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Custody of 7 Month Old
Asked by H.C. from San Diego
on August 2, 2007
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My son's father and I have decided to no longer be together after a year and a half of trying to work things out. (we are not married) We have a 7 month old son, and ...
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- At this age, he definitely needs to spemd a majority of his time with you, and the court will back you up on that. You and your ex will probably be required to attend ...
- hey H., I do understand that you both are not married. So the good thing about this if you think of it is that you will not need a divorce lawyer. But I do suggest to...
- I'm sorry you are going through this. I personally think your son is too young to be seperated from you, especially since he is still nursing. Having him every other...
"Concerned Aunt"
Asked by C.S. from Phoenix
on April 7, 2008
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I need some advice....I'm worried about my niece and nephew (my brothers kids). Mainly my niece. My brother and ex-sister-n-law fight alot infront of the kids and pl...
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- My opinion, do some research and find out what you would or could do, if you were to take action. Don't jump in blind, it will be worse for her in the long run. Knowin...
- Absolutely DO NOT give up on helping those kids!!! They are victims, and you need to be their advocate! Yes, you are having a hard time with this, but they are LIVIN...
- Be there for those kids. They need you! I wish my sister was as involved with my kids as you are! Stand up for them, they are your family, they need someone to prot...
Advice on Encouraging Toddler to Sit Up...
Asked by K.D. from Washington DC
on December 17, 2007
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Hi, I Have a 19 month old daughter who is still not walking or sitting unsupported. She receives physical therapy once every week and will be getting occupational the...
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- My daughter is 18 months and has Down syndrome, and while she's been sitting up for nearly a year, she still is not walking. It's wonderful that you're getting the ph...
- My advice based on my experience working with my 15-month old who is walking is lots and lots of tummy time. She may complain, but get down on the floor with her and e...
- I have a friend whose daughter has low tone. She is just a little bit older than your daughter, and faces the same challenges. Her Physical Therapist gave her exercise...
Seeking Help on How to Discipline 11 Year Old Boy Geting in Trouble at School
Asked by J.M. from Richmond
on March 17, 2008
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I have an 11 year old boy (will be 12 in May) who is in 6th grade and has been in constant trouble at school for being disruptive in class and rude to his teachers. H...
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- I have a son who just turned 11 and I have had that problem in the past. My son's biological father is no where around but my current boyfriend has been a really good ...
- He may be bored. My children go to public school & do fine but I have found, particularly with my 8 yr old son, that "acting out" equates to finishing his work too so...
- Take what he loves most away from him. Again, show him the proper way to behave in order to get it back. As a family group stick to your decision of action. Breath, it...
This Is a Big One
Asked by B.H. from Dallas
on September 9, 2007
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OK Moms... you've given me such great advice and info in the past, this is the first place I thought to ask this question.
My husband has a 16 y/o daughter from a p...
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- Hi B., What a great stepmom you are! I'm sure your whole family is in for some major adjustments but it sounds like you have the greatest attitude to tackle some of...
- Call Loveless & Loveless in Denton, TX. They do Marriage and Family Law and they are great. Vicki is the Legal Assistant, we went to school together, and she will te...
- You will be all this little irl needs. A loving mother and nurturer. As far as the legal process, I'm not sure. I would contact either Greg Abbot's office (which is th...
Soon to Be Separated, Need Advice on Custody
Asked by M.P. from Williamsport
on November 17, 2006
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Hi, My husband and I are trying to work out what days we have our children. He has different days off each week and wants to keep the children overnight on those days ...
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- I very much agree with the last response. Make plans and keep yourself busy when the kids aren't with you. Take care of yourself.
- Well, I'm a single parent and I know it is hard when my son's father wants to keep my son during the school week which will be impossible for him since he lives in Mar...
- my fiance and i separated for a little while and that was the hardest part was separating her.... its an adjustment for everyone... which i am sure you both have thoug...
How Can I Help My Parents to Take Care of Their Finances?
Asked by P.P. from Dallas
on March 9, 2008
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Hi mommies, I'll try to make this short eventhough it's such a long story.
I'm a 32 married woman and we have a 6 year-old. My parents divorced 12 years ago after t...
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- I have to agree with the previous response. I hope that I don't sound offensive but I have to say that your parents are responsible adults who should be able to deal w...
- I know it may sound harsh, but your parents are acting like teenagers...unless your parents are much older or ill...you should not feel that you have to care for them ...
- Hello, I have had to deal with my mom in this manner for most of my life. Through time, I have learned (and due to a wise husband who also had the same issue with h...
Son with Sudden Behavioral Problems
Asked by D.S. from Dallas
on October 7, 2008
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Hello moms. Been here before and i have gotten great advice before. I am currently deployed overseas and my son just recently started 3rd grade. I was home on emergenc...
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- sounds to me like he is rebelling against your being gone. Perhaps he is feeling abandoned. He's 8yrs old... kids really need their parents around. From what you have ...
- First off: Thank you. I am, comfortably living my life with my 3rd grader, due in large part to what you are sacrificing to keep our country safe. You must be a very g...
- I want to thank you for serving overseas! I appreciate all that you do to keep us safe here at home. I imagine your son's attitude is a combination of his missing ...
Relationship Advice
Asked by A.G. from Dallas
on July 10, 2008
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My husband and I have been going through such a hard time since the beginning of our marriage. We have tried everything to fix our relationship, but it seems that not...
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- I would only add that "happy" is not just a state of being, it takes effort, commitment, and a desire to give. In our culture we grow up with the notion that Love=Rom...
- I, too, recommend counseling. I also recommend the book, "How to be Cherished, A Guide to Having the Love You Desire" by Marilyn Graman and Maureen Walsh. I have don...
- A. - I think many people go through a difficult time in their marriage at some point, and many times it is in the beginning, especially when children come. From what ...
