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[ - ] i'm 36 wks pg, i've gained 26 lbs and my baby only weighs an estimated 5.5 lbs. Since my weight gain has been average, does the baby's small size mean I wasn't eating nutritious enough food? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.20.08, 07:10 AM Flag
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No, some babies don't gain as much for a variety of reasons, it can even has something to do with the baby's position within the placenta. My baby was born at 36 weeks at 4.15 lbs - he was just fine. He's still on the small side but fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:00 AM Flag
[ - ] Have a cold + 102 fever. I work and have a 2yo. Should I ask DH to come back early from his golf trip or tough it out? He gets back Sunday night and has been away since Wednesday. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:05 AM Flag
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can youy get family or friends to help? how far away is he? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:06 AM Flag
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:07 AM Flag
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Any way the nanny can help over the weekend? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:08 AM Flag
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No, she is moving so zero chance or else I'd ask her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:18 AM Flag
[ - ] i just found out a parent of my son's friend from preschool has colon cancer. she is 34 and it is stage 4 and spread to her liver. i feel so sad for them. i know this is very serious, but can she recover at this point? i hope so she has two sweet kids under 4. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:01 AM Flag
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ugh so sad. A parent with colon cancer in my dc class died this yr. The parent was maybe 39 yr old. From the time parent was stage 4 to the day they died..it was maybe 6mo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:04 AM Flag
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we are not really friends, but i feel so terribly sad for them. she was diagnosed in april. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:05 AM Flag
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I really didn't know this parent well either (new to the class) but you still can't help but feel the pain the family is going through. The parents were just there for the spouse in any way we could (lend an ear, playdates, ect) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:07 AM Flag
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Tragic to hear things like this. Can you reach out to the family in any way? Offer to help w/ kids if needed? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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oh that is so terrible. sorry to hear that news. i didn't know colon cancer affected younger people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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This is my MIL's situation, although she's much older. We have not discussed the life expectancy, but it's not good. She's had surgery and will be on chemo for the rest of her life. I hate hearing about young parenst getting ill like this - just so sad. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:32 AM Flag
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a guy i work with (about same age) has it. been through chemo twice in the past 2 years. seems to beat it back. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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My 24 yr old nephew was recently diagnosed and we have a complex family history. Chemo is hard and helpful but spirit and diet are equal. Visit garynull.com for info. Colon cancer is classified as an untreatable cancer in the progressed stages but her youth is a huge plus. I have a niece(detected in her 20's during c-section!)whose 1st chemo didn't stop the rapacious spread and it escalated tremendously. After MAJOR surgery, more chemo and RADICAL dietary and lifestyle change -she's over 8 years in remission and is the happy young mother of 2 amazing boys! NoONE can tell you if you can or can't beat cancer-no matter how bad it is...Best of Luck to your friend and all whom love her. Be positive and strong! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 10:39 AM Flag
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When my father's first detection occurred, he was 43; that was considered young, 35 yrs ago. This unfortunate legacy has so far, skipped our generation and attacked our children-decades younger. Awareness of colon cancer, screening and prevention are the best weapons- even when no family history exists. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 10:44 AM Flag
[ - ] Trader Joes Coffee Blast ice cream is amazing. Just letting you know 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:01 AM Flag
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oh thanks for telling me. i shop there a lot. but i've always raved about how starbucks coffee ice cream is the best. so now i must try TJs. I bet it's about 1/4 the price too. i'm going now! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:23 AM Flag
[ - ] I just switched my 1yr old to whole milk and after a two days he's developed a pretty bad inflamation in his diaper area - he's never had any problems with BM or milk based formula...could it still be a milk allergy? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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obviously [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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Then why wouldn't he react to milk based formula? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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bc milk based isn't the same as milk. like formula and yogurt and cheese aren't the same as milk. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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np: my dds both were born with a milk allergy and they reacted to any sort of milk based product..even the milk protein in my breast milk. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:05 AM Flag
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that's interesting but some ppl can tolerate milk products but not milk bc it's processed differently [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:08 AM Flag
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If I were OP I would put a call into the ped and see what they think [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:09 AM Flag
