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[quote author=pattyreal post=27250327]Well 4 MIHS pls call d hosp financial dept as regards wat u r suppose 2 pay & work wit wat is been given 2 u. D $2888 is d old fee and has been increased 2 $5400. If u didn't book b4 d price increase u'll pay d $5400 if nt u'll pay d old price. Pls call 2 confirm.

Bros take out time to read the maternity package agreement, so you know first hand what you're getting for which ever price...... Abegggg..

Good day everyone, can anyone give explanation on what a cord banking means? Thank

Don't have expert explanations but you can have d cord stored with certain companies for specific durations & pay for the service.now in the case of bone marrow issues,autism,sickle cell n others they can use the stored cells to remedy d situation. Just my lil contribution

you cross leg for crossland studios? all these mamas: raii(u hv alws answered my questions), blogger (a.k.a burgger), tvgers, madameU(that gave me number wey no dey go, i don call sotey EmtyHen warned seriously reminding me that nigeria n south africa dey beef.

Nobody no vex,I can't take calls when @ wrk u could always leave a message via sms,wassap or bb me.would reach u back.in the mean time I can't remember giving you my number sef. Make u try again biko.

Ermmm my people una dey try sha! In d mean time I don grab my popcorn, peanuts, pepsi and Eva water join cross leg dey watch!

Bloggerina na so so laugh idey laugh. you be kwaret babe..... Guys take out time to read Abeg aint no bady gat time for such!


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bloggerina:
Why not send the doctor's office an email?
Alternatively you can click on my name and read my previous post. There's more than enough info there mama, free of charge.
Also, if anyone has directed a question at me in the last couple of days, pls do not think am being rude by not responding. I just prefer to refrain from answering questions that have been answered previously on this post. Kindly read, take notes and ask informed questions.
***now where's my groundnut Make I dey read dey go...
Cheers
quote author=raii post=27193366]Blogerina, Dr Hyunh's package states particular tests at different gestation weeks. Do I begin doing them now eventhough I have passed some of the weeks or do only d final ones?
Did you get my PM?

Freshface:
Twizzie I paid for 1month o n it's non-refundable! E don bizzle on me big time! I neva imagined i'll be all alone o! This crossland people do me strong thing! Anyway God dey. D place is actually very nice, I just walk into d malls for all d shopping. They av Burlington baby depot, walmart, target, Ross, Costco etc just a walk-in distance n d hospital is about 7min with cab. I like it, just loneliness datzall. Let's see aw it goes.

Sister pele....... Stay till you are done shopping and your money expires. Just use the opportunity to finish up on shopping and exercising. Take care

Hello everyone , I hope we have all had a fabulous weekend. Please Has anyone used a shipper in phoenix? Or have any contact that can ship stuff from Arizona to Nigeria via air freight or even ship, kindly give me their contact or PM me please. Thanks

[quote author=Nita2013 post=27065124]Hello all, pls new update as regards baby's US passport in phoenix. If u intend to go to Tucson for ur baby's US passport and ur hubby won't be with u, pls be aware that they don't accept just any notarized consent again in Tucson oh. D consent must be notarized by d US embassy. Thus this can only be done after d birth of d child.

Someone went there last Monday and they collected all her documents but refused to issue d passport. This they said is been done cos they noticed some fraudulent things been done as per d consent letter.

They went further to state that the embassy in naija would have to send d consent form via email or fax to them. They gave d lady that went d email address and a number to call afterwards and told her once they receive it, they would process d passport

Pls note that this is applicable to Tucson passport center as post office still accepts any notarised consent form.

Thanks for this piece of info Nita .how's the baby? Trust Naija world people to go and block the way for others....hiss ..............
people can't just stick to instructions and do the honourable thing. I can imagine they must have found several fraudulently altered letters of consent.

Pls is the new MIHS price of $5400 inclusive of everything? Or will I need to pay anything after that? Am a bit confused.
Also, am due in March, anyone heading to MIHS at this time too? Will leave in dec or Jan. We could team up and plan cos I am thinking of renting accomodation as I don't have any family/friend there. Thanks![/quote]i will by Gods grace be in Px by December; in the mean time sister abeg please read the maternity care package for non residents i believe all the answers you seek are therein.find link below.
http://mihs.org/uploads/sites/19/2014/Martha-Maternity_Package_Non_Resident_2014.9.pdf

[quote author=shelly23 post=26622740]I normally use Tmobile when I'm in the US. I've had the SIM for about The prepaid plan I get is $60 per month and it gives 5G data I think which usually covers my bb. Also if there's wifi where you're staying, that will also work for your BlackBerry and you might not need up to 5G data.
I say do a Google search to see if there are other local carriers in the Phoenix area besides Tmobile.


