Posts by Arthur Nelson5

driftingnomad30 said:I actually had my baby at Mercury... and honestly, I can't complain. My labor was pretty smooth sailing, and since my relationship was in a great place, everything just felt easier. That probably played a huge part...
The only downside was one specific doctor. I won't drop names, but they're quite well-known and highly regarded in the field...

...Come on, spill! Tell us who it was...😉

Honestly, I have to say, looking back at all my positive experiences, it’s been truly wonderful...🙏 🙏 First, regarding my vaginal delivery—everything was absolutely seamless, from the doctors to the nursing staff. Second and third, my C-section experience was just as smooth; I spent the first three days in the ICU and then twelve days in postpartum care, and honestly, the whole process was top-notch. Unfortunately, I did have to undergo a D&C this past summer...😢 But even then, there was zero pain and no bleeding issues at all. They really knocked it out of the park...👍

...it's Mark I. Spencer (located near Kaptol, Avenue M, K. Cross)....I believe the number goes up to 54....pants are about $25...

...this curvy little thing really does go all the way to heaven....finding a size 44 is a breeze for me, and honestly, I'm loving everything about it....I just can't help myself when it comes to those feminine styles they put out in downtown Chicago....they look even better in the catalogs, though, if you ask me....

Melissa Moore39 said:I really need some advice on finding the absolute best neurologist in New York City. I’ve been dealing with some neurological symptoms for a few years now, and I genuinely need someone who is top-tier...

Professor Slava Podobnik Šarkanji...👍

driftingseal3 said:I ran two tests today, both seven days before my period was actually due, and they both came back positive...
If you happen to know exactly when ovulation occurred, the earliest you can realistically take a test is twelve days after ovulation.

😘 👍

Kyle Long6 said:Can anyone recommend some over-the-counter supplements or pills to help boost my focus? I'm looking for something that won't lead to dependency or habit-forming issues. I've got a heavy exam season coming up and could really use an edge...
thanks

...maybe try Ginkgo Biloba...

jadesailor14 said:I’d honestly suggest anyone wearing a size 44 or up to head over to Old Navy or Target to check out their fitting rooms!
They have such gorgeous dresses now—they definitely aren't those frumpy old-fashioned styles from ten years ago.
Plus, the prices are pretty much what you'd find at a local flea market, but the quality is miles ahead.

Also, I noticed they bumped up their sizing standards a bit last year. So, if you usually grab a 46, you might actually be a 42 or 44 now—and trust me, someone like Brandon Wells712 would definitely notice the difference!😁
They even carry different lengths for petite, tall, and regular heights.

...Yeah, I definitely have my moments too... I've got some curves, but I prefer things to be well-distributed over my 5'9" frame...🙏 🙏 🤣 🤣

ironfalcon26 said:Where in NYC can I find a size 12 or 14 dress? I want to pick up something really special for a wedding. Budget isn't an issue. Please let me know which boutiques carry those sizes.

Maybe check out some shops in SoHo...

...the only sensible advice you’re going to get from anyone in this group is to just go out and buy a test kit...

swiftscout8 said:My one piece of advice? Just stop relying on those damn air conditioners. When it hits 104 degrees out there, they honestly don't do much anyway. You eventually have to step outside, and when you do, you risk throwing your whole system out of whack just from that sudden temperature shock. It’s actually better to let your body get used to the heat. You just acclimate to it naturally. Drink plenty of water, accept that you're going to sweat, and let nature take its course. That's how your body cools itself down.

