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[ - ] Any ideas (other than childrens' museum) for a b-day party for a 4yo who wants dora and diego to come to the party? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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central park? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:31 AM Flag
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Could you get Dora and Diego costumes or something so the kids could dress up as the characters themselves? Maybe you could stage an animal rescue that they have to do....have an animal go missing and they do a scavenger hunt to find it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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^^A pretend animal, of course. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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cute idea. i was thinking of finding backpacks and doing some sort of scavenger hunt to fill them. i just don't want it to get too complicated or chaotic, which i have seen happen at other parties. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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just hire someone who has the costume. I did this for my dd 4th bday [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:55 AM Flag
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Do you mean through an entertainment company? Did you do it at your home or at a party location? TIA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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I would keep it simple and just hire a dress up person to come to a traditional birthday party. You can have it at a pizza place, crafts place/art party space, or if you have more $ the Central Park Zoo since Diego likes animals. Maybe you can do a diego/dora/map/backpack art project. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 10:50 AM Flag
[ - ] if i didn't think it would ruin my children's lives, i'd kill myself. life is so disappointing and it won't be getting any better. i have nothing to offer anymore 18 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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I'm sorry! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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I feel this way too so often, try to look at all that is good in your life and vigorously concentrate on that. I appreciate bike riding with my son, small and trivial, but also beautiful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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i try. when i get home from work, we take the dog for a long walk and that is just a wonderful part of the day. otherwise, i'm just kind of waiting for bedtime [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:32 AM Flag
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Life is just a series of choices. Your choices aren't over. They may very well be limited, but you still have them. Good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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Have you tried therapy? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:28 AM Flag
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no. i don't have too much $$, would insurance cover it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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Depends on your plan, but most plans cover 10 visits or so. Some therapists will do sliding scales if you can't pay. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:31 AM Flag
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oy - what is going on???? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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feeling terrible - i now work full time b/c we have bills. not really educated enough to do more than secretarial work which is fine, but i am not close enough to the city to get a really interesting job. just feeling like i let life pass me by. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:31 AM Flag
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you have a long life ahead of you. you can make choices toward changing the parts of your life that you don't like. set goals and go for it, at this point you have nothing to loose. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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i can't quit this job without having another one and it needs to be close b/c of my kids. i am mad at myself for not having worked harder as a young woman to prepare myself for this time in my life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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well you can't change the past, all you have is now. Now is where you make decisions to change parts of your life that you are unhappy with. It sounds like you are trapping yourself in a place that you don't need to be in, IMHO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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The vast majority of people feel that way. Carve out your own little piece of happiness. Try hard to remember what is important. If you are a secretary for a toilet manufacturer, it isn't much different than being a secretary for company that cures cancer, kwim? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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i disagree. the work i do now is mostly paperpushing and justifying my department for a regulatory commission. publishing companies and museums nearby are not looking for help and a one hour commute is not doable for me right now, so i cannot go to manhattant to work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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my point is secretarial work is secretarial work. Don't look for excitement in your life from your job. Find it elsewhere - you know somewhere that really matters. Yourself, your family, a hobby, volunteer work, a gift you have to share with others. Jobs are jobs - thats all they are. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:41 AM Flag
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I'm not sure when this was posted but it sounds as if you are suffering from depression. That doesn't mean there aren't things you'd like to change in your current life but having depression makes it hard to see things clearly and make changes. Most insurances companies cover at least brief psychotherapy. You may also want to consider medication which you could receive from a psychiatrist (also covered by insurance). If you trust your PCP or OB/GYN, some are willing to prescribe antidepressants. They can be a tool while you work through more complicated issues. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:52 AM Flag
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Yes...this sounds definitely sounds like depression. I've been there. I'm also a secretary and a mother of two. You should try doing an hour of aerobics every day, eliminate sugar from your diet and take B vitamins (complete) and fish oil capsules every day. Also, if you are not already taking medication, you might want to do some research on 5HTP and St. John's Wort...they're herbal supplements and are similar to anti-depressants (just safer and milder). Although, you'll be able to find them in any health food store, be sure to do your research and ask questions before taking anything. You'll be amazed to see that life can be good again. I wish you well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:18 AM Flag
