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[ - ] I know according to the fashion police we are not to wear shorts in the summer (I violate the rule quite often), but what about men in NYC? What are they supposed to wear? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.21.08, 04:36 PM Flag
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my dh wears pants, no shorts, like to work or casual? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:38 PM Flag
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casual. dh is sahd [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:00 PM Flag
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he can wear shorts. jcrew makes nice ones for casual wear [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:05 PM Flag
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who cares? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:39 PM Flag
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both dh and I wear shorts. dh works in an incredibly casual office, so wears shorts, tevas and a polo shirt. we dress nicely, stylish. but comfort is key in the heat. i tend to prefer skirts and dresses in the summer over shorts though [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:40 PM Flag
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Why can't we wear shorts in the summer? Are we supposed to wear them in the winter? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:40 PM Flag
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I'd never put anyone through seeing me in shorts! But I see plenty of women wearing them and they look great. I don't think at work though. and guys are tough, sometimes their shorts selections are so gay looking! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:56 PM Flag
[ - ] just found out today (thanks dh) that we're hosting a group of friends at our house this weekend. total of 8 adults and 8 children! and i have things planned pretty much every day this week, so not much time to prepare. suggestions??? please help!!! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:36 PM Flag
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Prepare breakfast in advance, french toast bake or egg & sausauge bake that you can prepare the night before. Have the kids make pizzas -have dough, sauce (easy from a jar) toppings. It'll occupy them & feed them. Lots of movies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:39 PM Flag
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They are staying in your home? I'd probably BBQ on Friday night, serve quiches I bought premade/grapes & watermellon/bakery danish for bfst, go out for the day to a fun destination or do a pizza lunch and make DH figure out dinner Sat. night (mine would bring in catered Mexican), out to favorite bfast place on Sunday morning. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:40 PM Flag
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^^^for bbq I'd do hot dogs for kids and steaks for adults, salad, baked potatoes, corn (there is almost no prepwork involved). You can buy salsa, guacamole, etc for appetizer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:43 PM Flag
[ - ] Need help with discipline. My ds just turned one. I feel like he's too young to really understand discipline, but I do everything I can think of (sternly tell him no, pick him up and remove him from a situation, etc.) 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:34 PM Flag
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Kids need and understand discipline at every age. It depends on the type of discipline. Saying no and removing him from the situation is good. Also explain why and offer other things for him to do. I know you think he won't understand but keep explaining and saying no. They understand a whole lot more than we might think [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:46 PM Flag
[ - ] Need help with discipline. My ds just turned one. I feel like he's too young to really understand discipline, but I do everything I can think of (sternly tell him no, pick him up and remove him from a situation, etc.) 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:34 PM Flag
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^^^ sorry - posted too soon. Anyways... I feel like he's getting sort of bratty. I know he's only one, but do you have any suggestions? Example, what do I do when he starts screaming for no reason except that he's pissed off or bored in the middle of the supermarket? Just deal with it or get out of there, or can I actually influence him at this point? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:36 PM Flag
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mine is the same at 10 months, i try distraction a lot, like always have something to distract from the bratty screaming, i do the stern "no" etc., i feel like he has no clue what i'm saying [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:39 PM Flag
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You can't influence his behavior at this point. Distract and remove him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:51 PM Flag
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Thanks. At what age can you start to influence them? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:54 PM Flag
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The only thing they understand is a swat on the ass. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:41 PM Flag
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At one? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:42 PM Flag
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Yes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:43 PM Flag
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then how can you tell them not to hit other kids? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:46 PM Flag
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They'll understand. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:47 PM Flag
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Did you actually do this with your kids or were you one of the ladies glaring at me in the supermarket tonight? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:53 PM Flag
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Exactly. Hitting him and telling him not to hit others is very confusing to a child at that age. If you're in the supermarket give him different groceries to hold. Go at a time when he is well fed and not too tired so he won't be so cranky. Offer snacks if he'll take them. Distract him by pointing to all the different things in the store. I used to sing songs and talk to my daughter about things I was buying. This seemed to really distract her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:50 PM Flag
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try to remember not to be angry at him. his just trying to find his way. this doesn't mean that you should let him do whatever he want because you don't want him to be a brat that's not a nice way to be. Just use gentle distractions and see what works every kid is different. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:55 PM Flag
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At what point to you switch from distracting him to enforcing a one minute time out, or something along those lines? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:57 PM Flag
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I won't use time out till he is at least 2. But every child is different my 3 yo ds doesn't respond at all to time out so I've had to be creative. Just get to know ds and see what works. keep trying different things till you find something. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:04 PM Flag
