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[ - ] we are having a party with 2 bars. one will be a regular bar, the other will be a martini bar. besides the alcohol, what will the bartenders need? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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good looks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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not the answer i was looking for but ok. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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little umbrellas for the drinks? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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lots of glasses, mixers (tonic, oj, cranberry juice, soda), non alocholic stuff, lemons, limes, cocktail napkins, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:18 PM Flag
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ICE!!...honestly, I'd ask the bartenders in advance, you may overlook something [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:59 PM Flag
[ - ] 5 year old is suddenly very picky she is also very tall and super skinny starting to get jokes like "geez are you feeding her?" Do I make her eat more of a variety of foods or just let it go..she eats alot of veggies but only strawberries and apples for fruits basically no meat...making me crazy and nervous...needs more portein any advice TIA 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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you serve what you are eating. She eats or she doesn't. That's the end of that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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yeah we do that I don't make extra 'kid food' just concerned with how little she is eating... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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you only eat strawberries and apples? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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no those are the only fruits she will eat sometimes a banana but not very often, she does drink milk smoothies might work but she doens't like icecream...never thought I would have such a picky eater [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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just put healthy food out there and let her decide. Make sure she isn't filling up on juice or milk. She needs protein. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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does she drink milk? you could make her smoothies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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buy some children's omega acid supplements to give her in addition to whatever food you offer [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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no prob. it's essentially fruit flavored fish oil but my dd loves it. great for them and adds some extra calories. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:18 PM Flag
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what about eggs? My ds all of a sudden loves a fried egg and cheese sandwhcih for lunch, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:22 PM Flag
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I also find it helps when we order food in from different places and let my kids help. When we get Japanese, they will eat miso soup, shumai, calif. rolls, tofu... they wouldn't eat those if I just made them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:25 PM Flag
[ - ] expecting db #2 and what to get dc #1 some great gifts from dc#2 and from me and dad for being a big brother and to keep him busy. what should we get him? 19 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:08 PM Flag
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how old is dcs #1, we got out DD a "Big Sister" shirt which she loved and some fun sticker books etc. to keep her busy while I was attending to new baby [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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good lord [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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my sentiments exactly [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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OP: WHATS WRONG WITH GETTING OUR KID A PRESENT? SOMETHING SPECIAL? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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why are you yelling? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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because its frusterating when you ask for simple advise then you get someone saying "good lord" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:18 PM Flag
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Really? How about a simple answer. Don't buy your child anything special because they have a baby coming. Don't ask strangers who don't know anything about your dc to pick the gift that you can't even think of?? That's probably why the Good lord comment came. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:20 PM Flag
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i think it's ridiculous for the baby to "give" a present -- the baby cannot give a present. it's illogical. it's as though you're afraid #1 will not accept the baby unless it comes bearing gifts. It's inane. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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agree [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:22 PM Flag
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np: you're being really harsh - cut her some slack. she's pg for heaven's sake. many parents give presents from the new db and/or from themselves to celebrate the first child becoming a sibling. it's a perfectly reasonable thing to come here for suggestions. that said, i have none. try again, op, but during the day around lunchtime on a work day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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oh, i guess your poor? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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^^^ if anything, big brother should go out and pick a present for the baby. why is "being a big brother" an occasion for mom and dad to give gifts? yes. you have to give your love and attention to another kid now. your son will be pissed off for a while. he'll adjust. don't assuage your guilt by getting him insulting presents to fill his time while you are ignoring him for the new baby. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:24 PM Flag
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ooooozing with compassion this evening, i see. ahem. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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np and I thought that was very well stated. She isn't not compassionate, she is reasonable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:27 PM Flag
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how old? we did this, db gave #1 one of those VTech kids' computers, a remote control car and a baby doll for her to take care of while I took care of db#2. worked very well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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HE WILL BE 3 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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ok, well dc#1 was 3.1 when her sister was born -- she likes all the stuff her little sis gave her [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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what about planning something really specil with dad? Then you will have time with baby alone and your ds will get to do something fun and cool like go to an amusement park or something liek that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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okay, picture this, your 3 years old and all of a sudden your life is turned upside down because there is a new baby in the house who is getting all sorts of gifts and attention. you wouldn't want a special gift? come on... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:29 PM Flag