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like below poster said, some pp can tolerate milke based things but not straight milk. which is why you can introduce cheese & yogurt before age 1 but not milk. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:19 PM Flag
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when we switched dcs, we mixed milk and formula for about 1 month, to wean. the milk was not easy to digest at first but fine after a few weeks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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Is he having diarrhea too or just a red bum? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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Red bum [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:07 AM Flag
[ - ] closest beach to NYC I can drive to today with dcs? help please 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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Jones [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:56 AM Flag
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depends where you are in nyc? northern manhattan, you may be better off to CT or Long Island. West side, maybe head south to NJ. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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Long Beach, Jones Beach. I wouldn't go to Brooklyn..beaches are nasty [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:00 AM Flag
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Long Beach [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:01 AM Flag
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is there a specific part of long beach that is better than others? do you need a permit to park? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:03 AM Flag
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Drive past Jones Beach on the Robert Moses causeway through Captree State Park(it's all on the same long road). Pass Jones and Gilgo beaches until a small sign on your right for Cedar Beach. Make that right. It's a Babylon town beach and parking w/out a town permit is $10- well worth it for the gorgeous ocean , piping plover sanctuary, playground, shower and shelter for breaks and picnic if you like. 80 minutes from UWS. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 10:51 AM Flag
[ - ] Please be honest - when did you stop breastfeeding? It is truly making me crazy (my one side is at least 5x the size of my other side and my body continues to hurt), but I will feel guilty if I stop...Baby is 6 wks 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.20.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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I stopped both times at 5wks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:01 AM Flag
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Haven't stopped yet but I plan to at 14 weeks when I go back to work. My job just does not allow time for pumping. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:06 AM Flag
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I often wonder what women who can pump at work do for a living. My office offers "pumping rooms" in the nurse's office. But they are always empty. No one actually has the time to leave their desk to go pump. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:53 PM Flag
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me too! I always wondered that! I ended up not going back to work and this was actually a factor. I thought about my office but then realized that the door didn't lock. HR suggested the bathrooms!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 06:34 AM Flag
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nonresponsive answer but did you talk to a lactation consultant - they can give some really practical and helpful advice (and to answer your question, I'm still nursing my 2 1/2 you but that's only because he really loves it and it was really easy for me -easier to nurse than not to). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:02 AM Flag
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I was completely ready to give up the first month or 2. Seeing an LC helped tremendously as did just sticking with it a bit longer. By about 2-2 1/2 mos everything started falling into place, it became easy and i was able to just enjoy the bonding with my baby. Now at 7mos couldn't imagine not. Plan to wean at 1yr. I'd see a LC and give it at least another month. GL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:25 PM Flag
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I stopped at 4 mo. DH was not happy about this but, he did not manage to grow boobs and pitch in so formula it was. We have a beautiful, healthy baby with great immunity. Pumping at work was not working for me so I made the decision to wean. No regrets. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:48 PM Flag
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6 weeks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:49 PM Flag
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still nursing at 6 months-but never really had pain/discomfort. a LC might be a good idea, I went to a really supportive bf group through the hospital at which I gave birth-that was nice too bc other moms gave helpful practical suggestions-you might look into that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 06:32 AM Flag
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i am at 3 weeks and don't know how long i'll make it. i can't believe i'm even saying that but it's so difficult. i've seen a couple of LCs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 07:20 AM Flag
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^^ i'd feel guilty too and i think dh would not understand/be mad about it even if he didn't say so [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 07:21 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone delivered at Lenox Hill? What was your experience? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.20.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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good. post pardum not as good. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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partum [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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It's been a couple of years, but my experiences there was very good. I delivered there twice and found labor &delivery to be excellent. The nurses in the maternity ward was not as great. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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I delivered there a yr and a half ago and going to deliver there again in December. My experience was good, but found some of the nurses a bit rude. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:31 AM Flag
