Moms Groups: Miracle Blanket
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Soon-to-be First Time Mom Looking for Advice from Experienced Moms
Asked by A.R. from Chicago
on April 16, 2008
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I am in my second trimester and my husband and I are anxiously awaiting our new arrival, but I am the first person in our group of friends to have a baby and I am lack...
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- Hi A., I was in the same situation...first to have kids, not sure what to register for...But now I have my 4 month old little boy and time just flies!! I could NOT l...
- I used a book called Baby Bargains to select all my stuff. It has reviews and recommendations about what you will need and which products/brands are best...depending o...
- You really don't need about 80% of what people register for. We actually registered for very little - the last thing we wanted was to acquire a lot of "stuff". Here'...
Need Help Putting Baby to Sleep and Looking for a Playgroup
Asked by Y.G. from Houston
on April 3, 2008
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Hello, I have a 7 week old baby girl. I have been having a hard time putting her to sleep. She cries if you put her in her crib and won't stop until you pick her up. H...
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- My husband and I also live here in Houston (in the Cypress area) without any family close by. I am a member of Moms in Motion. I don't know what I'd do without this fa...
- International MOMS Club We are a support group designed just for you, the at-home mother of today! ... International MOMS Club Inquiries. Click on the globe for our I...
- Go get the book BabyWise. I just had my first in January. I have stuck to what the book says about letting them cry and everything. It works. Now, in order, for it...
My 1-Week Old Doesn't Sleep Well in Her Bassinet-any Advice?
Asked by J.N. from Chicago
on November 16, 2006
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Hi to all moms!
My 1-week old girl started sleeping very badly in her bassinet (which is in our bedroom)about 3 days ago. She grunts, whimpers and cries in her sleep,...
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- Hi J., I'll add my vote for swaddling your little sweetie. Both of my kids responded very well to it and, in fact, didn't sleep well if they weren't swaddled. We ...
- J., Get the Amazing Miracle Blanket! www.babycenter.com. Rush it overnight if you have to...it's worth every penny! Sleep is just around the corner for all of you...
- I agree that swaddling is the way to go. I used with my two kiddos miracle blanket and it was a saver for us! Here is the website: http://www.miracleblanket.com/ ...
Gift Ideas for Baby Shower
Asked by T.R. from Orlando
on October 16, 2010
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It's for a very close friend of mine and it's her first baby. For my baby she knitted a blanket and gave a bracelet for engraving, which I thought was super sweet. I a...
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- I recently had my second baby and a group of my friends gave me an embroidered blanket. It was just a standard, store bought baby blanket but they had it embroidered ...
- I love books. You could buy her one that was special to you as a child and write a heartfelt note inside. Or you could make a book online (shutterfly, snapfish, costco...
- Give her a day of pampering. Go check out some spas and see if they have anything like a maternity day with a prenatal massage. Most likely at the shower she will get ...
Newborn Questions
Asked by A.S. from Dallas
on August 5, 2010
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I am a new mom, and my son is a week old today. I have questions and need advice from you moms out there.
1. My son will nap anywhere but will only sleep in our bed...
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- A., Congratulations on your new little one! The reason you have heard so many different things about breastfeeding is that every baby is different. If you are abl...
- 1. Do not listen to people who are anti-co-sleeping... I co-slept with my daughter and she transitioned easily into her own bed at one year (a mattress on the floor of...
- I have a 7wk old son who also likes to be held a lot. The first month he only wanted to sleep next to me or in my arms. I ended up letting him. We both needed the re...
First Time Mom- Baby Shower- What to Ask For.
Asked by S.B. from Gainesville
on February 13, 2010
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Hello moms ! I am 5 months pregnant, and have no family here. I have had the same job for 4 years, and my supervisor at work is dead set on throwing me a baby shower. ...
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- Register for what you'd like to get for your baby! If people aren't comfortable spending a certain amount, they won't! Make it a wide range of items. High chairs and b...
- First of all, remember regsteng for a baby is alot of fun!!! Put the basic stuff on your registry....bottles, pacifiers, onesies, towels, blankets, hangers, the littl...
- Gift certificates are appropriate. Small items like baby blanket and bath items; and especially items for MOMMY...slippers, bathrobe, a coupon for take-out, a babysit...
Need Help with Newborn with Reflux
Asked by K.L. from New York
on November 6, 2008
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Hi moms...this is my first time seeking advice but I've seen how helpful everyone is. I had my little girl a month ago and I never thought I could love someone so much...
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- Oh, Mama....it will pass. Truly, it will. Remember that. In the meantime, while you're walking and trying to console her, here's a few things you can try - * make su...
- My oldest daughter was born three weeks after my mom died, unexpectedly, and she suffered from colic the first 9 months of her life. I can totally empathize with you ...
- I had the same problem. First of all, let me say you are not a bad mom, and don't get hung up maternal instinct stuff. Things DO get easier... I promise. Like I sai...
Sleepless and Desperate for Help/advice with Colicky Baby
Asked by K.G. from Chicago
on February 14, 2007
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I am desperate for some advice from other moms that may have had a colicky baby. Our pediatrician thought she had GERD so she prescribed Axid for my baby. This was l...
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- K., Congrats and hang in there! Our daughters share the same b'day two years apart. I was just about to type my advice when I saw Karly's advice - EXCACTLY what I...
- Many of my friends have tried gripe water and they all say it's great. Even a pediatrician I know has said that for some unknown reason it does allieviate discomfort....
- I have no advice, just reassurance that this will pass. My son had colic and I think I'm permanently psychically scarred by the experience. Good news is that it did en...
Fussy Baby Niece, All Out of Avice HELP!
Asked by I.A. from Spokane
on January 10, 2012
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My younger sis has a baby girl who is 2.5 months old. She is one unhappy baby. My sis come to me for advice and I truly just don't know what to tell her anymore. She l...
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- Chiropractic adjustments have helped babies in my family.
- I would find another doctor. One who will listen to me and my concerns. If you can't find a medical doctor then go to an alternative one like a naturopath Or you ...
- Have your sister take the baby to a chiropractor (one who treats familes). My sister-in-law is one, and she saw a baby that wouldn't sleep more than 30 minutes at a ti...
New Mom Looking for Input on What's Normal
Asked by J.V. from San Diego
on September 2, 2009
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I am new to this site as well as new to being a mom. My son is less than 2 weeks old and I am absolutely in love but despite my being around babies my whole life, I fe...
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- Your newborn is normal. A newborn is still getting used to our world. They are still bonding as well. They need to be held and comforted. And yes, babies often ju...
- Dear J., You are not alone! My daughter is now almost 9 months but was exactly like that and I felt exactly like you! How big is your baby? My daughter was 6 lbs 12 o...
- Congratulations! It's hard at first! Have you tried a baby backpack, instead of the sling? Like the Bjorn? (Bjorn's the best, the cheaper ones are worthless, imho)....
