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Appropriate Tv Shows for 5-Year Old?
Asked by O.L. from Los Angeles
on October 30, 2011
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I'm hoping to hear from parents of 5 year old kids about what type of shows they allow their children to watch? It seems like there are a ton of shows for 3 and 4 year...
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- We rely on DVD's and Netflix for our six year old's limited viewing. She likes Dinosaur Train, Shaun the Sheep, natGeo documentaries, Eyewitness documentaries, Looney...
- My daughter is 5 and still loves the programs on PBS. Curious George, Martha and Super Why are her favorites. She does watch SpongeBob and some on Nick Jr. If I find t...
- Sesame Street Dino Dan Dinosaur Train Phineas and Ferb (even the teen loves it!)
Is Head Bobbing Normal??
Asked by K.L. from Chicago
on February 13, 2008
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Hi, I almost feel silly asking this but I'm a first time mom and my 3 month old tends to bob her head like Katherine Hepurn and at first I figured it was just an unste...
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- YEP, normal. She's got a lot of work to do coordinating all those muscle groups. I wouldn't worry, my little man did it too.
- It is probably normal, but if you are concerned...you should call her pediatrician.
- Those neck muscles just are'nt strong enough yet. Think of someone who was wheel chair bound just starting to walk again. She will be fine in a month.
Music for 5 Yr Old
Asked by P.D. from Fresno
on June 5, 2009
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I want to put together a CD for my daughter with upbeat happy (rock) music that I can enjoy also. So far I have Bob Marley- Three Little Birds and ub40- The Way You Do...
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- I know you're trying to stay away from "kid music"--I assume stuff like The Wiggles and old folk songs. But did you know there is a whole genre of "kid music that rock...
- Hi P., I know you've received A LOT of GREAT suggestions, but I thought I'd toss in Elvis. His music is so fun and great to move to. My boys (3 yrs and 2 yrs) and...
- I think there are many musical parents out there who felt like you...so now there's a TON of great music for kids that is really enjoyable for adults too. My son is 4...
Good TV Shows for 5-7 Year Old Boys?
Asked by A.S. from Los Angeles
on July 16, 2009
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I'm looking for some recommendations for good, wholesome (but not too juvenile) shows for boys in the 5-7-ish age range.
My son is 5 1/2, and he has clearly outgr...
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- Hi A., My son is going to be 7 in Sept. We pretty much only watch Disney shows. He watches Zach and Cody, Hannah Montana, Wizards of Waverly Place, Jonas and Phine...
- I have a 5 yr old boy, and he loves a lot of the shows on the PBS station. His favorites are Super Why, Word Girl, and Word World. They are great, educatonal, and he...
- My son is 4, so he's a little younger, but I just put on Discovery Kids for him last night and he watched it mesmerized...although he was annoyed by the commercials! ...
Are There Things That "Take You Back"
Asked by C.O. from Washington DC
on November 20, 2011
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My boys love all different types of music...country, classical, rock, current top 10...
well today they went to YouTube and played "The Final Countdown" by Europe -...
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- Living Years by Mike and the Mechanics reminds me of my senior year when my father was battling colon cancer. Whenever I need to cry, I fire up the iPod. On a happ...
- Bradley Cooper just became People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, which I celebrated by playing the Alias Soundtrack my friend made me a few years ago. Suddenly I was re...
- This has nothing to do with music - but I volunteer in the elementary school library and whenever I see a girl check out a book by Judy Blume, Beverly Cleary or a Nanc...
The Worst Pregnancy Comment EVER!
Asked by K.C. from Cleveland
on October 5, 2011
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I was at Bob Evans llast night because I didn't feel like cooking dinner, and i went inside to pick up our food. When I was about to leave, this lady was behind me and...
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- oh my!! consider the source!!! if she thought your baby was going to suffocate - well...her elevator ain't going all the up and the doors don't open all the way!!! ...
- Yes! This lady at my sons bus stop asked me how far I was. I told her 20 weeks. She asked if I was having twins and I said no. She then said "DAMN you big!" really?! I...
- Consider the source. Apparently "dolt" is one quality that doesn't apply to the Survival of The Fittest Theory!
TV Question - Just for Fun
Asked by K.U. from Detroit
on September 17, 2010
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I saw the post on here about the show Phineas and Ferb and read the responses. It got me wondering what do you allow your kids to watch and what is off-limits? And a...
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- My 18 month old son LOVES Sesame Street, Yo Gabba Gabba and anything that involves Elmo. He's also a big fan of Wipe Out. For whatever reason when that show is on he...
- Wow alot of responses. But its a good question. I have a 4 month old and he doesn't watch tv but he likes to hear some of the nick jr shows. my 2 new favorites are Too...
- My kids don't watch TV. Not because all the shows are trash - though 99.9% of them are, but because it is a waste of time and the commercials teach them to beg for th...
Homeschooling Bipolar Teenager
Asked by L.G. from Dallas
on January 30, 2011
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I have a 15 year old granddaughter who is bipolar. She is having very hard time in public school. My daughter is trying to find out information about homeschooling in ...
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- Kudos to your daughter! :) Homeschooling it Texas is easy as someone posted below. The great thing about living in Dallas County is that she can take dual credit co...
- I would call Social Service in your area and they should be able to tell you about many programs in your area that will help you with children that have disabilities.
- This will help you sort out the legal mumbo jumbo. http://www.hslda.org/hs/state/tx/
Reality Check to See If I Truly Am the Neurotic, over Protective Hard A** Mom
Asked by L.K. from Kansas City
on April 18, 2011
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My 16 year old daughter is a good girl, as are her friends. I love them and trust them so I don't have an issue really with that.
But my daughter's BFF's parents a...
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- A concert on a school night for a 16 year old would be out of the question for me. Kids invite other kids to go places all the time, and 16 Year olds still have to ask...
- fun mom is a twit. no way should she have done this without checking with you first. i'm glad you have a responsible child or a mom like this could be real trouble. it...
- Well...she bought the tickets but you don't have to allow your daughter to go, right? It's still your call.
Tricks...I Mean Tips You've Used to Outsmart Your Teen.
Asked by J.B. from San Francisco
on April 30, 2010
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Many of the conversations on these sites are regarding younger children. I have teenagers and constantly looking for ways to stay ahead of the game. Even if you do...
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- One of my friends/former boyfriends had a mother who was very wise and would keep a light on in the corner of her bedroom while both of her teenage sons were out - the...
- I'm with Amy, the best tricks are honesty, communication, and compassion. I brought up my daughter this way, and she's doing the same with her son, now 4. It could be ...
- hahahaha!! LOVE IT! I wish I had more tips especially being a middle school/high school teacher but I am tapped out today! Your story made my lunch time more enjoya...
