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Ankle Blisters - Question for Runners, Sports Moms or Moms of Kids in Sports
Asked by P.S. from Houston
on August 15, 2011
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I have a pair of running shoes which I LOVE. The problem is after about mile 2 my ankles start rubbing on the edges. So, what do you use for large areas prone to blis...
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- Mole skin was the only thing that saved me in Basic Training. It is way better than the band-aid buildup.
- I hate to state the obvious, but apparently these shoes don't fit you perfectly. Try a different kind maybe with arch support inserts?
- I just bought moleskin at my husband's suggestion for a blister problem with new shoes. I have a healing fractured ankle, and I'm transitioning out of the boot, so ve...
I Keep Getting Respiratory Infections and Can't Get Rid of My Cough
Asked by A.N. from Las Vegas
on February 4, 2012
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I am asking this because I am worried I have something more serious, but don't have insurance, and already went to the doctor a couple of weeks ago.
At the beginni...
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- You sound just like me! I had a terrible "cold" before the holidays - which turned out to be acute sinusitis from allergies, and then came back from the holidays in J...
- Since you've said, you are normally healthy, only get a cold once a year but have bad allergies, you could have asthma. There are 'coughers' instead of 'wheezers'. W...
- I had this exact situation last year; I was on antibiotics twice, and still coughed! I believe I had a respiratory infection, but also learned that I have acid reflux...
When Can I Use a Blanket in the Crib?
Asked by D.M. from Gainesville
on March 1, 2008
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My son is 7months old. On these cold nights, I always wonder if he is cold. I am scared to put a blanket with him in fear of suffocation. When can I start adding a ...
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- I didn't put a blanket in the crib until well after a year old, and then it was only a thin one. I felt the same way, but the pediatrician was VERY against blankets or...
- We found that ours would kick the blanket off her no matter what, so we use blanket sleepers and under them on cold nights, a onesie and socks.
- onestepahead.com has breathable blankets, bumpers, etc.
Runner's Remedy for Shin Splints?
Asked by P.S. from Houston
on July 15, 2009
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I am trying to get back into running but my shin splints are getting in the way. Any runners out there have any suggestions for getting rid of/alleviating shin splint...
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- I was recently turned on to self myofascial release to help get rid of my shin splints. To help mine, I had to back off on high impact workouts for a while. I did lots...
- I know the feeling. I had them last night. I did end up taking Ibuprophen. It helped to have my Husband hold the electric massageron my legs next to the shin bone. ...
- Good Job! I had a hard time with shin splints for years, but once I seriously got into running the muscles strengthened themselves. The Runner's Repair Manual says...
My Four Year Old Son Is Very Needy
Asked by M.L. from Allentown
on January 18, 2011
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I am hoping to get some advice on dealing with my son. He is four years old and not at all independent. He is capable of feeding and dressing himself, putting his shoe...
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- I think some type of preschool program would be wonderful for your son! He would really get some satisfaction and be so proud of himself for the independence he will ...
- Timeout (one minute for ever year old he is, set a timeout spot, set the timer and the time doesnt start until he is sitting down)? He is old enough to dress himself, ...
- either watch a parenting discipline video....such as "1-2-3 Magic" OR seek assistance from your doctor/school district - they both will have helpful info on how to tea...
Alternatives to Traditional Medicine
Asked by N.E. from Bangor
on February 13, 2009
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We are the proud and blessed parents of a newly adopted daughter. Actually she has been with us since she was 6 weeks old but last month the judge made it official. ...
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- Hi. The fever policies are generally standard according to state regulations. The limit is 101 farenheit before the child must be sent home. The problem I have kn...
- I don't know if someone else has mentioned this but I read a study saying that honey was very effective at helping young children's coughing... suppposedly more effect...
- N., I'm not a medical professional, but I do write for Natural Health and some other magazines, part of this has occurred because I have become disillusioned with m...
Shoes and books...aaaggghhh
Asked by R. from San Antonio
on October 17, 2010
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Since returning to school, keeping up with house work has become more and more overwhelming. I am having a particularly hard time with shoes, laundry and books. These ...
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- R., I personally like to wear my shoes in the house but my kids always take off their shoes. So shoes can become a big problem, quickly. My boys wear men's size (...
- We usually take a shoes off when we come in the door. For a long time, I just had a laundry basket that we threw them in, now I have a shoe rack. I've also know peop...
- How about shoes at the front (or whichever) DOOR. Everybody's shoes. How about making very large meals on the weekend and freezing in individual (or 2-3) portions f...
Son Wakes up Screaming Occasionally
Asked by S.J. from Salt Lake City
on July 12, 2008
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Have any of you had this happen before? My almost 2 year old son has woken up from sleeping screaming and having a fit. If I try to touch him he kicks his legs (while ...
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- I agree with everyone else. it sounds like night terrors. Just let it pass. It is like sleep walking- you don't want to wake them suddenly. Even with his eyes open he ...
- Dear S., I do sincerely believe that he is having night terrors. Basically he is still asleep when he is kicking and screaming he doesn't know what'g going on and I ...
- It sounds like he is having night terrors. My son has these every so often also. My son it two and that is about the age that night terrors begin. My mom told me th...
My Newborn Is nocturnal....help??!!!
Asked by A.K. from Louisville
on June 22, 2008
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my sisters son was born june 14 2008. he nurses like a champ but sleeps ALL day and is awake at night. she had a c section so is on pain killers. we think maybe thats ...
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- I didn't read your other responses, but I'm older (w/4 grown and 3 'grands'). A week old is too early to call anything a 'schedule' for mom OR baby. Newborns usually...
- make sure there is alot of activity and light during the day. you can also try to keep him in cooler clothes sometimes when they get to warm and comfy they just go to ...
- Why is the mom still on painkillers a week after the c-section? I've had four of them and never took a pain pill after I left the hospital...The first thing I would s...
