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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...
Baby Swing Usage
Asked by D.G. from San Francisco
on January 10, 2009
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How long should your 2 or 3 month old stay in the baby swing?
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- I think it is all personal choice. I have a 6 month old who up until last week took all of her naps in her swing & she slept in the cosleeper for the full night. From ...
- Hi D., I assume you mean length of time and not age (as some people here have interpreted it). Once our daughter was about 3 months we had her always out of her swing...
- If your baby is happy in the swing, then as long as he or she wants!
Baby Questions
Asked by L.B. from Dallas
on March 30, 2007
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My 12 day old baby loves the swing and her vibrating bouncy seat. I am a first time mom...how long is okay for them to be in these things???? Also on bottles do most...
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- L., I hope I'm not too late to get this piece of info to you. My son spent lots of time in his swing. To protect his head, we bought a product made by Boppy called ...
- My swing saved my life! Babies at that age can't really do anything as far a playing so don't worry. Just make sure the head is supported. One peice of advise though, ...
- My youngest slept in his swing and bouncy most of the time throughout the day. He LOVED it. AS far for the nipples make sure the nipple and nipple hole is not to bi...
Need Help Getting 9 Month Old to Nap in Crib
Asked by J.S. from Orlando
on August 30, 2008
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My 9 month old son will only sleep in his swing for his naps. I know that I am to blame for this since we got the swing for him when he was 1 month and used it quite ...
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- Hi, J., This might sound a bit trite, but consistency is always the best 'medicine,' particularly for very small children like yours. I remember the sleepless nig...
- Have you try sleeping in a swing yourself? Isn't nice? It is so gentle, so smooth. What is wrong with it?
- Hi J., Don't sweat the small stuff :) If your boy is napping well in the swing I wouldn't worry about switching him to his crib. My son (who is now 6) I was so anal...
Summer Camp Activities for a 5-Year Old???
Asked by M.V. from Houston
on April 18, 2009
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Does anyone happen to know of someplace that offers some sort of summer camp for 5-year olds? I just registered my 11-year old at the Discovery College but I have one...
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- There is a Ymca branch in Cypress on 249 that has a lot of summer programs for all ages.
- Check out Crossbridge Christian Church preschool. They are doing several summer camp activities. They are located on West Road just west of Hwy 6. A.
- You might call your neighborhood YMCA. I'm pretty sure they have summer day programs for 5 year olds, and their fees are usually pretty reasonable.
Childrens Outdoor Playsets-outdoor Swing Set
Asked by T.G. from Phoenix
on March 6, 2009
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Hi Moms,
Does anyone know where a good place is to purchase a Outdoor Playset-outdoor swing set for toddlers at a decent price?
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- Hi T., I don't know if you are looking for those really big one's or what but my mom got hers at Rainbow something (can't remember exactly but you can google it) on Do...
- check www.craigslist.com (maybe org??) Anyhow...it's the best. I buy and sell all my stuff on there!!
- Costco and Costco online has them. Costco membership gives you cash back.....one advantage. Also they have an awesome return, exchange policy. I just saw some in th...
A Spoiled Baby Girl!
Asked by D.B. from Los Angeles
on September 3, 2008
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I have a 7 week old that wants to be held all the time. My kids 14, 8, & 5 were home with me for the summer, so the baby got held a lot. Now that they are back in scho...
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- Hi D., At 7 weeks a baby cannot be spoiled. A pat on the back isn't going to cut it. She needs to be fed every 3 or so hours and needs to be held when she want to b...
- The BEST thing about babies is that they are very easily retrained with a little bit of love and patience. :o) Right now she needs to know you're there. So, spend s...
- My second son was wanted me to hold him all the time. I used a "snuggley" baby holder while I did my household chores. She sounds like she is needs to be close right...
Getting a 5 Month Old to Nap
Asked by M.P. from New York
on July 8, 2008
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I was hoping I could get some suggestions from some moms out there. I have a beautiful 5 month old daughter who has always been a great sleeper during the day and at n...
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- It sounds to me that she's not getting enough sleep at night. 8-9 sounds a little light. In the Weissbluth book he make the point that "sleep begets sleep". My ...
- Your situation sounds the same as what my SIL went through with her twin boys...It took her a long time to get them to sleep in their cribs but by the time they were o...
- She may be ready to eliminate one nap. My son was never a great napper - still isn't. He would take 3 1/2 hour naps a day, then 2 & now I am down to 1! Sometimes...
How Should I Apporach This...
Asked by T.B. from Dallas
on April 29, 2009
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We have had our nanny for about 4 months and she is great with the kids and the kids love her. When she first broke something, I thought "accidents happen" and told h...
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- Make a list like you would for a child and tell her what all needs put up, taken care of etc, and that this responsibility goes with the job. do you think the kids do ...
- If you want to keep her as a nanny, let her know that from now on, whatever she breaks will be taken out of her checks. If it continues though, let her know you will...
- You need to talk to her about it. I am a nanny and the worst thing is when you feel like you can't have open, honest conversations with the parents and vice versa. P...
Baby Bouncer Seat Versus a Swing
Asked by L.M. from Dallas
on April 20, 2009
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I received a Baby Bouncer seat as well as a swing for my newborn baby as a shower gift. Would you suggest I keep both or do they do the same thing? I'm under the und...
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- I have 4 children. My first 2 loved the swing and used to fall asleep in it. My third loved the bouncer without the vibration because he could sit and see everything. ...
- I used both. The bounce seat i didnt use as long but i could take it from room to room very easily and on the road. The swing i wouldnt live without. I used it fore...
- We used the swing for in the kitchen and other rooms to help pacify while cooking or doing dishes, cleaning etc.. We used the bouncy seat to put them in front of the ...
