Re: hearing test
They just make you sign a waiver that you refused but after I read about a mama here who's baby failed the hearing test hmm.... Was a bit worried but my kids are so sensitive to noise so that quickly dispelled my worry the two times

I like this idea of shouting chai close to the baby

Firsttymum are you using dr E this time?

AdomMum:
Part 2:

Got to the exit point, nah hin the officer sent me for secondary inspection (on top say I no carry food ooo…these CBP Officers are not smiling. Washington POE officers dey form tough one kain).
I got to secondary inspection, waited for almost 2hours before they called my name.
CBP: Why are you visiting?
Me: Childbirth and Vacation
CBP: Do you have a hospital yet?
Me: Yes I do…was bringing out my hospital correspondence when the guy said I should give him all the documents in the folder so do not put any paper you do not want them to see in your hand luggage...cz you just may be asked for it. He went through all the papers one by one and was asking questions like; where does your husband work? Why isn’t he here with you? Is this your first baby? I see your payslips, how much is it in dollars? I see you notified the Embassy of your travel plans but this isn’t your first time of visiting…well, that’s good. How come the hospital gave you a good rate? It’s pretty expensive to birth there.And your airline allowed you to travel at 34wks...how come? my doctor deemed me fit to fly. Where do you work? How long are you here for? Have you contacted any church or government agency seeking for aid?
Sweeties, the questions kept coming but oh Lord, I was fully prepared with evidences and God was indeed on my side. So my confidence level was high.
CBP: Why did you choose to birth in the US? Why not UK since you’ve visited UK several times? Or is it because US gives automatic citizenship and UK does not.
Me: Not exactly Sir. It is because US has a better health care system compared to where I’m coming from. US is a developed country while my country is still developing.
CBP: Oh Madam, do not play games with me…be sincere. You are here for the citizenship… we meet a lot of pregnant women like you and we sure know how to deal with issues like this. So cut the games and tell me the truth.
Me: I’m being sincere Sir. I’m here because this is my first baby and I want the best health care I can get anywhere in the world. And you would agree with me that US has the best health care system.
Na hin the guy mute…lol
Last last he counted my money and then told me the usual conditions: tell the hospital to give you receipt of full payment and bring them with you on your next trip; you are not eligible for any kind of aid. If you do not meet these conditions, you definitely will be here for a very long time the next time you visit! Na hin the guy stamp me in for 6months. I thank am, thank my God and I walked away. I think the guy who interviewed me is from a POE like Chicago cz he mentioned something about Chicago to a lady who stood beside him.
To God alone be all the glory. Apologies for the long post…it was a pretty long experience.
Abeg if your story no tally or documents are not convincing enough; DO NOT GO THROUGH THIS POE because they sent every pregnant woman for secondary inspection irrespective of where they were coming from and whether you have food or not.

Apologies once again for the long post. I hope you've learned something from my experience. I will be keeping you posted on hospital parole. The Journey just began! wish me luck!

Congrats dear, swift delivery by God's grace.

mumzt:

no, I didn't pay extra. But didn't get a refund for spending just a day.

If I'm not wrong there is no 'one day package' so I doubt the fee will be cheaper or anyone can get a refund
even if you get to the hospital and put to bed in an hour and leave immediately that will fall under the two day package

Same thing If a c section mom spends only two days don't think she will get a refund

feddy27:


You have a good quote there. I paid 550+ for in hospital only

Very good quote o

tippex:
My people, it's N390 to $1 dollar now

Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

firsttymum:
Yanga dey sleep.... She's not bothered about bachelors

Why is her picture there? Abi her picture Na food too

ladyAy:


Yeah my travel agent said so today. Please people has anyone booked for BA on their own recently? if yes please how did you go about it if you were to use a rate lower than black market rate. I cant seem to find the option of reserving and paying at the bank. Please please any ideas will be welcome.

Only way is to pay with your card. The rate will depend on your bank rate. I used GTB and their rate was 340 but my husband bought a week later at 350 and now they have reduced their limit to $1000 per transaction.

simababe:


It's 6.5 hrs away from Queens ooo. So make I still stick with wyckoff, I just pray I birth tru normal delivery so that I go fit save dollars. Dh isnt smilling at all.

it's such a long journey from where you have family, don't worry God will continue to provide you and hubby so you can go and come from this missionary journey and save dollars like you wish because the rates ain't smiling at all, this era of change is bringing hardship I swear, how can dollar be 390 I that ridiculous please!

favoredgal:


Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

A resounding Amen!

Dollar is multiplying while salary is almost at a constant. Disposable income is thinning out.

chloe7:
Lool no mind the girl, why not bachelors why men whose wives are busy, some girls sha, smh

women and wahala..when someone offered to help cook good soup for your husband so that wives can relax unna still dey vex,

favoredgal:


Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

My dear, thanks for this powerful prayer. A lot of encourgement is needed this time around o.. I'm just trying to be positive and stay strong

simababe:


It's 6.5 hrs away from Queens ooo. So make I still stick with wyckoff, I just pray I birth tru normal delivery so that I go fit save dollars. Dh isnt smilling at all.

