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My Three Yr Old Doesn't like to Be with Papa
Asked by N.D. from Chicago
on November 27, 2008
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Every time my husband and I are at home with my 3 yr old, she wants to be with me. I know kids can favor one parent over another, but it gets to the point she doesn't ...
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- I felt like I could've written this myself! My daughter behaves exactly as yours does to my husband and it is literally tearing him up inside. I work every Saturday ...
- This is very normal behavior. I read (I think it was Dr. Spock's book) that children usually favor one parent over the other -- and that it will switch back and forth...
- Sadly there is nothing you can do. Just keep trying. My husband used to resent this when my daughter was young. I saw it too. I just kept telling him to not give up...
Seamstress in the Area???
Asked by H.M. from Dallas
on August 1, 2007
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Heya Mama's!!
I am currently looking into the idea of having my gown made and possibly a shirt for my hubby for our vow renewal ceremony. We are wanting to do the r...
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- Hi H....my name is D.. It is nice to meet you. I wanted to respond to your request after reading that one of your children has bipolar disorder. My 15 year old daug...
- I would recommend Mary's Dressmakers in Garland, she is an expert seamstress and is very reasonable. She's done alterations for me and built the bustle for my wedding...
- I sew as much as time allows me ;) I have made several garments for myself and my family, including flower girl dresses and formal wear, also a few renaissance costum...
My Mother Favors My Nephew
Asked by N.B. from Minneapolis
on June 20, 2008
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My mother favors my nephew over my son and it is driving me nuts!!!! My son and nephew are 9 months apart and the Best of Buds.
Whenever I tell my mom about one of ...
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- Definitely say something to your Mom, otherwise it will keep eating away at you. It may not change the situation, but at least you will have had your say. Hopefully,...
- N.--I would definitely say something to your mother. It may or may not help but at least you've tried. I had a similar situation with my mom and my niece. It had go...
- I think that you mother should be told what she is doing, but maybe it might be better if your nephews parents talked to her. She might be more willing to change if so...
Mom Feeling Mistreated by Kids
Asked by B.H. from Detroit
on July 30, 2009
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Hello, Me again. This is my second post in two weeks.
Lately I have been feeling a little down over my 5 and 3 year old. I know this sound crazy but I don't think th...
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- I'm so sorry this is happening to you. This is an opportunity to teach them about RESPECT. No matter how we feel about any person at any given time, you ALWAYS show th...
- B., While this may be just a stage, and ignoring it is an option, I am of another opinion. Childern need to be taught to treat adults,their parents, and others with...
- I think all kids go through this somewhat. When it happened in our family, my husband and I both sat down with my kids and talked to them. We explained how they can ...
Seeking Help with Major Sweating Problem! PLEASE HELP ME, I AM at MY WIT'S END!
Asked by M.M. from Pocatello
on July 30, 2009
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I have a problem with sweating. Lots and lots of sweating. It wouldn't be bad if it just happened when I am working hard, but it happens ALL the time. I keep hanker...
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- I had my acupuncturist help me with my sweating issues, and it worked great. If you need references, feel free to write back:)
- Hi M., I have a friend who had this problem ... I believe hers was more limited to hands and feet, but a doctor diagnosed her with a disorder (sorry, I can't rememb...
- You need to see a doctor. Here is what i found on the internet. there are lots of them. I googled excessive sweating and it brought up a whole page. Good Luck M. ...
Son Is All About Papa
Asked by G.C. from Tucson
on February 18, 2008
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Hi there. Although we have experienced some of this before, in the last couple of weeks, if my husband is around, my 17-month-old son is very clingy with him and want...
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- the good news is that as your son gets older he will be closer to you. that has been my experience with my boys. boys alwasy love their mommas the best. my 3 brothers ...
- based on what you said (and only what you said without other info) it sounds like your son is securely attached to you and has a bit of an anxious attachment to your h...
- Hi G., My son is almost son is almost 4 and he is the same way! I think that he is just a daddys boy, just like my girls are mommas girls (now) it was the same wit...
Inappropriate Behavior by Teacher or Just Sweet?
Asked by L.S. from Philadelphia
on August 14, 2008
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My 6 Y.O. son's music teacher, the other day at class, tells him she is so proud of him and how good he's getting. While saying so, she wells up with tears and just r...
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- The welling up with tears part of your story resonated... A wonderful mentor of mine -also in her 70s- once said "we old ladies are gender neutral" And although it was...
- Being that this is a woman in her 70s, I'm thinking it is nothing to worry about. Just a grandmotherly gesture. I know that women of that age group grew up in a less...
- Some of the responses are a bit alarming to me. I will say -- the women is older, maybe seasoned with life, but writing her off a "old" is rather disrespectful. Ou...
16Yr Old Daughter - Intense Fear of Touch
Asked by H.J. from Albany
on January 4, 2009
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Hi, I have a beautiful 16 year old daughter who has been through many bouts of depression including self injuring and explosive anger. Please don't stop reading - my ...
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- Hi. I have no personal experience with this issue, but one idea popped to my mind immediately. Does she have a pet? I know many hospitals and rehab centers use anim...
- I definitely think contacting her therapist is a good idea - you may want to ask your daughter if she agrees. In the mean time, here's a suggestion you could discuss ...
- I don't have any ideas, but please do keep the lines of communication open with her. Continue to love and support her. You can't help until she communicates with you...
Chasing Boys at the Playground
Asked by C.D. from Boca Raton
on May 17, 2008
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My 14 month old little girl has recently started chasing all the boys around the playground to give them hugs. While she sometimes hugs girls, too, none of which she ...
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- At 14 mos, it is difficult to teach her how to be appropriate. It would probably be best to distract her from the children at the playground by engaginer her in play....
- she is imitating you.... personally I don't believe that popping the hands helps- she is too young to have impulse control- that's what it takes to not do something t...
- It's perfectly appropriate for your baby girl to want to touch things. Remember she is going to mimic what you do in reference to touching things. You are basically ...
Being Naked
Asked by K.N. from Dallas
on May 13, 2009
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My son is almost 4 and LOVES to be naked. He wants to be a superhero and so strips down to his Hulk underware. He loves snuggling, esp naked, loves naked hugs while ...
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- Just teach him naked time is at home. I think he needs to spend more naked "man" time with dad when he really notices that you're different from him. Good for you for ...
- I am so glad you asked this question! I have a 3 year old boy that does the same thing and I was getting concerned about it but did not want to ask for fear of CPS or ...
- I only know one person who spells her name the way you do! I graduated from Jenks with her- if this is you, write me back! As far as naked is concerned - once my d...
