favoredgal:


Iv used epidural twice and had no side effect

I think women that have c-sections also used it compulsorily

I'm not encouraging you o! Just stating my own experience
Best thing since sliced bread

tbaby123:
so in the spirit of giving back, here is what I have to share


WHAT ARE BENEFITS OF EPIDURAL ANESTHESIA?


1.Allows you to rest if your labor is prolonged. By reducing the discomfort of childbirth, some woman has a more positive birth experience.

2. Normally, an epidural will allow you to remain alert and be an active participant in your birth.

3. If you deliver by cesarean, an epidural anesthesia will allow you to stay awake and also provide effective pain relief during recovery.

4.When other types of coping mechanisms are no longer helping, an epidural can help you deal with exhaustion, irritability, and fatigue.

5. An epidural can allow you to rest, relax, get focused, and give you the strength to move forward as an active participant in your birth experience.

Please note, the use of epidural anesthesia during childbirth is continually being refined, and much of its success depends on the skill with which it is administered

WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF EPIDURAL ANESTHESIA?

1. Epidurals may cause your blood pressure to suddenly drop. For this reason, your blood pressure will be routinely checked to help ensure an adequate blood flow to your baby. If there is a sudden drop in blood pressure, you may need to be treated with IV fluids, medications, and oxygen.

2. You may experience a severe headache caused by leakage of spinal fluid.

3. After your epidural is placed, you will need to alternate sides while lying in bed and have continuous monitoring for changes in fetal heart rate. Lying in one position can sometimes cause labor to slow down or stop.

4. You might experience the following side effects: shivering, ringing of the ears, backache, soreness where the needle is inserted, nausea, or difficulty urinating.

5. You might find that your epidural makes pushing more difficult and additional medications or interventions may be needed such forceps or cesarean.

6. For a few hours after the birth the lower half of your body may feel numb. Numbness will require you to walk with assistance.

7. In rare instances, permanent nerve damage may result in the area where the catheter was inserted.

8. Though research is somewhat ambiguous, most studies suggest that some babies will have trouble “latching on” causing breastfeeding difficulties.

9. Other studies suggest that a baby might experience respiratory depression, fetal Mal-positioning, and an increase in fetal heart rate variability, thus increasing the need for forceps, vacuum, cesarean deliveries.


http://askthegynaedoctor.com/notes-on-epidural-%E2%80%AAanesthesia-%E2%80%AAthe-%E2%80%AAnew-%E2%80%AAnormal-in-%E2%80%AAchild-%E2%80%AAbirth/

nefertitiram:


Izzalie!! Haba! My LO stopped sucking by herself at 6mths. The more I begged the more she sneered at me.

One day I tried to force her, I got the bite of a lifetime

collins011:




Sky Memorial or H Medix, wuse 2

omodadi:


Jaiz called me after 2weeks, bt got only 2k.Stanbic might sell tomorrow, cos dey dint sell last week Monday too and sold on the other days. I'm travelling tomorrow so dnt think I can make it.

bouqounmie:
You can check from any reputable pharmacy. They should have it. And be sure of your size too.

Abefeokin:


Check Happytbaby's post she already gave a self-explanatory answer

customised87:


Compression socks

prolify:


Congrats on your bundle of joy,you are one tough lady,i remember singing like a canary to whoever cared to listen that I was taking the Hebrew woman route and reading supernatural childbirth to further strengthen my faith,I was almost 7 cm when I screamed NURSE STACEY CALL THE ANESTHESIOLOGIST NOW!!!watching my labor videos I laugh @ myself,who was I kidding
@Guccioluwa,weeping may endure for the night,but joy would surely come in the morning,be strong dear your morning must come with your bundle of joy.e-hugs

shithapuns:
PLS MAMAS THAT HV FLOWN EMIRATES lagos to Houston, how was the flight....especially the waiting time, going to Houston is 7hrs wait time...wch is far, but on the return leg...the wait time is about 14hrs!..........I heard about Dubai connect, has any1 used it here?...any tips/tricks...or something to b wary of...

2ndly I checked baggage allowance and can see only 30kg for economy seat!.....am assuming this is a single bag of 30kg?,....abi its 2 bags of 30kg each?
hv never seen an airline stating 30kg n single bag too

I blv they hv free wifi at the airport lounges in Dubai?

GucciOluwa:
I just had a Mc. We are so devastated. All our plans, hopes, dreams, everything gone. Our only hope is on God. May God keep you all and your unborn babies safe until the time appointed. Amen

Petdaughter:
Hi Guys, I got a very sad call this morning. My cousin lost her 3 year old son yesterday. The little boy was playing in their compound with other kids, no-one knew when he left the compound and then stepped on a soak-away slab. The slab was not stable and he fell into the soak-away. Everyone gathered and tried to get him out but unfortunately he had swallowed and inhaled the waste. The poor boy died. I feel so sad and unhappy about this. Pls dear moms, try to be alert towards ur toddlers and kids, one split second can make a world of difference. This is the most heart breaking news I've ever heard Cos I have a 3 year old son myself. May God continue to protect us and our little ones from harm. Amen!

lizzy232:

you are welcome dear, i bought lufthansa from lagos-germany-miami, will be spending some days in miami before heading to houston. didnt ask about fit to fly cos am not showing at all, my belly is the smallest have ever seen loool. i think i got that from my mama cos all her pregnancies wr that way, but will still go with all necessary document like fit to fly and my appiontment letter from dr fagbohun just incase.

lizzy232:



Try WAKANOW, they have offices everywhere, had the same issue myself so i just worked into their office and bought mine it didnt take up to 5mins, will be heading to houston 3rd week of april

niche70:
Aalloo everyone,

Has anyone used or booked United Airlines recently? I have been trying to reach them (Nigerian's office) to no avail. Or are there other straight flight alternatives to Houston?

