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[ - ] Any nice wine bars with outdoor seating and decent food in NYC that come to anyone's mind? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.08.08, 02:04 PM Flag
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Vespa? not sure if it's really a wine bar, but they do have nice outdoor seating in the back. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:22 PM Flag
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I know of great wine bar, but they don't have outdoor seating [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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Vero on UES [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 07:14 PM Flag
[ - ] moms who live in a walkup apartment and travel with db via subway / bus - what carrier / stroller do you use? would you rec? my moby wrap is way too hot for db in this weather. it also drives me crazy when it starts to sag...b/c i'm all thumbs! 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:03 PM Flag
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the lightest weight maclaren -- can't remember the name. volo? just gave it up though. and i leave it downstairs by the front door -- but then my kid is walking, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 03:17 PM Flag
[ - ] Any suggestions for my dd (16 mo) that has been refusing milk for the last two months. Doesn't like yogurt much. Giving her cheese everyday, but how much calcium can she really be getting? Also drinking calcium-fortified OJ everyday. Ped says it is not enough, but I've tried everything! 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:00 PM Flag
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would she drink a smoothie? you can hide yogurt and milk in there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:03 PM Flag
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How does your ped account for cultures around the world that don't feed their kids cows' milk that still are nutritionally fine? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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they bf till they are 3 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:08 PM Flag
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yeah right. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:10 PM Flag
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well, some do. but its true you can get calcium other ways [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:08 PM Flag
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She started refusing milk before we took away the bottle. It's been two months now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:10 PM Flag
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If she refuses milk, then don't torture her. Look for vegetable sources of calcium. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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Like what? Broccoli? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:16 PM Flag
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I'm pretty sure a serving of cheese has about as much calcium at milk. It's basically milk that is cultured and concentrated by taking all the whey out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:17 PM Flag
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have you tried chocolate milk? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:25 PM Flag
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I used to add either stawberry or chocolate syrup to regular milk. They liked that. I used less and less and in a month, they liked regular milk [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:35 PM Flag
[ - ] I have a 6 1/2 month old ds. I am wondering why he does this. He doesn't really like to sit (I have to put him in a sitting position myself and, even then, he tries to come out of it). Crawling seems very far away. He wants to stand all the time though I know it is important that he learns to sit and crawl first. When did your dbs first sit by themselves? Anyone else have a kid like this? He keeps his arms out to his side stiffly in a crucifix position and he doesn't sit easily. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:56 PM Flag
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I've always read that some kids skip crawling altogether. I don't think it's "important" that they crawl first. Btw, my dd will be 7 months in 2 days, still doesn't sit on her own, has to really be propped up and certainly can't get into a sitting position on her own. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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my ds has been in love with standing since about 5 mo. he never did much sitting. he started crawling at 6.5 mo. Even then, it took him a while to understand he could get to seated position from there. just was never his favorite. He just walked this morning at 8 mo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:00 PM Flag
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Meh, my 7.5 month old is a great sitter, seems interested in crawling and can do it backwards a little but ADORES being on his feet. Who cares? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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both my dcs started trying to stand at 4 mos; dc#2 didn't really sit well or crawl till 8 mos. I wouldn't worry about it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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nothing wrong with this. my oldest barely sat, he also wanted to pull up and stand a lot from an early age, and was an early walker. and it is not really important what order these things happen. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:25 PM Flag
[ - ] Those battery operated jeeps that kids can drive around the yard - are you for them or against them? and why. 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:45 PM Flag
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do I have to for or against them? They seem like fun. They cost too much for me to buy. If someone else wants one, why do I care? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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against. Those batteries are horrible for the environment, and what for? Usually the kids only use it once in awhile. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:01 PM Flag
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hello no fun mom! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:02 PM Flag
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hey, if you're going to use it a ton, then go for it. But don't get something that's crappy just b/c you can afford to leave it in the garage for the whole summer and forget about it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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np: don't forget the huge pieces of plastic that make up the car. The whole thing is a disaster for the environment. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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life is bad for the environment. With that attitude you ought to cancel your internet access and give the $$ to Oxfam [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:30 PM Flag
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I use my internet connection every day. It's not just a big pile of plastic and toxic battery chemicals sitting in the basement for all but 3 days a year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:33 PM Flag
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LOL! You are far rtoo easy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:35 PM Flag
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huh? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:53 PM Flag
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There is a small group of people who think it is fun to play this "gotcha" game on UB. She just gotcha. -np [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:59 PM Flag
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to big and impractical for city life. where can he ride the thing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:29 PM Flag
