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Older Mom Thinking About Having a Second Child
I had my second child at age 37 and I wouldn't trade him for anything. ...... second trimester tests · older woman · news articles · women older ...
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- if you didn't have any pregnancy issues with your first pregnancy, then definitely do it. I have 2 friends and sister in law who just now (last month) had their 2nd & ...
- I had my 3rd when I was 38 and a friend of mine had her 3rd at 40! If you want another child then go for it because if you don't you might regret it later on.
- Hi there!! I had my first at 35 and my second last year at 37. So right now, I'm the proud mommy of an almost 4 year old (he'll be 4 on 7/1 and I'll be 39 on 7/15!!) a...
Worried
... second trimester in 2 answers she tried not to get her hopes up until she ... 4 this month and then at 24 weeks on our second pregnancy we loss our baby ...
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- Hi S.. Congrats on your pregnancy. My first pregnancy ended in miscarriage at 12 weeks. Me and my husband were devastated. 6 months later I got pregnant again and ...
- all I can tell you is to talk your fears out with your hubby, chances are he's having the same types of thoughts. Its completely normal to have all those fears, just t...
- Well, whatever happens, it's beyond your control. I try to always let go of the worries that come along with things I can't control by living in the moment. There ar...
First Trimester Screening for down Syndrome
22 Sep 2009 ... I didnt have a positive first trimester screening but did have an amnio with my second son born on May 1st because I am 36 yrs old The key ...
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- M., I also agree with many who have already commented. If your amnio comes back positive will you terminate the pregnancy? If not, then why borrow worry. My husb...
- My daughter is 24 and had a child that had down syndrome. We don't have anyone in our family with downs. Sometimes it just happens. We couldn't be more proud to have l...
- this test is wrong one out of 4 times... in my opinion the risk of the amnio isn't worth it, that being said, having a DS child really doesn't change anything you migh...
Flying While Pregnant
Read all 28 responses: "Is it safe to fly at the end of your 10th week of pregnancy? Most things say it is safe during second trimester. Does anyone know?
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- You're fine. It's a concern only if you dont want to barf on the plane. (and in the 3rd trimester, have a child-birth drama on the plane. Maybe you'd name your chil...
- Hi R., I flew during my first trimester -- I was about 9 or 10 weeks pregnant and I was just fine. I just made sure that I did not lift any heavy luggage or anythi...
- I actually found out I was pregnant the day before a trip to Maui. So I was roughly 4 weeks along. I had no issues I was told to move a lot because of risk of blood...
Blood Test for down Syndrome
10 Sep 2009 ... But I suppose if you've gone this far with the testing just hearing the results of the second part of the test can't hurt. Helpful? ...
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- Hi Lili, Just want to let you know that here in Boston they perform two blood tests in order to determine the chance of DS. They follow up the first blood test with...
- I have three children and I've never had the test done. I was told by all three doctors that often the first test has a false positive. If the one you just had done ...
- this happens all the time, the blood test shows that it is possible but the amnio is the real deal. I would not worry too much if the first result is normal. The 2n...
Constant Fatigue Continuing in 2Nd Trimester
Perhaps have a few simple blood tests done to check levels for thyroid, aneamia, etc. ... I'm dealing with the 1st Trimester fatigue of my second pregnancy. ...
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- Like most of the posts have said, being pregnant with #2 is a whole new ball game then #1. You have a toddler that you are looking after and that takes energy. Even if...
- Hi A.! I recall the second one taking a bit more energy from me too! A friend of mine though would always take 2 to 3 hour naps everyday no matter what she did during ...
- I don't have a solution, just wanted to offer support. I am also expecting #2 & it's just awful this time. I could sleep constantly if I could. You are busy with a ...
Mystic Tanning While Pregnant
I am in my 3rd trimester. I am wondering if it is safe to do mystic tanning. It is a spray on tan. ..... second trimester tests · trimester avoid ...
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- Don't do it. Not because your pregnant but because they look aweful. Everyone knows you didn't just come back from the Bahamas so they'll know it's fake. Besides, it c...
- J., congratulations! It's so exciting becoming a mommy all over again! I would like to suggest speaking to your doctor. As a nurse and skin care consulant, I agree wi...
- I am glad you are thinking about this and asking questions. The decision will be up to you. I am sure there aren't any 'known risks', but as with anything you put on...
Carrying Second Baby Low
I also was bed ridden between my first and second trimesters for about a month. the funniest thing about it was that I felt like I was always walking funny ...
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- All babies are carried different from the other. My first was really high the whole time, my second was always really low. I dont think it is a big deal, and just beca...
- Only time to get concerned is if you are feeling serious "pressure" down below, contractions close together (not the mild squeezing/tightening sensations of Braxton-Hi...
- Whatever you do don't expect since your carrying low they are "getting into position". I thought forsure I would have my 2nd early. I was carrying low, she was head ...
Miscarriage Advice
I had a second trimester miscarriage in August just a few months ago. We have a 2 year old as well. Just like you all the ultrasounds were fine, blood tests ...
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- J., I'm so sorry for your loss. I had two miscarriages - one at 11 weeks and one at 7 weeks. In both cases, I had no indication or symptoms that anything was wron...
- I'm so sorry for your loss. I has a 1st trimester miscarriage 7 years ago (I had 1 child at the time and now 2 more since). I had a D&C, and physically I healed fairly...
- dear J., I am deeply sorry about your loss,this has been always a difficult subject for me to discuss with my own patients and even after so many years experience it n...
1St Trimester Insomnia
I'm in my second trimester now so my ob says Tylenol PM is safe. ... weeks but if it doesn't you may want to get a blood test to see if your thyroid is ok. ...
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- Crazy but true - I had Madden's football book next to my bed- One knee equals two feet. I do like football - but this book would put me to sleep everytime. I lov...
- I'm so glad I'm not the only one. I'm 10 weeks and I just can't get a good night's sleep. I'm tired all day at work and then we I do get home and get in the bed I spe...
- I have gotten it through this entire pregnancy so far and I am 21 weeks. According to my doctor it happens and there is not much that can be done other than dealing wi...
