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15 Year Old Son Hates me.....do I Believe Him or Let It Slide?
Asked by B.G. from Los Angeles
on July 17, 2011
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Hi. I am so down today. I always knew it was "normal" for a 15 year old son not to like his parents, but it hurt me so badly today when he said it out loud. He told...
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- when we were teenagers, we didnt just hate our parents, we hated the entire world, everyone was against us, we knew everything at the same time we were trying to figur...
- I'm sorry for your pain, B.. Sometimes when it's hard to talk one on one, a letter can be very effective. Have you thought of writing a letter to him? There are se...
- Oh mama it hurts so much when they are like that. THe other mamas are right, and 8kidsdad. Rehearse what you will say to him when he says it again, or something ...
Dog Training Question...
Asked by K.L. from Des Moines
on September 13, 2010
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I have gotten so many great answers from questions about my daughter, I thought I might try asking about my dog! We have an 8-year old Beagle, Molly. We have only had ...
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- You might want to get the lead out several times a day. Put it on her and then just go about your business. (make sure you keep an eye on her in case she gets tangled)...
- lol,lol....typical dog behavior-you should see my 3 at go outside time..its like trying to tame a zoo.but you have to use solid stern command voice-STOP_COME HERE_...t...
- For the excitement before the walk, have her sit and stay and start to get the leash out. If she gets excited, calmly put the leash back and walk away for a few second...
New Dog
Asked by E.B. from Portland
on November 6, 2006
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OK Ladies,
Here is my delima....We just adopted a Lab who is 6 mos old. We already have a lab who will be 5 in January, and he is the best dog. My husband wanted ...
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- Hey E., I just posted about my doggie daycare dilmea but I think your "fido" could use some time at doggie day care...even if just for a 1/2 day. It would give him...
- Hi E., I love the fact I can respond to your 'dog' question because labs are my 'other' children.. I've got three children I've birthed and 3 hairy children I've t...
- Dogs are like kids and they have to be taught how to behave properly. There is no such thing as a "bad" puppy, dogs that grow up to be "bad" are that way because of t...
Dog for Protection
Asked by S.M. from Saginaw
on August 10, 2010
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I am stuck in a home in an area with frequent crime and I am home alone with our 4 year old at least 4 nights a week. It is not possible for us to move at this time. ...
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- I would go with a German Shepperd, Golden Retreiver or a Labrador if you like big dogs. These are very protective dogs and very good. I happen to have a Yorkie and t...
- If you aren't confident in your ability to use a firearm and have no desire to learn then no, it is not a good option for you. I think a dog might bring a false sense...
- Labs, and German Shepards are big dogs, with big barks, but are very family friendly. As for bad neighborhood concerns and whether the dog is a good solution. They...
Should We Get a Dog?
Asked by M.D. from Washington DC
on July 5, 2011
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My sister found a Lab mix running in the street chasing cars yesterday so she picked him up and brought him to my parents house. My parents already have 4 dogs (2 are ...
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- With allergies, I would be careful about this decision. Don't let your kids get attached until you know for sure. I don't want to take care of another living crea...
- freedom ~ that's a biggie! If you work or take vacations are you willing to pay to have someone walk your dog, take care of your dog, feed your dog? Or will you hope...
- I am crazy about dogs but it's a trade-off. We can financially handle it and his food really isn't that much (~$50 a month and we buy a premium brand). It's the unexp...
Dog Help!
Asked by N.C. from Dallas
on January 6, 2012
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My kids have been asking for a dog for the last year or so...I have been researching breeds but I wanted to get opinions as to what everyone would recommend. Here are ...
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- I also suggest adopting a dog. Pick out the breeds you like, and go and look for them. They have actually done studies that show that a mutt will basically act like wh...
- 7a to 4 p is a long time for a dog to be by himself. When you come home, how much time will you really have to pay attention to the dog before dinnertime, homework, be...
- Since you are a previous dog owner, you realize the committment and responsibility involved (I hope). You are talking 12+ yrs with the pet. We never, ever leave ou...
Dog Question
Asked by M.D. from San Francisco
on September 9, 2010
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I have a 16 yo Husky. She has suddenly become very needy (in the past couple of weeks). She is constantly on top of me, sometimes literally, which is very unusual beha...
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- Take him to the vet first then be prepared to have her put down IF it is time. And it very well may be time but take your dog to the vet first for an exam. I agree ...
- Honestly I think everything you described... is old age for a dog. You're right,she doesn't have much time left. If I were you I'd make her last week, months, etc happ...
- I had to make the decision to put my 14yr old Black Lab down. It was the hardest decision I ever had to make. In my heart, I knew it for some time, but I didnt want to...
17 Year Old Step-daughter Pregnant
Asked by J.H. from Lawton
on March 7, 2008
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I am new to the mamasource community, but I need all the advice I can get.
My 17 year old stepdaughter is pregnant and I am having a very hard time dealing with t...
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- Hi Jeriane, I am a mother of four and step-mother of five, and I am working on a nursing degree too. My oldest step daughter, age 16, just gave birth last week to ...
- Jeriane: realizing that you have much responsibility with your education and family. One of my advisors once said that all our stressors are blessings - job, family...
- I hope you find it in your heart to overcome being angry. I am 27 years old and had my first baby 1 month after turning 17. I graduated in labor. I also had my second ...
Advice on How to Handle a Sexually Active 16 Year Old Girl.
Asked by D.L. from Dallas
on May 24, 2008
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My 16 year old daughter was recently found to be sexually active. My husband and I of course are now worried that she will get pregnant. We have decided to take her ...
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- If you want her to understand the consequences of her actions, you need to talk to her without coming off as being mean or aggressive. Make her feel comfortable talkin...
- As the mom of a now 18 year old daughter who was sexually active at 15(apparently) and had a baby at 16, I urge you to take her to have a pap and be put on birth contr...
- Have you thought about true love waits? My mom gave me a ring was a symbol of waiting till I was married. Ok I am going to be honest I didnt wait either though. She d...
Behavior
Asked by S.R. from Los Angeles
on July 24, 2009
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Hello fellow Mamas,
I am trying to figure out the best way to help my 2 1/2 yr old son to be somewhat empathetic. I'm not expecting to achieve a high level of this ...
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- 2 1/2 year olds are still developmentally not quite able to understand cause and effect to the level you are talking about. They are at a developmental level of under...
- Unfortunately, empathy is not something children are capable of before they 4-5 years old. One thing to do may be channeling his behavior to appropriate outlets, i.e. ...
- I can see why your older son is scared and refuses to be alone in a room with his brother. No one is protecting him or standing up for him...He has to be an adult at s...
