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[ - ] Food Emporium on 86th and Second (NYC, UES) is going out of business and they have baby food and formula for 80% off. By the looks of things, the store will close today or tomorrow but if you are in the neighborhood, stop in. 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 05.15.13, 03:26 PM Flag
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you are nice to mention. is there a new store going there? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:22 PM Flag
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OP: Not that I know of. The location is terrible with the subway construction. Very sad. There's another great grocery store near Target in Harlem called Aldi that has amazing prices. You walk out of there with all you can carry for $20.00. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:39 PM Flag
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Well, let's be honest: as soon as Fairway went in and had fresher products for about the same money you could see this one coming. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:45 PM Flag
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OP: Very true. I would only ever buy milk at Food Emporium because I live in the building upstairs and so it was easy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:48 PM Flag
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They had it coming. Before Fairway, the store is filthy, crowded, and overpriced. I once saw mold on their mushroom. They remodelled / revamped a little too late. Combined with the subway, they had no chance. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 04:53 PM Flag
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That's sad! The one one 68th and Broadway closed - is the whole chain closing, or are they downsizing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:32 PM Flag
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I dont think it's sad - it's insanely overpriced. Fairway is much better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:37 PM Flag
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ita. I'm actually surprised they lasted this long. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:41 PM Flag
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Maybe, but sometime you don't live near Fairway (or want to deal with the mob) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:46 PM Flag
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OK, but that FE was catty corner from Fairway. Most people would rather the prospect of a line-up for better quality food at a lower price. Will be interesting to see what happens when Whole Foods opens on 3rd and 87th. Could be very good news price-wise for UES residents (when it rains, it pours; we had no decent grocery options at all until Fairway opened--Eli's and his crazy prices doesn't count). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:50 PM Flag
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They don't meet the consumer's need in manhattan. We only want gourmet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:39 PM Flag
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Do they have diapers? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:44 PM Flag
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OP: I didn't see any diapers but my kids are older so I wasn't really looking. I just noticed the formula and baby food on the end cap. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.15.13, 03:47 PM Flag
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Thank you so much, op. Was able to get some of my DS's favored food. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.16.13, 03:33 PM Flag
[ - ] Recommendations for a ped urologist in NYC? Need to find out if my son's circumcision needs to be fixed.. TIA 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 05.08.13, 07:54 PM Flag
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Dr. Schlussel. His first name is either Richard or Robert, not sure, but he is great. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.08.13, 08:20 PM Flag
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We use Dr Ellen Shapiro at NYU. She's busy though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.08.13, 08:36 PM Flag
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Dr. Dix Poppas at Cornell [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.09.13, 12:52 AM Flag
[ - ] What would you say if you knew a friend was putting their 2 month old for naps, alone, in a bed, under the covers. I don't want to act like a know it all, tell them how to parent, but this is newborn 101! what would you say? BTW they are VERY educated. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 04.28.13, 01:15 AM Flag
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Yikes!!! No blankets!!! Maybe buy her a sleep sack for a "hint" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:21 AM Flag
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Ummm what's wrong with that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:16 AM Flag
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I'm from Europe, it's very common there. Americans are very conscious when it comes to SIDS risks which I think is great but it's not clear whether there is a causality or just a correlation. I would not say anything, your friend's newborn will be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:18 AM Flag
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I agree. I put my nb down like that but I check constantly. And I tuck the blanket under her armpits. As long as she doesn't flail her arms over her head she's not going to get covered up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 02:04 AM Flag
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^^^ I mean she can flail them, and nothing will happen because it's not covering her arms. She has a sleep sack too, and a swaddle me, but doesn't like that sometimes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 02:05 AM Flag
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Different cultures have different ways. In the UK part of the bedding set is a flat sheet that you actually tuck the baby in with. Here no one would ever consider that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 02:22 AM Flag
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relax. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:24 AM Flag
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I'd be more concerned with DB rolling off bed. Perhaps early now but you never know when they can move off. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:32 AM Flag
