trouble trying to conceive baby number one!?!?!?

what's it

my fiance and i have been having unprotected sex for about four years now, we aren't "trying," but we aren't not trying.. i heard that even if you perfectly time your ovulation, you only have a 25% of conceiving each month..

i did have one miscarriage before, so i think i CAN get pregnant, well anyway i am hoping!

can anyone direct me to some good websites other than www.twoweekwait.com and www.fertilityfriend.com.. i've also been to www.babycenter.com or give me some advice on how to start "trying" to conceive.. some things i have been doing differently:

1. taking a multivitamin.
2. no caffeine - aka no sodas, coffee, caffinated teas, etc.
3. dieting and exercisting, trying to lose weight.

is there anything else i should be doing? i'm a 21 year old, so i should be perfectly fine with lots of time left on the biological clock! thanks guys!
exercisting?? what am i thinking! lol

sorry about that.. i didn't spell check! sorry!

Answer
Have sex three times a week.

Having regular sex is the best way to get pregnant. Couples often try to time everything perfectly for ovulation but do not have sex when they think they are not ovulating. It is true that sex that is not within the time of ovulation will not result in pregnancy. However, because women do not always ovulate when they think they will, having sex three times a week will help to a woman cover her bases, so to speak, and not miss an opportunity to get pregnant.

2. Use an ovulation prediction kit or fertility monitor.

Using an ovulation kit to predict when you are ovulating will improve your chances of getting pregnant. For many women charting or other methods of ovulation prediction are too confusing. Ovulation prediction kits work by reading LH surges prior to ovulation. They are relatively easy to use and are generally accurate for predicting ovulation. Fertility monitors, such as the Clear Blue Easy monitor, are also a worthwhile investment if you would like to get pregnant faster. Fertility monitors are similar to ovulation prediction kits in that they read changes in LH but they also read changes in other hormones and donât require any guesswork for couples. They are easy to use and will tell you when the best time to get pregnant is.

3. Have sex before ovulation (not after).

Sometimes couples get confused about the best time to have sex in relationship to ovulation. You have a small window of time each month to get pregnant. After a woman ovulates the egg will survive approximately 24 hours. Sperm, on the other hand, will live for up to three to five days. This is why having sex two to three days before ovulation will increase your chances of getting pregnant. Donât wait until the day you ovulate to have sex. Your partnerâs sperm will last longer than your egg and you donât want to miss an opportunity by waiting.

4. Donât rely on the Calendar method for predicting ovulation.

A lot of couples have heard to have sex around day fourteen of your cycle. This is based on the calendar method and assumes that you have a regular 28-day cycle and ovulate mid-cycle. Although this is better than just picking an arbitrary day to have sex, it is not a very accurate way to predict when you ovulate. Many women do not ovulate on day fourteen and knowing precisely when you ovulate will help you time intercourse better. Ovulation prediction kits, looking at previous months bbt charts, or watching for body cues will help you to determine when you ovulate.

5. Charting may not be the best way to predict ovulation.

Charting is great for tracking your cycle but it does have disadvantages. By the time you can see ovulation on a bbt chart, you have already ovulated. It is good to chart so you can track your cycles, see if you ovulate the same time each month, and also so you can look back on your cycle and see if you timed things right. But if this is your first cycle trying to get pregnant or if you are not ovulating at the same time each month, an ovulation prediction kit would be more helpful.

6. See a doctor before you start trying to get pregnant.
Make sure you are in good health and have had a regular check up from your OBGYN or medical provider. Untreated infections, sexually transmitted diseases, or poor health can affect your chances of getting pregnant. Its good to see a doctor as well as start taking prenatal vitamins prior to trying to conceive.

7. Donât smoke, drink alcohol, or abuse drugs when trying to get pregnant.
This may seem like common sense but many women do try to get pregnant while smoking, drinking or using drugs. Smoking, drugs, and alcohol can affect your fertility. It will also affect your unborn child. It is important to stop smoking or using drugs and alcohol before getting pregnant and not wait until you find out you are pregnant.

8. Have enjoyable sex.

Sometimes when couples are trying to conceive, sex becomes a job or function of reproduction and is not as enjoyable. Plan a romantic evening or try something different to spice things up. How you are feeling sexually may factor into your chances of getting pregnant. Some researchers believe that having an orgasm during sex increases your chances of getting pregnant. For women, the spasmic movements of orgasm will help pull the sperm into the uterus and for men a better orgasm may increase the manâs sperm count.

9. Have sex in positions that keep sperm inside the vagina longer.

The missionary position is a good position to use when trying to get pregnant. Avoid positions where the woman is on top. Gravity will allow sperm to leak out with these positions. Also try placing a pillow under your hips to help tilt your pelvis and keep the sperm in longer. Donât get up right after sex. Try to relax and allow the sperm to stay in the vagina as long as possible.

10. There is no such thing as trying too hard to get pregnant.
Most couples get pregnant within a year of trying. If you have not gotten pregnant within a year consult your doctor for advice.

Does gestational diabetes affect the baby?

