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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Peebles23(f): 11:42am On Aug 25, 2015
Any February mama in d house? grin Let's hook talk on hook ups nd all....
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by abcv657: 11:54am On Aug 25, 2015
@annoynousmom

yes u can theres a passport guy down the road by zenith bank
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Nobody: 12:01pm On Aug 25, 2015
Hey I am a Febuary Mum where do you have in mind. i have looked up some info for LA, Atlanta, Maryland and Huston
Peebles23:
Any February mama in d house? grin Let's hook talk on hook ups nd all....
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by OMary83: 12:03pm On Aug 25, 2015
[quote author=DaiCom post=37309808]


I have pmed u all d details abt Dr Mbagwu.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Misen: 12:06pm On Aug 25, 2015
DaiCom:


Hi,i plan to give birth at LA too,am an October mum leaving in 3 weeks,am also using dr mbagwu,send me a mail so that I can give u the info I got on dr mbagwu(misen014@gmail.com) ,thanx.

Good day Madam and congratulations to you and the family please I have been looking some one who went to Los Angeles to give birth because me and my husband I am planning of to Los Angeles to give birth but the former hospital I wanted to use send me another new email yesterday telling me of another different cost up to $7000 different from the $4500 so because of that I checked this treads and I meet your post please for God sake I need your help. So that I can make mine plans very well with Dr Wbagwus
Please. This is my email address ( omodave24@gmail.com ) please my schedule flights is 20th Sept 2015 my email is omodave24@gmail.com
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Nobody: 12:28pm On Aug 25, 2015
Hey DaiCom:
I just sent you are email as well please help with the info as i am planning LA too.

thank you
[quote author=Misen post=37315895][/quote]
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Peebles23(f): 12:32pm On Aug 25, 2015
Houston Texas ooo, west Houston medical center.
Thank God I finally got a February mama wink u wnt wanna go near Maryland their prices is on the high side really
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by duntano: 12:38pm On Aug 25, 2015
My dear. The time frame matters a lot. Because within 5years she can have all kids and be done with all that. And what if the CO says she won't cont with payment. He can never know because she may still have 3years left of paymenttaking chances with this kind of thing isn't always good. Taking a payment plan is a good thing but make the plan span a shorter time. That's why I used the word *May*
Nita2013:
I beg to differ dear. I don't think d time frame really matters here. What matters is that she doesn't default in her payment. Adhere to d payment plan religiously and once they see that, the chances of going tru is very very high. #myopinionthough#


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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Nobody: 12:52pm On Aug 25, 2015
Yea Maryland is the highest quote i have got so far. I replied to your email so we can discuss in more details.
Peebles23:
Houston Texas ooo, west Houston medical center.
Thank God I finally got a February mama wink u wnt wanna go near Maryland their prices is on the high side really
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by twingirls: 1:30pm On Aug 25, 2015
Good am all.

@all, please am new to this thread and on my. 3rd missionary journey, I had my 2 boys in LUTH via CS. My dh and I have decided to have our 3rd in the US, I'm currently 19+ gone and will be due mid Jan. Iv never been to US, though dh has and has a visa dat will expire in April 2017, iv only been to uk and ireland.

Pls, I need advise from zero to finish, I have no close family or relative in us, but have some good friends in Texas, not sure dey can accommodate me for a long time though. I'm still going to read the previous post, but pls do advise as I'm showing already and I hope it's not too late.

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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Mum2bee: 1:41pm On Aug 25, 2015
Please I have a question to all the mamas/papas who have used british airways and have needed to make changes to their tickets. Please what were the charges like? Someone has said that it can be quite high because they also add the difference in fare between your old date and the new one? (The way my stomach turned when I heard this ehn....Strong shit hooked me....LOL)Any one with this experience please shed more light biko.

I have bought my tickets already (Bought when it was really cheap) and now I may have to change my return date and im so worried cos id be changing tickets for 3 people!

