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[ - ] Looking for c-section experiences. Positive shared room experiences? Or places in NYC where a private room doesn't cost extra? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 01.26.13, 10:32 PM Flag
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General Topics 01.27.13, 01:13 AM Flag
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I had 2 c-sections at Lenox Hill. The first night w/first DD I didn't get a private room and it was a nightmare. The mother and baby cried all night, and since I didn't get into the room til 1am it was pretty brutal. If you can swing a private room DO IT. I don't think there are private rooms in NYC where you don't need to pay more. CT, LI and NJ - privates are the norm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.27.13, 05:19 AM Flag
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Thank you. I am thinking more and more we should get a private room. At least for the first night. I hear lihc in Brooklyn they are only $200. But I think we should not have that be a factor in making our decision. It would only be a difference of 300-600. I am thinking we could have a private the first and maybe second night. Thinking of it as an insurance deductible or something. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.27.13, 12:26 PM Flag
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If you are still watching this - I used my HSA to fund private room. At Lenox Hill it was 750 a night or something. That was in May - up from 400 in 2010 when I had DD. The nurses said it was because of Beyonce factor! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.28.13, 09:23 PM Flag
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Private room is nice. To put it in context, it's like the most worthwhile hotel room you'll ever pay for. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.28.13, 09:22 PM Flag
[ - ] Choosing OB/Hospital for my C-section (September). Anyone have experience with the following hospitals for C-section: Mt. Sinai, NYU, Lenox Hill, Brooklyn Hospital? I live in Brooklyn, but it will be scheduled, so don't see why going to Manhattan wouldn't be doable. Thanks! 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 01.25.13, 03:25 PM Flag
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sooooooooo many previous posts on this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:30 PM Flag
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I accidentally posted more than once, sorry about that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:28 PM Flag
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no, no...I mean, just do a search and you'll find a wealth of information already covered on this topic. GL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:34 PM Flag
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of course given the poor search function, i think she is right to repost [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:38 PM Flag
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Yeah, I am searching but there are so many to weed through, thought this might be more efficient. But will keep looking on my own too! Thank you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:41 PM Flag
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Just please don't do SLR. Their recovery nurses are the worst. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:47 PM Flag
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ok, thanks for the tip! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 04:24 PM Flag
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I found the opposite there - loved the recovery nurses to death. They were awesome. However I had vaginal births so I'm talking about the post-partum floor, not recovery room after surgery. L&D nurses at SLR, on the other hand, were quite mean. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 04:33 PM Flag
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see, and i had fantastic nurses on regular L&D at SLR(I was there several times before i delivered) and found the post-partum ones to be OK, but not good. But i have yet to hear anyone sing the praises of PP nurses. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 07:07 PM Flag
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Had a c, not planned, at Mt. Sinai last September. Amazing experience. Used Chen/Morgan OB. Chen did the surgery. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:48 PM Flag
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Thanks, I feel good about Mt Sinai, I had my myomectomy there in Sept, so I feel fairly comfortable because I have been there before. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 04:25 PM Flag
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I had my C-section with Callipari at Mt Sinai and was up and walking the following morning! Small and very low scar. Definitely doable from Brooklyn, just remember that by the end of pregnancy you'll need to go more frequently for check-ups. GL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:58 PM Flag
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I have him down as one of my top possibilities! I scheduled a first appointment in two weeks, but he is too full to take me, so I have to see Dr. Tang. Do you have any experience with any of the other Dr's in that practice? Also, were you able to have your baby on your chest right away or did they take her/him away to do all the vitals and then you could have skin to skin/breastfeeding? Is your baby sleeping next to you or in a different room? Thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 04:23 PM Flag
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He's great! I met Tang only once, she seemed nice as well, I think they're all good. No, not able to hold baby on chest right away but it was all very pleasant. They quickly checked DB and then wrapped her and handed her to DH. They handed DB to me for BF once I was in the recovery room - it seemed rather quick, but I honestly don't remember how much time there was in between. They are pretty adamant about BF and will help you with that. You can choose whether to have DB next to you in the room or not. If not, they roll them in to your room whenever they need to BF. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 05:14 PM Flag
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Did you have a private or shared room? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:19 PM Flag
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I don't think NYU has re-opened yet. I believe they are still sending all their OB patients to LH. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 04:01 PM Flag
