maternity

Taking PDL for hypoglycemia I’m 34.5 weeks and asked my Dr. to please approve me for PDL in CA early. I’m having a lot of trouble managing my blood sugar and have been feeling really hypoglycemic. My last appointment I ate a famous star 3 hours prior to my appointment, a crumbl cookie, and...

Husband here. I have to pay a copay for this vs. none for the OB. What do they do that’s value added? Wife will be 42 at birth. This is her only risk factor. 2 healthy full-term vaginal pregnancies and one 7 week miscarriage. Seems like they just take a lot of ultrasound measurements and...

I am a student conducting research to get a better understanding of the patient experience with regards to pain/discomfort during amnio and CVS procedures. Here is the link to my anonymous survey if you'd like to share your experience...

Hi everyone, I really need some advice on my current situation. I am about 11 weeks pregnant. I am currently a teacher and struggling. So, over winter break I started applying for a new jobs. I got an offer from a company and I think it could be an amazing opportunity in the long run...

It was 3 weeks until my due date. I sat in my obstetrician’s office in total shock over the news my doctor just gave me. Was the baby healthy? Yes. Was I healthy? Yes. What was the problem then? That’s none of your business.Okay, that was rude. But sadly, it has become part of my mom-armor...

I took a pregnancy test and tested positive 3 days after my missed period. Then I started bleeding terribly with all of these bad clots for about 5 hours (4 large maxi pads worth) which then turned into a pinkish mucus and stopped within 24 hours of starting. I had a miscarriage before at 7...

Not sure where else to ask this but I'm getting conflicting answers... State: N.C. I started a new job in May. I have accumulated 5 days paid time off. Wife and I had a baby 2 days ago. I haven't been to work since Tuesday. I'm on salary but don't get paid in full unless I make at least 40hrs...

Hi everyone I’m just a little upset and want to rant. I’ve had my baby she’s 11 weeks old. The clinic that I was going to that takes my insurance just sent me a bill for my FIRST visit. The visit in which I had my ultrasound to check for baby’s heartbeat. They informed me that they accepted my...

Hey everyone! 👋 I hope you're all doing well. My name is Olivia Pike and I am a PhD student in the field of psychology. We are conducting a study on the association between anxiety and infant health and illness in the first year of motherhood, and I was wondering if any of you would be...

Calling All Parents! COVID-19 has placed you in many new roles this year. It may have changed the way your child is attending school and how you are able to spend time with friends and family. With these changes can come a mix of emotions for both you and your child. If you are the parent of...

So long story short I work for the NHS and received OMP & SMP. I’m due to go back soon (if I don’t I have to pay back my OMP) I’m not in a position financially to pay it back. However I do not want to go back! They are aware I am only coming back for 3 months to pay it back then leaving (due to...

Hey everyone! 👋 I'm currently pursuing my PhD on the association between anxiety and parenting challenges during the first year of motherhood, and I was wondering if any of you would be interested in participating. This would involve taking a short online survey that will help me gather valuable...

Hi! Writing this on behalf of my friend who is experiencing a bit of confusion when it comes to navigating maternity/bonding entitlements in NY/NJ. My friend is a 29 y/o female residing with her fiance (will not be married by the time the baby is born) in a home they purchased together in...