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I found this link and I thought it’s quite good so I thought I would share with you my dilemma...

My name is Lan I am currently a working mum with two children 5 and 3 living in Melbourne Australia  

My husband will be travelling on a working visa to Pittsburgh for three months starting early next year 2009… expected more trips in the future

I am not sure whether to join him or not still haven’t decided, however I am very nervous and very confused about coming to the state as there are so much planning to do …

The bad:

I am expecting some disruptions of my work. My oldest daughter expected to starts Prep early Feb and my youngest son starts kindergarten, even flight and accommodation has been paid by my husband’s work; it doesn’t make sense if we are going to lose money ($20 thousand Aust) out of this whole thing. Maybe this might put my great job under jeopardy also.

I am not sue how much it will cost for health insurance to cover for our family for the period of 3 months (expected $1000 USD??)

The good:

The benefit to my husband’s career would be worth it. A trip of a lifetime, I think it would be very interesting to live in the US for a while. I believe that it won’t be too disruptive for the kids because they are so young still.

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Does anyone know of any Toys for Tots locations in the South Hills area?  I have some wonderful things that I would like to donate.

Hello Everyone,

I am glad to find out about this website however it does not have a resource directory for finances, such as what to do with our money after we make it, cutting costs for our families. Ideas on at-home businesses to add income during these turbulent times like a Plan B to what our primary jobs. How about if we are facing legal issues such as foreclosure, bankruptcy, and legal challenges.

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I was wongering if i could start a dear ebbby coloum on your website

I would love an open area to just discuss different matters....I have a lot to talk about that my friends are probably tired of hearing and I would love some mom's imput.

I think this is a wonderful  site  not only for the little one's but for the parents aswel,  and  it would be nice when the weather breaks to get to know some of the parents like the park or something in that sort. so keep me updated.

Im back i just stated that we  should get together and thats when i notice playgroups, but thers not any in my area (Highland Park) And im not a driver so if there is any mothers around my home area we can start  a plygroup or here's something CARPOOL!!!!!!!

Nobody got back with me on that carpool idea, are ther any moms in my area?

Thank you for the advice, but the problem is it's been over 2 1/2 years and the children are 23,20,18,17,16,15,12,11,10  five boys and 4 girls. I tell the children to love their mom and I am their friend.  they don't like that I have rules for bedtime, homework and dinner @ between 6 and 6:30 every night and they have to eat their vegetables say their prayers. And be home at reasonable hours (depending on the age). No swearing! or Lying! Their father is very fair,  to all the children and doesn't favor any of them all treated equal.  Will it die down? or is this just the beginning. I do pray for their Mom for strength, peace and also Honesty with the children.

I read a blog from an advertisement in the paper this about PGH mom.com and had a solution for Angie3 for a stay at home mom that's looking for extra income. Please contact me via my email and I can tell you all about it.

As a grandmother of a child with a severe peanut allergy and a frequent flyer on Southwest Airlines, why isn't some legislation being enacted to prevent peanuts being ditributed on airlines? Is there? How can I get involved?

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I am a single Pittsburgh Mom of 2 wild little boys!

I am adding to my hectic schedule by starting my own business to work from home, because 2 jobs, 2 kids, and 2 dogs are just not enough!

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Hi I really help. Can anyone recommend a pediatrician who would be willing to work with me on an alternative vaccination schedule. I live in the east, so preferably a doctor in this general areas.

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Women's Behavioral HealthCARE of Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic provides behavioral health services to women. We study and treat:

Major Depressive Disorder

Depression During or After Pregnancy

Bipolar Disorder

Please visit our page to read about our Vision and Mission Statement

We also offer fully compensated research studies for pregnancy and postpartum moms.  Benefits of participation include clinician assessment, psychiatrist consultation, and developmental assessments for infants.  Read more about our research.

Here is information on the studies currently looking for participants at Women's Behavioral Health Care

·                            Transdermal Estradiol for Postpartum Depression

Clinical Trial for

Treatment for Postpartum Depression

For Information Please Contact:

Tel:  1-800-436-2461    womensbehavioralhealth.org

From our postpartum depression screening study at Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, we know that 14.6% of women who deliver have questionnaire responses suggestive of postpartum depression at 4-6 weeks after birth. Our new study, Transdermal Estradiol for Postpartum Depression, supported by the National Institute of Mental Health can address this treatment need.

This is a study of estradiol skin patch treatment for postpartum depression. We will compare women’s treatment responses to estradiol, sertraline (Zoloft) and placebo. It is important to note that placebo treatment for depression results in improvement in about 30% or more of women, probably due to education, support and expert monitoring. For mothers who improve with treatment over 8 weeks, we will continue treatment through 6 months postpartum. We will also evaluate infant development at 6 months.  The results of the developmental assessment (cognitive, motor, behavior) will be shared with you.

What are the benefits of participation? All enrolled women receive an expert psychiatric assessment, consultation with treatment recommendations, and a review of mental health care options whether they decide to participate in the study or not. These services are provided free of charge by an internationally recognized team of perinatal psychiatry specialists (Drs. Wisner, Moses-Kolko and Sit). We also provide breastfeeding information, childcare for appointments, an honorarium for attendance at our clinical program, study medication without cost, and the hope of making treatments better for postpartum women of the future.

Study visits are fully compensated ($25 each) and parking and/or bus fare is provided.  Babysitting is available free of charge during visits.