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They opened Jan 14th! Just called... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 06:48 PM Flag
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I had one unplanned Emergency C and 2 planned C's at Cornell. 3 healthy babies and a really good experience. I would highly recommend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 04:07 PM Flag
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Thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 04:25 PM Flag
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Choose based on OB practice, not the hospital. All hospitals in NYC are kind of meh, and the nurses are hit or miss. What you really want to know is who covers for your OB - I know it's scheduled, but things happen. My first C/S was at a hospital I won't name, dr. I had never met before from a different practice covering for my regular OB (whom I really like, btw.) Had complications in 2d pregnancy, went to hi-risk practice at a different hospital, where top MFM certified OB did my C/S and later asked "who did this to you?!?" in reference to the scarring from the first. I don't know if it's just one of those things or if 1st doc did a bad job, that's why I won't name, but ask all the OBs who takes call for them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 07:06 PM Flag
[ - ] I am looking for an amazing OB in NYC. (I am in first trimester, first time) I need to have a c-section and am 36, so I am looking for someone potentially High Risk. But, I am hoping for someone who is alternative minded. I have read some Dr's do c-sections differently and are more conscious of the mother wanting to hold the baby asap, and making it as close to a natural birth as possible given the circumstances. Thanks 28 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 01.25.13, 12:51 PM Flag
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Dr. Janice Marks East 79th St. High Risk ob gyn. She delivered my 3rd child and is amazing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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and gl! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 01:52 PM Flag
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Thank you! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:04 PM Flag
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Dr Geeta Sharma delivered my high risk baby. Loved her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 01:57 PM Flag
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Thanks, she isn't under my insurance either. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:22 PM Flag
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Janice Marks is my OBGYN too. Delivered all three of my children. She is wonderful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:11 PM Flag
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She isn't in my insurance :( She looks great! (United Health Care) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:15 PM Flag
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Lawrence Cutler. Good luck! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:15 PM Flag
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Thank you! Not covered under my insurance. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:26 PM Flag
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Dr. Lee! Same practice as Sharma and Kalish but much better bedside manner and really an awesome doctor and person. Would completely recommend her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:25 PM Flag
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Thanks, what's Dr Lee's first name? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:26 PM Flag
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Dr. Buterman, upper east side. Not "alternative" minded, but the best bedside manner...and really will work with you in terms of what you want/expect. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:26 PM Flag
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Thank you! not covered... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:26 PM Flag
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Oh, that's too bad! What insurance do you have? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:34 PM Flag
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United Health Care (through NYSHIP) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:47 PM Flag
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I have UHC, just had db! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:51 PM Flag
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Ok, I will call the office :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:53 PM Flag
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Yes, he does take it, that's weird that he doesn't show up as covered, thanks for following up with me on that! You had c-section? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:01 PM Flag
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I had a c-sec because baby was in trouble. Baby was big to start with, was not descending well, but he let me keep trying until it actually just became unsafe. He is an excellent surgeon though! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:34 PM Flag
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^^ and he's older, has been around for ages, the hospital staff love and know him well (which really helps IMO) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:35 PM Flag
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I seriously can't believe anyone could have had a good experience with him! I went on a recommendation once and was in complete shock he could have come recommended. It was a holiday and he was trying to cover for another doctor, but I was there for 3+ hours. After he had seen me and asked me to wait in his office, I did that for another half hour...when I heard him in the hall saying, who is [insert my name]....I ended up finding Dr. Matut whom I loved. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:33 PM Flag
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PP:Sorry you had a bad experience with him, but i wouldn't discourage others from using him. Honestly, he can be a little "cold" on the regular, routine visits, but when it comes down to the day of delivery he is VERY warm and paternal like. He held my hand with my head on his shoulder in the OR while I was waiting for the spinal and in pain. He gave me a huge hug when he found me crying in my room pp. He would come and sit with me and chat pp while he was waiting for other patients in labor. I couldn't ask for more. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:39 PM Flag
