Hello @merrymom, I'm just about 2 weeks old on this thread. Can u pls share ur el paso story. I intend having my twins there. I also intend paying all my bills before going to avoid all the poe stories. Pls pls share. I know u r a bit busy now cos of baby.

MerryMom:
Hello Fam,

Great to see people still helping out her. To God be the glory, I'm back in Naija aka hustle unlimited after enjoying the serenity of El Paso with my 3 weeks old baby.

I can remember when I opened this thread as I had no clue of what to do until I did a google search and it showed up.

I'm trying to settle down now. I know I still owe gist of childbirth experience at El Paso. I will combine it with gist about getting docs, zero balance etc by tomorrow.

God bless us all. The Almighty will continue to perfect our plans. Amen.

@mamaomas,
If u can, why don't u use your visa for the purpose of which u got It? I mean, u can travel even without hubby maybe in march/april for vacation which may nt exceed 1week. I think we should thread carefully as has been emphasized here times without number. Let us nt destroy the bridge for other people to pass. Sorry for judging u Buh I feel u knew u were pregnant but hid it from d VO. Madam, biko, if u av d means, go for vacation 1st. Tnx.

Hi,I hope am ot going against the rule here.please pardon me if I am, I am also expecting and contacted the guys @elpaso and felt I should share their reply with u since u are also interested.I used them for my son last year and intend going back later this year by God's grace .Good day,
>>
>> The cost for multiple birth is $8225 and below is a breakdown of the
>> services. Thank you and let me know if you have any additional
>> questions.
>>
>> Cesarean Delivery*
>>
>> Hospital Package $3825
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>> Obstetric Package $2800
>>
>> Pediatrics $300
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>> ____________________________
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>> Total* $6925
>>
>> *For twins $1,300 will be added to the total price plan
>>
>> Best,
>>
>> Melissa Gamez
>> Doctores Para Ti
>>

k711:
Hello @merrymom, I'm just about 2 weeks old on this thread. Can u pls share ur el paso story. I intend having my twins there. I also intend paying all my bills before going to avoid all the poe stories. Pls pls share. I know u r a bit busy now cos of baby.

Thanks babysykes. I'm looking forward to a pleasant experience.

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[quote author=mamaomas post=30366636
Now 2 my questions... I have a valid US Visa which I obtained in November, was a few weeks pregnant at the time which I was unaware of (suspected though). VO asked if I was and my response was 'not to my knowledge".

Based on what you wrote, two things can happen: Turn you back at POE or cancel your visa if you send the letter of notification. It's best you use it for the first reason you applied the visa for which was vacation before child birth

@greenkamsy Thanks for ur response, d intention at the time of application was for vacation purposes and to be very sincere our decision to have d baby was an after thought after we had gotten our visas...at the time of application we didn't even think of having a baby there and yes I suspected I was pregnant but I didn't feel the need to give a straight forward answer since 1, It wasn't Confirmed and 2, at the time of visa interview,birthing in d states hadn't even crossed our minds.. Anyway travelling for vacation now is not even an option now cos of d extra expense and some other logistics....but thanks anyway for the suggestion I think we will just arm ourselves with all d supporting evidence that we can and hope for the best at POE.

NB: rembr I said I'm all up for the letter to d embassy option as I feel it's d safest option going by what I've been reading here.. it's just hubby that is sceptical and I can't force him... so I wouldn't Intentionally "destroy bridges for others to pass"



quote author=greenkamsy post=30370788]@mamaomas,
If u can, why don't u use your visa for the purpose of which u got It? I mean, u can travel even without hubby maybe in march/april for vacation which may nt exceed 1week. I think we should thread carefully as has been emphasized here times without number. Let us nt destroy the bridge for other people to pass. Sorry for judging u Buh I feel u knew u were pregnant but hid it from d VO. Madam, biko, if u av d means, go for vacation 1st. Tnx.[/quote]

So I finally made it to Orlando in one piece! Flight was excellent and POE was smoother than smooth.