Please help a sister out!
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by worry359(m): 1:44pm On Aug 25, 2015
twingirls:
Good am all.

@all, please am new to this thread and on my. 3rd missionary journey, I had my 2 boys in LUTH via CS. My dh and I have decided to have our 3rd in the US, I'm currently 19+ gone and will be due mid Jan. Iv never been to US, though dh has and has a visa dat will expire in April 2017, iv only been to uk and ireland.

Pls, I need advise from zero to finish, I have no close family or relative in us, but have some good friends in Texas, not sure dey can accommodate me for a long time though. I'm still going to read the previous post, but pls do advise as[b] I'm showing already and I hope it's not too late.[/b]

Showing is no problem as long as you are paying your bills in the USA.
You need letters from a health clinic or hospital showing costs and preferably accepting you as a patient.
If you pay some money up front that is better.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by mammabear: 1:54pm On Aug 25, 2015
You should begin your visa processing sometime very soon to secure a timely interview date. You must plan to declare your pregnancy and plans to have your baby in the USA. And be prepared to show the necessary documentation such as doctor's letter, etc.

Be wary of staying with friends and family in the US. While they always have the best intentions at heart, the stress and hectic work schedule in the US does not give room to accommodate a pregnant mom for too long. The stress of having to house, feed and drive someone else on top of the usual bills (e.g. mortgage, insurance, utilities, car note) and limited time can cause emotional and financial stress and they may act out on you. Also some of them will wrongly advise you to take Medicaid, and if you declare you can afford to pay they will get jealous, because truth be told most of them don't have and can't save as much.

I know most responses here will tell you to take pen and paper and start reading over 400pages, though. I did that myself and found it very helpful, but time-consuming. You can PM with any questions.

twingirls:
Good am all.

@all, please am new to this thread and on my. 3rd missionary journey, I had my 2 boys in LUTH via CS. My dh and I have decided to have our 3rd in the US, I'm currently 19+ gone and will be due mid Jan. Iv never been to US, though dh has and has a visa dat will expire in April 2017, iv only been to uk and ireland.

Pls, I need advise from zero to finish, I have no close family or relative in us, but have some good friends in Texas, not sure dey can accommodate me for a long time though. I'm still going to read the previous post, but pls do advise as I'm showing already and I hope it's not too late.

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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by ozycy: 2:30pm On Aug 25, 2015
Nasadiva:
Hello Houston mamas, pls any one with Spring of Joy living accommodation experience? I am really torn bw that and soulcare, but soul care package that makes sense to me is that of 1450 but does not take care of my transportation to my hospital due to distance. I am scared of making wrong choice. Pls Houston mamas helpppppppppp!
Ask @ lollyberry, he contacted them sometime ago but there price was so high. Are they same pple with "urban living...."? I guess you want to use houston North west hospital. I actually wanted to use them but nobody is offering accommodation close to them except hotels, and I can't afford to be lonely since am going alone, so I had to switch. Buses ply that route from soulcr but e go be missionary journey cos you have to take about 3buses to get der for appointments.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Peebles23(f): 3:50pm On Aug 25, 2015
@nasadiva
Does that 1450 covers For Food? Utility? Nd all? because I got a better deal wanna compare tho mayb I'm on track. It's in Houston
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Tvegas(m): 4:33pm On Aug 25, 2015
Bsharon:

Hello , Sorry for the delay in my part 2.
My bills as follows : Cesarean section Elective - $3,780 Uncomplicated this package covers mother and baby's stays,for 3 days.
Epidural - $1,500 flat rate for normal delivery or C/S.
Payment for delivery in methodist hospital sugarland is mandatory you pay epidural using or not.it is refundable when you don't use it.
Congrats babe, didnt know youve delivered. I must be missing a lot,trying to catch up. When is the naija naming?any aso ebi? grin
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Tvegas(m): 4:35pm On Aug 25, 2015
anonymousmum:
...or port to Canada grin grin. Mr Tvegas any information from the fact finding mission?
None yet but i expect that thread to be fully operational by the time Mr Trump closes the US border on foreigners cheesy
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Nobody: 4:36pm On Aug 25, 2015
Mum2bee:
Please I have a question to all the mamas/papas who have used british airways and have needed to make changes to their tickets. Please what were the charges like? Someone has said that it can be quite high because they also add the difference in fare between your old date and the new one? (The way my stomach turned when I heard this ehn....Strong shit hooked me....LOL)Any one with this experience please shed more light biko.