Thanks a lot.

tenic09:
Tnx......I was even told changing my name in abuja now might take close to 4_5 month before I can get d new passport cos of the new policy...am afraid that is not wat I want now cos I don't want anything to affect the application...if only I can be rest assured that I will get the passport before december so every thing can go inline with my time..
I also called an immigration officer today if its possible for me to renew my passport now since its still next year feb before it expires and he told me definitely...thinking maybe I shld still leave tthe change of name for now since someone here said it doesn't matter if myself and hubby av same name or not just backing it up with enough evidence..
My question now is "does it show to dem at the embassy which status one belong on the passport or they don't know since its not written on the passport cos its called E Passport( I.E Miss or Mrs)

Use whatever passport you have now no body will refuse you cos of your name, just have documents to back your claims, wedding photos, marriage cert and all. No one in the embassy cares if or not you are married so long as you have GENUINE docs to support your claims. And it's no crime to have a valid visa on an expired passport, once your passport expires just get a new one, attach the one with the valid visa and travel with both in hand.

I stayed at miramar apartments, got my furniture from CORT all was fine.....it all depends on your budget.

Oga we didn't say anything was wrong with cort , all I said was their package was higher than I had imagined.Bear in mind that peak and off peak season rates are quite different ... In the mean time I'm glad u had a robust budget .

akelvin: @madameU:k u could send d message. but I got another one which I used ystrday selected d ones I needed cos I didn't see d need for all those decoration stuffs as is just few months I'm staying so d company u r allowed to select what u need in fact even if is only bed so I picked a queen size bed n set of sofa just bedroom n parlour stuffs essential stuffs n d total aftr tax n all added amounted to $168.n free delivery to d apartment I took. was so happy cos it saved cost for me . didn't use cort again twas a cab guy dat took us there n u could get cheaper deal cos they r cheaper stuffs but I was considering my son nt spoiling anything dats y else I was ready to go for d cheapest items there. it would ave been less.like when I entered d store there is a whole bedroom package for $117 dats d queen size bed 2or 3 drawers can't remember n a dressing mirror n I saw a sitting room set for 90 but I don't think u need all those side lamps flowers decoration stuffs whatever u take out d money will b deducted. n most houses come with walk in closet mirror n all so u might as well take all those out n save cost.d name is Aaron's u can check them out. in fact d sofa set I picked one can sleep comfortable on it is like a bed

Thanks akelvin you are an angel.

we were advised to pick a non furnished one n rent d furnitures dat way is cheaper,we got a furniture company dat furnishes d bedroom,dinning, sitting room for $179 so is cheaper than taking a furnished apartment d name of d rental company is Cort u can check them out.note all I listed r one bedroom.

akelvin as per the furnishing rental company, i just looked them up the prices are scary..... will call them later. May send you a PM if u dont mind.
Thanks

[quote author=Phema post=/post/26821228]You could have just called me out, you know. . .

So telling people to read is an insult? Even if that is the solution to their problems? You think anyone here has got time? You think people here just lay around waiting for people to come ask same questions all over again? Most people here are mothers and fathers who have a life outside Nairaland, but we still make out time for things that are important to us. If this is truly important to anyone, he would read! Then he will be better equipped and can even help other people.

When you are done with the basics, you can then ask some specific questions and it will be easier to help. How does one start helping someone that says "I want to have a baby in the US, what are the procedures". That means he wants us to repeat the whole 168 pages all over again? Ain't we meant to be moving forward?

Anyways, I've given my own solution to the poster's problem. If you think that is "stylishly insulting people", please give yours.

Phema my sister oya chop kiss! if anyone truly is serious then they would take out time to read and see what the whole thread is about....how can you make informed decisions especially about life changing stuff; if you do not take out time to research and view the pros and cons.....

Are there any folks who would be In phoenix for December through March who have not booked accomodation? Holla

@ all the marketers with unwholesome agendas hiding behind NL usernames watchout! one of you is down many more to go; it just might be YOU next. keep up your rants and annoying PMs you shall soon fumble..... hisss

bomly: Hello Moms,

I have a question about Nanny. I am presently at crossland and should deliver in 2weeks, I think I would need the help of a Nanny, has anyone opt for this option before? any advice on how to get a Nanny for a week or two atleast?

Thanks

Depends on your budget. You can also just contact naijamumcarephoneix for ahelp..

Phema: ^^^ Are you kidding me?!? Jisos!!!

