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Step Kids with a Lack of Respect for Things
They must be rules for everybody not just for your step-kids. .... You have to set the rules before them and if they don't respect that, ...
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- If I was you I will approach the visits as a play-date. When we have a play-date we do introduce "the house rules" and my son already knows that every house has theirs...
- I have a son and then my boyfriend has a son as well. So I have a little experience in the matter. I have found that if one won't admit to the damage then all should b...
- I'd say not to worry about clothes (buy them cheap so it doesn't matter if they get wrecked), and focus more on respect of people than things. If you respect them, th...
Need Advice on "Diciplining" My 7 Year Old Stepdaughter
Maybe we could instill some sort of new "rule" or thing that we do now. I hate to take away her playtime with her sister because it can be helpful in ...
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- Instead of having her entertain the baby, have her help with the baby while supervised. My oldest was 2 years old and he wanted to do everything with baby but he was r...
- I would tell her that she will have to ask permission about holding baby first. I would have her be seated and I would tell her she had to stay seated while holding th...
- What are they doing that is rough or wild? I have an 8 month old and five other kids between 4 and 12 years. The baby loves to play with them. As long as they are n...
3 Year Old Does Not to Wear Underwear.
It's the rule. No body can go naked. Mommy will get into trouble if she doesn't wear them. Hope it helps, M. Mom to 5 Wonderful Kids www.4MyChildrenSake.com ...
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- Hi S.- It could be a mild sensory issue with your daughter. Are there any other things that she seems equally sensitive to (food textures, tags in clothing, etc)? ...
- 3y/o's can be very stubborn. I have one at this time. I let him pick out his underwear and he thinks it is the coolest thing in the world. They want to be so independe...
- My three year old son hated underwear too. We switched from the normal brief to the boxer-briefs. Walmart.com has several different styles of girls panties including...
Problem with Scissors
I actually can trust him to cut alone now, but the rule is that scissors never ... If he doesn't follow those rules, I put the scissors away immediately. ...
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- Do you think her rebellion w/ scissors could be a reaction for feeling like she has little control in her life because of her diabetes? Just a thought. If it is ...
- you said she's 4-1/2? i would just take the scissors away and tell her that she's not responsible enough to have scissors unsupervised, and that i will give her the sc...
- Put them where she cant find them or get to them.Only get them out for her and stay with her when using them...good luck S. B
Screaming!
With my son, we started a "no screaming/crying in the kitchen (or living room, or whatever room) rule. If you are upset and need to scream/cry, ...
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- When my son does that I ignore him. If we are out somewhere and I can I will leave where we are at. If he is hungry and screams though I will give him for example a ba...
- ahhh . . . he's working on wanting his own way, but he doesn't have enough words to discuss this with you, so he is frustrated . . and it comes out in screaming. ...
- Hi D., What is going on before the screaming starts? Give me an example of the conversation(s). Just want to know. D.
Roving Toddler
I am a mother of tough love I would explain the rules tell her she has to ... Stick to you guns and Make her stay at the table Make it a rule that No one ...
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- It's frustrating, but I would just let her continue this way until she is older. I know you would like to have a nice family dinner, but it's not uncommon for kids at ...
- Stick to you guns and Make her stay at the table. Make it a rule that No one gets up unless excused. I know that is harsh but it works. My girls sit and eat, then t...
- I've had the same problem with my 20 month old. Except she couldn't get out since she is in a booster she would just scream. We have started having picnics in the ba...
Grandparent's Sabotage of Our Parenting & Discipline
They have gone so far as to say things like "Well, you broke our rules when .... If your parents agree to the rules then consider letting the girls go to ...
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- C., So sorry to read about your struggles - and your guilt! I have two strategies for you to consider that I hope will decrease your guilt. 1. You have not to...
- This is all coming only from my heart... so please do not be offended as it is not intended to be meanhearted in any way. I am only sharing from my previous hurts and...
- C.: Stay strong! Consistency is critical, and it soundslike your disciplinary actions fit the situation. Communication and discussion with your daughters about the p...
Is it ok to put a pillow in a crib for an older baby?
Many people follow the rule of thumb: "when he asks for a pillow, give him a pillow. ... I don't know what the "rule" is for this, but I gave both my girls ...
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- I've heard not until after a year or later and at that point, it should be a toddler pillow, not adult-sized. You can get them in the bedding dept. at TRU or BRU, pro...
- My daughter co-slept with me for 7 months and was using my pillows by that age, so I assumed she would be fine with a smaller one of her own. In her bed she had a pill...
- I waited until my daughter was almost 2 to put a pillow in her crib, but wished would have done it sooner. She is sleeping so much better now, and it helps her not f...
At What Age Do You Let Your Kids Sleep Over...
I am just curious what other families rules are about this. ... If this is not the case the rule in my house always was I have to get to know the parents ...
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- Hi A., My 3 year old neighbor has already spent the night at my house. It was more of a sitting thing so mom and dad could go out, but the girls actually did very we...
- My daughter was about that age when she wanted to spend the night next door, at her best friends house. After much soul searching, I let her do it because her friend's...
- I agree with you 5 years is to young, also please check out the parents and go with your gut. My daughter just turned 10 and had a sleep over only 2 girls stayed the ...
19 Year Old Daughter Trying Tough Love Being a People Pleaser Isn't Easy
Sep 24, 2009 ... your rules in 6 answersIf she doesnt like it tell her tough it is .... Write down the rules and give her a copy I feel that even at 19 if ...
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- I think you have already gotten a lot of good advice. I would add a couple of things. A 19 year old should not have to be reminded of appointments and dates. Tell h...
- Draw your line in the sand. Let her know where it is -- do it when neither of you are upset or angry -- and YOU stick to the rules, too. You don't need to explain ...
- This book is meant for younger children than 19 but the concepts in it will be very helpful. I always have to remind myself to just use as few words as possible instea...
