Parent & Teacher Meetings: Luv
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Special Needs Son Too Shy to Make Friends at School
Asked by J.H. from Richland
on January 29, 2008
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My son is a special needs first grader. He was born with five birth defects all affecting his major organs, and requires a lot of medical attention. He is pulled out...
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- Hi, I don't know if this is relevant, but I'll try. My daughter was reading well at age 4, doing advanced math at 5 (I mean times tables as well as simple arithmetic...
- I would ask the teacher for suggestions. I would also try to find out who your son would like to get to know or who the teacher thinks might be a good match. Then ...
- As I'm familiar with this particular child, I would say that you just need to keep encouraging him to reach out. It also might help, as someone else said here, to set...
Terrible 2'S Are Draining Me....... and Another on the Way
Asked by J.D. from Houston
on July 30, 2008
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I have a 2 1/2 yr old daughter how at times is the most wonderful daughter I could ask for, and then the majority of the time lately she has been so horrible for me an...
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- You have to let her keep the pacifier--she'll give it up before she starts school :) If long hair's a problen, get her hair cut short. Don't talk to her; hug her and l...
- J., don't buy into the guilt issue when disciplining your child. The Bible actually tells us that "if you don't discipline your children, you don't love them." (Prover...
- Take a break girl! Ok, I don't want any hate mail, but here's what I think. Don't force the little stuff, like brushing hair and teeth or giving up the pacifier. If sh...
Biological Dad Question
Asked by M.B. from Houston
on February 10, 2008
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Alright Moms, I'm stuck and I'm not real sure what the right thing to do is.....My daughter is 10. Her bio dad and I split up when she was only about a month old. He v...
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- Though I've already given you a huge story of my husband and step-son I would like to add one thing. You need to make sure that he IS self centered and not just tryin...
- If she's asking to meet him then you should respect that. But it might be good to warn her in advance about how unreliable and irresponsible he is and that it has to d...
- Hi- This certainly is a tough one. I think as a parent we have to put our children first, even if that means keeping a safe distants from the biological father. ...
I'm Just Curious...
Asked by J.H. from Dallas
on March 12, 2008
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I am just curious... How do so many moms afford to stay at home? Are there ANY average income couples out there that have found a way to make ends meet and stay at hom...
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- J., I'm sure there are many moms who are able to stay home because their husband's income is substantial. Or they may be willing to do without things in order to stay...
- Hi J., First, if you decided to stay home there would not be a need for daycare!!! That in itself is a major expense cut! I realized that I would be working just ...
- J.- Are you still looking for something that might help you bring in extra income? Right now I'm not a stay at home mom, but building a business so that I can st...
Tattos Taboo?
Asked by S.M. from Chicago
on March 12, 2008
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I recently got a tatto on my arm, a pretty big one, and I wonder if I will be viewed any differntly by other parents when I am at school functions or just anywhere wit...
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- i would not let other people's opinions determine my self worth. if u want to sport tattoos...DO IT! there will always be someone who is looking for a way to be offend...
- I really wanted a tattoo in my 20s but wouldnt dream of disprespecting my parents and my boyfriend didnt like them at the time- he is now my husband. I am so glad I d...
- Hi S.! Well, it looks like a topic that will get A LOT of different responses. I am a mommy with tattoos, 4 to be exact. 2 lower back, 1 ankle and 1 middle back and...
2 Year Old and Socializing with Other Kids
Asked by K.H. from Boston
on July 13, 2010
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My 2.6 year old daughter is very bright, vocal and enthusiastic. She is also very emotional - which on the positive side she shows empathy and compassion. However, it ...
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- Wow, my daughter is the same way!! Same age too. She's always been shy & sensitive though. Right now my husband and I are trying to do role playing to show her exampl...
- My oldest son also acted this way at 2. He would never participate in songs or activities in story times at the library and did not want to be a part of any large soci...
- I am a teacher of young children and know it is common at this age for young children not to know how, or even want to socialize with others of similar age. You may w...
Bad Dad
Asked by R.G. from Spokane
on October 22, 2009
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I am writing on here because I am at the end of the line with the situation that I am living in. I read advice of others on this site often and I wonder if there are a...
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- I thought my situation was bad! You appear to have it far worse. My friend is a lawyer(not family law) and he gave me a couple of names of people he likes. They, of co...
- I adopted my daughter thru CSD and have also been a CASA worker. CASA workers are volunteers. They are not attorneys, tho I suppose an attorney could volunteer. A C...
- LUV to U R....I have read all the responses and would like to add only one important suggestion.....GET THE KIDS THEIR PASSPORTS!!!!!They can only get one and then he ...
Want to Take Daughter to Childcare at Bally's While I Work Out
Asked by M.L. from Miami
on May 20, 2009
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I really want to make use of my gym membership at Bally's but, I am never able to because I am home with my 2 year old all day. By the time my husband gets home it is...
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- she will sense your insecurity about leaving her and it will be harder for her. Just take her there, confidently drop her off, tell her you'll be back, and walk out. D...
- I finally figured these things out by child #3... It's usually more a problem with the MOM being a worry wart than the child freaking out that they aren't with you ...
- YES! You should do it. It will be a healthy break for both of you. Start small... talk it up... she'll get to go "play with other kids". Take some favorite things ...
Miscarriage at 16 Wks, How Do You Go On?
Asked by K.M. from Kansas City
on June 20, 2009
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I just found out on Wednesday when I went in for a normal prenatal checkup that our babys heart was not beating, I was overwhelemed with sadness and there by myself. I...
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- Like other moms on this website...I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your loss and let you know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. ...
- K.- When I read this it made me cry. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I could not imagine how you must feel. I have a 2 year old boy and I think about losing...
- K. - I do not have any advice but wanted to tell you how very sorry I am that you had to go through that. I will be praying for you and your family.
Unexpected Pregnancy
Asked by M.L. from Houston
on December 23, 2009
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i'v been wth my boyfriend for only 2 months.. wr expecting and he's
telling me that we have to have an abortion..what should i do
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- God makes no mistakes but we do. If God placed the baby in your womb allow it to stay there until he determines what will happen next. Do not make the mistake of usi...
- Lose the guy. Obviously he only wants sex and no responsibility. As a single mom, you can choose to give the best gift ever. The most amazing sacrifice you can mak...
- Hi M., There are other options available to you. No baby is an unwanted baby. There are adoption services that will help you should you be unable to support the b...
