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Sensitive Son
Asked by S.M. from Dallas
on May 5, 2008
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I would like to know from other moms who have dealt with a son who has not ever connected with his father, how do you teach your son to be strong and resilient and not...
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- Hi S., This is a hard situtation, I have the opposite situtation were my husband favors our son over or daughter. I would recommend some counseling for you, and maybe...
- Hi S., I had a son who had an absent father due to divorce - my ex never hardly saw him, but would take his older brother. It broke my heart when his dad picked up hi...
- Two words, Martial Arts. Find a good teacher who is as sensitive as your son is, in a non-competitive atmosphere. It can build self-confidence, athleticism, as well a...
Should I Let the Kids at My Daughters School Know She Has Asperger Syndrome?
Asked by D.W. from Detroit
on April 27, 2007
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I was told last year that my daughter has asperger syndrome. It is high functioning autism in case anyone don't know. I know I had never heard of it before. I had been...
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- D., I am a mother of one child who is 7 who has aspergers and a son who is 10 who is autistic. Frist of all I want to say how wonderful you are! I know all to well w...
- I am a daycare provider, different than a teacher but also working with kids. Personally I think that if your daughter is 15 then maybe ask her what she wants to do wi...
- Hi D., Yes, you should share this with the school and children. We are in the Clarkston school district, which is very well known for their excellence in dealing wit...
My 15 Month Old Son Hates to Have His Hair Washed Now! What to Do!
Asked by M.H. from Miami
on May 13, 2008
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he is so sensitive about anything on his head. he pulls hats off immediately and he gets very upset when i try to gently pour even a small amount of water over his he...
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- My little guy was the same way-you might try to stick fun, silly or colorful stickers to the ceiling, or just distract him with a toy. My sister-in-law tried a waterin...
- I agree with the other mom - my son loved to have his bath and hair washed until he was about 18months. I finally figured out that he wanted to pour the water over hi...
- Let him do it........Let him "play" with water when it's not bath time such as a water table or a small kiddies pool....sometimes the kids just need to be in control a...
Looking for Help in Starting a New Way of Eating - Gluten Free!
Asked by J.R. from Chicago
on January 12, 2009
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Hi moms. I just found out through blood test that I am sensitive to several foods. Gluten, (wheat, oats, flour, etc), soy, garlic and turkey to name a few. I would rea...
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- My daughter had some markers, but we found out she did not have Celiac's, so we are not completely gluten-free here, but do try to cut down (and eliminated it while we...
- Personally, I would test them if there's any chance of celiac. My niece has it (diagnosed at 3 because a family member had it so they tested) and the diet is MUCH more...
- Hi J., I know this is going to be a bit of a transition, changing your diet. You might do better on a vegetarian-type diet. I can help you heal up your gut too. ...
Is It the Lactose Base in Formula My Infant Is Reacting To?
Asked by C.S. from New York
on December 11, 2008
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I have a 4.5 month old who has had issues with very sensitive stomach and GERD. He seems to be a bit sensitive to things I eat and I think he is sensitive to milk pro...
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- I would see an allergist. My daughter is allergic to milk, eggs and soy. So just cutting milk may not be the answer. also, try a non hyperalogenic formula, see if t...
- C., It may be that your baby is reacting to the DHA/ARA which is added to the formula. If you Google Cornucopia report you will find more information on this. Basic...
- get a referral to an allergist. I think GERD is often mistaken for allergies. My son was diagnosed at 6 month with allergies with a skin test. He was exclusively bre...
Bad Attitude "Nothing's Ever Fun!"
Asked by S.L. from Boise
on August 16, 2009
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My husband is terribly pessimistic. I used to think it was his way of being funny, but, well, turns out he's serious. He complains constantly, too.
It seems to be gen...
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- Hi, S.. A couple thoughts jump to mind. First, gene pools are weird and strong. I see similiar phraseology of my kids, husband, and his family, too (more on that in...
- Pessimism is a learned behavior, but it still passes through family, because that's the environment. And I agree that you want to keep your boys from learning it. It's...
- My husband is not the same but similar he doesn’t what to do anything but once out doing something he enjoys himself. Your boys may be watching your husband and bel...
Advice on Mixing Water with Formula
Asked by S.K. from Dallas
on August 15, 2009
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My daughter has a severe milk allergy and has been on amino acid formula since she was 6 weeks old. I've been using Gerber Pure water to mix with it since I'm not sur...
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- As someone else mentioned, the BPA is only a problem with the container is heated. She said dishwasher, but don't forget it is a problem in the microwave too. If ...
- Hi! I have a son and he has a sensitive stomach, since he is 4 weeks old he is in special formula, I did not like Gerber water, I used (and still using, my son is 4 a...
- Hi S., Bottled, boiled or straight from the tap? These are just a few of the choices new moms are faced with when it comes to preparing infant formula. Which is saf...
Three Year Constantly Asking If I Am Mad at Him
Asked by L.D. from Modesto
on August 12, 2009
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I have three kids and the youngest of all three of them is three years old. Everytime he gets a time out, or I raise my voice or talk stern to him he gets upset then w...
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- Perhaps you can say "I always love you and I am always happy with you, I just an not happy with..." and insert whatever the behavior is. Maybe try and beat him to the ...
- Try explaining that you are upset about his actions not him personally. That might make him separate the punishment he is given for his actions smd the feelings you h...
- From a 3 year old child's perspective, the purpose of time-out (or anything he does for that matter) is to make you happy. He sees the value of your love as you are t...
Help with Sunburns
Asked by P.G. from Salt Lake City
on June 18, 2009
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My son got terribly sunburned. He is a redhead and his skin is sensitive. He is 10 and didn't listen to my warning. His shoulders are blistered and his back is red. Th...
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- My redhead is only 5 so Mama still sunscreens him up-even his hair. Maybe sunscreening him up next time yourself will help him remember that if he doesn't do it, Mommy...
- echo here get an aloe vera plant that is already large in size so you can cut pieces off of it and rub that on the burn. its the best thing you can do. if you don't li...
- Hi P.- I just wanted to offer a thought more for the future. I got a burn like this as a teenager and you are really going to have to watch his back and shoulders i...
Seeking Advice on How to Cope with an Overbearing Mom Friend.
Asked by S.C. from Boston
on July 23, 2008
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I have a circle of friends, all of whom I enjoy very much. One of my "Mom Friends" can be very overbearing. I find her to be particularly frustrating when our entire c...
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- First off - I think we all have a friend like that. There are many ways to handle it and you need to choose what is best for you. My advise is for anyone's bad habit...
- Hi S. - OMG I used to be that person. I can tell you this, there really is no direct way to tell her how offensive her behavior is to you and the group. For me, the li...
- I know how youfeel but with me it's my family(mother) we don't mean to interupt but we come from a large family(8 kids) and we kind of need to shout to be heard. We in...