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what if they forget she is there and they sit on her [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:29 AM Flag
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Seriously? Of all the concerns, that would NOT be one for me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:42 AM Flag
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Concerned about covers going over the head, at that age they can't move or have control to push it off. Bare is best. Maybe on top of the bed, no covers? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:35 AM Flag
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This whole fear of blankets is relatively new. Both my DC had blankets 20 years ago. SIDs is rarer now, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:38 AM Flag
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What's wrong with a blanket? I assume you mean a baby blanket. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:53 AM Flag
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^^^ I have a graduate degree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 01:53 AM Flag
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I think its all about what the parent feels comfortable with and its up to them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 02:21 AM Flag
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I did that with both of my kids. Newborns don't roll off the bed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.28.13, 02:06 AM Flag
[ - ] Dc is 4.5 months old and I started my period today. I am ebf. She is still eating frequently even every 2 - 3hours even through the night. I work pt so there is 4-5 hours each day I'm away and she has pumped breastmilk. This seems very early to begin my period again. Has anyone had this experience ? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 04.24.13, 04:08 PM Flag
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I EBF and was home with both dcs for 6 months. I got my period right away. I mean 6 weeks post partum. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:09 PM Flag
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op: Good to hear. I'm not sure why it was concerning me. With my first dc it was nearly a year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:12 PM Flag
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Are you me?! DB is 4 months and I just started too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:15 PM Flag
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Seems unfair to be constantly bfing , not sleeping and have a period! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:13 PM Flag
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yes I ebfed and got my period three months pp. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:16 PM Flag
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It's common. That's why you need to use back up BC! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:17 PM Flag
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what if i am only bf no ebf. when do i need to use bc? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:25 PM Flag
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Just always use back up bc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 05:04 PM Flag
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that was about when mine came back too. ebf [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.24.13, 04:20 PM Flag
[ - ] Hi, I gave birth a few days ago (FTM) and my post-partum recovery has been a lot harder than expected (I had an episiotomy and additional significant tearing due to DS's shoulder positioning). Additionally, baby is not latching well and I'm having to mainly pump, which is exhausting. My mom is around during the day but I'm desperate for a night nurse next week, when DH returns to work. Is there an agency I can call? Help!! 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 04.20.13, 10:39 PM Flag
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http://www.doulacare.com/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.20.13, 10:45 PM Flag
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Get a lactation consultant or doula now [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.20.13, 10:53 PM Flag
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HAve your DB checked for a short frenulum (the flesh that connects the tongue to the bottom of the mouth can be too tight), this can be a culprit in improper latching and easily fixed by an ENT. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.20.13, 11:11 PM Flag
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I think you'd do better posting this to the general topics board and including location. try asking for particular recs [ Reply | More
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General Topics 04.20.13, 11:15 PM Flag
[ - ] My 4.5 month old has become gassy/reflux-y the past several weeks, coinciding with when I went back to work - and no, don't believe it is related to bottle feeding during the day, he's always been given BM from bottle for some feeds and even on the weekends he seems to have the issue. He arches his back, spits up a decent amount which he really doesn't like and once that happens, gets really fussy at the breasts (although is still able to feed with bottle). His stools are not green/runny. The past few days I've realized that I'm squirting out vigorously, so I know I have some oversupply issues. Any thoughts on whether this is reflux because of oversupply? How do I solve the latter w/o losing too much milk prodn? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 02.21.13, 05:07 PM Flag
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It is probably reflux from a forceful letdown/oversupply. Have you tried nursing lying back so you are veryreclined? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.21.13, 05:08 PM Flag
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Can the forceful letdown cause reflux? I had assumed that the gassiness could be from the oversupply, but couldn't figure how the reflux came about. Even when I'm not squirting, he seems to get the reflux issue. Will try changing the nursing position (just when I thought we were starting to hit a stride with BF'ing!!). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.21.13, 06:31 PM Flag
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Yes, the watery milk that is more present with an oversupply can cause reflux. Keep upright for awhile after feeding. Don't be afraid to put DB on some reflux medication. I am not a big fan of medicating but if your baby is in pain, this may help. Reflux usually clears up around 6 months so he can go off then. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.21.13, 08:32 PM Flag
