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[ - ] I need birthday party ideas. Girls, 6-7 yos. About a group of 12 max. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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for my dd 7th bday I took a bunch of girls to lunch and a movie. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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What kind of movie? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:07 AM Flag
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this was last yr so anything age appropriate. We saw something animated [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:08 AM Flag
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And are there any theatres in Manhattan that "host" movie parties? I think I would need to cut down the group to 6 then, unless another mother or two would want to come along. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:08 AM Flag
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yes the AMC theaters host bday parties. I had 6 girls but if someone goes with you then I can see you don't a little more. I'm sure you can find another mom to go with you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:12 AM Flag
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^^btw I didn't have the AMC theater host our party but have seen parties done at these theaters [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:12 AM Flag
[ - ] DS and I have been talking about what he's going to wear on his first day at Anderson. What's typical for boys there? I know there's no uniform, but he wants to look extra special -- would a coat and tie seem too weird? TIA! 51 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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DD and I went shopping this weekend for her back-to-school outfits. She's picked out a very pretty dress, but I bet she changes her mind before September rolls around (and we do more shopping). She's SO creative! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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How old is DD? Is this OR for real? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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She's 5. She's starting Anderson this fall. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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of course OR isn't for real. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:21 AM Flag
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See, this is what current and incoming A parents are talking about when we say FAKE A posters are being ridiculous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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Existing and incoming A moms pretty set the stage for those fakers, though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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Who cares what he wears? He's a boy! Yes a coat and tie would make him look like an idiot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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LOL! MY DS asked if he could wear glasses his first day of school to make him "look smarter." I said, "honey. You're already super smart! You don't need to PRETEND!" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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I really hope this is a joke. Not about the glasses but about your response. It's painful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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NP: I don't think so. If he feels the need to pretend he's smart, there is nothing wrong with ehr response. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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Most children will be wearing cap and gown, PhD style. And for all of you who responded seriously to this ridiculous post...all I can say is "oy vey". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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Kind of OT: DS has already studied the map and found no less than 8 different routes we can take when we walk to Anderson for school. He's even marked where his favorite deli's are along the way "in case we get thirsty." Can you believe him??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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That is SO cute! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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you're sick [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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coat and tie IMO over the top..it will still be HOT outside [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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OP: Hmmm. Right. What about a sear sucker suit? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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if the school was in the south I would say yes..in Manhattan it's much more casual [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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yes, put your child in a t-shirt or polo and shorts, that is what is "typical" for boys at any non-uniform school in this country (and basically what they wear for uniforms as well, in warm weather) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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Sounds perfect! A little briefcase and shiny black shows will really make him extra extra special [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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This sounds so fake. I'm not an Anderson mom (in fact, I'm a public school mom that thinks all the NYC g&t programs should be completely eliminated), but there are clearly some people here that are jealous and trying to stir things up. Why? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:54 AM Flag
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Lady, you didn't get dc into Collegiate, its a public school no coat and tie necessary [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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OP: Actually, he DID get into Collegiate, but we turned it down for Anderson. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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FOS. yeah right. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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Give us all a break, no one would turn down the best school in the country for k-8 third string public [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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best school in the country? hardly... but I do agree no one would give it up for A [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:49 AM Flag
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yes, it is. look it up. god you people will do anything to make yourselves feel better about your circumstances [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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please don't start lumping me in with all these A crazies... I have never heard Collegiate to be the "best school in the country" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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Not lumping you in intentionally. Hang around a little longer and you will. Or look up its ranking every yr. For a school with 50 dcs in a class, yes it is consistently number 1 private school in the country [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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^^ not a collegiate mom just quoting what I know to be the case, dc is 3 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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ok... i looked it up and it is certainly up there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:03 AM Flag
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its number 1 every year I have bothered to look, Brearley or Chapin number 2 I think? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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where would one look this up? and what is "best school in the country" based on? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 04:21 AM Flag
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You so crazy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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t-shirt, shorts and tennis shoes or sandals [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:07 AM Flag
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you just f'ing with us. This is fake. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:09 AM Flag
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totally [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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LOL [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:49 AM Flag
