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Toddler Bed or Straight to Twin Bed?
... third in a big bed at 22 mos b/c of her daring escapes from the crib. ... You have a lot of safety concerns to consider when taking a young one out of a crib. .... Coming from a mom who has a daughter (23 months) in a toddler bed, ...
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- Twin bed if you have to buy a toddler one. They are pretty much a waste of time. Start out with a twin mattress on the floor or get rails for a regular twin.
- C., My daughter wanted to switch my grandson to a regular bed at 2 also. Instead of a toddler bed, we bought him a twin platform bed, pretty low to the ground but bi...
- C.- Coming from a mom who has a daughter (23 months) in a toddler bed, I would recommend a twin bed instead. We did it for two reasons...mainly because her bedroom ...
First Trip to Disneyland
Asked by A.S. from Los Angeles
on June 11, 2007
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We're taking my daughter to Disneyland/CA Adventure for the first time. She just turned 2 and I'm looking for advice on making this an awesome trip. We're getting a ...
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- How fun. I went with my 2 year old son and not sure you know this but kids under the age of 2 are free. That is a good thing. At Disneyland there is no wrong rides ...
- We took our daughter to Disneyland when she was 2 and 4 months old. She loved Dumbo and Pirates of the Caribean(warning, it does get dark and has fake cannon explosio...
- Dear A., My two boys, ages 2 and 5 were at Disneyland on Thursday. We started at California Adventure in the Bugs Life area. We went on all four rides in 30 minut...
Biking Independence
Asked by C.L. from Minneapolis
on April 21, 2009
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I know it probably depends somewhat on the individual child, but at what age is it appropriate to give kids greater independence riding their bikes on busy roads, etc....
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- It all depends on where you live. Obviously you being in Saint Paul made the right choice. We live in West Fargo and our kids ages 7 on up ride anywhere they go, but k...
- Better safe than sorry! Kids are going to be upset when we set boundries, but that's out job! Good luck!
- I am sorry to hear that your son is frustrated with you right now, but you made the best choice for him. I think boys in groups are more daring and they have to be cau...
Major Behavior Problems with 2 Year Old Son
Asked by S.S. from Cleveland
on April 21, 2008
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I am a proud mother of two beautiful children, a daughter who is 7, and a 2 year old son, who will be 3 in August. My daughter is happy, friendly, and outgoing, and do...
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- I was a bit hesitant to add my comment because the experience I have to share is not mine, but secondhand. However, here goes. A friend of mine and her husband, bot...
- Your situation sounds an awful lot like my girlfriends with her son. Hes seen many doctors and had several differnt diagnosis but in the end they said adhd. The meds t...
- S., I just wanted to urge you to be careful with medicating your 2 year old. My nephew took ritalin when he was 3 years old for the same behaviors and has had issue...
14 Month Old Not Walking yet..is It Ok?
Asked by N.S. from Miami
on July 10, 2008
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Hi,
I am looking for some reassurance that it is ok that my almost 14 month old isnt walking yet. He says a few words and can pull himself up and walk pushing someth...
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- Dear N., I have 3 daughters who are now 13, 16 and 19. Same gender, same parents, etc. They each did everything in their own time. The eldest walked before she was...
- Hi N., Please don't worry, your son is fine. The walking varies per child. If you are really concerned talk with your pediatrician but I can tell you that he/she is ...
- Hi I have a 2 year old daughter who did not walk till about 14 and half months I was also worried but the Dr said it was normal.
At What Age Do You Start Disciplining?
Asked by B.M. from San Diego
on July 18, 2008
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My sweetheart just turned one (last week) but has had such a strong, quick temper since she was a baby. She is typically the most happy-go-lucky kid in the world...ex...
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- Time outs are good, believe me she'll understand!! They know how to push Mommies buttons even at this age!! It starts the minute they enter the world!! Good luck!! V.
- My son is nearly 10 months old and i have been discipling him for the past 3 months. He has a HUGE personality and pushes his limits everyday. He has started to get ...
- B., The number one thing to remember ....EACH child is a unique individual!!!! Do NOT compare one daugther to the other. Behavior modification is a sensible and more...
Any Noe Valley/Glen Park 1St-3rd Graders Looking to Play with a Fun 2Nd Gr. Boy?
Asked by S.Q. from San Francisco
on March 4, 2008
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We've been in the city now a little over a year, moved from the East Bay suburbs with a big yard, a court full of kids & a mom's group with constant playdates. My son...
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- Sounds like there's alot going on here .First a divorce to adjust to and a 'new' person called 'mom'. It is sad that the nine year old is being branded for his adjust...
- Some children need the extra bonding which affords breastfeeding. It is a very personal decision between a mother and her child and only they together can find that p...
- Sounds like she might be doing it so that the child can't spend the night with you and dad. I have heard that if a child doesn't leanr to soothe themselves while t...
Birds & Bees Talk
Asked by L.H. from Tucson
on February 29, 2008
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Help moms! My daughter, Bailey, is 9 yrs old and we have never seriously discussed sex or her period. She is extremely moody and hormonal and, after talking to a few f...
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- Hi, I was just talking about this with some friends last night. I think it's good to give the birds and bees talk as soon as possible, maybe with the help of an illu...
- Don't be shy. She'll find out everything soon anyway. Besides, you don't have to go into every gory detail on your first shot. Just ease in with asking her outright...
- My parents were always pretty open about the whole "birds/bees" thing with my sister and me. I would advise to just start talking to your daughter. If she thinks it's ...
Nervous About Moving
Asked by J.G. from Kansas City
on February 1, 2008
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I need some advice and insight from all you moms. My husband is getting a job promotion out of state. It's one of three cities we would have to move to for this promot...
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- The best thing I can tell you to do is to get involved. I'n your community, your church, get your kids in play groups or activities. All of these things will leas to...
- I moved 3 hours away from all of my family and friends when I got married so that my husband could finish his last year at University. I'm not going to lie, it sucks....
- As a military wife, I know how you feel! We moved to Oklahoma almost 4 years ago, his family is in Georgia and mines in Ohio. Yes, it will be hard at first, but join...
Need Advice Please Help !!!
Asked by S.S. from Houston
on August 8, 2008
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I don't know if anybody can help. But I figured everybody is a mom here. So who else to help me with this emotional connection.. we have a 7yr old son, we are not marr...
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- What is your definition of love? Does his definition match yours? Clearly his definition includes being able to cheat on, lie to, and possibly infect with STDs the pe...
- S., I have read the other responses and they are all right I'm 26 yrs. old with a 6 yrs. old son and another on the way by the same man I have been going back n for...
- Hi, I don't know if you believe in the power of pray, but I do get on your knees and pray to god that he releases you from this emotional strain. I want to tell you th...
