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Hello house. Please, does who flew Qatar airways for their missionary journey, how were you able to add baby's ticket to yours? And what was the charge? Your swift response will be highly appreciated. Thank you

Hello house. Please, any advise on pediatrician in Atlanta? Will really appreciate a response. Thank you

Responded already.

adluv:
@gold, I pm u since but no reply yet, I just did again now kindly get in touch asap. I want to clarify something from you please.

Atlanta mamas, please, quick one. I need contact for a pediatrician. I planned using Dr. Jeffery Abrams but was told he's no longer with his practice.if you've got contact of any other good and cheap pediatrician, please Holla.Thanks.

Lastly, for those who recently had their babies and have completed the entire documentation, Pls, how long did it take for u to get your Baby's BC? Really need help in that area.

Looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you

@mummykoko, do u still have dollars to sell? If yes, Pls, what's d rate?

mummykoko:
@ Zocken, just seeing ur post in respect of the 2000$ u needed to give ur wife. I'm in Atlanta now for same business (birthing)and can help out if this is yet to be resolved. Kindly send your email address for further communication.

Hello @bendo75. Playing, what's your rate? I might be interested if price is right *wink* thanks

bendo75:
Send me a message if you need dollar here in the U.S. and if you have a U.S bank account and you are able to pay the naira equivalent into my account in Nigeria.

@triplekmama, please, what's the exchange rate o? I might be interested. I have an US account here. Thanks

TripleKMama:
Where is your wife? I can send her the money but you truly need a US account so as not to stress me too. Don't u have anyone near her? I'm in NJ. U can PM me for further details....plus anybody that needs $$
#NotAnAgent #JustHaveSpareDollars

Biggest congrats leleti. So happy for you. I tap into grace o. I'm using Dr. Tate and Emory too. Been seeing him for 4weeks now and I'm die any moment. The guy's got really great reviews. Happy you liked and use him. Did he make it on time to deliver your baby? Will like to contact you via pm. Congrats again.

leleti:
Hello good people.....so had my precious bundle on the 24th of October in Emory University Midtown Hospital Atlanta. Was initially meant to use Dr Andrews and Northside, but due to my leg cast (it extends from thigh to toes) every single obgyn I talked to in Atlanta recommended a section at 39 weeks. I'm all for taking medical advice but I felt I could do a VD. so my host asked me to contact one Dr Joseph Tate.Apparently he is the VBAC guru of atlanta.Sent him a mail explaining my medical and gynaecological history.He replied immediately- it would be uncomfortable, he would prepare for an emergency CS, but he saw no reason why we shouldn't try.Met him a week later.Hes a nice little man, very full of jokes.not everyone's cup of tea I guess but we hit it off immediately and I felt comfortable in my decision.My family and hosts changed me to constant prayer point o.Fear was catching them. Me I just dey gentle and watched plenty Netflix and ate plenty food, exercised with my walking frame and waited for labor.Labor was......suffice to say I delivered like a Hebrew woman as my mama will say. Started having contractions in the morning, irregular and not painful so thought It was BH. Then around 5pm got more painful, still irregular.My host was in church, called and she rushed home.called Dr tates office.Contractions got very hard and fast in the car.Got to the hospital by 7pm, entered the delivery suite by 7.20- slight drama ensued when the registration desk was dilly dallying and I announced I would have my baby right there. Delivered baby by 7.40.no epidural, no time to worry about my leg.
Cost breakdown so far
Dr fee- 1500 after 35 weeks,2000 before 35 weeks
Tests- 100 accepts naija tests
Hospital- 3900 inclusive of paediatrician in hospital, hearing test, pku
Starting documentation next week.Atl mamas show me the way o
God has been sooooooo faithful to me.
My host has been AWESOME.

Thank you so much @firsttymum and @tolulope9009. I trust u guys are right. Just checked and spoke to a few doctor friends of mine. Ese pupo

tolulope9009:
I believe firsttymmum is right.. reason being that fansidar has this side effect- jaundice in the baby especially in the last few weeks of pregnancy because of its Sulphur component. Moreso, it isn't a routine drug; preferably taken in the late first and second trimester (meaning two doses in the entire 10months of pregnancy) as prophylaxis against malaria.

