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Wanting Opinions on Homeopathic Teething Tablets.
Asked by E.B. from Provo
on January 31, 2009
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Hello you superhero moms out there!
I've heard tell that teething tablets work wonders for infants trying to cut teeth. I'm a little leary when it comes to homeopath...
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- I was told to never use them by several people including fellow moms AND MDs. There are things in them that are not really good for the kids (I can't remember what......
- Teething Tablets are great. I have used them for years. My oldest is now 11. They are harmless too. My niece accidently got into them in the diaper bag. There was...
- Teething tablets are a Godsend! They have lavender and chamomile in them. Unlike the orajel that tastes rotten and numbs the mouth, the teething tablets just take th...
Advice on the Best Schools in the Denver Metro Area?
Asked by A.V. from Denver
on March 21, 2008
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Looking for the best schools in the area.
Including elementary, middle, and high schools.
My son is almost 10 and going into 5th grade in the fall.
Also need advice...
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- I am not a big fan of up north but they do tend to be cheaper than south area metro denver. Jefferson county schools are pretty good you can check out the website for...
- I would get a realtor and go from there. Our realtor was a big help in finding us what we needed. They know about the school districts and will be able to help you f...
- Denver is expensive. WE moved here in 2006 and was appauled by the education kids receive in public schools. My daughter goes to Denver Lutheran H.S. but she loves ...
Groceries (Whats in Your Cart?)
Asked by S.S. from Portland
on April 8, 2011
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Just getting ideas of some groceries to buy. Tired of the same old stuff. Sometimes its fun to see what others like.
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- I always start in the produce area. I have to have things systematically put into my cart so that when I am at the register they scan and bag things the way I want it...
- I get tired of the same old stuff too sometimes. The other week we made a day trip out of going shopping at Uwajimaya Downtown and found all kinds of new and interesti...
- I feel like I have a "stocked" pantry, but at this time of year all I want are fresh fruits and veggies! However, I make myself use one "pantry item" each night so th...
Stomach Problems
Asked by L.G. from Houston
on May 2, 2007
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My stomach has been hurting like crazy. I have "episodes" where my stomach is hurting so bad- my tummy gets hard like a rock, I have weird BM, throw up and then if it ...
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- The best time to go to the Dr or ER is when you are experiencing the symptoms. It sounds like you have a partial bowel obstruction or some other serious problem. Som...
- Yes, I believe it's your gallbladder. My mother and my aunt had their gallbladder removed. My aunt almost died because they kept trying to tell her it was just heartbu...
- Wow. I'm no medical doctor, but I do know that what you are describing isn't good. There are so many different things it could be. Some possibilities are no big dea...
How Do You Research a Good HS
Asked by S.D. from Phoenix
on February 8, 2012
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I have been sheltered in our Christian School for about 9 years now. I know nothing else. I can say we have a great program and I am happy where we are at. But the r...
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- I think in Arizona you can go to any high school you want, if you can get a variance. Some schools offer only a small window for that variance though. Example: I had t...
- Your home's location determines the public high school district the children will go to. Usually that means you have the choice of one school. Why? What will...
- If it is working, why change? Get creative with finding the money to continue instead of just throwing in the towel. I think it an absolute tragedy when parents opt ...
What Do You Do for a High Temperature? Update!
Asked by S.H. from Dayton
on February 16, 2007
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My oldest is running a high temp of 104.3 I have called the doctor office and have done what they said and it's not coming down hardly only to 104.1. My mom is picki...
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- I will give her Motrin instead of Tylenol, because it usually works better. You can also give her a bath with warm (towards cool) water. When my son had fever and i...
- If your daughter temp is even close to 104, I would be taking her to the ER. Do you have someone that can take you, or watch your other child?
- I would take her to the ER only because I was just talking with my son's teacher yesterday and she was telling me about her daughter having mono and her biggest sympto...
What to Do When My 8 Year Old Complains About the Back of Heal Hurting.
Asked by P.S. from Dallas
on August 25, 2009
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My 8 year old daughter dances 3-4 hours in a day, three days per week. The backside of her heal hurs when she walks. Some days are worse than others. I plan on taki...
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- I have pf with my feet and they hurt a lot and are stiff. I wear custom orthotics to relieve the pain and use techniques I learned at physical therapy to strengthen m...
- As someone who has danced my entire life. Ballet for 15 yrs. I agree with everything Sara said. I also think that is to much time for an 8 yr old. I think even as I go...
- my 11 year old has the same problem took him to the orthopedic that specializes in feet and they x-rayed and said it was seavers desease, basicly growing pains, gave h...
Could It Be the Flu
Asked by K.S. from College Station
on February 10, 2008
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Okay I know this is going to sound really crazy but I have onyl had the flu once in my life and was so little the only thing I remember about it was my GRandma trying ...
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- Hi K., Sinus infections are the pits! I hope Ashlyn feels better soon.
- K., I absolutely could be the flu. I am a school nurse (13 yrs.) and I have seen multiple cases of the flu this year even in people who have had the flu shot. Each ye...
- That very well sounds like the flu. Now today is Tues., and if her fever does not seem to be letting up by now, take her to the doctor (if you havent already).
Charter Vs. Public High School...
Asked by P.G. from Modesto
on March 26, 2010
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Hi ladies!
My daughter is finishing jr. high this year and ready to hit high school!!! YEAY!!! I got this brochure on charter high school, with pre-college classes .....
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- You really have to find out about the specific school. Some charter schools are decent, others are awful. Over all, charter schools don't produce any better students...
- As a public school teacher, I hate to say it, but ours in town is great. The students get ahead and the test scores are great.
- Just to clarify. Charter schools are public schools. They receive state funding just as your neighborhood school does. The difference is charter schools do not have ge...
How to Dry up Breastmilk
Asked by K.H. from Salt Lake City
on April 6, 2009
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I have pumped my breast milk every day for a little over 4 months now. I have a bunch of milk supply in the freezer. I am tired and want dry my breast milk up. Does...
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- I've heard that the Sage herb helps, but I'd go ask at a health food store. Definitely just start weaning yourself!! I've heard to remove one feeding every 3 days unti...
- check out www.kellymom.com and also http://llli.org/
- I have nursed 3 kids up to 12 months. Although I am no expert the best way to do it takes some time. What I have heard is that you Pump one less amount every 2 days a...
