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2 Questions About Kids- Money and Dinner
Asked by L.K. from Austin
on June 24, 2010
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Hi Moms,
I have 2 questions-
1. When your kids don't eat what is prepared for dinner do you make them something else or let them get some cereal? I have a 14 yea...
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- 1. I have a two year old. If she does not eat what she is served for dinner, then she does not eat. I decided like my mom that I am not a made to order chef. I alwa...
- The other replies are pretty good, but I wanted to add that it might help if at least one component of a meal is something already familiar and liked so your child has...
- Here are some tips on "picky eaters" and more info at the link below: http://blogs.goddardsystems.com/Cedar-Park-TX/2009/12/26/is-your-child-a-picky-eater/ Parent ...
Best Shoes for Running
Asked by A.A. from Lansing
on April 1, 2010
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Hello Ladies,
I have recently started running and I truly enjoy it but after running I always have shin splints. I am pretty sure the big problem is the shoes that I...
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- New Balance are the best. I have been wearing them for over 10 years. Buy a half size bigger than you normally wear your feet will swell a bit and you will be less lik...
- A., I noticed you are from Ionia. I would recommend you take a trip over to East Lansing and stop at Play Makers. It is a store that specializes in exercise equip...
- I am not a runner by any means, but I workout a lot and do a lot of fast-paced walking and a little running. I just bought Pumas and I just love them! They are so comf...
New Mom to a Girl in "Dance" After 2 Boys Help...
Asked by D.D. from Pittsburgh
on May 31, 2011
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I have two older boys who I have done baseball, scouts and football. So I understand the ropes for the boys. Our baby girl turned 3 yrs old a few months ago. The local...
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- Check with the teacher first if shoes from Payless are OK -- some teachers may want kids to wear real leather shoes, and I'm betting shoes from there aren't real leath...
- You can buy reasonable leotards and tights at Target. I think they may sell ballet shoes as well. Please do not buy the tutu leotards unless you have checked with th...
- Try a consignment shop.
Newbie to Ballet Advice
Asked by M.S. from Detroit
on December 10, 2011
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Hi all,
I will be starting my daughter in ballet soon (she is almost 3 and potty trained). Any advice for a mama with zero ballet/dance experience? Thanks!!
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- HI, M.! You sound excited about this new endeavour and I'm glad for your daughter and you. My daughter is nearly 11 and has been dancing since she was about three, fir...
- Just find a teacher who is focused on fun! My daughter took a ballet class when she was 4 and she hated it. The teacher was really strict and dry and the lessons were ...
- Just let her have fun with it! I'm a dance teacher and ages 3 & 4 in my curriculum is used to teach structure, working as a group and with partners, and discipline. We...
What to Do When My 8 Year Old Complains About the Back of Heal Hurting.
Asked by P.S. from Dallas
on August 25, 2009
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My 8 year old daughter dances 3-4 hours in a day, three days per week. The backside of her heal hurs when she walks. Some days are worse than others. I plan on taki...
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- I have pf with my feet and they hurt a lot and are stiff. I wear custom orthotics to relieve the pain and use techniques I learned at physical therapy to strengthen m...
- As someone who has danced my entire life. Ballet for 15 yrs. I agree with everything Sara said. I also think that is to much time for an 8 yr old. I think even as I go...
- my 11 year old has the same problem took him to the orthopedic that specializes in feet and they x-rayed and said it was seavers desease, basicly growing pains, gave h...
Dance Classes
Asked by J.B. from St. Louis
on December 12, 2010
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My 4 yr old is going to try two dance classes this week for the first time. What should i have her wear? The director said leotards or something comfortable she can mo...
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- Since the director is okay with her wearing something comfortable, I would just use a pair of stretch pants. That is what my daughter wears often. If she likes it, b...
- J., I'd go ahead with the leotards. They had some good ones pretty cheap at Target... :) Good luck!
- I teach dance and if we have a child coming in to try the classes out, we don't have them buy special clothes or shoes until she has tried the classes. Comfy shorts o...
Hung up on "Class" Issues - Help!
Asked by H.H. from Orlando
on September 8, 2008
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OK, Ladies. You've come through for me before. I really could use input on this.
My daughter just started pre-k this year and is making friends. She has really tak...
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- Dear one, I know all of us have been intimidated, at some point in our lives, however, little children are so honest and lovable, they don't care what kind of house...
- Hi, H.! I can relate to what you are talking about. When I first had my son, I was in a Mommy-and-Me group through Arnold Palmer downtown, and met some GREAT wome...
- Ha! You will get a kick out of this story. Ten years ago, I was in a church mom's group that traditionally held a"date night with the guys" to be held at someone's ho...
