Bed rest: Videos & Books
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Bed Rest
Asked by K.F. from Chicago
on August 4, 2006
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I am 31 weeks pregnant and after a scare with pre-term labor, I am on home bed rest until the baby arrives. The problem is that I will not be able to attend our birth...
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- K.: congratulations on the pregnancy... Bed rest is not fun... sorry. I often meet with mother's prentatlly to discuss questions and concerns about breas...
- If you can get someone to go to the library for you, there are all kinds of videos and/or books on these subjects...also there are lactation consultants that do home v...
- I know a doula and a Bradley method instructor not far from you. What type of classes were you interested in. I can put you guys in touch and she may be willing to do ...
Seeking Gift Ideas for SIL Pregnant W/twins About to Go on Bedrest.
Asked by H.J. from Boston
on October 23, 2009
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Does anyone have any good ideas for a woman who is about to go on bedrest and having twins? Does bedrest usually mean laying down? Should I look at pillows that will...
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- I have not been on bedrest yet I can imagine what I would like: If your SIL (which by the way is very nice of you think of her) has a dvd or even better good laptop, ...
- You dont have to GIVE her anything. What you can do is cook for her, things that can be packed into a cooler and she can access in bed during the day. Sandwhiches, muf...
- What about a gift certicate to Peapod or another grocery store that delivers?
4 Year Old Peeing in the Bed
Asked by J.S. from Los Angeles
on January 29, 2010
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My daughter is very beautiful, independent, intelligent and has brat tendancies (my fault) but what concerns me is the fact that she has been potty trained for two yea...
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- Just let her wear the pull-up! My son is 6 and he still isnt reliable at night so it's just easier to not have to change the sheets a few times a week. And dont yell a...
- It is very common to be in a pull-up at night at that age. I have a daughter who turns 4 next week. She wears a pull-up to bed. Sometimes she wakes up dry sometimes...
- I would just leave her alone and put a pull-up on her. Kids don't potty train at night. It is something that they have to grow out of. Both my husband and I wore diape...
Peeing in the Bed
Asked by K.H. from Lynchburg
on January 23, 2008
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My son will be 2 in March, and I figure it is WAY too early to strat potty training. This is driving me crazy and I hope someone can offer some advice. As soon as I ...
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- Cut the feet off his pjs and put them on backwards. It's almost impossible for the little dude to get it off.
- IF he's not ready to potty-train, definitely do the duct tape. Or masking tape. We do it. Works great. :)
- So my son was slightly younger than this when he started taking off his clothes and peeing everywhere and I thought the same thing, he's too young to potty train. But...
Any Moms Who Meditate And/or Do Yoga?
Asked by C.B. from Los Angeles
on August 25, 2011
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I am way too stressed out all the time and need to learn how to calm down and stop being so cranky and overwhelmed every day. I know that yoga and meditating every da...
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- KUNDALINI yoga changed my life. Check it out on line, and then try to find a class near you. Usually the first one is free. Good luck!
- I love yoga, but I have never been able to meditate. I just enjoy it as a workout because it helps a lot with flexibility, strength and balance. Yes, it will help you ...
- I love the sound of the ocean. I have a couple of cassette tapes and CD's that have ocean sounds and or classical music on them. I find I can slip into a meditative ...
Traveling Alone with a 15 Month and a 2 Year Old
Asked by J.W. from Los Angeles
on June 23, 2011
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Oh yes, I know. I should have my head checked. I am flying across country with my two babies, 15 month old son and 28 month old daughter. I've hidden toys (so they;ll ...
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- sounds like you got enough...probably to much actually...more likely than not your children will just pass out during the flight....it will be a pain while your waitin...
- Oy, girl you are crazzzy! Just kidding, but just wanted to wish you luck. Sounds like you are prepared as well as you can be. Didn't see a stroller on your list????...
- I'm a firm believer in drugs! Ha, just kidding! Sounds like you have it covered.
Spotting at 11 Weeks
Asked by K.J. from Portland
on September 11, 2008
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I am currently 11.5 weeks into my second pregnancy and this morning I had some light spotting. It hasn't been constant all day and is brownish/pink rather than red, p...
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- Call your doctor, answering questions such as this is what you pay them for. Advice from the professional is the best way to calm a frightened mom in a very frighteni...
- Completely normal. I did too. :)
- I went through the same thing. Only I went to the ER and subjected myself to all the lousy bloodwork and whatnot. It is normal, but still enough to scare a person. :...
Potty Training
Asked by A.S. from Canton
on February 16, 2009
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Ok, here's my issue. My niece is going to be 4 in June and she is not potty trained, not even close! My sister-in-law is pregnant with twin boys and due in June. This ...
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- The book, Steps to Independence: Teaching Everyday Skills to Children With Special Needs by Alan J. Brightman is excellent or (This author, Teri Crane, also rea...
- It does not say where you are located at, but i would suggest looking into the Headstart program. That is the only pre-school program that I know off, that will take c...
- wow you are going to have your hands full. My son is autistic and was not totaly potty trained till he was 6 1/2. Unforunately if she is not ready there is not much ...
Seeking Advice Regarding Traveling on a Plane with My Toddler Son.
Asked by M.B. from Austin
on October 4, 2008
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HI to all moms and moms to be. I would like to seek some advice for anyone who had the experience of traveling with their toddler on a plane.I was given an opportunity...
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- Hi M., We lived in the Middle East when my daughter was born. She had been on over 150 flights before the age of 4. Diane T had a lot of great suggestions. I didn'...
- We traveled when my son was younger than yours, but not as long of a flight. I went to the dollar store and bought quite a few small things to entertain him...about o...
- You will have to bring your own car seat for the car but not on the plane. When my son was still in a carrier, I took that on the plane but the car seat was check wit...
Son Constantly Hitting Little Sister
Asked by E.C. from Eugene
on November 19, 2009
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Help! Son is constantly hitting, pushing, tripping, squeezing, sitting on top of daughter whenever he wants attention for ANYTHING -- hungry, potty, sleepy, wants dvd...
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- Hi E., Keeping in mind that your son is three, while I read several suggestions that would work better when your son is older, here's what I would do for now. 1....
- this is tough and I have a bit of this too. I wonder by saying anytime you hit you will get a time out, may make it still sound like it is OK, as it is acceptance tha...
- E., Two things stick in my mind about your post. First, your comments about timeouts. They do work when used properly and consistently. My son has spent an hou...
