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Moving in Together
Asked by K.W. from Detroit
on September 26, 2008
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After having my daughter who is five months now, her father and I have been on good terms.We talk every day (Usually not about the baby, expressing feeling and showing...
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- If you don't really get along now, why do you think a baby would make a differenc? Why didn't he marry you? So what happens if you try it and it doesn't work? It is...
- I would not move in together for the sake of you daughter, that is not the answer. You should give it more time. He should be able to support you no matter what, pregn...
- I think I am confused on where you are living? YOu said that you moved out of state. Does he want you to come back to michigan? Who are you living with currently? and...
Daughter's Period
Asked by S.H. from Fort Smith
on December 21, 2010
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My daughter is 10 and is starting to have pimples. She has one friend in her 4th grade class that has started her period. We have discussed it and I was wondering wh...
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- They have junior tampons and regular. I'd make sure to have that as well as pads. Always makes a thin heavy flow pad. Put them in her bathroom - hopefully you've tal...
- I always use cloth pads I get from etsy.com - super cute and she can pick the fabrics. They work FABULOUS!
- I am very Kotex loyal. Been using both the pads and the tampons since I started my period. They make these light days pads that are wonderful for beginners.
First Therapy Session with Ex-boyfriend
Asked by M.G. from Sioux City
on November 11, 2010
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Hopefully you are familiar with my previous post. We had our first therapy session yesterday. He and I communicate well overall, but we seem to talk in circles. Bas...
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- I didnt read your whole post, but the therapist needs to get to "know" you guys better, this was your first session. So dont run off and move in with him just because...
- You are wise yourself. "I want us to have a foundation." Doing counseling is hopefully going to help you build the foundation. Co-parenting and all the negotiations...
- It is hard to do the right thing. Stick to your gut and don't move in for the child. That is a recipe for disaster and your child will suffer most. Stay in school. Car...
Help Me Plis!!! Answer I Am Really Scared and I Am 13 Years Old
Asked by M.R. from San Juan
on November 21, 2009
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i have taken the pregnancy test 2 times and it says negative but i keep getting the side effects of pregnancy is their a possibility that i am pregnant even if it said...
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- M., God bless you. I hope things are okay with you and your family. You can go to any Catholic church and they will direct you to people who can help you. They ha...
- Dear M., Please try to get a real check-up by a GYN. doctor; and please consider practicing abstinence. You have so much life to live; and going through mom...
- Do you know the dates of your last period and the approximate dates of the time/times that you've had sex? Periods go in cycles, including ovulation. How late is you...
Delivery
Asked by S.K. from New York
on February 6, 2009
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Hi,
My name is S. and I moved from the Netherlands to America. I'm pregnant and I'm going to deliver my child here in the US. In my country things go very differently...
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- Hi S., I think you got answers to most of your questions, but I just wanted to add a comment about pain meds. If you end up with a c-section and are on IV pain medic...
- My advice - hire a birth doula! If you can't afford one, find a student doula who will work with you for much less. These women are well trained in supporting women th...
- 1)Do they take the baby away from you after he's born? You can request that the baby stay as long as possible. Sometimes they must take the baby for a short time t...
Seeking Information Regarding Child Custody/visitation Issues for Single Mom
Asked by K.R. from Houston
on April 17, 2012
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My daughter is a single mom of a beautiful 14month old girl. She and the father were not in a relationship. She went through the pregnancy alone because the father did...
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- If you have a lawyer, please contact them!!! And please -- If you do not have one then get one quickly. You really need someone to protect you.
- Documentation is going to be the biggest asset here. Make sure your daughter's lawyer knows all of this, and get as much documentation as you can to prove it. You co...
- Does he truly want to be her father? If so - and I am sure it is difficult - it may be best for the child to be raised by two parents - even if they are not together. ...
All on My Own...
Asked by K.L. from Dallas
on November 1, 2007
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Hi Ladies,
Guess I am just looking for some encouragement here. I know that some of you are single mommy's so maybe you can be of help to me. I'm a little over a ...
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- K., Let me first off saying that my heart does out to you. I understand how absolutely hard this is. I belive in marriage and I believe in working at it everyday w...
- K.... You've given us a toughie. However, I've been in your shoes. I won't say what happened b/c I don't want to influence your decision. First of all, gather your ...
- I undersand how you feel, but it WILL be ok. My boyfriend is a realtor who gets to stay home, while I work, and until a month ago we only had one car. He would always ...
Flying While Pregnant
Asked by R.J. from San Francisco
on October 26, 2008
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My husband and I are conseidering starting a family. We have two trips scheduled next year. How late in a pregnancy do most doctors let a women fly?
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- Hello R., I am a labor and delivery nurse and the docs usually don't recommend flying after 36 weeks. The main issue isn't that it is harmful to your baby but the ai...
- I flew twice while pregnant and doctors vary in how late they will let you fly. Usually not in the final month at the very least. Also check with the airline because s...
- R., Buy travel insurance (be sure to look at the reasons they'll let you cancel a trip before you buy) and go for it (the trip and starting a family ;0). C.
My Babies Last Name
Asked by M.M. from Pittsburgh
on October 3, 2010
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i am only 10 weeks pregnant & just found out. The father of my baby just recently died. Whenever my childs born, would i be able to put his last name? Even put his nam...
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- Yes you can, if he was in fact the father. If his family has any doubts they can request a DNA test using the closest family members to verify. If he was in fact the f...
- Hi, Michele: First of all, I want you to know that I feel your pain from your loss. You can put the baby's father's name on the birth certificate. Find a grief and...
- Call your county clerks office or vital statistics office. They might know.
More than a Normal Freak-out?
Asked by J.S. from Tampa
on September 16, 2010
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this is probably more a vent than a question... but it's 3am and this is the 3rd night i haven't been able to sleep...
i had my 37wk check up on tuesday and my fund...
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- Take a deep breath and remember that you have every right to be scared by the "extra ultrasound", I know I was! Around 36 weeks, my doctor scheduled an additional ult...
- J., While not the same situation as you had, I did have 3 miscarriages before I had my baby. For 9 months I was sure it was not going to happen, that something would...
- Hi J.! Another pregnant mom who can't sleep, huh? I am in my first trimester, and I can't sleep too! First, so sorry that you had that awful experience. I have neve...
