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Would You Allow Your Teenager to Drink Alcohol?
Asked by M.C. from Denver
on January 18, 2008
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I'm am appalled at the amount of parents that allow their teenagers to drink. I have a 17 year old boy and am shocked that so many parents will host parties or buy al...
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- Personally, I wouldn't buy alcohol for my child or her friends (but then, she's only 4 right now). Seriously, I don't believe in throwing parties for teens and gi...
- I have 2 points of view. Yes its illegal, yes its not something we should condone others to do but on the other hand, I was a teenager once and I attending parties wh...
- You know we all grew up in different eras. I can say at 17 my M. told me very sternly "you think you need to drink? Then you do it at home, under my supervision and w...
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. ...
Bi-polar Birthparents!
Asked by J.V. from York
on February 28, 2011
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My husband and I recently adopted a beautiful baby boy. His birth mother is bi-polar, and the birth father 'may' be also, but definitely has some other issues. In spe...
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- My biological father has bi-polar, and I do not. There is an increased chance, but it's not something you can control, so please don't stress about it. The signs do ...
- My Mother was Manic-Depressive, my sister is also. I am not and my son has shown no signs of it either. I do believe that these illnesses can be genetic, but they can ...
- I can't help you on what symptoms or signs you should look for but I do have a concern. As much as a good parent should always be on the look out for behaviors or med...
Frustrated
Asked by T.L. from Phoenix
on June 2, 2007
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I've been with my husband for just over 6 years (married for a little over 2yrs) and I'm feeling like marrying him was a HUGE mistake- I remember before he proposed te...
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- T., First of all, know that you are not alone. I have been there and choose to leave with my then 18 month old daughter. I am now a single mom, full-time grad stu...
- T., If you do not mind, I would like to give your email to a friend of mine. She got out of a marriage very similar to yours with her two daughters, and they are doin...
- You need to stop. And go back. And look at your own questions and statements you asked all of us. There is SO much more in there about T.. What about the little bo...
Mother/adult Daughter Relationship
Asked by A.M. from Washington DC
on February 13, 2010
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My wonderful 29 year old daughter lost her job due to the economy. She has always been a hard worker. She moved to another state and staying with a male friend. I'm...
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- I was adopted when I was 3 mos old and my being adopted was something that was never kept from me. When I told my parents I was interested in looking they said they w...
- I hate to say this, but maybe there really isn't anything that is a problem at all. Perhaps she is extremely busy. Oftentimes that happens to people and the time kind ...
- A.: Hello! I've not read through the other responses so if this is a repeat - please forgive me. You are a VERY good mother for being so concerned - sometimes our "...
Problems with My Sister
Asked by S.H. from New York
on July 1, 2010
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This isn't a parenting question but I am hoping for some helpful advice. My older sister has been living with a guy for 6 years. In the beginning things were good with...
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- If she was my sister I would let her stay with me, but give her a time limit, and help her get back on her feet. It would only be temporary for the kids to share a ro...
- I think you need to encourage her to go to a shelter. It is very doubtful to me that they would turn someone away who is significantly emotionally abused. I would not ...
- Honey I know it's hard on you but the best thing you can do for your sister is make her grow up and stand up for herself. Until she does that, she'll keep falling bac...
4Th of July
Asked by M.B. from Los Angeles
on July 2, 2010
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Hi, Me and my hubby have different opinions about fireworks. My older son is 3 and 4moths old. He LOVES watching the fireworks, so my hubby thinks is a good idea to bu...
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- my son is 4 and since he was 2 we have let him do sparlkers, and then we tell him that only daddy can light the others ones, he does his splakers and then when thoes a...
- Yesterday, I seen a report on the news about fireworks. It said that the hot part of a sparkler reaches 1200 degrees F. Children should not be playing with fireworks...
- Do you mean the sparklers? I would have no problem letting my 3 1/2 use one of those.
Need Mom Experiance
Asked by L.L. from Sacramento
on June 4, 2009
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Well I took a pregnancy test (4) last nite , pondering if this could be?? Meaning I had my tubes tied 4 years ago! I have not had a period in 2 months, thinking my cyc...
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- I will share my first thought with you. I believe you are pregnant and wondered instantly what kind of awesome contribution this baby will make to the world since it w...
- Wow, sounds like you are preggo! I don't think it's really possible to get false positives like that on a pregnancy test. Good luck!
- Congrats on #6! I worked for a gynecologist who's 2nd daughter was the product of a post-tubal procedure!! Just get checked out to make sure the baby is in the righ...
Any Miraculous Stories You'd like to Share? JFF
Asked by A.S. from Canton
on June 19, 2011
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I think we all like to read uplifting stories of others. It makes your heart feel good : ) Remember that show "It's a miracle!" lol I loved that! Thanks for shar...
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- Our second son was born by VBAC. I labored easily but ended up pushing for 3 1/2 hours. They decided to use the vacuum. It came off for the 3rd time (they are not a...
- My middle child was a 26 week, 1lb 11oz preemie. In 1992 the NICU equipment was made for a babies no less than 2 lbs. He is now nearly 17, has no disabilities, no m...
- So, I had to think of what I would answer. I dont know if I have anything that really makes for a good uplifting story. I love seeing gods work unfold. I get ex...
The Talk.
Asked by M.K. from Sharon
on February 28, 2007
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My son is 11 years old. I have heard him and his friends talking about sexual things. I am not sure how to bring up the subject. I do not want to embarres him. I reall...
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- I think it's definately time to start a talk. ;) You could break the ice with a good book on puberty geared toward boys. If you're going to look into church programs t...
- Be honest and don't "sugar coat" anything. If your unsure about what to say or want more resources ask one of his teachers or a councelor at school for help. Just let ...
- You've got lots of good responses here. I'll just add some of the things that I've experienced raising my three sons. You'll both be uncomfortable at first, but as w...
