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Traveling Alone with a 15 Month and a 2 Year Old
Asked by J.W. from Los Angeles
on June 23, 2011
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Oh yes, I know. I should have my head checked. I am flying across country with my two babies, 15 month old son and 28 month old daughter. I've hidden toys (so they;ll ...
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- sounds like you got enough...probably to much actually...more likely than not your children will just pass out during the flight....it will be a pain while your waitin...
- Oy, girl you are crazzzy! Just kidding, but just wanted to wish you luck. Sounds like you are prepared as well as you can be. Didn't see a stroller on your list????...
- I'm a firm believer in drugs! Ha, just kidding! Sounds like you have it covered.
18 Month Old Doesn't Want to Talk
Asked by P.G. from Miami
on May 17, 2009
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I have a 18 month old boy and he want to talk.I'm a little concerned because he only says "nana" for banana "no" and "tete" for bottle.Even when he plays alone with hi...
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- Many times babies may not speak until up to 3 years old...then they don't shut up. Just be patient. He will speak in his own time...he is probably just absorbing all...
- Dear P., Your son should be due for his 18 month check up. Please discuss this with his doctor. It may be that he is just a late bloomer, it may be something impo...
- My son was like that, and I was worried too. If he has a quiet personality, he may understand more than he wishes to talk. I took him around his cousins for socializ...
Looking for More Quality Items for Fun Time
Asked by K.W. from Corpus Christi
on February 22, 2008
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My baby isn't here yet, but I'm so excited i'm already getting prepared!
Can anyone suggest videos, books, etc. that are geared more towards teaching and/or instill...
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- I am so glad that you recognize the time that you are spending with your child during her formative years is so vital. So, with that in mind, remember that you are yo...
- Hi K.! I know exacctly how you feel! I had my son in 1991 and then in 2005 I had a little girl...wow! We were absolutely elated and overjoyed to be expecting! It w...
- We do not watch a lot of TV at home. One of my personal goals was to not plop my child in front of the TV as a babysitter, even if the videos were deemed "educational"...
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...
Any Moms Who Meditate And/or Do Yoga?
Asked by C.B. from Los Angeles
on August 25, 2011
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I am way too stressed out all the time and need to learn how to calm down and stop being so cranky and overwhelmed every day. I know that yoga and meditating every da...
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- KUNDALINI yoga changed my life. Check it out on line, and then try to find a class near you. Usually the first one is free. Good luck!
- I love yoga, but I have never been able to meditate. I just enjoy it as a workout because it helps a lot with flexibility, strength and balance. Yes, it will help you ...
- I love the sound of the ocean. I have a couple of cassette tapes and CD's that have ocean sounds and or classical music on them. I find I can slip into a meditative ...
How Do I Survive Tantrums and Tears - My 3 Year Old Is Making Us Crazy?
Asked by C.J. from Anchorage
on October 11, 2007
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My three year old daughter gets so upset over almost anything these days. We've tried limiting sugar and other dietary issues, going back to naps (almost impossible, s...
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- At her age many children don't know how else to express themselves when they are upset or tired. When she starts a tantrum or tears simple don't pay attention. I know ...
- C., You don't know how good (sorry) it is to hear that you are going through this also. My daughter, turning 3 oct 29, is also pushing me to the breaking point. (Not ...
- Just stop and breathe! I've tried the time-outs and the walking away from the tantrums. It works sometimes, one thing I've learned is to take them to their rooms. I h...
What to Do During Winter Months with 2 Kids!
Asked by K.F. from Cleveland
on September 23, 2010
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Okay I'm starting to panic a little about how I'm going to make it through another boring winter!! My son is 2 and I'm just about 37 weeks pregnant. I am finally able ...
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- i took my two at barnes and noble, movies (since age 3) etc. i used to not let them watch tv for most part of the year when we could go out and about, and once winter ...
- Totally do-able. :) I have 3 kids now aged 5 1/2, almost 4 and almost 2. When my second was born, the first was 20 months... then #3 came around when the others we...
- Just like anything else there will be days when you are bored of the same routine and there will be days that you are so busy you won't believe how quickly the day has...
I'd Really Appreciate Your Input
Asked by A.P. from Portland
on December 17, 2009
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I'm a stay at home mom with a 5 1/2 month old baby boy. I recently found out tv is not good for infants. And I used to let him watch some tv while I made dinner or was...
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- I use to put my son in his bouncy chair/excersauser or bumbo seat in kitchen near me so i could talk to him and watch him while i cooked. Or put him him in other room ...
- I absolutely promise that you have not reduced your babies intelligence one bit. It is true that tv is not so hot for little ones -- but a tiny amount ----as you desc...
- I think that TV being bad is BULL.... it depends what they watch. I found absolutely wonderful videos for babies; made just for infants. Go to: http://www.br...
Help with Weightloss
Asked by S.N. from Port St. Lucie
on October 4, 2006
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I'm on a neverending quest to lose weight. It seems like a constant struggle. It's hard to find time to do much because I work, Monday through Friday 9-5, then I go ho...
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- Hey S., I just wanted to share my story with you. I was overweight feeling very low about my body and had very, very low energy. I started on the shapeworks program...
- Wow, you are busy, taking care of your children and holding down a full time job. I'm a stay at home mom and I don't know how working mothers do it...that's a hard jo...
- Hi S. I just got a wonderful book from another single mom friend of mine called The T-Factor Diet by Martin Katahn,Ph.D. It allows you to loose weight safely and quic...
Is It Right?
Asked by F.S. from Salt Lake City
on November 12, 2008
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I am wondering what is the right and moral thing to do. I have had a dog for 10 years, he is a lab/chow mix, I have had him since he was a pup. 17 months ago I had ...
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- You are in a tough situation. I love our dogs too. We have a boxer and a Boston Terrier. We are blessed that they both love children. However, if one of them snapped a...
- Find a dog rescue group that will take him immediately. Your dog is showing serious agression toward your child and most likely never will. You might miss your belov...
- Well I see that you have a lot of responses here, but I'll just give you my humble opinion anyway. :) If I were you I would ask around and take a little bit of time ...