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The first more watery milk, the fore milk, that initially comes out makes them more gassy -- it has less calories, and is more of a thirst-quencher. Try pumping a bit first, then giving him the breast. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.21.13, 05:22 PM Flag
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Many babies develop reflux at about this age. Probably just a coincidence that it happened when you went back to work. Talk to ped. There are some very safe medications that can help. Usually takes a week or so to kick in. Block feeding can help the oversupply issue (look up on kellymom.com for explanation) too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.21.13, 05:42 PM Flag
[ - ] Baby sleep help please! DB is 7 weeks. She will only sleep in her co-sleeper if she is tightly swaddled included her legs. Unfortunately, she breaks free often. If she is in her SwaddleMe wrap, which does not include the legs, she will only sleep right next to me in the bed. Ideas? We do not want to do CIO, but any advice is welcome. TIA! 19 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 02.08.13, 10:40 PM Flag
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Do CIO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 10:48 PM Flag
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at SEVEN weeks? no. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 10:51 PM Flag
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OP: What I find so confusing that even the CIO advocates say to wait, but what are you supposed to do in the meantime? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 10:56 PM Flag
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Co sleep [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:10 PM Flag
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swaddle and rock them. if she breaks out and wakes, go in comfort and rwswaddle Friends did cio at 3 months. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:15 PM Flag
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x2. Also, does she sleep better upright? Back sleeping can be uncomfortable. We kept db in her car seat and I know others let dbs sleep on their bellies, but if you're not comfortable with either of those, what about a Fisher Price Rock n Play? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:27 PM Flag
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OP: She likes to be on her side. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.09.13, 12:20 AM Flag
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Learn to swaddle better. Get a bigger blanket and tie her up nice and tight! This was my favorite blanket for DBs. I buy it for everyone when they have a DB: http://www.amazon.com/Hudson-Baby-Organic-Receiving-Blanket/dp/B002BSGXFA/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1360364092&sr=8-6&keywords=organic+blanket [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 10:56 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 10:57 PM Flag
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We have 2 huge ones. Part of the problem is that DB screams when we are swaddling her. DH feels terrible doing it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:04 PM Flag
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Go back to my first sentence. Learn to swaddle better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:31 PM Flag
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Don't worry about screaming while swaddling. It's ok. Just stay relaxed and positive and she will grow to like it. Just stick with it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:53 PM Flag
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Don't worry about screaming while swaddling. It's ok. Just stay relaxed and positive and she will grow to like it. Just stick with it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:54 PM Flag
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Don't worry about screaming while swaddling. It's ok. Just stay relaxed and positive and she will grow to like it. Just stick with it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:54 PM Flag
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Try the miracle blanket. Our DB had a hard time breaking out of it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 10:59 PM Flag
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Hated the miracle blanket. I'd try the woombie - impossible to escape (it's a zipper). I know lots of ppl like the miracle blanket, so it's worth a shot, but if that doesn't work, just keep trying other options. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:26 PM Flag
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OP: These will not help because they don't tuck up the legs. We have a SwaddleMe which is just like these. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.09.13, 12:18 AM Flag
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big fat NO on CIO. Way too little. Get the halo sleepsack with the velcro arms. My 4 month old still can't break out of that bad boy! She slept in that as a newborn [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.08.13, 11:19 PM Flag
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miracle blankets are amazing for swaddling and not easy to break out of. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.09.13, 02:10 AM Flag
[ - ] Is it ok to take my 4 week old out in public today (indoors) if I keep him in the stroller and not let anyone touch or hold him? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 02.03.13, 02:57 PM Flag
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Is there something wrong with db? If not, of course. All my kids were out and about within a week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 02:58 PM Flag
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No nothing wrong...just being cautious [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 02:59 PM Flag
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Its fine, tho very cold. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 06:41 PM Flag
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Please wait a couple more weeks. You don't want to expose him to anything during flu season. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:00 PM Flag
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np I had a Jan baby and was doing preschool drop-off for #1 by week 2. Just keep db in Ergo or stroller. No big deal, imo. People aren't generally stupid enough to touch. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:05 PM Flag
