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Death at a Young Age
Asked by E.M. from Orlando
on October 20, 2006
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As everyone must know by now, about the stabbing death the occurred yesterday of the 15 year boy Michael Nieves. Well, my son seems to be taking this hard. Last night ...
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- Hello. The best thing that I can say to you is let him deal with it like he wants. As people, we all handle death in different ways. Some people deal with it “better...
- Hello E., I have worked in a school district and when a tragedy like this occurs the school district has the guida...
- i know you must be a little scared right now and worried for your son, however the best thing you and your family can do for him is to talk, talk, talk. even if he se...
How to Set Boundaries with Parents and In-laws: Food
Asked by J.L. from San Francisco
on July 27, 2009
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My husband and I have had some frustrations with establishing good eating habits with our toddler son. He's 2 years 8 mos. We just started reading some of Ellyn Satter...
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- Month long visits? That's awfully long. Is it possible to have shorter visits, but more of them? Even 2 visits of 2 weeks would be better. You have a tough situati...
- Dear J., Grandparents, especially those who only see the kids and grandkids a couple of times each year (if that), naturally want to do for and spoil their family a...
- As a Mom of four children, day care provider for 36 years, and have yearly trainings with the state food program and a college class of in cooking and feeeing children...
Grief
Asked by K.B. from Las Vegas
on April 8, 2008
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I lost my 22 year old daughter to a tragic accident 2 and a half years ago. She was the 4th of 5 kids. I still cry every time I think about her. I miss her so much ...
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- K., I cannot even imagine how you must feel however, I experience anxiety and depression daily especially now due to post pardum depression therefore, the only advi...
- Hi K.: I pray that God would give you the strength and comfort to get through this season of your life. May He touch your heart, mind and soul. I pray for a relea...
- My best friend lost her daughter at birth and she joined a group called HeartFelt. Google them and see if there is a local chapter for you. It takes time. My mom d...
Friend Is Divorcing and Taking Her Husband to the Cleaners
Asked by S.S. from Atlanta
on June 16, 2008
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My friendship with *Lisa* has been pretty good for about 12 years. She was my maid-of-honor. Now she is cheating on her husband with his best friend. Then she tells me...
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- Try not to focus on her and focus on yourself. Or if you are good friends, tell her the truth about how you feel. Thats what friends do. I think she might not complete...
- If the man has a good lawyer, she probably will not get what she is hoping for. And, I'm sure in the long run her cheating lifestyle will not bring her happiness. It...
- While I think "lifetime friends" are a sweet thought, I think there are times that friends are friends for a season. It hurts, but you have wonderful memories of her....
Seeking Grief Help
Asked by N.H. from Raleigh
on August 21, 2008
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My adult brother recently passed away from an accidental drug overdose. My parents have been through the wringer with him for the past 15 years. They are having grea...
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- I don't know of any support groups personally, I just wanted to express my condolences to you and your family. I can't imagine the immense pain of losing a child/broth...
- I'm sorry to hear about your family's loss. Check out griefshare.org and click on Find a Group. There you will be able to locate a GriefShare group in your area. It's ...
- Here are a few sources: http://www.tripastoralcounseling.org/ http://www.dukehealth.org/events/CounselingAndSupport
Looking for an Awesome Accupuncturist/herbalist
Asked by J.W. from Los Angeles
on September 22, 2008
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Hi :) I live in Laguna Niguel, CA and I am looking for some type of alternative medicine, accupunture, or herbal medicine (doctor included)... whatever... to help me ...
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- Hi J., Did you ever find someone to help you with your hair loss? If not, contact me. I'm your neighbor in Laguna Niguel and, I'm a business coach working with ...
- Please accept my condolances on the loss of your beloved Nana. I cannot overstate how highly I think of my accupunturist. She is very well educated (Biola), talented...
- I have a great doctor to recommend - Dr. Kathie Albertson. http://www.orangecountyacupuncture.com/ She's in Irvine (Irvine Center Drive & Lake Forest near the 5 fr...
Grief
Asked by S.K. from Tulsa
on March 25, 2008
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I am a 38 year old mother of an 11 year old daughter and 3 weeks ago we lost my husband, her father to a sudden serious illness. I am so worried about my grief keepin...
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- Dear S.: Even though I lead a ministry that provides support to families caring for children left parentless due to criminality, grief is grief no matter what was t...
- My heart goes out to you at this time. I live in Tulsa and I know that there are many grief counselors here. St Francis Hospital might be able to assist you. I beli...
- S., first i would like to tell you how very sorry i am for your lose. i my self have lost (not my husband) i lost my sister and my best friend. She was 34 years old.he...
Dealing with Miscarriage
Asked by R.B. from Grand Rapids
on December 11, 2008
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Hello Moms,
I guess I am seeking advice and comfort from other women who have suffered from a miscarriage. This past Monday, at 10 1/2 weeks pregnant, I suffered a m...
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- I'm so sorry for your loss. I too had miscarriages. I believe it's more common than we think. I don't think that you have to have to have it together. It's okay t...
- I'm afraid I don't have any advice for you but I just wanted to give you my sympathies. I am so sorry for your loss and I can't imagine what you must be going through...
- Dear R., I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your baby. I will be praying that the Lord would comfort you, surround you with His presence and be your comfort and ...
Grief Counseling
Asked by H.L. from Dallas
on April 28, 2008
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On April 22nd my sweet 31 year old brother had an aneurysm in his heart and died. He had been very healthy and there were no signs or symptoms that this would happen....
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- H., I'm so sorry for your loss and could say alot of things to try to make you feel better.I've been though this so many times and I guess the most important thing I c...
- H., I am sorry to hear about your brother. I lost my brother when he was 22 and I was 20. It is very hard. Time does heal. You will always have the good memories....
- You don't say where you are from. If you live in the Fort Worth, TX area, there is a wonderful place to go to. It is called the Warm Place. I don't know the exact a...
How to Help My Friend Who Just Lost Her 5 Day Old Baby?
Asked by L.G. from Minneapolis
on February 24, 2009
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I just got the news that my friends new baby which was just born at the end of last week had died in her sleep. I'm planning on going to the funeral, which I assume w...
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- When I miscarried the best thing anyone ever said to me was "I'm sorry" and then gave me a great big hug. Tell her your sorry and tell her if she ever needs to talk y...
- I would imagine just you being there for her would mean so much, but if you feel you must do more, I think a small token, such as a pair of earrings with the baby's bi...
- I lost my first child Josephine...it was hands down the most terrible thing I've ever experienced in my life. At the time non of my friends had children, and most wer...