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His office staff is not the best and it is true that he is a little detached during regular visits, but if you ask him questions he always answers in detail and does not rush you. And he is amazing during delivery, works to avoid c-sections, and has years and years of experience so he really knows what he is doing, which is all that matters when you want a good, safe delivery. I had my dd with him, he was at the hospital with me from 11 pm to 1 pm the next day and I felt like I was in good hands, I could trust him. So mine was a good xperience. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.20.13, 08:50 PM Flag
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NYU. Just deliver at NYU. I had 2 c/s at nyu and this is their default practice by rule. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:33 PM Flag
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Thanks. I started looking at the Dr's and the first one is covered. Dr Lerner...so that's a good sign. NYU Langone, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 02:47 PM Flag
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Yes! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:42 PM Flag
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You can try Lee Ellen Morrone. UES [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:53 PM Flag
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she won't be on your insurance, but the office can call your plan and tell you how much you can expect to pay. Mt. S hospital will be on your plan. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.25.13, 03:54 PM Flag
[ - ] 1st DB is due tomorrow. On Thurs I had intense contractions for 2 hours, then they died down. On Fri I had lighter contractions for 3 hours. Last night nothing! We are so excited to meet the baby (don't know sex). What did you do to help your body go into labor naturally? Did it work? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 12.09.12, 03:46 PM Flag
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I walked and walked and walked. Everyday, anywhere from 3-6 miles, including on the treadmill. Who knows if it worked, but I did go into labor on my due date. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 12.09.12, 04:04 PM Flag
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I'm not sure anything works but patience. My dd came almost a week late. Tough at the end. You sort of feel like a ticking time bomb, but I really don't think there is much you can do. DB will be here soon! Congrats. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 12.09.12, 04:09 PM Flag
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spicy food [ Reply | More
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General Topics 12.09.12, 04:33 PM Flag
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How exciting for you! I remember that feeling!! Keep walking--that works best. I have also heard one glass of wine advised to some women (I never did that) and the old standby (and joke in many TV shows) -- orgasm. Good luck! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 12.09.12, 04:48 PM Flag
[ - ] 35 weeks pg. The knuckle on my left middle finger hurts, like I can't even make a fist. If it gets into a fist, it won't open up on it's own without pain. What the heck is going on? Right middle finger knuckle hurts in the morning, but wears off soon. Is this related to joints opening up during pregnancy or something else? I am 28 and worried I am getting arthritis or something. I know this is a weird question, but thanks anyway. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 11.08.12, 04:02 PM Flag
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my wrists were in severe pain when i was pregnant & my fingers would go numb. dr. said it was totally normal due to fluid retention. it should ease up after you have the baby. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.08.12, 04:04 PM Flag
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It can be due to the relaxin hormone but also nerve entrapment, like Carpal Tunnel is not uncommon in pregnancy due to fluids and relaxin. It should subside shortly after pregnancy, if that's what it is. If it doesn't you need further evaluation because it can be arthritis also. That's exactly where I DO have arthritis. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.08.12, 04:07 PM Flag
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it's the weather [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.08.12, 04:27 PM Flag
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The weather wouldn't do that if you have normal, healthy joints though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.08.12, 04:33 PM Flag
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And I am in CA anyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.08.12, 04:57 PM Flag
[ - ] Recommendations for post-partum wraps? I see the Belly Bandit everywhere, but it has bad reviews online. Thx. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 11.05.12, 11:59 PM Flag
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You would probably get better information on Amazon. Lots of reviews and products. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.06.12, 12:10 AM Flag
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Only believe the verified purchases [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.06.12, 12:21 AM Flag
[ - ] I was supposed to deliver my baby at NYU but now it's looking like Mount Sinai (given the evacuation situation). i have a Scheduled CSection. Any input / feedback on this hospital other than the fact that they have more private rooms? Just want to know what to expect in terms of the level of service, etc. I delivered at lenox w/ my first and that was great. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 11.01.12, 09:27 PM Flag
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With the evacuation situaton, I would not be expecting a private room. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.01.12, 09:30 PM Flag
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Ask Gwyneth P. about the service. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.01.12, 09:32 PM Flag
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good idea. do you have her cell? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.01.12, 09:47 PM Flag
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ask lasagna mom. she made her a vegan buckwheat dish and her kids delivered it personally. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.01.12, 09:59 PM Flag