For the preggies planning to fly Delta, please pay the extra cash for economy comfort, made all the difference for me- more space, closer to the front of the plane and the cabin crew treat you nicer I was lucky to get the very first row so I had enough space to place my hand luggage as a footstool to manage my swelling feet.

Got to Atlanta before 6am and there were 3 other flights before ours, so the place was full. Waited in line for about 45mins, CBP officer asked the usual why are you here, I told him to have my baby, asked how much cash, I said $2k+, asked if I had paid the hospital and I said no that the rest of the cash was in my bank of America account. We ended up gisting about the Superbowl and NBA all star weekend coming up. He stamped me in for 6 months and if not for the dried fish my aunty forced me to carry, I won't have had to go into secondary inspection.
All in all, I thank God for a safe journey and stress free POE experience.
I noticed they were seizing a lot of naija food sha, Indomie included, I saw egusi, beans, so for those planning to carry food, be careful with what you pack.
Looking forward to my doctor's appointment and hospital tour tomorrow

All the successful visas, poe, affordable hospitals,deliveries cos peeps in this forum took out time to share their experiences..May God bless you all
Pls I need a doctor in Conroe Texas. My host referred me to Dr fagobun which is about 1.20 mins drive from her place to oakbend. That means I go don born before we get to the hospital.
Pls can anyone help with a Dr in conroe. Thanks

Shawbabe:
Hello everyone,

I have read ALL 93 pages of this thread and want to say thanks to everyone who shared their experience in some sort of way! U guys are outstanding, made my research easy pezy!!

All I want to as is are there any April 2015 mums in the house?? I am 6 weeks gone, and wanted to make sure they'll be Nigerians at either MIHS or El Paso during that period (haven't decided which one I'm choosing. Have to lay out presentation and powerpoint of the two for the hubby first LOL).

I want to travel with my mum first and then I want my husband to join us 1st of April because I refuse to have this child or children (might be twins alone! Since I didn't MAKE them alone). Sides it's my first pregnancy and I've always wanted to experience giving birth with my hubs holding my hand for moral support! Anyway I digress, but if any of you ladies are due that period and will be in Phoenix or El Paso, pls just indicate.

Also I hope the accommodations close to these hospitals have Internet access and Tv coz I don't wanna be bored outta my mind! Still want to catch my shows online and skype with the hubby!

Than ks people!

Hi shawbabe..have u decided if you are using El Paso? I'm coming to El Paso by God's grace in April..let's hook up if possible to talk more. U can send me an email.

Based on what you wrote, two things can happen: Turn you back at POE or cancel your visa if you send the letter of notification. It's best you use it for the first reason you applied the visa for which was vacation before child birth[/quote]

@ Flowers hmmmmmm ...I really really wish I could travel 1st for vacation but it just won't be possible again. ..I'm aware of this 2 possibilities. . Was just hoping for an alternative. .All the same we'll brave it and hope for the best, with plenty prayers too..Luckily our POE will be New york ( heard it's not soo tough there)
Thanks a lot.

P0rtHarc0urtB0y:
With our hearts filled with joy and our mouths filled wth laughter,we give God all the glory for the arrival of our new bouncing baby boy last night @ El Paso, Texas. United States of America.


Speial thanks to @ Miri7b5N for staying with my wife during labor....may the good God always rise to your occassion.....i'm very grateful....i'd ve suffered cardiac arrest yesterday if not for your updates......thanks! thanks!! and thanks!!!

@P0rtHac0urtB0y I know this is coming late but that's because I just saw this while going through this thread. How are your wife and boy doing? Pls can I send you an email? I would like to find out which hospital you used in El Paso and how much you paid for circumcision and who did it amongst other things. I am due for El Paso in April and I need a lot of info to plan. I will really appreciate your response.

