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How Old Is Too Old for a New Baby?
It is a matter of choice I only started having kids when I was 33 I just turned 36 and just had a baby We have 2 and they are close in age I have a brother ...
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- Hi L. I don't think 36 is too old for a new baby. My mom was 36 when she had my sister. We are the only 2 children she had (biologically). We are exactly 13yrs & 6...
- I don't mean to come across as judgmental, but why would you consider having a child with someone if you're not going to marry him? It seems to me you're putting the c...
- It is a matter of choice. I only started having kids when I was 33. I just turned 36 and just had a baby. We have 2 and they are close in age. I have a brother that i...
Age for First Tricycle
With most kids pedaling starts around age 3, but girls sometimes are faster. .... Each kid is different, but I liked having that special gift for her second ...
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- Hi A., We bought our son his first tricycle on his first birthday. He's been trying to pedal and now looks like a pro. He is doing very well with it. We now take ...
- We got my daughter one at 2 and she cannot really grasp the concept. Plus most tricycles are too big for kids at 2. I would wait until she is 3 or even 2 1/2.
- We got our daughter one shortly after she turned two - about two months after. We purchased a Kettler from Walmart - much less expensive while still being highly rated...
Anyone Else Have, or Had, Many Kids Under the Age of Five??
What are some fun games to play with kids of this age group? .... Having a larger family is a blessing! 2 moms found this helpful. Helpful? ...
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- I have 3 kids just turned 4, 2, & 5 months. we enjoy finger paints, playdoh, going to the park, stuff like that. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the responc...
- I have 3 kids, ages 4 yr., 2 1/2 yr., 1 yr. and a baby due in 2 months. I am glad to see there are others out there like us. My first 2 kids are 21 months apart. Af...
- Hi M. A! I have 4 kids who are growing quickly, some people will comment Ohhh YOu have so many! But within my group 4 is small, Most of my friends have 6+, this is ...
At What Age Can You Leave Kids Alone in the Bath?
Read all 10 responses: "At what age did you start leaving your kids to take a bath on their own? I know my daughter still needs help getting her whole body ...
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- My rule of thumb is whenever they know how to swim, or at least know to hold their breath under water.
- I think most people would tell you NOT to leave any child unattended. I have a 4 yr old who still takes baths & if i leave the room its only to go in my room, which is...
- My oldest son is a little more than 3, and I stay in the bathroom with him for the majority of his bathtime even though I'm pretty sure he'd be fine on his own. I do l...
What Age Do You Send Your Child to School?
Sep 5, 2009 ... The state of PA says kids need to attend school @ 7 years old. ... but I was a elementary teacher before having my children. Helpful? ...
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- Dear J., Tell your friend not to worry in the least! What baloney! Why are they fear mongering your friend? In PA, Kindergarten is optional, and most schools wo...
- In PA Kindergarten is not mandatory. Kids don't have to start until first grade. I looked into homeschooling my son for K and they told me it was basically a waste o...
- J., in the state of PA a child does not legally have to attend school until the age of 8. Now a days people look down on that because children are going to school ear...
What Is the Age for Kids to Start Preschool or Kindergarden?
She is in a class with kids her age who will start Kindergarden at the same ..... We found that our 3 yrs and 5 yrs on grandchild was having a ball with ...
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- this is coming straight from the Clarck County School District web site: To enroll in kindergarten, state law requires children to be 5 years old by September 30. so...
- HI A., I have read through the other responses and they are correct. You will have to wait another year. I have twin girls born 11/24. I have been looking for o...
- It's the right time for your daughter to attend pre-school. Depends on whether you want to place your daughter to a private or public school for kindergarten. Publi...
Is Age an Issue for You?
Most of my friends are younger than me - in their mid-to-late 30s and are having kids. I don't see the age thing as being a difference at all. ...
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- If you are trying to connect with other moms, you might try www.meetup.com - it's a national Web site where you type in your city/state and it takes you to local meetu...
- I'm 45 with a 5 year old and 3 other boys who are 14,12 and 11. I do try to socialize at things with the 5 year old, but find that I am at a different place, so it ca...
- L., Where do you live? I have been in this same situation so I know what you are going through. BTW, I also moved here from Lousiana but at 6 YOA.LOL My entire family ...
What Age Did Your Child Start Preschool?
I don't recall having my kids "screened" for preschool. ... Socialization with other kids their age and other adults does wonders for a kid. Helpful? ...
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- My kids went at 3. I think it was the best thing for them emotionally and socially.
- B., My 3 kids all started preschool when they were 3. As long as they turned 3 by the September 1 cutoff date, they were eligible. My twins have a July birthday (...
- I work in a preschool. I say its never to late to start your child in daycare/preschool. The fact that she wants to sit with all the kids is a plus. I work with 2yr...
Am I Freaking Out Needlessly?
Jul 20, 2009 ... Having a baby at this age is so different than when I was younger. ... Both of my kids were born when I was in my 30's - I was 34 and 37. ...
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- W., Woman are having kids later and later these days. I was 33 with my first and 36 with my second, we have healthy smart girls. Relax and good luck!
- I had my third child when I was 35. My other two were 10 and 7 at the time. While I was definitely more tired than with the other two, I had no problems. Delivery w...
- There is nothing for you to worry about. I had my first at 36 and my second at 38. The first one I did not even feel pregnant. It was the easiest pregnancy. The se...
Explaining to an 18 Month Old That Mommy Is Having a Baby
The wonderful part of having children close together in age, ... or not. there have been times when kids are so young that they mistakingly think they can ...
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- by the time the baby arrives he should be 2 yrs old, so he may understand better the situation. reading to him is a great idea; you know your child better than anyone,...
- He is too young to understand that is is going to effect him, but that doesn't mean you can't prepare him. There are a lot of great books out there that talk about bi...
- Congratulations! My first two children are 14 months apart & our 2nd & 3rd are 18 months apart! We found out we were pregnant with our 2nd when our first was only 5 ...
