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bethk`s polls



40 polls in total.

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I have a 16mnth old LO and a 2wk old baby whose BF`ing, My LO always seems to want me when Im BFing and I hate turnin her away. What can I do to entertain her during this time?Shes hit terrible 2`s early btw. She loves the baby and wants to hug and kiss him all the time but is a bit too heavy handed around his head so I always on edge
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 15 days ago)

My experience/suggestions

0

0%

Votes: 0 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment

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How long does it take to get a BF pattern?
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 15 days ago)

2wks	3		25%
3wks	0		0%
4wks	3		25%
More than 4wks.........How to get a pattern going??	6		50%

Votes: 12 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment

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With BF`ing will I have to wear breast pads until I stop BF`ing or will the leaking stop once I get a pattern?
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 15 days ago)

Get stocking, u need them til u stop	10		58%
Nope it'll stop leaking when......	7		41%
Any opinions or personal experiences welcome	0		0%
Thanks	0		0%

Votes: 17 Comments: 9 Read comments    Add comment

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I know this has been asked b4, but I cant find the polls. So for people who have had the MIRENA, have u gained weight or lost weight or any other side effects? How about sex too is that diferent now? Thank x
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 15 days ago)

Stayed the same	3		60%
Please tell me ur experiences.....	0		0%
Gained Weight	2		40%
Lost Weight	0		0%
Does it make sex ouch for the bloke?	0		0%

Votes: 5 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment

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Just wondering how long does sperm need to stay in u to help with softening/dialating the cervix? Or what do u Recommend for helping self inducing (nothing drastic like Castor Oil, just natural stuff) Ive been told by my Dr that Im ok to start the process and I dont want to be induced as if my LO isnt born in next week I`ll have to be induced due to size. So no lectures plz
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 32 days ago)

Can clean up straight away! No need to hold it in u (Sorry for TMI)	5		38%
An hour or soo (Please say how long)	2		15%
All night....	3		23%
A few minutes (Please say how long)	3		23%

Votes: 13 Comments: 6 Read comments    Add comment

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Do BF babies get colic?? AND/OR Did u BF or Bottlefeed and have colic or not?
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 39 days ago)

Breast Fed and baby had Colic	13		26%
Bottle Fed and baby had Colic	1		2%
Breast Fed and baby DID NOT have Colic	16		32%
Bottle Fed and baby DID NOT have Colic	9		18%
Babies can get colic regardless of how they are fed.	11		22%
	0		0%

Votes: 50 Comments: 5 Read comments    Add comment

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So we think we have cum up with the final names! Big THINK! What do u all think and what one sounds nicer. William is a must for a middle name as his daddy isnt allowed it for the first name and Keith is my late fathers name which we havent decided if it should be included or not! Any suggestions of other names welcome too!!
(Name-poll poll by bethk, 48 days ago)

Osian William Davies - Pronounced O - Shan	2		6%
Ryan William Davies	20		68%
Osian William Keith Davies	0		0%
Ryan William Keith Davies	5		17%
Osian Keith William Davies	0		0%
None of these....how about this instead...	2		6%

Votes: 29 Comments: 7 Read comments    Add comment

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Just INFO for those who are looking at getting a double pushchair. I have found another version of the Phil&Ted Sport Double. Its called the Obaby XI Sport and basically an exact replica of the P&T at a fraction of the P&T price plus is comes with EVERYTHING! Thought I would just let you all know as I know there were quite a few ppl looking for a good double! BTW I bought it and love it! Its soo much more sturdier than the P&T and the seats are wider and more padded
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 51 days ago)

Just letting ppl know as I searched a LONGGG time to find a similar cheaper version of the Phil&Ted one	0		0%
	0		0%

Votes: 0 Comments: 1 Read comments    Add comment

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Im having soooo many Braxton Hicks - Some are feeling really uncomfortable/painfull. So my Qu is how many is classed as normal in 1 day!? I seem to be having them all day? Is there a limit on when you should consult a Dr about them or is there no limit and just unlucky lol. I had them last time round but it was only a handfull in a day if that! So its ouch nowww
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 72 days ago)

No there is no limit...Just deal with it	7		50%
Yes they say you should have more than ...... in a day	3		21%
Call Dr you are having too many......	4		28%
Any comments/advice is welcomed....I do drink plenty of water btw so im not dehydrated	0		0%