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OK - as a new A mom who has seen many of the real posts, I think this one might be deserved and sort of funny. There was once a post that said list an example of a VBA and the results were cute. I think this would have fit right in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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just STOP already! wtf is erong with all of you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:19 AM Flag
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it's fun. did we hit a nerve? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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no -- it's just so silly already. post after post -- the joke is old and just not funny anymore. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:35 AM Flag
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This has to be a fake post. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 11:23 AM Flag
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my ds wore a tie to his first day of K last year. (Not A.) He asks if he can wear one whenever he goes to birthday parties too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 11:31 AM Flag
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Toga? Loincloth? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 10:46 AM Flag
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Jeans or khakis would be dressed up. No tie, please. nice polo shirt. Regularly, the K kids wear jeans and sweats. Signed, REAL Anderson mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 01:03 AM Flag
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OP: Ooooooohhhh thank you so much REAL Anderson Mom! I knew I could find someone on UB to give me some good, solid fashion advice for my DS. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 04:22 AM Flag
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A t-shirt that says "My Mommy's a Freak so I Fit In Here." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 04:41 AM Flag
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Anderson Mom Here: I think a tie would be cute. The kids really do need a way to stand out and be special. I think there should be an Anderson uniform or t-shirt so people can tell who the Anderson kids are. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 04:43 AM Flag
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New Anderson Mom: ITTTA!!! I've been wondering how people on the street will know my dd is going to Anderson and not PS 9! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 05:33 AM Flag
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fake. get a life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 06:42 AM Flag
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Lot of kids want to look special for their first day - it has nothing to do with going to Anderson or whatever. Let him wear what he wants. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.16.08, 05:41 AM Flag
[ - ] PSA: $100k per bank insured by FDIC. Not per account. Didn't know that. All these people who had multiple accounts in IndyMac lost a lot of money. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.14.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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Qn: how about 401k or mutual fund accts? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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that's not insured at all. FDIC is only for bank accounts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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savings and checking?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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yep [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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That is not accurate. Retirement accounts are ins. up to 250K. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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Really? That's good news. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:07 AM Flag
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Yup. You can google FDIC retirement accounts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 11:05 AM Flag
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it is per person per bank, so if you and dh have a joint account, you get $200K [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 12:51 PM Flag
[ - ] So you're really not supposed to gain much in 1st tri per the books, and yet I am ALWAYS super hungry. what to do? Trying to focus on fruits and veg to extent I can tolerate. Gained SO MUCH w my 1st preg.... 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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just eat good food. you'll do fine [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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how much did you gain with the first? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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@15 in the first Trimester alone! prolly 45-50 total. and i'm 5"3 - I dont want to go thru that again! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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then I think you should figure out how many calories you need, and do some calorie counting. I know it sucks, but it really is the only way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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what happened? why don't you want to repeat this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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are you being serious? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:18 AM Flag
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yes. I gained a lot during all my three pregnancies and once I weaned them I took care of my body again. No problem. I let nature take it turn when it comes to pregnancy and breast feeding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:42 AM Flag
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Eat small amounts more often. I find if I eat a good breakfast - make sure ot have fiber and/or protein. Then fruit mid morning I am OK until lunch. Then healthy lunch and afternoon snack. I end up eating ever 2 hours or so. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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listen, why do you care how much weight you gained last time or will gain this time. You are pregnant. Let your body take care of that. Once you give birth and weaned the kid you can get back to whatever you think is ideal for you. Until then, don't worry about that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:14 AM Flag
[ - ] Best neighborhoods for public schools in Brooklyn BESIDES park slope? I would love to hear about specific schools. Thanks! 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 07.14.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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PS 29 in Cobble Hill [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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Is that the school where RHONY couple (gay dh and bad hair dw) sends their dc to? I thought it was in Brooklyn Heights. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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I have no idea [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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no. ps29 is in CH. ps8 is in BH. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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we are happy with PS8 in Brooklyn Heights [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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www.insideschools.org [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:39 AM Flag
