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Mirana IUD Spotting
Asked by L.U. from Albuquerque
on February 22, 2012
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I had the IUD put in a few months ago, thinking about 5 or 6 months ago. Well after about 2 months I started spotting every day. It is like the reverse of a period. Sp...
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- Yes, you need to talk to your OB/GYN. Did she ever do the check up to make sure that the IUD placement was still secure after a month or two? You're supposed to go fo...
- I have heard of this happening --one of the unfortunate side effects of mirena. The women I knew who had this happen, just took it out. It wasn't worth it to them. Go ...
- Hi, I have had the mirena for almost 5 years now. I spotted for about 2.5 months and then it completely stopped and I haven't had a period since. When I go for my annu...
Does Anyone Know Anything About the Walk- in Tubs for Older People??!!
Asked by S.N. from Minneapolis
on June 13, 2011
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My mother thinks she would like to get one... but they seem so gimmicky (sp?). Do any of you Mammas know of anyone who has one? What has your/their experience been?
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- We only did the research phase... It was very expensive...over 10K. It was not covered by insurance. It sits in the place of the existing tub if you wish. That is...
- I know nothing of the cost or insurance, but I used to work in an assisted living facility that had one. It was the only tub in the building, the individual rooms had...
- I can't give you any info on this particular thing, but I'll tell you what my parents-in-law did when they re-did their bathroom. They made a large walk in shower tha...
Palette Expanders
Asked by A.T. from New York
on June 9, 2009
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I A. trying to get feedback on removeable palette expanders and non removeable expanders. My son needs one and one orthodontist uses one type and the other one uses t...
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- My son was 9 at the time. We decided on the removable palette expander. It's amazing what a wonderful job it has done. Sure it took some getting used to. My son ha...
- i think it depends on the age of your child. I had a removable expander when i was about 15. I could clean it at night and turn the key once a day. It was pain free...
- Dear MOM, My cousin had this and the roof of her mouth BROKE. it was horribly painful. Make sure your MD has experience, and talk to other moms whom this Doctor...
Did I Get Rooked? European Bra Sizes?
Asked by B.G. from Birmingham
on August 25, 2011
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We all have heard that "such and such" percent of women are wearing the wrong bra size. After having a baby 2 years ago, losing all the weight plus some due to PPD, t...
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- I lived in England and bought quite a few bras and do not recall having to buy a completely different size. In jeans and shirts they are VERY different! A size 12 ...
- I would take it back. I got a European bra once and I got a size H!! Ugh. My bathing suit was an H too, I am a 36 DD. I cannot find a bra that fits me either! I c...
- A lot of american fitting specialist size wrong (add 5 inches here or 3 inches if a certain size etc) to cut down on production costs. They only make about 30 sizes o...
Help! What Birth Control
Asked by S.P. from Salt Lake City
on April 21, 2010
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Okay so its time to start birth control again~! anything new?? what is good, doesn't make you gain more weight. sEriously we all had kids like we need extra added on. ...
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- I use Yasmin. It's the only kind that doesn't make me cramp all the time.
- I am on Seasonique and I only have 4 periods a yr it's great I haven't gained any weight and I have been on it since it came out some yrs ago. the only downside I have...
- Nuvaring!! Best thing ever, or so I'm told... I got my hubby fixed and I had an ablation... but my friends have all used Nuvaring and loved it! That's what I would use...
Bra Size
Asked by S.B. from Cincinnati
on June 20, 2009
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I've been boggled by the bra fitting issue since having kids. I was a respectable B cup pre-kids but after I've finished nursing my 2nd child, I'm not even really an A...
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- I'd recommend going to Victoria Secret or JCPenney and having them do a bra fitting on you. They would be able to help you find a good bra
- I agree with the other ladies. Go to a store and get fitted. Lots of places do it now and it only takes a quick second. I'm having the opposite problem as you, I just ...
- Actually you can be fitted for bras at certain stores, and don't be embarassed to use them for that purpose. Victoria Secrect, Fredricks, Macys and Nordstrom's will a...
Sleep Apnea,,How to Deal with a Relationship and Pain from the Mask.
Asked by C.P. from Green Bay
on June 18, 2008
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Hi, I have sleep apnea and just received my CPAC machine. Can anyone tell me if they have a problem with the mask hurting your face and nose? I am feeling a bit cl...
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- My husband has used this mask for years (he's 34). It doesn't hurt him, you might mention it to your doctor. It's possible there is another size to try... As for ...
- speak to the person who gets your supplies for your machine, they have different sizes of masks and styles as well. You may just need a different style.
- I work at a dental office that is now getting into sleep medicine and am learning a lot about it. A couple thoughts..If you only have mild to moderate sleep apnea you ...
Seeking Advice: Pavlik Harness on 2 Months Old with Congenital Hip Dysplasia
Asked by M.A. from Philadelphia
on April 4, 2009
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My daughter got the harness Monday the 30th of March and it has only been 5 days and I hate it! It's tearing into her skin! The pediatrician today wrapped gauze arou...
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- M., your pediatrician did what a majority of docs do. Does she see a pediatric orthopedic doctor? She may have had a growth spurt and needs to be refitted or it could ...
- Hello! My son is 11 weeks old and just finished his time in a pavlik harness. He also had hip dysplasia. It was checked for in the hospital, which is now common pra...
- I work for an orthotic/prosthetic company and we dispense items like that. Where did you get it? You should be able to call them and go back and have them fix it/adj...
Please Help My Mom....
Asked by G.B. from Portland
on May 22, 2008
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My dad (step dad, but the only one I ever knew) died suddenly yesterday and I need to know if anyone has a book to support a woman through the loss of her husband and ...
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- Hi G., I actually work for Hospice in the bereavement department and have many different kinds of literature for your mom as well as the kids. Let me know where I can...
- I really feel for you at this time. Three years ago, we lost a beloved step-father (my husband's), and he was the best Papa! My mother-in-law (also wonderful) tried ha...
- My condolences on your loss. I think they should go to the funeral because funerals help people cope with the death of a loved one. It brings closure. Plus, eventu...
2 Year Old Having Tubes Put in and Need Some Advice
Asked by K.A. from Syracuse
on March 22, 2008
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My 2 year old son is going to have tubes in his ears, because of many ear infections. I am not sure what going to happen or expect. Has any parents have had a young ch...
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- K., My daughter nursed until she was 13 months old and never had an ear infection, then as soon as she stopped nursing she got an ear infection and no matter what m...
- Hi K., My daughter had tubes put in her ears when she was 18 months old. The procedure took about 10 minutes and she was out for about 15 minutes. After the procedur...
- My eldest had terrible ear infections every year until he was 4. All the children at that time were getting tubes if they had even a few ear infections. My pediatric...