I have bought my tickets already (Bought when it was really cheap) and now I may have to change my return date and im so worried cos id be changing tickets for 3 people!

Please help a sister out!

I was charged about $130 to change to an earlier date. It all depends on how much the fare will be on your intended date of travel plus taxes and all. Call BA directly to get a quote for your date.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Nobody: 6:01pm On Aug 25, 2015
it's not too late,just try and go through the thread,you will find relevant info.I applied while I was 18weeks preg and scheduled for interview @ 25weeks,the earlier the better,so u can make plans with respect to accommodation and other things,please remember to be truthful in your interview,it goes a long way.


all the best

@all, please am new to this thread and on my. 3rd missionary journey, I had my 2 boys in LUTH via CS. My dh and I have decided to have our 3rd in the US, I'm currently 19+ gone and will be due mid Jan. Iv never been to US, though dh has and has a visa dat will expire in April 2017, iv only been to uk and ireland.

Pls, I need advise from zero to finish, I have no close family or relative in us, but have some good friends in Texas, not sure dey can accommodate me for a long time though. I'm still going to read the previous post, but pls do advise as I'm showing already and I hope it's not too late.[/quote]
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Sidey: 6:09pm On Aug 25, 2015
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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by twingirls: 6:53pm On Aug 25, 2015
Thanks so much @ mamabear, Tiwalope and Worry59, I intend to be truthful and need not hide my preggy, hubby will be fully responsible for my bill

I have gone thru the past thread and still could not decide on any hospital, I will appreciate any contact on Dallas or Houston, I will appreciate cost and doctors contact. Pls any Jan mum here? We can hook up pls, I don't know where to start, been browsing and checking all day, pls help a sis.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by iyoyoworl: 7:10pm On Aug 25, 2015
Hello beautiful mamas in the house. would be traveling to have my second baby in Florida. Due in November and already booked my ticket to leave mid October.

Port of entry is thru Atlanta. Pls has any one had an experience at Atlanta point of entry.

Also would like to know if there are any cheap hospitals around Jacksonville as I have family around dere. Used UNF shands when I had by first via cs and it was quite expensive.

Thanks in advance as I await your responses.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by twingirls: 7:15pm On Aug 25, 2015
Bsharon:




Hello , Sorry for the delay in my part 2.
My bills as follows :
Cesarean section Elective - $3,780 Uncomplicated this package covers mother and baby's stays,for 3 days.

Epidural - $1,500 flat rate for normal delivery or C/S.

Payment for delivery in methodist hospital sugarland is mandatory you pay epidural using or not.it is refundable when you don't use it.

Pediatrician fee - $200 if using Dr Egbe it could be more if u allow the hospital choose a Doctor for your baby.

Lab tests - After delivery mother and baby $91,after a 50% discount.

I decline hearing test for my baby thou I was lucky the pediatrician ran the test then found where I signed declining it. So I got it free grin.

That was all I paid no suprises.
I Got my zero balance from the hospital going through the billing department ask after Sarah ,she was of great help to expedites my zero balance.


Pleas can I have the doc and hosp contact? I'm going for elective cs too and dis price sound reasonable. Any suggestion for accommodation? Thanks
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Zedaii: 8:08pm On Aug 25, 2015
Nogen:
Oh Boy! Finally out of El Paso with my trio. Gave birth to a set of triplets about 5 weeks ago. The doctor and her team were amazing.