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I kind of hate that kids wait for nothing these days. They get toys without asking, rewards without behaving, see movies before they are old enough, etc. It seems like there is no, "when you are older!" anymore. I have nothing against those Jeeps per se (other than the big plastic/battery issue which I could get over easily.) But this seems to fall into that same category. You want a go-kart? Make one. Can't figure out how? Ask dad/read a book or just wait till you are older. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:57 PM Flag
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ITTTA. I hate them and think it's decadent for a child to be riding around on one of those things instead of a bike. He'll get to drive soon enough. Also, driving is a serious responsibility. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 07:01 PM Flag
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against. Kids need to run around a playground/yard--not drive around it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 03:00 PM Flag
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Kids should use their muscles, not drive around in a battery powered vehicle. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 06:58 PM Flag
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ITA on both counts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 07:01 PM Flag
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my dd has a small one that she got as a gift; I wouldn't have bought it for her myself. she uses it occasionally, but never really got into it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 07:09 PM Flag
[ - ] Does anyone have Wii - the video games? MIL bought one for dh. I don't mind it for us, but I don't want it for the kids. dh doesn't understand. Give me some reasons that will help me convince him. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:43 PM Flag
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I feel the same way. How old are your dcs? I grew up with no video games and think I'm better off for it, and don't want my kids getting in to them when they're young [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:45 PM Flag
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3 and 5 - I have no idea if they even have games their age [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:46 PM Flag
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I'm not sure - I haven't let DH get one though he wants it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:46 PM Flag
[ - ] wearing a super thin bridesmaid dress in two weeks and em 3 mo pp. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.08.08, 01:42 PM Flag
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Sounds like a job for Spanx. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:56 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone else pregnant and not really watching what they eat? I avoid raw fish, but that is about it. have been eating mozerella and feta and deli meat. This is my 3rd and I think I am just not thinking. What are really the dangers of these thigns? 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:38 PM Flag
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word to the wise, bring it up with your doc at next appointment [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:38 PM Flag
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The only thing I don't touch is alcohol. Honestly, you would have to look pretty hard to find raw mozerella and feta, and any raw cheese at a boutique shop is made under pretty stringent requirements. I heard in France they don't eat raw veggie/salad but eat raw cheese, go figure! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:40 PM Flag
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my doc said a drink once or twice a week was fine, as was two cups fo coffee a day. she said this from day one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:41 PM Flag
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If you look it up, alcohol use in pregnancy is linked to ADD/ADHD and a couple other learning disabilities. Dyslexia already runs in my family, so I don't want to chance it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:43 PM Flag
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I meant to say moderate alcohol use. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:45 PM Flag
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those studies haven't been totally proven, and a glass of wine on rare occasions isn't going to hurt you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:45 PM Flag
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"haven't been totally proven" isn't exactly reassuring. OBs are going off their experience with kids they deliver. How are they going to know that 5-7 years after they said it was ok for you to drink 1-2 glasses a week that your kid was diagnosed with ADD? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:50 PM Flag
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why would an OB know anything about children 5-7 years down the road? Or what other factors could have contributed to their ADD? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:51 PM Flag
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the point is, they are telling you moderate alcohol is fine, because they don't see the effects of it in their practice. The only thing that they will see is severe fetal alcohol syndrome, of course moderate drinking isn't going to cause that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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the thing is, mothers have been moderately drinking for decades, and only in the pat 15-20 years has it become a real issue (i.e. NO drinking has become more common) at the same time there has been a huge rise in ADD/ADHD diagnoses [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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rise in diagnoses, but honestly I'm sure that my dad is ADD and my mom is dyslexic. Back then they just didn't get any help to cope and were labeled as dumb or uncooperative. That doesn't mean that it didn't exist. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:04 PM Flag
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Oh, I'm vegetarian, so no raw fish for me anyway. I would stay away from that without tons of wasabi. Americans rarely eat enough wasabi to kill the nasties in the fish [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:42 PM Flag
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wasabi isn't going to kill anything in fish, but I do like it! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:43 PM Flag
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really? I've always been told that wasabi helps to slow the parasites and kill them. Is that an urban legend? I tried googling it, and can't find any reputable site that says if this is true or untrue. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:06 PM Flag
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I have been eating just about everything in moderation - trying to keep the cheese pasturized but i love cheese too much to give it up completely. I've never liked deli meat but if I did I'd eat it. I also eat the occasional piece of sushi because I adore it and sometimes have terrible cravings, but only from places I know are very good, and not high-mercury fish. Also have been having a bit of wine since 2nd trimester - 1 glass a week at most, usually less. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:42 PM Flag
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the cheese is most likely all pasteurized so not a biggie. deli meat can give you listeria which is very very rare, but causes big problems for pregnant women. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:42 PM Flag
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well, I dont have liseria that I know of and I think all the cheese I eat is pateurized. I think I just need to try and think before I eat! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:45 PM Flag
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Also pg with #3 and eatting what ever I feel like. I don't drink at all, and am some what careful about seafood, but def. eatting cheese. I did stop eatting tomatoes for a bit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:25 PM Flag
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I admit I didn't pay as much attention with #2, but I did recently read about a study that concluded that in fact what the mom eats during pregnancy really does have an impact on the child, not just at birth but for their life. not to guilt trip you or anything, but maybe you should google it and see for yourself. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:27 PM Flag
