Wedding Planning
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White Shoes
Asked by K.M. from Austin
on April 24, 2010
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Hi Moms,
Calling all stylish moms! It has been a few years since I've felt confident in my knowledge of "what is in style". My dear friend's step daughter is gett...
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- I don't do much of what the fashion police say. I wear what I like and what is flattering and comfortable. Today, I wore a bright turquoise blouse, white crops and...
- I think the wearing white restrictions are over. Wear them and have a good time!
- My thought is always that if they are trendy looking and they are new, then more than likely the shoe people know what they are doing. I say go with it. Plus if they a...
Father's Day Woes
Asked by K.R. from New York
on June 19, 2010
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Hi ladies & gents! I think I just need to vent a little bit. I have an MIL that is a bit much. My husband and I have been married for 5 years, dated for 3 so I've k...
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- Have your "real" Father's Day (or any other holiday that gets screwed up) on another day! My husband's ex ruins all of our "real" holidays so we just celebrate as a f...
- I do not get along with my MIL, its unfortunate but thats the way it is. Our personalities clash big time and there's just no point in me being around her. I don't lik...
- Maybe being a single mom raising him she is now proud that he is a great father and wants to celebrate with him? Not trying to be rude, just trying to see a different ...
Air Travel Tips
Asked by Y.G. from Las Vegas
on October 21, 2006
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In December my family (husband and twin daughters) will be traveling to Chicago for a wedding. The girls will be almost a year and a half by then. My question is, does...
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- Hi Y., I have one tip that many people overlook when carrying children on your lap. There is a device that fits the child like a vest and attaches to your seat belt f...
- I travel via airplane with my son quite often. He is now two. I found an awesome idea in the Parents magazine. Get a craft box from Walmart. One that is plastic with a...
- Yes, something to suck on! Lot's of things to be busy with their hands (colors, stickers, books) The benadryl worked great for me too, but ask your doc. And the one...
My Ex on Third Marriage
Asked by F.M. from Lincoln
on December 7, 2011
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i know it is none of my business, but i dont understand why my ex thinks that getting married is the answer for everything! he has so many issues including destroying...
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- Sounds like he likes having nookie at his fingertips, doesn't want to work for it by going out and dating a lot, because being married makes it easier on him to get it...
- Don't push your daughter if she doesn't want to talk to him to tell him how she feels. Seriously, don't. It's not her responsibility to maintain their relationship o...
- Wow, what an insensitive jerk. My heart goes out to both of you. This might be an off-the-wall suggestion but I might take her to see "Courageous." It will give h...
Sleeping in Bouncy Seat
Asked by T.P. from Dallas
on December 18, 2008
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Okay...I just HAVE to get feedback from you Moms on this one!! My daughter is 4 mos old and has not slept in her crib or bassinet yet. She had a heart murmur at birt...
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- Tracy I just want to tell you she will be fine I let my son who will be 3 in Feb. sleep in his swing until he was 5 months old because that was the only way he would s...
- I'm a member of the "if she's happy and healthy, then why mess with a good thing" club! My daughter never thrived on the "standard" advice for anything, so much so th...
- You really don't mention if your child ever lies prone- is she getting her tummy time? Is your daughter being prepared to roll over in her sleep? My daughter's pedia...
Seeking Parents of Sons and Daughters Getting Married
Asked by T.W. from Denver
on February 22, 2010
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If you have a son or daughter that is getting married or recently got married, what would appeal to you in the way of a financial education program for them? Would you...
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- I also would recommend Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University. Taking the class would be good, but if you just bought the kit it has all the CD's with the audio of ...
- As a financial planner, I don't think it would be used unless it was a live class or meeting with a qualified planner. Generally, it's not a priority for newlyweds unl...
- I'm on the child end of this. My parents have given us many books and advice on finance. They have shared their experiences with investment education classes they ha...
Photographer
Asked by M.A. from Chicago
on June 28, 2011
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Hi I was wondering if anyone knew a photographer in the downers grove area that does not charge a fortune? My daughter is getting ready to take her senior pictures and...
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- Hi M., My brother-in-law is local and takes FANTASTIC pictures. He is super reasonable (under $100 that's for sure! his site says starting at $40) and you get access...
- Hi. My cousin is new in the business (therefore, her prices are affordable) and she's very good and very great to work with. Her name is Cara. You can contact her a...
- Hi M.! I am a new photographer and while I am starting my business, I am offering FREE sessions. The only thing that I ask is that I am able to use the pictures in...
Ear Piercing & Tat Request from My 15 Yr Old!
Asked by B.J. from Washington DC
on June 23, 2009
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My son is adamant about getting a tattoo (2 of his sisters have them w/o prior consent) to memorialize his father and an earring for 'fashion'. I am against both and ...
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- Although others might say "What's the big deal?", I agree with you. Piercings / tattoos seem to B. all the rage right now, but they can B. a drawback come employment ...
- B. J, I'm on the "discourage the tattoo" side of this. I have an uncle who has a blue blob on his arm from a bad tatoo artist. It was supposed to B. a cartoon wolf ...
- Great job, Mom! I'd thank him for seeking my permission. That shows he is a very mature young man. You can also appreciate his honesty. He is going to B. a wonderf...
Travel Without My 5 Year Old
Asked by T.S. from Los Angeles
on May 6, 2008
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Hi Moms!
I've never had this situation before so I need some input.
My oldest daughter is getting married in Italy (yay!) and we are not taking the kids. (yay ag...
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- I think leaving him little surprises is a GREAT idea! Someone said, "...sometimes kids can see right through that..." something about 'buying him off'.... HUH?! HE'S ...
- The little gifts are good but maybe more of a count down theme. Like open one every night before bed or first thing when he wakes up. Who will he be staying with? Some...
- If it was me I wouldn't leave my kids, but since you decided too, you can make it an adventure for him too, who ever is going to be watching him, get with this person...
How Long Do I Make the Rope?
Asked by R.J. from Omaha
on March 6, 2009
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This sounds like a really dumb question even for me, but I have been pondering it, so I thought I would ask and see if anyone has had any experience with this. My dau...
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- I would suggest on having them take a back route if you tie cans to the back bummer, it is VERY dangerous and more then likely illegal to be trailing cans behind a car...
- As fun as this would be, I would skip this tradition, for many reasons. Choosing the right length of rope would be difficult. Even if the rope was OK, at 55 mph, a ca...
- R., Love the idea but..... to let you know it's illegal in most areas so you might not want to so it. Definetly ON the freeway!!! Sorry!