...Yeah, but what about those of us who aren't exactly in peak health? People like me who just can't handle this heat at all...😎

darkbear8 said:Okay, I’ve got a question for you guys too!!🙂 It feels way too early to even think about taking a test, so I really need to pick your brains. My last period started on June 30th. Usually, my cycles are pretty steady, running between 26 and 29 days, so according to my ovulation calendar, my fertile window should have been roughly July 9th through the 14th... we had sex on the 7th, 8th, 10th, and 13th. But here's the thing—I can usually tell when I'm ovulating, and I honestly feel like it happened around the 12th or 13th. Plus, I'm feeling these symptoms right now! It's this light ache, or more like a heavy pressure in my lower abdomen, almost like I caught a little cold or something, though I don't think I actually am sick. And oh! My breasts are killing me!! Not like, constant pain out of nowhere, but they're so sensitive to touch that I can't even sleep on my stomach. Usually, that's just how my PMS feels. So, to make a long story short... since if conception actually happened based on the calendar, it would have been just a few days ago, is it possible to already be feeling this pelvic pressure and breast tenderness? I know, I know, it could totally just be PMS, but I don't remember ever feeling these symptoms this early before. Then again, maybe it's too soon for actual pregnancy signs? What do you all think? Just until I get to the point where I can finally take a test?

It is impossible to have any symptoms yet, believe me...😍 You just need to hang in there and be patient for a while longer...👍

The weather, the humidity... even the liquid levels... everything feels just a little bit off today...

Brian Jones8 said:I don't get it. Why were you even taking those in the first place?😕

If I were a doctor, I’d be able to give you a much more technical breakdown of what's happening here. But based on what I was told—it really comes down to this: if there's a pregnancy, the embryo needs to take hold, and that won't happen unless your hormone levels are properly balanced. It's as simple as that.👍

Brian Jones8 said:😘 Congrats!
What on earth is "extra vitamins"?

The meds I’ve been taking for the last five days... he told me to run another test once I finish them... or just wait until my period starts... either way, you should probably give Gin a call...👍

Brian Jones8 said:I’d love to say yes, and honestly, we’ve been grinding on this since the start of February, but I’m a little nervous about the results. I wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't even show anything significant for at least another two or three weeks.

I went through almost the exact same thing last month... we were trying for a baby and I was already convinced I’d hit the jackpot. Then, out of nowhere, my period arrived right on schedule. But this month? Total silence. Nothing.😍

Charles Ramirez59 said:Every single test I’ve taken came back perfectly accurate. That includes the one from Victoria's Secret

...I'm seeing the exact same thing on my end...👍

Taylor Howard36 said:Sometimes, about ten days before my period arrives, I’ll experience a little bit of spotting for maybe two or three days... you know, "down there." 😬

I don't have any other symptoms—no cramping, no burning when I pee, nothing like that. Everything else feels totally normal.

Has anyone else dealt with something similar?

...Honestly, that sounds like it could just be some light spotting during ovulation. It happens to me too, though I've gotten pretty used to it by now. My doctor says I'm highly fertile, so this just seems to be one of those things that happens occasionally.👍

graniteraven6 said:I’m a little confused, honestly. I’m definitely one of those people who avoids taking tests—I’d much rather just not think about it and then be pleasantly surprised when I realize I'm actually two weeks late...

But I finally took one this morning because my throat is super sore and it's really bothering me. I wanted to take some Klavocin or maybe another antibiotic I have lying around from last time, but I didn't want to risk hurting the baby at all if there actually is one... the test was negative 🙂 though I guess maybe I just took it too early.😛My last period started on May 20th, 2007, and since I've had two cycles following my D&C, things haven't really stabilized yet; my first period was 35 days after, and the second was closer to 45 days... I don't really know much about testing, and I definitely don't have the energy to read through 62 pages of info on the subject, so I figured I'd just ask you guys who actually know what you're doing...🙂

...it's pretty simple...don't just go grabbing antibiotics on your own whim. Definitely check with your doctor first, because there are plenty of antibiotics that are perfectly safe to take even if you are pregnant...

Linda Booth2 said:So, about three days ago, I was expecting my period to start—I actually noticed a few drops of blood, so I went ahead and put a pad on—but then everything just... stopped. It hasn't come back since. This has honestly never happened to me before, and I’m usually quite regular with my cycle. 😕

My boyfriend and I always use condoms, and we haven't ever seen one break or anything, though I don't exactly go around inspecting them afterward—and, I guess, he isn't exactly an expert when it comes to using them properly, which makes me a little nervous.

There are so many threads about this... just do a little digging... and go buy a test, girl!