Wedding: Preschooler
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Wedding Blues
Asked by V.T. from Fresno
on October 22, 2007
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This is a very tense subject, and I hope I don't come off as cheap. My step-daughter (tho I don't think of her as one, I've been her Mom II since she was 1.5 years ol...
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- I wouldn't even buy an expensive television set without discussing it with my husband. We share our expenses so why wouldn't we share the decision on larger purchases?...
- It sounds to me that the biggest part is that you didn't get your "dream" wedding and your daughter is going to. For now, this isn't about you (although I think you s...
- Of course you're being cheap, but there's nothing wrong with that. I spent total of $5,000 on my wedding two years ago, with my Mom helping out with $2,000 of it. I"...
Question About Kids at a Wedding.
Asked by C.W. from New York
on August 8, 2007
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I know this is a hot topic, but was looking for opinions.
In my family it wasn't even a thought process my daughter was in my sisters wedding..she is part of the fami...
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- I think it's rediculous that she expects you to do all that work and your oldest isn't even aloud at the party. I mean, why have a little girl in the wedding if she's ...
- That is way too much work for you to do. By the time the reception even started you would still be driving around. I would ask your husband to explain to her that th...
- I would have to agree with everyone else. it is ridiculous for her to ask this much of you! i myself have been to 2 weddings as a child (1 as the flower girl), and 1...
Mom of 3 Year Old Trying for Second
Asked by R.M. from Oklahoma City
on August 1, 2006
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Just wanted a little advice from mom's with more than one child. I am really nervous about having a second child. Our lives have just calmed down and we are finally es...
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- I am a WAHM to two sons, ages 4 and 2. My boys are almost exactly two years apart, and having them this close together has been challenging for my marriage. We love ou...
- Well R., I wish I could say it's easy. It's not, but in the end it's also rewarding. We were surprised with our second, who was conceived when my first was only five m...
- R., Hi! I am the mother of a 2 y.o. boy and a day before his 2nd birthday, we welcomed his baby sister into the world! I thought it would be very hard, but I was am...
Best Friend's Wedding in Mexico - Go or Not?
Asked by K.W. from Milwaukee
on October 24, 2007
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Ok, I'm stumped! My best friend has been living with her boyfriend for awhile now and they just found out that they're pregnant. She's thrilled because she's wanted ...
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- Hi K., When they decided to get married on a beach in Mexico, your friend and her fiance were designing their dream wedding.... They are creating THEIR dream wedding...
- I know you have had many responses to this, and mine is a repeat of many, but I felt strongly enough about your question to add my opinion! If your friend were real...
- I would talk to your friend and explain that the money for a trip just isn't there right know. I also like the suggestion of one of the other moms, plan something spec...
How to Find Reliable Childcare for Out-of-state Wedding?
Asked by J.W. from Washington DC
on August 15, 2011
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Help! We have a wedding to go to in Wisconsin in October and I'm not sure what we should do about our 3 y.o. The invites arrived this weekend and it does not appear th...
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- We just went through this in June. In the end my husband stayed with our 2.5 yr old. He made it special time for the two of them. They took a boat tour of the harbour,...
- I have to reply to this because this is an extremely sore spot for me (my hands are shaking as I write this, and I'm not even mad at you or anyone on this website). P...
- leave the boys at home with a trusted, well-beloved family member.
2 Questions About a Wedding and Birthday Party. Please Help!!
Asked by R.W. from Chicago
on September 8, 2009
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I have a 2-part question. The first one being my sister is getting married this month and I am a bridesmaid as well as my 21-month old dauther is the flower girl. My...
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- At my wedding I had the best gifts and tons of money gifts, but I really believe one of, if not THE, best gifts I received was a picture (beautifully and professionall...
- I've been to about 50 2 year old, 3 year old and 4 year old parties. It's really hard for them to sit still through present opening at that developmental stage and the...
- I agree with everyone else.... $150 is fine (not cheap) It's not rude at all to have your 2 yr. old open gifts at home. It would be overwhelming for her to open ...
Prom!!!
Asked by L.G. from Washington DC
on April 8, 2008
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Growing up my parents did not pay for Prom or any related expenses. What should I do if my daughter is expecting us to pay for everything (dress, hair, limo, flowers, ...
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- I havent had to do this yet but i know what my mom did for my neice. I can see paying for a dress,hair and to have pictures. MY NEICE EVEN SPLIT THE COST OF THE PICTUR...
- Hi L., The woman who said that it's typical for the girls' parents to pay for both the girl & her date must be from another country. Either that, or she is mixing up...
- I had a perfectly wonderful prom without it being expensive. If you shop at the right time and place, you can get sales. You can get a perfectly nice prom dress for $3...
What to Do About 4 Year Relationship
Asked by M.E. from New York
on March 11, 2007
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I've been dating my boyfriend for 4 years this coming April 16th. My soon to be 6 year old son, loves him to death, and sometimes slips and calls him Daddy. My boyfr...
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- M.: People that get a second job are people that have a terrible time making ends meet, which from your request doesn't seem to be the case. You have a 6 yr old so...
- Hi M., The first thing that comes to mind after reading your story is that your boyfriend doesn't appear to be ready, or want to get married! It sounds like he's got ...
- do not get a second job.. the only person to suffer with that is your 6 year old. You boyfriend sounds to me like he makes excuses for his own fears or whatever it is ...
Do Your Kids Understand the Value of a Dollar?
Asked by M.D. from Washington DC
on November 3, 2011
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I always explain to my kids what we are saving for. I posted before about my sister getting married in St. Lucia, and I am doing my best to save the money to get there...
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- My 23 month old doesn't know anything about money except it's shiny, and don't put it in your mouth! He knows it's good though, if he finds a coin he smiles so big his...
- I don't think it is ever to early for them to learn the 'big picture' . I feel to be fiscally responsible they need to know the difference between wants and needs, wh...
- My son is still learning this. One of the "delays" in the understanding of this concept is grandma! I love her, she does wonderful things for us but sometimes she ca...
Over 40 and Making Babies!
Asked by L.L. from Boston
on August 23, 2009
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Hello Moms!!
OK, looking for some support/direction regarding having another baby. I will be 42 and have a fabulous 3 year old son who keeps me on my toes. Any Mom'...
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- Hi L., Yes, I am going to be 41 in October and have been trying to get pregnant for 3 years or more. I am currently seeking help from Boston IVF. I don't see anythin...
- Hi L., I don't know that I have any direction for you, but I do have some support! I had my first (and so far only) at 43. I'm so glad I waited. I'm a better parent n...
- Hi L., I am 48 (soon to be 49) I have four children ages 30, 23, 10 and 8. I also have one grandson age 7. As far as making babies after fourty. I did not seem t...