[ - ] 8 wks pg and still feeling off. Not sick or anything but have some aches in my stomach - nothing terrible but I definitely did not have that with #1. So worried something is wrong and that's why I have the bloating and achiness. Anyone have that and everything was fine? Have first OB appointment next week and it cannot come soon enough! 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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I'm pg with #3. With the first 2 pg I had no symptoms at all..nothing. With this one I was nauseated, crampy, felt off, ect. So normal not to have symptoms [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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So odd how different your body can be from one pg to another! I am a little nauseous today and have been a few other time - fortunately, it is not too bad though. But, the cramoing thing is freaking me out. Good to know others have that too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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yes every pg is diff. My first 2 pg were identical and I had girls..this time it's a boy. GL and don't worry [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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I was thinking it might be a boy this time since girl the first time and feeling completely different. Either that or twins (ugh). Ob said she thought that after getting my second round of blood results but she was just speculating - no real evidence. I'll know next week I guess. oy! GL to you too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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it will be exciting next week when you go in! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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Unsure if exciting or completely unnerving. I find the looks on dh's face when receiving unexpected news are priceless so would be entertaining if twins. But, the entertainment would end there! ;) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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yes those looks are priceless. My dh and I weren't trying for #3 it just happened. I'm 40 and when I told him I was pg his face was numb and he said..how did that happen? lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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That is great!!! We were expecting the pg after much debate over whether we wanted more than 1. So, needless to say, 3 would put us on the edge! I'm sure we'll work it out if that is the case but would certainly take some getting used to! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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yes def. a shock value with multiples [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:00 AM Flag
[ - ] How often do you write to your DCs at sleepaway camp? How often do the write you? Do you send packages? How old and how long are they gone? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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almost every day (me to her). She writes about 1-2x a week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:53 AM Flag
[ - ] Is it possible that a 4 yo could need to see a psychologist? My dd seems depressed. My ds isn't like this at all...he's a really happy kid. My dd never wants to play at playgrounds, is very angry all the time, hits her dolls, doesn't like it when I tell her I love her, etc. I'm so worried and don't know how to handle this. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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she's really like that ALL the time? I'd say that kind of behavior warrants at least a conversation (yours) with a child psychologist. Don't want to freak you out, but that kind of behavior could be associated with abuse. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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I agree, if it really is almost all the time, then you need to at least talk to someone, because that's a huge warning sign. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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I'm OR of post below and I totally agree. i was gogin to say I would suspect some kind of abuse but I didn't want to alarm the OP. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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op: no, she isn't like that all the time. She is moody a lot though. Definitely no abuse. She just told me a few days ago that she likes to hit her dolls and poke them in the eye. When I asked her why she said she just like to do it. At playgrounds, she would rather sit with me than play. At school she prefers being with teachers...sitting on laps, etc. to playing with other kids.,..doesn't care much about other kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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Does she have friends she has regular playdates with? Did you yourself spend one-on-one floor time with her when she was younger (how about DH)? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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oh good grief. The problem I'm sure is not that she didn't spend enough play time with dd when she was younger. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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I've been SAH since birth..spent tons of time with her, but she is a twin, so time was divided. As I said, her brother is so different...really easy and happy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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my dd had serious separation anxiety bc i am a single parents and speaking with a child psyc made all the difference. as did more playdates with classmates. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:48 AM Flag
[ - ] Where do I find a used Bugaboo Frog? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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at a consignment shop? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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craigslist? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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is there a classifieds section on this website? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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have you looked at it? It's ALL classifieds. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.27.08, 07:01 PM Flag
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I have an orange color Bugaboo Frog that I'm looking to sell. Bought in 2006 - only used a few months for my daughter and it's in almost new condition. Pls e-mail sarom61@yahoo.com if you are interested. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.27.08, 06:57 PM Flag
[ - ] DH's aunt is a partner in a large law firm in Chicago. She has told me point blank that she is hesitant to hire even very exceptionally qualified women associates because she assumes they will get married/have babies/want different working arrangements or quit after she has invested time and money in training them. She and I have had SO many "spirited discussions" about this. She never had children and I SAH. She also tends to hire only male assistants for the same reason. It's infuriating. 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:29 AM Flag
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she's an ass [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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She is right [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:40 AM Flag
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but she is right of course [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:43 AM Flag
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well, if you just work the numbers you must agree that she is right. Is it the right attitude when it comes to hiring folks? No, of course not. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:44 AM Flag
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of course it the right attitude. you just said if you do the numbers it makes sense. do now we are sacrificing sense, numbers, and profit to be nice instead of accurate. So sad. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:03 AM Flag
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eh, a little bit of nice instead of hard cold business and numbers and profits would be a welcome change in this f'ed up country for once, no? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:10 AM Flag
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If you are a boss and are responsible for the numbers then it is hard, if you are not the owner that is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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then it is time to look for a new job with a better employer. If you don't want to support this BS you don't have to. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:30 AM Flag
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what firm is she at where she has so much control over hiring associates? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:46 AM Flag
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how can you all say she is right?? People bring different things to a work place. It should not be all men wihout obligations. Women bring different, important qualities, and women with children do too. Everybody, men and women, should be given a certain amount of time off for caring for family (maternity leave, helping sick parent, partner, etc). Your aunt is wrong to look at numbers only. She should be implemntaing a fair way for all people to be able to have healthy lives. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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np: Don't people working for law firms have to bill some ungodly number of hours every year? Kind of hard to have work-life balance while doing that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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law firms are a night-mare, especially in NYC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:21 AM Flag