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PP the only reason I'm saying no is bc of airborne particles if someone sneezes, etc. 4 week old baby+virus= ER. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:05 PM Flag
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OK. Keep cover on stroller or drape a receiving blanket over your shoulders to create a tent in Ergo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:10 PM Flag
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My PED was very forceful in keeping baby in for 8 weeks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:02 PM Flag
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^^ said its ok to take baby for walks outside even if cold. Not indoors [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:03 PM Flag
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8 weeks? Was something wrong with the baby? I had a January baby and we were out of the house within two weeks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:39 PM Flag
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Can you put him in an ergo? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:04 PM Flag
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I prefer this. If in stroller at least make sure hands are covered (it's freezing so I'm sure you would) to avoid all the hand grabbers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:17 PM Flag
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depends on what you are doing - if out for a walk and to a store, I would think fine, but a party with your friends, no since everyone will want to hold him [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:08 PM Flag
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yes, it's fine. I took db out at 3 weeks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 03:45 PM Flag
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Just know flu is airborne. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 04:12 PM Flag
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I wouldn't. Flu season. It's very cold. His immunity is not built up yet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 04:12 PM Flag
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It's been okay since day one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.03.13, 05:54 PM Flag
[ - ] A coworker just brought his supercute newborn into the office, and after a minute of admiring, I was gripped by a flood of tears, for wishing I could be seeing my own baby now! Had to literally run for the ladies' room. Yes, daycare is a good one and yes, I need to work, but god, am I going crazy? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 02.01.13, 06:06 PM Flag
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I feel this way all the time. It sucks, just let it go. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:07 PM Flag
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^^and hugs to you. Feeling like that SUCKS. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:08 PM Flag
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Mom hormones ... It's okay :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:04 PM Flag
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Aww, you are normal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:07 PM Flag
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You're a sweet mommy. Don't worry. Your baby is fine. =) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:10 PM Flag
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^This. Carry on and give yours a big hug when you get home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:58 PM Flag
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Even if mine are with me, I feel this way when seeing a newborn! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:14 PM Flag
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You're human. Get it together and do something special this weekend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 02.01.13, 06:21 PM Flag
[ - ] Name Poll: Rosie or Hannah. If we choose Rosie her birthname is Rosie, not rose, rosemary, etc 41 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 01.26.13, 09:48 PM Flag
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Hate hannah. Rosie is awful too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:47 PM Flag
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I like them both. I dont really like nn as names, so I'd do rose.... But that's just me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:50 PM Flag
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LOVE LOVE LOVE both names. Rosie is a beautiful name [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:50 PM Flag
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I have always hated the name Hannah. It's so ugly to me. I'd pick Rosie, under duress, but I think Rose is much prettier. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:50 PM Flag
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Rosie sounds low class. Hannah is a bit overdone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:53 PM Flag
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My ex-fiance's sister was Cindy. Like you are thinking, Cindy was on her birth certificate. Her mother loved the name but disliked Cynthia. She probably had to correct lots of people, but it worked for her! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:52 PM Flag
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^^ also, LOVE Hannah, but it is awfully popular now (although my daughter is Elizabeth, so who am I to talk?) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:52 PM Flag
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rosie as the formal/legal name sounds like a setup for a lifetime of explanations and the response, "oh, wow, your parents were... so different." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:55 PM Flag
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Love it. Either is great. I love Hannah. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:52 PM Flag
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Nickname as a name is a bad idea - at least name her Rose so she has the choice when she grows up. Not a fan of Hannah. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:55 PM Flag
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Rosie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:53 PM Flag
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Hannah I like [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:56 PM Flag