Votes: 14 Comments: 13 Read comments    Add comment

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Potty Training Qu! Im thinking about starting potty training for my 14mnth old. Thing is I dont know where to start! Ive read the EC pages about watchin for signs etc but my LO doesnt do any signs til its laready over and she has no patterns, she is so random with when she goes! The only time i know she has a poo is in the morning guaranteed b4 10am! Plus she wont go near a potty or puts it on her head! I need a starters guide manual for this! Any advice, what worked for you. Help please! Baby No.2 will be here in less than 2mnths and I would like to START the potty training process so she doesnt think Im doing it because of the Baby. Thank You x
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 76 days ago)

Dont do it yet! Wait til she wants to do it...What signs will this be??	3		30%
I did this.............. or You should try this...........	2		20%
Ur not alone! I have same dilemma! Need advice too	5		50%

Votes: 10 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment

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Can any1 explain how a nipple shield should fit on my nipple or have any pictures of how it should look like? I bought Medela Nipple Shield (Size Large) and they seem too Big! My nipple is no where near the sides or the tip. I cant find any pics on the internet to how it should look as they all have babys heads in the way lol. B4 any1 starts the lecture on lactation consultants etc.. I am buying them as a just incase I have similar issues as I did last time I BF`d! If I knew about these then it would have helped me a lot but hopefully I wont have to use them but its a JUST INCASE MEASURE! I want to be completely prepared!
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 84 days ago)

They sound like they fit just right to me! Their suppose to look too big!	4		50%
Nope their too big try ...... size!	4		50%
Here's a picture of how it should look	0		0%
This might help you! Or personal experience plz xx	0		0%

Votes: 8 Comments: 8 Read comments    Add comment

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My friend had a C-section on her 1st but now they have given her the VBAC option. Shes really confused as the risks on both side are horrile. Whats your experience if youve done this? Wat did u decide? Any helpfull suggestions for her? Thanks
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 92 days ago)

I had C-Section then just had another C-Section - No problems	6		50%
I had C-Section then just had another C-Section - Had problems	0		0%
I had C-Section then had VBAC - No problems	5		41%
I had C-Section then had VBAC - Had problems	1		8%

Votes: 12 Comments: 6 Read comments    Add comment

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So Breastfeeding Nipple Shields are a good buy for the just incase! Now which brand to try and WHY??? Please remember Im in the UK so if its a US brand please state that
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 96 days ago)

Any opinions and options greatly appreciated!	0		0%
Try this brand........	0		0%
Ameda Nipple Shields	0		0%
Medela Nipple Shields	9		81%
Avent Nipple Shields	2		18%
MAM Nipple Shields	0		0%

Votes: 11 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment

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Breastfeeding Question!! Has anyone used those nipple shields for breastfeeding? I had a lot of trouble last time round and am considering buyin them just incase I have similar problems this time round as baby couldnt latch on properly without causing me blisters last time round. Do they work? Your experiences plz xx
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 96 days ago)

Never bought them because....	4		22%
Yes I tried them and bf'd fine with & without them.....	11		61%
Yes I tried them and it didnt work! Please comment	3		16%

Votes: 18 Comments: 12 Read comments    Add comment

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Would u have OR Have u had a perm whilst pregnant?? And can u have a bodywave perm whilst BFing?
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 102 days ago)

No stay away from those Chemicals	29		70%
Yes its safe to do now....please comment	7		17%
No whilst pregnant but safe when nursing......	4		9%
No whilst Pregnant and nursing....	1		2%

Votes: 41 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment

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I started my 13mnth old on Full Fat Cows milk a week ago and she has woken up for an extra feed every night so far ( She has slept through since 8wks old so this is not her at all) I dont think the milk is filling her up enough. I have tried giving her water in the night just incase she was thirsty but its not stopping the crying! (She has been having Cows milk since she was 6mnths old so I know she is fine with the milk. So Should I:
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 102 days ago)

Get her back on the Growing up milk for her night feeds	10		76%
Add cereal to the milk (Please state what and how much)	1		7%
Leave her cry and be hungry, she'll soon figure it out	1		7%
Keep doing as I am with the water in the night only...	1		7%

Votes: 13 Comments: 7 Read comments    Add comment

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When did u let ur LO sleep under a blanket in their own cot in their own room?
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 102 days ago)

18mnth-24mnth (Feel free to tell me how many months exactly)	4		13%
12-18mnths	4		13%
9-12mnths	4		13%
6-9mnths	17		58%

Votes: 29 Comments: 9 Read comments    Add comment

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Can anyone tell me whats the best way to wean ur baby off Formula Milk onto Whole Fat Milk? Suyggestions/ideas or personal experiences please
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 120 days ago)
Votes: 0 Comments: 9 Read comments    Add comment

