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Daughter Broke up with Boyfriend of 4 Years
I accually contacted the parents of one of the boys to tell them of his ... He felt very much set adrift after they parted, and also threatened to take his ...
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- Wow, what a difficult and heart-breaking situation. The advice I would give (from being indirectly involved in similar situations) is to, first and foremost, make abso...
- I would contact his parents to alert them to his possible intention of harming himself. He needs some psychological help. If she is at college, and he also, I would...
- Hi L.!!! Your daughter has done the right thing in moving on, as has he. She is not responsible for anything that he might or might not do in life, that is his choice....
Skipping a Grade
Research has shown that boys are 2 years behind girls when they start school. A book that talks about this is Boys Adrift by Leonard Sax. ...
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- I have no had this issue, but a friend of mine did. It was much like yours...early in their education. She chose not to put him ahead because he was already small in...
- Hi Setphanie. I'm not sure if this information will help you but it might. I had my IQ tested in first grade because the teacher thought I was very smart but had als...
- Hi S., First, congratulatons and commiserations on having such a bright little boy. Having had the same experience with my own son, my oldest, and also many years of t...
10 Year Old Defiant Son
I am so desperate for any advice from other parents of 10 year old boys. My son is not at all respectful of my ...... defiant four year old · Boys Adrift ...
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- maybe he just wants more attention from you- sounds a lot like my 8 year old son- the other thing a lot of us moms just threaten and we don't follow thru so that's a l...
- Sounds like you are dealing with ODD-Oppossitional Defiant Disorder and possibly ADHD-Attetion Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I strongly suggest you get your son help...
- I am a 52y/o mom of 8 from ages 16-31, 4 of them adopted from Russia. 5 girls 3 boys. The first thing I see is that you are threatening him. Get parenting with love...
Kindergarten in the Fall or Wait
Read "Boys Adrift" by Dr. Leonard Sax. You can read about the book and get the gist of it here: http://www.boysadrift.com/ ...
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- Our 1st daughter has a July birthyday, we chose to hold her back. When we were contemplating our options we had a teacher tell us "There are only a few times in your ...
- It is a tough decision and you will get advice that goes both ways. I have been through the decision and strongly feel that it is a very personal decision depending o...
- S., My son is now in 2nd grade, and is a June birthday. I had never even considered holding him back a year until his pre-school teacher asked me if was going to att...
Play Kitchen
Any suggestions? I am adrift in a sea of choices! ... My boys have a wooden kitchen, and they play for a very long time, making thier own sizzling, dinging, ...
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- another vote for the step 2 lifestyle dream kichen...and get the play food...it is very realistic....read the reviews on step2.com....alot of the reviews are from moms...
- There is one at Walmart for $40. Don't recall the brand. Don't think it had anything light up or what not. But I am pretty sure it was gender neutral colors. I plan on...
- We bought my son the Step 2 Bistro Grill. He loves it!!! It cost about $100, but it does not have light up burners or anything that dings. But we really enjoy the t...
Swimming in Lake Lavon?
... so there's going to be lots of stuff adrift that wouldn't normally be! Helpful? ... 5 hours ago. Tips for Raising Boys · Kimberly E voted 6 hours ago ...
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- Try Celebration Park in Allen for a playground and water.
- Garland has a couple of fantastic water parks. Here is a link to some published information from Garland's official site: http://www.ci.garland.tx.us/Home/Departments...
- I think right now, I'd avoid it! The lake is soooo high! We have camped on Lavon and there are swimming areas, so I know it's safe. But right now, Lavon is 150% ful...
Expecting Mom Looking for a Book for Expecting Other Half
(With the first two boys I had to encourage these conversations, by now I don't ...... Your husband may be feeling adrift at sea, not knowing what to do, ...
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- The bottom line......MEN DON'T GET IT!!! Unless there is a TV wrapped around it or whatever they're into, they don't put effort into things like we do. That's just t...
- Wow, maybe you should share your letter with your husband. You did a very good job expressing yourself. I would also suggest that you take your husband to your next O...
- My husband really enjoyed the Expectant Father and the New Father by Armin Brott. They both had sections for "what your baby is doing" and "what your partner may be e...
Play Kitchen
Any suggestions? I am adrift in a sea of choices! ... My boys have a wooden kitchen, and they play for a very long time, making thier own sizzling, dinging, ...
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- another vote for the step 2 lifestyle dream kichen...and get the play food...it is very realistic....read the reviews on step2.com....alot of the reviews are from moms...
- There is one at Walmart for $40. Don't recall the brand. Don't think it had anything light up or what not. But I am pretty sure it was gender neutral colors. I plan on...
- We bought my son the Step 2 Bistro Grill. He loves it!!! It cost about $100, but it does not have light up burners or anything that dings. But we really enjoy the t...
Seeking Moms' of Teenagers
Asked by K.H. from Dayton
on March 28, 2008
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I am a mother of two teenage boys. I am having a hard time getting them to appreciate school and realizing how important it is. Any suggestions?
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- Hi K., I am also a mother of 4 sons and their ages are 15,14,11,and9. I keep my boys active in programs such as Boyscouting and playing soccer. I know it is hard to ke...
- After teaching in the inner city public schools I also wanted my son to appreciate getting a good education. Many teenagers don't realize that their parent(s) will no...
- Your children are about the sameage as mine. I am the mother of 3 boys 15,13, & 7 yrs. Many days I feel like I am raising 3 teenagers because the youngest one is growi...
Is My Boy Ready for Kindergarten?
Asked by K.M. from Austin
on March 25, 2009
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My son turns 5 in June and I am on the fence on if I should send him to Kindergarten in August or hold him back for 1 year. I feel my son is a young for his age...he ...
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- Hi K.- This is certainly a subject that gives you lots of different advice! I personally am a strong advocate in holding children back who are on the fence but only ...
- K., My son also has a June birthday. We held him back and he is now 13. I don't regret it at all. He was bright but very immature. June is a good month because he wi...
- Hi K.. My opinion: hold him back. It may be difficult having 2 boys in Kinder at the same time, but it could also be a good thing. Your son is delayed and I think...
