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Difficult Pregnancy and Still Have More?
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on August 29, 2011
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Did any of you moms have a very difficult pregnancy and/or delivery and still go on to have more children (or a child)? Obviously being pregnant itself is difficult! ...
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- I had a difficult first pregnancy - oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid), premature rupture of membranes, premature labor, premature delivery via emergency c-section a...
- Yes. Our first was a very difficult pregnancy and delivery. I was 'lucky' to have enough complications that I got to stay in the hospital 3 days instead of the stand...
- I had a very difficult first pregnancy and delivery. The complications were so severe that my doctor advised me not to have more children. I really didn't think I co...
How to Tell the "New Grandparents" the Good News!!
Asked by S.C. from Williamsport
on April 5, 2008
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My husband and I are trying for our first child. I want a memorable way to tell our families the good news when it happens. If anyone has a memorable way they told th...
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- My SIL had a pretty sign printed up that said We're Pregnant. They held the sign up and posed for a beautiful black and white picture of them kissing and them smiling...
- Hi S., When we got pregnant with our first child, we waited until around 12 weeks to tell anyone, the way we did it was fun, but didn't go exactly as I planned! We to...
- Both of our moms collect angel figurines. We found two different angel figurines holding babies, wrapped them up, and gave them to our moms. When they wondered why t...
Managing Weight Durning Pregnancy
Asked by T.C. from Atlanta
on July 2, 2008
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This is my first pregnancy, and I'm only 5 wks, however, I already weigh 175 and don't want to blow up as I get further along. Does anyone have any suggestions as to ...
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- Congratulations!I am now 35 weeks along and was the same weight as you starting out. This is my 3rd baby. I am now 218. It seems like every pregnancy is so differant. ...
- I started at 171 pounds for this pregnancy, my 3rd. I am 5'7" tall. I am now 30 weeks and and up 14 pounds. My goal for the pregnancy is about 20 pounds, but if I make...
- Hi T., First I want to say Congratulations! Second - I really think that all you can do is continue your walking for as long as you can, and just eat really health...
Expecting Twins - Need a Doctor
Asked by S.P. from Provo
on September 23, 2009
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I am expecting twins and up until now I have been seeing my reg OB. Once I have my ten week appointment she will no longer treat me bc she doesn't deliver twins. She...
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- I, personally, see Dr Broadbent. He's in the medical building at 1300 N (ish) University. He's delivered both my babies. He's private practice so you always see him an...
- Just had to respond because Dr. Nance is my OB, and he is really wonderful...
- Dr. Thomas Judd delivered our twins last december. He was a great doctor and we chose him for his extensive experience delivering twins, especially vaginally. He's del...
Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Asked by J.H. from Detroit
on May 13, 2009
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I have a friend who is expecting her first child in October. She is around 18-19 weeks pregnant. She visited her OB recently and the doctor she saw said she was "ext...
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- I gained 35 lbs and my doctor had told me anywhere between 25 and 35. Several of my friends that were pregnant at the same time gained 50-55 lbs. Most of their docto...
- I was at an average weight before pregnancy and gained 30 with the first and 40 with the second. That doctor is crazy!!!
- Unfortunately her Doctor is right, 20-25 lbs is what a women should gain with a pregnancy. At 18 weeks the baby weights almost nothing so the weight that has been gain...
How Old Were You When You Started a Family?
Asked by M.S. from San Francisco
on February 8, 2011
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I was just hoping for some discussion on the subject - I just read a post from a fellow mom in regards to being judged because she is an older mom. I am a younger mom,...
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- Hi, I got pregnant with my son very unexpectedly--we were using 2 forms of birth control FAITHFULLY-lol , he wanted to be born and it was meant to be! Our familes w...
- I was 39 when I started my family. I have 3 sons. I would have liked to have been younger for this - I have lots of patience but could use more energy. But I didn't...
- I spent my 20's and early 30's on my career, and then got pregnant for the first time when I was 33. It has made for me being a more mature mom, but I also knew enoug...
Actions and Consequences, Am I Expecting Too Much?
Asked by D.T. from Muncie
on February 3, 2011
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At what age do children begin to understand their actions have consequences? My daughter is 4 and it seems like nothing sticks, the discipline has always been the same...
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- Another stage in her young life. She wants to be done with naps but still needs them. Maybe compromise to 30 minutes of quiet time in her room & absolutely no bangin...
- What is your idea of "discipline" for not napping?! If she's not tired, you can't force her to nap. Give her some books and tell her she should be quiet, but to expe...
- Go to the library and get some audio books... have her listen to the stories while she lays to "rest". The "books" may hold her attention long enough to calm down... ...
What Should I Be Expecting from My 12-Year-old Mother's Helper?
Asked by L.O. from San Francisco
on March 24, 2011
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Hi Mamas! I have a fun, loving and active 2-year-old son. About 6-months ago, I hired a 12-year-old girl as a mother's helper. It was agreed that she would be happy to...
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- At 12, I was actually babysitting (parents gone for hours at a time). I know that my maturity was abnormal for 12, but while some of this girl's actions (wanting to "h...
- Im sorry but you have hired a child to do a job she is not capable nor old enough to do in my opinon. I would look for someone who can do what needs done without needi...
- Hmm. Kinda. A little bit. I've hired a mother's helper just a couple times. The reason was that she was such a smart, sweet girl and SO gentle and patient with my lit...
Twin Pregnancy Questions
Asked by J.P. from New York
on February 5, 2008
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I am 18w with dz g/g twins, and wondering if anyone could share their twin pregnancy experiences. Mine are a result of IVF, and I've had a couple of minor incidents d...
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- CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I too have twins through IVF and know what a great gift this is!!! I gave birth Oct 2006 at over 37 weeks! I spotted at week nine and that was t...
- Hi, J., Congratulations! My fraternal twin daughters are almost 16 months now, and every day brings amazing moments (also challenging ones, but the wonderful ones out...
- Please find a twin group wherever you live. He is a website to check out and put your zipcode in to get info on a wonderful group of moms that have lived it and can b...
Out of State Family Expecting Second Child.
Asked by A.E. from Columbus
on March 6, 2010
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Hey Mama's,
I am hoping that you can help me out.....I have a brother and sister in law that are expecting their second child. They have a son who will be turning 2 i...
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- Do you sew or do any needlework? My mom always made a "sampler" for each new grandchild. Perhaps you could stitch something for then nursery with the baby's name? ...
- There is a book called THE TWELVE GIFTS OF BIRTH that is PHENOMINAL!! One of those gifts you keep a lifetime. You COULD even find out the name of the local bookstore...
- I agree that a gift basket is a wonderful idea. along with the baby powder and lotion for mom and baby, add a small scented candle and a small stuffed animal, also I ...
