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HeLlo. House!
To God be the glory, two new American/Nigerian babies don join the MIHS clan! We thank God for Dinawe and wunmi!
Update will roll in asap!

More testimonies coming in in Jesus name!

Congrats lizcom nd all the other mamas n papas! God. Bless nd keep the little ones in Jesus name.

@all. Pls let's sheath our swords and be mindful of what we type to others. Personally, I see no reason why someone will come to a faceless forum and lie about an experience. Call me naive but one thing I know is there are always two or more sides to every story. If someone says she had an experience, let's not be too quick to judge. It can be hurting especially if d person is saying d truth.

Anyways, me I don land phhoenix o. Flight was stressful cos I missed my initial (direct flight) so for all d mamas jumping on this awoof ticket, if u are coming to phoenix, book direct withh an airline or if u av bought d houston ticket,I'd advice u fly southwest. Aside. That they seem to be d best and cheapest local carriers, u are entitled to carry ur two 23kg bags. Other airlines won't. For Delta, u pay seerately for ur luggages. United I heard allows one and u pay for d rest.
Shout out to the wonderful people I have met here, Dinawe, Dammiecouture, wummicpn, freshface etc etc! These people are just wonderful! MIHS people na one big happy family o! Feel free to join. As for bomly, think it will be nice if u reached out to other mamas in crossland. It will really help. Just drop ur room no and I trust those preggos go bring u pepper soup. I am not in crossland tho, but will def visit soon!
Oya, enuff. Of d epistle!
Xoxo!!

You can call in prior to your arrival and ask them to scan the application form to you. This allows them to run their checks before your arrival. Also, they will tell you if they have an available spot or not.

raii:
This one that you have to apply in person. If u reach there and space no come dey or their checks come out negative. That's not cool o.

So as an Ijebu geh, I called these Monterra apartments people. The place looked really cool as fresh face said, e come cheap die. $615 per month!! Unbels? I know right!! Unfortunately, they won't have an open spot till December first week. The only open apartments for now are three bedroom apartments.. Wetin I wan take am do? To apply though as an out-towner, you get to apply physically and they do a background check on u(dunno how they intend to do that though). One can call in and they scan their application form to you so they can start all that before you get to Arizona. The online application doesn't work for international applicants..
December MIHS mamas, hope this helps..According to fresh face, you can actually stroll to the clinic from there and reviews online are good too.
xoxo!!!

Sounds OK... Can come visit if d p.soup makes sense. Their month is regarded as 5 weeks right? Maybe I should look at that as well..

Freshface:
Chei Ladies una too much! I don laff tire. Abeg tell d MIHS mama to show some love here jare! These elpaso folks be robbing it in our faces too much (beefing mode activated! Lol)

@Raii: I paid $1,082 for 1mth plus $100 deposit in case of damages. It's abt 7min to d hosp from google maps

@MadameU: thank u jare, I no get choice. I'll stay put atleast till it expires

@Heart2heart: I dey wait ur arrival

@Nita2013: shei if she bn don welcome me I for don prepare better peppersoup keep for am now na! Anyway congrats to her, looking forward to meeting her n d baby.

@Phema: thx sis! U too do waka come, I dey wait u!

[Quote author=Freshface post=27104902]Abeg Phoenix mamas na only me waka come this extended stay east oak? no be so we bn talk am ooo! Shuuuu not even a single soul! Completely OYO! Me no likey![/quote]This gort me rolling... My dear, hope u haven't paid for your whole stay? U can like to port sharp sharp...believe me, u need people around.. Me, will be staying at ocotillo village, there's a nairalander mama there, two but I heard one will be leaving today. U can join us if u wish!! The more, the merrier...

oh thanks...appreciate your effort...I already called as well. Funny though, the quote I got about 2 hours ago 312.19 for the first week and 189.74 for subsequent weeks.I just hope they aren't reviewing their prices too o.. checking google map, its quite close to the hospital..
Next week Sunday hopefully, just chilling in NJ with family...

dinawe:
Hi. I am at crosslands. Had never heard of Ocotillo village until you mentioned it. So i checked them out online and gave them a call as well. Their studio furnished rooms is $420 for week one (arrival week), then $189 every other week. So it's like $987 for a month (approx N167,790). Which is not bad seeing that they have a pool (that's if you love swimming), and can quicken labour as well. .

So it's up to you to decide. When are you coming in?

Wish you the best.

Hi.. Will like to know if you are presently there or not? Also, the quoted price, is it inclusive of all utility bills? I reckon that wifi is not available, any other we should know of? Thanks..

Dammiecouture:
yes it's true u need someone with SSN to book for u. My uncle signed for me but i'll ask ask dem @ their office in d morning if u can book thru me since am a staying there nd they av my uncles SSN.

dinawe:
News update. 5 deliveries last week (one VBAC), one this week (so far). 3 departures and 1 arrival.