So, these people can stoop so low in the name of marketing?? Trying to spoil another's business? Come on! Doctores Para Ti have got enough clients already na. Why the overly aggresive marketing?? Very very appauling and unethical!

Tells so so much about them! #pissed

f![quote author=Phema]Did you notice how quickly the useless agent debunked your interview story with her overly "sweet" one? I remember you asked him to give details of his interview and he went into hiding. When Justwise hides their posts or bans them, we say he's being too strict. But he clearly knows what he is doing!
I still donot have any problems with their services though as some trusted people have recommended them. What I don't get is their aggressive marketing. Downgrading another hospital just because of your selfish Interest? I mean, how low can people get? You will be surprised the Organisation itself might not even be aware of these crooks.
Now, it will be difficult to believe any story/testimony from Doctores Para Ti. And if they continue that way, one thing is sure; they will lose their Clientele!
[quote author=pattyreal]Haba! Y d lies. Thank God 4 Tvegas dat xposed u. Ur kind r d ones dat spoil tins 4 oda pple. Justwise where r u oooo?

GenoMI: Ah ahn, infact I just went back and read all the posters 7 posts, and all have been some form of subtle marketing for Doctores. These are the things that make people like @justwise ANGRY!!!

Tvegas: Just leave them, they should keep at it. If things continue this way, i will find a way to petition the US EMBASSY about their desperation because Medical issues are not things you should play falsehood with.

I dey look dey laugh! Agents ehn wetin una go cause......... What a shame sha

Tvegas: Madam Craigslist is not a safe place to book anything. You should consider safer options as the whole site is full of bait and switch deals. When things are too good to be true, maybe they truly are. I think it's a good idea if members travelling at the same time team up to book 2 or 3 bed units that are more comfortable. By the way I saw the built more part, madam abeg build my own join . I need a standard duplex in chandler.

Tvegas my brother make you no laugh me too much na this over sabi predictive text joor....na Biltmore i been dey try talk.

My people don't get it twisted o, some of us looking out for safe areas have no issues with staying in crossland or extended stay east oak or built more,these places have rates that are alarming that's why we are trying to seek out other safe but cheaper options. For the period some of us intend to be in phoenix the bills for crossland and extended stay is as high as 3000-5000 dollars. And I bet most NL that went before now paid a max of 1900 for 60days and above .

Phema: Did you even bother reading that link?

No, it does not cover.

raii: MiHS vicinity is crime prone from the link. Jesus please show us mercy.

But thank God we will be temporarily visiting there. I believe God to shield us all. A helpless preggy alone which defense could you possibly have but a God? It is well

Thanks to akelvin for all the info. Just did a lil research and found this,I hope it's useful to someone. Person like me wey Neva Conor my village before just had to be armed with some info on the place I intend to camp for the next couple of months.

http://news.travel.aol.com/2010/09/14/safe-and-dangerous-places-in-phoenix/

[quote author=Phema]^^^Nice info @sessibasi. How did you pay for the bus fare?

She mentioned online....

akelvin: I got some so all depending on ur budget n preferences.but nice apartments mostly in chandelier based on advise of pple around on d areas n safe neighborhood.dnt knw if I can list all but will list d ones I can so u check out on d internet n we went there so 'twas cool.there is d chandler meadows apartment with furnished one bed for $1020 all inclusive,biscaynebay chandelier for$1070.83 dats plus utilities,Alante at d island for $901 all inclusive but not furnished but d furnished one goes for 1500 but we were advised to pick a non furnished one n rent d furnitures dat way is cheaper,we got a furniture company dat furnishes d bedroom,dinning, sitting room for $179 so is cheaper than taking a furnished apartment d name of d rental company is Cort u can check them out.note all I listed r one bedroom.i checked a lot anyone I remember again will put it up.there is one I saw in Gilbert really really nice goes for $959 but when every was added it went up to1159 but really cool d name is highland groves at Morrison ranch u can check it out.but note all these I listed d kitchens r fully equipped n laundry facilities also in each apartment.
U can also check AZ furnished apartments.com so u can select from four different areas if u want a furnished apartment.but NOTE d prices may differ if u r renting a short stay like three months they usually add premium charges added.thats y d ones I went to dat I gave u I was saying all inclusive so this AZ u can call to confirm n tell them ur duration.
But u can get cheaper apartments for $750-800 for a one bed not furnished then rent ur furnitures for $179 I think dat is nt bad.

@akelvin you are most definately a darling thanks a lot for all this info will start looking right away. God bless you plenty for your selflessness and honesty.