You are appropriate for this study if you are:

o  Ages 18-45

o No more than 12 weeks postpartum

o Breasefeeding or Bottlefeeding

o Medically healthy

o Not on an antidepressant currently, unless it is ineffective

o Non-smoking or smoke less than 1/2 pack per day or are willing to cut down or quit

·                            Women's Brain Imaging Study

Description:

This study is investigating whether postpartum women have unique changes in brain function that may lead to depression. Researchers plan to image brain serotonin receptors, dopamine receptors and brain blood flow in:

o Depressed postpartum women

o Non-depressed postpartum women

o Depressed non-postpartum women

This study includes two study visits over a one- to two- month period. Study procedures include a physical examination, menstrual history interview, psychiatric evaluation, blood draws, urine collection, one magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scan), and one positron emissions test (PET). Participants will be compensated up to $210 for their time and effort upon completion of the study.

If you are interested in participation in this study, please call Tova Saul at (412) 586-9445 or via email at saulat@upmc.edu

Source of Support:

National Institute of Mental Health

Participation:

Women who are in good physical health and are 18-45 years old may be eligible for this study. If the participant is pregnant, participation may begin within the first 14 weeks after delivery. Participants may be eligible if they are currently breastfeeding or bottlefeeding. Participants must not be currently using any psychiatric medications. If participant is currently using hormonal contraception (birth control), she must be willing to discontinue use throughout the study.

·                            Antimanic Use during Pregnancy

Research Study to Assess

PREGNANT WOMEN WITH BIPOLAR DISORDER

For Information Please Contact:

Tel:  1-800-436-2461    womensbehavioralhealth.org

This project, Antimanic Use during Pregnancy, is a study to investigate the outcomes in pregnant women with bipolar disorder and their offspring. Assessment visits are fully compensated including parking and or bus fare.  Babysitting is provided.

The study team will:      

o provide expert consultation to the treating physician and patient at no charge for women who enroll in the study.

o enroll women at 20 weeks gestation, although they can be seen earlier in pregnancy for consultation.

o enroll women who take medication or choose no medication treatment.

o refer women with no treatment provider to our parallel clinical service, Magee Behavioral Health, located in Magee Women’s Hospital.

o gain critical information on pregnancy outcomes and infant development for women with bipolar illness, either medicated or unmedicated.

o recruit over 200 women over the next four years to participate in this NIMH-funded study.

o assess women at 20, 30 and 36 weeks gestation.  Each of these assessments will be compensated $25.  Phone assessments start at 37 weeks and continue (weekly) through delivery.  At birth, maternal serum levels and cord blood will be obtained.

o assess post-birth mothers and conduct baby assessments and developmental testing (cognitive, motor, behavior) at 2 weeks, 3, 6.5, and 12 months postpartum.  Each of these assessments will also be compensated $25.  The results of the developmental baby assessment will be shared with you during each baby visit.  Additional phone assessments for moms will occur at 1, 4, and 8 weeks postpartum.

o report the results of each assessment to the woman’s treating physician to ensure she recieves the best care.

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I am new to the Pittsburgh area, my family and I moved here from Wisconsin. My husband is a resident at UPMC and I am looking for making connections with other spouses of residents in the area. I have two child ages 6 and 10 months. If you know of a play group or spouse group that meets please let me know. Thank You

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We've just moved to the area ... am looking for reccomendations re: pediatricians  in the Wexford area.

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I am also Heather and have been reading for sometime so of the post going on here.

I am Heather 35 year old stay at home mom of a Daughter Emily  who is a 1 1/2 years old and Live in Lower Burrell which is off route 28 and not too far from the pittsburgh Mills mall.

I am despertly looking for other women who are in need of some new female friends.  I am going crazy now. I no longer have any kind of social life .. Looking to meet other women who have children around my daughters age.  Would love to be able to also go out with other women.

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Hello all. Well, I live in Indiana, but I found this site and what a relief to know there are other moms out there who feel the same way I do! (no time for self, lack of social life, etc.) However extremely grateful for my two year old daughter and husband. I live in a very rural area and all of my girlfriends live in INDY and are about and hour and a half away.

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i'm a new member and a mom of a 2-yr-old toddler. he's active, curious and impulsive qualities have him now labeled as "trouble" at daycare - based on teacher reaction/conversations.

as a first time mom, it's tough to gauge severity of behaviors such as wandering off from group activities (reading, group play, etc.,), hits when he wants a toy from another child, spit bubbles at mealtime (laughs & says it's funny), wants to be outside all the time, parallel play w peers and tantrums when he doesn't get his way. all seems behavior/emotions.

he excels cognitively. he has a great memory, knows his alphabets, counts up to 15, knows names of animals in 2 sets of cards (40 or more), memorized sequence of first 20 or so songs of his bedtime cd and can do puzzles meant for his age with ease - we've introduced him to traditional 12 piece puzzles.

the pediatrician says he seems normal. the issues are typical of his age. daycare teacher says it "needs attention." i've even scheduled time with a behavioral specialist for suggestions and evaluation.

are those valid concerns for his age or is the daycare asking a little much of someone his age? or does he seriously underdeveloped socially & emotionally?

thoughts and opinions much appreciated!!!

Hello all!     I'm writing to see if you might like to have your Blog listed in our National Moms Connect Blog Directory on my site, PittsburghKidsGuide.com.    

As seen on KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live yesterday, we are part of a nationwide network of online family guides, with over 1 million hits a month overall.    Among Blog listings, we offer a calendar of local events, listings and coupons for local family friendly places, and real parent reviews of these places.  

The listiing of your blog on my Moms Connect section will help others to benefit from your thoughts and writings.   It is free.   In fact, the extra bonus is that we will also periodically be able to offer our local bloggers free tickets to local shows/events through our Local and National Advertisers (like Disney and Feld Entertainment) in exchange for a "parent" review.    

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