Hmm.....not sure thats totally correct cos it is part of my antenatal drugs and was scheduled for me to use once every month until October. I'm due early November. Unfortunately, I didn't bring it along with me to Yankee hence d reason I asked on this thread. Any particular reason u mentioned it is not supposed to be used after 36wks?? @firsttymum

firsttymum:
Hmmm fansidar isn't used after 35 to 36 weeks o... So I suggest u demand for something else.

Hello house. Please, anyone coming into Atlanta any time soon? I need malaria drugs like fansider. Will appreciate a response. Thanks

Hello guys. Pls, what's d best SIM card to get in this town oooo for calls in and outside the US Also where can I get it from Thanks in advance

Hello guys. Time to share my POE experience. Got into Atlanta with my mum on Tuesday, Oct 4 via Qatar airline. I could see God at work all through the journey from naija to Atlanta. Was favoured at Lagos airport And trip to Doha was smooth and uneventful. Lodged at the airport hotel during the 9hrs layover time. Upon boarding for the Atlanta leg, I was asked if I required a wheel chair in Atlanta, I said no, that I'd be able to walk on my own.journey was long but smooth. Had a lot of empty seats so was able to stretch my legs and sleep comfortably. By the time we landed, I was told that a wheelchair was provided for me. I told them I didn't request for it. I was however still given one ooooo. Guess it was all God's plan sha.
Anyways, was wheeled to the CBP officer after using the self service machine. Jumped the queue cos of the wheelchair. I was asked a few questions which I answered truthfully: my purpose in US, why I chose to have my baby in US, how much I had on me, what my hospital fee was (he didn't believe the amount I told him and he asked for the invoice from the hospital which I provided), where I worked and what I did in Nigeria. Spent less than 5mins with him and was stamped in until April 2017. Went to agriculture for clearance and nothing was seized. Infact luggage was not even opened sef. In all, I give all glory to God. Now lounging and waiting for my doctor's appointment next week.

FOREX is still a huge challenge as I could only get $3k. Glad I was able to pay hospital fee via form A though before leaving naija. Shuttling between different cards right now before DH joins me.

Thanks everyone for all the info provided on this platform. Wishing everyone a successful POE experience.

Hello Everyone. So I'm leaving for Atlanta today poo. Any last words of advise as regards POE, boarding Qatar, or any other thing? Just tot to ask ooo. Will be back to share my successful POE experience

Pls oo. Also send the code. Will really appreciate.

nefertitiram:
No you cant.. I'm using my naija card. I can send u my code so that u can get $20 off ur 1st ride

Thanks slot. Will do exactly that

Dwebb55:
You'll most likely need all 3(fit to fly from Dr, filled medif form and port health). Note that you'll need to submit first 2, 48hrs prior to your departure and their calculation of weeks is different. For them 32 weeks is 31wks+1day, so be guided. You can't fly with them after 35 weeks ie 34wks+6days!

You are the best. Thank you so much for the info. Will follow up with my doctor.

bouqounmie:
The MEDIF form is required if u're traveling above 33wks for an uncomplicated singleton pregnancy, above 28wks for multiple pregnancy. And u're required to submit latest 48hrs before ur flight.
There's a fit to fly on their website that your doctor will sign if u're travelling before 33wks but they will still insist on port health fit to fly sha.
Had all three filled out (fit to fly from doc, medif and porthealth) and traveled at 32wks, but only d photocopies of d porthealth were collected and that was what i presented throughout my flight.
Hope this helps.

Hello house. Pls, for those who have flown Qatar airways, where they strict on the fit to fly? If yes, was it the letter ftom your doctor or from port health that was requested? Also, the medif form on their site, was that useful?

Oh OK. Thank you so much for the response. Really helpful

SlowlybtSurely:
You will have to use a dollar dominated debit/credit card.

When you pay for more than one month, a month's rent will be deducted from your account and the rest will be deducted at the expiration of your one month stay.

I haven't had any problems with the site, so i would say they are tested and trusted.

