Generally Asked Questions & Answers
Licensed Midwife, Breastfeeding Specialist, Alternative Women's Health Practioner, Hydro-Colon Therapist
Perception
Who decides the gender of the baby, mom or dad?
What happens if you get pregnant after going off the pill, but before the waiting period is over?
Will I have trouble getting pregnant with low body fat?
Will a previous abortion cause me problems when I do get pregnant?
Pregnancy
Is sleeping on the right side harmful?
Which aroma therapiescan I use?
Will raising my arms above my head strangle the baby?
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Testing in Pregnancy
What is a stress test?
How many ultrasounds will I have?
When can I be sure the home tests are right?
What extra tests will I have because I'm over 35?
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Exercise
Do I have to give up my exercise and weight lifting routine?
Body Changes
Does pregnancy make it more likely you'll get yeast infections?
At 17 weeks I have a clear discharge from my breasts, is it okay?
I'm 11 weeks and in maternity clothes, what's the deal?
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Sex During Pregnancy
Are orgasm and sex okay?
I had a miscarriage last pregnancy, can I have sex?
My wife has a discharge after sex, is it normal?
Siblings
How much do I tell my 5 year-old when she asks about the baby?
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Pregnancy Complaints
Still fatigued at 29 weeks?
Is it possible to have a period during pregnancy?
How soon should Braxton-Hicks contractions start?
I always feel like I'm going to fall and my ears pop, is it normal?
Is there anything I can do about stretch marks?
What should I take for headaches?
Should I be having white discharge?
Is pubic bone pain normal?
If I get a cold, what should I take?
I have low blood sugar, what should I do while pregnant?
Is a backache normal and what can I do about it?
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Complications
Can I prevent a kidney infection?
I've been told I have an enlarged uterus, should I worry?
Is cramping a sign of miscarriage?
Is bleeding at 4 weeks normal?
Will rheumatoid arthritis be bothered by my pregnancy?
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Chemicals, Exposure & Disease
Can my cat sleep on the bed?
Can my wife change the kitty litter?
I was exposed to roseola, what now?
Can I color my hair while pregnant?
How does alcohol affect the fetus?
My wife has been painting, is this bad?
What are the dangers of aspartame and caffeine?
Can I use a tanning bed?
Which aroma therapiesshould I avoid?
Can computers harm me?
Our cats stay indoors, do I still need to avoid kitty litter?
I had an x-ray and then found out I was pregnant, what harm have I caused?
Is prenatal exposure to Rhogam bad for the baby?
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Nutrition
I've had an aversion to green vegetables. Will my baby suffer??
I've been craving dirt and clay, what's wrong with me?
What are the dangers of aspartame and caffeine?
I've gained 20 lbs in 2 months, how do I keep from weighing 200lbs.?
What kind of fiber can I take while pregnant?
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New Born
Circumcision Information
Circumcision Information Resource Centre
http://www.infocirc.org/welcome2.htm
National Organization of Circumcision Information Resource Centers
http://www.nocirc.org/
What Happens During Circumcision?
http://www.cirp.org/library/procedure/plastibell/
Jewish Circumcision Resource Center
http://jewishcircumcision.org/
Vaccines Information
The Vaccine Page
http://www.vaccines.com/
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Healthy Living Information
Healthy-Living
http://www.healthy-living.org/html/the_cleanse.html
Truth Publishing
http://www.truthpublishing.com/index.html
Twins and More!
Can they tell with ultrasound if my twins are fraternal or not?
What are the risks if my twins share the sac?
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Insurance & Costs
How much does it cost to have a baby?
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Labor
Labor and Birth Resources - Here are the basics of labor. What can you expect, how to tell if this is the real thing, timing contractions and more!
Choices in Birth - Many people aren't fully aware of all of their options. Learn what choices you have available to you, you might be surprised.
Childbirth Classes and Methods - Do you need childbirth classes? Which one should you take and how can you tell them apart...
Pain Relief in Labor - The good stuff. Read up on all different types of pain relief. You will learn about all of your medical and non-medical techniques for pain relief. From epidurals to back massage, it's in here.
Complications of Labor - Not every labor is a smooth ride, learn what you need to know when the road gets bumpy.
Inductions - Inductions of labor are very common. Learn about indications and methods of induction.
Miscellaneous - Did we forget something? Here is where you will find discussions, philosophy and many enjoyable resources.
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Postpartum
Emotions & Depression - Suffering from the baby blues? Maybe even postpartum depression? A look into the emotional adjustments of postpartum and early parenting.
Exercise - Ready to get your old body back? Here are some tips and workouts designed for the postpartum body.
Physical Recovery - Your physical recovery from having a baby is very important. What do you need to know?
Miscellaneous - Everything else there is on postpartum!
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