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Jackie
Is there a way everyone could be taxed like Canada or England for socialized medicine and health care?
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Hmm. We have socialized medicine in Australia too. If I had a heart attack, was airlifted to a cardiac unit, had a triple by-pass and was hospitalised for a month, then discharged with meds - I'd pay -----
absolutely NOTHING. The active word there is SOCIALIST which the US seems to be paranoid. There is a downside to this system of course - there can be long waiting lists for treatment, you do not have your choice of doctor and you have to go to a public (eg government owned hospital). We have private health cover as well. Since it is so expensive, a lot of people with insurance use the public hospitals, which leads to over crowding. The government here is now means testing income, so this does not occur. My father was a travel agent and would advise clients who travelled to the US to get the first plane back to Australia if they were ill (obviously, they couldn't if the illness was severe). I have even heard of pregnant women flying to Australia to have their babies - because as I said, it's free. It sounds like you have seen the film `Sicko` by Michael Moore - I was horrified by it, no one should have to pay for cancer treatment. It is a cruel system, set up for profit.
Hmm. We have socialized medicine in Australia too. If I had a heart attack, was airlifted to a cardiac unit, had a triple by-pass and was hospitalised for a month, then discharged with meds - I'd pay -----
absolutely NOTHING. The active word there is SOCIALIST which the US seems to be paranoid. There is a downside to this system of course - there can be long waiting lists for treatment, you do not have your choice of doctor and you have to go to a public (eg government owned hospital). We have private health cover as well. Since it is so expensive, a lot of people with insurance use the public hospitals, which leads to over crowding. The government here is now means testing income, so this does not occur. My father was a travel agent and would advise clients who travelled to the US to get the first plane back to Australia if they were ill (obviously, they couldn't if the illness was severe). I have even heard of pregnant women flying to Australia to have their babies - because as I said, it's free. It sounds like you have seen the film `Sicko` by Michael Moore - I was horrified by it, no one should have to pay for cancer treatment. It is a cruel system, set up for profit.
What have you bought for your baby?
Rosalilly
what are a list of things you are going to need for your baby that you've bought, recieved as a gift, or haven't gotten yet? How much has it all cost?
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Oh this is going to take ages to answer.... think of it as a human being stepping off a spaceship from God onto earth for the first time. what will he need? EVERYTHING.
first off, decide if you're going to breastfeed or bottle feed. this is your first concern. if B/f, then you need to educate yourself on eating the right foods, breastfeeding articles on how to teach baby to latch on correctly, and you have to buy breast pads, nipple cream and nursing bras. but thats pretty much it, so you'll save tons on money.
if Bottle-feeding you need BPA free bottles, sterlising equipment and the right formula for your child. youll want also accessories to buy and keep in case you go out with yoru child, so a bottle warmer would help if you're on the go. this can get expensive since a can of formula feeds my child about four days tops. plus time consuming, you're always sterilising bottles! buy and keep sterilising brush and teat brush, sterlising liquid too.
Next - clothes. get a lot of onesies, they're the best since she/he wil have several changes in a day and these are easy to take on and off. What temp is the country you live in right now? its pretty much summer everywhere except australia! so buy accordingly. temp is VERY imp when a child sleeps so dont over-dress or keep them too cool. buy blankets, thermal blankets, receiving blankets are REALLY imp. bibs, burp cloths, towels, fleece blankets, socks, caps, scratch mitts. clothes like onesies, pyjamas, pants, dresses and what have you can be bought in three stages ahead - newborn, 0-3, 3-6 so that you dont have to rush yourself shopping later. or you could wait to find out what size your child is and what colours suit him/her. this too is as expensive as the parents want to get. better to buy once for the baby you're having now, and then keep his/her clothes for the NEXT child if you're plannign more than one. that saves on money - in the long run at least!
You will need bath equipment - i already mentioned towels. get a baby bath range in a mild brand, johnsons is universal i think. massage oil is good if you're planning to give massages. nail clippers, hair and comb set, toothbrush, sponge.