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My name is Rose and always went by nn Rosie - I feel like it should be a nn & you should give DD a "real" name that can be more professional/grown up if she chooses. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:54 PM Flag
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This. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:58 PM Flag
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Think about the name on a resume. If it's a name that is usually a nickname, a potential employer may overlook her because it seems too casual. Imagine if she were to be sworn in as a Supreme Court Justice? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 11:16 PM Flag
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Hannah is nice. Rosie is cute but, to me, Rose makes more sense. You can call her Rosie as a child, but when she gets older, she has the option to go by Rose. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:56 PM Flag
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Rosie works for British people, but for Americans, not so much... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:57 PM Flag
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Hannah is a fat girl with forgettable features [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:55 PM Flag
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Hannah Horvath? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:59 PM Flag
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Nah,Hannah is a girl with long brown hair who likes hippie clothes and does yoga. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:00 PM Flag
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Hannah is a girl who lives on the UES and wears pleated skirts [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:02 PM Flag
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Yup, both Hannah's I know are morbidly obese [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:16 PM Flag
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Oh, come on. How could a name be associated with this? I never understand when people say that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:21 PM Flag
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Rosie O'Donnell. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:57 PM Flag
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Rosie Huntington Whiteley [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:01 PM Flag
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Oh I see. Works for Brits like poster above said. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:01 PM Flag
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Rosie Pope - hate her, she's so annoying [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 11:07 PM Flag
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Rosie the riveter,feminist icon. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 09:59 PM Flag
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Please do Josie instead of Rosie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:02 PM Flag
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Cute. Jolie is also cute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:04 PM Flag
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Hate Josie. How white trash [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:16 PM Flag
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rosemary is due for a comeback. rose already in heavy rotation. As a rule I am not a fan of nicknames as full names. Jake, Sally, Kristy, Molly, Beth ... give the kid a full name and some room to negotiate when they're older. JMHO [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:01 PM Flag
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YES! Hate Jack too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:17 PM Flag
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I know someone who married a guy last name Kennedy. They named the kid Jack. In all seriousness, they did this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:31 PM Flag
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both are cute! I prefer Rosie. Don't understand all of the British connotations with Rosie? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:14 PM Flag
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Rosie O'Donnell [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:27 PM Flag
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Either is quite nice IMO. If you name her Rosie, though, give her a more traditional middle name so that she can be "R. Elizabeth Smith" on her business cards if she needs a more professional option. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 10:27 PM Flag
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Rosie is cute for a kid, but I can't imagine being a professional woman being called Rosie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.26.13, 11:43 PM Flag
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Rosie Palmer.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.27.13, 01:43 AM Flag
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Rosie (not Rose) may limit her later - few CEOs named Rosie. What about Roselyn, Rose Ellen, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.27.13, 01:56 AM Flag
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Justice Rosie. Doctor Rosie. Mother Rosie (or the Rev'd Rosie), President Rosie...She might make those work, but might later appreciate the dignity of Rose, Rosemary, Rosalind, etc, etc. I don't see this as an issue with Hannah. I do have a friend who has a nickname as her first name and while most of the time she likes her name, she has admitted she wishes she had the option of a more formal, professional sounding first name. (Think Lizzie instead of Elizabeth, etc.). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.27.13, 02:23 AM Flag
[ - ] My SAHM wife is going crazy with the demands of our 3 month old. I'd like to send her to a nice spa, but she's breastfeeding. I'm sure this isn't a unique situation. Are there any spas who cater towards this situation? any alternatives you recommend? 22 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 01.19.13, 04:18 AM Flag
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she needs sleep not a spa. let her sleep this whole weekend. you take care of the baby. OK? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:21 AM Flag
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force her out of the house for an hour or two to get a mani/pedi or facial. Also hire help to cook or clean. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:21 AM Flag
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A breast feeding spa? In your wildest dreams [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:21 AM Flag
