Home Alone: Older Child, Puppets
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Almost 9-Year Old Flying Alone!
Asked by T.A. from Portland
on February 12, 2008
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Today we received notice from my almost 9 year old Bio-MOMs new attorney (4 in 18-months) stating that we needed to address ‘spring break’ and essentially needed t...
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- Personally, I was terrified to go on a plane until I was 18. Depending on your daughter's personality, it seems she is more introverted. And does not just take charge...
- Seems as you tried going out of your way to make the trip less stressful. Time for the mom to step up. It isnt your problem she is being selfish. I advise you to speak...
- First, I'm curious as to why your daughter might be afraid to fly alone - is this something that can be worked through with counseling? The airlines are generally ver...
Driving Alone with 13 Month Old
Asked by M.G. from Biloxi
on March 26, 2008
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Although this will not be my first trip alone with my son, it is the first since he as been forward-facing and ACTIVE! It is a miracle if we get to daycare and home ...
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- I planned my trips around nap times when my daughter was that age. I know he won't sleep that long but it seems like they sleep longer when in the car than when at ho...
- no advice, just know it's gonna be more like eight-ten hours because you'll be taking lots and lots of breaks to keep him happy and to keep you from driving off the ro...
- Try playing music while in the car & talking to him. Don't forget to stop frequently...they get tired of sitiing in one position! Take some of his favorite toys to tie...
Stay at Home Mom
Asked by K.H. from Houston
on June 14, 2010
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What do you do with your kids during the day? I have a two and a half year old and a three month old. I'm already getting bored doing the same things day after day. My...
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- Will your 3m old nap in the stroller or car so you can get out of the house more? Perhaps move her to 2 longer naps rather than 4 short ones. Find a library story time...
- It's a tough stage with a toddler and a newborn. I only stayed at home for 2 of my sons 3 naps and pushed him more than I did my older daughter on naps b/c I got cabi...
- Doing the same thing day in and day out is comforting to your 2yo. They thrive under the structure. Is there a gym or bounce place you can take her? Children's museum?...
5 Yr Old Behavior at Home and in Kindergarten
Asked by S.D. from Santa Fe
on September 11, 2008
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We have a 5 yr old grandson whom we have been raising on our own since he was 3. He just started Kindergarten this year and he has been acting out at school ie; throw...
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- It sounds to me like this little guy is mad. I can certainly understand your frustration - it IS tiring to deal with kids who are really out of whack. I would encour...
- I can feel your pain. . Remember this saying. "This to shall pass" Our son is almost 7 and we went through the same thing. We were always called at school. He threw ...
- I'm obviously not an expert at this but it sounds like he's having a hard time dealing with the real world because you spoil him at home. In my home, we do not reward...
Goodie Bag Idea's for 6 Year Old Birthday Party?
Asked by K.M. from San Francisco
on April 17, 2010
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Hi Mom's,
I would appreciate any idea's to put in a goodie bag for my son's 6th birthday party. Boy's and girl's will be attending.
Thanks,
K.
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- Bouncy balls, punching balloons or bubbles are always hits. If there is a theme to the party, you could give something theme related or have the kids make something r...
- Michael's and Joann's crafts have wooden models that kids can paint or color with markers fro $1 each (I bet other craft stores have similar ones). I just looked at t...
- Hi K., Goodie bags are not a must have but if you want to give them something, Art supplies are always good for this age group, bubbles and playdough/ silly puddy e...
What to Do with the Piles and Piles of School Artwork?!
Asked by N.C. from Tucson
on November 4, 2008
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I'm desperately trying to get a handle on the chaos in my house that has gotten out of hand since my fourth baby was born in September. I am able to organize most thi...
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- I started to experience the same problem when my daughetr turned 3. When I went through the art I had to decide if it was a milestone piece or just something I felt I...
- Hi N., I can feel for you. At one time I had all five of my kids in grades K-7. We had pictures and projects every where. I got a box for each child to put al...
- Oh my goodness! I read the best idea years ago! You line it all up or set it out in some way, and TAKE PICTURES! There! You have a record of it. You can look back and ...
How Do I Keep Children Quiet During Church Services?
Asked by D.A. from Utica
on April 27, 2008
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How do I keep a 5 year old and 4 year old quiet during church, there is no crying room and I really would like them to attend but they play off each other and I am not...
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- My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Give this a try, sit up front, closer to the priest and sit in between them.
- In My Faith we take turns watching the kids, Perhaps you could do that in your faith aswell. If not you could try visiting mine. Bahai Faith ###-###-#### 959...
- Interestingly enough, the priest at my church told me to sit closer to the front with the kids and they will be quieter. He said that when you sit in the back they don...
Am I a Bad Mom for Feeling like This?
Asked by S.M. from Austin
on September 21, 2009
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Ok I have 4 kids and am a stay at home mom. I feel burned out. How I feel though I don't think is good. I just got back on Friday from the coast with my husband just...
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- I don't know about you but I feel better now that I've read these other responses. I'm a 51 year old widow with a 12 year old and I'm almost always very happy to retu...
- I have felt and feel the same way you do, exactly. I think part of it is very normal. The other part of it is we have allowed our kids to whine and fight and we can't...
- No you're not a bad mom!!! As moms we have a tendency to make everything about our kids and our family and don't leave anything left for ourselves - this in turn leave...
Seeking Advice Regarding Traveling on a Plane with My Toddler Son.
Asked by M.B. from Austin
on October 4, 2008
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HI to all moms and moms to be. I would like to seek some advice for anyone who had the experience of traveling with their toddler on a plane.I was given an opportunity...
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- Hi M., We lived in the Middle East when my daughter was born. She had been on over 150 flights before the age of 4. Diane T had a lot of great suggestions. I didn'...
- We traveled when my son was younger than yours, but not as long of a flight. I went to the dollar store and bought quite a few small things to entertain him...about o...
- You will have to bring your own car seat for the car but not on the plane. When my son was still in a carrier, I took that on the plane but the car seat was check wit...
Preschoolers and Emotions
Asked by M.D. from Miami
on July 13, 2010
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I have 2 children, my daughter is 2yrs 10mths and my son is 10mths. This is a question about my daughter. Since she was an infant she has always needed tons of a...
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- Wow, I have baby sit since I was 12 years old. Kept all 16 of my neices and nephews a lot. Have two girls of my own and have never heard anything like this. Of course ...
- Your situation sounds very similar to mine. From the start my daughter (now 3 yrs 2 mos) always cried and needed so much attention just as you say. I knew she was a ...
- sounds like she's a bit of a drama queen. often very smart, emotional, sensitive children are a little bit more dramatic. (or a lot - my son is one). i tell my son con...
