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Alcohol
Asked by V.M. from Erie
on May 7, 2010
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I'm hoping this doens't start a huge thing, But this has really been on my mind an i don't feel i can discuss it much with friends. I was raised with No alcohol in t...
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- My parents never drank. My father was raised and abused by an alcoholic, so the smell of alcohol made him sick. He never drank. At company parties when it was expec...
- I think that you need to go with what you truly believe in. I was brought up where my parents had a casual drink with dinner. My husband grew up in a very christian ...
- I also grew up without it in the house. My family is not not much in drinking,. I do not like beer--I think it literally stinks. My husband did have a period of time...
Alcohol in the House
Asked by H.X. from Los Angeles
on March 18, 2011
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Both my husband and I grew up in strict Christan teetotaling homes (no alcohol whatsoever) . We both drink moderately and my husband has one drink most days. Howeve...
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- Haven't read other responses but I'll add my 2 cents worth. I come from an Italian family and there was always alcohol in our home and at our dinner table. My father...
- For our family, we don't have any alcohol in the house by choice. Both my husband and I don't drink. We have family that have major issues with alcohol dependance and ...
- I grew up with an alcoholic dad with alcohol stocked constantly and did not drink until last year pretty much at 27, now just occasioanlly...I think everything is fine...
Mom and Alcohol
Asked by C.S. from New York
on September 10, 2011
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Looking for your opinions ... I was at a function with my child. There was another mom there who I have met previously. She disappeared into the bathroom for quiet awh...
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- I am with you...I would feel the same way. You should for sure alert the school but I would also alert the police, especially if you know that you will be seeing her ...
- Honestly, there aren't enough details. Were you at someone's home? Was it a private party? You said it's not a school function but that's not really narrowing it down...
- Are you sure she was drunk? Is it possible someone bumped into her on her way to the bathroom and spilled alcohol on her? Or was it a cough drop or some other smell ...
No Alcohol at July 4Th Party
Asked by S.Q. from Chicago
on May 24, 2009
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We host an annual 4th of July party for about 50-60 people including friends, family and neighbors. In the past, drinks flowed from about noon until the wee hours of t...
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- I'm not sure if you have children or not but I think you are setting a wonderful example for them in addition to the people in your family dealing with alcohol issues ...
- I think you should let people know not to bring alcohol and if they do tell them to put it in their car. This is your house and you have the say so. If people can't ha...
- You don't have to explain anything to anyone on why you are having a "Dry 4th of July". For the invites, being specific as you stated bring a side dish, also state th...
Caffeine and Alcohol While Breastfeeding?
Asked by S.T. from Denver
on April 11, 2011
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So I was really good while I was pregnant about what I ate (and didn't eat) and drank (and didn't drink) . . . I asked my doctor about caffeine and alcohol while breas...
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- I would say that if you are comfortable with the effects of a little alcohol or a little caffeine on your child than you shouldn't worry. I baby is having trouble sle...
- Its not the same as when passed through to a fetus. You may consume minimal amounts of both when breastfeeding and not pass it to the baby. (the same is not true for d...
- I had 2 beers a day to help w/ milk production & 1 caffinated drink , on days that I really needed one.
Serving Alcohol to Minors
Asked by C.W. from Lynchburg
on January 16, 2012
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I had just finished typing an answer to a post...and I sent it...and 'poof' it disappeared!
I thought it was a legit question...
How do YOU feel about parents se...
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- this is no longer a moral question, if you serve alcohol to minors (other than your own children) you could be taken to court. You could lose everything. Not worth the...
- I agree with Robin M. When we were in Europe, the legal age was/is 18 so we allowed our oldest to have beer. We know he drinks at college and we cannot control him. ...
- I agree that if you can be drafted at 18 then you should be able to drink at 18. If you responsible/ smart enough to vote for a president you should be able to drink ...
Nursing and Alcohol Consumption
Asked by S.H. from Minneapolis
on February 1, 2009
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I have a question/concern about alcohol consumption and nursing. I rarely drink alcohol. I haven't had enough to drink and feel the effects in years. However, a few...
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- S., Drinking occasionally will not ruin your baby. I know moms who drink dark beer to increase milk supply - myself included. It does work. As long as I'm not havin...
- what ive heard is that you can pump and dump the first feeding after having even one drink. i assure you that this 'accident' will not permenantly harm your son in an...
- About the same effects it would have on you. I wouldnt be too worried about doing it once, but I would NOT have another DROP again til he weans himself. S.
Breastfeeding mom...what Are the Rules on Alcohol????
Asked by A.A. from Dallas
on June 27, 2008
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So... I had my first alcohol (a delicious crisp Chardonnay - 3 glasses ) in a year a couple weeks ago and proceeded to pump and dump. It was the hardest thing ever an...
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- A., I am a labor and delivery nurse and I just took a 2 day class on breast feeding for health care professionals. We covered this in the class and I made sure to memo...
- Hi A., When we were in the hospital with DS #1, our pediatrician actually told me to go home and have a beer. In moderation, I think alcohol is fine. I have a 3 w...
- A., Regarding the alcohol, here is an article from www.mothering.com. http://www.mothering.com/articles/new_baby/breastfeeding/medications-breastfeeding.html Th...
Help with Alcohol
Asked by L.J. from Dallas
on November 6, 2009
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Does anyone know how AA works? I've heard that it has a strong faith based program, and I am not Christian. Does anyone have advice as to help for drinking too much?...
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- I know that you left this on friday but i just now read it. My name is A. and I am an alcoholic/addict. I have been sober/clean for 7 1/2 years. It is very important t...
- Join your local AA...you should at least try it at least once. If it's not right maybe someone there can steer you to another option. Good for you for reaching out. ...
- I would say try it out. If the first one you go to doesn't work for you, try another location/time. Good luck and best wishes. Good for you for making a step toward...
Do You Drink Alcohol During Your Lunch Hour? for Working Moms....
Asked by M.M. from Los Angeles
on April 28, 2011
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If you go out to lunch, do you ever order an alcoholic beverage?
I can't drink in the middle of the afternoon as it makes me too relaxed, give me a headache and I...
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- Nope, never. Drinking in the afternoon would give me a headache. I don't have any moral objections to people having one drink at lunch, but any more than that and I su...
- Heck no! Neither with friends while on break or during a business lunch either. I'd never drink while on the job (technically even if it is lunch you're still on the...
- I occasionally did when I was single. It did not effect my work, but looking back, I don't think it was a good idea. Updated I occasionally did when I was single. ...