Will be joining soon, can't wait...excited much about the VBAC. God will sure make all things beautiful for all of us...
Pls are u staying at cross land? Can u say anything about this Ocotillo village? I am looking at staying there..Pls kindly respond..

U seem to be far gone to just be searching for an hospital..
I'd advise you go ahead with your present hospital but prob insist on VBAC. It might woek for u...All the best!
(quote author=angel55 post=26983926]Hello house please am stuck confused and don't know what to do? Am 36weeks gone and I need a hospital in houston area that will let me try a VBAC @ a rate not more than 6500 for everything both hospital,doctor and pediatrician. Other wise will I get it done at phoneix @ an affordable rate. Time seems to be running out. Pls help[/quote]

@phema, sorry for d late response, no I just had financial appt letter. Explained I needed to meet with financials before getting Docs appt.

HelLo house! Reporting live from NJ. A bit jet-lagged so I got time on my hand.@ kwèen, u must be one of d preggy mamas I saw on d flight. Kept wondering which of these preggos are Nairalanders..
Any way, like Keen said, Delta is good for any preggo, I was 35+2, when i flew and no-one in MMA batted their eyes. Went with my toddler so I already knew the journey was gon be a long one.
Funny though, we had my row of seats to ourselves so na room n parlour we dey. God bless my LO, he slept like an angel that he is all through the flight. Made sure I fed him well and gave him small piritton...Anyway, got to Atlanta and I was directed to one spanish tatooed guy like this.the guy just boned but I kept speaking God's word to myself. He asked what I was here for, told him vacay n childbirth. He asked me how much cash I had straight, told him $8500. He just said that is not enuff to birth a child in the Us. Told him I had contacted an hospital and d budget I have for normal and cs is 6500, 8000 respectively. He kept hissing to himself. He sha did biometrics and put my passprt in a transparent bag. Meanwhile, my cute son(whom all other agents had been smilling with) had his bag taken by a new friend he met, so we had to go get d bag.d lil boy didnt want to release the bag and it was a lil scene. The expression of irritation on d guy's face was enough for us. We sha gathered ourselves and were taken to a room to wait for secondary inspection.
On getting there, there were others as well with 2 other pregnant naija ladies as well. Another preggo was brought in with her 3 sons and we were told we will be called.
Was called by a black lady n below is transcript.
Lady: good am (with a smile) why are u here?
Me- morning' vacation n childbirth
Lady: you have any contact with a doc?
Yea. Maricopa medical center
May I see?showed her. Asked if I had paid, told her I needed to meet fin counselor first b4 paying.
Asked if i was pregnant at time of interview.I said yea' she was checking my transcript cos d next question was why i did not come for d wedding again as that was d reason we applied. Told her d wedding was postponed and d time would have been too soon for me if I had come in Sept. She asked how far gone, i said 35. She was surprised. She said you shouldnt be flying after 32. Thank God i had my fit to fly letter. I just showed her and she later asked for my cash. She counted in thousands and told me d keeping all receipts story. I said no P and she stamped us 6 months. As I was leaving, she mentioned my hubby coming for d wedding last month which I affirmed. Our bags were transferred to d screening room but none of mine was searched. D guy even helped with my trolley, checked in for connecting flight to JFK..
Transcript is actually longer but i had to make a bit brief. All the best to everyother person..na phoenix journey remain so..

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 .

Thank you for this Info. God bless you much! Need to ask though if these quotes are monthly and if one can get to pay for one and half month. Also, how far is this Chandelier from the hospital and clinic?
Also, on the document processing, does it mean one has to go all the way to Tucson before you can apply for passport? Thought one could do via the post office? Also, the notarized letter of consent, can I take along now before baby is born since hubby won't be around or it has to be after baby is born?
Thank you once again..

LMAO!! All these Lits and debate shildren!! We are convinced o that there are other options..this is no badt at all..
Meanwhile, Me I am an optimist.. I am holding on to the ray of what someone said that the old price still stands for those with appointment till December.. I might still go there sha based on their review of VBAC as well.. Hopefully, them go reward those who kept to their appointment..
Phema, don't mind the El paso clans o, all these threats you people are sharing, there is God o!! If not, na NJ i go stay jeje!!
Bro oawale, how is the fam? Kindly help us embark on a charitable journey to MIHS to confirm if the old price stays the same for those with appt..
Taink u (in mama pepe's voice)I promise, I will bring garri Ijebu for u when I am coming

GenoMI: Cheiii @ MIHS mamas, I sympathise with you , but don't worry God dey. For those looking for other options apart from the Border Town (I hail una border people oo), why not look into Gwinnett (in Atlanta) also? This is a summary of the costs I have so far:

1. Hospital Fees: $2,400 - $3,600 after discount if you pay within 30 days (40% discount)

2. Dr Fees: Dr Oduro- $2,100
Dr Soyoola - $2,475 (this was after I used all my power to price from $2,675 )
Gwinnett group of OBGYN's - $1,800

I called last week. They asked me to fax over my medical records which I am yet to do and I will keep the house posted once I do.

