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Freshman Girls Being Bullied in the HS Gym Shower
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on August 23, 2011
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My twin high school freshman daughters have been having a problem with the same girls since 7th grade. One girl who is also their grade runs and dumps her gym bag by ...
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- I hate bullying! As I have stated in many other posts I have dealt with it for years with my son. I would tell your daughters to use the nice approach first. Move...
- Sign them up for taekwondo. When they know some self defense and can flatten these girls on the floor if need be - it'll stop.
- This brings back so many bad memories of middle school! I was the target and the showers after P.E. were a nightmare for me. The popular cheerleader and her little g...
3 Year Old Misses Her Daddy While He Is Working Away from Home
Asked by K.G. from San Diego
on November 7, 2008
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Hi Mothers,
My 3 year old daughter loves her daddy to death and they are until recently unseperable. Four months ago, he took a job about 3 hours away. He had to re...
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- Sometime our husband have to travel distances for work to do what is best for our families, mine goes to NY for 2 months every year. Our 4 year old girl misses him ve...
- I would invest in a Web-Cam, that way she can see Daddy and talk to him. Provided there are 2 computers available either lap tops or desk tops.
- HI K., Yes, it's tough, isn't it? I have a threee-year-old and a husband who travels frequently for weeks at a time. The sugggestion from SH is what we use, too: a ...
Crib
Asked by C.S. from Sarasota
on July 24, 2010
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Sooo grandpa is putting the crib together with no directions. It's a Simmons, in excellent shape but not new.. Can anyone tell me how the drop down gate is suppose to ...
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- Yes, please make it secure. There's been a recall. Good luck.
- If you happen to know the model you can usually get the owner's manuals online. I have done that with LOTS of times, including baby items.
- Ha Ha that's funny about grandpa! :) Check the manufacture's website for the manual. You should find assembly instructions and info on the crib. Yes, be weary of reca...
Need Advice About Losing Weight
Asked by K.D. from Dallas
on February 4, 2009
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I have been doing the Richard Simmons Food mover and have lost 11 pounds, great! However, I've been doing it since December 1. I eat about 1200 calories a day usuall...
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- Richard Simmons plan may be old, but the idea of eating 1200 calories per day is not outdated. That is what you should be eating to lose weight (unless you are extrem...
- I exercise all the time because I love it. The only thing that has helped me make significant changes in fat loss has been the "Eat Clean Diet" by Tosca Reno. I'v...
- Another vote for Weight watchers. I really think it is the healthiest way to lose weight and still enjoy foods you love. 1-2 pounds a week is normal and safe as far as...
Looking to Buy a New Mattress.
Asked by J.N. from Chicago
on August 7, 2007
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Our current mattress is 10 years old and needs to go! I have looked into the sleep number bed but a I am also considering the Simmons Beauty rest ( a traditional sprin...
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- I got a tempur-pedic bed about two months ago and it is wonderful! Well worth the money. I wish I had it while I was pregnant. You won't even know your husband is i...
- My husband and I bought a sleep number bed when I was 3 months pregnant. Let me tell you, it is great! I do not feel when he is in bed. You can make it as hard or s...
- Buy a Tempurpedic, you won't feel your husband move and your 3 yr old won't be able to jump on it (no springs).
Mattress Suggestions???
Asked by L.B. from Fort Wayne
on July 15, 2009
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Hi mommas, I'm currently 6 months pregnant with baby #2 and I think my hubby and I are ready to finally get a new mattress to replace our second hand mattress that mus...
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- We have purchased 3 mattress sets from the Original Mattress Factory and I would definately recommend going there. The prices are so much more reasonable and there is...
- please purchase your mattress from a reputable store and go with a name brand. Alot of the bedbug infestations are comming from cheap mattresses purchased from these ...
- Hi L., we just purchased a Sealy Coastal Meadow mattress set and we absolutely LOVE IT!!!! It has one of those pillow tops and my husband and I have never slept bette...
Homefirst Anyone?
Asked by T.P. from Chicago
on February 14, 2009
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Hi Moms,
Just wondering if any of you used Homefirst for your home birth? I am looking for people who have had first-hand experiences with them. How does the practi...
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- Courtney gave you some good info; I am using Debbie Boucher for my third birth (first homebirth) but all of mine have been vaginal births (in a hospital with epidurals...
- T. I go to Homefirst, but did not have a home birth (you are so brave!) you may want to post this question on mothering.com . Also I font know where you are located, b...
- I just delivered a baby with Homefirst last June. Dr. Zumhagen and Christina, CNM came out for the birth. They were absolutely wonderful! Christina pretty much did eve...
Motivation!!
Asked by R.F. from Chicago
on May 8, 2008
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I am really struggling with getting motivated to loose weight. I made a point of joining a gym within walking distance of my apartment and it even has free child care....
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- What gym did you join? Maybe you need a workout partner - someone to meet you there? K.
- Hi R., Sometimes when you have this big goal in front of you it becomes so intimidating that it keeps you from getting started. First, get a personal trainer 3 times ...
- Hi R., I have had that 30lb problem before. I tried the gym, worked out consistently for a month. Lost nothing...then got to lazy to continue. Here's what did work fo...
How to Reduce Weight
Asked by G.R. from Chicago
on April 12, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I'm trying to reduce my weight but couldn't. I cant find time to go to gym with my 20 months old daughter. I'm bulky in my arms and thighs. Which food helps ...
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- Portion control is what I struggle with! It's a pain, but get a food scale and start measuring your pasta, etc. and learning what a true portion should be. Soup is a g...
- Eat 5-6 times a day. Cut out the fats and oils and make sure the meals are tiny,4-5 ounces. Drink lots of water. Tiny meals keep your body functioning and burning fat ...
- Do you take your daughter on walks? Exercise really is key to losing and maintaining weight. If I was you, I'd try to get in a 15-20 minute walk a day. Also, make...
Exercise Options for Obese MIL with Bad Knees and Arthritis
Asked by J.T. from Dallas
on April 13, 2009
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My sweet mother-in-law's body is a mess. She is about 200 pounds overweight, diabetic, has arthritis in most of her joints, and her knees are so bad that her doctor s...
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- Village Wellness in Plano at Spring Creek Parkway between Preston Rd & the Toll has low intensity workout programs that will fit her needs. They also work with a PT pr...
- It sounds like she needs to discuss her options with her doctor in more detail. There are several options for exercise but because of her medical condition she shou...
- The Heritage Senior Center in Irving has a large pool with a ramp to enter/leave the pool. They also have water aerobics classes. I'd call them and see if she can jo...