Simababe this your comment don make me laugh today. ABNORMAL delivery dey?Abi na vaginal delivery you been wan talk

Thanks for the info XX01. I noticed its only card payments on their website

XX01:


Only way is to pay with your card. The rate will depend on your bank rate. I used GTB and their rate was 340 but my husband bought a week later at 350 and now they have reduced their limit to $1000 per transaction.

Morning my people.

Please which bank is doing PTA and or Form A now.

Thanks.

Damborubaaa! I dey craze pur (for) my head? Economy can pit tu pall (can fit to fall), eeboon (even) me too, but you fiful mast bomit za loot (you people must vomit the loot)....

Naygeeriens, vee fatient! Kwo?

#EnterTheNinja!

favoredgal:


Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

Amen and Amen and Amen

Amen!!! Thanks dear...i wish you same and more!!

simababe:


Congrats dear, swift delivery by God's grace.

isysleek:
Morning my people.

Please which bank is doing PTA and or Form A now.

Thanks.

PTA- Access Bank and Stanbic IBTC

Amen!!!!!!

favoredgal:


Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

Feddy27,

I initially agreed for hearing test since it wasn't stated for payment on the bill from Dr F. So when they came and I asked,they say I go pay. I told them to give me the form to cancel it and I cancelled. I didn't get a copy that's my mistake but make I wait for Bill first.

hotmummy2015:


Shoe Shopping spree, Diaper shopping spree, all kinds of sprees

Babe, what are you still doing here? Planning another missionary journey? Lol.Hows your LO?
@nefertitiram how are you too? How's your little one.Keep up with the good work o.

isysleek:
Morning my people.

Please which bank is doing PTA and or Form A now.

Thanks.

For Stanbic, you will have to apply at least 3 weeks to your trip as a requirement

Popri:


For Stanbic, you will have to apply at least 3 weeks to your trip as a requirement

Except if you know someone high up to get it in 2 days.

Hello dear, I was able to pay through Form a at Diamond bank last week.
They claim to give PTA only if you have an xclusive account with them. You can just walk into a branch and make enquiries.

I also went to a Stanbic bank branch and I was told I could pay through Form A too. You can also get there to find out.

Hope this helps.

isysleek:
Morning my people.

Please which bank is doing PTA and or Form A now.

Thanks.

Hmmmm, Amen o. I tap into this prayer. Was at the bank this morning and I almost wanted to cry.
God is more than enough sha.

favoredgal:


Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

Amen in Jesus name for us all on this journey incl those prepping to go! God bless you favoured gal! 3M no dey reach again ooo, God help us all. Had accommodation arranged in ATL but I had to stick with my original birthing plans in TX cos I dnt want issues when it's time to renew.
Na my DH I carry gold medal give for this waka! May God keep upholding our DH IJN. It really does not matter what ur combined household income is, birthing in US these days is luxury oooo! Those who gave birth in US before this new CBN rule had a narrow escape. I just pray salaries are reviewed in Nigeria very soon. Personally, I dnt think I would visit US again except of crse my DH insists and I even have a lot to do sef. Tired of US & UK and Europe is not safe anymore sef.

favoredgal:


Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

Amen o

favoredgal:


Wow
@all, close your eyes let's say a special prayer for those embarking on missionary journey with this crazy dollar value

May God provide!!!!
According to his riches in glory

Amen

yes im due in december my email is missytosine@yahoo.com pls mail me

OMary83:
Hello mamas. Please, is there anyone due in November and headed to Chicago in October through December? A friend is looking for a flatmate as she has a very good 2 bedroom flat for a very reasonable price.Do PM me if you are interested.

Popri:


For Stanbic, you will have to apply at least 3 weeks to your trip as a requirement

Can I apply for PTA now, I am travelling last week of November.

Newmum15:
Babe, what are you still doing here? Planning another missionary journey? Lol.Hows your LO?
@nefertitiram how are you too? How's your little one.Keep up with the good work o.

awwww. yes na. planning for 2017. lol, nice to hear from you there, 2015 alumni,

Pls what rate is diamond bank using?

bouqounmie:
Hello dear, I was able to pay through Form a at Diamond bank last week.
They claim to give PTA only if you have an xclusive account with them. You can just walk into a branch and make enquiries.

I also went to a Stanbic bank branch and I was told I could pay through Form A too. You can also get there to find out.

Hope this helps.

hotmummy2015:


awwww. yes na. planning for 2017. lol, nice to hear from you there, 2015 alumni,

Hahahaha.....nice to hear from you too.More power to you on the next journey o, planning mine too but I'm def not heading to Atlanta ever again, seems all these Houston people have fun