SMART BOY

My wife is pregnant in her 7th month. However, she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. It's our first baby. Does this mean that the baby might have diabetes,too? and is she gonna have a cesarean operation? how can she lower sugar in her blood. PLEASE HELP

Answer
How does having gestational diabetes affect my pregnancy?
These days, most women who develop diabetes during pregnancy go on to have healthy babies. Your practitioner will monitor you closely and you'll most likely be able to keep your blood sugar levels under control with diet and exercise, and by getting insulin shots if you need them. But poorly controlled diabetes can have serious consequences for you and your baby.
http://www.babycenter.com/0_gestational-diabetes_2058.bc#articlesection3

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Can babies have nightmares?

Mommyto2

My 7 month daughter usually "talks" a little bit when getting up in the middle of the night to nurse. Last night TWICE she woke up screaming (which has happened before BUT...), but not just any scream, it was shrieking as if someone hurt her. I RAN to her thinking she was hurt, but as soon as I picked her up she was okay after a couple more tears. She is also teething her top teeth now, so it could be that. Its just a scream I have never heard before...
Christopher- I didnt think I had to say no ignorant answers, but of course you added one. Please...be serious people.
SGElite- speak with her??? She is 7 months old, she cant tell me whats wrong! Her room is set at 68* and she has footie pjs on...shes not cold

Answer
Hi - yes babies of this age can start to have night tremors. Check out the site, www.babycenter.com or www.parents.com and search on night tremors. Both of my sons had them and they would let out this god awful shriek in the middle of the night - it was typically very quick and often less than two or three actual shrieks in a given night. With my first son, I didn't know what they were so of course I ran into his room each time, and rocked him in my arms for a bit - usually ended up in waking him up and then became difficult to put him back in his crib. With my 2nd son, the first time I heard them I looked at our monitor which has a visual display and saw that he was fine, asleep and I left him be - I did not run into his room like I did with our 1st son. He eventually outgrew them by the time he was 9 - 10 months old. Google it too and you'll find a lot of articles on the topic, it's very common. Good luck!

When should a baby start sleeping alone in a bedroom of his own?

Greek_Warr

Answer
My son is 7 months old and some time for naps he sleeps in his room in is crib but at night......he is in our bedroom in his playpen. I have read on my favorite childcare website Baby Center [ www.babycenter.com ] that doctors say that baby's can sleep in there own room as of the first night home from the hospital. Also, that after 6 months you do not need to use a baby monitor. That is what the experts say but..........

I have tried putting him in his own room at night and I freak out. Mind you I am very deep sleeper, my husband usually has to wake me up for the baby. So I am paranoid. My husband on the other hand has no problem with letting him sleep in his room as long as the monitir is on. SO pretty much there is a difference of opionion.

This is what I think, has your child had any problems sleeping? has your child given you any reason to give you cause for alarm? If No, then the answers is when YOU are ready. You need to be able to get a full nights rest [or you know the best amount you can get] without worrying about your little one.
If yes, wait until those problems resolve themselves first.

But, a litte unsolicitated parental advice that I am just learning......The longer you wait the worse it is going to be. Not just for you but also for your little ones. Babies are learning so much everyday at night they want to sleep where they are comfortable and change leads to long hours of crying, sometimes.

Just be prepared for whatever you chose to do. Look at the website if you get frustrated, they have hundreds of articles when it comes to children and babies sleeping,eating, dressing, walking,teething, gas problems, etc. and where and how on those things.
Good luck.

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Can babies have nightmares?

Mommyto2

My 7 month daughter usually "talks" a little bit when getting up in the middle of the night to nurse. Last night TWICE she woke up screaming (which has happened before BUT...), but not just any scream, it was shrieking as if someone hurt her. I RAN to her thinking she was hurt, but as soon as I picked her up she was okay after a couple more tears. She is also teething her top teeth now, so it could be that. Its just a scream I have never heard before...
Christopher- I didnt think I had to say no ignorant answers, but of course you added one. Please...be serious people.
SGElite- speak with her??? She is 7 months old, she cant tell me whats wrong! Her room is set at 68* and she has footie pjs on...shes not cold

Answer
Hi - yes babies of this age can start to have night tremors. Check out the site, www.babycenter.com or www.parents.com and search on night tremors. Both of my sons had them and they would let out this god awful shriek in the middle of the night - it was typically very quick and often less than two or three actual shrieks in a given night. With my first son, I didn't know what they were so of course I ran into his room each time, and rocked him in my arms for a bit - usually ended up in waking him up and then became difficult to put him back in his crib. With my 2nd son, the first time I heard them I looked at our monitor which has a visual display and saw that he was fine, asleep and I left him be - I did not run into his room like I did with our 1st son. He eventually outgrew them by the time he was 9 - 10 months old. Google it too and you'll find a lot of articles on the topic, it's very common. Good luck!

When should a baby start sleeping alone in a bedroom of his own?

Greek_Warr

Answer
My son is 7 months old and some time for naps he sleeps in his room in is crib but at night......he is in our bedroom in his playpen. I have read on my favorite childcare website Baby Center [ www.babycenter.com ] that doctors say that baby's can sleep in there own room as of the first night home from the hospital. Also, that after 6 months you do not need to use a baby monitor. That is what the experts say but..........

I have tried putting him in his own room at night and I freak out. Mind you I am very deep sleeper, my husband usually has to wake me up for the baby. So I am paranoid. My husband on the other hand has no problem with letting him sleep in his room as long as the monitir is on. SO pretty much there is a difference of opionion.

