Diapers & Diaper Changing
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Looking for Good Ideas to Keep Parenting Fun
Asked by E.H. from Raleigh
on January 28, 2008
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There are some parts of parenting that can be a bit mundane (diaper changing, feeding, etc.) or argument-inducing (getting preschooler to get ready for school, wash ha...
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- E., A tip from the trade...as an early childhood educator and mom of one with another on the way, may I recommend singing a little song to get through those necessary...
- If ever I want my daughter to hurry up, instead of yelling at her to go, I race her. Then we have hurried and she just thinks its a game. That comes in handy a lot -...
- I agree it can be frustrating, Iam a stay at home mom also my husband is in the millitary and i am pregnant with our second son and our two year old keeps me on my toe...
What to Do About Diaper Table in Big Girl Room?
Asked by E.M. from Boston
on April 6, 2009
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Hi Mommas,
I need some input here (and I always get such good advice!). I transitioned my daughter into her big girl bed about one month ago. she likes it, and has ...
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- I would keep the changing table in the baby room. Start changing her in the bathroom (unless its poo) and let her sit on the potty for a minute or two with a nakie bu...
- You can always lay her down on a towel in the bathroom. I'd say leave out the changing table. When it really warms up you can have a naked 3yr old running around I've...
- If you have a changing mat, just put it on the floor. I have never used the diaper changing dresser in my babies room because there was a big bed in there that I used ...
Couples Baby Shower Games
Asked by N.S. from Houston
on April 29, 2008
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I'm in charge of "games" for a family, couples baby shower. The mom to be has already had her friends throw her a huge shower, so this one is just for our famly, 4 cou...
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- The last baby shower I went to there was a very interesting game. They took about 6-8 diapers and smushed a candy bar into each one. Then the diapers are numbered and ...
- You could play "baby pictionary". Come up with some baby words and have a white board or chalk board to draw them out.
- Here is something that worked really well at my baby shower, and it was my hubby, his dad and his best friend. It was hilarious, but make sure they keep the pocketkni...
Flying with 5 Month Old
Asked by A.S. from Minneapolis
on July 6, 2008
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My husband and I will be taking a 6 hour flight soon with our 5 month old son. We did not purchase an extra seat (baby wasn't born when we booked flight, so they would...
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- Our son was 9 months when we flew, and I found that having the bottle ready at takeoff helped a lot (no crying!!) and we used the pacifier for landing. He slept most ...
- My husband and I took MANY flights when our daughter was an infant (24 flights before she was 2) If you and your husband have a window seat I suggest you sit by the wi...
- I just wanted to throw this out there.... I was in the same predicament with my son at 3 months old and again at 5 months old. Just a warning--my son all of a sudden...
Twins on the Way...
Asked by A.R. from Lansing
on June 18, 2008
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I am interested in getting any helpful hints from those that have had boy/girl twins.
What were important things that you learned from your experience?
Any organiza...
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- Hey A., I have a 3 girls. A 3 year old and 1 year old twins. I found that getting really organized before the babies were born was really helpful. You're so busy...
- Hi A.- I have b/g twins that are 2.5 years old. I have been a member of gomOMS -greater oakland mothers of multiples. they have a really good "new moms" group that d...
- Morning A.!! Congrats!!! I have twin boys. In Livonia there is a twins group. I lived her when my twins were born.. moved and came back and never got in touch with ...
Cloth Diapers...
Asked by R.. from Chattanooga
on January 2, 2011
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Sooo the earlier post got me thinking... I really do want to try cloth diapering... But I have no clue about brands, stuff you need, etc. Soo...
1. What is your f...
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- If there is a diaper service in your area I would recommend going this route. They will not only take care of the waste/laundering, but likely are a great resource for...
- When I chose to use cloth diapers, my main motivation was money, so I went with what was highly recommended while still being cheap, namely, Chinese prefolds from clot...
- 1. Curity or Gerber 2. cheapest by far than the boutique brands! 3. depends on how often you do laundry. it could cost a couple hundred using the fancy boutique dia...
Need Info for DFW Resources
Asked by W.J. from Dallas
on November 23, 2008
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Hi! I am pregnant and really want to consider cloth diapering. (When I think about the waste with my 3 year old...) Anyway, I need some reputable sources for cloth ...
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- Hi there! I too am very frugal. My baby is almost 4 months old so I can tell you my experience so far. We use Bum Genius 3.0 diapers. They are WONDERFUL. I love them s...
- Hi W., I'd be happy to help you find what works best for you! We have a try it kit that lets you use 7 different types of diapers so you can see first-hand which y...
- check out http://www.apconnect.org for their listing of local cloth diapering resources. There's a store called Babies Bottoms and More I think in Dallas that has a go...
Seeking Cloth Diaper Classes/seminar
Asked by S.P. from Chicago
on July 31, 2008
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I am wondering what classes or seminars might be out there in Chicago regarding cloth diapering. I know Be By Baby has a seminar, but they have a waiting list for all...
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- Hi S., My experience is ancient -- my boys are 19 and 22 now!!! -- but the cloth-vs.-disposable debate was raging back then too. I stayed home and was thrilled with...
- hi S.! if you can't find a seminar soon enough, i'm happy to answer specific questions about cloth diapers. my son is 8 mos old and we've been using them since he was ...
- Hi S.: Sorry to respond so late but I had to tell you about another Mamasource mom who is having an Open House today at her boutique where she sells cloth diapers and...
Do Wool Diaper Covers for Cloth Work?
Asked by R.H. from Cleveland
on May 27, 2008
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I am looking to cloth diaper our next baby and I want to use wool, but I'm afraid it will leak all over and I'll still have a wet lap. I wondered if any cloth diaperi...
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- Hello, I have used both wool & PUL covers. I have some WAHM made wool soakers and also some Stacinator snap stretch wool covers that I really like. I wash them in...
- Wow, I'm surprised that these cloth-diapering mamas haven't heard of wool covers! They are everywhere. They are great, no itch, scratch, OR rash. Lanolizing does wo...
- Years ago I used wool diaper covers from Japan and I do not recall that they leaked at all.
Cloth Diapers
Asked by L.G. from Houston
on March 28, 2011
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We are due with our first child in Oct 2011 and are thinking about cloth diapering. I have looked a little bit online, but the information seems overwhelming! Can anyo...
