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Down Syndrom Scare
Asked by S.W. from Dallas
on March 29, 2010
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Hi Moms.
A friend of mine is due on 3 weeks as was told by her OBGYN that it is possible that her baby has downs syndrome. She had a sonogram due to the baby's kidne...
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- I was told all of the same things. My child may have downs, he may be a dwarf. I laid awake many nights crying and upset. It is hard when you are going through it t...
- S., I am a private duty nurse for a little girl with Downs. I can tell you that her mother would tell you she wouldn't have it any other way. Please let me know if ...
- First off, I will definitely be sending up prayers. Did she have an AFP done? An abnormal AFP may indicate down syndrome. Since she's so close to delivery, Down Syndro...
Thalassemia
Asked by T.C. from Portland
on June 3, 2008
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Hello, I just found out today that my daughter has thalassemia. She has to have more blood work done next week, so I don't yet know which type she has. After reading...
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- *I* have thalassemia and so does my mom. we have the "minor" type, which basically means that some of our cells are wonky and that can make results from blood tests l...
- T., What a great response you got from Tara! Isn't it great we have a place like this to get the support we need to put things back into perspective. How awesome!...
- is this because of her newborn screening result? or something they saw on blood work? If so they are doing further tests because it is possible she is just a carrier o...
Overwhelmed by PT Diag for 20 Mo Old
Asked by H.J. from Minneapolis
on January 6, 2012
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My daughter (which I noticed issues since birth) has been diagnosed with weak hips, and issues also with one leg over another (muscles not streatching). Our assignment...
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- I imagine that you are having an especially bad & overwhelming moment/ day/ week. Will you have more periods , of feeling the way you do now?- Yes. Are you going to fo...
- Hi H., I'm not going to bash you or minimize what you are dealing with, you have every right to be overwhelmed, frustrated and stressed. But I am here to remind yo...
- Take her to a Rolfer who specializes in children. Once the muscles are placed where they really belong everything to do with movement will be easier. The Rolfing Cen...
Photographer Recommendation for 6 Month Old
Asked by A.C. from San Francisco
on May 4, 2009
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My son just turned 6 months old, and I'd like to have professional photos taken of him and our family.
Does anyone have a photographer in the area that you have used ...
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- We LOVE Angela Lang. She does a great job making the baby and the parents relax, as well as capturing natural, special moments. She is a mom of three, including a 6-mo...
- We've had Amy Perl take photos several times and feel lucky to have found her. She's easygoing and sweet with kids, has two kids of her own and, most importantly, tak...
- Yes! Her name is Peichi Waite and her website is: http://www.peichiwaite.com/. You can look at her style. She just took photos of our 1 month old (you'll see quite...
Referrals of Good Family/infant Photographers in San Francisco or the East Bay
Asked by D.K. from San Francisco
on December 3, 2008
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I am looking for a good photographer in the San Francisco/Bay Area to take family photos and photos of my 6 week old son. I would love to have a referral from other m...
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- Kristin Policy is fantastic photographer, as you can see on her site. She has a way of drawing out and capturing children's real personalities and joy. Kristin has a b...
- We use Angela Lang. She is in Oakland. She has a studio in her home or she can meet you anywhere to do an outdoor shot. She has photographed all 3 of my kids and don...
- We second the recommendation for Angela Lang. She has done my maternity photos as well as helped document our daughter's first year. Angela is down-to-earth, personabl...
I'm Pregnant at 42 Years Old
Asked by P.P. from Knoxville
on December 23, 2009
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I am 42 years old and will be 43 years old when I deliver my 4th child. This child was a surprise and I am divorced. Because of my age, I had an amniocentesis test d...
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- this happened to my mom she was 42 and pregnant with my little brother and i was the baby were 13 yrs apart he was supose to have down sydrome too but hes perfectly he...
- If you had an amnio done, they should be able to tell you with 100% certainty whether or not the child you are carrying has Downs. They can determine the child's DNA,...
- We opted not to have the quad screen with either of our children (though I was in my early 30's with both). There are high levels of false positives and false negativ...
My Quad Results Came up Positvie...
Asked by J.R. from Portland
on October 12, 2010
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Last Wednesday I had my appointment for the Quad screening. A nurse called me on Monday to inform me that I had a "positive" result for my child having DS. I am only 2...
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- I have a daughter with Down Syndrome. Graci is beautiful, funny, and smart. She is loved by her family and her many friends. I can understand you being scared, of ...
- the only thing that is accurate, is an Amniocentesis. They will probably have you do this too. They should also be having you see a "Genetic Counselor" which is the ...
- Some of the sweetest people on the planet have Downs.... Just start learning more about it since you may become one of those "special" mommys. 1 in 33 is 1 in 33, jus...
Developmental Delays.....
Asked by T.N. from Boston
on May 1, 2011
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My daughter was born at 35 weeks gestation. Delivered via csection for breech and preclampsia. She was only 4 pounds 3 oz because of my preeclampsia and the early bi...
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- That doesn't sound like much of a delay to me. My oldest, who was born on time, didn't walk until about 14 months old...basically, was at the same place yours is now....
- She doesn't really sound delayed from what you are saying. Did she hit all those milestones late? By the age of one she should be crawling in the traditional way but...
- Hi there, I think it's really hard to tell sometimes if there is a delay. The developmental milestones are so wide in some cases... I think it's terrific that you're ...
Establishing a Chore Chart
Asked by T.H. from Phoenix
on May 27, 2008
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We are a blended family. My boys are with us 24/7 and his boys are with us every Thursday&Friday and every other weekend. So we have his boys 6/14 days. I am trying to...
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- I am currently trying to establish the same in my family. I have a 7 year old daughter and he has a 10 year old son. So far we've decided over the past year or so that...
- there is a website called handipoints.com we use it and love it. I have 3 kids, and have them 4 days a week and can mark days I have them and then reward them, they li...
- Hi T., Like anything with a blended family this may be a bit trying at first. It is hard to adjust to everyone and everything new. It gets harder the older the ch...
Ladies - I Need Some Support Advice
Asked by A.L. from Phoenix
on December 15, 2008
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My friend just delivered a sweet baby girl. It wasn't until after day 2 in this world that she was diagnosed Downs. Please, any mommies of these sweet children out th...
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- See if she has seen this beautiful letter that appeared in the Dear Abby column: http://www.journeyofhearts.org/kirstimd/holland.htm It is a great reminder for all...
- I believe God gives the mommies that he deems extra special and full of tons of love these special babies. You should respond to her new little angel just like you do ...
- My baby doesn't have downs, but she does have spina bifida. God chose your friend for a reason... she must be strong! Treat her like you would any other baby or chil...
