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Inducing Labor
I went into the hospital about 6am, and when the labor pains started they .... when you go into labor without any help, so I say if you're ready go for it! ...
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- My mom was induced 4 times and then the doctor had to break her water for my sister to be born! I guess it all depends on when the baby is ready! Good luck!
- Are you just 36 weeks now? No way would I attempt to induce at 36 weeks without a solid medical reason. The last weeks are tough, but hang in there!
- Hi Monica_ with my second child my husband gave me about a 20 minute hard foot rub all over my feet and calves. 15mins later my water broke. A messaga theripist said...
Ob-Gyn -- Solo Practice vs Group Practice?
Oct 5, 2009 ... labor and delivery in 5 answersI also had to go into Labor and ..... of a nationally ranked hospital for Labor and Deliverywe lived just ...
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- I went to an OB/Gyn practice with 2 doctors and two nurse midwives. Although both doctors were completely competent, I definitely felt more comfortable with one than w...
- I have been with a group practice for both of my girls. They make you see each doctor at least once so you at least know who they are. After that, you can schedule wit...
- If you choose a group practice you NEED to be ok with ANY of the members of the group being "on" the day you go into labor. Yes, it is luck of the draw. Now, theoret...
3Rd Pregnancy - Having Contractions Every 4 Min
When it finally came time to go to the hospital the real labor came on very suddenly. The hospital was only about 5 min away from me and when I got there I ...
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- Hello D'Anne, I didn't have this happen to me, but it did happen to my sister. She lived 30 mins away from the hospital and was having contractions as well...My young...
- I had tons of contractions with my third child. Sometimes they were 2 minutes apart and lasted for a long time. The contractions started in mid to late October and I...
- Hi D'Anne, My sons are older now, but I remember those pregnancy days all too well. For my third, I had pains in my legs as well from the pressure on my nerves. I a...
Good Labor and Delivery Books for Future Dad
Our childbirth class included a tour of the hospital and lots of specific information - like where to go if you go into labor during off hours. ...
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- The "What to Expect" series has a book just for dads that is pretty good. That being said, I think you should still go to the classes together. You can find one that...
- L., I recommend "The BIrth Book" by Doctor Sears. It's great. Also, if you are planning or thinking about a natural birth, there is a GREAT class at Blooma (an am...
- I'll second Ina May's Guide to Childbirth and add "The Birth Partner" by Penny Simkin. The Birth Partner really helps your hubby learn what he'll need to do during lab...
How Long Until Labor?
My worst fear is I would go into labor and not make it to the hospital, which is like 40 min. away. Didn't have any of these symptons with the others. ...
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- Hi T. The good news is it won't be more than 6 weeks right? I went into labor at 18 weeks, hospital, mag drip, or all kinds of things. From then on I was in labor....
- Both of my girls were early - I was due 3/5 w/my oldest and started w/preterm labor on 1/3 - she was born right @ 36 wks and was fine - my youngest was due 12/14 & I b...
- When I was pregnant with my daughter I went into labor at 31 weeks. At that time they told me I was fully dialated fully afaced. They gave me shots to help her breeath...
Info on Labor & Delivery OKC Area Hospitals..
Info on Labor & Delivery OKC Area Hospitals. ... <G> I would look into Baptist or Yukon Integris--I'll never go to Mercy again. ...
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- I delivered my first child in Yukon and he stayed in my room at all times except the hearing screening and vaccinations. My second will be born there in a few months....
- I delivered both my girls at Baptist and had a wonderful experience both times!! The nurses are great and the floor is clean and quiet. Both of my girls were taken f...
- Integris Canadian Valley Regional Hospital (Yukon)and Integris Baptist Medical Center are both great facilities. Either choice will be great. Yukon is a newer facilit...
St. John's Vs. Santa Monica Hospital?
When you go on the tour, you'll get a feel for both places. ... It is an amazing hospital. The labor and delivery department nurses were so sweet and the ...
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- L., my children are now 12 and 9, but I had both of them at Santa Monica Hospital and everything went really well there. The parking isn't the greatest, but the two f...
- Hi L.. When we lived in the westside, we visited both hospitals before the birth of my first child. That was 2 1/2 years ago. I now have a second daughter, born at ...
- Hi L., I can add two cents about St. Johns... just had our boy there 6 months ago. We did the tour prior which I would recommend (but book it sooner than later) - it...
Menstrual Cramps at 40 Weeks?
You are soooo in labor - YEA! If you aren't at the hospital go on! ..... My labor was just like cramping. Please go to hospital or doctor immediately for a ...
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- Sounds to me like your body is getting ready to have a baby!!! Everything you are experiencing is completely normal. Just try to relax, I know easier said than done! ...
- What you're feeling could be Braxton Hicks (practice contractions). Believe me, you'll know when you are in labor because the pains will get closer together and increa...
- Get to your doctor. Sounds like labor to me. God Bless.
How Fast Will Labor for 2Nd Baby Be Compared to 1St?
My first child, I had the contraction around 7 p.m., but I didn't go into the hospital until the next morning. My labor was 7 minutes apart when we left the ...
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- From what I've read, every single labor/child delivered is different and you cannot really know ahead of time what to expect. In two weeks you'll be 36 weeks so if yo...
- I was specifically told that it can take longer because your body is already used to having been in labor. I started dialating sooner with my second, but I think labor...
- I have heared it said that the 2nd is faster than the 1st. In my case it was way true. My 1st took about 8 hrs. from first contraction to being out. My second, way fas...
Which Is Better for Labor and Deliver: West Valley or Banner Estrella?
I'm going to take the tour at Banner Estrella and go there for the delivery. .... Need Help Choosing a Chandler/Mesa/Gilbert Area Hospital for Labor and ...
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- I have never been to West Valley but I delivered both my boys at Banner Estrella, the 1st in Jan '07 & 2nd in July '08. I had great, caring, attentive nurses both time...
- Hi A., Since the average birth now seems to cost about $11,000...I find it shocking that women feel compelled to bribe nurses with gifts so that they are "happy" ...
- I toured both and chose Banner Estrella when I had my son in 2006. I am due with baby number 2 in the spring and I plan to use Banner Estrella again. All of my nurse...
