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Thank you so much for being a valued member of the UrbanBaby community. We wanted to inform you that we are shutting down the site on July 6th. We are grateful for your participation and support that has helped make UrbanBaby such an important resource to parents for many years.

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[ - ] whats the best italian restaurant these days in NYC? just want a quality simple pasta marina...but GOOD and GOOD wine 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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felidia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:30 AM Flag
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Il Mulino for old school Italian [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:31 AM Flag
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Vice Versa is great [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:33 AM Flag
[ - ] What's the best JFK hotel? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:03 AM Flag
[ - ] Need to lose 5 pounds....what would the best way be? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:59 AM Flag
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run 6 days a week for a month -- even if it's just 1 or 2 miles. and cut out alcohol. worked for me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:01 AM Flag
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i can usually drop 5 by cutting carbs and soda...not a long term strategy though [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:01 AM Flag
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40 minutes of some kind of cardio (I prefer elliptical and swimming) 5x per week and strength train no less than 2x per week. Don't allow any junk food in the house. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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seems like a lot of effort to lose 5 pounds. OP, just stick to a 1300-1400 calorie a day diet; up the whole grains/veggies. you'll drop 5 pounds in two weeks -- and probably keep it off. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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That's what works for me if I need to drop lbs. in week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:12 AM Flag
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The benefits are so great though (NP). She'll drop down a size in her clothes, increase her overall fitness & health. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:36 AM Flag
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eat fewer calories a day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:09 AM Flag
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what difference do 5 pounds make? why does anybody have to lose five pounds? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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not OP, but 5 lbs makes a lot of difference when you're only 5' 1" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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not really [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:57 AM Flag
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at that height there's a big difference between 107 and 112 lbs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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np: i am petite. started working out and lost 5 pounds. makes a huge difference if you are short! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:38 AM Flag
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like "I have a party in a month and I have to..." or just in general. For A. Cabbage soup diet. For B. Weight Watchers [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:45 AM Flag
[ - ] Does anyone have any experience with The River School daycare at 75 West End Avenue? I've gotten a spot and just wanted to hear any reviews before I accept. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 07.08.08, 08:57 AM Flag
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Someone in my office sent her kids there for a while (they moved to the suburbs). She was happy with it for a while but felt they weren't stimulated enough when they got closer to preschool age. But she liked it. I don't know her that well to know whether she's a malcontent. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:19 AM Flag
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What does the River School cost? I've been meaning to look into it. Website isn't very informative. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 11:28 AM Flag
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For fulltime babies it's $2050 a month. Then the price goes down from there as the kids get older or if you go part time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 11:35 AM Flag
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Agree with the post below about the program not being stimulating beyond toddler age. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 01:24 PM Flag
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Agree with post below that it's not stimulating enough beyond toddler. There are a lot of empty promises about activities & resources. And, my son's friend was left behind in the playground by his teachers on Friday afternoon. While the school fired the teachers, the director was telling the parents yesterday that they noticed the child was missing after 5-10 minutes. But on Friday evening, the parents heard from othger teachers that when the boy was returned to his class they were eating/had eaten their snack & they didn't know he was missing! The director is totally pulling a CYA either with or without the owner's knowledge. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.15.08, 01:27 PM Flag
[ - ] Looking for an OBGYN who takes OXFORD in mid-town area in NYC. Any recommendations? I prefer a female doctor. Thanks. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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check with Shawna Hedley. She's fabulous and on E. 43st. 212-599-4400 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:57 AM Flag
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Murray HIll, I think they are on 33rd. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:13 AM Flag
[ - ] WHat is the best exercise to thin out thighs and hips? I have been goig to a boxing gym for four month and have been squats like a madwoman - but my thighs are still flabby as are my hips and butt...what else can I do to firm up? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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climb lots of stairs... but what you're doing is good, it just takes time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:54 AM Flag
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Pilates mat work should help with that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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takes longer than 4 months, plus, it's not only about firming up -- you need to lose fat too (by losing weight). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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you need cardio to burn the fat--cycling or running will do it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:46 AM Flag
