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Drop Side Cribs Are They Just Trash?
Asked by A.S. from Eugene
on November 18, 2010
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I was thinking about selling my drop side crib. I had called to see if it was on any recall list. Simmons said wasn't on recall, but they don't recommend any drop s...
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- I've been trying to figure out the same thing. I have a drop side crib that I want to get rid of and I've tried every charity and posted it on every list I could think...
- If the crib is sturdy wood, you can fasten the side of the crib in the high position with screws/brackets/fasteners (not nails) to make it stays in place. (Look at how...
- I wish I had gotten a drop side crib for my neice. Her mom is really short and has to sort of dump the baby in the crib. Don't panic baby is 11 months, crawls and walk...
Best Baby Mattress?
Asked by K.K. from Minneapolis
on August 1, 2010
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I've been trying to find information online about the best mattress to buy for our baby (will be born in December). Most reviews have given me a bad impression of Se...
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- I went with the Serta Perfect Balance Organic crib mattress. We don't do all organic by any means, but I felt it was worth it to spend a little extra on the organic c...
- The Best mattresses are going to be spendy, but worth it. Check out the organic rubber and wool types. I have been very very very happy with ours (2). I ordered the...
- Do you have a Costco membership? I bought my baby's crib/toddler matteress from the Costco website. It's organic and was less than $200 with free shipping. We love it....
Child Being Left Out
Asked by A.B. from Minneapolis
on April 25, 2010
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Yesterday our neighbor had a birthday party for her daughter and invited all of the neighbor kids around us except our daughter. All of the kids range in age from 5-8...
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- I would probably talk to the mom. Make sure the invitation didn't get lost. If that wasn't the reason, then calmly ask the mom why. I would...as you said....if ...
- My oldest daughter turned 7 a few weeks ago and we had a hard time making the guest list. It's so hard to know where to draw the line. This year we had to leave some...
- if you are going to ask the other mom about it, be careful not to turn it into a guilt-dumping, e.g., don't tell her your daughter cried over it. and don't accuse her...
At What Age Do You Move a Child from a Toddler Bed to a Twin Bed?
Asked by J.B. from New York
on November 19, 2011
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At what age do you move a child from a toddler bed to a twin bed?
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- My son went to a full size bed at almost 3 when we moved to our new house. He could have gone earlier, but I didn't have the space.
- There really is no need for a toddler bed at all. A twin mattress on the floor works just as well and can save money. So basically you can move a toddler into a twin...
- I bought a toddler bed second hand & realized it would be way too small. He will be 3 soon & will put his twin mattress on the foor next to the wall. Possibly w/...
How Do I Help My Child Disengage from Mean Girls?
Asked by K.B. from Tulsa
on January 17, 2011
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When playing a game at the park, the 1st grade girl took her "treasure chest" away and began holding it so the other girls(my 3rd grader and her 3rd grade sister) coul...
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- This is one of the hardest parts of being a parent. Watching our children be mistreated. Your job is to just guide her about standing up for herself. Teaching her sh...
- I think you handled the situation wonderfully but honestly, I wouldn't continue to drive the older girls (if they are ones being mean) anywhere, any longer. When I ne...
- If your daughter insist on continuing to play with these girls then maybe she feels more comfortable with them then we would guess. I am so impressed by her willingne...
Where to Buy an Affordable, Good-quality Mattress for a Child's Bed?
Asked by C.A. from Dallas
on October 27, 2010
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Our 3 year old son is ready to move from his toddler bed to a big boy bed. He has a convertible crib that we plan to convert to a full/double bed. Does anyone have a...
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- If I had it to do over again, I would have bought my kids Sleep Number beds from the get go. They last for decades (my parents have had theirs for at least 20 years an...
- I just got a twin at Rooms To Go and they had better prices than the mattress stores that I checked. I paid about $125 for a twin I think. They will give you a better ...
- We bought our mattress sets at Weir's Furniture Store. They have good quality furniture and you get your money's worth. They are very good at follow up as well if ne...
Does Anyone Have an Excellent Recommendation for an OB GYN?
Asked by C.B. from Charleston
on March 20, 2008
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I just moved to the area and also just found out I'm pregnant with my second child. Can anyone recommend an OB GYN to care for me during my pregnancy?
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- C., Creekside Womens Care ###-###-####) in West Ashely at the St. Francis Hospital. There are 4 doctors in the practice (Ezman, Frampton, Caire, and Simmons). I've ...
- Dr.nancy straud. ###-###-####. My mom has worked for her for close to 15 years. She delivered my son and is the best in Charleston!
- Hi C.: Dr. Christi Geier is great. She is located in Mt. Pleasant and you would most likely have to go to East Cooper Hospital or MUSC for delivery. You should che...
House Cleaning Service Recommendations
Asked by T.M. from Chicago
on March 19, 2010
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I work full-time, have a 2 year son and am 6 months pregnant with our second child. I just don't have the time or energy to keep up with the house cleaning! Plus my in...
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- Hi, T.. I have never used this company before, but I know the owner (who also does the cleaning) and she is very trustworthy. I can almost guarantee that she would d...
- Hi. My Mom does house cleaning and does a very good job! Her name is Bobette Simmons and her phone number is ###-###-####. Thanks and good luck!
- Carols cleaning. ###-###-####
Seeking a Kid-friendly OB/GYN Office in Kensington / Rockville Area
Asked by L.T. from Washington DC
on March 2, 2010
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Hello! My family is new to the DC area and I am hoping you could provide some help finding an OB/GYN. I am not yet pregnant, but hope to be in the near future. I ha...
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- I would avoid CWC. They also have billing issues and the practice is so large you have to see many doctors and the one who delivers you may be a doctor from the other ...
- I'd suggest looking @ a midwifery practice. You will find that midwives welcome children @ apts and are more women centered and spend more time with you. There is a mi...
- It may depend on the practice. I've seen plenty of children (not tons, but enough) at the Silver Spring office. I know they allow them sometimes. Maybe it varies by ci...
Seeking a Great Doctor in Allen, Friso, or McKinney
Asked by E.K. from Dallas
on June 13, 2008
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I need to find an internal medicine or family practice doctor in my area of town. I would prefer a female, but all good references for a male or female doc would be a...
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- Hello, I have a WONDERFUL doctor. He treats my entire family, me, husband, 3 kids, mom and mother in law and most of my friends. Dr Ekweani ###-###-####, he's at Park...
- Dr. Simmons is not a female but he has an awesome practice. We have been seeing Dr. Simmons for the past 3 1/2 years. I too feel more comfortable with a female docto...
- I love Dr. Boyd Jenkins in Frisco. He has been wonderful for me and my family. We have been going to him for over 10 years now. He used to be an ER doc, so he has s...
