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6 Year Old Who Snores
Asked by H.K. from Dallas
on September 19, 2008
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My 6 year old daughter has snored for as long as I can remember. I took her to her Ear, Nose and Throat doctor and he recommended surgery to have her tonsils and aden...
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- We went to an ENT who had us have my daughter's head x-rayed. He felt that, after looking at the x-ray, that it would be best to try some allergy meds (she not only s...
- Here was my situation: My son snored and had trouble breathing at night from the moment I remember. He was always getting sick and getting ear infections too. He al...
- Hi H., some people just snore but it's because they breath through their mouths. A lot of childrens nasil passages are small & they breath easier with their mouth open...
6-Year Old Is a Picky Eater!!!!
Asked by L.K. from San Francisco
on March 3, 2012
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I'm very frustrated with my 6 year old son who ONLY wants to eat junk. It drives me nuts. He has such a limited menu of food that he will eat. It is very frustrating. ...
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- I have a child like that and another who will try almost anything. At 8, he is finally starting to willing to try new things once in a while, but it is still hit and ...
- All I have to say is the parents who do not have a child like this do not understand and are not helpful in saying you have made your child this way. That only serves ...
- I'll keep this short since several have already replied - one thing that has helped us over time is requiring one bite of any food our son / daughter is reluctant to e...
WII Games - Would You Buy for 5 Year Old?
Asked by V.G. from Chicago
on November 24, 2010
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Hello Moms,
Most of my friends with 4 - 5 -6 yrs old are bragging and ra ra about how good the wii games are for kids. My daughter has asked if she can have the Wi...
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- I think 5 is a great age for the Wii. There are going to be some games they aren't able to play but there are alot of others they can play and you will be surprised h...
- Our family got the Wii many years ago when my daughter was 3yrs old. She very quickly got the hang of it and my son (2yrs younger) picked it up easily as well. We lo...
- There are a lot of great games for young children on the Wii. Not inappropriate at all. I have a 6 and almost 3 year old. The 3 year old is a little young for it ye...
Toy for 6 Year Old, What Is a Mooshini (Sp?)
Asked by T.T. from Dallas
on December 15, 2010
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My 6 year old son keeps talking about a ball called a Mooshinii (sp) or something simular. He has some speech problems so I'm having a hard time understanding him. A...
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- Fushigi. We got our 9 year old one from Walgreens for Christmas. They're $20.
- It's called a Fushigi and you can get them at Walmart, Walgreens, and Target. Basically anywhere they sell "As Seen On TV" products.
- If they like to build..and like cars...looka t Automoblox minis. I get them either online or at my local Barnes and Noble or Creative Kidstuff (local trendy toy store....
Buying a House!
Asked by A.A. from Lubbock
on November 29, 2010
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My fiance and I really want to get our own house. I applied for a loan a few months ago, and we were denied because neither of us have established credit. Since then, ...
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- Hi Alyssa! Congratulations on living without credit! It may not seem like it right now, but what you are doing is excellent and best for you and your financial health...
- ck into the USDA direct loan. Their website is USDA.gov
- Because I have attempted to be a first time home buyer more than once (maybe one day), I recommend, having about 3 months of mortgage pmts sitting in the bank, a low ...
How Do I Get My 5 Year Old to Sleep in Her Own Bed All Night?
Asked by D.S. from Phoenix
on January 29, 2008
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I have a beautiful 5 year old daughter that will not sleep in her own bed. We have tried it all, She's the baby of the family, so I think that may be some of the caus...
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- try just putting her back in her own bed when she comes to yours. it will probably be a whole lot of lost sleep for you for a while, but consistency is important. i th...
- Hello Darlene, I'm assuming she is sleeping in your bed with you and your husband?? My children are not as old as yours, but there was a phase where my 3 year old o...
- I would suggest the good ole supper nanny way. Tell her that she will be sleeping in her own bed now and that she is no welcome to crawl into your bed anymore (unless...
What Responsibilities Should I Require of My 5 Year Old--and How Much Allowance?
Asked by T.W. from Dallas
on August 4, 2009
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My son is 5 years old and we have decided to assign responsibilities for himself, as well as household duties--chores. What do you/ did you expect of a 5 year old? H...
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- our 5 year old helps put away laundry, match socks, cleans his room, picks up the communal areas when asked, helps lugs garbage to the garage, and even helps with pets...
- You are so smart ot start early. Also ahve him save up his change and go to a coinstart every now and then. Offerings are ok at like a dollar-no need to go crazy- th...
- In our home, allowance wasn't contigent upon chores. The chores were required, because they lived in the house and all household members are to participate. We taugh...
Tips to Keep Sanity While Combing 5 Year Old's Hair
Asked by M.P. from Minneapolis
on January 24, 2012
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I have a 5 year old girl with butt length hair. I LOVE her hair, and she loves it long. Shes a girly girl. She loves hairbands, bows, and clips. She loves braids and a...
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- My daughter has sensory issues. She wanted to have long hair when she was little, but man, could she scream and cry and fuss when I combed her hair! We ended up gettin...
- Garnier Fructis hair products are good. The "shine" serums are good and also makes the hair "slick" so as to prevent tangling and makes it easier to brush. Do you ...
- My daughter (9) has waist length hair. When she began growing it out at age 6, I made it very clear that if she did not take care of it herself, it would be cut. Ever ...
5 Year Old Cronic Constipation
Asked by S.R. from Pittsburgh
on March 9, 2007
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My 5 year old daughter has had constipation since she was born. She would go for 2 weeks without having a bowel movement. At times, she has been so constipated that sh...
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- MIRALAX! its available over the counter now, not just prescription now!
- S.- I am a mother of a 4 year old who has constipation constantly as well. I have read down the other emails and found some interesting things. But brand of Fiber sup...
- S., I totaly understand where you are coming form my 34 month old is the same way. I put her on soy formula. That helped alittle. When she started eating table food...
Gift Ideas for a 5 Year Old Girl
Asked by J.C. from Detroit
on July 11, 2008
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We are going to a birthday party next week and I have no idea what to get the birthday girl. She will be turning 5. Do any of you have any good gift ideas? My daughter...
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- I like gift certs for art class, things like jump ropes and hula hoopes, or toys with gears that have lots of cause and effects. The Museum of Modern Art (MOMA)has som...
- Hi~ Didn't read your other responses, but my daughters can't get enough of polly pockets and barbies. Also, a Webkins stuffed animal may be a good idea, or things li...
- I really believe 5 year olds love princess stuff. I know my niece loves anything that has to do with any disney princess. A good book along with it is great for this a...