This is what I think, has your child had any problems sleeping? has your child given you any reason to give you cause for alarm? If No, then the answers is when YOU are ready. You need to be able to get a full nights rest [or you know the best amount you can get] without worrying about your little one.
If yes, wait until those problems resolve themselves first.

But, a litte unsolicitated parental advice that I am just learning......The longer you wait the worse it is going to be. Not just for you but also for your little ones. Babies are learning so much everyday at night they want to sleep where they are comfortable and change leads to long hours of crying, sometimes.

Just be prepared for whatever you chose to do. Look at the website if you get frustrated, they have hundreds of articles when it comes to children and babies sleeping,eating, dressing, walking,teething, gas problems, etc. and where and how on those things.
Good luck.

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trouble trying to conceive baby number one!?!?!?

what's it

my fiance and i have been having unprotected sex for about four years now, we aren't "trying," but we aren't not trying.. i heard that even if you perfectly time your ovulation, you only have a 25% of conceiving each month..

i did have one miscarriage before, so i think i CAN get pregnant, well anyway i am hoping!

can anyone direct me to some good websites other than www.twoweekwait.com and www.fertilityfriend.com.. i've also been to www.babycenter.com or give me some advice on how to start "trying" to conceive.. some things i have been doing differently:

1. taking a multivitamin.
2. no caffeine - aka no sodas, coffee, caffinated teas, etc.
3. dieting and exercisting, trying to lose weight.

is there anything else i should be doing? i'm a 21 year old, so i should be perfectly fine with lots of time left on the biological clock! thanks guys!
exercisting?? what am i thinking! lol

sorry about that.. i didn't spell check! sorry!

Answer
Have sex three times a week.

Having regular sex is the best way to get pregnant. Couples often try to time everything perfectly for ovulation but do not have sex when they think they are not ovulating. It is true that sex that is not within the time of ovulation will not result in pregnancy. However, because women do not always ovulate when they think they will, having sex three times a week will help to a woman cover her bases, so to speak, and not miss an opportunity to get pregnant.

2. Use an ovulation prediction kit or fertility monitor.

Using an ovulation kit to predict when you are ovulating will improve your chances of getting pregnant. For many women charting or other methods of ovulation prediction are too confusing. Ovulation prediction kits work by reading LH surges prior to ovulation. They are relatively easy to use and are generally accurate for predicting ovulation. Fertility monitors, such as the Clear Blue Easy monitor, are also a worthwhile investment if you would like to get pregnant faster. Fertility monitors are similar to ovulation prediction kits in that they read changes in LH but they also read changes in other hormones and donât require any guesswork for couples. They are easy to use and will tell you when the best time to get pregnant is.

3. Have sex before ovulation (not after).

Sometimes couples get confused about the best time to have sex in relationship to ovulation. You have a small window of time each month to get pregnant. After a woman ovulates the egg will survive approximately 24 hours. Sperm, on the other hand, will live for up to three to five days. This is why having sex two to three days before ovulation will increase your chances of getting pregnant. Donât wait until the day you ovulate to have sex. Your partnerâs sperm will last longer than your egg and you donât want to miss an opportunity by waiting.

4. Donât rely on the Calendar method for predicting ovulation.

A lot of couples have heard to have sex around day fourteen of your cycle. This is based on the calendar method and assumes that you have a regular 28-day cycle and ovulate mid-cycle. Although this is better than just picking an arbitrary day to have sex, it is not a very accurate way to predict when you ovulate. Many women do not ovulate on day fourteen and knowing precisely when you ovulate will help you time intercourse better. Ovulation prediction kits, looking at previous months bbt charts, or watching for body cues will help you to determine when you ovulate.

5. Charting may not be the best way to predict ovulation.

Charting is great for tracking your cycle but it does have disadvantages. By the time you can see ovulation on a bbt chart, you have already ovulated. It is good to chart so you can track your cycles, see if you ovulate the same time each month, and also so you can look back on your cycle and see if you timed things right. But if this is your first cycle trying to get pregnant or if you are not ovulating at the same time each month, an ovulation prediction kit would be more helpful.

6. See a doctor before you start trying to get pregnant.
Make sure you are in good health and have had a regular check up from your OBGYN or medical provider. Untreated infections, sexually transmitted diseases, or poor health can affect your chances of getting pregnant. Its good to see a doctor as well as start taking prenatal vitamins prior to trying to conceive.

7. Donât smoke, drink alcohol, or abuse drugs when trying to get pregnant.
This may seem like common sense but many women do try to get pregnant while smoking, drinking or using drugs. Smoking, drugs, and alcohol can affect your fertility. It will also affect your unborn child. It is important to stop smoking or using drugs and alcohol before getting pregnant and not wait until you find out you are pregnant.

8. Have enjoyable sex.

Sometimes when couples are trying to conceive, sex becomes a job or function of reproduction and is not as enjoyable. Plan a romantic evening or try something different to spice things up. How you are feeling sexually may factor into your chances of getting pregnant. Some researchers believe that having an orgasm during sex increases your chances of getting pregnant. For women, the spasmic movements of orgasm will help pull the sperm into the uterus and for men a better orgasm may increase the manâs sperm count.

