Preeclampsia
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Induce or Not?
Asked by A.L. from Lincoln
on October 23, 2010
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My calendar due date is tomorrow, but from the ovulation tests I think that the 30th is more accurate. My dr has asked me 3 times in the last 2 weeks to induce, but I...
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- I'm not sure if anyone mentioned this, but the predicting of weight with an ultrasound is such a guessing game. It seems to me that they always think the baby is bigge...
- Our neighbor had the same situation - with her first 2 pregnancies, her doctor induced her at 40 weeks. She had miserable labors that went on for 24+ hours. With baby ...
- Here's my two cents... I ended up being induced with all 3 of my babies and I really regret it :( I was induced with the first because I was overdue and had been in ...
Help for a New Grandma!
Asked by P.S. from Dallas
on November 12, 2008
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Hey, moms! I'm about to be a first time grandmom! My son and DIL live in another state (14 hour drive away) and although their son's due date is not until Dec. 7, she...
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- Clean the house! My parents came to visit a week after I had my baby and they wouldn't let me lift a finger. They did all the laundry, cleaned my house top to bottom, ...
- Best thing anyone ever did for me (my MIL from out of town) was clean my house, cook me food, take care of my animals, and just be there for me without giving me advic...
- I had two babies; one just recently. Food, food, food!!! That was the best thing! I always let people come over if they said they were bringing dinner. I am sure that ...
Vaginal vs Cesarean Birth and Making Your Baby Turn
Asked by V.S. from Lima
on July 12, 2011
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I have had 2 kids by vaginal birth so far. I am pregnant with my 3rd and have developed pre-eclampsia and am on bed rest due to the condition. I love having vaginal ...
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- This doesn't really answer your question but I would pass on some info. I had a similiar situation - with added low platelet counts. My baby was sideways and I had t...
- The OBs who used to do breech vaginal births are mostly dead or no longer practicing. Many states allow Midwives to deliver breech babies - but with your pre-eclampsi...
- Some things that work -- cat/cow stretches, moxybustion, a chiropractic technique called the Webster Technique is very very good for turning breeches -- it was designe...
Working Toward the End of Pregnancy...
Asked by L.P. from Pittsburgh
on October 7, 2011
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Just wondering, did your doctor take you out of work prior to your due date? If so, why?
With my first pregnancy, I worked full time until one week before my due...
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- Well, I worked until the day I went into labor - it was exhausting but I wanted to make the most of my maternity leave and I needed to work (and keep my very good job,...
- At my company, I had to use FMLA for my maternity leave. Do you have sick leave hours? Vacation hours? Personal leave that you will be losing? I would just make ...
- FMLA can certainly kick in before the baby comes. I stopped working about a week before mine came, and FMLA kicked in then. Now, 10 weeks early isn't going to help you...
39 Weeks Pregnant and Falling Apart!
Asked by K.H. from Dallas
on January 14, 2008
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I'm 39 weeks pregnant - my due date is January 21st - and over the weekend, I started having circulation issues. My feet have swollen before and my legs have cramped ...
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- Call your doctor now! You may have to go into the ER. At the very least you need lots of fluids and get your pressure checked. Please don't wait.
- When I started to feel the way you described...I swelled up, although I had no blood pressure issues, etc...pretty easy pregnency-no problems, and everything just got ...
- I would call the dr. good luck w/your delivery. I don't know you but I hope everything goes well for ya'll. Please remember drugs are o.k. during labor. The brave ones...
Swelling?
Asked by T.C. from Johnson City
on November 11, 2010
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ok i am currently prego with what is the 4th for the family, my question is when does swelling in calves and feet start? yes i know odd question with older kids but wi...
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- Bodies can retain fluid and/or swell at any time. Pregnancy makes it more likely, late pregnancy -- even more likely, sitting or standing for long periods even MORE ...
- Sodium will increase swelling when your adrenal hormone cortisol is out of whack. Swelling is not "normal" in the sense that not all pregnant people have swelling....
- I never swelled, so I suppose it varies.
Pregnant and Looking to Stay Healthy!
Asked by K.R. from Chicago
on March 20, 2008
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Well, after having a baby only 4 mos ago (who was sadly lost to SIDS at two months) my husband and I have discovered that I am pregnant again. The emotional issues ar...
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- K., I am so sorry for your loss as well and send my sympathies. I also can't imagine how difficult it must be but I know this will make you stronger. I hear that ...
- K., I would talk with your doctor regarding your exercise regimen. Somethings that would keep down your blood pressure is salt intake, drink plenty of water and not ...
- I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Good for you to want to improve your health during this pregnancy. I'd hugely recommend the Brewer diet. Focus on eating wel...
Should I Consider Induction?
Asked by K.M. from Chicago
on December 11, 2009
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I am nearly 39 weeks along. Since Monday, I have been dilated 3cm and 75% effaced. About 2 weeks ago my blood pressure began to rise and I have become at-risk for pr...
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- K., I had a similar situation (gestational diabetic) and was effaced and dilating. I was induced at 39 weeks and 6 days. We were still in labor for 17 hours because...
- You sound like me with my first pregnancy. My doc tried everything to put me into labor, I was dilated and effaced and my blood pressure was rising. I ended up being i...
- If you are already that far along (3 cm dilated), induction should go smoothly. I would generally go with what your doctor recommends unless it seems unreasonable, an...
I'm a Balloon!
Asked by L.B. from St. Louis
on February 3, 2009
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I am about 35 weeks pregnant. Everything has gone along rather smoothly til my last doctors appointment. I am going every two weeks now, and in that two weeks, I gai...
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- Hi L.. I am a mother of 4 and grandmother of 2. When I was pregnant, I also was a balloon. My midwife told me to eat all dark green, orange, red fruits and veggies....
- Yes, I went through that. I didn't know anything about sodium at the time and it was my first. Me and my husband worked different times so we rarely ate a meal togethe...
- I had a similar situation. My baby went to term, but, because of the blood pressure risk, they gave me magnesium sulfate at the delivery. It made me so sick that I wa...
Breastfeeding Thoughts?!
Asked by A.B. from Austin
on June 15, 2009
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I had a baby 7 weeks ago. I breastfed him for 3 days and on the third day pre-eclampsia set in and my blood pressure went sky high and my liver shut down. I was put on...
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- Hi, I'd say do it since it's wonderful for the baby, & help's mom's loose weight fast!But for sure you will still have to supplement, A) it may take awhile to build yo...
- A.- Go for it, its so not weird. Its the best thing to give your son. Good luck to you. Glad you are better. Hope it all works out for both of you. Mel G.
- Go for it, Mama!!! You'll get a better milk supply if you try to limit your sugar and you can make ice cold tea with "Mother's Milk" from Traditional Medicinals. Mig...
