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So Alone
Asked by J.A. from Denver
on December 27, 2011
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I am so alone. LOL Okay I don't want to piss anyone off because this is not a sad post (thank goodness) whew I am absolutley all by myself for the first time in DAYS....
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- J.: Husband is sleeping and kids are at a friends house....this is MY time!!! YAHOO!!! Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!!!
- I havecto have alone time frequently or I lose it! I even take weekends away by myself sometimes to achieve it! I only had to work today this week, but I'm relishing b...
- I felt like that in the car this morning. I LOVE alone time! There's no such thing as enough or too much of it.
Okay Staying Home Alone
Asked by K.L. from Sherman
on May 8, 2008
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My child is ten years old I was wondering when a child might be considered old enough to stay home alone for and hour after school.
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- Hi there!! Well, I actually just started this 3 weeks ago, and it is working out great!! This is what I've done.. (I have twin boys- age 10).. They get home, and get ...
- depending on the neighborhood, how your child gets home, and his/her level of maturity and responsibility, I would recommend 12 as a good age to start with a short tim...
- There is no actual "age" to leave them alone. I read in the Red Cross news letter that it is up to the parent knowing how mature their child is. Really no good answer ...
Being Okay with Having an Only Child
Asked by D.B. from Denver
on January 2, 2010
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My husband and I have a 2 year old daughter and have had the conversation about getting pregnant again. However, my husband feels very strongly about NOT having anothe...
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- D., I think your situation is not terrible. It isn't unique and you've asked a forum of women that will support and comfort you!! Of course having more children ...
- I was an only child, and loved it. I think this debate is somewhat similar to the debate of women working outside the home or staying home to care for children. Eithe...
- Hi D. I am sorry to hear you are having a hard time. I think it is natural to grieve the growing of our children. We rejoice in them growing, but will miss certain thi...
When Is It Okay
Asked by C.L. from Sarasota
on September 12, 2007
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I have been dating this really nice guy now for about 6 months. My son loves him, he is great with my son. Takes him places, helps me out with him. He even takes hi...
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- Let me start by saying that I have no personal experience with this, I'm just saying what I THINK I would do in your situation. It sounds like you found a great guy a...
- I understand that! I recently moved in to a new home with someone i was dating for just about a year. I was a bit hesitant at first, but once I sat down and went ove...
- Please definitely wait, especially from your history of bad relationships. Things all might seem perfect now, but you are right, you never know until that other perso...
Bathing Alone
Asked by L.B. from Columbia
on May 30, 2008
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At what age is it appropriate/safe to let your child be alone in the bath for a somewhat extended period of time?
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- I wouldn't leave a child in the bathtub alone until they are also able to take a shower by themselves. I understand modesty, I have an 11 yr old and 13 yr old who have...
- I think I heard when they can swim. However, some people never learn to swim, so there must be a better benchmark.Hum...
- It depends on your child. My boys were very modest by age 3 and did not want me in there. I do not let them lock the door when they are taking a bath or shower but t...
Home Alone
Asked by P.F. from Chicago
on August 20, 2009
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My son is 10. I have just started leaving him home alone for about an hour maybe a little more (if his behavior has been responsible). What do you all think about when...
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- I do not think you are overprotective. First of all if you don't want your son going out that is your choice. My son was 10 when I started leaving him home alone aft...
- I think 10 years old is great. As far as being overly protective, I'm amused... I have an 11 year old boy and a few more rules than what's on your list: No cooking...
- Your not being over protective. If he is a responsible 10 then staying home for an hour is not out of line. But the rules should be exactly what you have stated. H...
Home Alone
Asked by M.W. from Port St. Lucie
on August 19, 2009
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Dear Moms, I need advice on a situation that I've been dealing with for the past two weeks. I have noticed that a child that lives in my area is being left home alone ...
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- sorry only read a few response if you are interested in watching this child maybe say my kids really seem to mesh with your child and is a good fit are you interested ...
- M.: I as well deal with a similar sitatution only the children that come to my house are both 12. The same scenario that both parents work and they are left home. ...
- Please don't send this child back home alone. It sounds like he is being neglected and is looking for help and companionship and security from your home. You are suc...
I'm Tired of Being Alone...
Asked by M.R. from Phoenix
on February 8, 2011
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I might regret writing this post....but lately, I have been really down about my life, what it is and what it isn't....
I've been a SAHM for probably 18 years now. My...
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- My husband works out of town a lot. He almost didn't make it home when I was in labor with our baby. I am also a SAHM and my husband is also exhausted on the weekends....
- YEAH!!! You had your break down ... we all need to have our breakdown. I moved to Chicago with my guy of 6yrs because it is a better place for our son, we have his fa...
- I felt very alone after my daughter was born. I am moved by your post because I really empathize with the feeling of aloneness/loneness - especially as a parent. ...
Home Alone
Asked by R.P. from Los Angeles
on February 13, 2010
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I have a friend that just told me that she is leaving her four kids at home alone, in the middle of no where, at night. Both her and her man are working the night shi...
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- She has put you in a horrible position. It will be so difficult for you to say anything, but what if you don't say anything and something tragic happens to those chil...
- In my neighborhood we had a mom who would leave the kids at home alone during the night and we, the neighbors, didn't call. We all turned our heads. We suspected th...
- I think Marda has the right suggestions for you. When I was a freshman in H.S I got mono. I was home for about 3 weeks. Both parents worked. So I would be alone t...
Now I'm Alone
Asked by S.M. from Colorado Springs
on April 30, 2008
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So my fiancee left... I don't know how to deal with it, and I'm all by myself. Between chores, the baby, the now empty house... How do you get through it all? How do w...
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- S., You are not alone. Right now, you have got to put your energy into your son. I was widowed last year, I have six young kids. I have days, like you do I'm sure,...
- You are not alone! You are so smart to reach out during a really hard part of your life. As others have said, reach out to your friends and family. Get out of the h...
- I had no children with my ex, but when he left, I was in that deep pit. All I did was lay in bed and cry for weeks. It was the most difficult time in my life. Even ...