[ - ] I posted last week about my Dr. warning me I might be carrying multiples. Yep. Pregnant with TRIPLETS! Completely freaking out!!!!! I am 8 wks and already showing a belly... 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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Congrats and GL. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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wow! you're in for a ride! congrats! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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thanks. I am so overwhelmed at the moment, I really don't know what to think. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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np: congrats! My cousin was pg with triplets. She was floored for about 3mo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:57 AM Flag
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I think that will be me. How did everything go with her pg? I'm really really scared about it... this is my first (and second... and third...) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:01 AM Flag
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things were fine. She was laid up toward the end (very end) but she has 12 yr olds now [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:07 AM Flag
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^^^I just read you are young..good for you. You'll need the extra energy. My cousin was 40yr old and did IVF [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:08 AM Flag
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Ahh. Thanks. Glad her family is happy and healthy! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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holy shit..congrats! wow. My sis had twins and LOVED it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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Congrats. I think I remember you from last week. WOW, any other kids? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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no, this is my first pregnancy. Completely natural as well... and I'm young... and no multiples in the family... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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Whoa! Good luck! Start building bunk beds! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:06 AM Flag
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Whoa! Insta-family! You will do great. But will definitely need help in the beginning. Any family nearby? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:09 AM Flag
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DH's parents (who are old and fil is ill) and sister (who hates me)... my family is across the country. I have some great friends and a neice who is nearby in college and has already offered to babysit! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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You should start practicing some clever comebacks for all the dumb questions you are gonna get. My wife had multiples and I used to get, "Are they natural?" all the time. After the second time I started saying, "No. One is a robot. But we aren't going to tell either of them." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:09 AM Flag
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lol, that's great! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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lol cute [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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i was totally freaked out for about 3 months of my first pregnancy, and i just had one baby in there. so freaking out is pretty normal in your situation, i think! hang in there! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Wow. I'm too old to have more children, and I envy you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:28 AM Flag
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Thanks. I just didn't think I was going to have them all at once. It is completely daunting [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:29 AM Flag
[ - ] What's the point of rest time at school? My ds hates the 30 minute rest/nap time now that he's in school from 9-3, and it sounds like a lot of other kids don't like it. Why do schools bother with it? The kids don't nap and would rather be playing. It seems like the only purpose it serves is to give teachers a break and get some kids in trouble (eg my kid). 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.08.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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elementary school? what grade? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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pre-K age [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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mandated by the state. many 4yos still need a nap or at least some quiet time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:53 AM Flag
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I had no idea it was mandated. Interesting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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My DC had rest-time in public K, too. I think it's required until Jan. since there are still 4 yos in the class b/c of cutoffs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:25 AM Flag
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it's a quiet time. Some kids need a nap, need the break. My dd used it to write in her school journal, read a book, ect. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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my dc rests at 1230-1 and I pick up at 2. quiet time is good for them and good for me when I do p/u-dc is less grumpy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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Schools do not meet all kids' needs, period. That's one reason we're homeschooling... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:02 AM Flag
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seriously? one of the reasons you're homeschooling is to avoid the pre-k and k 30 minute rest period? give me a break. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:06 AM Flag
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I would rather my dc be in school and have to deal with the 30 minute rest time than end up sheltered and socially awkward with homeschooling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:21 AM Flag
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My DS naps during that time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:26 AM Flag