[ - ] WOHMs: Need some support. Dh travels every week. Last week, 2 yr. old was up 4 nights in a row. Last nigh, 4 yr. old was up all night with fever and severe headache. I'm at work and just don't know how I'm going to last all day; tired, weepy, ugh! 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:25 AM Flag
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Can you leave early? Work at home for the day? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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Probably should have done the latter. Might decide to leave early, though. Thx. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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It's hard. I WAHM and my 3 yo and 1 yo are terrible sleepers. I'm a walking zombie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:31 AM Flag
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i would have just called in home w/sick baby. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:31 AM Flag
[ - ] I am having my 3rd, I feel super different this time, coould it be twins (on 5 weeks) 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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your older and tired! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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np. I'm guessing that isn't the reply op was looking for lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:36 AM Flag
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I'm pg with #3 and this pg is completely diff. than the first 2 (which were girls). I'm pg with a boy this time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:53 AM Flag
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I am also pg w/#3 and I'm much more tired this time. I've had the same nausea w/all three, but now I'm exhausted in addition. I'm chalking it up to my advanced maternal age :-) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:55 AM Flag
[ - ] I am pg with #4, this will be my last one (3 boys) We just told our families and everyone was saying things like "Its just going to be another boy" Like they are wishing this on me. I got so upset. I mean of course I would love a girl, but I would be happy with any healthy baby. Why is everyone so mean? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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you are taking it too personally [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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no, it was so smug.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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statistically the odds are overwhemlming that it will be a boy, but who cares! Come up with a pleasant upbeat response for times like this. Something like, we don't really care what sex the baby is, we are just happy to be having another child. I always wanted four children. OR, snark back and say, We are going to do genetic testing and abort if its a boy and just watch them fall over! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:25 AM Flag
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can you give me a link for the statistics for something like this? tia I can't seem to google the right thing to find it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:15 AM Flag
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They aren't mean. You are pregnant and hormonal. Doesn't matter what they "wish" on you. The sex of your child is already determined and nothing can be done about it, so pay them no mind. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:23 AM Flag
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I get what you are saying. I'm pg with #3 and we are having a boy (after 2 dds). PPL keep saying to dh (and to me) OH HE MUST BE SO EXCITED now that he's having the boy. DH hates when ppl say this. It's not like he (or we) would have been upset if it's another girl. We just want a healthy baby [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:53 AM Flag
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I understand. I'm pg w/#3 and have two boys. I don't want to find out the sex this time, partly because I want to be surprised for my last and partly because people are obsessed with commenting on the sex (my mom: oh, I hope you get your girl this time! etc.) Annoying. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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I'll just throw you a bone: I have a friend who had 3 boys and #4 was a dd. So you never know, and they should all mind their own business. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:00 AM Flag
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No one is "wishing" anything on you. People just say thoughtless things. We adopted our kids and people ask me the stupidest, most hurtful things about my kids. Whatever. You're blessed w/ your kids. Whoever is supposed to show up next will and he or she will be a blessing too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:08 AM Flag
[ - ] we just purchased a condo in miami and want opinions. should we go with a miami vice color scheme? pastels etc... it's a standard miami retro style place. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:20 AM Flag
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do it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:20 AM Flag
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i'm still on the fence about it. maybe i should go with bright turquoise and brighter colors. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:23 AM Flag
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is it a real art deco building? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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yes, thanks I couldn't remember art deco. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:25 AM Flag
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I'm jealous. I would do a modern version of the deco look, not ness. pastels though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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dh bought it as a surprise gift for me and to make up for having such a shitty ex who basically lives to try and make my life miserable. the weird thing is the more he tries the better my life gets! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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nice DH [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:51 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone on in Montclair? I'm moving there and need to find a babysitter/nanny for two days a week. Does anyone know someone - really looking for a personal recommendation. TIA! 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.15.08, 07:20 AM Flag
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go to www.maplewoodonline.com for ads from babysitters and you can post your own ad. I also hear that noble nanny/nannies is a reputable agency in the area. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 11:38 AM Flag
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I have used two great agencies- one is called Abby Nanny. You can reach the owner at CZDLutz@yahoo.com and the other agency I used was Pavillion. Both agencies do a great job. Pavillion is expensive but, they did find me a stellar nanny and she stayed with us for 6 years. My current nanny / housekeeper I found through Abby Nanny which is less priecy, CZDLutz@yahoo.com, and we love her ! You can also try gonannies.com but, I didn't get good matches through them. However, my friend found a great nanny on gonannies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.14.08, 11:12 AM Flag
