Posts by Jennifer B

I used the Bradley Method for my first four births.  This time around I am taking the Hypnobabies (different from hypnobirthing) home study course.  I am very happy with what I am learning and I'm looking forward to a relaxed...

I should preface my remarks with the fact that I am VERY high risk with this pregnancy and therefore I am a bit cautious.   That said, if you are feeling crampy, the first thing to do is to drink a big glass of water and lay...

I tested positive and will be receiving antibiotics when I go into labor.  I don't like the idea, but I have already lost one child (to a different illness) and I know what happens when a newborn runs a fever.  I would rather...

Having named both my boys names that start with D, I would not recommend choosing another D name.  We are forever mixing the names.  The girls all have different first letters and it is much easier.    

Hmmm.... my previous post is showing up blank for me.      If I make it to Halloween, here's what I'm thinking about...

Providing I make it to Halloween, here's the costume I was thinking about...  

Thank you Jaimee and Thesan83!   Jamiee, I had seen your earlier post, but was unable to get the link to open.  Thanks to Thesan83's hint I got it now.  With the meal you ate, did the bread matter?  Whole wheat...

Does anyone have SPECIFIC information on alternatives?  My doctor *may* be open to me doing an alternative to the drink, *if* I can find specific information to present to him.  I have web searched for hours but have found...

I also lost a baby prior to this pregnancy and am labeled "very" high risk.  I have multiple risk factors with this pregnancy and can totally relate to your fears.  We have finally started buying things for this baby, but I...

I'm so sorry you had to go through this.  First, related to the financial aspect, hospitals (for the most part) are VERY willing to work with patients on their bills.  We had a co-pay bill that we couldn't afford to pay up...