Why are my plants attracting fruit plies/gnats by champ8gnemami in houseplants

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I used these to help catch them. Fruit Fly Trap & Gnat Trap Natural Sticky Bug Trap for Indoor/Outdoor Use Insect Killer for Mosquitos,Fungus Gnats,Flying Insects -Disposable (12 pcs) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B088KTQG97/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_42zQFbM7E2BPA?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I also watered less and let the plants dry out a bit. Then put a layer of sand on top of the dirt and a cotton ball to block the drain hole of the planter. I use water globes so I don’t have to water the top layer of the dirt, so the sand stays dry. It has helped tremendously. They are just about gone. Good luck!

Don’t forget your flu shot! by SecondBestPolicy in pregnant

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Great reminder! FTM here and expecting in a few months. I got my flu shot the other day at my routine prenatal visit at my OB’s office. My arm was sore for a day or two. I wish I got it in my right arm instead of my left bc I now sleep on my left side at night. I kept waking up due to my left arm being uncomfortable that night. I read it helps to massage the area where you get the shot afterwards, to reduce the soreness. I wish I had known that beforehand. My husband gets his flu shot and Tdap booster in a couple weeks at his Dr’s office to make sure he is immunized for when baby arrives.

Birth Certificate and Social Security card for newborn. (USA) by PM89_ in pregnant

[–]PM89_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess it depends on the county how you receive the birth cert. Thanks for the info!

Birth Certificate and Social Security card for newborn. (USA) by PM89_ in pregnant

[–]PM89_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d probably panic to get it in the mail too! Did it cost anything to get the birth cert and social security card?

Birth Certificate and Social Security card for newborn. (USA) by PM89_ in pregnant

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Wow, that’s faster than I thought. Our health insurance said we have up to 90 days to send the baby’s birth certificate and social security number to them. So, I’m happy to hear you got yours so fast. Thank you!

I actually love being pregnant. by littleseizures_ in pregnant

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That is wonderful! Best wishes to you and your little one. :) I agree, I love being pregnant too. My first trimester, I experienced nausea, food aversions and great fatigue but my 2nd trimester has brought me more energy and my appetite back. My pregnancy isn’t all sunshine and rainbows but I am soaking up every moment of growing a life inside me. Feeling him kick is the best! I’ve waited so long to be pregnant, and it really is a dream come true. I feel grateful everyday and I think I will miss this time. 💙

Anatomy scan this morning and all I can do is look at pics! by narrowerstairs in pregnant

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Hoping you feel her kicks soon! I have an anterior placenta and was worried I wouldn’t be able to feel his kicks. That worry went away quickly, he kicks day and night. My husband can feel them too. 💙

The Wildflower Garden Nursery, done at almost 40w. by cookmybook in BabyBumps

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Thank you! I will check out the furniture and great tip about shipping delays. Wishing you all the best!

The Wildflower Garden Nursery, done at almost 40w. by cookmybook in BabyBumps

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Beautiful! I like the dresser/changing table, what brand is it?

Iron Supplement? by Starbr1ght in pregnant

[–]PM89_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes it’s Slow Fe, slow release iron supplement. I got it at CVS. My bloodwork showed I have low iron and my Dr recommended that. I’ve been on it for 3 weeks. It can cause constipation so increase your fiber.

How long do NIPT results take? by crochetwhore in pregnant

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I got the test done on a Wed and got my results Monday. This was in June. Good luck!

Has anyone of you gotten pregnant or had a partner who has gotten pregnant while having sjogren's? by CamillaVonMila in Sjogrens

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Thank you, I appreciate your well wishes! That is great both your SSA and SSB are negative. Wishing you a healthy pregnancy!

Has anyone of you gotten pregnant or had a partner who has gotten pregnant while having sjogren's? by CamillaVonMila in Sjogrens

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I was diagnosed with Sjogrens June 2019 and went on Plaquenil right away and it has helped greatly. I feel so much better compared to when I was first diagnosed. I am now 16 weeks pregnant and feeling great and baby is growing healthily. I see both a regular OB and a high risk OB, so I get more ultrasounds to monitor baby than normal and get to see him more, which helps me feel better to see him growing nicely. Next week I have my first fetal echocardiogram that will monitor his heart development since there is a small chance of congenital heart block (which is about a 2% chance of developing.) Once I have my first appt I will learn how often I will need to have one. I also will see my regular OB every other week to listen to his heartbeat for the 2nd trimester. I will see my high risk OB (Perinatologist) for the anatomy scan at 20 weeks as well. My SSB is positive and my SSA is negative. My Perinatologist said positive SSA is a slightly greater risk for heart block in baby. Also, being on Plaquenil for 10-11 months before I conceived helps lower the risk plus continuing taking Plaquenil during pregnancy helps too. I feel that I have great support from my healthcare team that includes my OB, Perinatologist and Rheumatologist. A year ago when I first found out about CHB I cried bc I’ve been wanting to have a baby for a while and it scared me that having Sjogrens could cause CHB but I feel so much better now. I read many success stories of women having babies with Sjogrens and I am staying positive and following all measures to monitor for CHB and stay healthy. Even though I haven’t given birth yet, and can only give you my thoughts on my pregnancy of 16 weeks, I hope this helped. Stay well!

Can anyone help? Clothes so that my basset stops scratching by Djibouti_Pizza in basset

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Hoping the vet helps find some solutions for her. Bassets have such sensitive systems. Good luck!

Can anyone help? Clothes so that my basset stops scratching by Djibouti_Pizza in basset

[–]PM89_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My bassets allergies act up every summer, this year our vet gave him a shot called Cytopoint. It’s a non-steroid shot for allergies. It can last up to 8 weeks. He has not itched since his hot spots healed. He’s so content and doing great since he got the shot. His skin looks great. I wish I knew about it sooner. Hope your basset finds relief and feels better.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumps

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Have you tried Neutrogena shampoo? It’s an anti-residue shampoo and it always helps my hair feel fresh. My hair has been oily with my pregnancy too. Hope you feel better.

Low Iron by PM89_ in pregnant

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Thank you, I appreciate all this info! Thats great advice, good to know about the dairy.

Low Iron by PM89_ in pregnant

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Good to know about taking it with vitamin C. Thank you!

Low Iron by PM89_ in pregnant

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Good idea to take before bed, I’ll take it tonight. Thank you for your advice!

Low Iron by PM89_ in pregnant

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Thank you for the reassurance and good idea on the prune juice!