Pls help me out.
Ejoo! Biko!

osat82:
Good morning everyone

I am due in June heading to Houston,I want to book my flight with BA and it amounted to $1395,however each time I try to pay online with my card it doesn't go,then I call my bank(Stanbic)and they said the limit is $1000,i tried GTB and first bank and the said the same thing,please does anyone have any idea/info on how i can pay for this flight plsssss.

silverchi:
Good day House

I went for my appointment today in oakbend and was informed that the price for epidural will be increased from 850 to 1,400 by april 1st

I tout to inform preggys who plan 2 pay after childbirth...I guess its wiser 2 pay now

Bt as for me, Im still considering if I can swallow d pain...though its my ist

Na wa ooo. I wish they will accept payment befor i arrive. Pls has anyone used Form A in oakbend?

chloe7:
Girlloom this situation is now a delicate one o,its more like you against them all and your hubby will be caught in btw, block the SSN don't report to the authorities because your marriage will be at stake with the situation of things now, pack your load and come back to naija when you come back to Nigeria you will now come and arrange everything that has gone wrong, I pray God restores peace and gives you resilience to continue to endure, God bless you and your LO

girlloom:
My dear, coming here was a massive mistake. I am 30 and this lady is 34, I knew I had entered one chance when she told me to attach Aunty to her name and uncle to her husband. Few weeks after I arrived here, I had a chat with my husband on bbm that I was being treated like a maid, this lady went through my phone while I was sleeping, read the chat and got upset. My husband made me apologize to her for invading my own privacy. Despite the fact my pregnancy was high risk, this lady turned me into a semi maid. Things I haven't done in my own house I have done here. She once instructed me to warm food for her 2 year old, my son started crying and I went to attend to him, she asked about the food and I told her my son was crying, her response was 'so you left my son's food because he was crying, let him cry now' Her son comes back with all sorts of sickness from daycare, she gets upset when I try to protect my child. Now my son is ill, caught a bad cold, thanks to her son sneezing on his face severally. I have had sleepless nights in the past 2 days and will have to take him in tomorrow and pay as we have no insurance. Back to what happened today, she said I was ungrateful because I asked why they opened my son's envelope...imagine? My husband delayed in sending money for his visa and that's the only reason I am still here. Her husband was able to pacify her to let me stay saying what would people say back home. Let me also add that she keeps saying she and her brother were very close before he met me and I want to change him. I plan to change my ticket to the earliest date possible and I am still going to call the IRS. Apologies for my uncoordinated rant, I am upset that I am in this kind of situation. Left my spacious house to come and chop insult in this cabin.

TheLeakyTribe:


Pele.

1st 30 minutes -get free WiFi for however long it lasts and ping and browse and inform your people that the 1st leg of your journey has been done and dusted.

2. ask around, some airlines give free meals when you have long layovers.

3. find a secluded corner with enough seats for you to lie down, if possible get one Close to your check in area, restrooms and a screen were you can see flight details.

4. lie down and snooze.

5. this is very important when you have a long layover it is essential that you have as little carry on luggage as possible.

6. wake up, check the time and snooze some more. ignore anyone asking you to sit up, you're pregnant you need the rest

7. window shop.

8. exercise your toilet breaks( if you're like me you'll probably have 10 or more in the 10 hour wait )

9. begin to realise that long lay overs are frustrating and promise yourself never to do it again.

10. do it again and repeat 1 to 9 because, cheaper tickets!

Moyetty:
@ all the June travellers. Let's talk nw. When you guys leaving and where you staying? Holla.
@ enizo, when in june are you travelling?

jbikes:
Hi Greatie, i sent PM to you. please respond need lil info from you.

God BLESS

Moyetty:
Ok would any one be travelling by june. Pls let me know. @ bolof where will you be staying?

happytbaby:
Tickets are not smiling o, it's so not funny that we are looking at N16m for my Mum, little madam and I......any hope summer tickets will get better?

The annoying thing is if we don't get ticket we can't apply for form A ....

bimc:
Yes, i got a quote on tuesday and I think it has been reviewed

bigfido:
Thank you Thank you Lord, Thank you Lord for everything you have done!! Let somebody shout Jesus! LO came through today! Mother and child doing fantastically well! I can't thank God enough..

bepop:
Any one seen Doctor F since Oakbend reviewed prices? was old rate accepted based on old billing? thanks.

TheLeakyTribe:


Congratulations dear