[ - ] I am a stay at home mom and have been for 3 years. My dd will be starting preschool in the fall. 3 days for 3 hours. I am looking to go back to work but don't know what I could do for such short hours. I need to earn $300 a week to cover the cost of dd preschool. I'm willing to find childcare for more hours if needed. Does anyone have any suggestions? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:34 PM Flag
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what did u do before sahm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:40 PM Flag
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I worked in a presentation center at investment backs (using powerpoint, word, excel etc.) I also modeled. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:42 PM Flag
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Skip the preschool and save the $$$. You can teach the kid to color with crayons and play with Play-Doh on your own. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:43 PM Flag
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This school offers alot more than that. The kids her age can write they're letters, are learning French, math, science and Bible. It's well worth the money. It's actually cheaper than a lot of other private preschools. The school goes up to 8th grade so I'm glad she's starting now because she can stay in the same school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:55 PM Flag
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can you work at the school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:56 PM Flag
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Yes three hours a week volunteer at the school is required for all parents, but thats not bringing in any money [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:58 PM Flag
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sometimes you can find a job at the school that will get you a break on tution and pay you $. they may need a teaching assis. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:06 PM Flag
[ - ] any recs for marriage counseling in NYC? we have united healthcare. tia 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.21.08, 04:31 PM Flag
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I'd recommend not doing it, that seems harsh, but my ex-dh and I went to several counselors and they all seemed like quacks. But Good Luck to you. We wasted a lot of time and money. If you are both 100% comitted to making the marriage work, then try, but if one of you is on the fence or already knows they don't want to be there it is a waste. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:39 PM Flag
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thanks for your honesty. neither of us are on the fence. i'm just sick and tired of some of the sh*t I have to deal with that never changes... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:41 PM Flag
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we went to one that was social worker that didn't work for us, then found psychologist that was great, just shop around, don't stay with anyone you dislike, sorry i have no recs, i was not in nyc at the time, you can always look up united and find who they have listed, pick ones close to you and try them out [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:43 PM Flag
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np: I think it's a great idea. We've been doing it for years now and we're still together. An imperfect union, but at least we're both still trying our best. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:44 PM Flag
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Then try it, I wouldn't recommend the few we went to because they really were quacks...for example my ex dh, would call the cops when we fought, although he was the violent one, I am in Law Enforcement so he knew it would get me in trouble (could have gotten me fired), instead of the therapist telling him not to do that, she'd say to me that I was completely capable of getting a different job if I got fired. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:48 PM Flag
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either look up aamft and compare their list to your insurance or contact ackerman or minuchin institutes for referrals. counseling can be helpful, but there are a lot of quacks out there-do a fair amt of homework before committing to someone [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:42 PM Flag
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go to ackerman-its the best in nyc for marital. i am in the field. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:57 PM Flag
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ackerman is amazing, i'm in the field, not ackerman trained, but i know people that have been greatly helped by these therapists [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:00 PM Flag
[ - ] db is almost four months old and it looks like he's growing out of 6-9 month old onesies, is this normal?!! 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:26 PM Flag
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Yes. Some kids grow faster. My dd was always beyond 100 percentile for height and 70th for weight. Now she is 8 and a little on the tall side and still healthy slender. This is the first year she is wearing "her age". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:27 PM Flag
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wow! thanks :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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Yeah. My daughter wore 6-9 months around 3 months old. She grew and grew and grew. She's 3 now and very tall and slim. Once they start crawling they start to slim down. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:41 PM Flag
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totally, my guy was in 12mo old onesies by 5 months, he isn't huge now, just tall [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:31 PM Flag
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how old is he? i wondered if this might be an indication that he'll be tall. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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mine is now 9 months and big looking, but my brother was a HUGE baby at this age, tall and big, but then never even hit 6 feet, it is weird how that works [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:34 PM Flag
[ - ] I really like classic clothes on little girls. Navy blue, beige etc. Now that dd is nearly 3 she is really fighting me on this - wants bright colors, sparkly shoes etc. I need to let go, right? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:20 PM Flag
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No. You are the parent and she is 3. You are in charge. This is the beginning of the testing stage. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:25 PM Flag
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but she should win some battles, no? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:26 PM Flag
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Not really. You can give her choices and ask her to pick one option out of two. It is very important to hold the line at this age. That said, Talbots Kids, MiniBoden make traditional styles in fun colors. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:29 PM Flag
