Activity Centers: Myself
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Need Recommendations for Intellitainer-exersaucer-activity Center Type Toys
Asked by S.S. from Tampa
on July 22, 2010
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Hi, Moms! My daughter is 6 1/2 months old and has just outgrown the baby swing. We need to get her an activity center where she sits in it and can play. My son had ...
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- Babies should not be put in an upright sitting position like in an exersaucer because it strengthens the wrong groups of muscles. It also promotes toe walking. Babies ...
- We had an exersaucer and both of my boys loved it. Evenflo makes the best ones because they're collapsible for storage. There's also a cute fisher price free standin...
- I just wanted to say that if you are not opposed to slightly used things - check out the Once Upon a Child in Pinellas. I know there is one at Largo Mall. They sell ge...
Looking for a Mommy and Me Activity
Asked by S.W. from Philadelphia
on September 20, 2008
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I am looking for an activiy for me and my son to do. He will be one on October 17th and he is very inquisitive. I am looking for an activity like a music class or some...
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- Gymboree (not the store) offers music and art classes, as well as tumbling classes, for infants and toddlers on weekends and evenings. Its not real cheap, but also not...
- Hi S., I will echo two of the activities previously suggested -- the two I know more about. KinderMusic (Google for locations) and the YMCA. The Abington Y is a n...
- Hi, S., We just joined the YMCA this fall and are VERY impressed with the low prices. Our local Y is in Abington and has a nice facility and good classes - a toddl...
How Much Activity Do I Need?
Asked by J.C. from Lynchburg
on January 14, 2010
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A little over a year ago I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Being on the meds completely changed my life for the better! I've always struggled with my weight though....
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- Your primary care physician can give you ALL of those answers. Schedule an appointment! Also, what about doing a video after the kids are in bed? That might work.
- Something that I've been using is a website called http://www.Sparkpeople.com They have a food journal and will even recommend menus to you that meet the amount of...
- It's hard to know how much activity you need because it's completely dependent upon your metabolic levels, your caloric intake, stress, medications, etc. Unfortunat...
Daughter Will Not Participate in Any Activity
Asked by T.B. from Jacksonville
on September 11, 2007
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I realy need so help with this one. I don't know what to do. I have always been a sahm to my 3 yr. Old daughter. She has always been on a pretty regular schedule with ...
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- I think I was a lot like this when I was young. My parents said I used to panic at birthday/holiday parties and not want to particpate in any of the games. I just di...
- Hi T.! I think the best thing for you to do if you want her involved in social activities is to start out small. Since she has displayed a lot of shyness, it would pr...
- Hi T., I agree with Mimi H... let it ride as best you can, and don't press. I was incredibly shy by age 5 and focusing on it made it much, much worse. And yes, I ...
Activity for Preschooler
Asked by J.R. from Dallas
on July 31, 2007
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I am putting my 4 year old son into preschool twice a week this fall. I would like him to do something different and fun on one of the other days he's home. He's ver...
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- also -- look for the magazine called Ft Worth Child -- lots if ideas every publication. Local recreation centers(Keller Pointe - and Roanoke Center) have interesting c...
- SoccerTots is awesome! My 2 1/2 year old goes once a week. They have many locations in the metroplex. www.soccertots.net (i think)
- I actually teach Kindermusik in north Arlington and I would love to talk to you about your son. You can visit my website at www.artschild.com or email me at ____@____....
Seeking Activity Classes in the La Area
Asked by L.M. from Los Angeles
on February 9, 2008
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i am desperatly seeking a activity class for my 5yr.old daughter, shes done a dance class but now i cant seem to find anything in a reasonable price range to fit her i...
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- Try Gymnastics Olympica in Van Nuys- it's great!
- We love the Lenny Krayzelberg swim classes at the JCC on San Vicente - www.lennykswim.com. There are a lot of classes to choose from in several different price range...
- Try your local YMCA. Ours is very small yet offers dance, soccer, basketball, t-ball, swimming, gymnastics, and martial arts. If you are not a member the classes are a...
What Is the Right Level of Activity for a 3.5 Month Old?
Asked by I.S. from Boston
on October 7, 2009
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I've been struggling to strike the right balance between various activities in my 3.5 month old son's day. We would try to enage him almost all the time - reading to h...
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- Hi I., My daughter is 3.5 months old as well. We do engage her with many things throughout the day but she also has time to just play in her play gym for a bit whil...
- Engaging with your child doesn't mean overstimulating your child. Babies need down time just like everyone else. If your baby is relaxing in the swing and seems happy ...
- Oy. OY. A three month old newborn should NOT be left alone, but he doesn't need to be 'entertained' either. Newborns need to be with their mothers as they go abo...
In-Home Vs Center Daycare
Asked by C.K. from Madison
on December 8, 2011
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My husband and I work full-time and have our children in state-licensed in-home daycares. We have a 4 and 1 year old and love the home-setting and varied ages of the ...
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- We had a simliar dilemma when our 6yo son was first born. We live in a mostly rural area, and the only choices we had that were less than an hour to get to/from were ...
- We used a nanny service to find a wonderful woman who comes to our house. I wanted the personal care and didn't want to thrust my baby into a sea of strange children ...
- In these tough economic times, we’re all being cautious with our spending. Parents may be worried about hiring a nanny, thinking it’s too “luxurious” in light...
What Is the Best Childcare for My Children - Nanny or Daycare Center?
Asked by C.R. from Columbus
on March 18, 2011
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My children are currently 4 and 2 years old. We have had several changes regarding childcare in the past year and the most recent change was the hiring of a nanny las...
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- The daycare setting will give your kids more social interaction. However, since your kids have been at home if they start at a daycare, they WILL get sick alot. This...
- to be honest no one can tell you what is best it is what you are comfortable with. Would you feel better having them home with the Nanny or at a daycare I is you that...
- Depends on your nanny. We've had one for 3 years, and my kids are WELL socialized. They're at the playground or at playdates (that the nanny sets up, BTW) every singl...
Are Bouncing Activity Centers Safe?
Asked by S.A. from Dallas
on December 1, 2008
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I would like to buy a Bright Starts Activity Center, the Bounce Bounce Baby Supreme (Pink Collection). You can see it here: http://www.brightstarts.com/BSSub14x53x1x68...
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- I think those bouncers, like any toy/distraction aid, is good in moderation. Don't leave children in them for hours and encourage other types of activities that have ...
- My daughter played in a bouncer and never walked on her toes. The bouncer is used for such a short time to give you time to cook dinner/clean bathtub/mop floors and k...
- My kids used a walker and a door bouncer - both walk fine....it is about moderation....not using it all the time....only for short periods........both my kids used th...
