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What Would You Do?
Asked by M.B. from Washington DC
on December 6, 2011
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I am watching a little girl -RARELY- at my house when her mom substitutes at a half-day preschool. I get paid 5 bucks an hour- I know, not much at all- but, I figured ...
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- I really think you should tell her that it is bothering you that she is paying so far behind, when you have been there for her when she needed you. I think I would sa...
- Just call one last time and, if you have to leave a message again, just tell her you need the money to get part of your Christmas. Tell her you need her to pay you as ...
- You get the money, cash, at the door, PERIOD, at drop off, not at the end of the day. I hate to say it, but most everyone I've ever given any wiggle room to, has ...
Babies Growing up in a Bilingual Environment
Asked by M.T. from Minneapolis
on March 3, 2011
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Hi, my son, who is 16 months old, is growing up in a bilingual environment (sort of). He goes to day care (all English) 10 hours a day on weekdays, and when he's home...
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- Find a new day care provider. A bilingual environment is a wonderful experience for a child. Both my children were exposed to 2 languages at an early age. My olde...
- We have neighbors who raised their son in a German/English environment. He spoke not at all for about two years, but could obviously understand most of what he heard. ...
- Nevermind what your daycare provider has told you. Your child is primed to learn language at this stage and will pick up both languages if that is what he is exposed ...
Blended Family
Asked by B.R. from Columbus
on March 15, 2007
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Hello, I need to vent please.
Everytime my boyfriend and I have a discussion about my kids, or anything else for that matter, he always takes things I say out of ...
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- Hello B... I have read all the other responses, and I must say that I agree with most..But, let me say this, I am a divorced mom with 2 children. When I began dating, ...
- Raising kids is a struggle, isn't it? It's extra hard when you bring in a guy who doesn't have any kids to help you raise your kids. I did that with my current husba...
- well i don't have much int eh way of advice but my fiance is the same way only he has a daughter of his own and she has been diagnosed with ODD and is very difficult b...
Sledgehammer City
Asked by S.H. from St. Louis
on January 30, 2012
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Tonight, one of the regulars on this forum used a line which hit me like a sledgehammer.
She was using the line to describe how she felt about herself.
When I ...
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- God and Life has a way of giving you what you need when you need it. We just have to be opened to it. My brother died when I was 19. When i was pregant with my s...
- My brother in law said something that really hit me about 2 years ago; Sometimes you have to go back before you can go forward. He answered some questions I have had f...
- May I ask what the line was? Maybe it will hit someone else the same way? Thank you for sharing. Love a story like this!!
Advice Please
Asked by K.S. from Miami
on March 17, 2011
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My daugthter started a new school this year she is 9. Being a new kid we tried to get some outside play dates. Well one went horribly wrong in December. To make a l...
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- This is disturbing on several levels in my opinion. First of all, you said this woman was taking drugs while you were at your play date? What was she taking? If they w...
- Oooh, this is a tough one! Your poor daughter. It's tough when your dealing with people not of sound mind. Not much you can do without also being a little "crazy". Is ...
- What kind of DRUGS is this lady on???? Do you think that should be mentioned to the school she's 'helping out at'????
Thanksgiving, This Is a Mess! Sorry Long Ranting Involved
Asked by T.F. from San Francisco
on November 10, 2010
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My SIL always wants to have Holidays at her house. We live in the same town. The reason she wants them in her home is her husband won't leave his Lazy boy in front o...
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- Yes, I would tell them that you had planned for Thanksgiving at your house and have invited family already with that belief. Sorry, we won't be able to join you this ...
- OMG-NEVER have thanksgiving with these ingrates ever again!!!!! What a disgusting thanksgiving day that is. And my jaw literally dropped when I read the part about...
- I'm sorry that you have to deal with this! I know how difficult it is to deal with in-laws!!! I'd plan on having dinner at your home from now on! Invite them over (...
How to Stop a 14-Month-old from Eating Dirt?
Asked by S.Z. from San Francisco
on September 24, 2008
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My toddler doesn't seem to follow any limits I set on him at all. There was a time when he was somewhat compliant, but in the last several weeks he has completely aba...
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- Your son sounds like a real "sensory" sort of guy -- he wants to taste and touch everything. All of the advice you've gotten so far is good. I'd also look into givin...
- Hello S., First, take a deep breath and tell yourself this too will pass. I raised 3 of my own, and have 5 Grandkids, and this sounds like pretty typical behavior ...
- Hi S., i hate to tell you this, but you're child is acting in a age-appropriate manner. he is learning about his world and none of that behavior is bad, it's just a le...
Need Advice! My MIL Wants to Have a Second Birthday Party for My Son.
Asked by J.T. from Los Angeles
on August 22, 2012
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Hey Mamas,
I need a fresh perspective on this. Both my immediate family and my in-laws live an hour away by plane. My husband, my son and I are planning a trip to v...
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- You really do not know what their reason is, for not being able to attend the party you've planned with your family. So, do not judge them or their actions before you ...
- I would tell MIL that while you are disappointed that they can't attend the party, you understand that they can't make it. Tell her you appreciate that she wants to t...
- Respectfully decline, with a smile and a hearty thank you, but no. That just sounds utterly ridiculous to me, it's a two year old's birthday party! I'm guessing this...
Would You Let Your First Grader Stay Home from School Bc She Really Wanted To?
Asked by J.T. from New York
on April 11, 2013
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ETA: I can't add to the bottom as the screen won't scroll down well... So thank you everyone. Some very helpful replies. She was totally fine when I got home. She ...
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- No and get your family some counseling to deal with this asap!
- I have not let them stay home just because but they have never been like your daughter. But I was a lot like her and I wish my parents would have done something to he...
- In that scenerio, I probably would've made her go to school. It sounds like she's tired and having a hard time getting back into the school routine. You gave her sever...
How to Politely Ask for Presents:) ?
Asked by M.M. from Chicago
on January 30, 2012
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Hi Moms, you are all very great with advice, here is the situation for your consideration:
My old friend and her daughter are planning to come for a visit in spring. ...
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- I don't think it's rude to want a little something back for housing and feeding two people for two weeks! That's a long time and a lot of food too! I like the idea o...
- I have to say, we have traveled extensively out of the country to Chile, and have grown fond of a few things from there to eat. I am always able to find SOME company ...
- i don't think you can necessarily ask or gifts but if there are things you are wanting from that country why don't you say: could you please bring this and this and th...
