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Need a Developmental Pedi in DFW
Asked by J.L. from Dallas
on April 16, 2010
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We are experiencing issues with our 3 year old at home and montessori with tantrums that are extreme. This is not typical pre-schooler behavior, so we are concerned we...
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- I know of a great Doctor who uses natural products and she can make a night and day difference without the side effects of medication. If you want to try her first, l...
- We saw Dr. Mauk but she did the exact same testing the school district did. At 3 years old your school district can do testing for free. In general, in my experience...
- We've gone to the Child Study Center in Fort Worth. We saw Dr. Hitzfelder(spelling). We felt she did a comprehensive evaluation and really took the time to speak wit...
Deealing with a "She Bully"
Asked by G.S. from New York
on December 21, 2011
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Hello mama's. It's a sleepless night here for me at 4 a.m. I've been doing nothing but tossing and turning, because my son has a "she bully" to deal with and now the b...
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- Unfortunately, that mother is one who will believe her daughter, no matter what.... it will always be "the other child" who is wrong.... of course.... her dear daught...
- Gigis, stop kicking yourself, I don't think you did anything wrong. As moms we will always second guess ourselves, after we have time to think about what happened, an...
- It is rather hard to read such a long paragraph with no breaks. I think you need to realize that she is trying to protect her daughter. It's her job to love and tr...
How Do I Help My 7 Year Old Understand
Asked by R.K. from Springfield
on July 23, 2009
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Hi. Our 2 year old has SPD he is a sensory seeker and he has a speech delay. I have to constantly keep a very watchful eye so that he doesn't injure himself he is go...
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- Do you have the option of hiring a sitter one afternoon/evening a week so you could take your older son out to dinner and for some mom time? I also know there are g...
- I would make "dates" with your elder son and let him stay up later to do so. I assume your 2 year old goes to be earlier than the 7year old. Wait until he is down an...
- R., Are saying not once during the week your husband cannot watch the little one so you can take off and have mommy time with your seven year old? Does he work 24/7...
8 Year-old Plays Too Rough
Asked by S.T. from Columbus
on April 19, 2008
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Hi, I'm wondering if anyone out there can help give me some advice. I have an 8 year-old son who plays too rough. He doesn't mean to, but often other children will g...
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- Since you mentioned his preschool teacher it sounds like this has been going on since a young age. It may be that he doesn't percieve touch as you or I would. Does he ...
- I have a nephew with the same problem. WE started giving him a time out when this happened.Your son is old enough for consequences! Seriouly before someone gets hurt r...
- Honestly at 8 years old, you should be able to sit him down and tell him the exact thing you just descirbed. You know he isn't doing it on purpose, but he is being way...
How to Help Toddler Deal with New Sister
Asked by S.C. from Scranton
on May 18, 2009
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We just brought our new daughter home and though besides some day/night mix up, she is a good baby.....its my toddler that I need some advice on. He is 27 months and ...
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- Hi S. It is tough for the siblings when a new baby comes home. I do agree that you can't let discipline go, you should have the same rules, and enforce them the sam...
- go buy him a big bro shirt and make a big deal of it. Try as much as possible to not change his routine. This is all brand new to him and you also and th...
- A three year olds job is to test you every waking moment of every day. I don't believe that yelling is the answer, I do believe that a warning and a follow thru is th...
Scholarship Interviews
Asked by J.M. from Denver
on February 11, 2012
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My daughter was just selected to interview for the "Whole Person" scholarship at Oral Roberts University. Do you have any suggestions on how she should prepare, types...
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- Congratulations to your daughter! Our daughter also had quite a few of these scholarship interviews.. I agree about her dress. neatly, but comfortably. Do not mak...
- I have never had a scholarship interview, but similar to a job interview I assume it is for both sides to find out whether there is a good fit. The school is not just...
- It's been a while (like 15 years) since I did several scholarship interviews. First, congrats to her and good luck. Second, PLEASE make sure she is dressed appropria...
Undisciplined Child or "Sensory Issues"?
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on May 28, 2009
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My sister in law has recently told me that my eldest nephew has been identified with "sensory issues". Apparently he was evaluated at his preschool by someone from th...
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- Sensory Processing Disorder....it is a real disorder, not an excuse. Although there are ways of working with your child, occupational therapy and what not, that can h...
- Check out the book "The Out-of-sync Child" by Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A. I think it will help you understand what your nephew and his parents are facing. The author...
- I really admire that you're trying to get more information about this instead of judging your SIL as being a bad mom. My son has severe SPD, and I've gotten dirty look...
Advise - Our 6 Yr Old Always Seeking Attention.
Asked by G.G. from Tyler
on February 28, 2008
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Both of our girls get attention and quality time from us when they are here with us and from what I can tell when they are with their Mom and her family. However, our ...
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- These are great suggestions. Is the 9 yr old doing something new, doing well in school, has something else going on? Is something different with Mom? The 6 yr old m...
- I recommend reading the book "The Five Love Languages of Children" by Gary Chapman & Ross Campbell. It is wonderful. Your daughter may be craving your attention beca...
- schedule special "alone" time with her and each of the others as well. That way she will visibly see that she is treated the same as everyone else. It doesn't have to ...
Bullying and Teasing at School
Asked by S.B. from San Francisco
on October 31, 2008
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My six-year old has been having some social issues at school, being excluded from a group of girls who seem to be teasing her, but who she desperately wants to be frie...
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- Here are a couple of books that have been recommended. Girl "bullying" is often harder for the teacher to detect and act upon, because it's a bullying of exclusion, s...
- I would definitely take it up with the teacher and if there are multiple students having similar experiences, get together with their parents as well. Last year in ...
- Both of my daughter are in Brownies. I have a 3rd grader and a 1st grader and I co-lead my 1st graders Brownie Troop. You may want to check in with the school and see ...
Being Selfish?
Asked by R.D. from Portland
on October 7, 2006
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I am looking for creative ways to get any time to myself. I can't even use the bathroom alone these days. Any suggetions? Am I being selfish to want this?
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- Everyone needs to maintain their individuality. This includes moms. So asking for a little self time is not selfish, it's essential! Having a few moments to regroup ...
- Hello my fellow privacy seeker, I am also a SAHM of three(boys). Being the only girl in the house is a real drag. So far I've heard a lot of suggestions about how...
- You are not selfish as I am typing to you my 15 month is on my lap.*-* I can not take a shower without him crying outside the door.