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there are spas that help milk you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:20 AM Flag
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OP: We still have her mother staying with us, so there is extra help in addition to myself. But she's genuinely giving it her all and not holding up well. From time to time we have a night when she can sleep through because of this, but its not enough. We do have a difficult son (he's sleeping roughly 8 hours a day which worries us, but not, apparently, the doctors). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:24 AM Flag
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"8 hours a day" meaning night time + naps = 8 hours? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:24 AM Flag
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yes. Never 8 hours in a row. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:27 AM Flag
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that is really rough. but non sustainable--DB will sleep more soon. i promise. in the meantime i agree to try to let your wife sleep all weekend. bring her baby to bf and that is all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:32 AM Flag
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Thats not true, I had a non-sleeper and I would have have killed for 8 hours. Don't make false promises. dc did not start sleeping 8 hours in a row till he was 4. Its a sign of giftedness. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 01:23 PM Flag
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I don't know about it being a sign of giftedness, but some people (and babies) need less sleep than others. My friend never slept as a baby and she is now a doctor. She thrives on little sleep, which makes her perfect for the medical profession [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 02:02 PM Flag
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wow. are you guys wearing her in a carrier all day? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 07:33 AM Flag
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you need to work on this. have you read weissbluth? Here are the highlights - 2 hour rule. Baby can only be awake for 2 hours - INCLUDING feeding time. Do not listen to MIL that if you keept he baby awake he will sleep more. It is completely not true. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 05:03 AM Flag
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NP--I have a 3 month old and have read that book. I can get my db down for a nap EASILY. However, she wakes up after 20 minutes of napping. And won't go back to sleep. The book is not a miracle-maker [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 02:09 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 02:27 PM Flag
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If she has a night where she can sleep through- as in, 8 hours or so- then she is way better off than most moms of 3mo olds. I'd give her a weekend at a nice hotel nearby as a treat so she can relax, use the hotel spa if she wants, and... relax. If she's been expressing any milk you can use that while she's gone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:28 AM Flag
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Wow, that's rough. No wonder she is frazzled. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:31 AM Flag
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I have been to the spa while breastfeeding. I told my massage therapist and they laid extra towels down underneath me in case I started leaking. The biggest issue is time away--will your baby take a bottle? If so, she can leave you with some pumped milk and enjoy a day out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 04:29 AM Flag
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FORMULA!!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 06:14 AM Flag
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no. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 07:34 AM Flag
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Send her to a nice hotel for the night. She can pump and sleep. Ordering room service and watching an in room movie sounds like heaven--and my kids are 6, 8, and 11!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 12:27 PM Flag
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Oh, and you are a great husband for recognizing this and wanting to do something. I love mine, but he can be oblivious at times! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 12:27 PM Flag
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+1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.19.13, 03:45 PM Flag
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Newborn 01.03.13, 02:57 AM Flag
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spam isn't allowed on UB - [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.03.13, 03:00 AM Flag
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Where are these UB rules posted? With all the nasty postings her (SK, looking at you), what's a bit of spam? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.03.13, 03:47 AM Flag
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What do you charge? Minimum hours? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.03.13, 02:59 AM Flag
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you really should have used a different name, that name is going to limit your potential. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.03.13, 03:06 AM Flag
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she's been here before. apparently it works. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.03.13, 03:07 AM Flag
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It already has, which is why she has to advertise on UB! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.03.13, 03:18 AM Flag
[ - ] Moms - if you have a nanny cam at home, did you tell your caretaker about this or keep it from them? We just had twins and want to keep an eye on what's going on at home so thinking of putting a camera in their bedroom just to keep tabs. We trust our nanny but want to make sure she is doing what she says she is with them. Any advice whether or not to tell the nanny? We don't want to offend her but also don't want to find something we don't like and have to back-door address it... Help! Thanks! 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 11.30.12, 03:33 AM Flag
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Isn't the point of a nanny cam to hide it from the Nanny or are you going to say "by the way there's a nanny cam somewhere in the house so be on your best behavior?" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.30.12, 03:37 AM Flag