Hello house. Thanks @firstymum for suggesting airbnb for my accommodation option. Quick one though. For those who have booked accommodation via airbnb, how did u make payments considering the forex limit on Nigerian debit cards? Also, did you book and pay for your entire stay at once? And is the site tested and trusted? Una no go blame me for all my questions ooo. Na hard earned money we wan spend so due diligence is very important. Thanks guys.

Thanks dear. Unfortunately, I haven't found someplace that meets my need and budget there.

firsttymum:
airbnb to d rescue

Hello people. Please, anyone with info on accommodation in Atlanta Abeg help a sister pool. Thanks in advance

Hello everyone and happy Sunday. Quick one Pls, any one got links for accommodation in Atlanta? Leaving early Oct. Would appreciate your response. Thanks

I think I will be interested. Please where in LA is d apartment located? Plus, will it be available first week in October? Thanks.

OMary83:
For the accomodation, it's actually a big 3 bedroom flat that comes with swimming pool and gym. It goes for 2500 per month. Three, two or even four people can combine and take it as the living room is equally big. It's available from 1st July. Pls if you are interested, get people to share with and reach out to me asap. I am only assiting as I know this our forex regime is not smilling at all.

RegardsPls,we r two families travelling middle of August and interested in the apartment.Mr Fred Ojei hasn't been able to get a place for us.Can u give me details if the place is still available pls via pm?i have sent u severally pm,am not an agent biko

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@similoluwa1
@Gold638
@estasplash
@Fizzone
@Firsttymum
@Damsell
@Kingovilarge
@Nogen
@Bisoye82
@Faithclin
@RITLUV
@Teeboy95
@Maypra
@ALLLLLLLLLLL, who have info abt st Francis hosp and dr m contact pls be your brother's keep by pm me for the details. I've PMed the listed people up there pls reply my pms. I've called the hosp tired and I'm tired of transferring my calls but to no avail. I'll appreciate your kind gestures so I can save some precious dollars by using LA cos their price is cheaper compared to the hosp I have already.
Thanks in anticipation.

I'm sure the details for this hospital and doc is over flogged on this thread. However, You'd need to contact Dr. M's secretary. She'd send you details of both the doc and hospital fees. I didn't have to call the hospital directly. Hospital and doctor might be cheap but it's very important you consider accommodation cost as that can be pricey before you conclude on LA Waka. I'm still in search of that.

My portharcourt people I have good news for u about pta and form A. Feddy27 jog into my pm

Firstymum, Pls share the good news

Pls, also help a sister ooo. U seem to knw your way around dis flight booking. LOS-LAX-LOS. First week in October, to return 2nd or 3rd week ib December (preferably emirates *wink*). Me and my mum...thanks a bunch

nefertitiram:
See this guy massaging my ego . Oya na

@njidekachi, congrats on the arrival of your LO. Could you pls send Dr. M's email addy and Mr. Fred's contact? Thank you

njidekachi:
To God be thy Glory , my LO arrived 2 days ago . Dr mbagwu in los angeles as usual was on top of the game.

Mr fred into real estate ( my host, i am currently in one of his apartment) was God sent from above. May God reward him richly cos he has been very helpful and kind . I am really feeling at home thou I came all alone.

Ended up with csection cos was not dilating well after induction due long labour and babys heart beat was dropping well le.

Bill for csection still same

Wishing all expectant mothers safe delivery, Amen.

thanks for the info... I'm hoping the accommodation will still b available by early October *wink*

najalady86:
Hi beautiful people,
Got a lot of PMs regarding my last post and replying all will be kinda tasking as most people are asking similar question.
Hope I can share the details here?
for the hospital and Dr., i have already shared it in the past. It's St. Francis hospital and Dr. M
The 2700 you pay hospital covers all services recieved in the hospital including hearing test. You also get a complementary toddler stroller.
Circumcision was ok but they left a little bit more fore skin than our naija Doctors would normally leave. My baby's Dr. back home here says its ok though.

For the accomodation, it's actually a big 3 bedroom flat that comes with swimming pool and gym. It goes for 2500 per month. Three, two or even four people can combine and take it as the living room is equally big. It's available from 1st July. Pls if you are interested, get people to share with and reach out to me asap. I am only assiting as I know this our forex regime is not smilling at all.

Regards