Thanks a lot akelvin. I would be expecting a feedback from you, its good to know there's someone out there who understands my concern, I hope you are having a good time already in Phoenix.

oawele: These apartments are not extended stay per say, they are houses for rent. You can get some from estate agents websites. Some of these apartment don't need you to have a SSN or be a citizen of US, but you have to be careful who you deal with and you need to research the area well to ascertain that it suits you.

Note that if you are coming alone and would need all the help, you should get places like crossroad where a lot nairalander tend to stay and help each other.

I will post som sites that estate mangers or landlands advertise apartments for rent but you need to research just the same way you research for hospital. ‘it can be difficult but I was lucky to get one quite easily with the help of a friend.

I understand your point, I personally have tried out some apartments which aren't extended stays I have only heard from one of them, knowing the particular region with good neighbourhoods and access to bus line and closeby shopping is what I'm particular about @this point.I see tempe,chandler,mesa,scottsdale etc that's y a referral of some sort would help.thanks

oawele: My people, how you all doing? We are back to 9ja and settling down quite nicely with our twins.

I will just try to run down a short summary on how our stay in Arizona went.

Wifey, daughter and MIL left for phoenix at 32weeks 5days via houston using united. At the POE, wifey went with all neccesary documents including cash more than 10K dollars which she declared, the intrestingg part is that it kind of caused some distraction and they didn't bother to ask for any other document rather they sent her to another room where they were more concerned about why she hasd above 10K dolls. Immediately, she told them she wanted to use it for hospital bills they just stamped her and let her go. ( I think that is a tip).

We
rented an apartment that was was quite far from MIHS (almost 2hour by bus and 20mins by car). The place was very nice with all the amenities a home should have, paid 1K dolls a month. The apartment had three balconies, swimming pool down stairs and had 3 big malls with most of the major outlets and stores in it. These malls are a stone throw away. We did not mind the distance cause in phoenix you can buy a day pass which can enable you ride all buses for the day for 4dollars ( from circle K store) . So we leave early for appointment and use a cab if we are late or in an emergency. Note that we rarely used the cab. ( tip : do not narrow your search for accomodation to places close to the hospital, there are places that are spacious, very nice and cosy for even less cost, the only challenge would be the distace and this can be overcome by leaving for appoinment well in time with bus).

As I mentioned in my previous post, MIHS is a good hospital and I liked their professional services. All you need to take to the hospital when going for delivery is what you will wear when you are discharged and your baby car seat which you can purchase at the hospital for 30 dolls, every other thing will be given to you at the hospital. Gifts inclusive will be given to you.

After getting your baby's birth cert at vitals office and passport at Tucson, youi can apply for your child's Nigerian visa yourself, just follow the guidelines on Nigerian immigration website and you should be good to go.

Finally, I want to thank God and every one that has helped me, from fabulousmum to Chima to Oyema to Seun to ada to all of you, can't remember all your names now. Thanks a lot.

Let me mention that a lot people eventually have issues at POE and are actually deported while some have complications during child birth and have escalated bills running into thousands of dollars and don't come back here to mention it. (Tip : pray to God for Favour and safe delivery with no complication and do not be carried away by the many sucessful stories here)

I am very available if any body needs my help or needs me to throw more light on any aspect of my experience.

One love

akelvin: @owale:welcome back thank God for his mercies n for sound health for both mother n babies.pls if u could give me d name of d apartment n is it a studio, or one bed? will b expecting a reply as I'm looking for a place to settle dwn

akelvin: @owale:welcome back thank God for his mercies n for sound health for both mother n babies.pls if u could give me d name of d apartment n is it a studio, or one bed? will b expecting a reply as I'm looking for a place to settle dwn

Oawele, congrats for the successful outing,my love to mother and the babies. Thanks for sharing. Please help out with the name of the apartment cos I really would like some place tidy and close to shopping malls.I was at the verge of making a mistake to get a place close to the hospital. If the aprtment u used isn't available please can I have the location so I can look out for others in the vicinity. Thanks .

[quote author=zmoney]Pls for pple who have had their sons circumcised in the u.s, how good was it? I was advised to wait and do the circumcision when back in Nigeria. What do you suggest?


Dunno but personally I would say find a naija nurse or Doc over there to do the thing .its more painful when the child is a lil older.

[quote author=shelly23]Hope our Phoenix people are ok o! I'm just reading there was a storm and a part of the city is without electricity.

Read that too! I hope everyone is good.

@Nita2013 I Thank God for a safe delivery and a beautiful angel that has come to reign and bless your Family.Nita,I celebrate with you.
God is faithful.We shall all return with a testimony in Jesus name