All in all, you can use Gwinnett for an uncomplicated delivery for approximately $4,200 - $4,875 depending on the obgyn used.
My friend who delivered there says to budget less than $500 for paediatrician and about $250 max for circumcision.

With these few points of mine, I hope I have been able to convince you and not confuse you that we have other options too

You guys shd cut Teamclicksir some slack... Personally, I felt he was just been helpful. He never requested anyone contact him, no need for throwing jabs @ him for no just cause.. Beg, teamclicksair, which airline is d cheapest for now? Pls don't mention Airmaroc beside me o. Had a "memorable" exp with them once, never again!!.I'm almost certain on the one I would fly but it doesn't hurt to know..

TeamclicksAir: lol....All have posted also is different airlines with there current prices . A simple Google search on the airlines would have shown you there website and you can complete your booking there. It is well

Thanks Nita.. Quite helpful!!!!

Nita2013: Hi twizzie, my onward journey to Chicago had just 3hrs 30mins stop over in dubai so we were at d airport all tru. It's my return leg that has 16h

Hi Nita...kindly share ur experience on Emirates.. I moght be flying with them as I have to get to NJ for Few days b4 heading to phoenix.. I want to know how one goes about d hotel choice thingy.. I intend to rest well well and continue my isrealite journey since its 27hrs stated on their site. Orher carriers have shorter stop overs but one will have to be at the airport all thru, I might as well go with the one that will make me fresh and comfy for d last lap of my journey.
Thanks!

Nita2013: Hi Funsho, I travelled at 34weeks + 4 dayz. With Emirates u can fly up to 36weeks with ur fit to fly but pls make like 5 photocopies of d fit to fly and do not submit d original cos in dubai they would need to site d original.

Cheers

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Hello house..Abeg help a sister out..I got someone to book a flight for me..He got Arik due to less stress and lesser travel hours..The issue is that I will be 34 weeks at the time of travel..He said he called Arik as we were discussing and they said they will carry me as long as I present a fit to fly..My fear though is that they answered in the affirmative cos he was calling from the US. Make I no go airport, make them bounce me..
I have read it here times without number how they don't carry beyond 30 weeks..
Please anyone with a recent experience? Kindly share..
Thanks..

Ok, so I checked their website.. Thank God I didn't buy..
Expectant Mothers
Expectant mothers are not regarded as PRM. Nevertheless, expectant mothers can be accepted until the end of week 34 on all domestic flights at their own risk. It shall be noted that between week 28 and week 34 of the pregnancy a doctor’s certificate is required.

Expectant mothers can be accepted until the end of week 30 on all international flights at their own risk. It shall be noted that between week 28 and week 30 of the pregnancy a doctor’s certificate is required. Exception to this rule on International flights only, Between the end of week 30 and end of week 34 Expectant mothers can still be accepted (with a doctor’s certificate) until the end of week 34, providing that the mother is returning to the country of her origin/residence for which they are in a possession of valid documents at the time of travel.
Doctor certificates presented at the time of check-in must be issued within 7 days of travel otherwise You might be refused to travel.

OMG!! Nef!!! So sorry dear!! Couldnt help but shed a tear!! God be with your family at this time!! God will heal your heart and body and cause you to smile soonest!! You are one strong lady! continue been strong and keep holding on to God's word!! It is well with you dear..

Lol @ old. We were told already that they don't give bed covers and kitchen utensils.. My question is how close is it to the hospital?

Varvara: Yesterday I was in palm Shadow in Large studio. Everything i there old-old, so I decided to contibue stay in Crossland. More oer, in Plam Shadows they don't gyou bed clothes and utilnes for kitchen.

@neferetitiam, so sorry about all that... Most important thing is that you and the LOs are doing fine!! They will still go to America well well, so relax!! God will keep them and make them shinning examples among their peers!! To think I was waiting for you to go check the hotel you recommended to us out!!
@mamacajah, oya let us go and buy tickets oooo... e don do!! 1st week in October, I am out mhen!!
@omokennyoguns20, oya chop kiss... Was really hoping that will still apply.. Sorry to sound selfish but budget is tight!!!

In all, let's put God in our planning and not overstretch our luck too.. Fly early(though 27 weeks sef is over early)
God will make all things beautiful for us!!

