[quote author=Bisoye82 post=40586899]

Most doctors in the USA don't induce until after 40 weeks unless it's high risk pregnancy/multiples,but am thinking for you to want to go for CS upfront maybe she has done it before,then it's usually proffered as from 38 weeks in order for baby's lungs to have matured and avoid going to NICU.In terms of passport,it depends on when the hospital starts to process the birth certificate and SSN after giving birth,also whether there is a U.S passport office in Missouri or if you plan to pay for expedite services(usually 10-14days),then naija visa(process for this is on this forum) about 1 week or less,there's also option of passport in NY,Atlanta,and Washington.in conclusion I will suggest 6 weeks after birth for all documents even postpartum check up sef. Good luck [/quote

Please make sure you confirm from your hospital well, I was induced at 37 weeks because my preg was high risk. My hosp emphatically refused to do elective CS saying there was no medical reason to at the time. Was in labour for a long time and still delivered vaginally.

To God be the glory our long awaited baby boy arrived in the early hours of 29th of Nov! Mom, baby & daddy are doing great! God of restoration has done it again!

To God be the glory our long awaited baby boy arrived yesterday morning Nov 29th! Sorry #DecMoms we decided to overtake you and arrive in Nov. Mom, baby & daddy are doing great! BS later! Longgggg gist!

ozycy:

Sea shipping I guess?

Yes please!

Please who knows a reliable shipper in Dallas, Forthworthor or Arlington? It's urgent! Thanks!

IyawoToBe:
Glad to see that the ministry is marching on

Hello Fam, Iyawotobe just popping in to say HI

Long time! How's your baby doing?

firsttymum:
United be charging me so much for baby ticket. Almost 80k Mscheew....

Why na? I am also going back with them, changed from Lufthansa as well!

olokings:
Not entirely. ..
Had my LO circumcised for $160.00...
It depends on the doc's practice plus they apparently got different styles and procedures.
The choice us urs.

I am sending u a pm straight away for more info. I decided to stay back in Dallas instead of Elpaso.

ozycy:

So they v increased price of epidural? Tot it was $850.
Who did circumcision for $150 and how is it?
It's cheap compared to the $300 most Houston docs charge.

In Dallas it's $500 for Circumcision.

nefertitiram:


@firsttymum please help me here, what is the difference between normal aspirin and and baby aspirin, but I know that baby aspirin is low dose aspirin. I don't know the mgs though

Baby Aspirin is low dosage eg 75 - 81mg. Normal aspirin is higher dosage used as pain killers etc Google for more info.

neks31:
Eyinne n middyO E hugs to u both! I'm relaxed now , see me thinking I've been feeding my precious one poison all this while. But this BP in pregnancy is sth else I don't have this issue with my last baby n am pretty YOUNG Biko to be dealing with BP sef almost embarrassing lmao

My dear quit worrying about the BP and focus on a healthy pregnancy. I had it in my previous pregnancy and this one too as early as 9 weeks sef. Thankfully it has been well managed. Worrying will only make your BP escalate, try to take things easy, avoid salty food eg noodles. Here they have done all sorts of tests to determine the cause of the BP but didn't find anything. After preg it just disappears.

firsttymum:
when d dude said 900 i "parad" o... He had to go get their price quotes and all... We paid 900.
My husband was happy to sef.... Epidural is the next best thing after jollof rice.

I am so taking Epidural! Some people have been preaching Christian stories that touch to me, but sorry I no wan know. God has used technology to bless us.

neks31:
Hi all!! Pls I just read that Baby Aspirin is bad for preg (75ml) pls can anyone confirm this? Smh

It depends on your condition, eg pregnancy induced hypertension. Aspirin is a blood thinner and I used it up until I got to the US @ about 32 weeks and the Drs here stopped the prescription. It's used to prevent blood clotting in some instances or cases of previous miscarriage.

[quote author=MsPat post=40205700]Lil Ms zaynie fine o....if no be say she go don old pass my pickinses, I for pay bride price now now!

Age no matter jo. No be same year?

zaynie:
I missed last week, I will not miss this week....
Better late than never

So beautiful! God bless her!

[quote author=Aim07 post=40075824]Sabi mamas, ao tins? I am just feeling pains in my left upper thigh joined with buttocks, any time i walk it aches me alot nd av never felt like this before. Started yesterday night, am 35wks + gone. Who has felt this kind of pain before? What can be done to reduce the pain?

I feel pains in my right butt all the time, I just use rub and hot water bottle. Guess it's part of the package. Sorry o.

blessedtwins:
Thank you to everyone who took time out to profer a solution.we are in a safe place.
Does anyone live around Ajuwon.I will like to register for antenatal asap in a good hospital.

Pls reply my PM. Tx.

KayLayChi:
Does it mean no bank is selling PTA. I need to buy for my mum who is travelling to CA next week, abeg any suggestions?

Try Travelex their rates are not bad, way better than black market. If you are in Lagos, try the one @ the airport, but go a couple of days before your mom travels.

blessedtwins:
I have reached out to church but they are seeking for mediation which doesn't tally.Ghojes you once pmed me but I couldn't get to the e mail I used to open nl.thanks
Kaffy4bill pls email me your maternity address at lufizzkids@gmail.com.i mentioned earlier that i will patronise bu easy on me wt bills I beg you.
lovinam what about everything you pitch to himto do he says no.or him hiding ur certificate when you tell him you have an
interview
Good to have you all

Please let me know how I can assist you. You can pm me.

ahnie:
Just imagine.when my husband was turnin me into his punchbag,i complained,some mamas from this thread,sent hate mails to me abusin the daylight outta me.80%of marriage suffers this same assault things

That a lot of people suffer abuse in their marriages is not normal. No form of abuse is normal no matter how long it has been going on for. A life lost cannot be replaced. Marriage is not a do or die affair.

proudmom38:


Mine is always liquid o.Not solid n I make it myself.

