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Food Comments- Hurt Feelings
Asked by J.B. from Los Angeles
on September 3, 2008
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Im really close with my parents and we spend a lot of time with them. My dad goes through waves where he is into exercise and eating right and then not caring too much...
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- For someone like your father you need to arm yourself with knowledge. Do a little research and find out how many calories a nursing mother is supposed to consume in a...
- Say, 'you do realize that I'm burning twice as many calories because I'm nursing? You do want a healthy grandchild and you want me healthy also, right? Please stop com...
- J., Just tell him that when he is able to create a human being in his body and nurish that child with his body for over a year then he can open his mouth about your...
10 Month Old Not Eating!!! Need Help!
Asked by C.W. from Jacksonville
on September 2, 2008
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Hi recently my 10 month old daughter was recently sick with a virus and her appetite had understandly decreased while she was sick. However, it has been almost two wee...
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- First of all, don't panic mommy! All kids go through this, my 4 year old AND my 2 year old are going through it again right now.............Your child will NOT starve...
- This virus that is going around is pretty nasty, I know how you feel. I had it, then my 3 yr old and then my 3 month old got it!! The one thing that was consistent w...
- I am having the same issue w/my 7 mo old son. He got sick almost a month ago, and only a few days ago did his appetite finally start coming back. And it's still not ...
Fussy Baby
Asked by B.P. from New York
on March 31, 2008
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My newborn is almost 3 weeks old and generally a pretty good eater. I have had to supplement formula because I can't keep up with his appetite. He is happy to feed f...
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- Why do you feel like you have to wake him up? He's obviously content if he falls asleep. If he wasn't he'd either keep nursing or wake up sooner. Just go with his c...
- This is totally normal. When you notice that he is starting to fall asleep, stop nursing. Taking off the breast and wake him up. You may need to do this several tim...
- Something I did was when my son fell asleep at the breast is I would sqeeze the breast slightly which would help with let down. It would fill his mouth with milk and h...
14-Mo-old Suddenly Can't Sleep
Asked by A.R. from Los Angeles
on November 5, 2008
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My 14-mo-old who has slept through the night since 4 mos with no problems suddenly is unable to go to sleep/stay asleep both at night and at naptime. She is waking up...
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- She sounds sick. A fever of 103, and lethargy, is not due to teething. Tell your Hubby. Sure, you can ride it out... and if it's a virus, they will say ride it o...
- Sounds like an ear infection to me. I would definitely get your baby seen by a doctor.
- I agree with the others. Trust your gut feeling. You know your child the best, so if this is unusual for her, bring her to the doctor "just in case". You don't wanna b...
Is This normal...or Did I Create a Monster??!!!
Asked by A.G. from Atlanta
on August 13, 2009
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So, not really a monster but a spoiled little whiny girly girl!!! LOL. I'm laughing but I really am concerned. A friend of mine suggested that I have created a monster...
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- I think your friend is wrong and should stick to raising her own kids , if she has any. Her not letting you out of her sight is separation anxiety.And a year and tw...
- I have to agree, it's her age and it goes with being out of the sight of mom. It's normal for boys and girls. All I think you need to do is assure her you are there. I...
- I don't think you have created a monster. The whining is normal at her age. My daughter whined a lot at that age and she was far from spoiled. She's learning her bo...
My 7-Year Old's Stomach Pain
Asked by D.W. from Tampa
on July 31, 2008
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My 7 year old daughter has constant stomach pain for the past month. I've taken her to the pediatrician to whom I'm explained... She has decreased appetite, after she ...
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- What is your daughter eating? If the pain comes after she eats, it sounds like what she's eating may not agree with her. Does she eat processed food?(anything out of a...
- My decision would be to take her to a new pediatrician. Two weeks seems like a long time to watch a child in pain. I would recommend Health Point Peds, on Parsons Av...
- I would immediately make an appt with a GI specialist to have tests done to determine what is causing this pain. It is certainly not exaggerated or made-up if she isn'...
1 Year Old Barely Eating
Asked by J.S. from Salt Lake City
on July 13, 2008
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I have no idea if anyone can help, but I am really losing my patience. My already lanky one year old barely eats and it is a huge struggle lately. We just moved to a...
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- This is normal. Don't be so hard on yourself. You are doing a great job and she is lucky to have you as her concerned parent. If you offer her 3 good meals and even...
- I used to swear that my 15 month-2 year olds (I have 4 kids) lived on AIR and milk (usually chocolate) until they were almost 3. My soon to be 3 year old can and does ...
- First off, this is definitly normal! I have a 1 year old boy and he is very hit and miss with his eating. He is very miss when he is teething! He eats half as much ...
16-Month Old Teething Too Slowly?
Asked by S.T. from New York
on November 30, 2008
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My otherwise healthy 16-month old son has only 5 teeth, with 3 more on the way. His appetite and interest in a variety of food has recently deteriorated so I'm wonder...
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- DON'T WORRY. my 14mo doesn't have ANY teeth, and i didn't get any teeth until i was two. it's completely genetic. my ped. isn't concerned in the slightest, and neith...
- Hi, My twins had their teeth come in at different times. My daughter got hers at 10 months and they came in prob at a normal time she is 2.5 and has all of them. My ...
- Hi S., my name is D.. I am a first time mom as well, working as a dental hygienist. I work in a pediatric dental office in East Brunswick. As far as your son's teeth ...
Seeking Help with My Daughter's Lack of Appetite
Asked by A.A. from Raleigh
on August 21, 2008
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I have a 17 month old daughter. She is a very picky eater and actually doesn't eat very many solids and seems to prefer milk. The problem is that she is very active ...
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- My daughter was like this, but she loved fresh fruits and I would give her as much as desired. I would then try to add the starches because they have the calories. Y...
- my oldest started that around the same age. He lived on milk, yogurt, applesauce, fruit cups, mac & cheese, and the gerber's toddler meals especially the ravioli. The ...
- I read this great book called "Child of Mine: feeding with Love and Good Sense" by Ellyn Satter. It helped me feel better about what my son was or was not eating. Sh...
Teething and Fever
Asked by M.P. from Charlotte
on March 11, 2008
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Hello all,
I am concerned about my 10 month old son. He has 4 teeth already and now two more are coming in. We never had any teething problems until about 2 days ag...
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- Dear M.: Congratulations, you are doing a great job. Is very normal to the baby to get fever, i gave to my baby when she was in that stage Humphreys they came on diff...
- any fever over 100.1 can not be associated with teething. it sounds like your little man is sick. i would take him to the doctor.
- Fever, pain and cranky is part of it. It is rough for a while but all you can do is hold and sooth them in any way that they will let you. Just bear with him... you ...
