Changing Tables & Changing Pads: Puppets
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Temper on the Changing Table
Asked by J.H. from New York
on January 20, 2009
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It sounds like a title to a new movie, doesn't it? Its all too real though, LOL. Anyway I was hoping for some advice for my soon to be 8 month old son, who couldn't be...
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- As so many have already written, thanks so much for writing about this. I was actually going to post this issue soon. The responses that you have received will be he...
- just make sure it's not reflux. babies with this do not like being on their backs. does it occur only when changing him or anytime he is on his back. if it's only w...
- mine started at around that age, too. she's now almost 17 months and still doing it. strangely, it's only with me and her father. with grandparents and babysitters, sh...
Diaper Changing Struggle with 11 Month Old!
Asked by J.A. from Fresno
on July 31, 2008
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Hi, I wonder if anyone has ideas or suggestions to help me keep my 11 month old daughter still while I change her diaper! She is always trying to get away when I am t...
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- Hi J.- I don't know what other responses you have gotten. However, I had this same problem with my daughter at about that age. Someone told me to use stickers. I...
- There are some great ideas here....One thing that worked very well which we started from birth was to have a musical toy playing. Every single time the baby from one d...
- I would just change my kids on the floor and put my leg over their chest, pinning their arms down and keeping them still. I would also put the baby's head on the carp...
How Do I Change Her Diaper? :O)
Asked by V.R. from Modesto
on May 30, 2008
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My 8 month old daughter has recently become very mobile (hasn't crawled yet) and has decided that she wants to try to move when I change her diaper. She ends up rolli...
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- Ok you already got a lot of responses but mine is a little different. My daughter does the same thing. She also loves to play peek-a-boo. So every time I put her on...
- If you change her on a pad on the floor, she will not be able to fall and have an accident. This way will be easier for you too. Keep giving her a toy she likes but ...
- Dear V., Oh...welcome to the joys of your children becoming mobile. My son was't so bad, but my daughter.....she was like trying to dress and change a moving target...
8 Month Old Won't Tollerate Diaper Changes - Good Grief
Asked by C.R. from Atlanta
on July 25, 2008
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We have this beautiful changing table all decked out (complete with cushion, pillow and a toy). I've tried distracting her with a toy, pleading with her and even a lov...
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- Here is what my hubby and I would do and it works well for diaper changes and for the "snot sucker" (nasal aspirator.) Sit on the floor and lay her down on the floor ...
- Hi there, I am a child care provider and a mother of three and it can be hard sometimes. Try playing music that the baby likes and sing while changing her and look ...
- I had a problem just a bit of one with one of my children wanting to get up but it was short lived and I was able to more fast and change him. My sister had a problem ...
How to Change Toddler's Diaper Without a Struggle?
Asked by J.F. from Boca Raton
on May 26, 2009
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My daughter just turned 18 months old, and I am having a hard time trying to figure out how to handle some of her behaviors and tantrums. I have read the responses fro...
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- Hi, J. - Like the others said, it's mainly a phase that will pass soon enough. She's frustrated and that's her way of letting you know. If you think about it...she...
- You have to distract your little girl in some manner. Try giving her a small toy to hold onto while you are changing her. You might also try singing or counting with...
- Hi J., I am going through the same struggles. what is it about their diaper being changed? my daughter does the same stuff you described above! so frustrating at times...
Behavioral Issues at Preschool
Asked by A.E. from Dallas
on November 20, 2009
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Moms, I really need your insight! I have a 3-year-old daughter (3 in June) who is exhibiting really bad behavior at preschool. Please bear with me! She attends 2 days...
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- I second the room mom idea. I don't think there is something "wrong" with her.
- I would recommend that you stay in the classroom with her for several days to monitor. Offer to be a room Mom for the day and watch for yourself her interactions and h...
- My DS went through some similar issues. We ended up changing daycares and his behavior improved dramatically. The center he was at was too chaotic for his personality ...
4 Year Old Acting up in Daycare-just Started, Please HELP!!!
Asked by A.L. from Austin
on July 16, 2010
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My four year old is just now starting to act up at daycare. He has been going to the same daycare since he was two years old. He has had transition problems (changin...
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- How is the new teacher with him? I remember my son was doing this years ago and I noticed one day when we were in the store the teacher came over and he started runni...
- HI A., This is so hard... I had to deal with some of this with my son and it's no fun to feel or be told that your son is a "problem." My advice is to meet with th...
- Something is going on at the daycare and you need to make a surprise visit.
16 Month Old First Flight
Asked by N.L. from Chicago
on January 27, 2010
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HI Moms,
My husband and I are going to Florida on Friday. We're taking our 16 month old son with us and it'll be his first flight. He's our only child so far so it...
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- Hi N. Have you bought a seat for your son, or will he be a lap child? If you've bought a seat then you should be able to take the car seat on board and you should str...
- If you have purchased a seat for him then you can use the car seat on the plane if it is approved as a seat that can be used on flights , if he is on your lap then you...
- The umbrella stroller you can just take to the plane and leave to the side just before boarding the plane (you'll see a designated area). When you check in, they'll gi...
Tips for Traveling with Very Active Toddler
Asked by J.C. from Dallas
on May 12, 2009
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I will be traveling on an airplane with my 20 month old son for the first time next week and would love some tips on how to distract him as he is VERY active and does ...
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- Sounds like my son. :) Depending on the diaper situation (poo vs just pee), I found it a lot easier to sometimes change his diaper at the seat. Other than that, the ...
- First of all, get to the airport early. Stay calm. Make sure you have a bathroom break right before boarding and at the same time give your son a clean diaper. Pack...
- If you can, get one of those "premium economy" seats with the extra legroom. United has given them to us for free since we're travelling with a kid; on other airlines...
Traveling for the First Time with Baby
Asked by K.E. from Bakersfield
on March 6, 2008
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Hey there. My husband and I are taking our baby on a five hour plane trip in April (she'll be 10 months then). We've opted to buy a seat for her instead of holding her...
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- We took our oldest daughter to Canada (5 hour flight) at 9 months, and our youngest daughter to Hawaii (6 hour flight) at 2 months. I agree with the advice to use your...
- K., I have 2 kids and have traveled with both for some time now. I would bring a couple new items for her to explore. When my kids were a little older, I would wrap...
- Hi, I flew to NY with my son around that age was also nervous, but it turned out great. Very smart getting her a seat - it will make a big difference. I'm pasting in ...