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Do you know of any pregnant women who has survived Swine Flu? I dont want no articles as Im starting to freak out after hearing no pregnant person has survived so far after catching it!
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 126 days ago)

Yes I know someone/I survived it!	2		11%
No none have survived that I know	3		16%
I dont know of any pregnant women to catch it myself yet	12		66%
Please Im not asking for what uve seen in the media! just ppl U KNOW	1		5%

Votes: 18 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment

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Are you freaking out about Swine Flu now they say we are at higher risk? II`ve read about another death this morning in a pregnant women an its freakin me out soo bad! Am I being silly?
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 132 days ago)

Yes. It's freaking me out so bad.	9		19%
No, its just media/other reason (please comment)	37		80%
Anything to put mym ind at ease please comment on fact if u want x	0		0%

Votes: 46 Comments: 9 Read comments    Add comment

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For women who have had to go on sick from work or have been told to bed rest: Can you tell me the reasons why? Doesnt matter how big or small, as long as doctor told u to rest or not to work for such an such a time ....
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 184 days ago)

I've never had to.	17		62%
I have and this is why...............	10		37%
I didnt but my friend/family member had to and this is why.....	0		0%

Votes: 27 Comments: 8 Read comments    Add comment

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Mammys with more than 1 LO or LO 2 B! When did u feel ur 2nd baby move? I swear Ive felt kicks about a week ago!? But is it too early?
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 195 days ago)

Yes it mite have been a kick!...I felt my LO kick	11		78%
No prob just gas bubbles...I felt my lo Kick....	2		14%
I'll comment on my experience....	1		7%

Votes: 14 Comments: 10 Read comments    Add comment

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Off topic but for UK ppl! Im buying a house privately, So what happens? Do I just give the deposit to my solicitor to pass it on or does my mortgage bank have to see it first? Its sooo confusing!
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 199 days ago)

Yes must show bank first	0		0%
No you can give it straight to solicitor/seller	0		0%
Ill tell you my experience/process........	0		0%

Votes: 0 Comments: 1 Read comments    Add comment

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I need a good name for a Girl, my 1st daughter is called Tiegan so its got to be good too (I dont know the sex yet)
(Name-poll poll by bethk, 204 days ago)

How about......	2		28%
Nope,sorry cant think of anythin	5		71%

Votes: 7 Comments: 8 Read comments    Add comment

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I need a good name for a Boy, my daughter is called Tiegan so its got to be good too
(Name-poll poll by bethk, 204 days ago)

How about......	0		0%
Cant think of anything....	3		100%

Votes: 3 Comments: 1 Read comments    Add comment

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UK PPL....... My partner and I want to get married now!!! But due to buying a house and having baby No.2 on the way within a year we`ve had to put our plans on hold for at least another year! IS there anywhere we can just go and get married like they do in the US? We thought maybe get married just the 2 of us tere then have a blessin in a few yrs???
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 204 days ago)

I have a suggestion	0		0%
Nope, u have to do it the long way!	2		66%
Yes...u can have ur quick wedding here (plz comment)	1		33%

Votes: 3 Comments: 5 Read comments    Add comment

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Swine Flu! Is it just me or if u sneeze or anything in public everyone kinda argggg`s and looks at u!? Can anyone tell me, that little one that has died outside Mexico, was he from Mexico or had he just visited Mexico? All this makes me sooo worried I dont wana take my LO into public! How sad am i lol xx
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 204 days ago)

Yes he was from Mexico, visiting Texas	23		88%
What you think of all this epidemic? x	0		0%
No he was from Texas and had visited Mexico	3		11%
Neither. He was...........	0		0%

Votes: 26 Comments: 6 Read comments    Add comment

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Im having major cramping in my stomach! Im 11wks pregnant! I feel like Ive been kicked! I have no blood or discharge or anything else! I know if I call my doctors they will say if your not bleeding then dont worry but I cant help worry. Any advice?
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 214 days ago)

Go to the Doctors anyway and tell them	18		47%
Just relax and see if anything comes of it!	16		42%
I had similar...It was this.....	4		10%

Votes: 38 Comments: 10 Read comments    Add comment

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Need help! Ive bought a Quinny Buzz but need to arrange for a courier to pick up and the seller has not replied to my email yet so Ill try and see if someone here can help! I need the dimension of the frame when folded. And the seat seperate. And if you have any idea of the weight of each bit that would beeee awesome!!
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 215 days ago)

Yes I can help I'll comment below!	0		0%
Nope sorry maybe try this website for help...	1		100%

