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Aging Dog Going Blind and Deaf
Asked by S.P. from Glens Falls
on March 19, 2009
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Does any one know how to care for a dog going blind and deaf? He is 12, but with 3 little kids he startles easily. I am not sure what to do.
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- Several things. First, they make special collars for deaf dogs that vibrate so the dog knows you are trying to get his attention. I don't know if it's a good option fo...
- S., If you've had this dog for a long time, and he's grown up with your children, I really don't think that you need to worry about his harming them. He may be ...
- We had a dog that was 10 and he was bling and deaf when he passes. He had been blind for about 9 months prior to that. His was caused by diabetes.We found it was best ...
My Daughter Is Blind Does Anyone Have Any Suggestions for Potty Training?!
Asked by T.R. from Oklahoma City
on May 23, 2008
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My little girl is blind and I am currently trying to do the potty training thing. She doesnt talk enough to tell me when she has to go. But does talk some. And she wil...
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- I found this online, I hope it answers your needs, or you can find someone here that can help. http://www.afb.org/message_board_replies.asp?TopicID=1627&FolderID=4
- Train her like you would a sighted child. She just has to be shown were the potty is in the batthroom so she can find it. Use the timer method to help you to remeb...
- My daughter is not blind but was having difficulty with potty training. One of the things Early Intervention taught us was to use a picture velcro-ed to the side of t...
How Should I Apporach This...
Asked by T.B. from Dallas
on April 29, 2009
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We have had our nanny for about 4 months and she is great with the kids and the kids love her. When she first broke something, I thought "accidents happen" and told h...
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- Make a list like you would for a child and tell her what all needs put up, taken care of etc, and that this responsibility goes with the job. do you think the kids do ...
- If you want to keep her as a nanny, let her know that from now on, whatever she breaks will be taken out of her checks. If it continues though, let her know you will...
- You need to talk to her about it. I am a nanny and the worst thing is when you feel like you can't have open, honest conversations with the parents and vice versa. P...
Fuzzy Sweaters on Blinds?
Asked by A.G. from Dallas
on July 4, 2009
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Hey Mamas,
I would like advice on an efficient way to remove the "fuzzy sweaters" that come from build up of dust on the slats of blinds. I do not want to take the b...
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- I do the same thing TF does except that I use Clorox wipes instead of baby wipes. It takes forever, but it works well.
- I use the same method as the others, but I use a bucket or container of hot water mixed with cleaning solution (409, etc) and a washcloth. Its easy, and the windows lo...
- I have 2" wooden blinds and I KNOW what you are talking about. I clean mine with babywipes I get from Costco. Yes, I wipe down each and every slat but I don't ha...
Need Advise on My 13 Yr Old Blind and Atuism Son
Asked by D.F. from Chicago
on March 24, 2009
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i have a disabled son that found his man hood he's 13 and now he is ejactulatin on his self what could i do to pervent him of making a mess on his self and bed and wal...
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- I am working with some autistic children currently, just acquired a new job not long ago-I work mostly with a functioning group and to be specific- they do see and I t...
- Hi D.. This is normal, though I'm sure it's frustrating for both you and your son. Your pediatrician may have some ideas, but if you are comfortable with members of yo...
- D. I would strongly suggest that you discuss this with the school social worker and/or primary teacher. I realize that this is a potentially uncomfortable topic fo...
Seeking Room Darkening Curtains or Shades for Nursery
Asked by D.J. from Chicago
on August 12, 2008
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Hello
I am looking for some room darkening curtains for our little girls nursery. We were sold room darkening shades by 3-day blinds and they really don't work at all...
Visually Impaired Boy's 1St Birthday
Asked by L.L. from New York
on December 4, 2008
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My son who is visually impaired (legally blind) is going to be 1 at the end of January and I am trying to plan his birthday party. I want to do something that will al...
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- L., Maybe have a game of pin the tail - updated! Your guests can hold a toy with a blindfold and see if they can get it together. Maybe use toys that your son is u...
- What about a music party? All you really need is some recorded children's music and a bag of "shake, rattle, 'n bang" toys (rattles, drums, triangles, etc.). You can e...
- How about still having balloons, but just having them all over the floor so he can feel them and hear them bounce. You could mix in some of those punching balloons - h...
Block Out Light
Asked by K.M. from San Francisco
on May 9, 2009
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Hi There,
Now that summer is nearly here the blinds in our kids room is not nearly dark enough. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good blind that will block out...
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- They have blinds called black-out blinds. We have one set in our daughters room in a faux wood. I can't remember where we got them from, but if you go to a store tha...
- I bought some heavy black material and had my mom hem the sides. We added grommets to the top corners, and stuck some hooks at the top of the window opening under the...
- We love our baa baa blinds. They are blackout blinds that you stick directly to the window with suction cups so you get absolutely no light in. They are totally portab...
Needing Blinds for New Home
Asked by J.S. from Dallas
on April 30, 2009
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Hi!
We just bought a new home in Frisco and need wood blinds and plantation shutters installed. Does anyone recommend a company they have used? Any companies to avoid...
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- I got really good prices at Home Depot, half price of what 3 Day Blinds was charging. BUT how you are saving money is on the service. They do not come to your house wi...
- call Bret Gournay at ###-###-####...I forget the name of his company but he does fantastic work and a great price!
- Got this from one of my Realtor friends... Janelle Dugas Today's Resources ###-###-#### I have worked with Janelle on blinds and shutters for countless new hom...
Mom W a Disability
Asked by A.N. from Grand Junction
on January 16, 2008
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HI
Im a monther of two and im also visually impaired. i can see some what but i do use a guide dog or a cane for the blind when im not at home and im just wondering i...
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- Hi A., My Name is Zulema, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been in the US for almost 7 yrs. I'm new to the area ... We moved from South Texas a few months ago. ...
- Yes you can call and chat with me where in rio rancho do you live? or email me ____@____.com
- Hi A., I stay home with my two kids (19 months and 3 years). I'd love to chat sometime with you. What part of town do you live in? I am in NE Thornton near Henderso...