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Why would you risk it ? Why would you wait until the nanny hurt your kids to do something ? OF COURSE i want my nanny to be in her best behavior. If she is a bad nanny she would probably quit after knowing we have a cam. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.30.12, 03:51 AM Flag
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If you need a nanny cam, you probably also need a new nanny. Trust, trust, trust. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.30.12, 03:58 AM Flag
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Nanny here: I would be fine working with a nanny cam if the parents were up front with it. I would also be ok if the parents used a nanny cam for 2 weeks to a month, just to calm their nerves. However, if I found out I was being secretly taped long term I would feel really violated. When it's just me and DC home, I frequently go to the bathroom with the door open so I can see her play. Or sometimes I shut the door, but she walks in to keep me company and doesn't close it behind her. I would not be doing this if I thought there was a camera in the room adjacent to the bathroom. Don't tell the nanny it's a nanny cam, tell her you have security cameras. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.30.12, 04:21 AM Flag
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We have a camera in dc's bedroom and in the main room, which we also used as monitors before hiring a nanny, and we told all candidates about them. I didn't like the idea of one at all, but DH wasn't comfortable having no visibility into what goes on (especially in the beginning), so having a cam but disclosing it was our compromise. I think it's the way to go. Bad nannies won't take the job; good ones won't care so long as you're up front (not secretly spying); and being honest does allow you to address anything you see that may trouble you. ps our nanny even calls on rare occassion to tell us to watch ds doing something cute or notable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.30.12, 04:31 AM Flag
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I would be up front about it, and if the nanny is uncomfortable with it then she can work elsewhere, no problems. I'm on camera most of the time, and it's just something you get used to. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.30.12, 01:14 PM Flag
[ - ] Was about to start on rice cereal, but what's up with this arsenic news? Is this just this weeks scary thing? http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2012/11/arsenic-in-your-food/index.htm 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 11.11.12, 02:23 AM Flag
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i just ignore. you gotta live dangerously! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.11.12, 02:26 AM Flag
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go with anti-freeze [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.11.12, 02:28 AM Flag
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There is arsenic in all rice, more in brown rice. But you really have to eat a lot of brown rice for this to be a problem. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.11.12, 02:59 AM Flag
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I am surprised this story has been so quiet. When Consumer Reports sounds a health alarm, usually there is a media reaction. I'm not a conspiracy theorist but I do wonder whether Big Ag (Tyson, Monsanto, etc) was able to tamp it down. I would avoid rice cereal, or make my own cereal using imported rice. I've switched us to imported rice and we eat other grains more often (we used to eat eat brown rice 3-4x weekly, now 1-2x weekly). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.11.12, 03:02 AM Flag
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No reason to give rice cereal anyway! Just start them on fruits and veggies. So much healthier. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.11.12, 03:32 AM Flag
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even though there is sugar in the fruits? I don't think google is my friend on this subject! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.13.12, 08:05 PM Flag
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It will take u about 7 seconds to make ur own, but that aside,mothered really zero nutrition in rice cereal--there's no reason you can't start with something else [ Reply | More
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General Topics 11.11.12, 04:28 AM Flag
[ - ] HELP PLEASE! 6 weeks pp, breastfeeding. Have unbearable breast pain in one breast and nipple tingling. Pain and tingling at the same time. OB doesn't know what it is. says maybe clogged duct, but not sure. It's on the side that produces less milk. Any advice/ideas. Pain is terrible. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 10.23.12, 01:41 AM Flag
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that kind of pain is a clogged duct. Hot hot hot hot shower, massage. If you look at your nipple under a bright light, you may be able to see the clog. Having db nurse a LOT will help too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:42 AM Flag
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Get cabbage and put leaves on your breasts. You might be having a surge in anticipation of your DBs 6 week growth spurt. Cabbage leaves can help with engorgement. Raw leaves. Send DH out now! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:43 AM Flag
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NP-I know this sounds crazy but it worked for me too. GL [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:47 AM Flag
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Sounds like a clogged duct with mastitis. Try to press it out in a warm shower and ask for an abx. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:43 AM Flag
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You'll survive. Watch the debate and focus on Romney. Whatever pain you're experiencing will shrink in comparison. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:43 AM Flag
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yikes, I'm so sorry and the six week spurt is coming. Maybe find a midwife/lc to help OB's are often clueless. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:43 AM Flag
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Cold lettuce or cabbage that you can put on it now? Or freeze a washcloth and try that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:43 AM Flag
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I had this. I thinking was treated w antibiotics [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:48 AM Flag