[ - ] would you put 20% dwnpymt (leaving $0 savings) & open HELOC for emergencies to get lower mort pymt or pay $250 more in mort pymt to leave $25k in bank? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:52 AM Flag
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pay more in mort payment and leave 25K in bank [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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leave $ in the bank or choose a cheaper home [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:57 AM Flag
[ - ] Helping my sister plan a spring '09 wedding. Booked the Synagogue and the band. Anything else high priority? When do we need to find a florist and shop for a dress? 18 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:43 AM Flag
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depends on the type of dress. if designer at least 6 months. some place say more but not true. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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If she's having a band, then I'd start looking into that since the good ones are usually snatched up quickly. Don't know about availability of DJs if that is your sister's choice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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^^ oh wow, I am having a spacey moment [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:47 AM Flag
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now. Some dresses take 6-9mo to come in..so give yourself time to find the perfect dress. Florist too..they book up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:45 AM Flag
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good idea, we'll look at florists next week when she comes to NY (she lives out of state, which is why I'm planning for her). Dress can wait a week or 2 longer [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:46 AM Flag
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look for photogs too. BTW in NYC Spitz and Peck are good [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:48 AM Flag
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^^^ Grace photography is great..here's the site just in case your parents need some rec's http://www.gracephotography.com/template2.html [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:50 AM Flag
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Thanks! We are in LI, used Stefans for our wedding and were happy, will likely use them again [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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YW..my sis used Stefans..btw Spitz and Peck are out on the island too. I got married out there even though I live in the city. Have fun planning. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:02 AM Flag
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start looking for a dress within the next couple of months. Also, a photographer. The florist is probably not urgent. did you book a rabbi? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:45 AM Flag
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Using a family Rabbi, my parents are dealing w/ the photographer. Band is booked. I am the unpaid but loved wedding planner! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:47 AM Flag
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are you sure the rabbi is available? other than that, you seem completely under control. If you enjoy dress shopping, start now so you can go to a lot of places and not be rushed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:49 AM Flag
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thank you, we feel under control, but it is difficult since the Bride and Groom live a few hours away. Luckily, my sister is super easygoing and trusts me 100%, so I'm planning on her behalf. Will likely go to a few dress stores in 1 day and then just pick. Sister is pretty w/ a great figure, so should be easy. I however, am a pregnant whale! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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well, good luck and congrats. your sister is lucky to have you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:56 AM Flag
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thank you for saying that, but we are really both lucky! Best friends, truly happy for each others successes. She considers my DH her big brother, and is a wonderful Aunt to my DS, who adores her. This is so little, and fun to boot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:00 AM Flag
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that's great - the way it should be. enjoy! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:02 AM Flag
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nothing wrong with doing those things now. I booked everything early and never once was worried, frantic or felt crazed about the wedding. I also never used a planner since I did things early. Congrats to your sis [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:46 AM Flag
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We started planning for a September wedding in late January. Got the synagogue, reception location, rabbi, band and photographer first so sounds like you are on track. I went dress shopping in Jan/Feb and decided at the end of Feb. and had PLENTY of time. The dress came in a full 5 weeks before I needed to go in for my first fitting. I think the next things we did were invitations and the florist and then everything else was done afterwards. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:59 AM Flag
[ - ] Down's screen was 1:1300. that's fine right? Trisomy was 1:10,000. i'm 36. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:42 AM Flag
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I'd be happy with those numbers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:43 AM Flag
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thanks. have second tri screen in a few weeks too. but last baby was 4 years ago and didn't do any screening. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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np: ugh I had my first and 32 and 2nd at 36..such a great spread and the kids are so great together. I'm 40 and pg with #3..another 4 yr spread. GL to you and congrats [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:47 AM Flag
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^^^MEANT AHHH not UGH [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:49 AM Flag
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