Wow, congrats Nogen! I saw a picture of you and our triplets on a friend of mine's dp. God is wonderful.

God bless you and your family.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Zedaii: 8:17pm On Aug 25, 2015
Hello dear people,

Sorry, this is coming late jare but I have had my hands very full.

I had my gorgeous princess about 2 weeks ago! It was an amazing experience. My hospital and OBGYN were amazing! I got great care. I did, however, keep asking what was free or not...lol, remembering what I read here.
I got charged $360 for a false labour trip to the hospital. The care though was amazing. I was given some packs of Pampers, wipes, disposable panties, pads, tubs of Tucks (fantastic for post partum stitch healing), sheets to protect bed, baby bag, going home set for baby, a few other clothes, belly binder, etc. As each nurse took a shift, my friend and I would request for more supplies...hospital cost covered it nah..lol. We were discharged the next day, now awaiting my zero balance from them.

A big thanks again to all of you who shared their stories here to educate and guide us.

Now in the documentation stage - abeg MamaTobenna, OMary83 and other mummies who gave birth in Cali, how long does it take for BC to come out o? Because these people are telling me 15 working days. How did you ladies do yours please? Did you get expedited?

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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Zedaii: 8:19pm On Aug 25, 2015
modath:
Good day House...

Update on the nightmarish POE called Chicago ORD, this time,its point of EXIT..




3. What govt benefits did you enjoy on this journeym, i answered none, they now asked to see receipt & zero balance, i said "its likely to be in my checked in baggage, the male officer said, we may have to ask for your luggage cos we are not likely to take your word for it...

I said hold on let me check my hand luggage cos i had some docs in it, may find it in there, he & the lady officer just said no need and took my hand luggage, diaper bag & hand bag and proceeded to empty them (the lady officer was even asking about my connection to the various biz cards in my wallet), by sheer luck, it was in there & he told me congrats, cos he was about to CANCEL my VISA with PREJUDICE.. undecided

I Expressed shock that "i was supposed to present it at my next ENTRY, but he told me NO, you were told EXIT (which is the truth but i assumed the guy who interviewed me at entry made an error), &reminded me to always have it for any US entry/exit for FOREVER.

Told him, "thanks" & was allowed to go after being told lucky you.. they aint gat nothing on me..#Godwin..

MORAL OF THE STORY!!!
Chicago ORD POE aint sh1t!! angry



Na wa oo, na to keep plenty zero balance copies be dat, hiun! shocked
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by Fizzywah(m): 8:26pm On Aug 25, 2015
Hi Guys,

My wife gave birth to our Son at Houston NorthWest Medical Center almost 2 weeks ago. So thankful to everyone here that has helped with information one way or the other. Special thanks to @oresmum and @domrita. God bless you all.

Our Doctor, Glenn Morgan was great and did a wonderful Job. The nurses that tended to my wife were great, and overall I would say it's a hospital I would recommend to anyone. Freebies to get us started like a starter breast pump, belly waist band, similac, baby starter clothes, etc were given.

Currently we are 'free-er' what with tending to baby and trying to chase his documentation. And so far we have his BC and Passport but i'm having a hard time getting through to Tanko.

Can anyone here (maybe you have mentioned before and I missed it) offer an alternative to processing his Nigerian Visa or a better solution like a passport instead without travelling to New York?? Please any advice would be appreciated as we have limited time.

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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by yuddiepro: 8:33pm On Aug 25, 2015
Zedaii:
Hello dear people,

Sorry, this is coming late jare but I have had my hands very full.

I had my gorgeous princess about 2 weeks ago! It was an amazing experience. My hospital and OBGYN were amazing! I got great care. I did, however, keep asking what was free or not...lol, remembering what I read here.
I got charged $360 for a false labour trip to the hospital. The care though was amazing. I was given some packs of Pampers, wipes, disposable panties, pads, tubs of Tucks (fantastic for post partum stitch healing), sheets to protect bed, baby bag, going home set for baby, a few other clothes, belly binder, etc. As each nurse took a shift, my friend and I would request for more supplies...hospital cost covered it nah..lol. We were discharged the next day, now awaiting my zero balance from them.

