Lil' October Pumpkins 2013

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Sister rose a few more days to v day and very soon you will.be in doubke digits too.
 
Happy V-day, Murmurs!

I've also been experiencing quite a bit of discharge, but I don't think it's been as much for me as it has for the rest of you. I haven't gotten to the point of necessarily needing panty liners yet.
 
Happy v-day murmers!!

Not much longer for you SisterRose. I got to v day yesterday and it seems to be going so quick! Can't wait for double digits :)
 
Has anyone gone to the dentist while pregnant? I am going tomorrow to get my teeth cleaned and just had to have my OB fax over a note saying that it was okay for me to go.

Why wouldn't it be okay!? Didn't know it would be an issue. I am not getting xrays or anything, just teeth cleaning.
 
Happy V Day ladies! So exciting!

Tx614 I've been to the dentist for a cleaning. Everything went great and was fine but I didn't need xrays this time. Plus everything I've read encourages you to keep your teeth in good shape while pregnant. Hope that helps!
 
I went and had a cleaning but I totally agree with everything jbell said. I didn't have to have a note though. I just informed them. I wasn't due for X-rays anyways.
 
I'm supposed to be getting a voucher from my work's maternity program for a free cleaning, but I doubt that will be coming since I'm almost to the second trimester. And I just found out my medicaid doesn't cover a single cent of my medical bills. My work insurance doesn't cover anything either. Not sure why I even pay for insurance if it doesn't cover anything. (Just slightly bitter.)

Any idea how much a cleaning costs out of pocket? Just a general idea? I haven't been to the dentist in about 5 years, since I got my braces off.
 
I've been to the dentist and will go again before I'm due.

Grin, cleanings are anywhere from $75-$100. Why won't the voucher work after the second trimester?

I've read dental health is really important during pregnancy. My dentist was all over me to foss more. He said you're more susceptible to gum disease and bacteria builds up easier.
 
Oh, it's not that it won't work, I just don't think I'll get it. I was supposed to recieve monthly gifts and brochures and stuff like that, but I've only got one "welcome packet" and the occasional email since. I'm not too worried, it's a free program so I'm not losing anything.

Off-topic, but I'm finally getting a bump...sort of! And only 5 days til double digits :-)
 
I guess its because our gums and sinuses swell in pregnancy that dentists are a bit causious but nothing serious. Guess they're being over causious!

I went for my 25 week scan yesterday and leon is measuring perfect (i was a bit concerned at 20 weeks as his head was measuring a bit behind) : ) hes also now weighing 718g...omg cant believe already 1.5 pounds! Im so excited now! Feeling more real every day.
 
Glad everything is going well, Mama Butterfly. :D

I haven't been to the dentist in years and really can't afford to right now (I don't think I have dental insurance, I'll have to check with my father). I've always had good dental hygiene habits though and as far as I know I've never had a cavity. I should be okay for at least the rest of my pregnancy, but it wouldn't hurt to go in and get checked out sometime next year. I have really good insurance that pays for all of my medical bills right now, but it won't cover Liam, so I'll have to get on Medicaid for his bills once he's born.
 
Actually it is not just the x-rays and swelling. Every time you get your teeth cleaned you get a showering of bacteria into your bloodstream and intestines.... that is one of the main concerns, thats why some dentist give you antibiotics before getting them cleaned (alot of dentist dont thou). Its a catch 22 thou because although you do get a larger dose of bacteria into your system all at once when you get them cleaned if you didnt get them clean you would be building up alot of bacteria in your mouth and giving off that into your body everyday :) Its surprising how important dental hygiene is to your health!
 
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