A Recommended OBGYN

We have just moved to the area and I am looking for recommendations on a OBGYN. We are looking to have our second child and hope to be pregnant soon. Any recommendations?

Thanks!

Doulas, lactation consultant and pediatric chiropractor at health fair today - Sunday

A community health fair at Temple Beth Or in Raleigh (on Creedmoor Road) offers all kinds of helpful information for everyone. This year, plenty of information for the new and/or pregnant mom will be available. First Daze Mommy Care postpartum doula services will be there along with Freeman Lactation Services and Keystone Chiropractic. All provide excellent care to families in our community. Come out and meet all of us. Lots of samples and goodies will be on hand.

New insurance codes for postpartum doulas

Insurance codes are now available for women using postpartum doula support.  Not all insurance companies will cover the cost of a postpartum doula but at least now women can file with their insurance companies for reimbursement. It's a wonder it took so long considering how much having certified postpartum support saves insurance companies. Women who use a ppd have a higher chance of breastfeeding success and continue breastfeeding longer, and they have lower incidence of postpartum depression.

For more information about postpartum doulas in the area go to http://firstdaze.com.

Raleigh & Cary Moms, do you know your Kids are Drinking This?

Moms in Raleigh and Cary, how much have you heard about this?
Article -- This is YOUR Drinking Water
Its pretty scary what Durham is doing to the water you and your kids have to drink. There are a few of us in Durham who are trying to fight this but we can't stop them, unless Moms in Raleigh and Cary start putting their foot down, and standing up for themselves and the health of their kids. What do you think about this? Is this the first you've heard about it? Have any of you talked to your town council representative, county commissioner, or mayor? What did they say to you? Have you seen any coverage at all in the media?

I'd like to hear from everyone on this!
LaDawnna

ADOPTION INFORMATION

If you are considering adoption and have questions of any kind check out the 4th Annual Adoption Fair & Expo on Sept. 26th at Providence Baptist Church. There will be speakers, breakout sessions on getting started and other topics and exhibiting agencies and support groups to talk with. For registration info email tgeorge2@nc.rr.com.

Anyone expecting and looking to connect with other local mothers -to- be?

Just looking to connect with other moms-to-be who are expecting around April of 2010. Of course, any other expecting mothers would be great too! I live near Southpoint Mall in Durham and have a friend who is 1w2d behind me in her pregnancy. I just thought it would be really great to get to know some other moms to be in the area. My friend and I are both pregnant with our first babies. I've had two miscarriages but received great news at the ultrasound today. Baby looks great at 8w5d. First time we have gotten far enough to see a heartbeat! Very excited!
Anyway, any new moms to be, I'd love to correspond/meetup with you to share resources, first trimester woes, and become a support system for each other in general!

What's your dream nursery?

What's your dream nursery? I paint murals and design nurseries in the Raleigh area, so I'm picking new mom's brains for more ideas. I'd welcome any suggestions for new nursery designs.

My site is http://www.cadydidrooms.com/Home.html

If you have a chance, let me know favorites and what you do and don't like.

Thanks!

Cadydid

Rex Hospital & OBs that deliver at Rex

I recently moved to Raleigh and am 13 weeks pregnant. I think I'm going to deliver at Rex, but I'm still trying to find a doctor. I know they have a list on their website, but I'd prefer personal references. Can anybody tell me who their dr. is, and if they are happy with them. Also, I'd like to know what everyone thinks of delivering at Rex Family Birth Center? Good/bad experiences? Thanks!

Part-Time Child Care

Hello,

I am expecting our first child in late January 2010. We are seeking flexible child care for our child. I work various part-time hours during the week and would only need child care during those times. I would know month to month what those hours would be. Would anyone have any suggestions as to child care options?

Thanks

New to the area... Need a pediatrician

Hi, I'm both a new mom and new to the area... My son is 3 months old, and I moved here about a month ago. I am looking for a good pediatrician. I live in the Cary area, so I am hoping to get one that is close by, if anyone has any advice that would be great.

Thanks