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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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[ - ] are you in the hamptons right now? where? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.01.08, 05:22 PM Flag
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brearley [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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No but will be there this time tomorrow [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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hampton bays [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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I wish. sitting in queens, contemplating our commute to the uws next year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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Hi fellow Anderson mom! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 06:07 AM Flag
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Lame VBA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 06:19 AM Flag
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np. As opposed to the OP's question, which didn't even attempt to be veiled. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:42 AM Flag
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no, can't stand them in the summer [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:43 AM Flag
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No, thank God. Never again. It's like the worst of UB in a technicolor nightmare. Berkshires, Adirondacks, even the Poconos...anywhere but the Hamptons for us. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 11:18 AM Flag
[ - ] Newsflash: You all have a Babysitter not a Nanny. 31 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.01.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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i actually always preferred "babysitter" to "nanny" - more descriptive and less pretentous [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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^^also - my fabulous sitters prefer "babysitter" since they are not career nannies - they are typically people in transition and upwardly mobile in some way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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I'm fine with having a babysitter. My sitter has been with the family for 7 years, helps with homework, is a lot of fun, can be trusted to recognize when my ds is symptomatic and administers his asthma medicines, and is utterly reliable. I'm lucky to have her. Not sure what would be different if I had a "nanny." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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She would have credentials as one [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:32 PM Flag
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Yes, I understand she would have credentials. I meant, in her day to day responsibilities, and with confidence in her abilities to take care of my kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:40 PM Flag
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np: what exactly would those credentials be? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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Newsflash: No one cares about your newsflash. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:25 PM Flag
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so true [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:30 PM Flag
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except most of new york city pretentious women...of which you are one [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:30 PM Flag
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lol Not even close, but play again soon! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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lol! was thinking the same thing. I use the word nanny as a general term. never thought about it being status thing or pretentious. its just the word used here in nyc. most people I know with nannies are far from glamorous or socially ambitious. ridiculous point to make here. meaningless. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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I think the poster must not live in NYC; it seems that she doesn't realize that NYers use nanny and babysitter interchangeably; has nothing to do with pretentious. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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np: ita. i usually use nanny to differentiate between someone you have for FT childcare and babysitter for someone you use on an ad hoc or very PT basis. So the person who cares for dc during the week is our "nanny" but the woman we use for Saturday nights is our "sitter" although I'm pretty sure she works FT during the week for someone else as a "nanny". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:49 PM Flag
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nnp. I use the terms the same way. Nanny = full time, regular hours. Babysitter = part time, irregular hours. I wonder what the distinction is in OP's mind? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:52 PM Flag
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I think has this definition: Nanny: hired by someone who loves her children. Babysitter: hired by someone who doesn't love her children - a stupid slatternly individual. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:54 PM Flag
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i think there are people who think that a babysitter is just there to supervise sleeping kids while you go on a date - like the neighbor's 15 yo, whereas a nanny is supposed to be "raising the child" and therefore should be experienced, credentialed, etc. so saying that people have a babysitter and not a nanny is a way to say that parents are essentially hiring inexperienced, uncredentialed childcare providers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:55 PM Flag
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What are nanny credentials? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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I don't have either. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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Everyone I know who hires a "nanny" is unhappy. those of us who have babysitters are pretty pleased. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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I'm an AA parent, who employed a white nanny. I just enjoyed calling her that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:31 PM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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Just being honest. Of course, I would never admit this any place but on an anonymous board. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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I like you! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:56 PM Flag
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:-) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:05 PM Flag
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i have a nanny [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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I don't have either...so there! But I'd take either in a heartbeat. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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newsflash: it may sound pretentious to a smug, mouthbreathing f&cktard like you, but it's actually a useful designation. a babysitter is the college girl who sits on saturday night. a nanny is a full-time employee. you all are a bunghole. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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yes, very few nannies from what i can tell. lots of full time babysitters out there chatting on the phone, rocking the stroller with their foot while sitting on the park bench hanging with their friends. oh yeah, they also complain a great deal about the classes the moms sign the children up for that require babysitter's presence and participation (clapping, singing, dancing, it's too much!) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:32 PM Flag
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i'm sure they all laugh at these silly NYC parents who think a 6 mo needs classes! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:39 PM Flag
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Parents just want to get the babysitter/nanny out of the house with classes so they don't go bonkers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:48 PM Flag
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my 48yo nanny would be offended by that comment [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 09:33 PM Flag
[ - ] Making myself insane (I admit it). Ds is as sleepaway - he's been there for a few days. You can look for there pictures on this website, and there are very few pictures of him, and he doesn't look happy or unhappy. Please tell me this doesn't give me a real indication of his mental state, and he's probably fine! 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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Did you see the Boston Globe article on the craziness of parents these days? They call it "kidsick"? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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it doesn't but it gives us all a good indication of your mental state [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:22 PM Flag
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Clearly, I am driving myself crazy. And I am feeling kidsick. Just hope he's happy and not homesick. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:24 PM Flag