Votes: 1 Comments: 3 Read comments    Add comment

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Im around 10wks pregnant and since my sickness stopped 2wks ago I dont feel pregnant at all! Ive even taken another test! Is this normal?? (This is baby no.2)
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 224 days ago)

Yes - I felt like that!!	30		90%
No - You should be feeling........	1		3%
I'll comment on my experience....	2		6%

Votes: 33 Comments: 6 Read comments    Add comment

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10wkis pregnant! Craving Cake Mix (uncooked) Really bad! Any ideas on something else I can eat thats safe? Or is it safe after a certain time?
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 226 days ago)

Try this instead...it taste similar!! (comment plz)	4		14%
Nope just suck it up and find another craving :-(	17		62%
It's fine to eat after ????wks.....	6		22%
Please comment.......	0		0%

Votes: 27 Comments: 20 Read comments    Add comment

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I just ate some cake mix (not cooked)!! I forgot all about the raw egg thingy and Im 10wks pregnant! Should I be worried or do anything?
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 226 days ago)

No you should be fine just dont do it again	55		82%
Yes - See your doctor asap!	1		1%
What u worrying about I ate loads of it during pregnancy	9		13%
Look out for these symptoms..(comment plz)	2		2%

Votes: 67 Comments: 6 Read comments    Add comment

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Need help finding a twin pushchair! Ive included the links for pictures of them too! I am looking for one style, I dontl ike the side by side and I dont like the longgg 1 in front of the others! But any comments and advice would be great!!
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 266 days ago)

Phil & Teds Sport double pushchair - http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-PHIL-AND-TEDS-DOUBLE-VIBE-BUGGY-STROLLER-RED_W0QQitemZ130290575656QQcategoryZ66701QQcmdZViewItem	2		33%
OBABY XI pushchair - http://jusonne.co.uk/obaby-xi-twin-pushchair-buggy-891-p.asp	2		33%
Jusonee-Othelo Double Pushchair - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Jusonne-Othello-DOUBLE-pushchair-in-black-all-extras_W0QQitemZ290299687807QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Baby_BabyTravel_Pushchairs_GL?hash=item290299687807	2		33%
None! I recomment......,.(please no side by side or long ones)	0		0%

Votes: 6 Comments: 4 Read comments    Add comment

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I`m joining in too! What do you think my daughters name is?
(Photo-poll poll by bethk, 278 days ago)
Votes: 0 Comments: 9 Read comments    Add comment

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For younger mommies! Does it annoy you when people give you funny looks? I feel like Im being stereotyped into the young single mother on benefits category. But yet I have a very good high job, am engaged and always dressed smart! The older generation do it mostly and shake their head when I walk past?? Arggg Is it in my head or do you feel the same! Im 23 btw so not as though Im really young! x
(Other-poll poll by bethk, 298 days ago)

Its all in ur head! I never feel like that	11		25%
Oh YES! I feel the same	31		70%
Comment	2		4%

Votes: 44 Comments: 19 Read comments    Add comment

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My baby is 6months old and just started like squinting and shaking her head! Not all the time every now and again and never the same time. Could it be a ear infection or something else?
(Baby-poll poll by bethk, 307 days ago)

Ear Infection	3		50%
I'll comment	3		50%

Votes: 6 Comments: 5 Read comments    Add comment

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To all the mums that have had 2+ children and 1st one youyr waters DIDNT break! Did it break on the others? I really want ot experience it and never got to on my first!
(Pregnancy-poll poll by bethk, 344 days ago)

Yes	4		21%
No	12		63%
I'll comment.....	3		15%

Votes: 19 Comments: 5 Read comments    Add comment

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Just curious! Did ur baby have a cold/nappy rash when they were teething?
(Name-poll poll by bethk, 383 days ago)

Arggg S/He had Both!	9		31%
No Neither of them	9		31%
Just Cold	6		20%
Just Nappy Rash	5		17%

Votes: 29 Comments: 1 Read comments    Add comment

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Do u think my belly will go down much more before I cna start exercising (pic at 3wks an 2days after birth)
(Photo-poll poll by bethk, 483 days ago)

Yes	41		73%
No	14		25%
Comment further	1		1%

Votes: 56 Comments: 2 Read comments    Add comment

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Has my bump dropped? An do I look big for 35weeks?? (Check out my other pic to see the dropped part)
(Photo-poll poll by bethk, 538 days ago)

No havent dropped + No not big for 35wks	39		48%
No havent dropped + Yes big for 35wks	12		15%
Yes u av dropped + No not big for 35wks	21		26%
Yes u av dropped + Yes big for 35wks	8		10%

Votes: 80 Comments: 1 Read comments    Add comment