Entertaining: Pack n Play
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Babysitter Rates
Asked by A.I. from New York
on December 15, 2011
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I'm sure the question has been asked but what do you pay your babysitter? I'm not talking every day sitter but the occasional so mommy and daddy can go out type. I ju...
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- They have a babysitter rate thing on sitter city. It is really nice. You put in the zip, age, and number of kids and it pops out an average.
- It depends on your area. I am in a northern burb of Dallas, TX. $10 is an average around my area. My 16 yr old (17 this month), averages $12-$15 an hour for 4...
- I pay $10, but I also always round up....if we are out for say...4 hours and 15 minutes, I will give her $50. Took a long time to find a good babysitter and I want he...
Carseats on Airplanes
Asked by A.H. from Portland
on January 13, 2009
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My daughter is just over two years old and we are taking a short trip on an airplane soon. This might sound silly, but how does it work with taking a carseat with you...
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- We flew with our daughter for the first time this summer (she was 2 1/2). All Graco and Britax seats are approved to use on any flight (international or domestic). You...
- It depends on if you are buying the seat for the child or not. If you are buying the seat for your daughter, then you can bring the seat onto the plane and strap it i...
- Yes, you need to either call the airline or look them up on the Net to be sure what their policy is. In my experience, but I don't remember which airline, if you ta...
Seeking Advice on "Must-haves" for Friend Expecting Twins
Asked by E.R. from San Francisco
on December 18, 2008
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My friend is expecting twins and I would love advice on any 'must-have' items (or even highly recommended ones) to put on her registry. Thanks in advance for your help!
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- *Bag sleepers (carters is best): http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3159314 *Reciving blankets *Mummy cloths (water proof lap pads) *Diapers ...
- Hello. I am a mother of Billy and Brianna, nine month old twins. THey are the BEST! The fun thing is they entertain themselves most of the time which allows me to r...
- I have 15 month old twins and the best layette gift I received was a set of Aden & Anais blankets. They are good for swaddling - big enough to swaddle two babies at on...
Taking a Shower
Asked by L.W. from Boston
on August 2, 2008
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I have a ten month old boy who is very active and walking. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how I can manage to shower while being home alone and keep him safe?...
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- When my daughter was younger I made sure her room was baby safe so she could play in it whenever she wanted and during my shower I would put a gate up to keep her in h...
- As much as it pains every mother to do it. Sometimes your kid just hs to cry. I have never been a big believer in being a maryter......... As a parent your life change...
- Take him in the shower with you.
What Do You Do with Your Baby While You Shower?
Asked by J.S. from Sacramento
on December 2, 2009
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Hi moms! I have an 8 1/2 month old and now that she is really mobile, I'm not sure what to do with her while I shower. She won't sit in the pack and play because it is...
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- I would either put her in the crib or shower every evening so your husband can watch her.
- can you shower while she's asleep? or will her stroller fit in there? do you have a stationary walker like to-the kind they just sit in-not walk in. that's what i used...
- I have a March 14, 2009 baby and I shut the gate at the top of the stairs, close the doors to mine and her brother's rooms which are not babyproof and sit her ont he b...
Housekeeper Bringing Baby
Asked by D.S. from Houston
on February 5, 2010
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Wanted to get some feedback on this situation. Our housekeeper comes twice a week for 51/2 hours. She is reliable and never missed a day. We pay her whether we're here...
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- You would be held reliable if something were to happen to baby .I would give her a leave of absence to give her time to find another caretaker or if she is unable to f...
- As you said you're a mother, i think you should understand better that daycare is expensive even though it's non of your business.. If you really like the work she doe...
- Honestly, $70 is cheap and you are getting a good deal. I pay $100 and I thought I was getting a good deal. In saying that, she would have to probably give half if not...
Home Child Care
Asked by K.M. from Dallas
on February 21, 2011
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Hello Mommas:
I have been speaking with a couple who is expecting their first child in May. They would like me to care for their newborn while they both work full ti...
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- Hi there! I know when you figure the hourly rate is seems low. I charge about $175 for full time care. And yes, it does depend on your area. Always do the resear...
- I'm in Silicon Valley (everything's expensive here) and pay $70/day for an in-home day care. My toddler is one of 4 children there. She provides food, snacks and bed...
- when my baby was born I paid 125/week. I found out this was pretty low when our daycare lady moved and the one we go to now is 175/week. We're currently looking at a c...
Must Have Baby Products
Asked by M.W. from Los Angeles
on October 31, 2009
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I am a first time Mom going through books and lists of must have baby items. Any advice of what you really should have and what you don't need so urgently for the firs...
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- Hi there. Please check out my book - What Haven't They Told Me? I would be happy to give you a discount if you let me know you found out about my book on Mamasource....
- You've gotten some really great advice from the other mamas...but one thing I didn't see is a sound machine. We got one for our son when he was 9 months old, and it w...
- I may be in the minority here, but aside from whatever you need in the first two weeks, buy as needed. I have dozens and dozens of bottles that were never used. See wh...
First Camping Trip
Asked by J.D. from San Francisco
on August 5, 2009
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My wife and I are planning our first camping trip with our daughter, Mia. She's 2.5yo, and i'm just wondering if anyone else has gone camping with a child that age. Wh...
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- Hi My husband and I just had our fist camping trip with our little girl who is a year and a half. We had a blast, but...., but sure to bring plenty for her to do, it'...
- Welcome J.! Just wanted to say THANKS to everyone. Great tips! We aregoing camping with our 22 month old soon and I have a great list now. This is the best site! K.
- DO NOT try to use pull-ups on a camping trip-- this is the voice of experience speaking-- because they're easy to get off, but you have to completely undress the child...
Crawling Out of Crib
Asked by E.S. from Houston
on May 18, 2009
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How do I get my child to stay in her crib? She learned to climb out of it so my husband converted it into a toddler bed. She gets out every 5 seconds. I just keep p...
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- I was in the hospital on bedrest with my last baby when my husband called to tell me my julia then 20 months had not only climbed out of her crib but clipped the edge ...
- My son started climbing out of the crib at around the same time. I was not ready for that! I lowered the mattress as low as it would possibly go and that helped a bi...
- I didn't know what Karen mentioned, about the imaginary boundaries, so we started my oldest in her "big girl bed" last summer, at a little over two years. I will say ...
