Thank Yous: Tween
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Baby Shower for a Minor
Asked by C.D. from Indianapolis
on August 26, 2008
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I have a request to do a baby shower for a 14 year old. I'm not to quick on this idea I don't want to come off as the mother that I am, but what does a 14 year old nee...
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- Well, she is already pregnant, so you're not helping anything by not participating. If she is planning to parent this baby, then she probably does need to have a baby...
- Tough call. Problem is if this is a business for you are you able to say no to someone without the fear of being sued for discrimination. Fourteen year old mothers n...
- C., I did a baby shower for my husband's 16 yr. old daughter who will be having a baby the end of next month. We too did not want to glorify, but wanted her to have t...
Shower for a Second Baby?
Asked by A.G. from Minneapolis
on August 27, 2008
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My sister-in-law is having a baby girl in a few months, she has a 3 year old boy, is it tacky to throw a shower or do you do something after the baby is born?
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- Definitely give her one. I would have felt awful if no one had thrown me a 2nd shower. The second child is just as wonderful as the 1st and you should celebrate it!
- Hi A., No, I don't think it's tacky at all... Especially since this is one is a girl;-) It would be fun to throw her a shower so that she can get some cute, girly s...
- Maybe it depends. Most of my best friends now were not around 5 years ago when I had my first child, and want to throw me a shower. They also know that i donated ALL o...
?'S About More than One Baby Shower
Asked by T.G. from Philadelphia
on May 21, 2007
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OK. I wanted to know if it is ok to have a baby shower with each child. I was always told that you don't unless there's a huge gap between children or if it's a differ...
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- If someone throws it for you it is fine! Now a day everyone around that I see preg is getting a shower ,even if they already had one!
- T. You do whatever you want to do! It's okay to have another shower...because you lose things along the way with the first...and maybe you could just ask for cloth...
- I personally think that another typical chocolate bars in diapers baby shower is not in the best of taste since they are so close together. I had a boy and girl 21 mon...
Baby Shower Gift for Teen Mom
Asked by L.M. from New York
on October 17, 2011
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My daughters (ages 14 and 16) have been invited to a baby shower for their friiend. What would you recommend as a gift?
No, she is not registered. My girls do not...
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- OK--looks like you're looking for some ideas for practical gifts, not personal opinions on teen moms. Sooooooo..... •Diapers (size One or Two for later) •Bath a...
- Things I NEEDED - Butt cream was a big one. Probably some nice baby lotion too since it's almost winter and baby skin can get so dry. Diapers ( I would get size 3....
- Sleepers, blankets, Hoodie Bath towel with tub, assorted bibs. Is she registered? If so something off of the registry..
Being Harassed by CPS Because My 10 Year Old Has a Normal Hygiene Problem
Asked by K.V. from San Diego
on November 5, 2010
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As a parent of a ten year old boy, I've done my research over the last few years as my son has gotten closer to puberty; Both through the web and through family member...
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- I would do what it takes to get your house cleaned up and de-cluttered, introduce deodorant to your son and insist on clean clothes daily, and put the pets outside or ...
- Laurie A. is spot on. I've got friends who are lawyers who work with CPS, and they'll stop visiting once the problems are solved. You need to make some major life chan...
- Well, I think CPS probably came to your house because of the mention of a pipe. Honestly, if they have time to make visits because a 10 year old boy appears dirty on o...
14 Year Old Daughter
Asked by G.C. from Dayton
on July 14, 2008
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Hello,
I am new to this so please bear with me. I have 5 children and my oldest is 14. I have been having some issues with her behavior lately and I am not sure how ...
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- I don't think I could ever know as much as you seeing as my children are ages 7, 5, and 3 but I do have one thought. Whatever consequences you come up with I would avo...
- Wow, sounds like my 15 1/2 yr old son lol.. This is a tough one Hun trust me, you need to be stern and take away what means the most to her, I know easier said then do...
- I would recommend you talk to someone at church and ask for guidance. My daughter is difficult at 13 and think what you are going through is normal. It is hard for kid...
My 12 Year Old Driving Me "Crazy"!!!!
Asked by K.S. from Raleigh
on April 11, 2008
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Now, ladies i have a question: do any of you know what is going on with the kids of today? Does anyone have the answer or just an answer for me? I am about to go crazy...
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- K., Sister you are singing to the choir. I have an 11year old son. Same situation, very strong willed, intelligent and old for his age. I called his teacher ahead of...
- Hi K., It sounds like your daughter is seeking attention...I am a social worker...and it seems like someting is going on w/your dtr...It mite be she is missing real...
- K., my friend..I have had 5 daughters...so I KNOW what you are talking about. Here is my opinion. I believe when children hit that age they revert back to being a "ter...
Discussing Hair Removal with Tween
Asked by H.P. from Los Angeles
on May 20, 2008
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Thank you all for your responses, but I no longer need additional comments on "my request",so, I deleted it. Unfortunately there is no way to entirely delete this, but...
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- Why are you okay with waxing, but not okay with shaving? Just curious. =-)
- I am a mother of daughters and they had simular situations. My oldest did at that age need to shave because kids were teasing her at school and my next daughter had b...
- The way you question comes off is as if you want to have her do it your way or be punished for doing it by waxing ( since waxing is painful) It sounds a little twisted...
Depression with Baby
Asked by H.F. from Seattle
on March 18, 2008
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Can some please tell me if it's normal to be depressed about routines that your child gets you into. Is it normal to feel sheltered with a baby in your life and restri...
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- H. - Girl, don't worry, you are normal. But, it is also fixable. After I had my second baby, I struggled with depression. I got some great advice. Start exersizing...
- Everyone will define "normal" differently. I became a mom at 34 and I had tons of fun before that, especially 24-33; what a time of independence, travelling on a whim...
- Hi H., I had a bit of depression realizing that my new life would never be the same as my old life. I was aware of and very frightened of Post-Partum Depression so I ...
Afraid 12 Year Old Step-daughter Is Sexually Active. What Can I Do?
Asked by L.W. from Cleveland
on November 9, 2008
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Here is the situation...my 12 year old step-daughter who doesn't live with us, spends LOTS of time text messaging and no time studying (last report card 2 F's, 2 D's, ...
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- Dear L., I would find a support group where your entire family can benefit. Church is a great place to find a godly positive influence for you and your family. Find...
- I am going to go with the old saying "Better safe than sorry". Even if she is not sexually active right now it is a VERY thin line between talking like you are and act...
- you might check out www.sexrespect.com and see if there is anything there that you think you or your step daughter could benefit from...and lift her up in prayer! Go...