[ - ] Off the ex-girlfriend who calls DH all the time. I am an ex girlfriend of a very close make friend who is married with dcs. I am also married with dcs. My ex and I have carried on a healthy asexual friendship now for over 15 years and the idea that I am a threat to his DW would be insulting to me. Men and women can be friends without there being a sexual component. So to that DW I say forget about the ex, you are obsessing. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.08.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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I agree. My dh has a very close female friend (they never dated). They still go out to dinner, catch a movie, ect. Doesn't bother me at all. With that said..if your ex or female friend tells you that she wished she was the one pg with your baby, that's crossing the line. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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That was strange, I think she is not a friend, I think they are sleeping together [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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yes she def. sounds like she's more than his ex or at least wants to be more than a friend [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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a dh (and I too have a relationship with an ex): you can't ignore the, "I ought to be the one having your baby" part. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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No not ignoring it you are right. I would never tell my ex I wanted his baby unless we were still involved, which is what I think is going on here. Did not read the entire thread until just no - yowza! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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I would not make the leap you did. She may just really want to be a mom. BUT I do wonder about her mental state. If for no other reason than she ought to have a filter which says, "Sally, don't say what you are thinking right now." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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This is what I mean, only someone very comfortable revealing intimate taboo thoughts (ie someone sleeping with someone else) would exchange that sort of info. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:07 AM Flag
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Funny how two different people can interpret the same thing so differently. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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yes that is true if only more ladies on here understood that! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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I would worry about the ex in this instance - she sounds deranged, and her comment that she wishes she were having the op's dh's baby is really inappropriate. However, I know my dh has a number of close female friends and there is nothing sexual between any of them, to the people posting that men who have women friends are sleeping with them, you are crazy! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:09 AM Flag
[ - ] OP with GF who asked if DB looked normal. Thanks to everyone who answered, I am going to call and ask if she followed up with making a doctors appointment, I think that is the most tactful way to do this 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Special Needs 07.08.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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good, come back and let us know what happens [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:14 AM Flag
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I will tell you this though. 99% of us with SN kids had our regular peds miss things, dismiss our concerns, tell us we were worrying over nothing. If your friend has one of those peds, I would tell her to contact EI. Sadly, EI is actually way more knowledgeable about developmental issues than the average ped. You are a good friend to do this! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 02:26 PM Flag
[ - ] Spent two hours at a playdate this morning listening to two good friends argue over which is better to stay home or work - one works the other stays at home and the slinging and nasty arrows back and forth and their chosen lifestyle was very upsetting. Why can't people let other people do what is right for them and shut their mouths. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.08.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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itta. I don't feel that either way makes anyone a better mom. I know moms who work because they have to but other moms who work because they want to. I know sahm (like myself) who feel lucky to be able to stay at home and do lots with the kids (classes, playdates, ect). I know sahm who do nothing all day with the kids. It all depends on the individual and is their decision. PPL need to mind their own business and stop trying to make themselves feel better about their own decisions by putting others down [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:54 AM Flag
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^^^I saw a show the other day with this debate and some wohm who told this sahm that her kid needs day care because by her staying at home with him he's not getting enough socialization. This woman's comment was so ignorant. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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slightly off topic - but i have always woh - flexible schedule but pretty much full time - recently my 5 yo has started to notice that friends mom stay homen and has been crying in the mornings BEGGING me not to leave. not sure if this is brought on by other changes as well (starting K in fall, friends leaving city, etc.), but for the first time ever I feel guilty. I'm leaving work in a bit to go have a special lunch date with him - hope some one on one time helps. I really honestly believe there is NO right/wrong answer to the question. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:03 AM Flag
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I think what you are doing (the lunch and other one on one times with your dh) is exactly what I would do. I sah but when I had #2 I made sure I had alone time with #1..it really made bringing home another dc easier (not comparing our situations) but alone time really does help [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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^^meant with DS not dh [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:12 AM Flag
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NP. My dd is younger, but my friends with older kids say this happens when their kids get older. They make every effort to be at seemingly trivial school functions when the other moms are there and also to do special things with the kids (like, Thursday is pizza night). So then you can say "I have to go to work today, but Thursday is pizza night." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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Uh, hello, you are judging those who you assume do "nothing" just because they are not dragging their dbs out to classes and playdates... there is nothing wrong with a quiet, home-based start to life (ps: I *do* bring db to classes, but I don't think it makes for superior mothering)... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:21 AM Flag
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I WOHM FT now 4 days. My pre-baby friends really do a mix of things PT/FT WOHM, SAHM and act pretty normal about it all. The majority - not all - seem to wish they could work PT. Overall I kind of feel like everyone realizes their is no easy answer and struggles. I know there are moms that have to work, but this group is able to choose more or less. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:29 AM Flag
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I'm surprised this happened IRL. Happens all the time on UB, but I always assumed that IRL, people showed more respect toward others' choices. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:35 AM Flag
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And it was so upsetting to you that you decided to come here and start the whole thing over again?! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 10:36 AM Flag