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a dh: I wonder what percentage of exceptionally qualified male associates stay on past certain points. I bet that the "loss" of young associates is not that different -- male vs female -- just she notices the women because the reason they leave reconfirms her preconception. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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ITA. There's lots of moving around in law these days. DH's aunt is well aware of this fact but prejudges women and I hope she gets sued for discrimination. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 10:33 AM Flag
[ - ] If you had budget for one family vacation a year during the school year, with 5 year old ds,when would you go (i.e, xmas, winter or spring break) and where? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:28 AM Flag
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Are you on public or private school calendar? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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what is the "budget" for the one vacation? are we talking Disneyworld, a ski trip, camping for a week? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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We are on the public calendar. Want a nice trip. No real budget. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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spring break to a nice resort in mexico with a kids club. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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the bahia principe resorts are nice & v. well maintained. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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you make no sense. if you have no budget for the trip, why do you have a budget for one family vacation? a week vacation can be so different depending on the $$ you have to spend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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I want to take one real nice trip a year. The other trips, such as to grandparents in florida, do not cost very much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:46 AM Flag
[ - ] ds is about to turn 1. we've been giving him a sippy cup with water for a few months now and after he takes a few sips, he starts to play with it and lets the water run out of his mouth and all over his shirt. I want to start giving him milk in a sippy cup but am not sure if he is ready - we have tried straw and nipple sippy cups and he does the same with both. anyone btdt? any advice? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:28 AM Flag
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stop forcing it. Let him keep practicing with water, but he might not be ready until 15 mos or later [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:30 AM Flag
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ITA. My 13 mo just started drinking consistently out of straw cups. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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op: was your db doing the same thing as mine initially? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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Yes--for months and months. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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op: cool - thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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buy extra bibs? seriously, he'll figure it out. but if you really can't stand the mess, i dont have any issue with sticking with bottles for a bit longer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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op: agreed - he just won't hold the bottle. he can do it, but he won't. he will hold a sippy cup though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:32 AM Flag
[ - ] Anybody know of a good chair/rocker/bouncy/whatever for my nearly 1yo ... she is outgrowing her bouncy, and actually prefers to sit up rather than lie down to watch her video. I would like a good safe comfortable chair, something that I can keep her strapped into just in case I can't be right there next to her. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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wow..never heard of a 1 yo letting themselves be strapped into a chair other than a highchair! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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Well, she does try to wriggle out, which is why it needs to be a really strong strap! Mostly, I'm right there next to her, but sometimes I need to step out for a minute (have two other kids, 4.5 and 2.5) and my 1 yo is very active, climbs up stuff and everything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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Me either. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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what about a pack and play for the times you need to leave the room? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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Oh, she'll scream her head off in those ... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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My DD loves her Pottery Barn Anywhere chair. If you need something that straps then maybe a booster seat? We have the FP Healthy Care booster. It's cheap and good for traveling too, and coverts to a regular booster when DC gets older. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:48 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone here ever take oral steriods prescribed by doc? what were your side effects? did it make anyone irritable or cranky? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.14.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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yes. It made me terribly moody, made me hungry, gain weight, and have a puffed up face. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:27 AM Flag
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dh taking it. he has become a nightmare. almost a different person [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:28 AM Flag
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sorry. it's rough [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:30 AM Flag
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dh took steroids briefly. gave him night sweats and insomnia. my dad has also had to take them -- he got a very very puffy face and gained a lot of water weight. not something to mess with if you don't absolutely need them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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did the doctor prescribe meds for the side effects-- anti-anxiety/tranquilizer, sleeping pills... also tell your DH to drink lots of water-- helps with mood, skin and weight gain [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:12 AM Flag
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Oh my god, when my mother took them she was the nastiest person to be around. (I happened to be having an extended visit with her at the time) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 09:28 AM Flag
[ - ] We're desperate to find a place to go for a week in August. Thinking something like The Tyler Place (they're booked). DH, myself, 5yo girl and 2yo boy. We've had a bad year and need something totally fun, especially for the kids. Live in NYC. Please help! 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:23 AM Flag
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maine, shelter island, fire island [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:25 AM Flag
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Newburyport [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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are you on a budget? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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mildly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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newport [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:27 AM Flag