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Why, yes, I do. It's 1-800-IMA-CUNT. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.01.12, 10:50 PM Flag
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bump! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.02.12, 03:36 PM Flag
[ - ] Just lost our power - central village 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.30.12, 12:46 AM Flag
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downtown too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.30.12, 12:51 AM Flag
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When did central village become a thing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.30.12, 12:56 AM Flag
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Would you prefer NYU land? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.30.12, 01:06 AM Flag
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What's central village? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.30.12, 04:02 AM Flag
[ - ] 14 weeks pregnant. I have terrible, horrible headaches every day. I'm drinking plenty of water. Any ideas on how to relieve them? I'd rather not take Tylenol. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.28.12, 06:44 PM Flag
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Welcome to the start of pregnancy hell. A lot more symptoms coming your way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 06:44 PM Flag
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Thanks. This is #2, so I have a good idea what I'm in for. Just don't remember the headaches being this bad with #1. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 06:50 PM Flag
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Every pg is different. I think I had a week like that then poof. Gone. I had to take something and hated it. But was desperate. Could also be weather. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 06:58 PM Flag
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So sorry. Not that many options. Tylenol has been around so long, it's known to be safe. I'd take Tylenol on a really bad day and save yourself if I were you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 06:49 PM Flag
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Try a massage. I also had some ice coffee occasionally to help with headaches. I don't consider Tylenol "proven safe" but think it probably won't hurt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 06:53 PM Flag
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Caffeine in small doses is a great idea. Safer than Tylenol. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 07:47 PM Flag
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np: My doctor told me she'd rather I drink a cup of coffee each day than keep having Tylenol to deal with headaches. I'm back on coffee and off the tylenol. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 08:01 PM Flag
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Have your blood pressure checked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 07:17 PM Flag
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Caffeine withdrawal? That can cause some really killer headaches. I found that a little coffee or tea would be fine especially after the 1st trimester. Good luck! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 07:51 PM Flag
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this happened to me this pregnancy. I resorted to hot compresses on my eyes and neck, caffeine and tylenol (per dr. suggestion), peppermint extract in shower and lots of water. 24 weeks now and headaches are almost gone. it must be hormonal. good luck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 07:53 PM Flag
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dark room and a nap [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 08:08 PM Flag
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Call your doc! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 08:23 PM Flag
[ - ] Expecting first. Do we need to upgrade to a 2BR? Currently have 1BR w/ 215 sq ft Living Room, 180 sq ft bedroom, eat in kitchen. Combining Living Room and Nursery doable? 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.27.12, 08:22 PM Flag
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Oh, this sounds grim. Really grim. Why do people live in this city when it's obviously killing 'em? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 08:25 PM Flag
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Community. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 08:32 PM Flag
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love this ^ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 08:21 AM Flag
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Because our perspectives don't necessarily align with those from backwater Kansas. Too much space is like too much "stuff", it's materialistic and a waste. As we've passed peak oil, watch for this suburban model America has constructed to collapse and for people to agglutinate near cities. An urban model is much better, environmentally and well as socially for child development. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 08:52 PM Flag
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np lol. What OP is describing is likely not even 600 sq ft (don't know size of eat in kitchen). That's a ridiculously small apt to try to live in with a child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 10:14 PM Flag
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OP - we have 750 sq ft (eat in kitchen is big). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 10:36 PM Flag
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Yes, you can make this work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 08:23 AM Flag
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OP - Exactly this. Thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 10:37 PM Flag
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Great post, I agree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 08:22 AM Flag
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It is doable. Think long term and if you need time to come up with money to move somewhere nicer later, don't move now. If you can afford to move, do it but certainly does not need to be immediate. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 03:01 AM Flag
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If your db turns out to be a light sleeper, you might find it tricky doing noisy chores while s/he's sleeping. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 08:36 PM Flag