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yes, it is ok for her to have some independence, allow some sparkly stuff in there that you don't mind [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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Yes, all my mom wanted was me in pink ruffles...all I wanted was black keds...she won most of the time but I always felt so ridiculous. I think to a point they should have a say in their style, with that said, you buy the clothes maybe you each pick an outfit you like next time your shopping. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:26 PM Flag
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I have piles of clothes she has never worn because she refuses to wear them! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:27 PM Flag
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let her have her fun, they are only little once, allow things that don't totally embarrass you that still let her have her personality showing, she may be 30yrs old and still love that stuff (god help us) but it is just life, you know? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:33 PM Flag
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I agree. Let her have her choice within reason. She's just expressing herself. If you allow her some say now and don't make a big deal out of it she will fight you less. Eventually if won't be an issue. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:38 PM Flag
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I usually ended up wearing the pink after fights and crying, I didn't have much of a choice, there weren't tons of outfits to pick from. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:35 PM Flag
[ - ] What typical kid behavior get on your nerves most? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:14 PM Flag
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whining [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:14 PM Flag
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ita! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:28 PM Flag
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help, my 10 mo old huge whiner already, how do i stop it at this point, whines in playpen out of control no matter how much i get him used to it, how to reel it in before it gets even worse at 2yrs old, sorry for the hijack [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:36 PM Flag
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maybe he doesn't like the playpen [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:58 PM Flag
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duh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:04 PM Flag
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asking the same question 500 times [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:12 PM Flag
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whining, that little girl screech, tattling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:46 PM Flag
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taking 75 minutes to wash their hands. seventy five minutes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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i hate when ds tells me what to do and I do it before realizing I'm being bossed by a 1 year old he speaks with authority [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:06 PM Flag
[ - ] I am not pregnant (period ended a week ago) but I am nauseous on and off...totally feels like early pregnancy. Could stress make one nauseous? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:08 PM Flag
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yea [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:10 PM Flag
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you are me, i'm so stressed that i'm nauseous and my dh thinks im preggo, he psyched he wants #2, but i just had period so duh i'm not [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:37 PM Flag
[ - ] How to prepare for OLSAT/BSRA and SB for Kindergarten? Contact us for a FREE assessment!!! We offer individualized one-on-one tutoring for OLSAT/BSRA and SB test preparation. The purpose of our course is to familiarize your kids with critical thinking skills and the format of exercises expected on the OLSAT/BSRA and SB tests. If your kid was born during January 1, 2004 through December 31, 2004, contact us for a FREE assessment!! Email: OLSAT_Prep_NYC@yahoo.com 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.21.08, 04:06 PM Flag
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:07 PM Flag
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yeah, we heard you the first time, spamela anderson. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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Anderson is not hard? Anderson = 4-year-old kid + take our prep class + good luck for lottery [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.22.08, 07:57 AM Flag
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sorry. I mean "Anderson is not hard???? not ”anderson is not hard???“ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.22.08, 08:00 AM Flag
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this person spammed Inside Schools too - someone pointed out that back in April this same person was against test prep for 4 yr olds.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.14.08, 12:03 PM Flag
[ - ] a good friend emailed me recently to do a 360 feedback on her. some of it is personal, some of it is professional (we have worked together). she is a good friend, but I kind of find her selfish at times (well, most of the time). she is also not the greatest work colleague (my way or the highway type but doesn't always have the talent to back up the chutzpah). should I be honest, blow it off or kind of do a bs-y thing. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:02 PM Flag
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Sounds like the perfect way to turn a good friend into a former good friend. I'd bow out if you have reservations. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:05 PM Flag
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I don't know what a 360 feedback is, but I would *never* do this for a friend or a personal connection- you end up criticizing personality (which mostly can't be helped) rather than work performance (which mostly can be helped). Evaluations are for work environments only imo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:08 PM Flag
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itttaa, don't do it!! never do this with a good friend, you will have a former good friend if you do [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:41 PM Flag
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op here-thanks for replies. the thing is that I think my friend could use some honest feedback. got fired from last 3 jobs for "clashing" with bosses. and from what she said to me, I would say the bosses were right, though I haven't said so to her. i sort of feel stuck-would love to help but don't want to hurt. but unless she has some sort of wakeup, think there will be more firings in her future [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:44 PM Flag
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If she doesn't get it after getting fired 3 times, she probably can't hear it anyway. Maybe just turn it around on her and say, "Why do you think you are having such a hard time?" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:52 PM Flag
