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Seeking Moms Who Can Help with a Slapping Problem
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- We went (and are still going through) something similar. My 18 month old wouldn't hardly ever hit me, but she would hit other kids when she got frustrated or they did...
- J.- You are not alone. Most children go through a hitting and biting phase. There is a book called "Hands are not for hitting". You can find it in most book stor...
- I am an early education teacher who has been providing family chilcare in my home for the last 12 years. Between all the little ones I have loved here and my own two,...
Putting Baby to Sleep on Tummy
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- I have put all of my babies to sleep on their stomachs. They seem to sleep better this way. All of them could move their heads from side to side and I lay them on a ...
- My kids were the same way. My mom, and I am sure anyone from her generation, will tell you that they all put their kids to sleep on their tummy and they lived. M...
- It used to be you were SUPPOSED to do that, because of choking on their spitup. So while the risk of SIDS may be slightly higher (anyone seen actual stats on that?) th...
Peanut Butter/Almond Butter Question
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- Most pediatricians seem to recommend not trying things like nuts, honey, peanut butter, etc. until after the child is a year old. I'm not sure what makes one year a '...
- Hi, Peanuts are not really nuts they grow under ground and are legumes Peanut allergys are more common now and so you should watch your child very closly when you in...
- You should be fine to have your little girl try the nut butters...My girls both tried peanut butter at about 1 year and it is now a constant lunch request (they are 19...
At What Point Is It Okay to Put a Baby on His Tummy to Sleep? (Part 2)
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- My Pediatrician told me the exact same thing as Sophie and we did the same thing she did as well. We always placed our kids on their backs and as soon as they were ab...
- i guess you could call me a risky mom but i always had my daughter on her tummy or side to sleep she wouldnot sleep on her back at all. if your baby has good head cont...
- I agree with the other 2 posters. Our ped told me the same thing put them to bed on their backs and if the roll onto their bellies-let them be. Once they roll themselv...
Looking for Preschools
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- Savvy Source has parent recommendations for preschools across the nation. Their compilation of activities is also fabulous.
- Hi P., My name is K. and I have been living in Danville for the last 8 years and have 3 kids 7,5, and 2. We have gone to CPP (comm. presb. preschool) for the past 5 ...
- Check out www.eastbaypreschools.com. It's my good friend's website and she has done all your research for you. Great resource. I have 4 kids, and have sent the fi...
Leg Cramps at Night While Pregnant
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- I have the same advice that Thirza gave. I had the same problems. It was the worst my first. My doctor told it was from low potassium and eat a banana.
- I had these also during pregnancy and my doctor put me on Calcet, you buy them at Wal-mart specifically for leg cramps. ASk them? it does help.
- Yep - I've always heard that leg cramps during pregnancy are usually caused by a lack of potassium. I didn't have them so much with my 2nd child so I didn't need to t...
Daughter Afraid of Sugar Bugs
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- Just a guess, but is your dentist Dr. Regala? This is the very reason that I took my kids out of her practice! At 4 1/2 your daughter is intelligent enough to know...
- Hi - first-borns tend to be worriers! They over-think things and stew about them generally, esp. when they're young. Yes, I'm sure she'll outgrow it - just be very p...
- Kids that age are very literal. She's undoubtedly thinking very literally, imagining actual bugs crawling around in her mouth. No wonder she's freaked out! There is...
11 Month Old Not Sleeping at Night and Can't Wean!
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- Hello C., I am Paz and I am a mom of a 12 month old little boy. I had the same problem and what I did to solve it was stop nursing gradually first. I Make sure that ...
- We have some great advice out there! My guy was not a good sleeper (now age 3) so I know you're tired and with working too, can probably hardly think. I lived by...
- Many 11 month olds wake at night and leave their parents exhausted. This seems to get worse around one year and then gradually improves. The moms of one year olds ar...
Any One Heard of Premature Puberty?
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- I hope that there is nothing wrong. I wouldn't put her on any meds... ummm I hate to ask, but is there a chance of someone molesting her...sensitive subject, but coul...
- my mom's best friend started her period at age 8, so it is possible that your daughter has started her period. i have no idea about medications though. i know a friend...
- I actually saw a little girl and her mother on Oprah a few years ago going through the same thing. It is very rare but basically the little girl (who was also about 7...
Seeking Some Encouraging Books for Friends Dealing with Cancer
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- "The Middleplace" by Kelly Corrigan is about her dealing with breast cancer while her beloved father is dealing with Pancreatic cancer. It's very well written, humoro...
- I know that the Chicken Soup series has some books dealing with cancer.
- There is a book by a friend of mine, Randy Becton, who is still surviving 36 years after his first bout with cancer. It is called "Everyday Strength -- A Cancer Patie...