9. Have sex in positions that keep sperm inside the vagina longer.

The missionary position is a good position to use when trying to get pregnant. Avoid positions where the woman is on top. Gravity will allow sperm to leak out with these positions. Also try placing a pillow under your hips to help tilt your pelvis and keep the sperm in longer. Donât get up right after sex. Try to relax and allow the sperm to stay in the vagina as long as possible.

10. There is no such thing as trying too hard to get pregnant.
Most couples get pregnant within a year of trying. If you have not gotten pregnant within a year consult your doctor for advice.

Does gestational diabetes affect the baby?

SMART BOY

My wife is pregnant in her 7th month. However, she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. It's our first baby. Does this mean that the baby might have diabetes,too? and is she gonna have a cesarean operation? how can she lower sugar in her blood. PLEASE HELP

Answer
How does having gestational diabetes affect my pregnancy?
These days, most women who develop diabetes during pregnancy go on to have healthy babies. Your practitioner will monitor you closely and you'll most likely be able to keep your blood sugar levels under control with diet and exercise, and by getting insulin shots if you need them. But poorly controlled diabetes can have serious consequences for you and your baby.
http://www.babycenter.com/0_gestational-diabetes_2058.bc#articlesection3

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What are the most important things I will need boy my baby girl when she finally arrives?

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perla jacq

First time mom... I don't have a lot of things for my baby girl yet but I don't want to buy things that are not really needed or will be used. Can someone please help me by giving me a list of the most important things I will need for my baby. Thank you I appreciate it.:D

Answer
diapers wipes, onesies, sleepers bibs scratch mites crib crib sheet, stroller, car seat, bottles(formula feed), swaddling blankets, face cloths, breast pads(breast feeding), thermometer (i find the ear one is best) soothers, baby monitor. if you want the luxuries then there is baby swing, mobile, diaper gene
after about 5 months teething rings, exersaucer, rattles
also if it is winter a snow suite, car seat cover
and here is a website just in case i missed anything
http://community.babycenter.com/post/a14485805/baby_needs_list...for_1st_time_moms

What is the best web site to monitor your babys development week by week?

brat

Please help...Im having a hard time trying to find a good web site that shows the development of my baby week by week...Im looking for one with lots of pictures and lots of information.....Anything will help thak you!!!

Answer
babycenter.com

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How bad is it to not sterilize bottles or water for infant formula?

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Susan S

I have a 9 week old daughter who I breastfeed but supplement with formula 1 oz to 3 oz daily. I JUST READ at BabyCenter.com that the water is supposed to be boiled first when making powdered formula but we've NEVER done this. We use filtered tap water. I also never boiled her bottles in water before first use -- only washed them in hot soapy water. My daughter has been healthy. But what have I put her at risk for?

I can't believe this would be so important that no one told me I had to do this. Is sterilizing water that important or just another suggestion out there?

We have community water ... a well that feeds the community and is monitored by a private company. We use a filter on our tap too.
I am waiting for a call back from my pediatrician...
I supplement due to a low milk supply. Yes, I pump, using a Medela Doubl Electric Pump. I also take Fenugreek and Blessed Thistle. Please just answer the question.

Answer
No you haven't put her at risk. My baby's doctor told me that giving her regular water from the tap helps build up immunities. I was using nursery water for the first few months and still do here and there. I didn't boil my bottles either just washed them in hot water as well. So far she seems to be doing fine no problems. I think its just a suggestion to sterilize things. I had a friend who sterilized everything that had to do with her baby for the first year. That baby is now allergic to everything and is always sick.. If your really worried about using tap water just buy Nursery water with added Fluoride. Hope this helps
mother of 2 girls 4months 9years

When should a baby start sleeping alone in a bedroom of his own?

Greek_Warr

Answer
My son is 7 months old and some time for naps he sleeps in his room in is crib but at night......he is in our bedroom in his playpen. I have read on my favorite childcare website Baby Center [ www.babycenter.com ] that doctors say that baby's can sleep in there own room as of the first night home from the hospital. Also, that after 6 months you do not need to use a baby monitor. That is what the experts say but..........

I have tried putting him in his own room at night and I freak out. Mind you I am very deep sleeper, my husband usually has to wake me up for the baby. So I am paranoid. My husband on the other hand has no problem with letting him sleep in his room as long as the monitir is on. SO pretty much there is a difference of opionion.

This is what I think, has your child had any problems sleeping? has your child given you any reason to give you cause for alarm? If No, then the answers is when YOU are ready. You need to be able to get a full nights rest [or you know the best amount you can get] without worrying about your little one.
If yes, wait until those problems resolve themselves first.

But, a litte unsolicitated parental advice that I am just learning......The longer you wait the worse it is going to be. Not just for you but also for your little ones. Babies are learning so much everyday at night they want to sleep where they are comfortable and change leads to long hours of crying, sometimes.

Just be prepared for whatever you chose to do. Look at the website if you get frustrated, they have hundreds of articles when it comes to children and babies sleeping,eating, dressing, walking,teething, gas problems, etc. and where and how on those things.
Good luck.

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When should a baby start sleeping alone in a bedroom of his own?

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Greek_Warr

Answer
My son is 7 months old and some time for naps he sleeps in his room in is crib but at night......he is in our bedroom in his playpen. I have read on my favorite childcare website Baby Center [ www.babycenter.com ] that doctors say that baby's can sleep in there own room as of the first night home from the hospital. Also, that after 6 months you do not need to use a baby monitor. That is what the experts say but..........

