverse for several weeks (head on one side, feet on one side, not up/down). ...
- Personally, I think if you are worried about anything you should call the doctor. We need to listen to ourselves more. Make sure the doctor listens to you and addresse...
Amnio 1 Month Before Actual Due Date
Asked by D.B. from Detroit
on February 11, 2010
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I'm currently 8 months pregnant (due 3/22). I'm type 1 diabetic and have had several minor complications with this pregnancy. My unborn son has single umblilical art...
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- My docs told me that at 34 weeks the baby was old enough to suck and breathe.. so they would not try to stop labor after that point.. If the dr wants to do the amni...
- Honestly, even if you trust your doctor, I would get a second opinion. The general recommendation is that an elective cesarean should not be performed before 39 weeks ...
- Follow your gut I would wait till the 2nd week of march.
Inducement of Labor
Asked by M.S. from Chicago
on February 26, 2010
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My doctor reccomended inducment at 39 weeks, just because of the convinience (I can plan it out, no suprises). This is my 2nd pregnancy, and it is normal. With my fir...
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- I would never induce for convenience. Don't be deceived, sounds more like he's doing this for his convenience. It is always better to let things happen naturally. I...
- I am confused. Your DOCTOR recommended induction for convenience? NO medical reason involved? Or did your doctor recommend 39 weeks because YOU asked about inducing...
- My Dr. also wanted to induce at 39 for the convinience. "At 40 weeks, the baby's just getting bigger and bigger and you're a small girl. He's fully developed at 39 wee...
What to Expect at a Midwife Appointment?
Asked by K.H. from Reno
on January 17, 2012
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I am pregnant with baby #3 and we finally have our first appointment next week! I am so excited but I have never been to a midwife. We chose to see one because I wan...
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- My doctor's office has a nurse midwife on staff and I LOVE her! The practice is very "old fashioned" which is why we liked them to start out with and the fact that th...
- Good midwives take a lot of time and really listen to you. They don't do as much intervention but still access labs and ultrasounds. I had my first with midwives and h...
- I was high risk.... so I went through a high risk group (team of OBs & CN Midwives). Urine test at the beginning of every apt. 30-45 minute appt slots. They had a...
