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Throwing Food Overboard
Asked by M.F. from Houston
on January 11, 2008
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Just a question for all you more "experienced" moms. I have an almost 14 month old. Every time he sits down to eat in his high chair, after eating a few bites, he star...
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- I think all kids throw food overboard just cause its a game to them. As for the "no", he totally understands! He just wants to see how much he will get away with. M...
- Hi, My son is 15 months and does the same thing. I figured out that he doesn't like sitting in his high chair anymore. It frustrates him. We bought a small table for...
- Hi, this may be a little late, but just now reading my mamasource. It seems to me that your child is disrespecting you and what you are asking him to do. This is and...
Looking for a Park
Asked by A.L. from Phoenix
on March 1, 2007
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Im looking for a park around mesa/gilbert area that would have a duck or little paddle boats to take my children for a family outing. Im not from here so I dont know w...
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- Freestone Park off Lindsay between Guadalupe and Elliot has the ducks w/pond and Kiwanis Park has the paddle boats. I guess you should check both places out to see whi...
- There is a nice park with a lake and a train ride, play ground, and some other rides. its on Lindsay after Guadalupe
- Hi A.~ I would strongly suggest Freestone Park in Gilbert but Kiwanis Park in Tempe off Mill between Baseline and Guadalupe has paddle boats and it is a nice big park...
Divorced and over 40+?
Asked by C.P. from Los Angeles
on March 12, 2012
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I just read an article online that said over-forty divorce is up 50% in the last twenty years. Depressing. I NEVER thought I would be single in my late 40s (now early...
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- Hi C.! I first want to send you a hug....((((((hug)))))... And no...you are NOT alone. I have been officially divorced since 2005...and I am 52 now. I take g...
- Heck C., I am 46 and have never been married. I have a child - oooo, scandalous. LOL I am just now beginning to wonder what in the heck I am gonna' do with myself whe...
- My parents divorce was final Feb 13th after 34 years of being married. They both are 55. I feel really bad for both of them. Neither want to be alone but they hav...
My Son Says NO Way Too Much!
Asked by P.H. from Phoenix
on May 23, 2008
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So my 2 year old has realized the power of the word 'no'! My husband and I can't stand it! We ask him to come over here, and he says "no", we will tell him to do som...
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- When you command your son to do what you ask his rebellious spirit kicks up. So, perhaps speaking with "giving a choice with consequences as a result" will work. Sayin...
- I can totally understand, as I imagine any parent of a 2 year old can. It seems to come with the new found ability to do things for themselves which is a healthy stag...
- Welcome to my world. I really don't have any advice to offer since I'm in the same boat, I just want to let you know that you're not alone.
My Toddler! Did that...strict parents-HELP Me
Asked by K.B. from San Diego
on February 13, 2012
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can't believe my two year old hits me! everytime i say no to him or take something away from him that he shouldn't be playing with , he starts to scream then he slaps ...
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- cry! no seriously... next time he hits you... don't get mad... just muster up some tears and start crying. He probably doesn't understand that it hurts you! Toddler...
- You need to replace your hand swat with a "tool" we have a paddle, I believe in stern discipline in certain areas and this would be one. A swat on the but should be go...
- Totally normal!!! Seriously, this is so normal for a 2 year old. I'm not saying don't work with him. You definitely want to discourage this behavior. Keep working ...
Need Creative Disclipline Suggestions for a 10 Year Old
Asked by C.W. from Dallas
on September 4, 2008
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Hi. I have a request for all the creative Mommys out there.
I have a 10 year old son who is wonderful. He is a really good kid. We have one issue with him that w...
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- Ohh that is a tough one, but the first thing I want to say is that I disagree with using food as a punishment...seems like you are asking for food issues later on ya k...
- Hi C., I am a 4th grade teacher and a mom of 2 active boys. HOnestly, I feel like talking at school is something the teacher should handle and unless he interupts yo...
- First off, I love the Veggie Night idea! Sounds like your son will get more than the reccomended dose of veggies! :) Is there a chore he could do that he would normal...
Swats at School
Asked by S.A. from Tulsa
on December 17, 2008
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My son is 6 years old and attends the first grade at a school where they still swat the children as a last measure of punishment. He has Aspergers Syndrome which is a ...
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- I agree with the other comments about the sensitivity of this issue. In the end, it is your choice as to how you allow the school to discipline your son. My one bit ...
- personal i dont at all believe in any school staff of any kind swatting a child. if the child is out of control then the parent or grand parent needs to be called and ...
- Hi S., I don't see anything wrong with the swats at school as long as the teacher understands that it is the LAST resort for him. Also, if they plan on swatting him...
High Pitched Squealing - Help!
Asked by R.C. from Sacramento
on January 8, 2010
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My one year old is squealing so loud it is painful! Especially in the enclosed car!! My 3 1/2 year old did this but I can't remember what we did! My husband describes...
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- My son went through this right around 12 months old, and now at 18 months will do it occasionally. I used to get so unnerved by it sometimes! Telling them Shhhh, or to...
- In the car, I am assuming the baby/kids are in the the back seat, set the car speakers for rear only and when the squealing starts, crank up the volume on music that...
- Ignore it completely. It's a phase. The more attention you give this behavior, the longer it will continue. Both of my kids went through this phase, and the split seco...
2 Yr Old Rides Dog like a Horse
Asked by D.S. from Tulsa
on April 12, 2010
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how do you get a 2 yr old to quit treating a dog like a horse. he constantly sits on her. she is a very patient dog and acts like it doesn't bother her but I need to c...
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- This is so normal. I wouldn't consider it a punishable offense at all. If the dog is uncomfortable, it will sit down, and the child will slide off the back onto the gr...
- You'll have to explain over and over that the dog is not a toy and that he is a pet. Yes, time out is prefect but don't put him in his crib as that is a place to slee...
- You're going to have to watch your son closely and nip this behavior in the bud before the dog nips him in the butt. At his age, a "We don't ride dogs." and redirect...
Tantrums
Asked by A.J. from Merced
on August 18, 2010
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Please help! My 3 year old daughter has some serious tantrums. She screams the way most kids scream when they get hurt, that loud piercing scream, then she litterally ...
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- My daughter is turning two this year so I guess I'll see some of that soon. Anyway, I guess it's pretty normal for a small child to throw tantrums because they can't e...
- My daughter is just over 3 1/2 years old. When I read through your post, I thought you might be talking about my own daughter just a few months ago. I can share our...
- It is normal for a child this age to throw tantrums but it's not normal for them to try to hurt themselves. I suggest taking her to her pediatrician for an evaluation...
