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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by feddy27: 12:40pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Ok, since I can't sleep now, lemme share my experience: 1. I flew from PH to lag, on getting to PH airport, Aero refused to fly me cos I was 32weeks+4days! Said their policy for preggies is 32weeks, like joke like joke, flight took off without me after they have even issued boarding pass! So I quickly bought arik dat has 34wks policy and got a refund from aero. Arik still had to confirm from pilot before they accepted and took my fit to travel. 2. Got to lag, no worries at all. Checked in with KLM, they didn't ask for fit to fly.Arranged passenger assistance for my gran cos she came with me. Declared my $10k cash to naija custom. 3. At Amsterdam, dey asked my purpose of traveling to the USA, told them vacation and child birth. 4. I arrived Minneapolis as planned, used fast track cos I got passenger assistance. CBP: first took my finger print + gran's own. Why are you here? Me: vacation and child birth CBP: Who is dis woman to you and wht she is here Me: My granma and to assist when baby arrives CBP: Gave my passport to an officer and asked to follow him At Secondary inspection, I was the only one there. 5 minutes after, an officer came and called me alone. He asked the following questions: Why are you in the USA? Vacation and child birth. Asked for doctor's letter, presented Dr Fagbohun's letter to him, studied it extensively. Asked how much cash I had, told him $10k, asked of naira, said 580naira so he changed it to $10, 002 and declared I had above 10k. Gave me a form to fill. Asked if I told the VO my intention and I said I didn't do interview but Dropbox and so I had to send the embassy a mail of my travel intent. Asked where I work, if they were paying my bills, told him no that I'm paying for myself. Asked about my husband, his job and others. The whole session took like 30mins cos he was seriously typing and I think the system was kinda slow too. He didn't bother counting my cash. Asked how much my gran has and what she came to do in d US and who brought her. After all, he stamped us B2 for 6 months and advised that I keep all receipts. Our bags were not searched. The whole process made me miss my connecting flight to Houston and Delta rescheduled at no extra cost. Lessons learnt: Be confident and straight forward. Every little counts like informing the embassy. I didn't get the regular response only auto response but I was fine because there is an evidence that I informed them. A very special thanks to members of this thread for your unreserved way of sharing information. God bless you all that answered NICELY when questions where asked especially Prolify ! She's such an amazing virtual friend ! Led me all through from Dropbox application up until POE ! God bless you dearie and your lil one. Thanks to Tvegas for his comprehensive guide. It is really helpful. Oya lemme try to sleep, still need to sort out accommodation. I'll share when I'm done too. 21 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by FinanceFitness: 12:41pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Hello house, congrats to all the new moms and successful entries. Had my baby at Elpaso the last time and not sure I want to go back there for now. Considering Atlanta. I've seen that the only affordable hospital is Northside with Gwinnett now expensive. Anyone here with experience in Atlanta and at Northside an the all inclusive cost for CS delivery? And accommodation tips, transportation, shopping e.t.c. Please help |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by mrsmo: 1:06pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Good morning peeps. If any one is still looking for accommodation in Houston, around SH 6, u can send me a mail to get the details. Regards 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by IyawoToBe(f): 1:22pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
FinanceFitness:Shuo ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by Larondoo22: 1:36pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
mamanjai:yes I did,but I doubt if dey will allow you,I was only allow becos she needs assistance |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by FinanceFitness: 1:36pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Lol, yes o. They will have 15/16 months between them though. And they will both be on the same visa - lol, I will certainly be interviewed when it is time to renew! IyawoToBe: 7 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by FinanceFitness: 1:39pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
@Larodoo, she will be fine on her own. When my mum went, I included all my documents including hospital details, accommodation. And she came after me with only $1k or so. Just give her all your own burden of proof and cover all of them with a letter as her sponsor. Larondoo22: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by IyawoToBe(f): 1:40pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
FinanceFitness:Wow that's great! Congrats ![]() People like Phema should take a cue from this. Time waits for no man ![]() 5 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by Vineb: 1:49pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
FinanceFitness: No time for dulling Ooo, you are maximizing your US VISA. Congrats 3 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by ozycy: 2:56pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
FinanceFitness:. Oh yeah, I tot I was the only one already preparing for another birthing journey and using the same visa for 2 babies. Though my oda baby will be 20months older. Let's go there ![]() ![]() ![]() 9 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by kizluv(f): 3:34pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
FinanceFitness: IyawoToBe: Congrats dearie, you may not be called for an Interview, my friend did the same thing. 2 babies under one visa, and she did dropbox. The Lord is your strength. Is it just me or my pregnancy moves very slowlyyyyy. Chai.... IyawoToBe, please where are you headed ? My doctor is charging 800 for delivery ooo. Sure your won't come and join me in mobap ![]() |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by mabels: 4:45pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
IyawoToBe: Pls tell them o. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by mabels: 4:49pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
