Water Birth
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Birthing Centers
Asked by T.S. from Kansas City
on October 26, 2006
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Does anyone know of a birthing center in the area or an alternative to having a baby other than a hospital?
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- I don't but I recommend Menorah Medical Center. They were awesome with the birth of my son!
- Hi ;-) There is Sage Femme in KC: http://www.sagefemmekc.org/ I've heard there is a place in Olathe as well, but I'm not sure of the name. You could probably e-...
- You might contact Dr. Alyssa-Rae Zonarich, she's a Chiropractor who specializes in Pregnancy Care. She is fantastic and is offering a special right now for pregnant m...
Mirena Water Weight Gain
Asked by V.J. from Phoenix
on May 11, 2009
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I had a Mirena IUD placed in September 2008 and I was wondering if anyone else has had issues with gaining a lot of water weight while using it. After I had it placed,...
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- I have had mine for about 10mos I believe. I have had no weight gain at all although from research I have seen others who said they did gain. My OB said it was possibl...
- I thought I was the only one!!! Your lucky to have only gained 4-5 lbs!! I have gained about15lbs & I had mine put in Sept 08. I was thinking of going back to talk to ...
- I actually don't have any experience with the Mirena IUD but I'm assuming that is the one that releases a small amount of hormones similar to those in birth control, i...
Going to Hospital Before Water Breaks
Asked by M.B. from Austin
on January 19, 2010
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Other than the pain of labor, is there really a reason to go to the hospital if your water hasn't broken yet? I know that once you are there the staff takes over and t...
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- Your second labor and delivery will be much different than your first. Your body has been through it before and now knows what to do. No, there is no reason to go to t...
- Congratulations on your new baby! No, there is no reason unless you have a specific reason from your doctor.. Just be aware that many second babies come lots fas...
- I am a first time mom who delivered at North Austin and can't say enough great things about them. The labor and delivery nurses are AMAZING!! the hospital is great-f...
Wondering About Gripe Water
Asked by S.W. from Omaha
on February 13, 2008
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I've recently discovered a product called Gripe Water which is said to alleviate a number of infant discomforts (hiccoups, teething pain, stomach upset, gassiness, col...
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- Love it!!!!! We discovered it over 5 years ago w/ our first child. Back then the only place we could find it was through a baby web site. It seemed expensive at the ti...
- my daughter is almost 9 months and I've used gripe water since her birth. It's been used in by family for ages and we all live by it!
- hi i am a british mother when i was in the uk i used gripe water and it is great it brings wind up a treat i would deffo recommend it i have 5 children and 1 on the wa...
Birth Questions
Asked by E.C. from Dallas
on August 22, 2006
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Hello everyone,
I'm having Ravi at birthing center in Denton with my midwife Jean. Has anyone done this? This birth will be "natural" as can be. I have no choice i...
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- Eli, Hi I am a labor and delivery nurse and have been for over 12 years. I think having a natural birth with a midwife can be very beautiful and a wonderful exper...
- I have had two children with midwifes and I believe its the only way to go. The whole experiance was wonderful for me and I didn't ever wish I had the option of medica...
- I had all three of mine at a birthing center in Dallas (near Baylor). I wouldn't have done it any other way. The midwife who delivered my first was also Jean (I thin...
Water Park by Mall of America?
Asked by L.M. from Seattle
on September 16, 2011
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Hi,
Has anyone ever been to the water park by Mall of America in Minnesota? Did you enjoy the park? do you think it is age appropriate for an 8 and 5 year old? Als...
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- I haven't been to that water park, but I'd love to go. I think you have to pay for it separate from the Raddison rooms, so you might want to consider getting a room a...
- Definitely go to Mall of America! I have no idea what Laeh is talking about since it's not expensive at all in comparison to other malls and similar attractions. We ...
- I live 15 minutes from the Water Park of America and we haven't gone yet! I have a Groupon for an evening there for me and my daughter, so going to be going soon. ...
Birthday Games
Asked by S.L. from Tampa
on July 19, 2006
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What is a good game for birthday parties for 6 year old girls
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- I know this is geared a little more towards younger kids, but if anyone out there is looking for a great place to have a birthday party for youngsters, there is a plac...
- Make the girls wear oven mits and try to put on panyhose. It's hilarious!!!
- A great one is "hot potato". I have done this using a princess microphone (or crown or whatever is the theme)...when the music stops, the girl left holding the microph...
January Birthday
Asked by M.M. from Chicago
on August 4, 2010
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My son will be turning six on January 18th. Every year, he gets a ton of gifts for Christmas and his birthday. There are so many of them that I think he's kind of over...
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- They do get so many toys, so I love the idea of experiences as a gift. For my kid's birthdays, we give them a special "outing" for their birthday, so each kid birthday...
- My son will also be turning 6 on January 11th! (1/11/11) :) I am looking forward to hearing the responses because I deal with the same thing. He gets so much for C...
- My birthday is January 3, and I always felt gypped with a combo birthday/Christmas gift. Of course, back then, we only got a few gifts anyway. How about a savings bo...
Birthday Gift
Asked by L.M. from Odessa
on July 20, 2011
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We have been invited to a birthday party for a brother & sister. Their birthdays are really close together so they have a dual party. The boy is 10 and the girl is 7. ...
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- The set for the girl sounds cute. For the boy.. I have no idea. I teach 9-10 year olds and they are into a wide variety of things (comics, computers, video games, spor...
- Legos. There are a variety for any budget and lots of sets from which to chose :)
- Are you invited because the parents are friends of your or because one of the kids is a friend of one of your children. In the latter case you would only buy a gift f...
Any Suggestions on Birthing Classes for Waterbirthing at Home?
Asked by D.L. from Chicago
on May 1, 2008
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Hello lovely ladies,
This is my first pregnancy and I'm 6 months. I am amazed at how much I've loved this experience and how wonderful it's been so far. After yea...
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- there's an AMAZING organization based in Evanston (not too far from you) called birthlink. they offer a WIDE variety of services including classes. check out their s...
- I applaud you on taking control of your birth. I've had both a home birth and a hosp. birth and home birth rocks! I took both bradley class and hypnobirthing with ...
- Check out Bloom Yoga Studio. Many women there have done that route. I, though wanted a natural birth, ended up with a c section b/c my DS was frank breech... Bloo...
