My Little Pony: Older Child, Puppets
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Birthday Party at Home for 9 Year Old?
Asked by R.L. from New York
on October 19, 2007
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I have never hosted a "kid" party. I am considering hosting a (BBQ or pizza) party at my home but am not sure about entertainment, games and I am nervous about having ...
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- Hi R., I LOVE to have my sons birthday parties at home. I have pretty much used a great web site to help plan and that is www.birthdaypartideas.com. If you pick a ...
- Hey R., We have 4 kids and have come up w/an almost standard b-day party. Pizza is the VERY EASIEST. Have the pizza shop cut each pie into 16 pieces because they don't...
- Having a party at home takes A LOT OF WORK! I've done it for years as well as going out someplace. It is a lot easier to go somewhere else where all the entertainmen...
Almost 9-Year Old Flying Alone!
Asked by T.A. from Portland
on February 12, 2008
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Today we received notice from my almost 9 year old Bio-MOMs new attorney (4 in 18-months) stating that we needed to address ‘spring break’ and essentially needed t...
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- Personally, I was terrified to go on a plane until I was 18. Depending on your daughter's personality, it seems she is more introverted. And does not just take charge...
- Seems as you tried going out of your way to make the trip less stressful. Time for the mom to step up. It isnt your problem she is being selfish. I advise you to speak...
- First, I'm curious as to why your daughter might be afraid to fly alone - is this something that can be worked through with counseling? The airlines are generally ver...
Birthday Party Goodie Bag Ideas
Asked by K.P. from San Francisco
on January 22, 2009
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My son is turning 4 and we are having a party with kids from a variety of ages. I would like to know some ideas for goodie bags. I'm already spending a fortune on the ...
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- Hi K., I agree with the other moms -- I end up throwing away most of the items that come in goodie bags! One of the best ideas I've seen was to bake a few (2 or 3) d...
- Hi K., I've always preferred giving more useful items that can still be fun for the kids. When my daughter was that age I liked to give cheater chopsticks. They are...
- I always go to the Dollar Store and pick out one bigger item instead of a bunch of little things. I've given out Kites, Puzzels, Dolls, Dream Catchers, etc. At Hallowe...
Moving an Outside Birthday Party Inside?
Asked by K.H. from Chicago
on August 27, 2009
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Hi Moms,
My almost 2 year-old's birthday party was originally scheduled to be outside this Sunday (pool party, sidewalk chalking, and pinata). We'll be having 10 k...
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- I realize you already had your party and glad it was a success for you thats great!! Wondered where your husband got the bouncy from? Also, another good idea for...
- If you have a wall that is not really dark but is okay to draw on, you could still let them use the chalk. When my kids were little and just getting obnoxious, I woul...
- they can put on a simple play. That'll amuse the older kids and the little ones can just follow the older ones around. Maybe teach them a little dance and do it with...
Seeking Ideas for 4 Yr Old Daughter's Birthday Party
Asked by L.L. from Sacramento
on March 24, 2008
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Hi Everyone..
My daughter is turning 4 next month and I'm planning a party, but not quite sure what to do. My daughter attends preschool part time and I was lookin...
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- L. - I'm a face painter. Am based in Alameda and work for a very reasonable rate. I also have a 9-year-old daughter. If you're interested, reply to this email and we...
- Hi L. Well one of the things we always did for my son who is now six, was to have an Easter Egg hunt and hs bday is in November, but we did it because he loves to s...
- Check this site out. I always go to this site when i have a party. it has party places in the bay area http://www.bayareakidfun.com/pages/partydirectoryplaces.html
Birthday Party Game Ideas
Asked by T.R. from Reading
on October 8, 2009
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Hey Mamas!!
I need your help and fast! We're having a b-day party for our 9 year old daughter on Saturday. It's a sleepover with 5 of her friends. Any ideas for ga...
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- Dear T., I would not do bobbing for apples, especially with Swine Flu and the susceptibility of a child who is afraid of the water, it's just not a good idea. Becaus...
- I don't know what the weather is supposed to be like for the weekend but . . . what about letting them blow off some steam outside with a rousing game of flashlight ta...
- My daughter is 10...always likes to do a craft or two at her parties...you can pick up some kits at Michael's...put them all around a table and watch them create.. ...
Toddler's 2Nd Birthday Party
Asked by C.H. from Los Angeles
on June 5, 2009
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Hi Everyone,
I need some tips on some activities/games for my daughter's upcoming birthday party. She will be turning 2. My dilemma is that I have a huge age range fo...
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- Hi, I know it doesn't fall in the active catagory, but one thing I did for my daughter's 2nd birthday was let the kids decorate sugar cookies. We had a luau theme s...
- Hi C., My son's birthday parties seem to have the same issue with the age range of the kids we invite. For his second birthday- it was Sesame Street theme- we had ...
- We got a jumpy for my sons 2nd birthday and it was a huge hit with all the kids. We got one that had a slide that ends up back in the jumpy so the little ones would n...
Summer Plans with a Baby
Asked by S.K. from Minneapolis
on May 12, 2008
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Hello! Happy Mother's Day to all of you wonderful moms! I am a teacher who will have 2 months free this summer to hang out with my little guy. He'll be 9 months old in...
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- Join your local mom's club. They will have a monthly calendar of events. That way, you can also meet other moms in your town.
- I got a document from an ECFE mom that is fantastic. It's extremely long and I tried to attach it as a word document.. but it wouldn't work on this site. It's lon...
- If you live near Hopkins let me know. I'm in a Mom's club and we would be more then happy to show you around. We always have a huge amount of activities going on. ...
Going Crazy...
Asked by S.R. from Los Angeles
on August 24, 2011
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so our school year doesn't start until the second week of September and i need some ideas for FREE or cheap things to do with my kids until then!
im kinda goin nuts w...
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- Visit different parks in your area, a new one each day. Look for a free community publication that will have information about upcoming events that may be free or che...
- Try this website: http://www.discoverlosangeles.com/play/activities-and-recreation/activities/100-free-things-to-do.html Hopefully this will help!
- Our local bowling alley has a free summer kids program. The kids get 2 free games of bowling every day. You just have to pay for the shoe rental (and on certain days...
TV Shows for 5Yr Old Girl
Asked by M.S. from Philadelphia
on July 1, 2011
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like most kids, my daughter LOVES TV!! The problem is that she thinks she is too old for cartoons, apart from Spongebob. When it comes to other shows that aren't carto...
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- In my opinion, new TV stinks for kids. Both of my kids absolutely loved I Love Lucy, Leave it to Beaver, Andy Griffith Show, Dick Van Dyke show. Mr. Ed. They liked ...
- Has she seen "Between the Lions" on PBS? Great show if you can get past the idea that you're watching puppets. They live in the library and each 30 min episode they ...
- I'm having a really hard time wrapping my head around the fact that many mother allow their young daughters to watch those teenage girl shows. I find them hideous! Whe...