Regards

mamaomas:


Based on what you wrote, two things can happen: Turn you back at POE or cancel your visa if you send the letter of notification. It's best you use it for the first reason you applied the visa for which was vacation before child birth

@ Flowers hmmmmmm ...I really really wish I could travel 1st for vacation but it just won't be possible again. ..I'm aware of this 2 possibilities. . Was just hoping for an alternative. .All the same we'll brave it and hope for the best, with plenty prayers too..Luckily our POE will be New york ( heard it's not soo tough there)
Thanks a lot.

My sister i would advice you to follow your heart and make the trip.most of on this forum are not experts on these matters neither do we work with cbp,so we dont know it all, we just advice based on experience,it would have been better if you had told the vo you were pregnant when they asked,but as you said you were not even sure then yourself I would advice you to be fully prepared (enough cash at poe,doctors corespondence etc) I have heard of people with similar stories that were successful and also others that were turned back too, Just be truthful and prayerful

mrsshen:


Hi shawbabe..have u decided if you are using El Paso? I'm coming to El Paso by God's grace in April..let's hook up if possible to talk more. U can send me an email.

Lol yall need to stop quoting posts from August last year. A lot has happened since then.

No I'm not using El paso anymore

MamaTobenna, chai! Na so you wan leave me here without info on the LA hospital. Biko help a sister! Resend the email. I didn't get it. Dalu o!

MamaTobenna:
Getting ready to port in a matter of days. By God's grace, will post successful flight and poe story soon. Pls if you
hear of any airline promos, biko help post here o. Looking for cheap and short flights for hubby and son

Shawbabe:


Lol yall need to stop quoting posts from August last year. A lot has happened since then.

No I'm not using El paso anymore

Ok Shawbabe..thanks. For your reply..Cheers.

lesplus1:
All the successful visas, poe, affordable hospitals,deliveries cos peeps in this forum took out time to share their experiences..May God bless you all
Pls I need a doctor in Conroe Texas. My host referred me to Dr fagobun which is about 1.20 mins drive from her place to oakbend. That means I go don born before we get to the hospital.
Pls can anyone help with a Dr in conroe. Thanks

NB: a friends wife sent this to me however she had her son 3 years ago. Also, she has a family member who works there so do your research.
Conroe regional hospital. Natural birth was $2000, epidural was about $845.
I paid an extra $300 for two days because he didn't pee till the second day he was born.
Doctor's office was $1300.
But basically, we should have spent about $5000 total, inclusive of scans, blood work, other things

[quote author=MamaTobenna post=30346331]Getting ready to port in a matter of days. By God's grace, will post successful flight and poe story soon. @mamatobenna,I just spoke with Dr Mbagwu and intend using him also but still skeptical about accommodation.How did u get ur accommodation pls?am an April mum but will be in inglewood California middle of feb.thanks

[quote author=supamom post=30369341]Hi mamas pls need a favor o.
Which part of Pennyslavania you dey

baauh:
I am not a troll. neither I have that much time to behave like troll. My circumstances make me behaving like this. My in-laws really hurt me.

I have read US passport website that if I don't give consent ( Form 3053). they can still use form DS-5525 to claim that father is not reachable. Is that easy to use DS-5525.
If they are able to use form DS-5525 will she be declared as single mother. Any idea on implications on DS-5525.
http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/passports/under-16.html

I will tell you one more time my brother.... If you indeed told the consular officer about paying $10k when you did not to get that visa...DO NOT USE IT. Tell your wife to send you a scanned copy of any document she has that will shade more light on this insurance matter.
(she can snap a few pages and send through whatsapp)Anyone telling you to go ahead and travel with this visa doesn't realize the full implications. Use that ticket money towards paying down your child's hospital debt.
If your wife decides to go the DS5525 route instead of providing the insurance documents then she will have to swear an affidavit stating the reason why your consent cannot be gotten. Do you even know the name of your baby? The hospital your wife delivered in etc? This is the time to begin digging yourself out of the mess and not get entangled in more mess. Do not travel with that visa! You will have many more opportunities to travel but in the meantime do this the right way. Do not burn the bridge for others intentionally. I will not say anymore on this topic. Back to preggy n poe gist Jare..My 4cents.