Diapers or nappies? one is expensive and the ohter is eco-friendly and easy on the pocket but cleaning poo nappies can be a yucky job. if you're going with diapers get the right size in bulk it will save cash. also get diaper rash cream, wipes, lotion, nappy liner or diaper genie.
travel system if you're going to go out with baby you will need an infant car seat, stroller/pram. some mothers get carriers or mei tai's that they can hold the baby close to them. the first is expensive but the carriers are cheap, maclaren has gorgeous carriers but they're only good for upto 10-12 kgs.
at home equipment - swing, bouncer, bassinet, playgym, crib, changing station, dresser, storage area like closet. all of these depend on how deep your pocket is. if you're getting a nursery done it will take lots of cash to do up to the nines. if baby is sleeping in your room in the beginning then you will need a bassinet. some ppl co-sleep with their babies. READ UP on this before you do it. while you're at it, read up on sids too.
i hope this helps. writing it tired me out, i cant imagine how you must feel but good luck. its all worth it when you see your child using the things you lovingly bought and kept ready. :)
mother to a seven month old baby girl....
Oh this is going to take ages to answer.... think of it as a human being stepping off a spaceship from God onto earth for the first time. what will he need? EVERYTHING.
first off, decide if you're going to breastfeed or bottle feed. this is your first concern. if B/f, then you need to educate yourself on eating the right foods, breastfeeding articles on how to teach baby to latch on correctly, and you have to buy breast pads, nipple cream and nursing bras. but thats pretty much it, so you'll save tons on money.
if Bottle-feeding you need BPA free bottles, sterlising equipment and the right formula for your child. youll want also accessories to buy and keep in case you go out with yoru child, so a bottle warmer would help if you're on the go. this can get expensive since a can of formula feeds my child about four days tops. plus time consuming, you're always sterilising bottles! buy and keep sterilising brush and teat brush, sterlising liquid too.
Next - clothes. get a lot of onesies, they're the best since she/he wil have several changes in a day and these are easy to take on and off. What temp is the country you live in right now? its pretty much summer everywhere except australia! so buy accordingly. temp is VERY imp when a child sleeps so dont over-dress or keep them too cool. buy blankets, thermal blankets, receiving blankets are REALLY imp. bibs, burp cloths, towels, fleece blankets, socks, caps, scratch mitts. clothes like onesies, pyjamas, pants, dresses and what have you can be bought in three stages ahead - newborn, 0-3, 3-6 so that you dont have to rush yourself shopping later. or you could wait to find out what size your child is and what colours suit him/her. this too is as expensive as the parents want to get. better to buy once for the baby you're having now, and then keep his/her clothes for the NEXT child if you're plannign more than one. that saves on money - in the long run at least!
You will need bath equipment - i already mentioned towels. get a baby bath range in a mild brand, johnsons is universal i think. massage oil is good if you're planning to give massages. nail clippers, hair and comb set, toothbrush, sponge.
Diapers or nappies? one is expensive and the ohter is eco-friendly and easy on the pocket but cleaning poo nappies can be a yucky job. if you're going with diapers get the right size in bulk it will save cash. also get diaper rash cream, wipes, lotion, nappy liner or diaper genie.
travel system if you're going to go out with baby you will need an infant car seat, stroller/pram. some mothers get carriers or mei tai's that they can hold the baby close to them. the first is expensive but the carriers are cheap, maclaren has gorgeous carriers but they're only good for upto 10-12 kgs.
at home equipment - swing, bouncer, bassinet, playgym, crib, changing station, dresser, storage area like closet. all of these depend on how deep your pocket is. if you're getting a nursery done it will take lots of cash to do up to the nines. if baby is sleeping in your room in the beginning then you will need a bassinet. some ppl co-sleep with their babies. READ UP on this before you do it. while you're at it, read up on sids too.
i hope this helps. writing it tired me out, i cant imagine how you must feel but good luck. its all worth it when you see your child using the things you lovingly bought and kept ready. :)
mother to a seven month old baby girl....
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