@mamacajah, sorry no vex ehn.. I promise they won't do it again..hehehe..
I was going to ask after you sef as I haven't "read" from you in a while.. How are you and the baby doing? Great I hope..
Take care!!

mamacajah: @twizzie, thanks! sometimes i don't want to start a word fight here, so I really get upset when people come on and just ask for info without reading some pages. at least the last 40 pages, most of the questions being asked on NJ, NY, Maryland and co have been asked over and over. They don't bother to take out time and read a bit, sometimes they even come demanding a quick response like all the contributors are sitting down somewhere waiting for them to ask such questions.


Sorrry for my long rant... I just had to get it out there that this a lovely family blog, which grew based on sharing information, reading, researching and giving back. Please don't come here and take us back. FIN.

It will really be nice if one can take out time to read this thread if you need info.. I personally read almost all the pages prior to the wipe out and I got the needed info..I am now like a consultant..hehehehe....
I feel most people just want to be spoon fed all the info they need.. If you have a question that hasn't been addressed, then one can ask..but that must have been after going through most of the pages to see same has not been addressed..
To answer your question though, these are links you can check out. Just know the cost is from $7,000-$10,000 range..
Check http://www.atlantichealth.org/morristown/our+services/maternity/ and also http://www.mountainsidehosp.com/Home.aspx.
xoxo!!

zina24: goodday house, please can some help with information on affordable hospital bill around new jersey , contact and rates.

This is not good at all o!! I had an appointment for 22nd Sept but I moved traveling till Oct. To think I just rescheduled yesterday!! This review had better be good if not, hmmmmm............There is God sha!!

oawele: To God be the glory, my wife delivered our set of twin at MIHS last week. I was present throughout the whole birth process and i would say they were welcoming, nice and professional.

Congrats oawale!! God bless and keep the little ones and give you the parents the knowledge and means to take care of them!!

Me sef I tap into VBAC anointing o though I just had my CS early last year but I trust God..
Activate the family planning mode o!! Na from there u suppose don do am sef!!lol..congrats

Please house, May I please get a link to get appointment dates for the embassy? need for my folks asap.. Thanks

Check http://www.atlantichealth.org/morristown/our+services/maternity/ and also http://www.mountainsidehosp.com/Home.aspx.
I called Morristown and their bill is about 7000 exclusive of some tests and sonogram but I am hoping at getting a discount. @BVNO also called hackenside with a bill of 6500 which she says it's all inclusive so you could try to reach them when you reach..If not, na MIHS be that o. All the best though and please give heads up when you contact them.. Still pushing date of travel to get more time..
xoxo!!

gbemileke14: hello all, I have been a silent follower of this forum and I have found it very helpful. I hope to be in New Jersey this weekend, pls can someone share the contact of the doctor in New Jersey as I have relatives there. Thank you

For diapers, you can buy as many as you can.. just buy varying sizes depending on your baby's size...From newborn to sizes 1,2,3,4 and 5..More of 3 and 4 tho.. It's quite economical. I had an extra bag full of diaper from the UK tho I didn't birth my child there and it was worth it.. For food, I would advise you not to buy so much.. They can only take formulas for the first 6 months anyways and other cereals after six months which your baby might not just like.(Talking from experience)
There are lots of stores in Nigeria that you can get baby food rather than storing them down in the house.. I really don't have an idea as to shipping but I am hopeful someone will.

GenoMI: Please all new mommas in the house, will you be shipping baby items like food and diapers back to Nigeria?

If so, please what quantities should one be looking at? For example, how does one know how many packs of diapers to get and also what sizes? PLEASE HELP OO!! I'm confused.

Even if you did, she can't interview you again once u challenge her that she denied you for no just cause.. I've read an instance on another thread where the guy challenged the VO that he was denied by him for no just cause.. He just moved him to another vo and he got it..The most important thing is to fill your form accurately, there shouldn't be irregularities though..Make sure what you fill correlates with the previous form..
Also, you need to be confident, look them straight in the eyes, talk audibly as well!
Most importantly, pray for God's favor! You will surely get it!!

mummybee: @T4Tough, @Brooklyn20...both of you should reapply again, even with your spouses. In all, pray 4 God's Favour and I pray u won't meet with that lady again.

You guys are cracking me up! But seriously, what will you have used the wedding programme for? Me I'm just curious o The VO sef fear,no gree look any other doc!!

Phema: But, it wasn't even that bulky sha . I just put all of them in a transparent file. I used that much marital evidence cos I still have my maiden name on my passport.

Laff don finish me.

Thanks BVNO. Will check it out.
You could ask to book an appointment with a Doc, that can serve as as letter of responsibility too..Then take all your correspondence including the bill along.

BVNO: @ twizzie....Yes $6,050 it's all inclusive. Hackensack UMC Mountainside Hospital...30 mins away from NY.


@Phema....A big congratulations. May God grant you safe delivery!!!, I'm still waiting for the budget sheet....please.