Gender Prediction: Preschooler
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Gender Disappointment
Asked by B.C. from Los Angeles
on September 17, 2011
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We have a wonderful 4 year old girl and I always wanted a second child, but my husband was very reluctant. I prayed constantly he would change his mind, and guess what...
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- Ultrasounds are pretty accurate, but not always. I wouldn't, however, pin your hopes on a mistake...sorry! ;) I get being disappointed, I think that's natural, but d...
- The chinese chart and the wives tales are b.s. Symptoms mean nothing either. It's just something people like to say and since it was probably obvious you wanted a bo...
- I can understand your disappointment, but I bet when you hold that baby in your arms you will love that child instantly! It's ok to feel the way you do, but in time yo...
Trouble with 3 Year Old
Asked by A.M. from Peoria
on September 9, 2009
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Moms,
I need some advice or just an ear. Here is our story: We had our first son at 30 weeks after I had been hospitalized on bedrest from 23 to 30 weeks. He was t...
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- Our son was also 3 when our 2nd child was born. It was a rough time! He was doing all of the things you've described... it was horrible. He loved his new baby sister, ...
- Hi A., First of all, don't worry too much, he's exhibiting some pretty typical 3 year old behavior. Especially a 3 year old who just got a new sibling. I have 4 kid...
- When our second baby was coming, it was recommended to us to have a little party for our toddler on the day we came home from the hospital. Since your baby is already...
4 Year Old Not Sitting in Time Out
Asked by A.K. from Minneapolis
on January 21, 2011
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My 4 year old has recently begun to run the other direction when I try to put her in time out for something she has done. She will run and try to get me to chase her, ...
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- Then... YOU walk away from her. ie: Mommy time-out... meaning.. she does not get Mommy... to interact with her. TELL her that. I have done that with my kids.. and i...
- Some people call what Peg M is doing 'time in's' . We have never done time outs. And since you can no longer do them and they are not working for you I think you need ...
- I absolutely agree with the advice that Peg M has given you!! Unfortunately I did NOT model that behavior with my children when they were little (My children are all g...
Potty Training NOT Going Well with 3 Year Old
Asked by K.L. from Great Falls
on March 30, 2009
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Hi All! We are trying to potty train our 3 year old right now. This is NOT the first attempt we have made at this. I tried starting when he was 2 and he just didn't...
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- Hi there, I know I am a little late, but figured I would respond anyway. My daughter who will be 3 in June we just potty trained last week. Amazingly, it only took ...
- If you're having a battle of wills on THE ONLY thing he has any control over, YOU are GOING to LOSE!!! Tell your mother-in-law that if she's so dang hung up on him ...
- Everyone always has the right answers for someone else's child. My own parents were the hardest on me. My daughter was potty trained at 15 months but my parents did ...
Where Does a 4 Year Old Belong?
Asked by A.G. from Boca Raton
on June 27, 2011
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There is an ongoing debate between me and my husband and I wanted to get some opinions. Our living room and playroom are essentially the same room. Toys are located ...
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- **ADDING THIS: Your son is in Preschool. Your Husband is at work. Then both come home after their day. Hubby is an adult. WHEN does Hubby spend time with his Son, Befo...
- Our kids have a playroom in a different room, and we don't watch non-kid movies (unless it's fine for kids to watch, just boring or something) unless the kids are in b...
- I have an idea that may seem a little outdated but......WHY DOESN"T HE PLAY WITH HIS SON TILL 8:30 AND THEN WATCH HIS FRIGGIN MOVIES????????? This is why a whole gener...
Ultrasound on Monday - Gender Disappointment??!
Asked by K.R. from Dallas
on September 15, 2010
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Hi ladies. I have 2 gorgeous little boys (1 and 3) and I'm pregnant with my third. This 3rd pregnancy was a surprise, and we certainly didn't go into it "hoping for ...
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- K., Most importantly - CONGRATS! We have three girls, so I am sure you know where I am going with this! On baby one - did not find out sex and PINK was we delivered....
- What you're feeling is totally normal and you're not a bad person for it! Everyone has hopes of having one or the other and there's nothing wrong with that. If you...
- I actually cried when we found out our second was a boy. I felt like such a bad mom, but I had wanted a girl. The silly thing about it was that very early on I knew i...
Help with My 4 Year Old!
Asked by N.H. from Nashville
on September 17, 2008
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I am at my breaking point moms! My 4 year old son has always been my buddy. He is so sweet, smart, caring, and loving. When he was 2 I found out that I had breast c...
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- Wow, that's a lot for all of you. I have to agree with the other moms--you might want to see if you could get him into some counseling. Someone trained to talk with ...
- Maybe counseling for him and you would help. He has gone through a terrible time with his father leaving and you are the one there that he can express his sadness to. ...
- Hi N., It sounds like you have a lot to deal with right now. I don't know what your employer offers, but I would look into counseling, or at least a consultation for...
Tantrums and Behaviors with 3 Year-old
Asked by A.F. from Denver
on November 8, 2008
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My daughter turned 3 last month and in that month has gone from a sweet yet strong-willed child to a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde child. She can be her sweet little self on...
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- You might try reading The Happiest Toddler on the Block. It helps get through those times.
- I'm sure you are right and it will be so much better when you are able to be home full time. You are just dealing with the natural effects of trying to better yoursel...
- A.. If anyone admonishes you,then they are jerks!! Listen, you said there have been some changes in your lives here lately. And on top of the changes you have a...
Was Your Gut Feeling Right About Baby Gender?
Asked by M.!. from Columbus
on October 7, 2010
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We have decided to wait till baby is here to find out its gender, which we are super excited for. But, of course we all like to read into those old wives tales and ev...
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- This is my fourth pregnancy, and I didn't find out the sex each time. My husband did, and therefore had to keep it a secret from me and everyone else. #1: Everyone...
- I always thought it was funny when I was pregnant with both of my girls EVERYONE thought I was having boys. The heart rate, the way I was carrying, the "ring test" (h...
- Funny, I used to make my husband very angry. we struggled to have this baby, and I found out i was expecting VERY early, and was insisting we were having a boy by abo...
Gender Problem??
Asked by L.R. from Las Vegas
on April 3, 2007
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I have a 4 year old daughter who is a bit of a tomboy. She will still let me dress her up and fix her hair. She plays with both boys and girls, but primarily with boys...
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- I have a 4 YO neice who loves to dress up like Superman. And yet her room is a sea of pink (by her choice). She is adorable! So my point is don't worry about it. S...
- One question I have is who she plays with. Does she have a lot of girl friends, or does she spend most of her time with boys. My friends daughter behaves similarly. ...
- 4 years old is still pretty young to be worrying about gender identity. If I recall correctly, kids that age tend to go back and forth a little between male and female...
