Precautions: A&D

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Super Dry Skin During Pregnancy - Cocoa Butter? Coconut Oil? Anything Richer?

HI Moms: I'm 6 months pregnant with baby #2, and although cocoa butter seemed to make my belly happy for pregnancy #1, it doesn't seem to be doing the job anymore. My skin is literally peeling off and getting scaly in patches! Happily, no stretch marks on the belly, but is this the precursor? I've heard that coconut oil is supposed to be even better from my friends who are devotees of Whole Foods, but would love any advice on how not to become a molting snake!

Pregnancy and Yeast Infection

I am 30 weeks pregnant and have a yeast infection. It is driving me crazy. ...

First Pregnancy... Want Help with Sore and Itching Nipples!

I am 5 months pregnant this week. Approximately a week ago my nipples have...

Daughter Having Issues "Down There"

My 6 yo has been complaining of pain in her vaginal area, and it is very red...

Scars on Legs

Hello All, During my pregnancy, I got bumps all over my legs. These bumps...

Hair Color & Treatments

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Pregnancy and Yeast Infection

I am 30 weeks pregnant and have a yeast infection. It is driving me crazy. I eat lots of yogurt and to no help. Can my husband be a carrier, if so there is no end to this until I deliver? Any alternative ways of treating it besides the OTC Monostat. K.

Need Planning Advice for My Sister's Baby Shower

Ok, so I've planned my share of baby showers, but there's a delicate...

HELP!! My 8 Month Old Baby Has Diaper Rash So Bad I Can See Some Red Skin!!!!

I'm feeling so bad :( Since yesterday she has had severe mucusy diarrhea...

Severe Diaper Rash Help

My 10 month old was on antibiotics which we completed 9 days ago and she...

Self Hair Color Suggestions??

Hello.. I am wanting to color my hair myself. I usually go to a salon, but...

Pregnancy Medications

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Treating Depression W/o Meds

I feel I have been struggling with a slight case of depression since I had children and it has gotten worse over the past few months. I feel like I am grouchy all the time, have no energy, and never get enough sleep. I exercise faithfully 5 times a week doing 3 miles on the elliptical plus some weight lifting and it has not helped as much as I would like. I would prefer not to take an anti-depressant, so I am looking for some advice on other things to try before I ask my doctor for a prescription. Have any of you had success treating...