[quote author=Heliano post=30376505][/quote]

@ Heliano and Supamom, Pls kindly share information about hospital costs in pennsylvania. It would be really appreciated. Thanks.

[quote author=Heliano post=30376505][/quote]

Am in grove city.

jyde2014:


@ Heliano and Supamom, Pls kindly share information about hospital costs in pennsylvania. It would be really appreciated. Thanks.

The doctor and hospital am using doesnt have price quote till after services are rendered so will only know after baby comes but am using insurance from my job so dont know if price will be same as selfpay.

@justwise, can u assist please? In need of info concerning affordable hospital & doc in Chicago ....thanks

akindolz:
Someone please help me!

akindolz:
@justwise, can u assist please? In need of info concerning affordable hospital & doc in Chicago ....thanks

There's a doctor Akere everyone's talking about in Chicago (i say that because like 4 people have asked me if I'm using him) I think he's affiliated with St Anthony hospital. Please Google that to be sure though I'm not using him I'm using another hospital and doctor but he comes highly recommended.
Good luck.

The hospital was Northshore LIJ New York. I have birth certificate too bearing me as father name. she send me on whatsapp before this fuss.
I checked the hospital website they don't share any information or any other thing without the patient consent.
I guess the bill of this hospital on new York must be very very high.
My wife & father in law is not sharing the insurance company name.
I want to try towards hospital since I have the birth certificate copy to get any records. will they help. Also any idea about the cost of this hospital. My wife had normal delivery.

Amother4life:




I will tell you one more time my brother.... If you indeed told the consular officer about paying $10k when you did not to get that visa...DO NOT USE IT. Tell your wife to send you a scanned copy of any document she has that will shade more light on this insurance matter.
(she can snap a few pages and send through whatsapp)Anyone telling you to go ahead and travel with this visa doesn't realize the full implications. Use that ticket money towards paying down your child's hospital debt.
If your wife decides to go the DS5525 route instead of providing the insurance documents then she will have to swear an affidavit stating the reason why your consent cannot be gotten. Do you even know the name of your baby? The hospital your wife delivered in etc? This is the time to begin digging yourself out of the mess and not get entangled in more mess. Do not travel with that visa! You will have many more opportunities to travel but in the meantime do this the right way. Do not burn the bridge for others intentionally. I will not say anymore on this topic. Back to preggy n poe gist Jare..My 4cents.

Hi, I had contacted him earlier though not going to Chicago again. here's his email address: aakere@sbcglobal.net

Attached is the price quote sent by his account department.

akindolz:
@justwise, can u assist please? In need of info concerning affordable hospital & doc in Chicago ....thanks

nelly2012:
MamaTobenna, chai! Na so you wan leave me here without info on the LA hospital. Biko help a sister! Resend the email. I didn't get it. Dalu o!

. I have resent again o

[quote author=OMary83 post=30376492][/quote]. I am staying with family but someone told me the doc can arrange accommodation too

Hi Dear, so any options you might be considering? what airline are you using? you can send me an email: riodgem@gmail.com

mabels:


Am a June mom, using Dr. Fagbohun and oakbend. Heading out in may. Bought my ticket last month bt no accommodation yet

akindolz:
@justwise, can u assist please? In need of info concerning affordable hospital & doc in Chicago ....thanks

You have more than enough info in this thread already, far too many info is shared already that will help you.

People telling you that they are afraid of sharing info here are just silly and with interior motives.

Good morning all,

Please who knows where I can buy a good pregnancy pillow. Biko help a sister out, sleeping at night is getting more difficult by the day.

Thanks.