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Ask yourself why you think this is a good option when you could move somewhere cheaper and have 2 BRs, even in another borough. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 08:44 PM Flag
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You can do it for a while. Even in a rental, you can put up a temporary wall (there are pressurized ones) to give db a little privacy. It's tight and you might need to put some stuff in storage for a while, but you will be better off in the long run to take some time to find the right place than moving to something not quite right, but a bit bigger. We moved to a temporary spot then again a year later and with the moving costs and stress, etc. I would have stayed in the smaller place and made a single, more strategic move. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 10:30 PM Flag
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OP - Thanks for sharing, won't rush into anything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.27.12, 10:37 PM Flag
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We have a 20 month old DS in a one bedroom, although its a larger onebedroom. It's completely doable. We have a great system down and DS's crib is in the dining area part if living room. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.28.12, 02:13 AM Flag
[ - ] I am newly pregnant and have had hypothyroid for many years controlled by taking medication. My questions is does your OB oversee you, your endocrinologist or both together? My longtime endocrinologist says it's my OB alone, but my OB just referred me to another endocrinologist. Is this normal? Have any of you had any experience dealing with thyroid issues during pregnancy? Thanks!!! 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.23.12, 09:09 PM Flag
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Congratulations! I have hypothyroid (Hashimoto’s) and saw an OB and Endo while I was pregnant – both at Cornell East Side. They worked together throughout my pregnancy, it was great. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 09:11 PM Flag
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Thanks! My OB is Cornell and she referred me to Cornell's endo practice at the hospital. Same experience? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.24.12, 07:22 PM Flag
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They should both be following you. If your endocrinologist does not want to participate, you need a new endocrinologist who has experience in pregnancy -signed MD mom [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 09:20 PM Flag
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agree - i'm a thyroid surgeon and my endocrinologist colleagues pay particular attention to their pregnant patients! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 09:33 PM Flag
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I went to an endo while pg--waited nearly an hour, he spent about 4 minutes with me and looked at the test, agreed with my gyn's assessment and left. I think he billed over $450 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.24.12, 03:20 AM Flag
[ - ] I just learned that I am GBS positive (have the strep bacteria in my vaginal tract) and i'm delivering my baby in a few weeks. How serious is this?? 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.23.12, 08:38 PM Flag
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gross...how did you get strep in your vaginal tract [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:40 PM Flag
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very common; every pregnant woman is tested fro it. OP, you will get IV abx during labor. not a biggie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:42 PM Flag
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you will be fine. take the antibiotic and start on a probiotic now and continue through the 1st few weeks of breastfeeding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:42 PM Flag
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just to follow up -- take the probiotic so you and baby don't end up with thrush. good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:55 PM Flag
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Can't your doctor tell you this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:43 PM Flag
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yes she can. my appt's tomorrow. thought i'd get a headstart on UB [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:44 PM Flag
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yes she can. my appt's tomorrow. thought i'd get a headstart on UB [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:44 PM Flag
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This is fairly common during pregnancy. When I was pregnant with #1, I was part of a mommy group and I believe a quarter of the women were diagnosed with this during the pregnancy. You take antibiotics and that's it. It's not a big deal at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:46 PM Flag
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Common. Dr. will give you an antibiotic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:55 PM Flag
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not an issue. Need to get the antibiotic before induction or as soon as you get to the hospital [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 08:59 PM Flag
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It is a common finding, not to worry, just take the antibiotics as advised in active labor [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 10:10 PM Flag
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Just a piece in WSJ about how chewing xylitol gum helps prevent transmission. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.24.12, 12:52 AM Flag
[ - ] What are some good snacks to take to the hospital when you get admitted for labor? Are there certain foods you should stay away from? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.22.12, 09:59 PM Flag
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Take juices so there's less poop to worry BOUT. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:03 PM Flag
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Ice pops and sorbet tasted like heaven when I was in labor. Make sure to bring stuff for after – I had DS in the middle of the night and had nothing packed to eat and was starving. Luna bars, peanut butter crackers, etc. are good. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:05 PM Flag
