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Siblings in the Same Grade?
I have had at least five sets of twins in my classes together. .... over one year old by the time you would (in 9 months) give birth to the potential sibling . .... D.R. answers from Portland on August 2, 2008. My friend had this issue, ...
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- My friend had this issue, so she held one child back from kindy for a year. D.
- Hello, If I read this correctly......you have a 10 month old son and are possibly pregnant. If you are pregnant and as you say it's too early to tell then you would b...
- Ditto Amancia. My sister and I are 19 months apart and we were 2 grades apart in school, since her birthday was September 14th, she was past the cut-off for the year (...
Help- My 3 Year Old Is Out of Control! Seriousley!!
He demands more attention and with the class, he gets it and behaves much better . .... I also had him in early intervention at the portland school district. ... was fully potty trained shortly after I gave birth to my second in August. ...
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- Hello, I hope that this helps, Your son sounds alot like my 4 1/2 year old brother. My folks have had their hands full since he was born but it really has gotten hard...
- As a mom of a child that has multiple mental health issures (anxiety, OCD, ADHD) - I can tell you to start picking your battles! I even took my son (now 9) to prescho...
- PS Early intervention is free! Not sure if anyone else mentioned that, but I know in Oregon in most counties it's free, regardless of income. His not wanting to potty ...
Activities for a 15 Month Old
I live in Portland and our community offers these classes for specific ages. .... me classes from about 18 monhts. of course gymboree has classes from birth ...
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- I think some things are ok to do young--like swimming as long as you keep it fun. But, (IMO) I would hold off on any real sructured activites until they are older (4-...
- There are lots of things for a 15 month old to do!! My daughter is almost 2 but she has been doing things since she was about that age. Gymnastics for kids that age ...
- My daughter is 15 months old and we have looked into signing her up for mom and me gymnastics class and swimming lessons. Both are a little pricey for us right now as ...
The Talk!!!
I am a Birth Doula so these types of conversations and questions come up .... It is an all day class and they serve you lunch The first 45 minutes everyones ...
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- Okay to answer your question - Be honest. Like said before, you do not have to give her all graphic details, but be honest. I think we owe honesty to our kids. Wit...
- i didn't read all of your responses, i did see your update... but i did want to write what has been working for our family. I am a Birth Doula so these types of conv...
- Hi! I have 10 years old daughter and she'll learn into the sexual educator would teach students about it and be happy and don't worry it's be okay.
Need Help with Cloth Diapers
I teach a cloth diapering class at Birth and Beyond in Seattle if that would be helpful! Helpful? ... T.P. answers from Portland on October 19, 2009 ...
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- Don't fold in the second diaper. Put the second diaper in with the first diaper so that they look like one diaper. With my son I had to eventually triple diaper him. I...
- Wool covers are a lifesaver for nighttime us. My favorites are: Soakers: http://www.punkinbutt.com/organic-wool-soaker-cover-p-2360.html These are great for nig...
- try searching u-tube for videos on various prefold fold options. I have heard sometimes that jelly roles or bikini rolls or other various different fold methods might ...
Anyone Have the Webster Technique Done?
I know at a hospital I would either have both vaginal birth and a c-section or they would require me to have a ... This was the suggestion given during my prenatal yoga class. .... A.D. answers from Portland on November 10, 2009 ...
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- Yes, that's the Webster Technique (I've had it done). My chiropractor adjusted my legs/lower back and then flipped me over and pushed on the ligaments(?) on the sides...
- You may also want to look into moxabustion. It worked for me at 36 weeks (baby's heart beat was literally in line with my diaphraghm she was sitting up like a little ...
- The thing that seems to be the most well thought of is inversions - hanging upside down off your bed, spending time on your hands and knees, doing 'downward dog', for ...
How Can I Feel More Content?
R.C. answers from Portland on May 10 2009 ... experience when I had my daughter Due to complications of labor and childbirth I was disabled for 7 months and ...
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- My husband is a truck driver out of town 4 days a week also. If you attend a church, that's a great way to get involved. I work paid childcare at my church where i can...
- You're certainly not the first person to feel this way--frankly, it's a lot to ask for someone to be contented hanging out with a baby all day without any adult contac...
- Have you joined any mom support groups. Not knowing where you live but you could look online or in local free parenting publications like 'Metro Parent'. Online you ...
Found Out Yeterday We Are Having Twins!
I found the multiples birthing class at Isis helpful. The book they give you has an easy ... P.S. answers from Portland on May 24, 2008. Congratulations! ...
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- K., Congratulations on your twin pregnancy. I am a mom to 18 mos. old boy/girl twins. While I did go through fertility treatments and was aware of the risk of ha...
- Hi K.! Congratulations! I have 3 year old twins and I know what a shock it can be to find out that you're expecting twins. But trust me, it will be well worth it in...
- I have 3.5 year old boy/girl twins and they are just amazing! So congratulations - you are in for a wild and wonderful ride. The only advice I can give for pregnancy i...
Present for Big Brother When Baby Arrives?
My gave birth to my daughter 3 month ago and my son is 21 month old ..... First if your hospital has them attend a sibling class with your big boy Even at 2 ...
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- I think that making a "Big Brother Preparedness" kit is perfect. Including "I'm the big brother" shirt and books that tell him how important being a big brother will ...
- I think its a wonderful idea to get your son a "big brother" present, but also for your son to buy a gift for his new sibling. I bought my older son a gift that was ...
- I would recommend something that will hold his attention - not necessarily something BIG, but something that will keep him busy when you need to be with the baby. 2.5...
Stressed
Oct 19, 2009 ... Y.G. answers from Portland on October 14 2009 ..... get into a group for new mothers The hospital in which you gave birth no doubt has one ...
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- Normal? Yes and no. - Sleep dep makes everyone certifiably crazy. A stands up in court kind of temporary insanity. People, all people, start hallucinating amongst m...
- If you have family or friends near by, ask for some help. I bet they'd love to watch the kids for a little while. Even a neighbor lady - any woman who has had kids kno...
- F. you are not alone! I have a 22 month old and a 16 week old and I go back to work in 2 weeks...so even if I was staying at home I can relate to you ( and wish I coul...
