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Pregnancy and Swine Flu
Asked by H.T. from Detroit
on October 18, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I am freaking out and need some advice.....I am a teacher in a school who has AT LEAST 2 confirmed cases of Swine Flu. My issue is I am 7 months pregnant,...
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- I would not get it. I am pregnant too and opted to not to get it. There are not enough studies done to know the effects on a fetus. Do the usuall to prevent... Wash...
- Wayne county started vaccinating high risk groups on Friday, but it looks like you may live in Oakland county? I read this article yesterday -- I don't know if it wil...
- Hi H.---Please don't worry yourself too much, as that will actually challenge your immune system. I would go to www.nvic.org to learn more about the risks, both o...
Nausea & Upset Stomach...how to Relieve These?
Asked by A.T. from Detroit
on May 15, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I am looking for feedback from others who have had success working through the nausea phase a pregnancy. I am expecting my second child and am experiencing...
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- UGH! Seems like yesterday! I have 3 kids-each pregnancy got worse! The last 2 were boys-I was soooo sick! Even the steam from the shower made me get sick! Try squir...
- Hi A., My Aunt gave me some advice that worked for me.... tomatoes. For her, it was stewed tomatoes. For me, it was anything tomato based, even raw tomatoes. I a...
- Fresh ginger tea! It works wonders! Get fresh ginger and cut a couple pieces (no need to take the skin off). Put it into a small pot of water. Add lemon, lime or an...
Dog Loosing Hair?
Asked by K.W. from Detroit
on July 30, 2008
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Hi Moms, I'm hoping that someone out there is a vet or has knowledge of dogs and can help. My 6 year old American Bulldog has recently started loosing his hair in pat...
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- K.: Hi, well I put myself through college as an Officer Control agent in Detroit with the ASPCA. I can tell you a couple of things that may help you out. Fi...
- Try a different type of dog food. It might be more expensive, but think of the long run (vet bills). Also, when my German Shepherd went through this, we bathed her bab...
- I have am Am Bulldog too. My dogs skin is SUPER sensitive, I put sunblock on him because he burns. I also use oatmeal shampoo, I dont think Id use human shampoo, dogs ...
Hubby Leaving for Job - Going to Feel like a Single Mom Mon-Fri
Asked by M.R. from Cleveland
on July 30, 2009
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My husband is going to be starting a new job this weekend – we just found out about it – and it is out of state. He will be gone Mon-Fri coming home on the weeken...
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- Everyone has really great advice. I just wanted to say good luck and I know you can get through this! Don't be afraid or feel bad about putting some things off so you ...
- You can do it!! I too am a full-time working mother of two (6 and 2 1/2) and my husband is absent because he works and is in school full-time. My tricks: I cook at l...
- M., And I thought *I* was busy! You have my sincere empathy for all you do. Even if you cannot incorporate all the advice, you might find some helpful things at w...
Sinus Infections
Asked by S.H. from Chicago
on May 14, 2008
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a few months back my mom posted a question about what other moms have found to clear up their own sinus infections without using antibiotics. Several people responded...
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- S., I am a long time sufferer of sinus infections and have tried just about everything. Something over the counter that I found to relieve some of the pain is called...
- The Nettie pot is a great thing. It's function is to keep your sinuses clear and helps clear out any mucous. Or - you can just buy one of those bulb syringes, the ki...
- i use a netti pot...is that what you were looking for...it really helps....
2 Year Old with Broken Leg ... Help?!?
Asked by L.R. from Chicago
on December 13, 2007
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Last night I received a phone call from my son's child care. Apparently he tripped and another little boy stepped on his leg. He wouldn't let anyone stand him up.
I g...
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- Hi L., My niece had a broken leg around that age. Once her permanent cast was on, she ended up dragging herself across the floor when she wanted to get to a toy if ...
- I'm so sorry! This is a really trying time--and maybe a liilte emotional too--you and your poor liitle one! I think asking for help from someone is a really a good...
- A small rearranging will be needed if most of his toys are something he would need to reach for. Kids do adapt quickly once the pain factor has been taken care of. I...
Car Sickness
Asked by C.M. from Detroit
on April 1, 2008
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My two year old daughter gets car sick whenever we go out. I have used Dramamine and given it to her an hour before we leave. Also have done frequent stops to try and ...
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- have you tried sea bands? they are little stretchy bracelets with little plastic balls on them. the plastic applies pressure to a pressure point on your wrist that hel...
- Does she have any other health problems? My son used to get car sick alot, anything more than about 15 min. in the car. It seemed to help to keep him cooler in the c...
- I use homeopathy (Cocculine) and it does work very well with my daughter, you have to give one dose 1 hour before the trip and the day before, and one more when you be...
Advice/Suggestion On Baby Shower Gifts
Asked by E. from Dayton
on April 25, 2007
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Hi...My workplace is having a combined baby shower for three women who are expecting this spring. All three are having their first, all are having boys, and all have ...
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- How about a book that was a particular favorite of your son's?
- This was the best present i have given at a baby shower....Baby Detergent and dye/fragrance free dryer sheets. Its not expencive but all mothers now you have to have i...
- I was in the same boat not too long ago. I decided to get a couple of coworkers in on the gift. I wanted to get them a picture package with a local photographer (We us...