Cold Weather makes it solid.

talltosyne:


High quality virgin coconut oil should be snow white in color when it is solid and water clear when liquid. If you see any shade of yellow or gray it is of an inferior quality. Pure coconut oil is colorless. Any discoloration is a sign of contamination.


No its not fake, original coconut oil is colourless, same with what I do get too. No cause for alarm my snr mama

Mine is colorless too and snow white when solid.

nwarosa:
Dear Mamas,

Please do we have second trimester blood screening for down syndrome in Nigeria? Seems to be a norm abroad

Clinix Lab in Ilupeju Lagos, or Mecure Lab in Oshodi /Lekki. It's optional though, Nigerian doctors hospitals don't make it compulsory.

firsttymum:
The Lord that does what no man can do.... How excellent is His name.

I'm a Mother... I give God the praise.

Yayy! Congrats dear! God bless your little one!

oliviah10:
@MiddyO Thanks for your reply, however I am moving back next week, my husband can provide a bank statement as well if its needed, however I cant leave my daughter behind its best I take her with me, plus my husband was working whilst in the UK but since our leave was refused we had to move back. My pregnancy is high risk as it is according to my GP here hence my reason for going to the US to give birth . I guess I just have to give it a go anyway thanks.

I suggested leaving your daughter with ur husband to serve as an extra tie back home. (hubby and daughter), to show the V. OO that you intend to return to Naija after the baby comes.

Arm yourself properly with the usual- burden of proof, budget sheet, hosp correspondence, accommodation etc.
Pray hard for divine favour from God, that the V. O will not stress you.

Best of luck! Remember to give us feedback o!

Austine2020:
Yea thats what mean, but LadyG told her to notify the embassy about her intentions, when she is travelling to the US on a Visa waiver as a British citizen.

She can inform the embassy of her intent to enter the US for childbirth purposes, since she has a visa waiver that allows entry into the US. (which is equivalent to having a visa).

In my opinion the email serves as a good back up and shows how prepared she is.

shrekandfiona:

I'll advise you 1st apply in UK where you are at the moment. If given fine, if denied then you can reapply in Naija. When asked why the refusal, you can state you assumed cos of ties that was why you came to your home country to reapply

I doubt that she can apply for Yankee visa in the UK, when she no longer has legal standing in the UK. She said she was denied leave to remain in the UK, hence her reason for returning to Naija.

Which ties will she show the V. O in the UK?

oliviah10:
@ MiddyO Thanks for your reply, Im currently 25 weeks , my parents are in Nigeria,I have an 18 month old daughter as well. We are returning as a family so accomodation has been arranged however no jobs yet but fingers crossed hubby gets one before my visa appointment on 21st december. My father has decided to help with the trip any suggestions please?. I am using Doctoresparati and I have paid part of my hospital bills, I have a signed letter from the doctor agreeing to see me. I also have one which isnt signed as I have to sign on arrival and show proof of ID. Now my problem is presenting my case to the visa officer so i dont get rejected. I lived in the UK for 6 years and finally moving back home as visa was denied and I and hubby decided this was it. Previous posts have shown that they kind of make a big deal out of one being denied a uk visa my husband isnt travelling with me but im taking my mum and my daughter along. Please, I really need any advise I could get as this forum seems so helpful I have learnt a whole lot. Thanks in advance P.S im due late February.

When exactly are you moving back? Can you show proof of solvency at the moment? I. e a solid bank account between yourself and your husband?

My main issue is that when the V. O asks what do you do, what will be your response? And what if they ask further what does your husband do? In my opinion it doesn't look good that both of you are not working, even if you show proof of solvency, including your dad's support. This, to me is the most important tie in this matter. The V. O needs to be assured that you or your husband have a constant source of income, (at least one of you).

I will suggest that you go with your mom only and leave your daughter with your husband.
Also you can't lie or deny your UK refusal, you will need to explain if asked about it.

Best of luck as you make your final decision.

tatacherie:

sore bombom nor let me do for now

My own late preg symptoms are -
My bum (button cheeks) ache like crazy! I use hot water bottle and hot rub every night, no back pain at all o, but yest my legs were aching too!
Always thirsty and dare not sleep on my right side, thanks to fibroids!
#TeamDec for extra ordinary delivery!

GodMercy2015:
Good day mams in the house, how is the pushing ministry going? It shall all end in praise. Amen

Mamas abeg o , is indomie safe to eat in pregnancy cause i ve been craving for it for a while now, but a friend of mine discouraged me that its bad for the foetus.

#Team May for supernatural delivery#

It's safe, just reduce the spice usage because of the high sodium content. You can add Mixed Veggies, dry pepper and boiled egg or chicken strips. Yum!

ginababy:
Constipation oooooooooo dis one don pass b careful. Abeg waitin I need do Also, I dnt hav apatite 4 food. Meat own na no go area. Since wen will I start craving 4 food na?
Most tyms I feel lyk crying or giving som1 d pregnancy to help me carry till afta birth. Chei!

Try a bottle of unsweetened yoghurt or yoghurt with very little sugar, those watery ones o! Are you in Lagos? So I can recommend where to buy for u. Works like magic for me.

neks31:
Hi all how u doin?? We just buried my dad today at a very young age less than 60 been crying and emotional and I'm cramping!!! Pls how is HOUSTON weather now?? Hope not too cold o

Sorry about your dad! May God strengthen you! Try to rest and take things easy.