[ - ] going to lancaster this summer from long island - is sat. to monday enough time or do I need an extra day? tia 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:17 AM Flag
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It should be enough, kept in mind that most places there are closed on Sunday [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:23 AM Flag
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hershey park or dutch wonderland closed on sunday? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:28 AM Flag
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no they are probably open. a bunch of the little shops and restaurants were closed, you just need to plan around that [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:32 AM Flag
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that's enough. Sunday will be tough for sightseeing (shopping) since they are closed (I learned the hard way) but the parks are open. It's more than enough time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:48 AM Flag
[ - ] my mom is considering buying a beach house for the family. my gma died recently and she wants to do something for the family with some of her inheritance. we are thinking the jersey shore and something doable for every weekend. grandkids range from 9 to baby. we love cape may, but too far for every weekend. thanks!! 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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what about holgate or lovelace [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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what are they like? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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holgate is nice, beach haven is nice as well not super nice but definitely safe, clean and quiet. I think love ladies or whatever it's called is more upscale. you can google LBI and look at a map and view real estate on line. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:18 AM Flag
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Yes, Long Beach Island is great. We've had a place there for 10 years now and my ds loves it! Family friendly, lots to do. Loveladies is more pricey that the rest of the island imo. There is a lot of new construction going on right now, and a lot of homes for sale. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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where is home for you all? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:57 AM Flag
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Brooklyn [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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what about Breezy Point/Rockaways? If what you want is the beach and family, why throw all that driving into the equation? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 02:22 PM Flag
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Point Pleasant, Bay Head, Mantoloking, Ocean Beach are within 1.5 hrs of the city - train goes as far as Bay Head and they are very nice family areas. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 09:25 AM Flag
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Spring Lake, Ocean Grove, Bradley Beach or(most bang for your $$) Asbury Park are all 70-85 Minutes from the tunnel. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 02:21 PM Flag
[ - ] Trigger: my friend was fretting over how her dc is slow and not smart bec he's not reading, etc. and I said kids are not expected to read until much later and reading at 4yo doesn't mean anything. She said you say things like that bec your dc is reading and you dont' know what you are talking about. See? You can't win. 25 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.15.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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Why did you post this? what are you hoping for in response? A reading debate? Sympathy? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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What hole did you crawl out of this morning? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:18 AM Flag
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Sorry if I touched a nerve but this is UB and most posts are about rude friends who say stupid stuff about their not-reading dc's. If you have a reader, there is nothing you can say right. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:18 AM Flag
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:19 AM Flag
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What? Of course you can. That is what friends to, they support each other. They somehow find the right thing to say when their friend is struggling, or they manage to listen and give a hug if that is what is needed. It is not based on your childs reading level. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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There are some people who don't want to be helped or reassured. I feel sorry for her kid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:18 AM Flag
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I've yet to meet one of those people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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Really? I have met a few over the years. They just like the wallow in their misery and no amount of encouragement helps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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I guess, or maybe I'm just a nice person. Who knows. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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that reads kind of smug - wasn't typed or meant that way at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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Never met a nice person who says she is nice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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why on EARTH would you feel sorry for a 4 yo who isn't reading yet? You are definitely focussed the wrong way on this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:48 PM Flag
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I feel sorry for the kid because her mom (OP's friend) is a freak. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 09:38 PM Flag
