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Skinny Kid Clothes
Asked by A.S. from Philadelphia
on April 15, 2011
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Any idea best places to get skinny/slim clothes. We have done old navy for jeans (thank god for adjustable waists!) but athletic type pants and shorts are a problem...
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- I feel your pain. My 4 year old can still wear 24 month shorts except for the short part! My favorite place for slim stuff is Crazy 8. Somehow it never seems to loo...
- old navy is good but so is childrens place. i would also checks some places like sears which also carry slim sizes. I know it is hard with the shirts as I have a skinn...
- My 5 year old still fits 3T -- in the waist-- length is obviously too short. We've had good luck with Tea Collection. There boys clothes seem to be cut pretty narrow....
Back to School Shopping????
Asked by V.B. from New York
on August 3, 2011
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Hi Moms,
I just thought to use this platform to inquire about when do you start your back to school shopping and where do you usually go for great deals? Also, are...
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- Does NY do Back to School no tax weekend? VA does this weekend. No tax on any clothes under $100 and no tax on any back to school item under $20.
- For supplies I'm just about done. Got most of them at Walmart since the prices were cheaper. For clothes I am going this weekend because VA is tax-free this weekend. ...
- Target for school supplies, pretty soon, I guess.
Sports Bra Help!
Asked by D.L. from Dallas
on November 11, 2009
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well moms, i need some help finding a GOOD supporting sports bra... i cannot find anything that will support me! After my second baby i'm now a 36DDD/G and there just...
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- Check these websites: bravissimo.co.uk is a British site but they ship to the US and I've heard great things about them. Also look at www.figleaves.com. They both carr...
- Well, I haven't bought a sports bra lately, but I have bought a regular bra from another company and I love it. It is expensive, but worth it. Mine was around $70 ...
- You might try Title Nine (www.titlenine.com) They carry all sorts of sports bras and sports apparel for women only. You can also shop their bras by size and coverage y...
School VP and Dress Code
Asked by R.J. from Salt Lake City
on January 28, 2011
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So I had to go to my sons middle school to meet with one of his counselors this morning. He was not in trouble we are just switching his schedule around. Anyway I wa...
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- Should your son automatically respect her? Yes. She is his assistant principal. She is in a position of authority over him. And, this one should be obvious...She i...
- while I agree with you that she should dress more conservatively/professionally, I also beleive this is a great opportunity to teach your son and other boys not to tre...
- Oooh...I do not think you should have confused the issue. The issue you were to discuss was your son's behavior not the way you saw the VP dressed one particular day....
How Much Clothing Do You Buy for a Summer Wardrobe?
Asked by T.K. from Chicago
on March 30, 2009
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How much clothes to kids need (ages 5-8)?
I need help in trying to figure out a reasonable amount of clothes for my kids. See, I shop at resales and garage sales and...
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- Maybe the overbuying thing comes from trying to buy a wardrobe all at once. Maybe in order to save money you could buy things as you need. Sorry this isn't a list. I t...
- We get hand-me-downs from friends, so I often don't buy clothes at all, but my general rule of thumb is that neither child needs more than 5 of anything. In their draw...
- This was the perfect amount for us to get through the summer! I shop in twos :) 2 Swimsuits 2 Pairs of jean shorts 2 Jean skirts 2 Fun skorts with matching tops ...
So How About Skimpy Bikinis on 13-Year-olds. with Boys Around?
Asked by J.B. from Boston
on June 30, 2011
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Jumping off on the little girls in bikinis...what's the collective opinion on big girls in bikinis? I took my 13-yo step daughter swimsuit shopping this year and vetoe...
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- Whether or not you're being prude, if these girls are guests in your home and you have a 13 year old boy, I think it's totally fair of you to say something to the girl...
- I think that they'll market anything (thongs for little girls, even) and it is up to the parents to fight the fight of good taste. While we don't win every battle with...
- I'm going to agree with 3boysandme on this one. I didn't wear a bikini at 13 but I wanted to. I was a country girl and a bit sheltered, but I got a bikini as soon as I...
Just Killing Time.... Fashion Statements You Cant Stand.
Asked by M.. from St. Louis
on May 6, 2011
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What are some new fashion trends that you just will not participate in? Mine used to be leggings, but I finally cracked and started wearing them. Now its those ugly...
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- I teach in a high school and the half shirt is coming back. The girls are also wearing patterned hose under denim shorts. Toms shoes - yeah, they are a great cau...
- Athletic wear/sweats as everyday wear. Seems to be the mom staple around here. Seriously, it looks like women just rolled out of bed and most of the time they look big...
- so many of these things listed, I agree, I dislike them all as well (except maybe capri's...in the south, you can not wear jeans year round and sometimes shorts just a...
Seeking 6 Year Old Girl Birthday Ideas for April
Asked by L.B. from Syracuse
on February 27, 2008
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Hi there, Any birthday ideas for my soon to be 6 year daughter? She is an April Fools birthday girl. She loves Hannah Montanna and all the Disney channel characters li...
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- Hi L., My daughter is only 9 months old, but I happened to come across an article in the NY Times that had some REALLY fantastic party ideas, like manicure parties ...
- Hi L. Try Libby Lu. Hopefully you have one near you. This was a big hit with my daughter. They have a Hannah Montanna package. Look for it on line. It is a store fo...
- Hi L., My name is D. and I own Party Express on Main located in East Islip, NY. We specialize in private children's birthday parties. I read your request and we do Ha...
Babies at NFL Games
Asked by H.F. from San Antonio
on November 20, 2008
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Hi Moms! I have a 4 month old that's very mellow. He's happy hanging out in public places as long as mom or dad carries him or is in sight. He's done well at all ty...
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- Yes. Make sure to put in some ear wax. It fits snugger and stays in better than ear plugs. Have bottles and snacks handy. I would carry mine in a front (backpack) ...
- i would take your baby. we bring our children infants or not to all sporting events. do not worry about the rest of the crew who are so negative. also if they just wan...
- H., You say your son is very laid back. Your friend has a baby that is one month older. The babies are not at a "mobile" stage, so your friend does not have to worr...
Seeking Advice or "Proof" Why Toddlers Should Not Watch TV, Videos, Etc.
Asked by K.M. from Redding
on August 22, 2010
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My gut tells me that it just isn't right or healthy for my 16 mo daughter to watch any TV, videos, or computer games at all. However, I'd really like to back up my gu...
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- I honestly don't get all the 'hype' and BS out there about limited or no TV watching. We grew up watching TV all the time. I can't remember a time I didn't have a TV...
- I've read and been told by son's pediatrician that the problem with tv is that the entire image changes very rapidly on most shoes. In the first couple of years of lif...
- The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under 2 not watch any television, for a number of reasons, including all the things they are not doing whil...
