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Family Issues
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- I did the same thing when I was her age and I think the reason my mom and I have such a great relationship now is because she was just that-my mom. This relationship ...
- J., It sounds as though he is not listening to you. My mom started treating our step sister the way we were treated by our step dad, and he did not like it. That was...
- It sounds like your step-daughter is having some serious emotional problems, and instead of being angry with her, you need to get her some help, because her mother sou...
East Bay Park/picnic Site Rec's - Senior-friendly
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- I also like Kennedy Grove in El Sobrante, nice playground, beautiful park with plenty of shade (important in July!) There are boat rentals/fishing nearby which could ...
- Have you checked out Dimond Park in Oakland? It's on Fruitvale Ave. Between 580 and 13. There is not only outdoor picnic areas, but also a Rec center you can rent for ...
- For a more urban setting, the city park on Arlington Ave is lovely, it has a pond, a club house to rent with bathrooms, playstructures (huge slides). It can be reserv...
Question About Bouncing an Infant
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- Dear B., I'm sure that bouncing your baby as you described is perfectly okay. There is a huge difference between playing and bouncing and severely shaking your baby t...
- Hi B., I'm sure your baby is perfectly fine, especially since she was laughing. My peditrician mentioned none of the bouncing "stuff" until baby is at least a year o...
- Relax, no harm was done! Especially if your baby was giggling/laughing. But I being the mom of 4 little ones also have sat their watching w/that fine line of "cute, ...
East Bay Parks and Trails
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- I like Lake Chabot in Castro Valley, on Lake Chabot Road. It has paved trails for a couple miles in both directions then alot more unpaved. Coyote Hills Park in Unio...
- Try Sibley Volcanic Regional Park - Oakland Hills. It is beautiful and amazing. Many people do not know about this place. 10 million year old volcano.
- Theresa took took the words right out of my keyboard. :) There is also a reservoir on 24 on the west side of the Caldecott tunnel, I'm not sure of the name of it, bu...
Trying to Get Clear About Boundaries with Teen and Preteen Girls
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- We just allowed DD to get her 2nd holes pierced, she's 12. She'a been asking since 11 to dye hair. She wants purple underneath. We've said no, only b/c of her attitude...
- Your daughter doesn't have to know what you did. Sometimes it's nice to have a husband who opposes these things, since daughters will argue less with dad. My husba...
- I told my daughter 14, but I would let her color her hair. Her school doesn't allow "unnatural" hair colors though. I also would allow a second ear piercing, but I m...
Pregnancy Sleep Issues
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- Hi A., Congratulations on your pregnancy! Sounds like your going to have your hands full:) It's important you take care of youself too. Are you not sleeping be...
- I don't know about the pillows, but you can sleep on your right side too. Actually you can still sleep on your back for about another month if you needed to. It's the ...
- One of the many joys of pregnancy...not being able to find a good sleeping position. To be honest, I had a really tough time getting comfortable on my left or right si...
Tetanus Vaccine
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- I'd ask your pediatrician.--but I don't think there have been any problems with tetanus shots as with others that folks claim caused autism. I can't remember what sho...
- No experience with it (we are not vaccinating at all either), but look into how many cases of tetanus are reported each year. For example, we just switched pediatrici...
- Tetanus can be treated with antibiotics. Don't worry about her playing in the yard. When I was 12 years old I tripped and rammed a nail between my thumb and forefinger...
Hairspray on Hardwood Floor
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- Murphy's Oil Soap--they used to have a TV jingle "the dirt is finished, but the finish is fine". It is a 100 year old company. The back of my bottle says Member of T...
- I will bet you just some warm water, dawn dish soap , let it soak a minute, and some elbow grease! Dry it immediately after.
- Check out the Minwax products. Blessings......
Looking for a Kaiser OB/GYN
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- A. Have out checked out the Kaiser website? It lists the bios of the physicians who have open panels and it's a great place to start. KP.org... A.
- I go to Kaiser Martinez, and I have Dr. Joseph Baem. He is wonderful. I totally recommend him!!!
- I go to Kaiser Oakland & my OB/GYN is Dr. Erika Brenneman. LOVE her! Very warm & friendly. I highly recommend her.
Baby Stores in East Bay
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- the nurture center in lafayette has an array of cloth diapers and supplies, amongst other great things. md
- Hi , try waddle and swaddle http://www.waddleandswaddle.com/v2/ and Rockridge Kids http://www.yelp.com/biz/rockridge-kids-oakland and Tulip grove http://www.ye...
- There is a Right Start in Walnut Creek, across from the Container Store. They might have something. Also, not sure what Giggle carries (my kids are older) but my Gym...