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Having a Complete Hysterctomy
Asked by J.O. from Terre Haute
on August 11, 2009
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Hi, I'm a mom of two teenage sons and happily married career women who is scheduled to have a complete hysterctomy and a couple of minor surgeries at the same time per...
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- Hi Jo Ellen, I had a total Hysterectomy at 42 It was the best thing I have ever done. For a few months I had mixed emotions and felt a little empty but as time went ...
- Jo Ellen, I had a complete hysterectomy last September. I have no complaints, it did take me the complete 4-6 weeks to recover and not feel completely tired after 2...
- Hi Jo Ellen, Although I have not personally had a hysterectomy, I supported a friend through her's and was introduced to a website that is extremely helpful in what ...
Potty Training for My Daughter
Asked by S.W. from Denver
on December 19, 2008
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My daughter was born with a Bladder Extrophe (her bladder was on the outside)as well as her pubic bone was splayed open and had to be fused together. She spent her fir...
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- i have dealt with a lot of different conditions such as this. my best thought for you would be to treat it as normal potty training. give her prizes for doing it. get ...
- if this is a documented medical condition (sounds like it is), your daughter has legal protection to allow and keep her in kindy. talk to the principal of your school ...
- Hi S., What a lot for a child to have gone through already in this life. It's wonderful that you are so sensitive to what is happening. It could be normal at this ...
Update
Asked by L.D. from New York
on December 22, 2008
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There were a lot of amazing women who messaged me on here when i needed help and advice I just wanted to do a quick update if anyone wanted to know. My Feb 15th due da...
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- Oh Lacey...my heart goes out to you! I will pray for you and your baby...I hope you are out sooner than later, but just keep in mind that You are a gift and so is you...
- congratulations on your new baby girl....lil girls are precious gifts from God.......May you have a speedy recovery and may you be home soon with your lil girl.... Me...
- Hi Lacey! gosh, I am so sorry all of that happened to you and your daughter. congrats on the birth of your daughter.. I hope everyone is healthy and happy now and you...
Preparing for Surgery for 2 Year Old-how Do You Help Them?
Asked by P.G. from Dallas
on November 26, 2008
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Hi Moms,
Can someone out there share words of wisdome for getting through the pre-surgery prep with a toddler? My son will be undergoing surgery in March (he'll be ...
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- My daughter had surgery when she was 3 to remove a cyst in her throat. Very scarey. You are your son's barometer. He has no idea what to expect and has no reason to...
- Have you tried asking the social workers and/or child life specialists at Children's for advice on how to handle this? They are experts on helping kids deal with surg...
- Hi P., let me just saw...we as as mom know what you are going through. Our daughter just turned 4, in April of this year when she was 3 we had to have a Naval Hernia r...
I Am So Mad, I'm Shaking....
Asked by J.D. from Dallas
on March 8, 2008
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I will try to make this brief, I just don't know what to do right now. I am a chronic pain patient after suffering a back injury many years ago and under-going numero...
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- There is a very good organization in FT.WORTH TEXAS that can advise you and council your husband, hopefully with privacy. TCMERF. Contact them.If you have insurance th...
- Hi J., Well I think it's probably a good idea that you both get off the pain meds. I would seek a different choice for pain management. At this point you both are add...
- I just had to say that first of all, I am sooooo sorry for your situation! I can only imagine how angry and betrated you feel, and it is good that you can vent somewh...
Tubal Ligation Questions
Asked by K.H. from Albuquerque
on June 18, 2009
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I've looked at my options and decided that a tubal ligation is what's best for me. I don't want anymore children, and I won't take any hormones (I'm over 35 and cauti...
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- I know that you said this was the best option for you, but have you considered options for your husband? A vasectomy is much less invasive. Basically he is in and ou...
- Kim, I am right now pregnant with my third child and have decided that this is my last. I spoke with my doctor at length about this issue and he has repeatedly told...
- As long as you are aware of the situation with being hard to wake up just make sure your Dr. who is doing the procedure is aware of this ahead of time they can give yo...
Help! My Kids Have Destroyed My Bladder!
Asked by S.T. from Denver
on September 24, 2008
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OK. I swallowing my pride here because I really want to find out what have been your post kids experiences with your bladder. Since having kids (youngest are 9 1/2), I...
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- My chiropractor uses cold laser therapy on the S2 vertebrae while I do kegel exercises. Sometimes the nerve gets turned off so no matter how many kegels you do it doe...
- Hi S. A conservative approach that works is a specialty of Physical Therapy. I am a PT and have a friend that does only this type of PT. It goes beyond the typical ...
- I know it probably isn't what you're hoping to hear, but it seems that the surgery really may be your best bet. While I haven't dealt with this issue personally, a cou...
Need Some Help
Asked by C.F. from Dallas
on October 1, 2007
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Well due to my daughter being born at 24 weeks and almost not making it twice I am very scared to have anymore kids myself. The docs couldnt explain to my why she came...
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- I'm sorry. I don't have any information for you. But you will be in my prayers. I will ask around though. I think I may know a few parents who have adopted. You are in...
- You should contact agencies that are licensed non-profit agencies. They do charge fees but they are for the work the social workers do with the birthmom and with you ...
- How scary fpr you to go through that. It is a miracle your little girl survived! My little brother was adopted from Korea. He has Reactive Attachment Disorder due t...
Getting My Tubes Tied
Asked by T.M. from Panama City
on October 14, 2008
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Hey moms, I'm a little confused about when is the best time to have my tubes tied. I am 40 yrs. old and due with my second child any day now and use midwives for deliv...
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- If you are really wanting to wait, I have a suggestion. Look in or ask you ob/gym about essure. It is an alternative to having your tubes tied. Cores are placed in ...
- I saw at least one other mom who had the same thought as I did. Have you and your husband discussed a vasectomy? It is a very simple and quick in office procedure to ...
- Hi T.! I had my tubes tied the day after my 4th child was born, and I definitely recommend to go ahead and do it while you're still in the hospital with the newborn. ...
Mom Has Gone on Strike!!!
Asked by L.M. from San Antonio
on August 27, 2006
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Hello everyone,
I have a question about whether or not I am doing the right thing. I have 3 kids. 17yo,14yo,and 10yo and a husband who works full time. I guess th...
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- Congrats for putting your foot down!!! Now, keep it there!!! Your husband is your partner, not your oldest child, and though, yes, he does make all the money, he would...
- Considering your health problems and sequence of unfortunate events, I'm surprised you held out this long! I totally agree with everything you did, and the most import...
- GOOD FOR YOU!!!!! They should be making you breakfast, taking you out places, etc.... I am sure they will learn how to care for themselves quickly... Take Care!!!