[quote author=kizluv post=31171307] My doctor is charging 800 for delivery oo. Abeg kizluv, where is the doctor |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by Arisbel(f): 4:59pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Good day everyone, congrats to all new Mamas. Please is there any June Mum planing to travel in May to MIHS Phoenix? Would have loved to use Elpaso but they don't offer VBAC so am porting to MIHS. 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by nefertitiram: 6:09pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
FinanceFitness: Well, I filled for my hubby as well, there wasn't any difference. Like I said, depends on the answers given per section that leads to further questions 2 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by pattyreal(f): 6:16pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Arisbel: Ma friend had a Vbac yestrday @ MIHS. It went soooo well. 4 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by kizluv(f): 6:36pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
@ Mabels Missouri baptist hospital oh, they charged me 2900 for delivery and 100 for each check up. I went to discuss with the financial lady. Said am self pay, if they can wave the 100 dolls on each visit. She open computer, open book, ask me like 3 times. Your self pay? I said yes. She finally Said 800, but I would pay the 100 for each visit and pay the 800 before delivery. I had one visit last week, would probably have 2 or 3 more before delivery. 6 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by mamanjai: 6:46pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
oas99: oas99: Shawbabe: Larondoo22: Thank you all. I guess she would go alone, not ready to face those VOs jare. Grateful! |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by nefertitiram: 6:50pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
kizluv: Ds is wonderful info o! Abeg, doc fees nko? |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by Nogen: 7:01pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
mamanjai: You might not be allowed in. I went with my mum but didn't get in with her as they insisted I wasn't needed even though I filled the form for her. She went in with every necessary documents but none was asked for eventually. She was given a 2 year multiple. Just prepare her with the necessary documents in case the VO asks for them. She will be fine. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by mamanjai: 7:09pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Alright, thank you Nogen: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by mamanjai: 7:12pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Alright, thank you Nogen: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by shade16(f): 7:14pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
TeesMom: There's someone who came with 2 nannies to El paso |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by IyawoToBe(f): 8:05pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
kizluv:Yeeeeeh!!! 800? ![]() ![]() |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by Nita2013: 8:18pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
It depends on ur mum's age. I went inside with my mum last year June in abuja (she was 69yrs). I was allowed to go inside with her and I also stood with her while d VO was askin her questions. I was d one with d documents though non was requested. Another lady came inside with her mum but d VO that interviewed d mum told her to step aside while her mum is been interviewed. D lady tried to explain to d VO that her mum could not speak or understand English but d VO invited an interpreter for her mum thus d interview was conducted with yoruba. D mum got d visa though. mamanjai: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by wayinoma: 8:43pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
[i][/i @kizluv pls can you kindly send me details of this hospital via email. Oyewunmij@gmail.com .am new.here and yet to get a hang on how to send pms thanks soooo much kizluv: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by Luckychild2015: 9:05pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Yes Doctors fees is included, u will have to call the women's health centre to book an appointment. Then mail Christine ur appointment details, then she will send u an appointment letter. I hope this helps. Goldenheart88: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by shelly23: 9:17pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
You may just have discovered the pre-hike MIHS lol! $800 is too good to be true haba! You might as well put up the hospital's details before people bombard you with PMs. kizluv: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by oas99(f): 9:19pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
My dear kizluv, pls could u explain to us better on this 800naira hospital, sorry 800$ hospital, I'm sure a lot of us are interested is it doc's fees or hospital fees or the total package ![]() kizluv: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by mabels: 9:43pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
[quote author=oas99 post=31180799]My dear kizluv, pls could u explain to us better on this 800naira hospital, sorry 800$ hospital, I'm sure a lot of us are interested is it doc's fees or hospital fees or the total package ![]() Pls even accommodation if possible. Tnx a lot |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by kizluv(f): 9:51pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
Sorry o, just seeing all the PM 's Hospital name Missouri baptist hospital , st Loius, missouri. The hospital has very very good reviews. I got the details from this humble thread. Page 19. Hospital fee- 2600 for 48hrs after delivery ( you pay 30 days to your edd) Doctors fee - 800 to take your delivery. ( it was 2900 they told me when I was in Nigeria, when I came. They gave me that fee for self pay. Provided I pay before delivery) then 100 per doctors appointment. Ultrasound - 150. I brought an ultrasound I did 2 days to my travel , doc said he won't do ultrasound unless very necessary. my doctors name is - Timothy philpott. I would send number to PM's Pathology Inc (labs)- i dont know yet ( my doctor was kind enough to take all my test from Nigeria. Apart from the once written with biro (idiots, msceeeww) but he said because I am self pay, he would giv me till my next appointment to get them. My husband is trying to get them on hard copy instead of biro. If we can't get them, he said I would do syphilis, hiv and hep B. The rest he's okay with. Pediatrician - some say 100 per check up , some 150 per check up. Am still searching for. Epidural - 800 . ( I go rough am, I am no using it) about accommodation, I don't know ![]() 12 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by kizluv(f): 9:52pm On Feb 28, 2015 |
[quote author=mabels post=31181416][/quote] Lmao @ I wish. |
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