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Taking My 2Yr Old Out to a Restaurant with Coworkers.
Asked by C.D. from Richmond
on September 10, 2010
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They say it's ok, but I don't know if they're being nice. I've recently moved to a new city 2500 miles from home, and don't know anyone else. most of the people in my ...
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- Now's a good time to find a babysitter. You need one anyway so that you aren't always being a recluse. I would have SUCH a headache if I had taken either of my kid...
- Here is my opinion.... We cannot teach our children how to behave in social situations if they are never exposed to them. I could take my kids anywhere because I be...
- maybe get a sitter. I know that if I was going out to dinner after work I would not want someone to bring a toddler with. it really makes conversation hard as the to...
Disney World
Asked by M.L. from San Antonio
on March 8, 2010
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Hello ladies...
My husband and I are planning a trip to Disney World for my daughter's 7th birthday (it will be around June 11). I was wondering what are the mu...
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- We went in October 2008. We opted not to go to the water parks. We just felt that if we wanted to be in the water, we would spend time at the pool. We enjoyed the...
- Shade of Green is strictly for military personnel, and it is on Disney Property. I assume the hotel has a special rate for military families, and other incentives. ...
- All I can say is that it takes AT LEAST 2 days each to do everything at Magic Kingdom and Epcot so plan your trip accordingly. We didn't do any water parks on a 6 day ...
Destination: Missouri (Any Opinions on Where for a Family Vacation?)
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on May 18, 2011
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Hi Ladies-
Well, we've decided to take a summer vacation to Missouri. My kids keep begging me to take them to Florida and right now, it's just not going to happen. ...
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- You can easily spend several days in St Louis. The Science Center and Magic House have been mentioned by several people and are great and there's also the City Museum,...
- We go to Branson every year or every other year. As a kid, that was always our vacation. We love Silver Dollar City, and there is plenty to do on their little strip. M...
- Forest Park in St. Louis can keep them busy all day - the zoo is better than Brookfrield and prettier, IMO. The Arch is a good visit. Budweiser gives brewery tours - y...
Using a Babysitting Service During Vacation
Asked by M.W. from Los Angeles
on December 16, 2009
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Hi,
My husband's family is planning to go away to Napa Valley next month to celebrate my MIL's birthday. I am very excited about the trip and want to make the trip a ...
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- I always thought I'd be so cool, leave my child with the babysitter while I was off jet setting. Darn, I disappointed myself: ) Kidding aside, I could never be okay ...
- Just a couple of notes regarding your post. Most wineries in Napa do not allow children, so you'd have to forgo the tastings all together. I understand that you're...
- I agree with a lot of the responses, I have never left my 3 year old and 1 year old with anyone other than their grandparents. However, why don't you see if you can se...
2 Chicago Questions
Asked by C.L. from Minneapolis
on March 27, 2008
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My husband will be taking us with him to his next business trip in three weeks and I wondering if any of you can reccomend some must see/do things for the family. We ...
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- There are so many wonderful places to eat that are absolutly not chain restaurants. I love Gino's East pizza it is fun and yummy. The shed aquariam is great and very b...
- I agree...Navy Pier! It's "one stop shopping" for you. A little touristy, but still a great family spot. Have fun!
- lou malnati's deep dish is TO DIE FOR. i miss it since we left chicago. where are you staying? downtown? if the weather is nice, go check out grant park/mi...
Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes
Asked by L.A. from Minneapolis
on January 14, 2009
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Let me preface this by saying that I really dislike (okay, hate!) cooking! I have a few tried and true meals that are staples in my home, but I'd like to add some mor...
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- Check out Kraft Food and Family. They are online and you can sign up for a free magazine that comes out about 4 times a year. Most recipes are easy but really good! ...
- Hi L.....I am with you! Every year, my new years resolution is to do more cooking. And every year by this time I have already given up. My advice is invest in a goo...
- A real quick one is to take chicken breasts and bake them with some italian dressing. It gives them a great taste. I often just grab the $tree italian.
Cruise First Timers
Asked by J.S. from New York
on August 30, 2011
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Trying to organize a family re-union cruise from both west and east coasts but I've never been on a cruise before. There are so many options- my head is whirling. Whe...
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- My wife and I are going on out 18th cruise in January. If you are having people come from both west and east coasts, I'd do the caribbean. There just isn't that much...
- What a perfect idea for a family reunion. It is overwhelming to sort out the options but it will be a great time. Good advice below....Have fun!
- I just got back from a cruise with my 4-y.o. and 16-month-old. We sailed on Norwegian. I don't know about it being the Motel 6 of cruise lines, but we chose it becau...
Looking for Advice About Going to Disneyworld.
Asked by L.W. from Austin
on August 21, 2008
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My husband has a meeting in Orlando at the end of OCtober. So we have the opportunity to all go together and make it a family vacation for a little less money.
I have...
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- I think that is the perfect time of year to go. I went when I was 17 and was way to old to really enjoy it. It gets very tiring walking and walking. I think they have ...
- I think it really depends on how long term you want thier memories to last. I think I was about 4 when I went, and now at 27 all I have are the pictures in my dad's p...
- That is a wonderful magical place. There are actually 5 seperate parks. Magic Kingdom, Epcott, Typhoon Lagoon, MGM movie studio tour & a nature island. In the long run...
I Hate Dinner Time!!!! Help Before I Lose It
Asked by L.D. from Los Angeles
on February 24, 2009
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Dinner time for me in my house is the worst time of the day! But it is important to me because we all sit down together as a family, although lately I dread it every ...
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- All good advise, but haven't seen this one. My son is the youngest and the picky one. He use to get up on the chair when I was putting it on the table and say (I H...
- So sorry, sounds like you are not enjoying this time you created for your family at all! I just want to offer support, not sure what to say. The only thing I can thi...
- I feel ya. I dread dinner time sometimes too. Make what you want and if the kids don't want to eat, don't make them- but don't let them have anything else! Sometimes a...
What Is Proper Etiquette on Eating Out with a Toddler
Asked by A.R. from Reno
on December 28, 2006
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My 1 year old does well when we take him out to eat, but of course some food and things (napkins, spoon, half an apple) end up on the floor no matter what I do to prev...
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- Practicing at home and expecting good manners is a great place to start. Be realistic, though. He is 1; he's not going to sit with a napkin on his lap and use the sa...
- As a mother of a boy who refuses to learn the proper way to act in public, I have found that it is near impossible to keep the mess contained completely. As a former ...
- I know how you feel, I just pick up the large stuff and make sure I leave a good tip.
