Safeway: Preschooler
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Seeking the Perfect Princess Cupcakes for 4 Year-old's B-day
Asked by K.C. from Portland
on May 25, 2008
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Any crafty/creative ideas how to create princess-themed pink & purple cupcakes for my g/g twins' 4th birthday?
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- Hello! We had a princess party for our daughter when she turned 5. We ordered a cupcake castle cake, but it wouldn't be hard to make yourself. I'll try to describ...
- Every year for my daughters B-day I just bring the invitation or a plate/napkin (something that has the party theme on it) to the bakery with me when I place the order...
- I don't know how much time you want to put into this but, my grandma once made me a cake that was like a princess. It was a dome-shaped cake with a Barbie stuck in th...
Hair Care for Pre-schooler
Asked by N.O. from Phoenix
on June 16, 2010
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I have noticed lately that my 4 year old daughter's hair needs more than just shampoo these days. It seems to be dry and gets very snarly wet or dry even with the sha...
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- I transitioned at 3 years old. I live in CO, and it's dry. We only wash her hair 2x per week - sometimes just rinse and condition.
- Our daughter's 7yrs and we use the 2 in 1 shampoo, then a conditioner nature's gate if I can find it or sometimes find an organic cond. on sale, leave that on while we...
- My daughter is almost 6 and I still use the 3 in 1 wash and shampoo. However, sometimes I wash her hair right when she gets in the bath and then put my conditioner on...
I HATE The Term "Stay at Home Mom"!
Asked by K.L. from San Francisco
on January 30, 2008
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I HATE the term "Stay At Home Mom"! I have a 10 month old and a 4 year old and I do not work outside the home. And by work I mean earn a paycheck. I am rarely home....
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- Not sure if anyone said this so far--I call myself a "LIFE COACH"? Works for me.
- I like to say I am a Stay at Home Adventurer. I have three. Four , two, and 10 months. Believe me all those errands and more are straight up adventures for our group. :)
- Why do you care what "they" call you? You are playing a crucial role raising your kids and have complete flexibility and control of your life. Try some Zen.
Has Anyone Else Been Shamed by Strangers?
Asked by B.T. from Portland
on June 6, 2008
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My youngest, who is 3, is very stubborn. He is also very loud when he is mad. I was in the local one-stop shopping store and my little guy had a temper tantrum. A c...
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- It must be 'the trend'. I come from a big family and when I was young and we would all go places together, people would stop my mom and say great things to her. I am...
- Hi B.! Wow! What a rude thing that lady did, but it doesn't surprise me...we have a very up-in-your-face society that is not teaching people to think before they ta...
- I have a three year old son who often acts the same way in public (which according to his dr. is totally normal). I have experienced the occasional eye roll and a few ...
Preschool Field Trip Ideas
Asked by T.J. from Seattle
on August 25, 2008
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Anyone have any good ideas or experiences to share for preschool field trips or class visitors? I've been told we usually go on one every other month, and the month in...
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- If it's been on "Mr. Rogers," preschool kids love it! Try having a mailman or a delivery person of some sort come to the school. ANYONE is fascinating to that age......
- I'm a mom of a 9-year-old incoming 4th grader and a 5-year-old incoming kindergartener whom I just finished 2 years of co-op preschool with. I was the field trip plan...
- TJ, I don't know how well it would work for your kids, but Kidz N Clay near the Alderwood Mall might be a good idea. The kids can go in and either make their own c...
Cold Medicine That Dissolves in Mouth for a 2Yr Old????
Asked by C.Z. from San Francisco
on March 25, 2009
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Hi Mama's,
I need some help for my neighbor. His 2 year old has a cold and is refusing and is doing anything to NOT take any sort of liquid or any medication. I rem...
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- Hi My 7 month old boy is sick now and My Ped said to give him 1/2 a packet of Mucinex Mini-melts. But you should ask your MD first.
- They have the dissolvable strips that he can try.
- Please encourage your friend NOT to give cold medicine to her 2 year old. The medical community strongly advises AGAINST using over the counter cold medicine in childr...
Three Kids Under 4...
Asked by K.C. from Portland
on September 10, 2008
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We are having a third baby boy in December, and of course that will change everything!! Right now I am looking for advice, knowledge, and experience help from other m...
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- I have three boys ages 7, 4, 20 months. The hardest thing was getting some rest during the day. My second son had a hard time when I would nurse the baby or holding ...
- I have 8 kids my oldest is 15 and youngest is 2. Mine are all about 2 years apart. Number 3 was the hardest I have to admit but you can overcome. After 3 it all is ...
- I'm there! My first son is 3 1/2 (4 at the end of Feb), my daughter turned 2 in July, and I have a 6 week old newborn boy. I get all those comments too, and now lovely...
Seeking Healthy Snack Ideas
Asked by K.E. from Portland
on May 21, 2008
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Hello!
I am looking for healthy (organic is a plus but not required), easy to pack lunch/snack ideas for my 3 year old daughter. She will eat just about anything so ...
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- My kids love craisins and nuts, or a trail mix with just a few chocolate chips in it. or yougurt covered raisins. Buy in bulk at your local store, and pre bag at the ...
- Have you thought about hummus? A big container costs about $5 at Costco, which is much cheaper than grocery stores. It doesn't come in prepackaged, snack snize as fa...
- I'm all about nuts. They can be expensive, but Trader Joe's has them for much less than at other grocery stores. You can get a pound of roasted almonds for about $4.50...
**Need Help on Getting Glue Out of Dog's Hair!!**
Asked by B.D. from Sacramento
on February 26, 2008
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My 4 year old son and his friend decided to put eyelash glue on our puppy's yesterday. The dogs are fine, there are just some spots on their backs....but I cannot get ...
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- My mom always told me to use peanut butter or cooking oil to get chewing gum out of my hair. It might work for you. Good luck!
- You may be able to use a little WD-40, I wouldn't spray it directly on the dog, but on your finger and try to rub it out. You would be amazed at what you can use WD-4...
- My mom used peanut butter to get sap out of my hair and gum out of carpet. Worked great.
Looking for Pediatric Dentist
Asked by E.V. from Phoenix
on September 4, 2006
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I need help. We finally got decent dental insurance and most dentists are on our plan. My 4 year old son needs to go to the dentist for the first time (I know, I kno...
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- Dr. Joel Arthur. He is on 63rd & Union Hills. ###-###-####.
- we go to dr. rob mirabelli at camelback pediatric dentistry and they're awesome, awesome. it's kind of a hike for you (they're in the biltmore area), but they're great.
- Hi E., I have a wonderful dentist I take my son to. He started going when he was 4 years old. He is now 12 years old and still goes to her. He can go til he is 1...