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get as much rest as possible. seriously get into bed with your baby and stay there for a day or two. wet a washcloth with water as hot as you can stand. have baby nurse with nose pointed at the painful spot. if you spike a temp, call dr asap. rest, rest, rest! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:47 AM Flag
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Soak in warm tub and massage toward the nipple. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:48 AM Flag
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Is it hot to the touch? Fever? Check with your gyn. Have her send you for a breast ultrasound. You may have to start on an antibiotic. If u have an abscess [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:49 AM Flag
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also, you could pump [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:48 AM Flag
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I got painful clogged duct and pumped a lot to unclog right away before mastitis infection set in. You can tell it is unclogging when you get out a white stringy thing in your milk that I called a "milk booger" for want of a better description. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 04:44 AM Flag
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Ask OB, but I think you can take advil. Use heat (not ice), pump or nurse. Watch to see that you don't get a fever or that the spot isn't hot to the touch. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 04:53 AM Flag
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http://kellymom.com/bf/concerns/mother/mastitis/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 04:58 AM Flag
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Locate the clog and nurse your baby in a position where his/her chin is pointing at the clog. Works like magic. I hope it's not infected though - I can't comment on that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 02:39 PM Flag
[ - ] HELP PLEASE! 6 weeks pp, breastfeeding. Have unbearable breast pain in one breast and nipple tingling. Pain and tingling at the same time. OB doesn't know what it is. says maybe clogged duct, but not sure. It's on the side that produces less milk. Any advice/ideas. Pain is terrible. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 10.23.12, 01:41 AM Flag
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google to double check but i think warm compress - blocked duct might be the cause. try taking warm/hot bath to soak breast - if you are OK at this point to get in a bath. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:43 AM Flag
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Definitely sounds like it could be a clogged duct--check out http://kellymom.com/bf/concerns/mother/mastitis/. Kellymom.com is a fantastic source for breastfeeding info and problems. I've had clogged ducts multiple times and mastitis three times. It was a tingling pain that sometimes shot up my arm. If I got the clog out quickly, all was fine. The mastitis sucked mightily the first 24 hours or so until the antibiotic kicked in. Try the tips on the website for undoing a clog, but if you start to run a fever or have symptoms of mastitis, get thee to the doc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:45 AM Flag
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Also, you can get these warm compress things that you put in your bra. Use those right before nursing to soften up the clog. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.23.12, 01:47 AM Flag
[ - ] Any advice for taking an infant (1 month old) on public transportation? Any different advice for train vs. bus? I'm a FTM. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 10.13.12, 02:23 AM Flag
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Baby carrier all the way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 02:25 AM Flag
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OP: Do you sit down with the carrier? DC seems to get fussy when I am not walking with him in the carrier. Once I walk, he calms down. Is the movement of the train/bus enough to keep him content while in his carrier? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 02:30 AM Flag
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np: sit on the edge of your seat with your legs a bit open so that nb's legs can fall in between. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 02:36 AM Flag
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then you can never sit down [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 02:35 AM Flag
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My little guy used to sleep great in a carrier in the subway. Would cover his ears wi a hat and my hands when it screeched. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 02:41 AM Flag
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Have you tried multiple carriers? At that age I loved the Moby wrap, then moved up to the Ergo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 02:50 AM Flag
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Yes. Don't forget infant on train. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 03:02 AM Flag
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Don't babies get a lot of shots around 6 weeks? I seem to remember our ped. telling us not to go into crowds until 6 weeks. So unless you absolutely have to use public transportation, I would not do it for another few weeks. There are a lot of colds and viruses around now. Once you do start going, I think it's easier to manage buses than trains in general. I took whatever I needed to get where I was going, but took buses when I had a choice. I didn't like taking a stroller and having to haul stroller, baby, diaper bag up and down stairs; I preferred to wear db in a carrier and wear either a backback or a messenger bag instead of a diaper bag, left hands free for holding railings, bags, etc., plus nothing was falling off me. If you can sit, it's safer; you won't fall over at a short stop. I purelled after getting off any public transportation but I'm sure I'll be laughed at here for that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 03:38 AM Flag
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not laughing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 03:39 AM Flag
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Took all my dcs on the subway during the first week (had to get to the dr!) in carrier [ Reply | More
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General Topics 10.13.12, 03:56 AM Flag
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