Diaper Bags: Puppets
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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...
Toy Recommendations for 1-Year Old
Asked by T.R. from Denver
on February 8, 2009
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My daughter is turning 1 in a few weeks and am wondering what the latest and greatest toys are for 1-2 year olds. Was thinking of a play kitchen so if anyone has one ...
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- Hi T., You don't need to spend alot of money on presents for a 1yr old. My 1yr olds always loved the simple toys. Like a little plastic baby piano, or the giggle phon...
- Hi! I'd recommend a doll stroller, nesting boxes, toys for the tub, and a kitchen would be great! But I'd recommend you get wooden toy foods, not plastic.
- Ditto on the Leap Frog learning table. Huge hit at our house. I just got a Chicco (sp?) used from a friend and it's been a big hit w/ my 2-year-old. It's very small,...
How to Help My Children Sit Quitely in Church.
Asked by M.C. from New York
on March 27, 2008
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I have 2 children Aaron my oldest is 4 years old and Alejandra is 2. I don't expect for them to be 100% silent nor sit for an entire hour and a half, but it's really h...
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- Hi, Does the church provide age appropriate activities such as a toddler/preschool room and/or Sunday School? Some churches have the children in worship for a time i...
- I don't know if your church has this available, but I put my 18 month old son in the Nursery for childcare while I am in church. By the time he is 4, he will be in Su...
- M., It is never too early to teach children empathy for others.When my 3 children were at church with me I always sat as close to the front as possible and I explain...
Air Travel with a Toddler
Asked by H.B. from Dallas
on April 9, 2008
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Hello, ladies. I am flying for the first time since I was a child, next week. I am 6 1/2 mos pregnant and I am taking along my rambuncious 2yr old. I need all the ...
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- It is a grandma here with some ideas... I would cut up from the Parade part of the newspaper or circulars or parenting/childrens magazines junk mail stickers or wh...
- My son (now 4) took his first trip at about 3 months of age. When he was 2 we went to Hawaii -- a 9 hr flight nonstop from DFW -- and he flew wonderfully. Since he's b...
- Will you 13 year old be travelling with you and your 2 1/2 year old? I hope so, because she will be a big help for you. Bring LOTS of snacks (and toys/games/portable ...
Airplane Travel with 18Mo Old by Myself
Asked by A.B. from Sacramento
on June 22, 2009
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Hi, I am traveling in a week with my son on a 3 and 1/2hr flight. I am nervous about carrying the bag, carseat, and then having my son in a small stroller throughout ...
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- Hi A., I traveled with an 8 month old when I was 4 months pregnant and I was able to have someone accompany me to the gate and then also have someone meet me when the...
- I've traveled with our son on my own several times (he's nearly 18 mo now) but not while 7 mo pg, I admit! My main advice is to give yourself lots of time so you don'...
- You'll do just fine and remember to ask for help. I'm sure you have already thought of this but just in case, ask the airlines about having one of the electric shuttl...
Full Body Cast
Asked by C.T. from Phoenix
on February 28, 2008
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My daughter broke her femur 4 days ago. She is in a spica cast...from her ribcage all the way down to her left ankle, halfway down her right leg and a bar connecting ...
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- My friends son was in the exact same cast last year right after he turned 4. I bought those washcloths with the shampoo already in them when he would spend the night a...
- C., I have a girlfriend whose daughter (age 5) had to have her spine straightened and had to be in a body cast as well. Is your daughter potty trained? If not, be...
- Hi my name is J.. My oldest was in the same cast when he was 6. The best way is to stuff a towel in the cast when you are going to wash them. Stuff it where the water ...
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...
Traveling to Europe with 11 Month Old
Asked by J.S. from Chicago
on February 20, 2008
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Does anyone have advice for traveling overseas with an 11 month old? My husband and I are planning to take our daughter to Paris then to Prague for my cousins wedding...
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- We have flown many times with our little guy who is now 16 months old. Here is some advice I have to give: 1) Bring your good stroller (Sorry but I don't think it ...
- I think a lot of traveling with young ones is about attitude. Understand you can't pack your days with activities the same way you would if it was just adults. There...
- J., I am heading to Ireland for the 3rd time next month with my 9 month old and my advice is to stay relaxed, what will be will be. I have had no problems outside o...
Flying with a 2 Year Old!
Asked by T.C. from Dallas
on September 4, 2007
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I am taking my 2 year old son on his first trip that will require a plane ride. I'm not really sure what to expect and I was hoping someone would have some advice. A...
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- We've flown with my daughter (who just turned 3) several times. It sounds like you've already gotten good advice about activities and the booster seat (we tried it on...
- Hi- I've been flying with my son since he was 5 months old (he is now 5 years old). And, like you, I travel by myself as my hubby hates to fly. Here are some thin...
- Hi T., The best thing to keep my 2 yr old occupied is her portable DVD player and lots of movies. As long as you keep the volume reasonable, they dont have to have ea...
2Nd Bday Party Planning, Ideas, Hosting
Asked by A.P. from Dallas
on June 9, 2007
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My son's is having his first party this year turning 2, he got very sick last year and we had to cancel his party. So we are in the midst of planning and I am lost. T...
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- I just went to a b-day party this weekend 'monkey' themed. They rented a live monkey that did lots of tricks. It wasn't that bad on price and a good time for everyon...
- Hello! OrientalTrading.com has a huge selection of monkey themed favors, activities, and goodies. They are sold in bulk and are pretty cheap too. Shipping is usually...
- My advice has already been taken- but I will second Ashley's Cakes and Birthday in a Box. We have used both and been very satisfied. Good luck with the party planni...
