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10 Year Old Defiant Son
Asked by J.F. from Minneapolis
on January 10, 2008
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I am so desperate for any advice from other parents of 10 year old boys. My son is not at all respectful of my discipling him, he doesn't care what I threaten him with...
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- maybe he just wants more attention from you- sounds a lot like my 8 year old son- the other thing a lot of us moms just threaten and we don't follow thru so that's a l...
- Sounds like you are dealing with ODD-Oppossitional Defiant Disorder and possibly ADHD-Attetion Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I strongly suggest you get your son help...
- I am a 52y/o mom of 8 from ages 16-31, 4 of them adopted from Russia. 5 girls 3 boys. The first thing I see is that you are threatening him. Get parenting with love...
9 Year Old That Wants Too Much
Asked by I.A. from Brownsville
on May 22, 2008
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I have a 9 year old that says we don't give her everything. Since the age of 6 she has had her own cell phone, has been in kick-ball for the past 4 years, and is curre...
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- I have to agree with your husband, you are spoiling your daughter. I have one daughter who is 12 years old. She doesn't have a cell phone. Don't get me wrong, my daugh...
- I would say take it all away and make her earn it back then she will see just how much she has.
- Find a volunteer opportunity that will show her what it's like for people who don't have anything (Mobile Loaves and Fishes, etc). Find her books on poverty, show her...
8 Year Old Drama
Asked by C.Z. from Seattle
on February 28, 2007
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My daughter just turned 8 years old. Since she learned to talk she has been "beyond her years" and it is no secret to anyone that comes in contact with her. This was...
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- Hi C., I am afraid to tell you that I think this is pretty normal. I remember Elementary school very well and I fought with my friends a lot over boys and other th...
- Hi C., Oh I feel for you and I have felt this with my daughter also. My daughter is now 91/2 and in the 4th grade, but boy when she was in the 2nd grade it was HOR...
- wow...I know what ya mean. I have a 9 year old, and I am amazed to hear all the drama that goes on between those lil girls. The "I won't like you if you're friends w...
Talking to My 9 Year Old About Puberty
Asked by D.M. from Boston
on September 10, 2008
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Hi, Ladies! I have a 9 year old daughter that wants nothing to do with any type of discussions about our bodies (broken bones, veins, babies in utero, etc.). Wheneve...
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- too funny, I also was going to suggest the book from American Girl. You can even borrow it from the library (Groton Public Library by me). I think it's called "all a...
- There's this book called the Care and Keeping of You. It goes through each of the changes she will experience step by step. It does show how to put tampons in and it...
- As a single mother of 3 successful grown children, two girls and one boy, and a former school nurse (preschool to grade six)I have recommended the following book many ...
What Does Your 7 Year Old Girl Play With?
Asked by D.M. from Detroit
on September 15, 2008
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My mom was over this weekend and wondered what my 7.5 year old daughter wanted for Christmas. I have no ideas so I am looking to you wonderful Mommies to see what you...
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- Last year for Christmas I bought my niece one of those jewerly kits. She can make her own bracelet or necklace. Then she had fun showing all her friends what she made.
- You should watch your daughter closely and see what you see. What lights her up, what glazes her eyes over with indifference. And talk to her about what she likes. Eve...
- My 7 year old sounds a lot like these other girls. Hannah Montana, High School Musical, Camp Rock. She loves all the music so I set up an account on projectplaylist.co...
Another Xmas Gift question...no Ideas for My 6 Year Old
Asked by E.J. from Lincoln
on November 8, 2011
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Yep, sorry ladies, I'm asking the question that will probably be asked by many other before the big Christmas!
I can't think of anything to get my 6 year old son....
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- My 6 year old son is getting an electric guitar and amp for his big gift this year. He'll also get the standard two pairs of PJ's, two new outfits, new shoes, an ornam...
- I am in the same boat....My kids don't need anything. I am going to buy some more underwear, pajamas, slippers and shoes. They can always use an extra pair of sneake...
- My 5 year old is getting a leapad he already has games from his leapster explorer and they will work with the new leapad, which is like an ipad for kids from leapfrog....
Journal for 6 Year Old
Asked by S.C. from Grand Rapids
on March 15, 2009
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I would like to start my 6 year old son on journal writing, or just a drawing in one to say feelings, ideas, recalling the day, or whatever he would want to write or d...
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- The only time we ever read our child's journal, whether is was kept as a school assignment or personal, was if we had a major concern. If we felt something bad was go...
- Hi S.! I think if you approach this as maybe a "family journal," and everyone can contribute to it each day, then you won't be SNOOPING. :) It might actually be fun...
- Hi S.! I think journaling is a great idea. I didn't homeschool my kids, but I always made them do "Summer Folders" which included a one page journal entry a day, alo...
Help!!! 8 Year Old Son Screams and Crys About Everything.
Asked by J.M. from Minneapolis
on February 6, 2009
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I am at my witts end my 8 year old screams and crys about everything from homework to eating. He is always unhappy, At the moment my husband is dealing with him becau...
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- I would have him tested for autism. Another idea is when he does the screaming and acting out it may be that he is overstimulated/stressed. Try giving him a deep hug...
- Do you ever get time alone with him? As a middle child things can be tough enough without any extra stresses of school and such. Maybe you need to set a few hours a w...
- Hi J., I would call the school counselor and talk to him/her. I would also suggest that your son have some visits with the school counselor. Perhaps something has h...
7 Year Old Boy Who Reads Well - Any Book Recommendations?
Asked by E.B. from Seattle
on April 1, 2008
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Hi! My seven year old boy is in first grade and loves to read. He reads a lot and reads well - about a fifth grade level. We're running out of ideas for decent book...
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- Your library should have a list of Newbury (sp?) and other award winning books... Newbury is given to children's books and, in my experience, is a very good indication...
- There is a book called Books for Girls and they give a synopsis about each book. I would look into that. Also, I don't know what area you live in, but All For Kids boo...
- My Husband loved the Gary Paulsen books, Hatchet, Brian's Winter, and The River. They are very interesting, adventurous, and clean. I think they are about 5th grade le...
Whether to Medicate My 7 Year Old Son
Asked by L.N. from Nashville
on April 24, 2009
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I have a two sons a 7 year old and a 3 year old. My 7 year old has been diagnosed with ADHD (off the chart). I am being told he can only be treated by medication. M...
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- Happy meadows in Berea carries books that offer advice to parents that have children with ADHD. They offer advice about diet and other alternatives to medication. ...
- This is a tough one. i recently put my 5 year old on medication for adhd.it was a very hard decision. she is the smartest child in her class however has a hard time si...
- Get a second and third opinion from very qualified child psycologist before doing anything. ADHD is just the starting point. He may need much more testing. Don't waste...
