Debi Pearle
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In Need of Survival Tips for Potty Training
Asked by K.B. from Dallas
on April 17, 2008
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Well, my 2 1/2 year old is really doing great with her potty training considering that over the last 6 months or so, she has been in pull-ups. About 2 weeks ago she c...
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- If you're going through that many panties in one day she's just not quite ready yet. Yes, you could keep pushing her to the potty every 20 minutes, but what does that...
- The only advice I can offer is from what my pediatrician told me. Do not force your child to potty train - let them control when they're ready to potty train. You de...
- When mine did that i spanked his tushy to show him my displeasure at his disobedience. he learned i meant business and that it was not funny. we rarely had any fights ...
Is There Really Such a Thing as "Terrible Two's"?
Asked by G.A. from Tyler
on June 25, 2008
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I think I just might pull my head off soon. My son turned two in January. In the last few weeks he has become a different child. He has gone from very obedient and ...
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- O yes it is the terrible twos.You are doing the right thing for him by staying on top and dont let him win.It is very trying but hang in there.O there is no time on th...
- I don't beleive the "terrible twos" not to scare you but its more the threes that try you. As far as his behavior you should try time out. It works well becuase he do...
- He is doing his job!!!! Yes, this is normal. Don't despair. But stick to your guns. This is the time to direct and teach. IF you let him be a toot now, he will be a to...
To Anyone with More than One...
Asked by D.H. from Dallas
on May 21, 2008
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how do you make the time to help them feel special? we have 6 here and I know at least 4 of them crave all of that extra attention and would probably more well behaved...
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- Try the "To Train Up a Child" discipline book by Mike and Debi Pearle. They also have a series called "No Greater Joy" available. www.nogreaterjoy.com The problem is ...
- Hi D., We have 4 so I can relate. What we do I once a month each child either with Mom or Dad ( we rotate months) Have a one on one activity. We put their date on th...
- I can relate! I have four under 5y.o - My triplets are 4 1/2 and then I had another who is nearly 3. I have a difficult time doing one on one as well. Right now my ...
What to Do About Bf's Child's Behavior
Asked by E.R. from Dallas
on May 13, 2008
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One of my divorced bestfriend's has a daughter that is completely wild. She is 9. My son's will be 4 and 2 this Summer. I like my friend and enjoy her company. But ...
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- I know how you are feeling. I did not have the destructive part, but other behavior issues that were of a MAJOR concern. Your home is a place where your family shoul...
- We're in the same situation, & the only thing we can do is not play with them. It's for the safety of my child. Good luck!
- Hi E., I completely know what you're going through and how hard it can be to speak up about someone else's child's behavior. I actually have the exact same problem...
Should I Be Telling Her No???
Asked by T.G. from Dallas
on May 31, 2008
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Alright, so my little girl is 7 1/2 months and has a lot of personality. She laughs and lunges for your nose to start bitting it. Then she screams and hits. She's alwa...
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- I know that it's hard sometimes to have to tell a child no when they are having so much fun, but the truth of the matter is, that fun will turn into something else lat...
- Yes, you should be saying no, but I also want to say don't feel bad. It's hard not to laugh at our adorable little bundles of joy at that age - isn't everything they ...
- "no biting" works well with my daughter- we started that at about 7 months because she was chewing on everything. She got the idea very quickly. Although she has a ver...
Boys
Asked by L.H. from Dallas
on May 14, 2008
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My grandson is 15mo. old, and is starting to throw temper tantrums when he doesnt get his way. Just wondering how some of you Mother are dealing with this? All the adv...
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- my wonderful little 17 month old boy had done the same thing, just turn around, dont look at him. dont give in to what he wants. If it is something he wants to play wi...
- I am a mother of two boys 15 & 10 years old... Advice I always received on this topic is to ignore them and walk away, once he sees that you are not paying attention ...
- L., I wish there was one pat answer. If you find it out, please let me know! What I found to be the most helpful when either of my boys threw temper tantrums AT TH...
How to Handle Sisters Who Constantly Argue?
Asked by A.S. from Dallas
on May 20, 2008
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I have 2 daughters ages 8 and 5. They are able to get along fine until one of them "snaps" and then watch out. They argue and yell at one another. The arguing can b...
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- My two best sources for parenting were: 1) the "Love and Logic" program by Dr. Foster Cline. It is sometimes taught as a workshop for parents by some school counsel...
- When my daughters were younger and fought, we would have "heart checks". Warning, this does take a lot of time and patience on your part, but the rewards (atleast for...
- When we were little my mom used to make my sister and I sit face to face in the corner and stare at each other. Within a few minutes we were cracking up and best frien...
2 1/2 Yr Old Still Not Talking
Asked by D.B. from Dallas
on May 13, 2008
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I have a 2 1/2 year old boy that can say a lot of words, but as yet to start using phrases, let alone, sentences. How common is this? People have told me to slow dow...
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- It may be time to have him evaluated by a speech pathologist. Talk to your pediatrician about that. However, I used to teach preschool, 2-year-olds in fact, and had o...
- I also recommend ECI. They have a sliding scale for payment. They will come to your home for the evaluation and all appointments if your son needs it. The numbers are ...
- I suggest taking him to a Speach Therapist. We use Therapedia here in Southlake and love them. My 19 month old could only say five words...now at 23 months can say...
My Husband Wants a Divorce Because I Can't Do Anything Right for Him.
Asked by A.M. from Boise
on April 12, 2008
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Do I give my husband a divorce and lose everything? We have been married for about 3 years. In this time he has bought everything he"s wanted, (4) snowmobiles, (4) 4 w...
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- I think you married my ex husband. LOL. Is he a sociopath, also?
- I believe it takes 2 to make or break a relationship. Sounds like neither of you are in bliss. Both of you need to make a list of what you like/love about the relati...
- Questions.. 1. You have tried counseling? 2. Do you like to ride the fourwheeler, camp and boat? Are they things you do together? 3. Is he jealous? 4. Is h...
Raising a Child with ADHD
Asked by S.B. from Lubbock
on May 7, 2008
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I have a ten year old grandson diagnosed 6 years ago with ADHD. He is on medication, and it helps, but his behavior is terrible. I don't know how much is the ADHD, a...
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- My advice: make sure he truly has adhad with head scans! Sometimes doctors just give medicine with no real testing. They told me that my son was ADHA but he was actual...
- Dear S., I have a 23 year old with ADHD. He was diagnosed in kindergarten and put on medication at that time. He stayed on medication until high school when ...
- I don't have a childwith this, but my best friend does, They have battled it also, you might consider changing med's. Talk to his ped. to see if he may be of some help...
