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Mom Shaving a 6 Year Old. Creating Self Consciousness?
Asked by A.G. from Eugene
on August 6, 2009
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I know it is possible that I am overreacting, my boyfriends ex has shaved the cute tuft of hair that was under the 6year olds arm. It never embarrased ...
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- :( sigh ... you are right, what you can do is to offer them a listening ear. if the relationship with their mom was better, you or your boyfriend could address ...
- My husbands ex wife shaved my bonus daughters legs at 4 years old! (Luckily she walked out shortly after that so it didn't continue) I will tell you what we have gone ...
- I think you should be cautious about getting involved. You are not the child's parent, the Mom (and Dad) should handle this. You will be seen as unwelcome interfering ...
Toddler Having Hard Time Adjusting to New Baby
Asked by M.B. from Denver
on May 17, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to adjust not only family life but helping my 19 month old son adjust to the arrival of his new brother! How does ...
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- Congrats! My little ones are 15 months apart. The first 3 months were hard due to different schedules - mainly constant eating by the littlest. The boys are now 24 mon...
- I'm curious about the other posts, I'm in a similar situation. I have a 21 month old little boy and am expecting my second boy in a week.
- My kids are also 19 months apart. I must say it was quite challenging, but now they are 4 and 2 and best friends MOST of the time. If you have the help, I would try ...
New Granite Counters and Stainless Steel Appliances - HELP!
Asked by A.V. from Knoxville
on May 19, 2008
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I am not much of a housekeeper, I guess, b/c I usually use just Windex and 409 to clean most everything. We just built a new house, though, and are blessed enough to h...
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- the BEST thing I've found has been Dawn dishsoap and hot water. A little Dawn on a rag with as hot water as you can stand, wipe, and then dry with another rag. Amazing...
- I just use soap and water on mine.... sometimes using bleach wipes to sanitize. we have bought stainless cleaner for the appliances, but I find soap and water does as ...
- Actually A., you aren't asking the important questions. Do you know what is in most cleaning supplies? Do you know what affect they have on your families health and ...
Vaginal Birth After 4Th Degree Tear
Asked by S.G. from Dallas
on July 26, 2010
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My husband and me have two children but are thinking about having a third, but I do not want to have another unless its possible for me to give birth vaginally; c-sect...
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- I didn't have an epidural and trust me felt everthing and still had a 4th degree. I also delivered with a midwife. So, just goes to show you don't ever know. I feel...
- S., This is totally out in left field, I know, but I read at one time that eating lots of fruits and vegetables builds up collagen in your skin and reduces the chance...
- You're exactly right! Women who get an epidural are at a MUCH higher risk of tearing because they can't feel where they need counter pressure and they push way too ha...
Doggie Etiquette Advice
Asked by J.P. from Houston
on November 10, 2011
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My adult son just got a cute lab puppy. With the holidays approaching, I'd like to share with him some puppy etiquette.
I invite responses from dog owners, but espec...
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- I agree that if the pup isn't welcome, you may need to stay at home. Lab pups are very reliant on the feedback of the family and should not be left in a kennel (have y...
- PLEASE let your son know that even the part of the yard that is close to the street is still somebody's yard. I have no pets for very specific reasons, yet people thi...
- I think the biggest would be for people who think their dogs are their children. May people don't feel this way. For many dogs are dogs and so the same rules to kids...
Alright Mom He's Finally Here.
Asked by A.F. from Fayetteville
on April 3, 2010
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As you all know I have been having contractions for a while, finally on March 31st I gave birth to a healthy 8lb 7oz 21inch baby boy. His original birthday was suppose...
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- Congratulations A.! I'm glad everyone is doing well, despite the rough labor. Definitely take it one day at a time and rest whenever you can. The night and day mix ...
- Congrats!!! What a beautiful name you chose. I hope that you are feeling better soon. L.
- A., so glad you are okay - it's tough when there are complications. Right now, sleep when the baby sleeps, and get your strength back. Take the pain meds - they wi...
Falls, Bops, Topples and Tumbles
Asked by M.R. from Los Angeles
on November 30, 2011
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My almost eight month old took a tumble last night while he was holding onto our entertainment center he fell over straight back and landed on his head of course. It a...
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- Oh my how scary for a mom. I am so sorry that your son fell BUT welcome to being a mom of a son!! I have 4 kids, 2 girls and 2 boys and everyone of them fell off the b...
- I remember nearly having a heart attack when my oldest was a baby & got his first goose egg (from running into the rounded corner of an entertainment center) This same...
- OMG! Im so glad Im not the only one, well I knew I wasnt but still.......My lil guy took a header off a bench just yesterday. He will be 11mo on sat and was trying to...
Needing Help/info/advice About Topamax
Asked by A.L. from Las Vegas
on September 2, 2008
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I have gotten such great advice from this group that I wanted to ask about a current issue that I am having. I am really hoping that you can all help with this as wel...
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- So sorry to hear you are in such distress! If your pain is gone for now, that is a plus - you can have some normalcy with your family. Sometimes while you are waiting...
- OMG, that sounds horrible! I'm sorry, I hope they can figure out what's going on so you can get off that med.
- Hi. For now I would not stop taking the medication. If it is masking the pain that is a good thing because the doctors are going to put you through all these tests and...
How to Know When a Tummy Ache or Headache Is a Real One????
Asked by P.P. from Dallas
on July 24, 2006
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My daughter has taken the habit of complaining about headaches and tummy aches every time she has to go through a routine (bedtime, school day, nap time etc). Well, I'...
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- Howdy! I am a Pedi RN and we get calls about this ALL of the time! I very seriously doubt that a minor (speaking as a nurse not as a mom!) head injury from 2 years a...
- My son is a few months shy of ebing 4 and has recently started the same type of thing. Whenever he doesn't want to comply with the current request, I hear "my tummy h...
- I had a child that did this exact same thing! I bought Tic-Tacs & every time she said she had a headache or tummy ache,I gave her one. Usually she was so hapy to get...
Moms of "Comedians"
Asked by R.J. from Seattle
on June 2, 2010
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... is there a support group? Did Robin William's mother survive his childhood, or was she committed at some point?
My 7yo has always always always loved to make pe...
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- You have some of his antics on video tape to blackmail him when he's a teenager, right? ;-) (And to make a retirement fund out of when he's famous??) He sounds like...
- Lol! I'm sorry, I have no help whatsoever. Just thought I'd tell you that your goofy child made me laugh right through the computer. I agree, I bet he comes by it h...
- I've got one too! He has: Taken numerous dramatic bows in the middle of the soccer field. Worked his way from one end of the row to the other end of the row in ...