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maybe she thinks this because she is always around people who are 'casually mentioning' that their dc is reading...and maybe some are, and maybe some are saying their dc is 'reading' because they recognize the words 'stop' and 'no'. Moms love to brag or sometimes they use terms very loosely. This one mom friend of mine always talked about what a great swimmer her dc is...then we went swimming together and her dc can't swim at all....maybe her definition of swimming is splashing in the kiddie pool but mine is being able to stay afloat without the use of a floatation device [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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I can assure you that is not the case with me. I didn't tell her my dc is reading. I know some people use very creative definitions but this is not the case. Some people, no matter what, are competitive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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What positive things does she bring to your life? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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my dc "reads". he has the book memorized. please. it's not reading. i'm smart enough to know the difference. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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You know your dc, but you don't know other dc's who can really read. Pick up a book they've never read before and read it and comprehend it (after reading it aloud, summarize the story to their friends). You know, some kids do read early - not that it's a big deal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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your friend sounds like a wacko. She lacks common sense if she thinks a dc should be reading by 4yr old. She should read up on the subject and see that many dc don't start reading until 5-7 yr old. Nothing wrong with being a late starter. By the 3rd grade many kids are pretty much on equal ground. I feel sorry for her kid if she will put pressure to be the first or best [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:51 AM Flag
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i really hate when people start a post with "trigger." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 09:22 AM Flag
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its very odd [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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You weren't on this morning. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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that's nice when a friend of yours tells you that you don't know what you're talking about. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 10:20 AM Flag
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That is so crazy. I had trouble reading in first grade. I got a teacher I love, learned, and eventually met Ramona Quimby, Age 8, my first chapter book, in third grade. Then, I never put books down. I definitely wasn't reading at 4, but I still had fun at school. If you don't allow your kid to love school, they'll never love learning. Anyway, FWIW, I guess I'm "slow" by your friend's standards, but I did eventually eek out Harvard degree, and a fantastic career, so I'm pulling through all right, nevertheless. I hope, for her kid's sake, she calms down already. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 10:48 PM Flag
[ - ] 21 month old is just starting to get separation anxiety. Vomits when waking with the sitter here at night. ANd wont let me leave without crying hysterically. SHe's never had it before. Has anyone had to deal with this at this age?? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:11 AM Flag
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Wow--that's an extreme reaction. My DS has been in and out of clingy phases. How long does she cry when you leave? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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For about 10-15 minutes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:16 AM Flag
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How long have you had the sitter? Does DD like her? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:16 AM Flag
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I think so. A couple weeks ago she really liked her and had no issues. No all of a sudden she has issues. isnt she too old for this?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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np. My ds went through a phase of this (vomiting on the sitter too) about the same age. We didn't leave him after that for a few months (due to new db) but he is fine again now. It will pass [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:32 AM Flag
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thank you! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:44 AM Flag
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Never too old. Has she only had the sitter for a few weeks? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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yes, new sitter and new city (we just moved to ny) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:45 AM Flag
[ - ] Everyone (and I mean everyone!) who meets our 7 month old says "He's very alert!". He looks straight at you with calm attention and smiles a lot and watches people's faces closely. Anyone else have a baby so "alert" that people are always commenting on it? This is not a VB. He has been slow with physical acts. Unlike other babies in my yoga class, he can't sit on his own (and hates to do it) and seems to have trouble rolling from front to back (though back to front is easy). He is also very, very tall (which is strange because I am short and my DH is only 5'11. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:11 AM Flag
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my ds is also this way, but he has (so far) been quick with gross motor skills (sat at 4 mo) pulled up before 6 mo, crawled at 6 mo, has taken a few steps at 8 mo). hes also tall and dh and i are short. probably no correlation [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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People used to say this about my DD a lot (now that she's older, they all say she's "happy"). Honestly, I just think it's one of those things that people say just to make conversation. I wouldn't read anything else into it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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Yes, I had a baby like that. Psychologists and Psychiatrists would often comment. A couple even mentioned participating in a study. We declined. That baby grew into an exceptionally bright dc. That is one "sign" that a person is of high intelligence - but it doesn't matter in the long run. You change your db's diapers the same as you would a child who isn't as alert. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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we had the same thing with our baby. Very relational at a very young age-- still that way. But slow to reach milestones (sitting, rolling over and walking). Not delayed, just slower. I think it makes sense that a relational, people-oriented baby is going to reach physical milestones later because the focus is on people. People always say that our child is an "old soul"-- watching people, making eye contact. Also extremely affectionate. I used to be a little nervous that things were happening slower for her. But now, I love the fact that she is the way she is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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Yes - my db is very affectionate and happy, too. How old is your db now? Did she try to stand at a very early age? Mine loves to stand but hates to sit and has been making strides toward pulling himself up and sitting on his own only because we have been teaching him to do it. He also does this strange move that my yoga teacher was surprised to see (and she teaches yoga for kids). He balances on his belly and wiggles his arms and legs, like he is swimming. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:19 AM Flag
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np. not wishing to spoil your fun but all the descriptions of your dcs mvt etc sound very familiar to me including the 'swimming' signed mom to two ds [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:30 AM Flag