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nothing fatty or heavy. Honestly, by the time I was at the hospital I was so not into eating! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:06 PM Flag
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You must have gone quickly! I was there for 48 hours before my angel appeared. I was hungry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:19 PM Flag
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I was home (1 block away) until I was 5 cm! 6 hours of active labor at the hospital. I did eat a big pasta dinner during early labor at home though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:39 PM Flag
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they have stuff for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:14 PM Flag
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np: they sure don't! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 12:39 AM Flag
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I had miso soup. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:20 PM Flag
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Prunes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:23 PM Flag
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have a take out menu handy to order delivery from once your baby pops out. I was very happy to have my favorite pizza and salad after hours of no food. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:27 PM Flag
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...if you're in nyc, most hospitals will have menus for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:27 PM Flag
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Haha, not gummy bears. There's a legendary story I've heard where someone thought they were technically "clear foods" and she basically pooped them back out on the delivery table, looking remarkably recognizable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.22.12, 10:52 PM Flag
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I wasn't allowed to eat! I thought that was normal - three kids, different hospitals/doctors, same rule. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:09 AM Flag
[ - ] Do you know how hard is it to get a private room at New York Presbiterian for your delivery? Trying to decide between doctors who work there and Mount Sinai (which is also cheaper for private rooms). Thanks!!! 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.17.12, 08:31 PM Flag
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It totally depends on how many other people are delivering that day [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:35 PM Flag
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I delivered at Columbia and it was not so easy - the first time I had to wait for a few hours, the second time I was put on the ante-natal floor and the nurses were plain horrible. I was criticized incessantly, nobody could even watch my baby for 5 minutes while I used the shower, etc. When you say NYP, I don't know whether you are talking about Columbia or Weill Cornell, though. The doctors at Columbia were amazing, though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:39 PM Flag
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Thanks! I mean Cornell. I really want to have a private room and am even willing to switch doctors if it's easier to score one at Mt. Sinai. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:49 PM Flag
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I delivered at NY Pres and there were so many babies born that night it took forever to get an epidural and I didn't get a private room til the second night. That said, the nurses were WONDERFUL. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:51 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 11:21 PM Flag
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I had a private room the first time (I insisted and begged and pleaded) and they did not have one the second time. You know what? There was no need for one. Save you money. Its 2 nights. Go where the docs and nurses are. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:54 PM Flag
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Me too and I feel exactly the same way. A private room would have been nice the second time but I actually enjoyed the company the second time around anyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.18.12, 12:53 AM Flag
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City hospitals that you probably would never consider tend to have very nice L&D. Definitely nicer than Sinai. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:55 PM Flag
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It's not easy. You have to be a squeaky wheel. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:15 PM Flag
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The second you arrive, have DH go register you for a private room - this will get you in the line. Then it is just luck of the draw on supply and demand. I started out in a shared room but was transferred to a private within a few hours. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:21 PM Flag
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Thanks! How many people are in the shared rooms? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.18.12, 12:38 AM Flag
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Supply and demand. I couldn't imagine spending $2400 for 4 nights in the hispital when I could go on a really nice weekend getaway for that much! First time at Cornell they could barely find a bed, second time I had a double room to myself (at no extra cost) for 3 of the 4 nights bc there were so few deliveries. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:34 PM Flag
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first baby got noe right away; second i had to share a room for 1 day then got one the next.. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:35 PM Flag
[ - ] Trying to decide on OB for my 1st pregnancy: Dr. Alan Adler, Dr. Wenhui Jin or Dr. Sidney Wu. The latter seems to have a too high c-section rate, though.... Any ideas or recommendations would be greatly appreciated! 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.17.12, 08:30 PM Flag
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I delivered with the latter. I know she was previously with a high-risk practice so that may explain c-section rate. I know that her preference is to deliver vaginally, as she explicitly told me, and I did with her. She is no-nonsense, very smart. I trusted her all the way. If you want someone warm and cuddly, may not be your doctor though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:41 PM Flag