I have tried putting him in his own room at night and I freak out. Mind you I am very deep sleeper, my husband usually has to wake me up for the baby. So I am paranoid. My husband on the other hand has no problem with letting him sleep in his room as long as the monitir is on. SO pretty much there is a difference of opionion.

This is what I think, has your child had any problems sleeping? has your child given you any reason to give you cause for alarm? If No, then the answers is when YOU are ready. You need to be able to get a full nights rest [or you know the best amount you can get] without worrying about your little one.
If yes, wait until those problems resolve themselves first.

But, a litte unsolicitated parental advice that I am just learning......The longer you wait the worse it is going to be. Not just for you but also for your little ones. Babies are learning so much everyday at night they want to sleep where they are comfortable and change leads to long hours of crying, sometimes.

Just be prepared for whatever you chose to do. Look at the website if you get frustrated, they have hundreds of articles when it comes to children and babies sleeping,eating, dressing, walking,teething, gas problems, etc. and where and how on those things.
Good luck.

How to prepare for a baby?

amber

In general regardless of the sex what will I need to prepare for a baby? Roughly how much will it cost for decent supplies, furniture, etc. Thanks tons

Answer
I found this site: http://www.babycenter.com/baby-cost-calculator .... it works.

or this site is helpful too: http://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/08/budgeting-for-baby.asp

It says:

To get out and about you will most likely want to purchase a stroller, an infant car seat (required by law), a diaper bag, portable play pen and baby carrier. Total: $400 or more

To keep your little prince or princess occupied you may want to consider a portable swing, "bouncy seat," play mat and/or jump seat. Total: $200 or more

To begin, you will want to have a crib and/or bassinet, crib mattress, basic bedding and blankets, changing table, small dresser, rocking chair, monitor and diaper pail. Total: $1,100 or more

You'll spend a good amount of time and money feeding baby in the first year. Main items to purchase are bottles and equipment (nipples, brush), bibs, a highchair, utensils and burp cloths. Total: $200 or more (Note: If you're planning to breastfeed, add $200 for nursing items, such as a breast pump, nursing pillow and milk storage.)

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How bad is it to not sterilize bottles or water for infant formula?

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Susan S

I have a 9 week old daughter who I breastfeed but supplement with formula 1 oz to 3 oz daily. I JUST READ at BabyCenter.com that the water is supposed to be boiled first when making powdered formula but we've NEVER done this. We use filtered tap water. I also never boiled her bottles in water before first use -- only washed them in hot soapy water. My daughter has been healthy. But what have I put her at risk for?

I can't believe this would be so important that no one told me I had to do this. Is sterilizing water that important or just another suggestion out there?

We have community water ... a well that feeds the community and is monitored by a private company. We use a filter on our tap too.
I am waiting for a call back from my pediatrician...
I supplement due to a low milk supply. Yes, I pump, using a Medela Doubl Electric Pump. I also take Fenugreek and Blessed Thistle. Please just answer the question.

Answer
No you haven't put her at risk. My baby's doctor told me that giving her regular water from the tap helps build up immunities. I was using nursery water for the first few months and still do here and there. I didn't boil my bottles either just washed them in hot water as well. So far she seems to be doing fine no problems. I think its just a suggestion to sterilize things. I had a friend who sterilized everything that had to do with her baby for the first year. That baby is now allergic to everything and is always sick.. If your really worried about using tap water just buy Nursery water with added Fluoride. Hope this helps
mother of 2 girls 4months 9years

When should a baby start sleeping alone in a bedroom of his own?

Greek_Warr

Answer
My son is 7 months old and some time for naps he sleeps in his room in is crib but at night......he is in our bedroom in his playpen. I have read on my favorite childcare website Baby Center [ www.babycenter.com ] that doctors say that baby's can sleep in there own room as of the first night home from the hospital. Also, that after 6 months you do not need to use a baby monitor. That is what the experts say but..........

I have tried putting him in his own room at night and I freak out. Mind you I am very deep sleeper, my husband usually has to wake me up for the baby. So I am paranoid. My husband on the other hand has no problem with letting him sleep in his room as long as the monitir is on. SO pretty much there is a difference of opionion.

This is what I think, has your child had any problems sleeping? has your child given you any reason to give you cause for alarm? If No, then the answers is when YOU are ready. You need to be able to get a full nights rest [or you know the best amount you can get] without worrying about your little one.
If yes, wait until those problems resolve themselves first.

But, a litte unsolicitated parental advice that I am just learning......The longer you wait the worse it is going to be. Not just for you but also for your little ones. Babies are learning so much everyday at night they want to sleep where they are comfortable and change leads to long hours of crying, sometimes.

Just be prepared for whatever you chose to do. Look at the website if you get frustrated, they have hundreds of articles when it comes to children and babies sleeping,eating, dressing, walking,teething, gas problems, etc. and where and how on those things.
Good luck.

