Day Camp: Child
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Asked by J.L. from Pittsburgh
on July 20, 2010
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I just sent my seven year old son off to camp for the first time, and I am so nervous. This is is first time away from home by himself. Do any one think it will be wro...
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- Hi, Jenn: You already know the answer. It is normal for you to worry. Remember, if anything happens, you will be the first to know. You are the source and they d...
- RELAX! Don't call! Believe me, you're the one nervous, not him, lol. He's having a ball! The camp supervisors are trained and experienced with children and running cam...
- Dear J., I would never let my son go away at 7 years of age. Today, I trust no one with little boys or little girls. If your son has a good time, he will want to do...
6 Year Old and Pagents...
Asked by M.W. from Nashville
on February 11, 2011
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My 6 year old's babysitter was watching that show Toddlers and Tiarras with her... Now she wants to do a pagent. I don't know that I really want to encourage her. I ha...
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- Personally, I wouldn't allow my daughter to do it. I don't judge others for doing it, but it is not my cup of tea. And I don't want my daughter to think that she has...
- we live in sumner county and they have one at the county fair every year. you must live in sumner county to be in it though. i know that macon county have some that ...
- why dont you take her to a pagent as a spectator not a contestant and let her talk to the other girls and see it all for herself and go from there. You can start with...
5 Year Old Starving for Attention
Asked by K.B. from San Diego
on August 3, 2009
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Hi moms! I need some suggestions or insight on what to do about my daughter's behavior. She is 5 years old and she is a wonderful caring little girl, but seems to have...
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- I am a full time, stay at home mom, I now homeschool my youngest 2, but two out of my 4 kids were attention hogs like your daughter. The other two are quiet and avoid ...
- I have a girl, now almost 7 years old... and I went through that too. Try getting the book "Your 5 Year Old" or, "Your 6 Year Old" from www.amazon.com It is enligh...
- Dear K., I understand your frustration. As a parent coach, I can tell you that this is a very common challenge for parents. Below is a link to an article I wrote...
Almost 6-Year-old Wants a Nintendo DS or a Wii
Asked by A.L. from Sacramento
on March 22, 2009
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My almost 6-year-old has been pleading for a Nintendo DS or the Wii, like all his cousins and some of his friends have. My mother-in-law really wants to get him one f...
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- I would go for a delayed gratification avenue. Tell him he has to wait until he is seven (or eight) to have that toy. Then I would suggest the Wii and make it a fami...
- You've received a lot of great advice and insight herre. You also seem to have a strong instinct that this isn't a good idea for him right now. Don't succumb to the ...
- Here is my thoughts and experience. My son has been growing up with his peers around him having these types of games from a young age. I'd say around 5 and 6 is when t...
How Do I Get My 5 Year Old to Sleep in Her Own Bed All Night?
Asked by D.S. from Phoenix
on January 29, 2008
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I have a beautiful 5 year old daughter that will not sleep in her own bed. We have tried it all, She's the baby of the family, so I think that may be some of the caus...
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- try just putting her back in her own bed when she comes to yours. it will probably be a whole lot of lost sleep for you for a while, but consistency is important. i th...
- Hello Darlene, I'm assuming she is sleeping in your bed with you and your husband?? My children are not as old as yours, but there was a phase where my 3 year old o...
- I would suggest the good ole supper nanny way. Tell her that she will be sleeping in her own bed now and that she is no welcome to crawl into your bed anymore (unless...
Shy 6 Year Old Having Trouble at Summer Camp
Asked by C.L. from Charlottesville
on June 25, 2008
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My 6 year old son loves school, has friends there, and seems to make friends somewhat easily. However, he started a summer camp last week and when I drop him off, he ...
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- Hi C., I have experienced this with both of my daughters - the separation is difficult, but you know they have had a good time because they are happy when you pick ...
- Get him there early. If possible let him be the first or second child there so the counsler can get him engaged BEFORE the chaos begins. Good luck.
- Hi, C., I haven't had direct experience with my daughter with this, but I've known lots of parents who have. Not all kids are ready for the energy and craziness of sum...
Looking for a Fun Summer Camp for My Soon to Be 5 Year Old
Asked by C.M. from Dallas
on June 28, 2008
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I am looking for a summer camp for my soon to be 5 year old in the Coppell area. If anyone has any recommendations, please share! Thanks in advance!
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- I'm not in Dallas anymore but I too have a 4 year old and summer camps usually want 5 year olds and up. I called a church camp and told them how mature and independen...
- I don't know how close you are to Adventure Kids in Flower Mound but they offer a short camp from 10-2. My kids have really enjoyed it. We go to the one in Plano. T...
- Our Adventure Day Camps - www.AdventureDayCamps.com - take ages 4-13. We offer archery, target shooting, kayaking, swimming in the lake, our water slide, games, arts ...
YMCA Day Camp for 5 Year Old
Asked by T.B. from Dallas
on July 17, 2008
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Does anyone have experience (good or bad) with the Frisco YMCA's camp Kiowa that meets in Corbell Elementary? I have a 5 year old and I'm considering allowing him to a...
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- I vote no on this one as well. I never feel good about big groups of kids on field trips, much less five-year-old non-swimmers. My girls are at Little Gym camp right...
- Hi T., I'm overprotective too. I wouldn't do it. The water fieldtrips are a bit much for 5 y/o AND teenagers. I will be using the YMCA for after school care in the fa...
- I am also over protective and would not have sent my daughter to that camp at that age. I think that the two field trips could be too much. I know nothing about the...
Summer Day Camp
Asked by S. from St. Louis
on March 15, 2006
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I am looking for an all day summer camp or something of that sort to send my 6 year old girl. She gets bored at daycare all day and I am looking for an alternative. So...
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- I know that this is WAAAAAAY late to be responding to you but keep this in mind for next year. If you live in the city, the city parks have day camp. Once example is...
- I know the YMCA always has summer camps available, and while I've not used them, I know others that do and love them. Also, if she is in scouts, or entering them in t...
- Check out your local parks department. Kirkwood has a great day camp. Or check out Savvy Family Magazine, http://www.savvyfamily.com/. They have great suggestions o...
Insubordination or Typical 5 Year Old Behavior?
Asked by C.B. from Chicago
on July 31, 2011
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My son is 5, and recently has been completely disrespectful and insubordinate. Last week he had summer camp -- the counsellor informed me that when they woudl direct ...
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- I hope you'll do your best to address your son's issues as the individual he is, not because you're comparing him to your BIL. He may be trying to express some needs t...
- My son was just like this at age 5 and much worse! We had to crack down with consequences he really didn't like EVERY time he was rude/insubordinate/impossible. I'm ha...
- Heck I think it sounds like human behavior :). Sometimes we all have opinions on what we do and don't want to do. As others have mentioned choosing to sit out of a g...
