Moving Tips & Advice: Older Child
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9 Year Old Daughter Maturing Too Soon
Asked by J.C. from Dallas
on June 29, 2009
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I have a beautiful 9 year old daughter maturing quickly. No, she has not started her period, but she is developing in all the other areas. Her pediatrician says it i...
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- J., If you will Google - girls developing early - or some other way of phrasing it, you will find many articles on this subject. It seems this is not unusual these ...
- Nowadays girls are developing a lot sooner than we did. I remember starting in the fifth grade, and so did most of my friends. I believe I just turned 10. But now t...
- I totally agree with most of all the others. My coworkers daughter and my niece have started their periods at the age of 10. Most kids start budding at the tender ag...
Moving
Asked by S.D. from Springfield
on January 3, 2009
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My husband has gotten a promotion and we are starting the process of moving. This is he biggest move that any of us have ever gone through. 15 hours away from everyth...
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- Good Morning S., In 91 we moved from Ks to TX. Our son's were 15,17. We only had lived in KS. Hubby was in military before we were married so he in a way was into long...
- We went to the library and got ever book/video about the place we moved. I also went on the state/city website to find out the "cool" stuff to do and the stuff that i...
- My husband is in the military. We have only made one big move, which was from Wisconsin to Kansas. We're about 13 hours away from "home". And we've been away for almos...
8 Year Old Son Who Is Not Interested in School Academics.
Asked by S.P. from New York
on May 22, 2008
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My 8 year old has no interest in school what so ever. He likes going to school but it takes him to long to finish his work , he is easily distracted and he is forgetf...
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- Hi S., I have 3 sons--23, 22, & 9, who have all loved academics, but learned better in less traditional environments. I homeschooled the older ones, until they wen...
- Well, I can only speak from personal experience as an 8 year old, since I'm pregnant with no children. Anyway, when I was 8, school work was incredibly boring because...
- Before doing anything else, I would definitely consider having your son tested for ADD. You really have nothing to lose, and once you know, it will be so much easier ...
Moving with Family to KC This Fall- Any Tips or Advice?
Asked by M.L. from Kansas City
on May 26, 2007
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EDITED WITH MORE INFO. & UPDATES ...
I'm sure there's someone else out there who has been through this already and can help me with advice, help, support, tips abo...
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- M. while i am happy you are bringing a pastor to this area and it is desperatly needed i am a little concerned of the differences you will face once you are here. May ...
- Congratulations on your move! I have lived here for over ten years and would be happy to give you information about the area. If you need information about neighborhoo...
- I have lived near KC (Smithville) all my life and still do! I love it here. For me personal I like living north of Barry Road. It is a great city and full of friendly ...
Nervous About Moving
Asked by J.G. from Kansas City
on February 1, 2008
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I need some advice and insight from all you moms. My husband is getting a job promotion out of state. It's one of three cities we would have to move to for this promot...
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- The best thing I can tell you to do is to get involved. I'n your community, your church, get your kids in play groups or activities. All of these things will leas to...
- I moved 3 hours away from all of my family and friends when I got married so that my husband could finish his last year at University. I'm not going to lie, it sucks....
- As a military wife, I know how you feel! We moved to Oklahoma almost 4 years ago, his family is in Georgia and mines in Ohio. Yes, it will be hard at first, but join...
Money with a 6 Year Old
Asked by D.R. from New York
on February 5, 2010
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hi moms, i think i am moving into new territory here. my 6 year old has been hoarding money, and taking money, as we just discovered last night. he didnt realize it wa...
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- Here is what we did. Allowance. A six year old gets $6 per week. A 10 year old gets $10, etc.. 30% was to go directly to a savings account not to be touched. 30% ch...
- This reminded me of a story...when I was younger my sister and I and lil' cousin (about 6/7) went to the movies at the mall... when it was over we were walking out and...
- my husband and i just started going to dave ramsey classes called financial peace university & last night we had our 2nd meeting & he talked about kids & earning money...
Moving to Plano
Asked by B.F. from Dallas
on January 29, 2009
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My family and I may be moving to Plano from Washington State in the next month (depending on my husbands job). I was wondering if anyone can tell me if there is a cert...
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- I love the area around Plano Senior High. Reasonable homes, not tooooo much money--which can make kids bratty, close to all the schools and my church and the grocery ...
- The Murphy area is great and the Wylie schools are as well. It has a small town charm with the convenience of a larger city. Murphy neighbors to Plano, Richardson and ...
- I have grown up in Plano. Went to Plano Senior High School and now in another year, my daughter will be going there too. I am also a teacher. I would highly recommen...
Moving to Canada -
Asked by M.L. from Los Angeles
on March 15, 2010
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Dear Mamas,
I need LOTS of practical and pragmatic advice! My husband has been working part time for a start up company in CANADA and they want him to start full t...
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- Wow! That is a lot to digest. I have no idea, but I did a google search and came up with this: http://www.howtomovetocanada.net/how_to_move_to_canada____a_primer_fo...
- Lucky you. I think you and your family are in for a wonderful opportunity! Good luck on your adventure.
- Your husband must have some legal paperwork that allows him to work in Canada (even from the US). If he wants to come here with you and the children you all need prop...
Husband Moving Out
Asked by S.R. from San Francisco
on November 15, 2008
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My husband is moving out today. We have had a rocky marriage due to a fast marriage and babies, miscarriage, infertility, and me not knowing I have been suffering fro...
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- My husband moved out when my boys were 4 and 7 and they are now 26 and 30. I have been remarried for 16 years. I can just tell you that time DOES heal all pain and yes...
- Hi Shari, Your situation is one I empathize and associate to. We have gone through similar circumstances recently in our home (the kids dad has left us). He is th...
- Hello Shari, I've been a single mom since my oldest was born. I never married, but I do understand how difficult it is. I suffer from depression myself so I do know h...
Scrapbooking Tips for 9 Year Old
Asked by B.P. from Kalamazoo
on August 17, 2009
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I would like to start scrapbooking with my daughter but have never done it myself. I bought a scrapbook but am at a loss of how to attach things to the pages - there ...
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- Good morning B.! I'd suggest the Tombow mono-adhesive. It is very easy to use and refill and they do have a 'temporary' one so that if your daughter doesn't like wha...
- I work full time, so I need quick, easy and mess free scrap book stuff for when I actually do have a scheduled moment of free time! Ahesive double sided tape in a disp...
- I didn't have time to read your other responses but I have a 6 year old who really wanted to scrapbook. So what I did was had a girlfriend who is a avid scrapper (I a...
