Living on their Own
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Looking for Info on Living in Niles And/or Skokie
Asked by C.K. from Chicago
on May 23, 2011
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Hello Moms! We are looking to move out of Chicago next year into a nearby suburb. Does anyone have any good or bad things to share about the schools and neighborhood...
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- we were in the same boat 3 years ago, and ended up moving to Glenview - and I couldn't be happier! We are in the south end, bordering Morton Grove, which is another g...
- Hi! Have you giving any thought to Skokie? Great schools and normal people. No feeling like you need to keep up with the Jone's. All the schools are great, but I w...
- I live in Park Ridge and have many friends (including from the Niles area that feeds into PR schools), but can only think of a very few who belong to the Country Club....
Tremendous Guilt over Living in an Apartment Complex
Asked by D.F. from New York
on November 19, 2010
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I have an almost 2 yr old son and I live in an apartment complex with him. I am a stay home mom and everyday I feel a tremendous amount of guilt about not having a bac...
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- I sooooo completely agree with the other posters: you are giving your son a gift that can never compete with a backyard- time with you as a SAHM. Go easy on your...
- hugs, mommy - now take a deep breath and remind yourself that your son "deserves" a mom who loves him, and *you* fit the bill whether you have a backyard for him to pl...
- You know kids grow up in a variety of living conditions! Don't feel bad at all. I grew up with a yard that was an acre in size, and I always thought it would SO COOL t...
Getting over Daughter Living in Another State...
Asked by D.S. from Atlanta
on April 18, 2009
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My daughter has been going to school in PA and has just graduated from college. She and her boyfriend both have good jobs up there, but I can't help feeling terrible ...
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- I know the feeling When my husband was offer a good job in Atlanta I have to sell our place and move from Puerto Rico which has been my home for 35 years Secondly we...
- Wow. You broke my heart. I was the daughter that moved away too. Actually PA to GA. I know it was hard for my mom. Both my sister and I eventually moved away. First le...
- I guess I would fail at "Raising independent child 101" I would want to move closer to her or ask her and boyfriend if need be to move closer ( or work for an airline...
Advice on Grown Kids Living at Home
Asked by T.B. from Grand Junction
on August 18, 2008
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My husband & I were supposed to have an 'empty nest' right now. However, our daughter, who will be 23 in Nov, was told by her boyfriend of almost 4 yrs, that he wanted...
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- There is a web-sight, I believe it is called fatigued to fabulous. I have heard very good things about it helping people with Fibrolmyalgia and other related problems....
- Some serious nutrition could also help her depression. I wouldn't stop the meds all at once, but start eating super healthy - no sugar, preservatives, shop the produce...
- I read your comments to Sophie's response and just wanted to share my experience with you. I have dealt with mental illness including depression for years, and just re...
Sister Requesting Living Grandma's Things
Asked by B.. from Dallas
on November 14, 2011
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MY Grandmother can no longer live on her own. She is healthy and sharp, but she has a inherited heart condition, that makes her need to see doctor's often. While she i...
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- Just before my grandfather past away, he gave me a number of things. He was preparing to die and it was therapeutic for him to know that certain items would be with c...
- Your grandma wants you to have it, with her blessing - take it and enjoy! Please don't wait either - my dad was told by his g'pa who was in the hospital after anoth...
- If your grandmother wants you to have it, than it is yours. It is hers to give, not your sisters to take. Your sister may be mad, but in the end what matters is what...
Visitation Rights for Father Living with New Girlfriend
Asked by A.P. from Reading
on September 11, 2010
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The father of my 1 1/2 year old daughter and I have never been married. We never went to court for custody, he pays 45.00 a week in child support. We worked things ou...
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- As scary as it sounds, I would take the court route (if he really even goes this route, might be a bluff). No way would I let some girlfriend of 4 months take my baby!...
- I think it is worth it for you to call a lawyer and see what your rights are, as well as the child's. I would think even a schedule of so many overnights a month would...
- go see a lawyer about all you've said.... i think someone should help you out.. tell them everything you said above.. like he doesn't even do anything when he comes o...
Best Stroller for Living near the Beach
Asked by M.K. from San Diego
on July 7, 2011
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We are expecting a baby soon and I see many BOB strollers around our neighborhood. We are frequent beach goers so we need something that goes around town and the beac...
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- I had a baby jogger that was the best thing ever at the beach-not so great in crowded areas. it was big. honestly, we had 3 strollers, for different neds.
- I think you definitely need a jogging stroller. I have the Baby Trend Velocity and it was around $160. According to their manual it holds almost all infant seats. ...
- Just checked Target's website...they have many jogging strollers...some are even in the hundred dollar range with free shipping..hope this helps:) http://www.target.co...
How Do I Deal with Living with My Parents?? I Am Going Crazy
Asked by K.D. from New York
on January 16, 2013
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My home was destroyed by superstorm Sandy. Thousands of homes in our area were destroyed. People who are homeowners are renting houses until their own houses can be ...
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- I am so sorry! To lose your home is terrible enough. Then to have to live with people who barely tolerate each other, much less your family! Yikes! I can't think of a...
- my first thought was do you know anyone with a motorhome, trailer or camper you could rent?
- I'm just going to pray for you.....I would rather live in my car with a lot of warm blankets and lots of water...but, you must find a shelter and get out of that situa...
Seeking Support and Advice About Living with Crohns Disease
Asked by A.M. from Los Angeles
on January 16, 2008
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I am looking for support and information from other mothers who have been recently diagnosed with crohns disease or are educated on current treatments avaialble for it.
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- Hi A., I just read your story and I am so sorry you are going through this. One of my best girlfriends was diagnosed with Chrons a few years back and after just ha...
- Hello A., First off, I'm sorry to hear what you're going through. While I do not suffer from Crohn's, I was friends with a nice young man who did. I just wanted to u...
- Hi A., I got diagnosed with Crohn's disease about 8 years ago. I grew up in Santa Monica, but am now living in Berlin Germany. So I can't tell you about any great d...
Seeking Mom's Who Are Married or Living with Significant Others
Asked by T.S. from Eugene
on July 7, 2007
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I am trying to be consistent in the type of discipline I'm doing with my 18 month old daughter. She is throwing tantrums and I tell my husband to ignore it and she'll ...
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- Aren't tantrums fun? It sounds like neither of your methods are very effective... she's still throwing fits and you're still arguing about how to handle it. One thin...
- Ignoring tantrums at home is optimal. Don't even glance, wince, giggle, or "see" the child throwing one. In public, leave. I've never had them repeat a tantrum wh...
- I think the best advice I have is to try to avoid tantrums in the first place! My son (20 mo) rarely throws them, but when he does it is ALWAYS linked to hunger and/or...