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I don't think she gets it, but I have said this to her (after each time). Her comment was that she was choosing the wrong job each time. maybe I just need to to have a heart to heart irl instead of this cockamany 360 thing. or just let her do what she wants. I am just tired of all her crises (and asking me for money). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:55 PM Flag
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but, I never heard of a 360 either, what the heck is it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:58 PM Flag
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supposed to be feedback from everyone (getting a full view of her). she emailed it otu to a bunch of people. I find it strange to do this personally (and have to do them for work). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:01 PM Flag
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I did this for a close friend out of desperation, she needed it, and it was awful, it did not work, now she is even more insane in dealing with me, and hasn't changed a bit, your friend has a personality disorder and we just can't change it by explaining it, it honestly won't change without years of psychotherapy....... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:02 PM Flag
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is it anonymous? 360s I had/did always were [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:59 PM Flag
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it is anon though I am paranoid I might be the only person to responde [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:04 PM Flag
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Be honest if anonymous. BS if not. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:03 PM Flag
[ - ] did anyone get induced by having their membranes stripped? what does it entail? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 03:57 PM Flag
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It's pretty simple just a little painful. I'm not exactly sure what my midwife did but I went into labor the next day! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 03:59 PM Flag
[ - ] family are coming to visit us in nyc . where can we eat that is kid-friendly and great for foodies ? 6 adults with kids ages 11 months, 4, 8 and 13 . tia. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 03:51 PM Flag
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craft bar [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 03:56 PM Flag
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dim sum [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:07 PM Flag
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landmarc at the time warner center [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:11 PM Flag
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Two Boots (East Village), Cowgirl Hall of Fame (West Village)(my favorite), Patsy's Pizza (all over), EJ's (UWS), Carmines (UWS), Virgils BBQ, Blue Smoke...I wouldn't say all are for foodies, but they are good and fun! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:44 PM Flag
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just hire them a sitter so the adults can go out [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:45 PM Flag
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DING DING DING DING!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:46 PM Flag
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You can't. Foodies and kids don't mix (at least not when those kids are 11 months or 4 years old). Get a sitter. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:48 PM Flag
[ - ] ds told me he is too afraid to talk at school. His teacher says he never talks or engages with the other children. He told me when he talks he has to sit in a chair. I don't want to believe everything my 3 yo says but do you think he could be getting punished for talking? 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 03:45 PM Flag
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what does the teacher say [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:00 PM Flag
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maybe he saw someone else getting a time-out for misbehaving and thought it was for talking? I also have a 3 yo, who says with heartfelt emotion that she had a wonderful day playing with Winnie the Pooh at preschool, and the teacher took them all up in a plane. Ask the teacher what she would suggest to bring him out of his shell a little. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:06 PM Flag
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I thought the same thing about time-out but the teacher seems really negative about him and I see a lot of kids in time-out when I pick-up a little early. I thinking I need a new school. The teacher thinks he has sensory issues even though I've never seen any signs [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:10 PM Flag
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get an eval [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 04:58 PM Flag
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why? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:13 PM Flag
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Teachers do have "favorites" and "scapegoats" your child unfortunately might be the later. You should google "signs of a bad daycare" see if he has the symptoms and signs. Sounds to me like you might try something newer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:16 PM Flag
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thanks alot i will try that [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:17 PM Flag
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I think sometimes kids and teachers just don't match. No one understands your child as well as you do, go with your gut feeling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:26 PM Flag
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he just doesn't seem happy at school and he is so joyful everywhere else. i so wanted his preschool experience to be good the school was highly recommeded. the teacher gave my mom a bad vive when she was watching ds should I talk to the director. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:42 PM Flag
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i would take him out...i own a daycare, and let me tell you , some people are just not nice. GO WITH YOUR GUT! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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how are people not nice [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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the just have their favorites that they want to love and adore and then there are others that get on their nerves and they feel like they can't deal with them. Every person has a button that can get pushed in the wrong way...your kid probably didn't do anything, just maybe reminds her of someone she doesn't like, or reminds her subconsciously of herself. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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he can push buttons she seems to complain about him and often compares him to her 18 year old son [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 05:58 PM Flag
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bingo! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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daycare can suck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.22.08, 10:11 AM Flag
[ - ] What's better?? UB or YBM? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 03:33 PM Flag
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