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  1. Michi8
    Check with The Human Milk Banking Association of North America: Open Original Shared Link From there you can find out details, including locations. In Canada, there is a Milk Bank at the BC Women's Hospital in Vancouver. First, I'd argue that the immunilogical benefits of breastfeeding make it well worth the effort. Breastmilk, especially colostrum...
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    I'm not talking about necessary c-sections. And I won't argue the necessity of anyone's cesarean section, because I wasn't there, and I don't know the full story. I've had two (unwanted) c-sections that, looking back at my healthy pregnancies, details of my labour & birth records, and perfectly healthy babies, ended up being very much unnecessary. I went...
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    The same tests that are done for blood donation are done for milk donation, thus only donors who test negative (fore many tests including HIV) are accepted. In addition, women typically have HIV tests done during pregnancy, so there would likely be records from those tests as well. Michelle
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    The poll question confused me...I didn't know whether I could answer for both myself and my kids (who were breastfed much longer than I was), so I only answered for myself. I was breastfed for 4 months and fed solids early, starting with cereal. I have many, many allergies, eczema/psoriasis, asthma and GI issues. My children were all breastfed an average...
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    That is really sad. If someone thinks that breastfeeding is "gross" then what about birth? How in the world could a woman get through birthing a baby only to get grossed out about breastfeeding? Or is this why primary cesarean section by choice is allowed in North America? To keep birth clean? Hmmm...gotta keep everything as clean as possible...next we'll...
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    Donated, pasteurized mother's milk from a human milk bank. I highly recommend that those women who have an ample supply are able to pump to donate milk. It can be a lifesaver for premies or health-compromised newborns, especially if their mothers are unable to produce enough milk, and they can't tolerate formula. If you can't donate milk, then donate...
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    Food allergy testing can be hit or miss. Unfortuantely, just because a test is negative doesn't mean it's accurate. Your best bet is an elimination diet. Elimination diet is an effective way to determine intolerances as well. In terms of apple allergies, it is most often due to cross reaction with a pollen. I am very allergic to birch tree pollen, and...
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    Perhaps I misread the original post, but I thought it was a group decision to go to Applebee's. Michelle
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    I don't blame you for ranting! How insensitive of your coworker. Sometimes people just don't get it, and can't think past their own needs/desires. Michelle
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    I had a gastroscopy in November, and just got the results in January. From what I understand the dr didn't take enough samples from my duodenum, so I don't know if the negative result is accurate or not. She did find gastritis and a hiatal hernia though (and diagnosed chronic fatigue?!!...don't know if she's qualified to diagnose that one!...guess it's better...
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    Yes, I do realize that...and I appreciate you confirming that info. I wasn't sure, though, if eating wheat or gluten grains may not have some affect on the lower intestines and colon...especially if it's an issue of allergy vs. intolerance, and whether there is any other health issue going on such as colitis or crohn's. My logic was that, since I was...
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    Because I second guessed myself, and am too chicken to call the dr (and her snarky receptionist) for clarification about whether I need to be eating gluten for this test or not (when the appointments were booked 6 months ago she had originally told me I need to keep eating gluten.) My head tells me "no, I don't need to" but apparently I'm not listening to...
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    Glad you laughed! I find it very hard to get rid of dairy...it's in so much food, even in things you would least expect (like soy cheese!)...guess it's very much like gluten in that regard. It's become especially problematic for our family in that my son needs to try going dairy free again, but it's hard to find prepackaged lunch snacks that are both...
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    chocolatelover, I'm having the same experience. Negative blood, negative endo (though the GI found hiatal hernia and gastritis...plus said it's IBS and added the diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome?!) Anway, I was off gluten for a month and feeling good, but decided to eat it again before my colonoscopy next month. Don't think it will make much difference...
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    I like sweet, girly drinks (bellinis are my favourite ) It does take me a looooong time to finish a drink though, so I don't often have "too many." But it sure does hit the spot in the summer! Michelle
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    Wow, I had no idea that Smirnoff Ice is so different between the US and Canada. Smirnoff.com has a list of FAQs that address the difference, and I found a blurb in Wikipedia that talks about the differences: There are two different products by the name of Smirnoff Ice. One, sold in the United States and France, is a citrus-flavoured malt beverage (5% ABV...
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    Unagi is eel...I believe it is BBQ'd? Umami is the sense of taste for MSG. Michelle
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    A couple of those things can be good when prepared the right way. Brussel sprouts, for example, with the right recipe and careful cooking can be quite good. If you cook the heck out of it though, it becomes inedible...I guess that's pretty much like any veggie...can't stand them mushy! I'm one of those who doesn't much like coriander, but, again, it depends...
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    ARCHIVED Hiatal Hernia

    Michi8 replied to Lisa's topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    Sounds to me like it may be an abdominal hernia of some sort. Definitely worth seeing the doctor. Michelle
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    ARCHIVED Hiatal Hernia

    Michi8 replied to Lisa's topic in Related Issues & Disorders

    I was going to say the same as jayhawkmom. You wouldn't likely be feeling a hiatal hernia in that area. Is it possible you have a different type of hernia though? Has your GI suggested you need surgery? My endoscopy results showed a hiatal hernia and gastritis...I need to be careful about the foods I eat, and be aware of how I move (exercise, sleeping...
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    The uterus is an important part of the female anatomy, so to have it removed can certainly affect the positioning of the surrounding organs and tissues. As I understand it, it could affect the bladder due to organ prolapse (somewhat common after hysterectomy.) I would expect there could also be some complications with the bladder if it is adhered to the uterus...
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    I didn't think that you "started" anything. I thought it was worth mentioning that it's common practice to rinse all grains before cooking anyway, so there's really no need for a manufacturer's label. Michelle
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    I don't think it's all that new though...it's been a product in natural grocers for a long time. Though, I suppose if the manufacturers are actively trying to gain new customers it might makes sense. I believe that you would want to rinse other whole grains and dried legumes before cooking as well...it's as much to remove starch or coating on the grains as...
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    Most packaged plain grains don't have instructions. It's a good idea to rinse rice before cooking as well. Michelle
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    Hi Cottage_Soul, I think you're wise to try all of your options before hysterectomy. Hysterectomy can have a profound effect on your health and emotional well-being, and comes with a whole host of potential side-effects (one of which is pelvic pain), so should never be done "lightly." Unfortunately, it's a surgery that is performed more often than it...
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