[ - ] dd just told me that she doesn't like to swim for the 2nd swim of the day at camp, because they go immediately after lunch and her stomach hurts if she stays in too long. Does anyone else think it sounds weird that they would take the kids in the pool immediately after lunch? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:04 PM Flag
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I always thought you should wait at least an hour after you eat to swim [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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I thought the rule was you had to wait 1 hour after eating [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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That is an old wives tale. It is fine to swim after lunch. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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OP: Okay, but if she's saying her stomach hurts, then it is probably too soon for her, right? Should I say something to her unit supervisor? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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how old is your dd? are you sure its not an excuse because she doesn't like to swim? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:08 PM Flag
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7, I'm pretty sure it's not an excuse. She just told me matter-of-factly that she's been getting out of the pool early on the 2nd swim b/c her stomach hurts [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:12 PM Flag
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She probably has to poop [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:09 PM Flag
[ - ] I want to get a facial or chemical or something to rejuvenate my skin. I am 36 years old and looking a little tired these days. Have decent skin but have some pores around nose and also noticing some sun spots (not freckles). Is there a procedure you recommend or possibly a place? Do you recommend a salon as opposed to a dermatologist? TIA 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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I went to Erbe once in SoHo it was nice and relaxing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:06 PM Flag
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What did you have done? How much was it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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just a regular facial and it was about $70 ( I think) it was a few years ago [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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No dermatologist, you're 36 and describing needing some refreshing and rebalancing. There is nobody better to see than YANA at Yana Herbal Beauty on 6th Ave(right below Bleeker, Just next door to Little Red Schoolhouse). She is incredible, affordable and so calming. Your skin will be so clean, fresh and new, w/no residual appearance of trauma when you leave. Post again when you've been to see her. I am SO not a BSer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:44 PM Flag
[ - ] Any orthodox Moms on. My granddaughter is 4 months old and did not have her naming ceremony yet. My Mom just died. can she be given my Mom's Hebrew name? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 07.12.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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are orthodox moms allowed on internet on saturdays? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:04 PM Flag
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np: It's after sundown [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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good answer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:05 PM Flag
[ - ] almost 7mo pg and haven't had sex since we found out...no desire on my part. dh is making me feel guilty. what should i do/say? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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7 mos.? you should have sex with him! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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op here, i feel so bad, i really do but i mean NO desire. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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give him a bj [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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ditto. poor dh. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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we've only had sex 2x since I got pg and I'm 35 weeks!. For the first trimester, I wasn't interested (too sick!),then my husband went through a pretty long "I might break the baby" phase where he was a bit freaked out about the whole thing, and now I'm too uncomfortable to move. Fortunately my dh is really understanding. Just explain how you are feeling, and that it has nothing to do with him. Also, I'd let him know that the guilt doesn't help! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 08:46 PM Flag
[ - ] How much debt do you have NOT including mortgage and student loan? How much savings NOT including retirement? Us--Debt: $2000. Savings: $70K. I know, it's insane I don't pay my cc debt outright, but somehow I feel like hitting the 70K mark was a milestone and don't want to be below that #. Silly. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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debt $4,200..saving $13,000 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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Can I ask how you started savings? Trying over here ... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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We have zero debt. 100k in savings. More in IRA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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Don't be penny wise and pound foolish. Pay off the cc. you are throwing money down the drain. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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OP: You're right. It really is dumb. It's just that 3 years ago, we were $18K in debt and had not much in savings. And we don't own. Part of the $70K is going to preschool fees, so that number's an illusion anyway, but I just like to think we got to that number. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:06 PM Flag
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Pay off your credit card. No excuses. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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about 50K in debt, zero savings [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:03 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone else have problems with db pinching/scratching? our 13mo dd pinches--hard (mostly me) when I rock her before naps/nightime. I've tried "stern no (she laughs); not nice; be gentle; sad face (she laughs); that hurts mama, putting in crib (she cries/screams) etc." What can I do? This is really starting to get to me mentally (and a bit physically) and I can not deal. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:53 PM Flag
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pinch her back. hard. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:53 PM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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I think you are doing teh right hting by putting her in teh crib..you pinch=no cuddle time but I think you ahve to leave her there until she falls asleep to really confirm that you mean buisness [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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if you pinch her back it will stop. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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You should not be giving out advice (NP) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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who made you the advice police? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:58 PM Flag
