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  1. Blue Hills?

    Yamamama posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Any opinions or

  2. How to become a Lactation Consultant?

    Yamamama replied to ndobrydnik's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Although I sat for the exam because I'm a long time mother to mother support counselor, I did spend 1.5 years with a mentor doing home visits prior to the first exam. I cannot stress how invaluable...

  3. Lightweight vs regular Littman?

    Yamamama posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I'm buying a stethoscope for school. Im looking at the Littman Classic II or the Littman Lightweight II. Does anyone have an opinion about either of these? I have some hearing loss in one ear so I...

  4. Certifications/learning while waiting

    Yamamama posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am starting nursing school this fall. I'm wondering if there are any, preferably online but not a deal breaker if not, classes/courses/certifications that you'd recommend I pursue during this summer...

  5. "Breastfeeding benefits overstated" study?

    Yamamama replied to hiddencatRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    And this is what is known as "research", folks. Let's combine babies who breastfeed once per week with those that exclusively breastfeed effectively invalidating results. Sheesh. Klone, you having...

  6. Fall 2014 students...what are you buying in preparation for school?

    Yamamama replied to 7237dallas's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks, kristina.judie. I just added them to MY Amazon cart too. Having Prime makes Amazon shopping too

  7. Lactation Consultant Courses

    Yamamama replied to nrsyann's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have been an IBCLC for 5 years and working with mothers and babies for many more. I worked very hard for my credentia,l literally taking years to achieve it and although the term " lactation...

  8. Dream positions...which would you choose?

    Yamamama replied to nursediesel's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Though I'm not a nurse yet, I work in a hospital in a level 3 NICU and mother/infant unit. So, caring for that population would be my choice. Very rewarding! And I often say that I work in the...

  9. Homework

    Yamamama posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am not the type to run and jump but have been throughly researching and rethinking my decision to start nursing school in the fall. I have a lot riding on this decision: I am married, with...

  10. Applying at 34...35

    Yamamama replied to klwinkleman's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am older than you, in my early 40's with a husband, children, and a job. I plan to start full time LPN program in September. We will be crazy

  11. on line programs

    Yamamama replied to mdcdlt123's topic in LPN to RN

    I know about Excelsior and WGU but I'd love to hear of

  12. How far do you travel?

    Yamamama replied to JayCimone's topic in General Students

    I am not in school yet but am applying to two schools for the fall. Both schools are 45 min -> 1 hour drive each way, and that is with no traffic which is a possibility with one of the schools. I...

  13. Is this possible?

    Yamamama posted a topic in General Nursing

    My mother (who is an RN, PhD) mentioned what I think is a nutty idea but I promised I would look into it. I am starting the process of nursing school. My state (MA) does not recognize any online...

  14. Is this possible?

    Yamamama replied to Yamamama's topic in General Nursing

    Yup. Thanks for all the messages. Like I said, I did not think this would fly but as a dutiful daughter I promised I'd

  15. Is this possible?

    Yamamama replied to Yamamama's topic in General Nursing

    And to be clear, I can't imagine getting an RN online either! Mom and her wacky ideas.

  16. Is this possible?

    Yamamama replied to Yamamama's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, spouse, kids, dogs, home, and a career - the works. No dorm for

  17. Is this possible?

    Yamamama replied to Yamamama's topic in General Nursing

    That's correct. I do not have my

  18. Less than 1 month to study?

    Yamamama replied to Hibbzem17's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    I have 2.5 weeks before my exam. I've ordered the ATI book and the Mometrix (sp?) book from Amazon because ALL of the TEAS books are out of my library system. They should arrive in 2 days and then...

  19. How to know if Nursing is right for you?!

    Yamamama replied to MrsPine09's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    MrsPine09, I think if you are questioning if you would like to take the plunge then you aren't ready. You know that no one on an internet forum (who doesn't know you) can really answer the question...