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How to prepare for a baby?

best baby monitor babycenter image

amber

In general regardless of the sex what will I need to prepare for a baby? Roughly how much will it cost for decent supplies, furniture, etc. Thanks tons

Answer
I found this site: http://www.babycenter.com/baby-cost-calculator .... it works.

or this site is helpful too: http://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/08/budgeting-for-baby.asp

It says:

To get out and about you will most likely want to purchase a stroller, an infant car seat (required by law), a diaper bag, portable play pen and baby carrier. Total: $400 or more

To keep your little prince or princess occupied you may want to consider a portable swing, "bouncy seat," play mat and/or jump seat. Total: $200 or more

To begin, you will want to have a crib and/or bassinet, crib mattress, basic bedding and blankets, changing table, small dresser, rocking chair, monitor and diaper pail. Total: $1,100 or more

You'll spend a good amount of time and money feeding baby in the first year. Main items to purchase are bottles and equipment (nipples, brush), bibs, a highchair, utensils and burp cloths. Total: $200 or more (Note: If you're planning to breastfeed, add $200 for nursing items, such as a breast pump, nursing pillow and milk storage.)

How can I get my eleven month old to sleep at night?

Missy Mage

What can I do to get him to bed earlier? He doesn't have much of a set schedule because of my work schedule. I've tried all sorts of cry it out methods, but he gets so upset that he throws up everywhere! He refuses pacifiers, bottles don't put him to sleep anymore, rocking him doesn't work. And God forbid I lay him down in the crib! He just stands up and starts screaming. I've tried reading to him, he just gets excited and wants to "read" too. I've tried singing, but that upsets him.(Probably because I'm a horrible singer haha) I'm running out of ideas and running on very little sleep! Is there any advice that could help?

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- You can try to keep him up during the day. Far go naps and keep him active. He was bill really tired (as will you).
- Do you have a night time routine? These work well for many moms. Usually a bath before bedtime, a night time story or both.
- How about a favorite toy? Plush? Both my children loves this musical seahorse. I forget the brand. It plays lullabies, and its stomach is easy for baby to start.

As my babies got into tot-hood, like yours they refused sleep. I had a lot of those multi sound and light toys that strap to the crib. I would turn one on to start them out, turn out the lights and run. They would still cry for about 5 minutes, then play with them, then later I would be able to check the monitor one last time before heading to bed.

I used babycenter.com. They have pros and just regular moms answering questions in their forums. I found it helpful. There are also a few other sites.

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How bad is it to not sterilize bottles or water for infant formula?

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Susan S

I have a 9 week old daughter who I breastfeed but supplement with formula 1 oz to 3 oz daily. I JUST READ at BabyCenter.com that the water is supposed to be boiled first when making powdered formula but we've NEVER done this. We use filtered tap water. I also never boiled her bottles in water before first use -- only washed them in hot soapy water. My daughter has been healthy. But what have I put her at risk for?

I can't believe this would be so important that no one told me I had to do this. Is sterilizing water that important or just another suggestion out there?

We have community water ... a well that feeds the community and is monitored by a private company. We use a filter on our tap too.
I am waiting for a call back from my pediatrician...
I supplement due to a low milk supply. Yes, I pump, using a Medela Doubl Electric Pump. I also take Fenugreek and Blessed Thistle. Please just answer the question.

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No you haven't put her at risk. My baby's doctor told me that giving her regular water from the tap helps build up immunities. I was using nursery water for the first few months and still do here and there. I didn't boil my bottles either just washed them in hot water as well. So far she seems to be doing fine no problems. I think its just a suggestion to sterilize things. I had a friend who sterilized everything that had to do with her baby for the first year. That baby is now allergic to everything and is always sick.. If your really worried about using tap water just buy Nursery water with added Fluoride. Hope this helps
mother of 2 girls 4months 9years

When should a baby start sleeping alone in a bedroom of his own?

Greek_Warr

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My son is 7 months old and some time for naps he sleeps in his room in is crib but at night......he is in our bedroom in his playpen. I have read on my favorite childcare website Baby Center [ www.babycenter.com ] that doctors say that baby's can sleep in there own room as of the first night home from the hospital. Also, that after 6 months you do not need to use a baby monitor. That is what the experts say but..........

I have tried putting him in his own room at night and I freak out. Mind you I am very deep sleeper, my husband usually has to wake me up for the baby. So I am paranoid. My husband on the other hand has no problem with letting him sleep in his room as long as the monitir is on. SO pretty much there is a difference of opionion.

This is what I think, has your child had any problems sleeping? has your child given you any reason to give you cause for alarm? If No, then the answers is when YOU are ready. You need to be able to get a full nights rest [or you know the best amount you can get] without worrying about your little one.
If yes, wait until those problems resolve themselves first.

But, a litte unsolicitated parental advice that I am just learning......The longer you wait the worse it is going to be. Not just for you but also for your little ones. Babies are learning so much everyday at night they want to sleep where they are comfortable and change leads to long hours of crying, sometimes.

Just be prepared for whatever you chose to do. Look at the website if you get frustrated, they have hundreds of articles when it comes to children and babies sleeping,eating, dressing, walking,teething, gas problems, etc. and where and how on those things.
Good luck.

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What kind of diet is for Gestational Diabetes?

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Michelle

I think I have the worst doctor. He told me today I have gestational diabetes and asked the nurse to give me some dietary education, but then everyone disappeared and I didn't get any education at all. I've never had this before and have no clue what to do! All they told me was that diabetes can be controlled with diet and exercise.... but no info on the kind of diet. we're going into a holiday weekend so I know I won't get any appointments with dieticians or specialists until next week or the week after at the earliest. Meanwhile, do you guys have any suggestions of simple foods to eat/diets to follow? Am I supposed to avoid sugar totally?
P.S. I am so angry at my doctor, and feel really guilty about having diabetes. Any suggestions on how to cope would be great!

