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Dealing with Co-workers
Asked by L.M. from Dover
on November 11, 2011
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Ok moms, I am at a loss so I need some help. I have a decent job with incredible bosses and co-workers. Some are a little quirky but I really think the world of them...
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- I think they're threatened. It's a tough economy. He is making a lot of mistakes and afraid to lose his job, so he's playing the bosses against you. Since he clicks...
- I know that I am so sensitive to criticism but I'm somewhat of a perfectionist and you don't have to tell me twice. I want to do a great job wherever I am. I have al...
- L., I would go back to your boss the next time there is a mistake. Show him the mistake and then ask if you can correct the problem with your boss in attendance. Tha...
Seeking 'Green' Tips
Asked by R.V. from Phoenix
on June 29, 2009
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Hello Everyone! I do the basics when it comes to being eco-friendly, but does anyone have any out of the ordinary ideas. I'm looking to take my 'greenness' to the ne...
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- R., when I wanted to take my green to the next level, I realized I could buy my every day personal items from a company who is green, a company who is Carbon Neutral, ...
- I don't know how old your children are but using cloth diapers and wipes can really help. It takes a ton of resources and chemicals to make disposable diapers and the...
- My MOPS group did a whole green day on earth day. You can make all your own cleaning supplies. Not only is it green it is cost effective. If I can find the paper I ...
Cold Remedies While Nursing?
Asked by A.C. from Chicago
on September 10, 2008
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So I've gotten my first cold as a mom, aaawwwwww. But I can't take anything for it because I'm nursing. I'm drinking hot tea with honey and lemon, have Vicks on a ra...
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- Nasal strips offer some relief. I also used a lot of Vitamin C drops. Maybe have your head upright on some pillows when you go to sleep to help with any drainage.
- I guess I'm a hippie too, then! Four times over! I have four children... Sounds like you are doing well. Try some "over-the-counter" homeopathic remedies as well.:) ...
- A great natural tea from Aviva Jill Romm: About 3 cups of water, 4-6 cloves of garlic, one lemon, honey hot water and cayenne pepper. Slice the cloves, add the juic...
Favorite Ways to "Go Green"
Asked by S.K. from Minneapolis
on March 19, 2010
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Hello ladies! I am looking for ideas on easy, cheap ways to "go green". Give me your best suggestions, from eating locally to wearing cloth diapers. I want to hear the...
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- I love www.Freecycle.org! I started my own group in my hometown and try to Freecycle anything I don't need that might be of use to someone. It's a great place to get...
- Line dry. It will save about 10% of your electric (and save you money. I cut $30 off our monthly electric bill when I started line drying). Also, drastically cut ba...
- Addressing the person slandering Melaleuca you don't have the facts...Melaleuca has won the Environmental Wellness Award 5 years in a row. They ARE a green manufactur...
Neighbor/Friend
Asked by K.W. from St. Louis
on May 24, 2011
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I have currently have a issue with a friend those has a child the same age as my son, and happens to be my neighbor as well. It's a bit of a long story but basically I...
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- Please reconsider the last few sentences of your post. I agree that leaving a present on her doorstep is in poor taste. Also, if you are going to e-mail her, you shoul...
- IMO, it is never a good idea to analyze other people's children (and have them analyze yours) in direct conversation. Neither boy is doing anything wrong, their perso...
- I just went thru this with my son and a kid from his class. They basically are "best friends", but completely different. Mine son is very active, loud, big, typical ...
Soccer-style Stampede at School, Hurt Kid
Asked by S.L. from Boise
on October 28, 2010
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I'm not sure how to feel about this. Or whether I should do anything.
When I picked up my 6-year old son from school today, he was holding an ice pack to his head. ...
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- I would certainly say something. Let the principal know you wish to be called if your son is injured, even slightly (unless it's a skinned knee or something). Discuss ...
- Yes, I would talk to the school. I would set up an meeting with the teacher first. Just tell her that your son got hurt at the assembly and you want to know what hap...
- I would call no your not overreacting and i would rip alot of hide from the school board down. this could have been deadly and for other kids safety not to mention yo...
How to Deal with Sister...
Asked by M.H. from Raleigh
on April 15, 2011
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Bear with me, as this is going to be long. My sister is 23 years old and has been living with my husband, son, and I since August. She graduated college in May, and is...
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- Not sure if I understand right but... is she leaving in 3 weeks? If she is then you have the easy way out by not saying anything and keep the peace. However, if you ...
- She sounds very childish - is she the youngest in the family? Very self-centered - egocentric. She will have to grow up pretty quickly wherever she is moving to. ...
- I would just leave it and count it a blessing that she moves out in 3 weeks!! I bet you that once she is out on her own she will have a different perspective of all t...
Plenty of Fluids Means....
Asked by ღ.. from Detroit
on October 4, 2011
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Water right? What about coffee, plain tea, sparkling water maybe a diet soda? Drinking a lot of water makes my stomach hurt. I try to drink enough water, but yuck,...
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- Wow, from reading your responses, there is a lot of confusion about what counts as water. WATER is the only fluid that counts as water. Coffee, tea, juices, and soda...
- Molly, diet soda is pure poison. All soda is in truth, but especially diet. If you are sick don't fill your body w/ poison. I used to hate to drink water. But I taug...
- Drink non-caffeinated and non-carbonated things. For example, juice. Coffee and tea are diuretics and can make it worse. I like a good soup, so a lot of times I ge...
Considering Switching to Cloth Diapers for My 19Mnth Daughter
Asked by J.B. from Rochester
on September 4, 2008
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I have been doing a little research lately on cloth diapers and was thinking of switching to cloth for my 19 mnth daughter. She is showing NO signs of being ready to p...
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- I am a cloth user for my 2 yr old and my 5 month old. I'd say go for it, it makes them more aware, you will probably only have to buy one size, and its pretty easy. Yo...
- I think she is more likely to want to potty train if she is in cloth- better able to notice she is wet and dislike the feeling.
- Good for you! I have been cloth diapering my 15 month old daughter since birth. The only time we use sposies is when we are on vacation and I have to say my husband an...
Would You Let Your 13-Year-old Start the Car?
Asked by J.B. from Boston
on April 25, 2011
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Hi mamas - do you think it's OK for a 13-year-old to start up the car (turn the key in the ignition, listen to the radio, start the heat or AC for you) if he or she is...
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- Hi.....I don't see anything wrong with what you let your son do.....after all, you didn't give him permission to drive the car....just to start it. In my opinion, you...
- yes-same thing, if she is ready first she can start the car, clear windows, etc. when it is cold. BTW ladies, we also have a hobby farm and she drives the tractor (su...
- It would all depend on how much you trust the 13 yr old and how mature they are. How far the car is from the door and how busy the street/sidewalk is at the time. You ...
