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Bat Mitzvah
Asked by M.F. from Denver
on September 28, 2012
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Hello Mamas! I know someone out there will know the etiquette for a Bat Mitzvah. I am honored to have been invited to a friends daughters Bat Mitzvah, however I have...
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- On dress. I agree it depends on the synagogue. You could always ask your friend. I am sure she would not be offended. It also depends on whether there is a party immed...
- Every synagogue is different as to what is acceptable to wear, but I would err on the side of caution and dress on the conservative side. Slacks and a nice blouse, a d...
- In my circle, only close friends and family go to the actual service as it is quite long. If you do want to go you can (I personally find them very interesting) but yo...
Flying to San Diego with My 5Mo Old!!
Asked by F.K. from Fargo
on May 3, 2007
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I have not yet been on a plane with him let alone in the car for more then 2 hours!!! I need some advice. I am packing plenty of toys (of course) but I need to know ...
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- F., I too am a stay at home mom and a military wife my husband is in the Marine Corps. Flying is not easy with a little one. If you are going to be holding him a pass...
- Hi F., I took my boy on a flight when he was six months old and had no problems. You're right to have a bottle ready, pacifier if he uses one, and maybe a larger re...
- Hi F.! I flew with my son when he was 1 months, 3 months, and I am going to fly with him again in a couple of weeks. I'm not sure how long your flight is but the last...
8 Grade Graduation
Asked by K.W. from Los Angeles
on March 27, 2013
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Hey!
I am in 8 grade and am graduating to high school in about 2 months. I found a GORGEOUS dress but I am not sure if it is too fancy or not.
The dress is a mint gr...
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- It sounds a little too fancy for graduation. And I think you need to check with the school dress code and the requirements for dress for graduation before you make a ...
- It's your graduation, you should wear what you want as long as it's okay with your family and meets the school's dress code for the event. I think it sounds cute. Yo...
- Sounds like my daughter's dress. It depends on how fancy the dress design is. Some of the girls get fancy enough for prom.
I Need a Good Stroller
Asked by C.W. from Washington DC
on January 19, 2013
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Okay, you would think after 3 children that I would have the stroller issue down, but sadly, I still can't seem to get one that both me and my child like. We currentl...
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- The McLaren line will likely do for you if you are tall. I'm short (like 4'11.5") and it was too tall for me; our old Chicco which I loved was too short for my 6' husb...
- We have a Peg Perego Si and while it was $250 we love it. The handles are adjustable so my taller husband and I can have it to our liking. It folds up small but is v...
- Love my combi double stroller & how compact it is
Baby Slings
Asked by P.S. from Boston
on December 27, 2009
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Does anyone have a recommendation for a baby sling? I did not use one with my first child but thinking I may want one for my second.
I want something comfortable and...
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- I love my Maya Wrap!! for Newborns and bigger babies. Easy to nurse, nap and just plain hang out in. Watch the videos, and its even better if you have a friend who kno...
- I second Jenn F - Ergo, Ergo, Ergo!!! Pricey, but totally worth it for comfort as your baby gets heavier. -L.
- I have used many kinds of babywearing methods, but my favourites are a Rebozo sling and the European style wraparound carrier. These are both really simple because all...
Going to a New York Wedding!!
Asked by R.R. from Dallas
on August 2, 2008
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My husband and I will be attending a wedding at the end of August. I know what I'd wear down here in Texas but not sure for up there!? It's going to be an evening we...
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- I would suggest you wear a long gown for semi-formal. Find something unique to you that you feel great in. I love to shop Neiman's Last Call at Grapevine Mills for thi...
- Hi! What fun. My husband is from Buffalo and I am from NYC-so your post speaks to me. The first thing you should know about Buffalo is that it is sooooooooooo much co...
- Wear what you'd wear here....you'd be surprised, it gets pretty hot there but it cools off nicely in the evenings (unlike here)...so make sure you bring some kind of a...
Can You Wear..
Asked by K.M. from Laredo
on May 11, 2011
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Black to a wedding??
going to a friends wedding in a couple weeks and I cant find any prints or color dresses I like enough.
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- if it is an evening wedding, i say yes. If you know the bride well enough call her and ask her. I got married in the late afternoon in Autumn.....we had a VERY smal...
- YES! Alot of brides are going with black for their color, even having black accents on their gowns :)
- You could wear black and pop it with turqoise, lime green, pink, or any other cheery color of accessories. Scarves are really popular here or you could add color with ...
Mama's Boy
Asked by S.Q. from Boston
on July 9, 2009
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My one yr. old has alwyays been "high maintenence" as I like to call him. Over the past few months he has become increasingly attached to me. Now we are at the point i...
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- I've got four babes also, (8,6,4,2) - this is normal behavior, and you should ride it out. My youngest did the same thing at about a year, and it was VERY difficult t...
- Try wearing him in some sort of carrier or sling when you are preparing you meals, cleaning, etc this will at least free up your hands so you can get things done witho...
- HI S., I would suggest a simple solution of playing a game with him once or twice a day.. called "Find Mommy!" Just put him in a room and then go to another room...
Cancer
Asked by M.P. from Dallas
on July 31, 2011
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My 52 year old aunt was diagnosed with stage 4 (terminal) lung cancer, yesterday. We do not know of a treatment plan to prolong her life yet, but I want to do things ...
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- Can't help you with the hospital part but my dad died of lung cancer. The last 3 months of his life he lived with us. I think a huge part of their fear has to do wit...
- my father went from being OK to being sick with stage 4 cancer..your best bet is to be there for her...do whatever she wants..if she wants to sit and talk..please do i...
- How about visiting her at home one day and suprise her by doing laundry and folding.or change the linens on the bed or vacuum. Tell her you are going to help her that ...
Clothing for 2 Year Old Girl Witha Full Arm Cast
Asked by S.G. from San Francisco
on April 24, 2009
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My 2 yr old daughter just got a new full arm cast. She is now wearing bigger tee-shirts belonging to her 4 year old brother. Does anyone have any suggestion on what el...
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- You could go to a used clothing store and buy a few slightly larger long sleave shirts and cut off the one arm above the cast. Then make a small slit to help it get ov...
- When I had a cast on my arm, and faced a similar problem, we visited a thrift store and bought a few shirts that I didn't mind cutting so I could get them over the cas...
- You could buy her long-sleeved shirts and cut a slit up the middle, put pretty ribbon in a couple places and tie bows to hold the sleeve together. You would want to he...