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isn't that junk food vs. healthy food? It's not really about parasites and diseases if I remember correctly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:31 PM Flag
[ - ] my db is only 10mo, why oh why am I suddenly thinking about getting pg again/having another db? I do want another db, but certainly not yet. Sometimes the biological pull to reproduce is so irrational..... 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:37 PM Flag
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I got pregnant when my daughter was 1 YO. About to have the next baby in 5 weeks, and now 19 MO is in a really tough stage. V happy about the new baby but if I had to do it again, would have waited a little longer I think... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:42 PM Flag
[ - ] how much should my HHI be to even consider sending dc to a private school? what if i have two kids? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:36 PM Flag
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totally depends on the school. Some are quite generous with financial aid [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:37 PM Flag
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HHI is irrelevant to the question. The issue is how much of your HHI is not already devoted to housing and other expenses. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:39 PM Flag
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okay. how much should i have monthly after paying housing and other main expenses? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:49 PM Flag
[ - ] what vaccines did your 2 month old get? Our appt is next week. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:32 PM Flag
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We decided to split the vaccines into two appts. DD got 1 shot that was a combo of Diptheria, Tetnus, Pertussis and Hib, 1 shot for Hep B and rotovirus drops in her mouth. In 3 weeks we'll go back for 1 polio shot and 1 Pnuemococcal shot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:36 PM Flag
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I have no idea. You think you will remember these things forever. You don't. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:37 PM Flag
[ - ] how do you offer bagel to dc? as breakfast? with that? ds seems to like bagel a lot, but i feel just bagel for breakfast is too "plain". 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:27 PM Flag
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lox and cream cheese [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:28 PM Flag
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where can i find lox in grocery store? deli? or frozen products? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:30 PM Flag
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you must not be in NYC. deli near cheese/meats if presliced, or a good grocery will have it in a deli and slice it for you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:33 PM Flag
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in any grocery store, probably every deli - it is never frozen, its always refridgerated and its salmon. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:31 PM Flag
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give it alongside scrabled eggs, bacon, etc - how old is ds? cream cheese on a bagel is also good [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:29 PM Flag
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W/ cream cheese. For breakfast or a snack. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:29 PM Flag
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you can give up your ideas about 'plain' for many years to come. kids often like plain and so that could be just fine if he's interested in it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:30 PM Flag
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some like themplain. but you can put on cream cheese, peanut butter, whatever works [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:32 PM Flag
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op: thank you all! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:35 PM Flag
[ - ] birthday party 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.08.08, 01:27 PM Flag
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:27 PM Flag
[ - ] any recommendations for an atty for a special needs trust? dd will be qualifying for medicaid. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Special Needs 07.08.08, 01:27 PM Flag
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Once attended a lecture at YAI given by an attorney regarding this topic. can't remember his name. You could call YAI for a referral. Also, many estate lawyers may be versed in this as well. You could try someone like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:29 PM Flag
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thx [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:30 PM Flag
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I know for families with mentally ill members, the advocacy group is NAMI. Whatever group like that exists for your/dd's situation -- I would reach out to them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:57 PM Flag
[ - ] nanny needs advice...recently left my family of 3 yrs - i was p/t. needed f/t work. i never got bonuses. family rarely communicated/told me how much they appreicated me. they said they couldn't give me $1/riase & the bought a new house & car. on my last day i got nothing. last week they asked me to sit for their dc & i said yes. now i don't want to...i now fully realize how terrbily i was treated & don't want to see them again. wwyd? how do i back out of this? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:24 PM Flag
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Make up any excuse you need to. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:25 PM Flag
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Nanny here - just "suck it up" one last time and go , why mess up your 3 yrs reference for one session? but next time be careful how you answer, be firm and politely say NO , ya yada yada [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 05:07 PM Flag
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ITD. So many of these BitchMoms hold the "reference" thing over their nannies' heads so they can force them to kiss their a$$es all the time. Stop the vicious cycle. If you're a good nanny, you'll get work even without the reference. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 05:09 PM Flag
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call them and tell them something came up and you can't do it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:26 PM Flag
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cal and say you are sorry but something came up. but will you need them as a reference? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:26 PM Flag
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Don't back out if you still need them as a reference. Your situation sucks, but no point in shooting yourself in the foot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:35 PM Flag
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I was in your situation. Call them and tell them something has come up (make a good emergency excuse) and don't go. Just curious - are they V&J? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 01:36 PM Flag
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no, they live on upw R&T...selfish, selfish, selfish [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 04:25 PM Flag
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So many families are like this. They splurge on themselves and treat the women who actually raise their children like slaves. So sad. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 04:54 PM Flag
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If they won't have time to find another sitter, I would just do it. They'll probably know you are giving an excuse and why blow a reference you might need in the future? Just say no from now on. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:06 PM Flag
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Tell them you can't do it. You don't owe them an excuse. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 04:49 PM Flag
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