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How Do I Explain Death to a Two Year Old?
... due to overdose of drugs/alcohol/depression). I think books would be the best ... more of a chance to talk about health issues, the elderly, death,etc. ...
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- I don't know what to say, but I did once hear really good advice on what NOT to say...never tell her that he "went to sleep and never woke up" or any variation involvi...
- Hi - I'm a cancer survivor. Two year olds tend to blurt things out so I wouldn't attempt to explain death to her at this point. Perhaps you should explain to her that ...
- Dear K., First let me say that I am sorry for you and your families pain at this difficult time. As for your 3yr old, let things go for now and take some time to gu...
NICU Problems
... for NICU MOMS to get postpartum depression because you don't get as much ... but it affects those who are immune compromised, elderly, preemies etc. ...
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- A.! Hello there! I work as a nurse is a very busy NICU. Respiratory Distress is common in any baby who is born early and has nothing to do with their size. Because th...
- First I would like to send you my prayers. This is always a tough situation. I send my love and thought to you and your family. Either way there is nothing you ...
- My twins were 8 weeks early and spent 5 fives in the NICU. My son was quite large for his age (5 pounds), but still had the most problems. The doctors and nurses sai...
Lost at Home
I myself am wrestling with postpartum depression that was only made worse for .... with several of our elderly that were shut-ins and now I'm teaching the ...
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- I know how you feel. I was in the Air National Guard for 8 years. I have a 12 years old son and an 18months old baby. I work full time, go to scholl on Tuesdays and re...
- Hi K., First, let me say THANK YOU for your service in Iraq. You have no idea how much I appreciate what you do! I was an Army brat, so I understand your situati...
- Some of the best places to met people are at church , or at your kids schools when they are at home. at a group that does something you like like a book club if you li...
Loss of a Pet
Last year we lost our elderly cat, and right now another of our beloved ... couple of days and then get busy with stuff so your dont fall into a depression. ...
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- I totally understand how you feel I am now a grandmom and still love my animals as my children. We have a Black Lab named Maggie and she is a rescue dog. My husband w...
- I went though what you did only with an Iguana (Iwas very surprised that I became attached to him.)My husband found the abandoned iguana and brought him home. My husba...
- Allow the grieving and believe that time will heal the sorrow you are feeling right now. It's always sad when our pets - our friends and family - die. But they do li...
HELP........In Desperate Need Hygiene Advice for 11 Yr Old Daughter
Sounds like some depression maybe? I had the same problem with my .... for a bath ( homless or somthing ) take her to a elderly care center and have her do ...
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- Are you sure it's from her not wipeing herself? At that age I had a cronic constapation problem and that was the first sign to my parents/doctor of it. It maybe she'...
- Hi...from the mother of three young adult women (who were once preteens and hated to shower)...All three of them went through the phase that your daughter seems to be ...
- I have the same trouble with my nine year old son. He doesn't mind taking a shower - and will take one fro 30 minutes if you let him. But he just likes to be under t...
Advice and Prayers
All of the elderly that are in a home enjoy seeing children. .... 2 months after coming home, we discussed her depression with her and she agreed that maybe ...
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- I am so sorry to here of your mom. I also had a father died from this horrible thing. He could not lay he had to be elevated and even slept sitting up in a chair. Eve...
- I don't know much about emphysema, but I just want to say that I feel for you. You have your hands full! Your kids and your mom needs you all at the same time. I just ...
- B., I don't know if she's at the stage that hospice might be willing to assist, but I do know otherwise there are in-home care specialists that specialize in coming i...
Advice for 'Worried' Tween
Later I volunteered with the elderly and found them full of wisdom and listening ability. .... Postpartum Anxiety/ Panic Attacks? Postpartum Depression? ...
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- You could have her doctor talk to her.
- Hi C.! how sad for your daughter... but there is good news: she can feel MUCH better very fast with proper treatment. it sounds like a pretty clear-cut case of PTSD -...
- Hi C., I can only imagine how your daughter feels. I'm sure I would have worries like that, too, after such a traumatic experience. It would probably really help he...
Need Advice on Adhd/anxiety
My son, Kyle is 9 1/2 and has been diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, Depression, .... kids younger than himself, mow an elderly neighbor's grass or just go visit. ...
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- Hi N. just let you know I've been there. My son is now 8 and was diagnost with adhd at the age of 5. I noticed it when he was 2. To be honest it wasn't his hyperactivi...
- N., I feel your pain. It seems like when we are stuck in a situation like this, we dont have much patience after we have done so much! My son is 12. He was diag...
- I don't know if you've tried any homeopathic remedies yet, but my friend had really good luck with it. She ended up removing all red food and drinks from his diet and ...
How to deal with cat peeing on floor?
We could only chalk it up to her being elderly, slowing down and getting weaker. .... Severe Depression over Making Decision About Our Kitty. Please Help. ...
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- Yes, there is stuff at WalMart called Kids and Pets (you can find it in the cleaning isle) you put it directly on the spots and it removed the odor. Good Luck
- WOW, you got a bunch of GREAT responses!! I completely agree w/everyone re: infection or WORSE, A $600 SURGERY FOR KIDNEY STONES!!!! MY ADVICE: CAT ATTRACT LITT...
- First thing I would do is take her to the vet for a checkup; there could be a medical problem. If not at least you know she is healthy. When did Susie start urinatin...
Motther/ Daughter Losing Her mind....help
Oct 19, 2009 ... support group for elderly folks who have lost their spouse would be ... to be rules My fatherinlaw grew up in the depression so he would ...
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- First, I'm sorry for your loss and hope you've had a chance to mourn yourself. As you know, your father isn't dealing well with his beloved wife's loss. He's still in ...
- Dear L. F., how long were your parents married? Please although the time is difficult please exercise patience with your father, sounds to me like he is still grievin...
- Everyone has given such wonderful advice. You father is still greiving. No other lady can fill the void left by the loss of your mother. Instead of trying to get him o...
