Posts by tinams8

We sleep with a dim light on.   I've had the usual cracked, bruised nipples. I went to the breastfeeding clinic when she was a week old and the doctor gave me a prescription for antibacterial ointment because one nipple had a...

Quote: Originally Posted by tinams8  Great idea!!  We have to remember to keep bumping this when June comes so we can check out our predictions!   I'm due June 23rd with a...

I wonder too if they will broadcast the seminar online?    I understand both sides of your case... and having a child with AS, I get that your dh might not have as much to offer after the birth emotionally.  The...

I'm due the 23rd, so 39.2 today. This is the longest I have ever been pregnant!    At my appointment Friday I was measuring small according to the highly technical tape measure method so I am scheduled for an ultrasound...

My midwife recommended evening primrose oil capsules, 1500-2000 mg (2 or three depending on dosage) inserted at bedtime. She didn't think taking them by mouth was as effective.  I have an appointment tonight and I'll let you know...

Wow, that's awesome! Congrats!

Great birth story!!   I'm going to ask dh about bringing his ipad and playing Scrabble...hmmm, I wonder what the best apps for distraction during labor are?   He is really adorable with all that blond hair!

Quote: Originally Posted by Alexandria  I don't know what the position is called, but his head is down, I feel most kicking/knees just to the left of my belly button, and his back/button is usually along the right...

If it's not too much trouble, I'd go. I have gone this whole pregnancy just in case and it has helped so much with various aches and pains. Sometimes being in really good shape can interfere with baby's positioning, ironically. Do you...

If you start maternity leave now, does it count towards your 12 weeks for FMLA?  My midwife said she could write me a letter but I don't know if it makes sense or not... I told her I'll go in Monday and try to wrap things up and...