Family Forum / Pregnancy / Pregnancy / September 2005

Micah's had a runny nose/cough for the last 3 weeks; it varies as to
intensity, but it hasn't gone away, either.  He's acting fine -- he's
sleeping well, eating a ton, is as active as ever, and generally seems
pretty happy -- so I haven't called the dr. on it.  Oh, just to add to ...

I am will be 37 weeks tomorrow... for the past 5 hours I have had this
pain.. never felt it ever before. It's in my right side at the back, behind
and around my bra strap, and shoulder area. It comes, peaks then fades. Once
it spread to my shoulder blade, and also then ...

We are throwing my office mate a baby shower on Tuesday.  I have of course
a zillion ideas for cute stuff for her baby; but I think it'd be nice to get
something for Mom as well.
When I try to remember what would have been a source of pleasure and comfort

First of all, let me say sorry for the cross post.
My girlfriend and I have decided to start using the NFP method as a means of
contraception. What software, if any, are you using to tract your fertile
days?

i just typed up DS's birth story so i don't forget it with this upcoming
birth. it's only taken me 3 years to type. it's kinda long, but i thought
some of you might be interested.
Short version:

Does anyone know how accurate ultraosunds are in determining the age of
fetus? And, when they tell you "age of fetus," is that from the time of
conception? Any input is greatly appriciated. Thanks all!

I know this is an often discussed issue, so much so that I can't seem
to find answers for this specific question because a search just turns
up too many hits!
I had the one hour glucose test and thought I passed because they never

Dr. Connett says we need signatures from Maine, Oklahoma, Delaware,
Mississippi, Nevada or South Dakota...

We bought a new travel system which cost about £250 for our new baby.
When we go out to eat most restaurants insist that we leave it (the
buggy!) by the door.
This is fair enough in a busy restaurant where space is tight, but has

The fluoridationists are attempting to fluoridate Bellingham
Washingtons drinking water despite local opposition.
See the whole story at http://www.noforcedfluoride.org

just asking an "in case of".
when DS came early, i just stayed in the hospital with him until he was well
enough to come home (7 days) even though i was able to be discharged myself.
the plan with #2 was to come home from the hospital with my doula to help a

also posted at am, mkb
I don't know who was crying harder this night, me or DS2. He is having
increasing problems that point in the direction of silent reflux. This
means he has all the symptoms of reflux, except he doesn't vomit, he

Raphael Lakshman <last name>
9/12/05 9:21pm
9 lbs 7.6oz, 21.5"
Birth-story/short version: Pit at 8:30, AROM around

I feel like Jekal & Hyde because although I love to feel my baby kick I also
hate the feeling. The last few days its been kicking and without sounded
disgusting but it feels like it is kicking in the vaginal area. It really is
uncomfortable half the time but at the same time I ...