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Looking for Advice on Not Vaccinating and Which Pediatricians They Use
Asked by S.T. from Chicago
on August 26, 2009
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I'm looking for advice on a pediatrician who supports a more natural whole health approach. We are expecting our first child October 5 and don't want to vaccinate. W...
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- I've gone to Homefirst for many years. I read the article in the Tribune that another mom referred to, and it was very biased. I do not like either of the doctors me...
- I don't want to comment either way on vaccination, that is a personal choice. I did see that someone recommended the Homefirst practice - the Tribune did an extensive...
- My ped office is in Palos Heights. There are about 5 docs in the practice. They have never questioned me delaying shots or eliminating some completely. They do some...
Recommendations for a Food Steamer for Vegetables
Asked by A.B. from Chicago
on August 25, 2009
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My son will be 6 months tomorrow and will be starting vegetables soon. I plan on making most, if not all, of his food so I am in need of a food steamer for the vegeta...
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- I know this isn't exactly what you're looking for, but I'm addicted to ziploc steamers! They're a ziploc bag especially made to be placed in the microwave. They stea...
- I have a bamboo steamer and I love it. I'm not a big fan of plastic of any kind in the microwave. That's just me. My bamboo steamer has 3 sections that come apart an...
- A., I was in a darling little boutique called Kustum Kribs yesterday in Park Ridge. They had a vegetable steamer and puree maker that I hear works really well. It pu...
7 Yr Old Needs Help with Reading
Asked by E.M. from Chicago
on June 12, 2009
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My son is an adorable 7yr old. He is very intelligent and very outgoing for his age. He has incredible verbal skills and he is good at math. He is an excellent student...
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- My daughter was the same way until this past year. I had her tested and it turned out it isn't. She has a little trouble focusing on what she is reading--not an eyes...
- my husband and i have 8 v kids ages 20 years old 2 14 months old , our middle daughter dislikes reading , and for us frustration is at a high , we decided to go to bo...
- My daughter had the same problem. I took her to the Illinois Eye Institute, 3241 S Michigan Ave, ###-###-####. Her eyes did not work together. She had vision training ...
Seeking Moms
Asked by J.R. from Chicago
on August 24, 2009
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My 13 month old refuses to eat solid food and will throw up if forced. Still on puree and the bottle. Will use sippy cups for juice and water. Any suggestions to ge...
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- How about dole cut peaches, applesauce. We used to give our daughter fish sticks and spaghetti, yogurt, cheese. If your 13 month old is still having problems just wait...
- I have a friend whose now 4 yr old started out that way and now has about 5 foods he'll eat, it's some kind of sensory issue. He has been in therapy for a couple years...
- J. try feeding him some apple sauce along with his solid food on the spoon a little bit at time and then if that work buy some baby desert in the jar it work for me
Messy Eater = Dirty Floors
Asked by S.C. from Chicago
on July 4, 2009
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My 14 month old is very good at feeding herself and makes a total mess too. My kitchen floor has taken a beating from stains and just whatever has dried up that we did...
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- A friend of mine had a great idea. Newspapers on the floor! Roll them out, throw them out! S. Botana Host mom and Local Childcare Coordinator with Cultural Care ...
- Hi S.! I use the magic eraser mop for my floors. I LOVE it! I used to clean them on my hands and knees, not any more. M. Mom of two boys, 2 year old and 10 mon...
- S., We like the Method O-MOP, which is available at www.methodhome.com and some Target stores. It's not great for cleaning caked-on food (it does do a pretty good ...
Nursing Strike or Ready to Wean?
Asked by L.M. from Chicago
on June 28, 2009
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My 10 1/2 month old EBF son is suddenly refusing to nurse. Yesterday he refused all day until bedtime when he finally did nurse, and he is refusing so far again today...
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- www.kellymom.com is a terrific way to get great breastfeeding help.
- this is common at that age for bottle fed babies too, so don't think weaning will save you frustration! I have found it linked to them liking table food so much and t...
- Hi L., I just went through this last week with my 10 month old daughter. It was terrifying and so sad for me, but it all worked out. She literally went to bed fin...
BOB Duallie Vs. Bumbleride Indie Twin
Asked by S.C. from Chicago
on August 24, 2009
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I have a 16 month old and expecting baby #2 this October. I'm starting to research on double strollers. I don't mind spending the $$ on a good double stroller since th...
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- I bought the Phil & Ted's. It goes from an infant/toddler stroller to double toddler stroller to single stroller. It has the feel/size of a single, but it's a great d...
- Hi S. - I have a BOB Duallie and I love it. I never looked into the Bumbleride. My boys are 16 months apart and they both seem very happy with it. I don't think...
- I LOVE my BOB duallie. I have a 2 year old and a 2 1/2 month old. The seats do recline a little bit, they don't sit up perfectly straight, but my son adjusted from h...
Anyone Else Have Kid(s) with Urinary Reflux?
Asked by A.S. from Chicago
on June 8, 2009
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I have a 19 month old daughter and 4 month old son and both have Urinary Reflux. My daughter has grade 4 and my son has grade 3. I'm wondering if anyone out there ha...
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- Definitely look into food and environmental allergies as a cause. In the book, Is This My Child? By Dr. Dorris Rapp a pediatric allergist states that allergies can t...
- My daughter has this too. She was diagnosed after a high fever at 7 weeks old. she has bilateral grade three and grade four but thatnkfully no problems with the kidn...
- Hi A., Yes, my 15-month old daughter has urinary reflux - Grade 3. She has been on 1 tsp. amoxicillin since she was 3-months old. Luckily we haven't had any addit...
My Towels and Wash Cloths Smell like Dead Fish!
Asked by D.K. from Chicago
on August 25, 2009
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In the past few months we have noticed a foul fishy odor on our towels and wash cloths. They smell fresh out of the dryer then we use them. Once they hang to dry for ...
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- I too have had this..even in my clothes! I bought a washing machine cleaner - you can find it in the laundry detergent aisle and only a few dollars. It helped but I ...
- If you have an HE washer, make sure you clean it (by running it) with super hot water and a half-cup of Cascade Plus, no other clothing, once a month. You can add a c...
- I wash my towels in hot water and have never had this problem since I've started doing that. I have always had to use a little bit of bleach with my kitchen towels.
Need Help with a Little Liar...
Asked by C.K. from Chicago
on June 8, 2009
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My 6 yrs old daughter, a middle child, is a constant liar. She lie for her covenience. She said she already brushed her teeth, which she didn't. She said she didn't w...
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- Put a small squirt of hand soap in her mouth and tell her that lying is a dirty habit and won't be tolerated. It worked for a friend of mine and she hasn't had a probl...
- Hello C.: Well I must say this is surprising that the 6 year old understand how to do this and as often as you say she is engaging in the act of lying. Well, I mus...
- From my own experience I can tell you that if daddy doesn't say anything then you are fighting a losing battle. I didn't care what my mother thought. Don't know why ...