A big thanks again to all of you who shared their stories here to educate and guide us.

Now in the documentation stage - abeg MamaTobenna, OMary83 and other mummies who gave birth in Cali, how long does it take for BC to come out o? Because these people are telling me 15 working days. How did you ladies do yours please? Did you get expedited?


Congrats dear on the arrival of ur LO. Thank God for safe delivery. Please what part of California did u have ur baby?
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by yuddiepro: 8:47pm On Aug 25, 2015
Dear Mama's and Papa's in d house,

I recently joined this forum and with great plans of having my baby in the US. Patiently gone thru the thread and couldn't get an info on hospitals around San Jose area in California.
Well after several shouts and pleas for info I decided it's time for me to take the bull by the horn and find something for myself. So I tot I should share what I've got incase future San Jose mama's come on board.

Contacted 3 hospitals and got the following quotes from them:
El Camino hospital- $6000 2 nights stay for mum and baby

O'connor hospital - $5,500 for 2 nights too

Good samaritan hospital -$4,800

The financial counselor I spoke with at Good Sams offered to help out with docs that accept self pay patients and got me one dr Karen Kohurt who gave a bill of $2,200.

Well I'm still searching and praying that a get a better deal though I've been told that I can't anything lesser in that area.

I hope this helps and Pls if there is anyone with an info that will help biko share. Mbok

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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by firsttymum(f): 8:58pm On Aug 25, 2015
Fizzywah:
Hi Guys,

My wife gave birth to our Son at Houston NorthWest Medical Center almost 2 weeks ago. So thankful to everyone here that has helped with information one way or the other. Special thanks to @oresmum and @domrita. God bless you all.

Our Doctor, Glenn Morgan was great and did a wonderful Job. The nurses that tended to my wife were great, and overall I would say it's a hospital I would recommend to anyone. Freebies to get us started like a starter breast pump, belly waist band, similac, baby starter clothes, etc were given.

Currently we are 'free-er' what with tending to baby and trying to chase his documentation. And so far we have his BC and Passport but i'm having a hard time getting through to Tanko.

Can anyone here (maybe you have mentioned before and I missed it) offer an alternative to processing his Nigerian Visa or a better solution like a passport instead without travelling to New York?? Please any advice would be appreciated as we have limited time.
I have a very strong feeling that I know you... Lemme give u a clue
Did u recently gist with someone most likely ur cousin ( my hubby) about ur hospital accommodation and bla bla he was also telling u his wifey(me) is coming over

Now to ur question have u tried Eddy? Heard he responds fast. The other alternative is to apply for d visa urself.
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by firsttymum(f): 9:04pm On Aug 25, 2015
iyoyoworl:
Hello beautiful mamas in the house. would be traveling to have my second baby in Florida. Due in November and already booked my ticket to leave mid October.

Port of entry is thru Atlanta. Pls has any one had an experience at Atlanta point of entry.

Also would like to know if there are any cheap hospitals around Jacksonville as I have family around dere. Used UNF shands when I had by first via cs and it was quite expensive.

Thanks in advance as I await your responses.

I ran from Jacksonville... My SIL used there for her last delivery and she spent like 30k ... I ran en ....
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by ozycy: 10:01pm On Aug 25, 2015
Fizzywah:

Can anyone here (maybe you have mentioned before and I missed it) offer an alternative to processing his Nigerian Visa or a better solution like a passport instead without travelling to New York?? Please any advice would be appreciated as we have limited time.
You should try Edy as he responds fast. Someone dropped his number here sometime ago.
Pls how much did pediatrician fee cost you?
Which accommodation did you finally use? Tnx

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