Bad influence: Older Child
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9-Year-old Asking About Sex
Asked by G.H. from Cincinnati
on September 8, 2008
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My daughter has asked me what the word sex means and what sex is. She is 9. I explained to her that some questions are very difficult to answer and that I would like s...
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- I was a Psych major in college and in 2 different classes, 2 very moral great professors advocated for teaching kids about sex pre-pubescent, so 9 is a great age. Oth...
- I just experience this with my 10 yr daughter. She had details because one of the girls googled sex and told them about it on playground. I had no option but to discus...
- some times honesty with out a lot of detail is enough to gross them out..sex= something married people do in the privacy of their bedroom with private parts EWE MOM B...
Negative Influence
Asked by J.H. from Lima
on May 16, 2009
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I need serious help! My daughter just turned 6 and is usually well behaved. My 10 year old niece is quite different. She acts outs for attention all the time, has no r...
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- First of all, tell your six-year-old before your next interaction that the niece doesn't do things that are safe, and that it makes you scared when she does the same t...
- Letting her get away with this will make life as she grows older more difficult because she will have always gotten her way. You and your sister must talk to see what ...
- You're the parent - and if your child was running towards a burning building, you'd get her away from it at all costs - right? Well, your neice is the burning buildin...
9 Year Old Step Daughter
Asked by R.W. from Dallas
on November 5, 2009
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I have a 9 year old step daughter. I have had a bit of a challenge with the discipline. She lives with her grandparents the other half of the time. They have no other ...
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- First of all, it's sounds like from the situation that this child needs a lot of love. It sounds like you are trying to give her that but keep it up. It is the most im...
- Here's how we handle irresponsibility with my daughter and nephew. At home, if you leave your things out (like dinner dishes just left on the table) that means you vol...
- I think you have already arrived at the best solution. Don't buy her expensive things. Some children (and some adults for that matter) don't take care of things. It's ...
PG-13 Movie for 9-Year Old Birthday Party
Asked by N.S. from Chicago
on May 19, 2010
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My soon-to-be 9-year-old SD wants to have her birthday party at the movie theater when her favorite movie comes out, Eclipse. She is totally into the Twilight movies a...
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- It seems to me like you've given your daughter some excellent alternatives to having a full blown Eclipse movie party. It's up to her to choose one of the alternative...
- "Eclipse" is not appropriate for a 9 year old. I think sending out invitations is inappropriate and irresponsible. One of the hard lessons in life our children need ...
- I love the Twilight Saga (books & movies), but I would not let my boys (8 y/o & 4 y/o) see them becasue they would give them nightmares. However my boys are very much ...
Do You Feel Bad When No One Wants to Be Your Childs Friend?
Asked by M.M. from Detroit
on June 24, 2011
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Our 6 year old started a new Summer Camp this week and LOVES it. The camp is on a FARM…we live in the city and this place is 2 mins from us, so kind of crazy. They...
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- Yes, girls are mean. Also, it is a rare child who can see another child's needs and try to meet them. I'd talk to the adults there about this dilemma. It sounds ver...
- Sounds like she's having fun whether she's enjoying with another person or not. Some kids do well alone. If you are making her feel like something is wrong by emphas...
- It sounds like it is not bothering her, she is having fun.. Maybe she is more of a loner and there is nothing wrong with that. As for girls, oh yes they are mean,...
Stealing Friend
Asked by S.C. from Spokane
on March 19, 2008
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Hi Moms! This is my first time seeking advise. My 8 year old son has a friend that comes over to play. Last night, my son noticed that he was missing some of his Po...
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- My son is 8 but we haven't had something like this happen. I can tell you that my son does misplace things, so I would be sure that you son didn't just loose them som...
- S., I would definetly talk to his mother. Don't be confrontational, just say, Hey, I know Jimmy took a coin from my son previously. My son is missing some Pokemon...
- S., When my son was a little boy (he is 17 now)he took the exact same two items from his closest friend. A coveted Pokemon card and some silver dollars. . . He was...
Bad Words Being Taught to My 2 Year Old by Her Friend
Asked by B.M. from San Diego
on July 8, 2008
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I have a 2 year old and a friend that she plays with a lot who is a year older is starting to teach her things i don't like. She is our neighbor and i'm really good f...
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- Hi B., First of all I would talk to your friend, and ask her what she is doing to teach her daughter not to say and do certain things, it's your resposability has a mo...
- B., Ah yes! What the little ones will pick up from their peers. My hubby and I always joked that our oldest was a perfect little angle, until she went to school, and...
- Hi B., I belong to the MOMS Club of Whittier and we have a variety of discussions that address your type of problem. Also, at playdates from time to time there will b...
Imaginary Friend Anyone?
Asked by C.S. from Las Vegas
on November 25, 2008
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My husband just shared with me that our 3 YO has an imaginary friend who apparently likes to sit on the back of the car and play in the rocks. He was holding our litt...
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- C.:) How fun for your child! Lots of children have imaginary friends! My husband had one, and we named one of our sons after him! Imaginary friends indicate a higher ...
- Congrats, C.! Imaginary friends are a sign of a creative personality! Good for your daughter. Our four year-old son's friend is named Buddy. It's a riot when ...
- they talk about imaginary friends in What to Expect the Toddler Years and that it's very common at this age..you might want to check out the book?
Are We Being Too Protective Against Friend We Don't Like
Asked by J.A. from Denver
on August 23, 2011
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My 8 year old daughter has a "best friend" who she completely adores. She met her at this fabulous summer daycamp last year, and they are in it together again this ye...
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- as a mom with a kid who has some quirks and special needs - this breaks my heart to read. it is hard being on the other side - do what you think is right for your...
- Well, here's the way I see it. My kids have all have, um, friends, who are VERY different from MY kids. I have used it as a learning opportunity, or a bonding opp with...
- Nip it in the bud without another thought. of course you are busy. i would not tell your daughter, but you are done with them. i did it and i wonder why i ever settl...
8 Year Old Daughter's Birthday Party - How to Get Out of This Tough Dilemma ?
Asked by H.R. from Anchorage
on May 20, 2011
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My 8 year old daughter is having a sleepover birthday party. We decided on having a small party 4-5 friends. The problem is there is one girl she does not want to in...
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- Your daughter doesn't want to hurt Abby's feelings and the two of you are considering hurting your own feelings to prevent that. Doesn't make much sense. True, we s...
- I get what other people are saying about being nice and inviting the girl but we did that this year for my daughter's 9th birthday. My daughter did not want to invite ...
- Let you be the bad guy. Tell her to say, my mother is being really mean to mean me and telling me who to invite and only letting me invite these girls. I am so mad at ...