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Thanks! And do you know who covers her in case she's unavailable? I understand she tends to do deliver most of her patients (hence c-section rate), but not sure if there's someone else in her practice? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:51 PM Flag
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I think it is really rude, inappropriate and ignorant to make that assertion when you don't have any basis for it... you don't know her or her team so STFU. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:15 PM Flag
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OR from above: that was not me cursing at you. I don't understand what that's about. I don't know who delivers for her if she is unavailable. She honestly seems like the type who never takes a vacation. I had another dr. answer a question when I called after hours once. He was kind of rude, honestly, but I called her office the next day and she saw me asap. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 11:27 PM Flag
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Isn't Dr. Jin the Cornell practice? With Dr. Boester? Dr. Jin delivered us, but my doc was Dr. Boester. Dr. Jin was no nonsense, and incredible efficient with my delivery, if that is possible! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:57 PM Flag
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Thank you, I am actually currently seeing her, but have had trouble getting calls back from her or her staff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.18.12, 12:34 AM Flag
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I meant seeing Dr. Jin. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.18.12, 12:34 AM Flag
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I'm a huge fan of Dr Wu. I would disagree re your c-sect comment, in my situation I wanted to have a c-sect due to several complications during my pg and she really encouraged me not to. Congrats and good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:10 PM Flag
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Thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.18.12, 12:36 AM Flag
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I'm very happy with dr Jin [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:43 PM Flag
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^ I had a vb [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:43 PM Flag
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I am a patient of Dr. Wu's and referred to her by Dr. Dobrenis, Leonard & Hockstein's practice. She shares the call schedule with them so one of them can potentially deliver for you. They are the Cornell faculty practice and have an excellent reputation. I have also heard great things about Dr. Jin. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 12.12.12, 10:29 PM Flag
[ - ] Prenatal vitamin recos? I started out with the Vitafusion gummies but realized they don't have iron and the vitamin A is all retinyl vs. beta carotene and too much vitamin A is linked to birth defects. I then switched to the Rainbow Lite Prenatal One brand since it is supposed to be for sensitive stomachs but it contains various herbs and the What to Expect book says to avoid anything with those non-FDA approved herbs. I then switched to the One a Days but only 50% of the vitamin A is beta-carotene. I also bought a B6 supplement because it is supposed to help with nausea but the label says "not for pregnant women". What gives? Any recos/help would be appreciated! 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 10.17.12, 07:09 PM Flag
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Has your doctor prescribed one? Why not go with that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:12 PM Flag
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Confession: I don't always take my prenatal vitamins because I feel sick afterwards. I make sure I get them through food though, but I skip a day sometimes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:20 PM Flag
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Totally fine. My ob with my first pregnancy told me that as long as I was eating healthy foods, prenatals were probably unnecessary. It's preferable to get the nutrients from foods, if you can. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:23 PM Flag
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Take them right before you go to bed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:52 PM Flag
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My OB told me that vitamins were a not important. The important thing was to have a healthy diet with leafy greens etc. I had trouble with veggies because of morning sickness but was able to tolerate green juices from the health food store. Good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 10:28 PM Flag
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Prescription from your dr. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:21 PM Flag
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new chapter organics [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:24 PM Flag
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x2 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:27 PM Flag
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Twinlab Prenatals [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 07:30 PM Flag
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you need a certain amount of folic acid for the nural cord. Take what the doc prescribes and stop being an idiot [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 08:12 PM Flag
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take the vitafusion and supplement with one of those comfort iron pills. You will need the additional iron later in pregnancy, and won't be constipated, especially if you decide not to follow your doctor's recommendations and take slow fe. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.17.12, 09:10 PM Flag
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I use the ones prescribed by my doctor, Vena DHA-Bal. With insurance they end uo costing less than One-a-day and they are ultra complete with all the vitamins and minimums you would expect. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.18.12, 12:40 AM Flag
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Oh, and a friend of mine swears by the ones at GNC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.18.12, 12:41 AM Flag
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