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Encouraging a Breastfeeding Toddler to Wean
Read all 17 responses: "Is there anyone out there who has experience ... I would start with the nap time feedings. Start a new pattern to get him ready for that. ... If you're worried about him being thirsty, put a spill-proof cup of ...
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- I'm in almost exactly the same boat as you--my son is younger, but when I tried to wean him recently, or at least cut down the nursing, he just got clingier and worse,...
- I breast fed my son and daughter and it was such a wonderful experience. I'm a science teacher so I read lots of research - the good news today is that breast-fed bab...
- cut out one of the feedings for about a week, then try to cut out another and then so on. i just recently stopped breastfeeding my soon to be 2 year old. i had to quit...
Severe Diaper Rash/Yeast Infection in Toddler That Won't Go Away!
Read all 58 responses: "Hi everyone, This request is my desperate attempt to find some help! ... Try giving her water when she is thirsty. .... It is a cream that I put on the severe burn every time I put a diaper on. ...
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- Desitin mixed with Maalox works great. Frequent butt washings during the day even if it is the sink and air drying is great.
- Hi. I hope I can help. This may sound weird, but let her soak about 20 minutes in a baking soda bath. It really does work, it is one of the old methods of controlli...
- We did not have anything severe but warm bath with baking soda in the water. Always seemed to help.
How to Get Toddlers to Take Liquid Vitamins?
Read all 26 responses: "Hi Moms, my pediatrician recommends that my 14 month ... it to her when you know she is really thirsty. that way she drinks it all. ... with any drink-just hold it over until the next time until she finishes it, ...
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- My son has never been enthusiastic about letting me put anything in his mouth, including a dropper. Once he turned 1 and was able to have egg whites, I adopted a new s...
- Just a thought, but why don't you taste it? That way you will know if it tastes yucky, and if it just tastes odd, then you will at least know the flavor, and what ite...
- Any reason you can't switch to chewable? We switched my son at 12 months to chewable for the same reason....though they have a bit less iron, I made sure he got the r...
Constant Hunger Pains
So is being extremely thirsty all of the time. Let you doctor know so he can test you early. Frequent urination is another symptom;however, ...
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- Saltine crackers are a good low calorie way to solve the hunger and keep the nasea away.
- Just make sure you are eating healthy and try to eat 5/6 times a day. 3 meals/2-3 snacks. Don't give in to things that are just a quick fix. Nuts make a great snack...
- been there! just say no to the ben and jerry's! cereal is good with non fat milk...raisin bran is high in fiber and iron. yogurt...anything that will fill you up so...
My 3 Year Old Is Having a Hard Time Winding down at Night to Go to Sleep
Aug 29, 2009 ... Read all 8 responses: "My regularly easy to put to bed 3 year old ... in the world Now if he's thirsty he will drink his water at story time ...
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- Hi K., I agree with the other mama-- it will be hard, especially since you work and want all the time with your kids, but once he's in bed explain to him that it's b...
- He is definitly doing this to get attention and to test how much control he has over you. Explain to him before he gets ready for bed and again when you are tucking h...
- Hi K., You didn't mention what time you put him to bed, but you might try earlier. My daughter is 4 yrs old and goes to bed at 6pm. She doesn't nap anymore. I HIGHLY ...
2 Year Old Always Thirsty
Read all 23 responses: "My two year old son seems to always be thirsty. ... We have to get after him all the time. We have taken away all sippy or straw cups so it is harder .... Next question: Does My Toddler Have a Drinking Problem? ...
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- Ask the doctor to check for diabetes. It may not be diabetes, it could be just that your son drinks alot. You might try limiting his milk to no more than three 8 oz....
- Excessive thirst can be a sign of diabetes. Juvenile diabetes is no laughing matter. I would have this checked out by a ped asap. it probably isn't, but would be nice ...
- For thirst, I'd give just water - not fructose without the fiber, which is what the juice is. That's processed by the liver, and can lead to the development of diabete...
Always Hungry at Bedtime
I personally wouldnt give her a snack at that time at all Id be saying well ... in an insulated mug by her bed in case she does get thirsty but that's it ...
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- I had a similar problem with my daughter. We've always done snack before bed, but typically it was their dessert. This worked fine with my older three. But my young...
- I do not think that she is having a power play with you. She is obviously hungry, because she is eating what you give her. All of us, as individuals, know when we are ...
- What a lovely power game she is playing with you. How long do you want to keep playing it? Tell her in advance that you have a new rule about bed time. Once she is...
Question for Moms About Bright Red Cheeks at Night
Read all 24 responses: "About one week ago we noticed that every night in the evening. my five year old's cheeks were bright red. ... If they deny being thirsty, then it's time for bed! .... Toddler Gets Bright Red Cheeks at Night ...
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- Hi K., Do the red cheeks kind of look like "slapped cheeks"? If so, it might be Fifths Disease ( Don't worry it sounds worse than it is). Read the following, I copi...
- My son had that happen when he was little (he's now 15) and it was a food allergy. Not sure that helps! J.
- My three y/o cheeks turn red when he is tired. Camille V
Ear Tubes & Adenoid Removal
I hope by the time you are getting all your responses, the problem has ... 2 Year Old Always Thirsty ... Dr Recommending My Toddlers Adenoids Be Removed ...
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- Hi S., Wow, your little guy sure has been through a lot for his age. Have you ever thought of taking him to a chiropractor? It is extremly safe and non invasive, esp...
- my son had his removed and did drink a decent amount but I would be concerned with the potential sugar. Think about taking him to a specialist that deals with juvenile...
- I can't add any better advice than what you've gotten, but my son had his adenoids removed and tubes put in at 2 3/4 yrs old and he was absolutely fine the next day. ...
Almost 3 Year Old's SEVERE Dry Skin
Read all 38 responses: "My son's skin has always been real dry, ... I have read that by the time you are thirsty, your body is already dehydrating! ...
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- Hi C.... It sounds like it may be a "dry skin condition". Duh! But there is an official name for it, ichthyosis vulgaris. It is a common inherited skin disorder ...
- My daughter gets dry patches around her mouth and we use Kara Vita's Everyday Skin Penetrating Cream and within a very short period of time, the scales and redness are...
- My 4 year old has the same thing, she has eczema, we use hydrocortosone cream on it, that helps a lot and in the baby section, there is an eczema cream ,I forget who m...
