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Ready to Loss Weight!
Asked by K.M. from Richmond
on October 2, 2008
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Hi Moms out there! I am so ready to lose weight and be able to fit back into my sexy clothes again. I feel fat and very uncomfortable. I don't know how I let myself do...
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- I have lived most of my life on a diet. I've tried WW, Southbeach, Atkins, etc. and have been successful on all of them. However, after a year or two, I go back to m...
- Hi Raina, Check out http://sparkpeople.com/. It is a free web site that has a ton of resourses like nutrition trackers, exercise videos, artcles, and very active fo...
- do you live near Reisterstown Md? I would love to have an exercise partner.
P90 X ??? Stripper Dancing Workout?
Asked by M.B. from Kansas City
on August 12, 2009
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Hi Moms,
Has anyone tried these? Do you love them, hate them, were they worth the money? I'm trying to find something new for a motivation boost. I've done the gym ...
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- I've taken the chair dance classes and felt they were a great workout. I planning on going back when I have more time in the Fall. I also want to try the pole dance ...
- I haven't tried it, but I do really like Pilates. The key is to get a good instructor. If you get bored easily, my suggestion is to mix it up more. I was doing classes...
- Hi M.: I LOVE LOVE LOVE my P90X! Love it! It is an incredible program and I've gotten several others into the program as well! You have to be dedicated for it to ...
Couch to 5 K
Asked by L.B. from Philadelphia
on May 26, 2009
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I am looking for motivation from other mom's who were able to get into shape. I have two young children, 1 and 2 y.o. and work full time. The madness of my daily lif...
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- Dear L., as a mom of 2 boys, 13 months and 2 1/2 yr old, that works full time I feel your pain! Prior to children I was able to work out for as long and as often as I...
- I have been using www.nutrimirror.com . It has afood and exercise log. You type in what you have eaten for each day and what exercise you have done. Good luck
- Dear L. B, I don't know if my story will help to motivate you or not... ( I honestly feel no one else can motivate you, it must come from within!) This August wi...
Lack of Motivation
Asked by R.M. from San Francisco
on August 5, 2008
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I have a 7 year old boy who is very intelligent and bright. He however lacks any motivation to do anything except watch TV and go to the movies. I have him resgistered...
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- Something that I tried with my sons was "The Ticket Game". Rather than being a reward system per-se...it is an earning system. They learn the value of money, saving,...
- Some kids are just less motivated. So just keep pushing/forcing him to do things. I have found that more than 2 extracurricular activities can be a little much thoug...
- Turn off the TV until the kids go to bed, it ruins their creativity. They shouldn't need a reward system for doing chores. Only doing something extra special. Ask him ...
Mom Seeking Advise on Motivation
Asked by F.F. from Dallas
on May 2, 2008
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Hi,
I wanted to know if anyone had any ideas on how to motivate a 19yrs old child. My son is about to graduate from High School. I never had him work during school...
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- Hi F., You can also balance the 2 types of advice you're getting, and have him take care of his own spending money, cell phone, car payments, etc., plus a small amo...
- Don't give him any money. Tell him its fine if he doesn't want to work, but let him know you won't be paying for his summer fun. If he wants movie/gas/whatever money...
- Here are 2 cool jobs he might be interested in...the Colleyville Chamber has an opening for a full-time events and programs Coordinator and Nestle in Colleyville is lo...
How to Get a Gifted Teenager to Do Daily homework..additional Info
Asked by M.S. from Wichita
on February 6, 2008
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Thank you Linda M for your suggestion.... A couple of things that I think I should add to my earlier request for advice is that when I say my son is gifted I mean that...
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- I have two suggestions. First, statistics show that nagging results in a 25% DECREASE in response so try communicating with your son in a different way...use a creati...
- Sounds like you have tried a lot. My son plays sports at school, don't know how interested he is in that, but they do have to keep grades in all classes to be able to...
- IS he not doing the work because it bores him. If so can he be put in a grade ahead or advice lessons. You need to found a way to force him to work for his grades. or...
Potty Training Son
Asked by A.D. from Honolulu
on November 4, 2008
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Hello there. I have been potty training my 38 month son for about 4 months. He had a hard time starting up. We tried a lot of things to get him into it. I guess we...
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- I had the same problem with my daughter. I found that when they do that they are no quite ready, don't give up when they want to do it they will. What helped with me w...
- My son did the same thing and lost motivation. We had the same issues with our son at the same age (around 3-3 1/2). Be patient and consistent. They already know ho...
- Hi A., Wow--I'm sorry you've received some negative comments. This site is supposed to be about support, after all... Anyway--I agree with the majority of moms ...
Let It Go or Get Serious?
Asked by N.G. from Champaign
on February 27, 2008
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My 10 year old daughter is slipping in accelerated math. She has struggled with it for 2 years-it's required in our school in addition to her regular math class which ...
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- Enlist her input in the solution. Does she want help in the form of a tutor, your helping her with her studies or maybe she's trying to tell you something. I have 3 ...
- Chill Mama! It sounds like whatever you are doing, you are doing it right. Your daughter is a people pleaser. I have one like that too. They will sacrifice to make ot...
- I think she needs some pressure taken off of her. When I read your post, I thought of myself in high school. My mom always pressured me to get good grades, and I res...
Just Alittle Sisterly Advice Please
Asked by R.L. from Sacramento
on January 15, 2007
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I am a mother of 3 boys and i have been married for almost 10 years with alot of ups and downs, the last 2 years were bad. we are now seperated for the 2nd time in the...
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- Based on his past behaviour I say his man is not able to change. Quoting Dr. Phil, "he doesn't get it." meaning he doesn't understand how to have a good relationship...
- How can there even be a question! Dump him and get an education, so your sons will grow up to be decent human beings that wont treat women like dogs. J.
- Hello, I don't think Staying for the children is ever a good idea, Seeing there parents unhappy together is worse than having them happy apart. If you feel you've ...
Frustrated!
Asked by J.H. from Minneapolis
on August 6, 2008
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I'm so frustrated and I'm looking for support and advice....I can't seem to get anything done and I'm tired of having my husband think I'm lazy! I'm currently 28 week...
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- good gosh you are pregnant!!!! If you can afford a cleaning service to come in once a week your husband should understand. Once the baby is born you will feel better,...
- I'm sorry I'm in the same boat almost. I'm a SAHM and can't get anything done so I have no idea how you work on top of things. I too am due end of October. I'm exhaust...
- J., I'm a SAHM of 3 young boys, I work part time in the evenings, and volunteer for a womens' organization. I understand being busy and stressed. I also hate having a...
