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Home Evaluation for Asthma Triggers in DFW
Asked by L.T. from Dallas
on September 7, 2009
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I have 2 boys with asthma. Basically, whenever they get a virus involving snot, they cough and wheeze, but otherwise they don't have symptoms My husband is convinced ...
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- Mold and environmental testing for air quality starts at $250 and most is around $500. There are many companies online but it is best to get a referral. A lot of time...
- Hi L., It is a daily battle to understand and help your sons with there asthma. Growing up I saw how my mom and sister had to deal with it and things that worked...
- My son has the same thing. It is not related to exercise or allergies, but rather to a virus that moves consistently into his lungs. Every time he gets sick I know i...
Dirty Teddy Bears!
Asked by C.R. from Cleveland
on May 30, 2009
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My now 2-yr. old received her fair share of teddy bears over the last 2 years - most of them are WHITE! Adorable, but what were they thinking?! Can anyone share thei...
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- Throw them in the washer. I used to see a day care in my church toss everything imaginable in the wash. No problem at all.
- C., I always throw in the washer all of our stuffed animals. I even put them in the low heat in the dryer so the whiskers don't get deformed. I've never had any proble...
- I agree with the pillow case trick. They come out great. Then I air dry. We had one incident where my daughter dropped a brand new animal in a mud puddle. It was a...
Stressed Out Mother of Two Boys
Asked by L.A. from San Francisco
on June 24, 2008
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I am the mother of two. I have a 3 year old and a 6 month old. My 3 year old is in the "no" stage and not listening at all! My 6 month old is very needy and ALWAYS wan...
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- Hi L., I'm in a similar situation with a 2yo and a 4mo (both boys), but the 2yo is the clingy one, and he also loves the word "no!" I read through a couple of th...
- Hi L. ~ You won't be in this spot forever ;) it does get better ;). Just an idea ~ is there a young girl (10 or so) that you know that would be able to come over fo...
- I am looking around my living room right now, and boy am I feeling what you're saying!! I work full time, but can usually do it from home. Now that it's summer my kids...
Ideas for Cleaning Rail Covers on Pack N Play
Asked by B.G. from Birmingham
on May 23, 2009
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I recently got a Pack N Play that was previously owned. It's in really great shape, but the fabric that covers the top rails is dirty. This play yard was used mainly...
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- These ladies have offered some great advice, I would have never thought of! I was going to suggest making a paste of mild soap like dreft or ivory that you use for th...
- As another person said, CARWASH! That is my answer to everything! Highchair after a birthday party (or even for a good cleaning) Carseat without the cover on it, strol...
- For tough build-up I use a bleach solution of about 50-50 water to bleach ratio. Use rubber gloves. Dip a scrub brush in solution and scrub away. Rinse.
Clumsy Girl Do I Tell Her Mom
Asked by A.C. from Greensboro
on June 1, 2009
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My daughter has had her friend over our house a few times. The last two times, she spilled yellow nail polish all over my daughter's bedskirt and all over the floor. ...
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- Decide if the kid is nice, or you don't want her with your dd. Kids are kids and make mistakes. Take it all away before she comes the next time. Why are they eating an...
- No, don't tell her mom. When you allow kids into your home w/out their parents, you are responsible for their messes. You can, however, give the girl some cleaning sup...
- Windex will remove nail polish from a carpet, so try it on your daughter's bedskirt and floor. I think all the other advise about the girl being in your home is go...
Bathroom Cleaners
Asked by E.C. from Chicago
on August 28, 2009
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Hi all. I'm looking for a good shower cleaner for a fiberglass shower/tub. I feel like I am cleaning it all of the time but can never get rid of the soap scum. I make ...
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- BON AMI Cleanser is much less toxic and does not scratch! I swear by Tub & Tile by Melaleuca.
- I used to use a product called The Works and got it at Dollar General. It worked better than any of the name brand products1
- I know of a really neat product from Shaklee called At Ease. It works great. If you want to know where to get it e-mail me at ____@____.com.
HELP! I Caught My Microwave on FIRE!
Asked by G.S. from Denver
on August 14, 2008
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Yes, I said fire!
I microwaved something contained in a light plastic for 25 seconds like I have done many times before. In the hecticness of getting dinner ready,...
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- I would try the magic eraser if it is just black residue it might work, it has worked on things I never thought it would.
- I've done this too. To clean it, I microwaved (yes) lemon water for a minute or two and then wiped it down with paper towels. Sometimes you have to mess with the cook ...
- Never, never, never microwave anything in plastic! It can release toxins from the plastic into your food. Just like you only drink from a drinking water safe hose or p...
Seeking Reliable and Resonably Priced Cleaning Lady
Asked by T.M. from Dallas
on August 27, 2009
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My cleaning lady has retired and I am in need of someone to clean my house once or twice a month. House is 1860 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and an office. We live i...
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- My neighbor, Misty, is a housekeeper! She is very trustworthy and reliable. We live in Keller. I let her know about your need, and she said to give her a call! Mi...
- My friend, Kayla Mooty, cleans houses. Her number is ###-###-####. I don't know what her rates are, so you would have to speak with her about them. She is independent ...
- Tracye, I see you are trying to find a new person to clean your home. It's hard to find someone you can trust and someone you feel comfortable with in your home! I tr...
Washing a Bumper Pad?
Asked by M.W. from Wichita
on August 25, 2009
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Okay - so I bought a beautiful new crib set for our baby boy who will be appearing in late September/early October. I am not a new mom, he is #3 for us and this seems...
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- I would wrap mine in circles around the cylinder in my washing machine but if you don't feel comfortable with that, take it to the laundromat and wash it in a commerci...
- Hi Missy, You can wash it, I would recommend taking it to a laundry mat and putting it into a front loading machine - this is the way I always wash my big things - ...
- I've fit them in the washing maching the way the other poster mentioned...around and around the middle thing...and then just put it on a gentle cycle and only a teeny ...
House Cleaner Needed for Grapevine/Colleyville Area
Asked by R.F. from Dallas
on March 15, 2007
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I'm looking for a reasonably priced bi-weekly house cleaner for Grapevine/Colleyville area. I'd prefer at least a duo (at least two people cleaning at once), so it tak...
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- Try Home Cleaning Center of America. They send a team of three and do a great job. I'm not sure about the big dog, but you can certainly ask! :-) ###-###-#### L...
- Hi R. Call my friend Ada she is very good and reliable and has good reasonable rates, she has been doing it for awhile already. Her number is ###-###-####
- Call Wanda @ Spring Breeze ###-###-#### or ###-###-####. We've used them for two years now and they are excellent. We have a 2 lady crew they come every other week on ...