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Depends on how long and how consistent you've been, but my mom will tell you to pinch back too. My brother was a biter, she bit him, he stopped. Ask your mom and see what she says, hey, you never know! Good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:59 PM Flag
[ - ] how many ounces of milk should my 1 year old drink at day? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:47 PM Flag
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am I the only mom who never knew or cared and just fed my kid? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:48 PM Flag
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I am just curious because it seems low compared to my other frinds...very healthy baby weighs 23 pounds so I guess whatever we are doing is fine...just was tryign to get an idea of what other 1 yr. olds drink [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:50 PM Flag
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np: A ped would tell you 15-25 oz. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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oh good he drinks about 20, thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:52 PM Flag
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I wish I could help you, but I have no idea. I just pour some in a cup whenver. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:51 PM Flag
[ - ] DD says "time to go to bed!" (She wanted me to tell you all) 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:45 PM Flag
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cute [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:46 PM Flag
[ - ] I'm skeptical of chiropractors but want to try one for some neck problems. . . 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:45 PM Flag
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do not do it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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please don't do this - I've treated patients who have had strokes due to chiropractors manipulating their necks, signed MD mom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:03 PM Flag
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never, never, never [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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Try a physiatrist instead [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:08 PM Flag
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Try accupucture, pressure or cranio sacral therapy. Chiropracty is very seldom (but sometimes is) a good choice. Can you get into a good stretching or mild form of yoga? If musculoskeletal alignment is at the root of your 'neck problems', skeletal manipulation can really aggravate these issues; soft tissue and muscle will respond-often by spasming, to bones being manually shifted. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:14 PM Flag
[ - ] Darling, you give love a bad name. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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do I? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:48 PM Flag
[ - ] are certain sections of ERBs considered more important than others? which ones? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.12.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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Block design and vocab are very important. Coding is least important. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:52 PM Flag
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np - This is correct. Similarities is also very important. Coding doesn't matter at all unless the percentile is well below 50 percent (and even then it doesn't matter much). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.14.08, 06:05 AM Flag
[ - ] Does any family have 1 child in TT private and other(s) in public? I feel like our #2 will be fine in public but may be switch to older child's private in middle or high school? Do people do this, or most of the siblings follow older from elementary school? Our #1 ia very smart and need a lot of attention but #2 is kind of normal kid. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.12.08, 05:41 PM Flag
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Why not put #2 into #1's school from K? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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OP: To save some $$$. Also as I mentioned, DC#2 doesn't seem to need special attention like DC#1 does. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:46 PM Flag
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do you worry that #2 will resent it later? that she didn't get the same treatment? wouldn't #2 benefit from the special attention, even if a kind of normal kid? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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How old is #2? How can you be sure that #2 isn't just as sharp as #1, but in a very different way? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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OP: DC#2 is almost 3 year old but not as alert as #1. I want them to go to same TT school but financially a bit tight. I was wondering #2 can catch up late years. I hope MS/HS still have sibling preference. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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we have people like you at our public, and we all just assume #2 didn't get in, and that they are hoping to buff up the kid and try down the road. of the one person I knew who said they opted for public for #2, I couldn't help but feel they preferred #1, and so put all their resources (or at least more of their resources) toward that kid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 07:45 PM Flag
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wow that's a lot of assumptions. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 09:26 PM Flag
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I suppose. But you asked about this. Just thought I ould share. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.13.08, 06:37 AM Flag
[ - ] This is messed up: I bought my dd a little dress today at children's place; I bought her American Girl doll an outfit, too. The Doll's outfit cost more! 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:40 PM Flag
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I know...funny right but Children's place is cheap right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:45 PM Flag
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yes. I find some of the stuff a bit tacky but this dress was totally cute. . . [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:46 PM Flag
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everyonce in awhile they have really cute stuff, which my DD would even wear a dress...sigh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:48 PM Flag
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at least Kitt (or whoever) won't outgrow her dress. . . [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:47 PM Flag
[ - ] X Post: how much do you give for a Christening gift? Going to one tomorrow and unsure of appropriate amount. I sent a gift at the birth also. Dh's cousin. thanks. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:39 PM Flag
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its a little late, but I often give a 100.00 savings bond (you pay 50.00). Or you can just go to a bookstore and get a collection of prayers or a children bible. A teddy bear would be fine, a cross necklace, a charm bracelet with an appropriate charm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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OP: I know, I blew it, got to the bank today 15 minutes after they closed. Thanks for the other suggestions. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:45 PM Flag
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if its a boy, you could give a St. Christopher medal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.12.08, 05:48 PM Flag
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