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RI? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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you could still go up to that area -- lake champlain has lots of cottage rentals. im sure you could get a good deal on something nice at the (relatively) last minute. it wouldn't have all the organized activities or babysitting, but you could get lakefront for swimming, visit farms in the area. i love it up there. btw - have you been to the tyler place before? we've considered it the past couple of years but haven't actually been. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:29 AM Flag
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Cape Cod. I prefer to rent cottages, but try a resort like Ocean Edge. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:42 AM Flag
[ - ] how much should i give my nanny for her birthday? been with us 9 months. i am guessing she would prefer money over a gift. tia 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 07.14.08, 08:20 AM Flag
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I got my nanny, who has been with us almost exactly the same amount of time, a $100 visa gift card that she could spend on anything [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:21 AM Flag
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I gave my PT nanny $50 and a box of chocolates (she's obsessed with chocolate) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:22 AM Flag
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do you love and trust the nanny? or is the nanny-cam on when you are gone? if you want to keep her happy, money is good but I agree that it should be accompanied by a thoughtful gift...shows you care and that you listen to her. If she does happen to have a sweet tooth, and what girl doesn't, go to heidiandarthurs.com they have something sweet for every taste. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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np: I think thoughtful gift is a trap that people fall into but unless you know you are an excellent gift giver (which few of us are really) going with gift card to nanny's favorite store is much more likely to hit the mark with her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 10:39 AM Flag
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nnp: is the point of a gift to make an effort or the point of the gift is to make someone happy? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 10:42 AM Flag
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IMO, to make them happy, which is why I go with gift card for my nanny. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 12:40 PM Flag
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i always viewed kids' presents as something to make them happy. but for a nanny b'day, i'd think it's more to show appreciation. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 12:53 PM Flag
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I disagree, bonus is to show appreciation, birthday gift is to mark special occassion with something that makes your babysitter happy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 01:00 PM Flag
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ok. that's why your sitter is getting a nice present and i don't even know when my sitter's birthday is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 01:02 PM Flag
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Our babysitter is young (early 20s) and so bday is still a big deal for her. I don't think it's a requirement to buy birthday gifts, but she buys nice birthday and holiday gifts to the kids too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 01:06 PM Flag
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why do you give birthday gifts to a nanny? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 09:39 AM Flag
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why not? My babysitter gets gifts diff times of year ( Rosh Hashana, Purim, Chanukah) Totally loves it, and she takes the BEST care of my dc's! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.20.08, 10:59 AM Flag
[ - ] MIL is in the hospital with a bad flu/infection. DH barely left the hospital in the last 4 days. i was annoyed with him yesterday when he got home, now he is mad at me, because i should be more understanding and supportive. is it me? 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:14 AM Flag
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His mom is in the hospital and you are annoyed with him? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:16 AM Flag
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You are mad at your husband for caring for his mother? I don't get it. You should be happy that he's such a kind person. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:18 AM Flag
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ok ok but i have a 21/2 year old and 4 months preg and no help. i guess i am just tired and taking it out on him [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:22 AM Flag
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you need to apologize. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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yes you are and you need to say you're sorry. I'm pg, have medical issues and have 2 kids with no help..it's hard but you can do it. His mom is sick..very sick and he's worried. God forbid if you were sick you would want him to be that way with you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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op thank you, i will call him [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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she only has ONE child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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yes I know..I was talking about me with the 2 kids..and how if I could do it she can too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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you are upset because he's being a good son? Come on...she's sick and ppl do die from the flu. He's worried. I would be annoyed if he was not worried at all [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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You are annoying. It's not like he's out at bars, playing golf. He's with his SICK mother in the HOSPITAL. Get your head out of your ass and offer support. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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np you dont have to be an ass [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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don't sound like a 4yr old who's whining. It's not like he's hanging out and you are on bedrest. His mom is very sick [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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I'm not sure I agree with all the posters slamming OP. How sick is mil? Old people can end up in the hospital pretty easily, that doesn't mean that he can completely let go of responsibilities at home. If she was dying, that would be one thing, but a flu/infection doesn't sound like it warrants 24hour care by dh. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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she said she's in the hospital with a bad flu and infection. That isn't anything to fool around with. Many ppl die from the flu esp. those who are elderly and immunocomp. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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yes, but bad is not exactly a diagnosis.... I think that we need more information before judging OP. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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op thank you. she is going home today, so she is fine [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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then I think you are reasonable in expecting that he would still help you out. A 4 day stay in the hospital is not life or death situation. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:53 AM Flag
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ita [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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you're complaining that it's bad for a son to be worried? Not like the mom is in for a hang nail [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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no, I'm not complaining that it is bad for son to be worried. I just know that illness in a parent can make people a bit irrational, because it reminds them that parents are mortal. DH may be worried about his mom, but doesn't need to stay at hospital every waking second of the day. She's got nurses and doctors to take care of her too. Of course he should go and visit. And if she's really potentially on death's doorstep, he should be there as much as possible. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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