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Here are some general guidelines:

⢠Eat a variety of foods, distributing calories and carbohydrates evenly throughout the day. Make sure both your meals and your snacks are balanced. The American Diabetes Association recommends that you eat three small-to-moderate-sized meals and two to four snacks every day, including an after-dinner snack. Although your meal plan may contain fewer carbs than you normally eat, complex carbohydrates should continue to provide most of your calories.

⢠Don't skip meals. Be consistent about when you eat them and the amount of food you eat at each one. Your blood sugar will remain more stable if your food is distributed evenly throughout the day and consistently from day to day.

⢠Eat a good breakfast. Your blood glucose levels are most likely to be out of whack in the morning. To keep your level in a healthy range, you may have to limit carbohydrates (breads, cereal, fruit, and milk), boost your protein intake, and possibly avoid fruit and juice altogether.

⢠Include high-fiber foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain breads and cereals, and dried peas, beans, and legumes. These foods are broken down and absorbed more slowly than simple carbohydrates, which may help keep your blood sugar levels from going too high after meals.

⢠Limit your intake of foods and beverages that contain simple sugars such as soda, fruit juice, flavored teas, and most desserts â or avoid them altogether. These foods can quickly elevate your blood sugar. Ask your healthcare practitioner about using foods sweetened with an artificial sweetener if you need a sweet fix.

⢠Milk is high in lactose, a simple sugar, so if you drink more than two or three glasses a day, you may need to limit the amount you drink and find an alternative source of calcium. If you're looking for a new beverage of choice, try club soda with a squeeze of lemon or orange, or unsweetened decaffeinated iced tea.

Moderately increasing your activity level is also a good way to help keep your blood glucose levels at normal levels. Again, speak with your diabetes educator or practitioner about the right amount and intensity of exercise for you.

http://www.babycenter.com/400_what-type-of-diet-should-i-follow-if-i-have-gestational-diab_505181_1000.bc?Ad=com.bc.common.AdInfo%405157f6a2


I really think you should see another doctor if possible. Gestational diabets can be very serious to you and your baby. I had gestational with my last son. My doctor sent me home with a glucose monitor (which you should REALLY have) and had a dieticain come to my house to go over a personalized diet plan for me. I also had to test my glucose 4 times a day and call it in to the doctors office (of corse it was automatied, but at least they kept CLOSE watch on my results) and test my urine once a day int he mornings. I think you are very justified in feeling angry. This is nothing you did and this is your baby and you are just trying to care for it!! Please find someone who cares about your baby as much as you do....or at least acts like it!! lol I wish you the best!! good luck to you and your baby!! :)

Websites for tips on trying to conceive?

Q. Does anyone know of any websites with tips and helpful tools on trying to conceive?

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I'm going to give you a few websites that cover different aspects of conception.

http://www.babyzone.com
http://www.babycenter.com
http://www.webmd.com
All have good articles and topics on trying to conceive.

When ttc I would suggest charting your bbt (basal body temp)- a website that does it all for you is:
http://www.fertilityfriend.com

I would also suggest buying some if the CBE home ovulation tests with a smily face as a result or the Clear Blue Easy Fertility Monitor depending on how long you've been trying. They both would help you detect when you are ovulating and have helped me figure out when I need to use the next product to make the conception process alot easier.

A really good product to use when ttc is preseed when you are ovulating. You can read more about it at http://www.preseed.com
It basically helps the sperm get where they need to go alot easier. Alot of women swear by this product and you can read about that and many other things on:

http://www.twoweekwait.com - Love this website!!!
http://www.justformommies.com

Good Luck and lots of baby wishes to you! Happy Holidays!

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What are the most important things I will need boy my baby girl when she finally arrives?

Q. First time mom... I don't have a lot of things for my baby girl yet but I don't want to buy things that are not really needed or will be used. Can someone please help me by giving me a list of the most important things I will need for my baby. Thank you I appreciate it.:D

A. diapers wipes, onesies, sleepers bibs scratch mites crib crib sheet, stroller, car seat, bottles(formula feed), swaddling blankets, face cloths, breast pads(breast feeding), thermometer (i find the ear one is best) soothers, baby monitor. if you want the luxuries then there is baby swing, mobile, diaper gene
after about 5 months teething rings, exersaucer, rattles
also if it is winter a snow suite, car seat cover
and here is a website just in case i missed anything
http://community.babycenter.com/post/a14485805/baby_needs_list...for_1st_time_moms

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What kind of diet is for Gestational Diabetes?

Q. I think I have the worst doctor. He told me today I have gestational diabetes and asked the nurse to give me some dietary education, but then everyone disappeared and I didn't get any education at all. I've never had this before and have no clue what to do! All they told me was that diabetes can be controlled with diet and exercise.... but no info on the kind of diet. we're going into a holiday weekend so I know I won't get any appointments with dieticians or specialists until next week or the week after at the earliest. Meanwhile, do you guys have any suggestions of simple foods to eat/diets to follow? Am I supposed to avoid sugar totally?
P.S. I am so angry at my doctor, and feel really guilty about having diabetes. Any suggestions on how to cope would be great!