[ - ] when did you start showing with #2? when did you start wearing maternity clothes? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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9 wks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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for both? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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yes because at 9wks my jeans were tight and uncomfortable around the tummy. I just moved on to wearing yoga pants. I'm pg with #3 now and same thing..showed at 9 wks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:47 AM Flag
[ - ] dammit! where is my camera? I have the charger, I have the transfer cables, I even have the extra tiny memory card. how can I not know where the camera is? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:25 AM Flag
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in your purse? coat pocket? underwear drawer? desk drawer? dc's laundry hamper? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:32 AM Flag
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where did you take pictures most recently? i'll often put my camera on a dresser or something after snapping pics and forget to return it to its case. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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not in the first 2 or the last. looked in underwear and desk drawer, but need to look more thoroughly. most likely it's in the black hole, otherwise known as dh's desk...or it was a bonus prize for the guys who fixed the hole in our ceiling. I haven't used it in a couple of months [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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no. It was cool that day. It is in your heavy jacket. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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it's not that small. I wouldn't carry it in a pocket [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:06 AM Flag
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the kid(s) got a hold of it and abducted it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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pray to st anthony the patron st of finding things-always works for me [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:01 AM Flag
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oh, biy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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the saint of finding things? awesome! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:14 AM Flag
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In your beach bag from the weekend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:14 AM Flag
[ - ] I have a 3 yo who still can't ride a bike and am pg with another db. I should just go buy a Lik-a-bike because I will get much use out of it right? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:25 AM Flag
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what do you mean still can't ride a bike? do you mean he can't pedal at all? how will him riding a bike make your life easier after db is born? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:27 AM Flag
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He can't pedal at all or balance. I just think he would use it and then later his younger brother would use it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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np: you mean w/ training wheels or w/o? Maybe a Kettler scooter? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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i don't know - do you want him to learn to pedal? i'd get him a trike with pedals. he can still push himself along with his feet (my 2.5 y.o. can reach the ground on a regular trike) until he figures out the pedals. if you get him one without pedals, how will he learn? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:33 AM Flag
[ - ] how long did you keep working before delivering? i just turned 39 weeks and am dragging so hard. but...my job is not stressful. maybe time would go even slower if i were lazing around at home....thoughts? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.08.08, 08:19 AM Flag
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I gave up work 4wks before baby was due then he arrived 2wks early. I used those two weeks to do the baby shopping. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:21 AM Flag
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my company gives 3wks off before the due date. Which is awesome, although the time at the end does drag like you wouldn't believe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:23 AM Flag
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I am so glad that I am self-employed. I am taking off a month before due date, and not going back to work for at least 9 months. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:24 AM Flag
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YES! time will move more slowly if you're sitting around at home. i taught school and the year ended about 5 wks before i delivered #1. i've never watched more tv or felt more slovenly in my life. i was addicted to TRL and in love with Carson Daly at the age of 30 - so sad. not even sure that show still exists. BUT if you have friends who will hang out with you or a pool you could lounge in, it wouldn't hurt to have a week of free time before motherhood begins. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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my job is not super-stressful either, but by 39 weeks i needed to work at home. i did that for a week and then took off after my due date. i was due 4 days ago and no baby yet -- and definitely the time is dragging. but i'd rather be home where i can rest than hauling my ass to the office every day! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:29 AM Flag
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my thoughts exactly. I didn't work for my first and was climbing the walls. With the others I have stayed at work and the time went by quickly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:29 AM Flag
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I worked up until the day of the delivery - which was two weeks early. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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^^^ sorry - almost forgot. I was on an alternate schedule - coming in later and leaving the usual time. i was exhausted from the pregnancy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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I worked at home during the last week before I gave birth. It was so helpful not to commute to work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 09:08 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone know where my dc can take ERB in Brooklyn? We're applying to K's this fall.... 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:19 AM Flag
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Call the ERB office - they have locations in schools in Brooklyn. My dc took it at Packer-Collegiate [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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in their preschool or at the ERB office on 42st in Manhattan [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 08:33 AM Flag
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