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that actually makes me feel good! i was surprised that she was surprised by it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:28 AM Flag
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everyone says this about my 5 1/2 mo also. So far he is on-track with physical milestones. Also, surprisingly tall given short families. More interested in people than anything else. When we take him to the park and put him on the swings, he's more interested in watching the other children on the swings than swinging. He also likes to touch other people a lot which can get embarassing! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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Everyone says that about our DB since he was born. Very alert. Studies faces. There has not been a person who has met him who has not commented on him being alert. He is 5 mos now (next week 5 mos). I dont know many babies so he seems normal to me. One thing he rarely cries only when hungry or overstimulated (looking at people or little cousins that are over and not napping). He giggles a lot and has for months... He has only rolled over 3 times and by accident. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.18.08, 01:12 PM Flag
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Same with my 4 mo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.18.08, 01:20 PM Flag
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my oldest, but he was also very physically active. but he was noticeably alert and inquisitive from an early age. which he still is, pretty much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.18.08, 01:21 PM Flag
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sorry, but i think this is just somethign people say about babies. people were always saying this about my dd but i didn't read into it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.18.08, 01:21 PM Flag
[ - ] Any LA moms on? DH may be interviewing for a job there. We are currently in Maryland. Tell me good things about LA. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Los Angeles 07.15.08, 07:11 AM Flag
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great weather, doesn't have the class and status issues that East coasters have, you can come here and reinvent yourself if you like, healthier lifestyle, plenty of great activities and museums [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 02:33 AM Flag
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good (albeit boringly consistent) weather, less crowds (than NY but prob. not MD) the getty, hiking, fantastic produce, people think you are really smart here where you were just pretty smart in NYC [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.22.08, 08:05 PM Flag
[ - ] im 5 months pregnant and need to take a pain releiver - do i take advil or tylenol? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 07.15.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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take tylenol. I take excedrin without aspirin for my headaches and it helps [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:00 AM Flag
[ - ] Can you tell you're pregnant within days after you conceive? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:56 AM Flag
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I couldn't but some people say they can. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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some can, some can see the future and talk to dead people too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:57 AM Flag
[ - ] easier to travel on a plane with BOB or Bugaboo..these are the only 2 strollers I have - NYC mom 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.15.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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I'm a Manhattan mom and only have a combi. So easy for the plane too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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I'm not very familiar with the BOB but I take the cheaper one in case it gets bashed. We bought a simple folding Maclaren instead of taking our Bugaboo. It worked out about the same price as getting the travel bag for the bug and was much lighter to carry about. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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maybe you should slum it and buy a, gasp, Maclaren [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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ITA--get a Volo or something [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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i actually only bought the BOB for my husband who is a runner- the Bug was a gift from co-workers at my work baby shower. if not i would have bought something less expensive as well. now my dc is over 2 so it doesnt make sense to buy another stroller- thanks for your comment though- it was very helpful [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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it does make sense to buy another stroller actually. Your dc is going to outgrow the Bugaboo soon and a Volo would great for a preschooler. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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what about the sit and stroll? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:35 AM Flag
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NP: DB's going to outgrow that soon. My 2.5 yo is not comfortable in it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:36 AM Flag
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how much does your 2.5 weigh? mine is 26 pounds but tall.. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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I haven't weight him recently, but he was 30 lbs at 2 year appointment. My DS's legs were squished against the seat in front of him in the Sit N Stroll on the plane. He was most comfortable in his own seat with just a seat belt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:55 AM Flag
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borrow an umbrella from a friend [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 07:54 AM Flag
[ - ] okay, so my posting says it has several replies, but when I click on it I only see one. WHat gives?? What did I do wrong? I despise the new site. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:52 AM Flag
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tell me what post and I'll peek [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:53 AM Flag
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On toddler board the one about whether it's reasonable to expect 2 YOs to be able to sit down at a family dinner. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:54 AM Flag
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I don't post on toddler sorry, can't help you out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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np. I see 3 replies on that post. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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Figured out I can see them if I uncollapse all posts. But not when collapsed and click on my posting. Only see one. Weird. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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