A. Here are some general guidelines:

• Eat a variety of foods, distributing calories and carbohydrates evenly throughout the day. Make sure both your meals and your snacks are balanced. The American Diabetes Association recommends that you eat three small-to-moderate-sized meals and two to four snacks every day, including an after-dinner snack. Although your meal plan may contain fewer carbs than you normally eat, complex carbohydrates should continue to provide most of your calories.

• Don't skip meals. Be consistent about when you eat them and the amount of food you eat at each one. Your blood sugar will remain more stable if your food is distributed evenly throughout the day and consistently from day to day.

• Eat a good breakfast. Your blood glucose levels are most likely to be out of whack in the morning. To keep your level in a healthy range, you may have to limit carbohydrates (breads, cereal, fruit, and milk), boost your protein intake, and possibly avoid fruit and juice altogether.

• Include high-fiber foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain breads and cereals, and dried peas, beans, and legumes. These foods are broken down and absorbed more slowly than simple carbohydrates, which may help keep your blood sugar levels from going too high after meals.

• Limit your intake of foods and beverages that contain simple sugars such as soda, fruit juice, flavored teas, and most desserts — or avoid them altogether. These foods can quickly elevate your blood sugar. Ask your healthcare practitioner about using foods sweetened with an artificial sweetener if you need a sweet fix.

• Milk is high in lactose, a simple sugar, so if you drink more than two or three glasses a day, you may need to limit the amount you drink and find an alternative source of calcium. If you're looking for a new beverage of choice, try club soda with a squeeze of lemon or orange, or unsweetened decaffeinated iced tea.

Moderately increasing your activity level is also a good way to help keep your blood glucose levels at normal levels. Again, speak with your diabetes educator or practitioner about the right amount and intensity of exercise for you.

http://www.babycenter.com/400_what-type-of-diet-should-i-follow-if-i-have-gestational-diab_505181_1000.bc?Ad=com.bc.common.AdInfo%405157f6a2


I really think you should see another doctor if possible. Gestational diabets can be very serious to you and your baby. I had gestational with my last son. My doctor sent me home with a glucose monitor (which you should REALLY have) and had a dieticain come to my house to go over a personalized diet plan for me. I also had to test my glucose 4 times a day and call it in to the doctors office (of corse it was automatied, but at least they kept CLOSE watch on my results) and test my urine once a day int he mornings. I think you are very justified in feeling angry. This is nothing you did and this is your baby and you are just trying to care for it!! Please find someone who cares about your baby as much as you do....or at least acts like it!! lol I wish you the best!! good luck to you and your baby!! :)

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Websites for tips on trying to conceive?

Q. Does anyone know of any websites with tips and helpful tools on trying to conceive?

A. I'm going to give you a few websites that cover different aspects of conception.

http://www.babyzone.com
http://www.babycenter.com
http://www.webmd.com
All have good articles and topics on trying to conceive.

When ttc I would suggest charting your bbt (basal body temp)- a website that does it all for you is:
http://www.fertilityfriend.com

I would also suggest buying some if the CBE home ovulation tests with a smily face as a result or the Clear Blue Easy Fertility Monitor depending on how long you've been trying. They both would help you detect when you are ovulating and have helped me figure out when I need to use the next product to make the conception process alot easier.

A really good product to use when ttc is preseed when you are ovulating. You can read more about it at http://www.preseed.com
It basically helps the sperm get where they need to go alot easier. Alot of women swear by this product and you can read about that and many other things on:

http://www.twoweekwait.com - Love this website!!!
http://www.justformommies.com

Good Luck and lots of baby wishes to you! Happy Holidays!

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What time is it best to conceive?

Q. We been trying hard to have a baby but its not walking out,maybe we dont calculate well,pls help out.

A. There are two ways to check for ovulation - predictor kits or basal body temperature.

A basal body temperature (BBT) chart can tell you when you have already ovulated. Your basal body temperature and cervical mucus reflect your progesterone level, which is close to zero before you ovulate and rises dramatically after ovulation. When your progesterone level rises, so does your temperature, giving you a sign that you have ovulated.

A BBT chart tells you something about when you ovulated in a particular month, but it can't tell you exactly when to have sex that month. You have to chart your BBT for a few months and spot a pattern in your cycle before you can use it to predict when you're most fertile.

An ovulation predictor kit is like a pregnancy test (pee on a stick) and it will turn color the day before you ovulate, indicating a surge in hormones. This surge is what causes your ovary to release an egg. An ovulation kit increases your chances of conceiving by enabling you to time sex to within a day of the surge.

An ovulation predictor kit can give you advanced warning of ovulation the first month you use it. The main drawback to the kits is that they can be expensive. You can get one time kits with 7 days of tests ($10-$20) which you start based on the schedule in the package. Or you can purchase a ovulation monitor (around $250) which you can use again and again, but you will need to purchase supplies for the monitor.

Please note that both ovulation predictor kits and basal body temperature/cervical mucus charts may not work with some people.

Here is a link on how to create a basal body temperature chart:
http://www.babycenter.com/general/toolsc...

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What is a good site to monitor your pregnancy on

Q. You know like where it tells you what's happening week by week and how the baby is growing etc.

A. www.babycenter.com is the best, you can sign up and every week, you get an email of exactly whats going on!!

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