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Of course he is happy, now leave him alone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:24 PM Flag
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I'm leaving him alone; I'm just not leaving YOU alone. And my poor dh . . . . [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:25 PM Flag
[ - ] I am a babysitter who has worked with several families whose children are on the spectrum. I am currently working with two boys, once who is severe and one who is moderate. Any advice on the nasty people (parents and sitters) at parks who make snide comments and ask rude questions about these wonderful boys? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Special Needs 07.01.08, 05:19 PM Flag
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stare at them blankly for a second and then say "why do you ask?" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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What kinds of questions? That will help me come up with an answer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 08:14 PM Flag
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OP: What the hell is wrong with him? or something along the lines of Why are you letting him do so and so he's too old... blah blah blah [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:38 PM Flag
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np: I would be very straightforward - "He is on the spectrum, this activity is exactly right for him." While picturing smacking their nasty faces... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:42 PM Flag
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np: that sounds like very good advice, except I'm not sure everyone knows what "spectrum" means. maybe say "autistic spectrum" if that's appropriate or say "processing disorder that makes it difficult for him to xxxxx" .... I'm just thinking that people who are assine enough to make the comments you describe may not even be aware of special needs issues. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:44 PM Flag
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You're right, OP should be as clear and concise as possible. It's amazing to me that parents are so insensitive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:49 PM Flag
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My favorite, although a bit snotty, response is, "what's wrong with you?" I usually say dc has developmental delays. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.03.08, 04:16 PM Flag
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Look them square in the eye and say, "What makes this your business?" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:46 PM Flag
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saw a kid at sesame place with a shirt that said, "i am not rude, i am not spoiled, i am not aggressive ( i think that was the last one)" i have autism. on the back it said, "discipline doesn't cure autism" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.03.08, 04:20 PM Flag
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obviously this kid can't wear the shirt everyday though... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.03.08, 04:21 PM Flag
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as a parent of an ASD child..just ignore it. it's a waste of energy and time. you can be doing better things than trying to educate ignorant humans. if they get real nasty...smack em. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.03.08, 04:50 PM Flag
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i'd suggest you try to say (as pleasantly as you can) "we're working on it". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.03.08, 05:17 PM Flag
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^^^and i say this b/c the parents might not want to advertise the fact that their child has delays or disabilities. it's not your place to share this information with others. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
[ - ] going on vacation w/db next week. she's 5 1/2 mos. can i use sunscreen on her? the bottle says 6 mos. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:14 PM Flag
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keep her out of the sun as much as possible. if she has to be in the sun, use sunscreen -- it just hasn't been tested on babies under 6 months so that's all they'll put on the label. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:16 PM Flag
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thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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i went away with my 5 mo ds and I used sunscreen on him. just dont put on hands and just try not to have to use it (stay out of sub) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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Yes. But you will want to use a shirt with high spf, a hat, and umbrella as well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:58 PM Flag
[ - ] can you have sex while on bedrest 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 07.01.08, 05:13 PM Flag
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no. that's not rest. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:14 PM Flag
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you need to ask your doctor. it's not that clear cut [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:42 PM Flag
[ - ] This question is going to seem way out of date, but believe it or not we JUST got our OLSAT scores. My dd did unbelievably badly, but in a weird way: she got a 57% on the OLSAT, a 92% on the BRSA. I know some here are very informed about these tests: any ideas what might account for this kind of disparity? 25 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.01.08, 05:12 PM Flag
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oh please, someone answer... sitting here wondering if dd is not only not G&T, she should be in special ed! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:15 PM Flag
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The BRSA tests basics - shapes, numbers and colors. The OLSAT tests learning readiness. Neither are an IQ test. I think the OLSAT is a strange test and it is possible for very bright kids to bomb it if they are creative thinkers. I would not give it a second thought. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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maybe she just didn't care about the test. you know your DD. You know if she has special needs or not -- ignore the test! throw that paper away and move on! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:17 PM Flag
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I know, it's just weird that the scores were SO different... 92 and 57?!? That's really radically different. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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np. It's really not so surprising. They're completely different tests. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:24 PM Flag
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The OLSAT tests cognition. Its operation definitions and content are very similar to what you'd see with an IQ test, though technically it's not an IQ test. The BRSA is a school-readiness test and is pretty different from an IQ test. It asks about stuff like letters, shapes, colors, numbers. A score of 57% isn't so awful. 50% is the average score nationally. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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^^ Sorry. That should have been operational definition. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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it's worse than anyone else's I've ever heard, and my kid is definitely not dumber than every other kid I know who took this test, most of whom scored above 80% at least. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:27 PM Flag
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^^ thank you for the explanation though [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:27 PM Flag
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She could have had a bad day or maybe she didn't feel comfortable with the person that administered the test. I would not worry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:31 PM Flag
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I can understand that she might have had a bad day, I would just think that then she'd do poorly on BOTH tests. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:33 PM Flag
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I think the BRSA is given first, so she may have lost steam. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:44 PM Flag
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brsa is numbers, colors and shapes. if she has learned these from you or preschool or wherever, she likely was able to perform on the test. its a matter of exposure and learning. olsat is more reasoning, verbal and visuospatial tasks, etc. she may not do as well becasue exposure and enrichment are not what is being tested, although having some practice with the concepts may help. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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Please don't stress about this too much. It's a snapshot of 45 minutes of your dc's life. That's all. There's a HUGE element of crapshoot in all this testing of 4 yos. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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Take the results with a grain of salt. My dc took it last year, and got 90+%, but was waitlisted. Dc took it again this year, and got around a 67%, mostly because she got 2/3 of the answers wrong on the non-verbal part. Did my dc get dumber over a year? No, she aced her report card and excellent reviews from her teacher. Just probably didn't know how to bubble an answer sheet, never really having done one in 1st grade. Or she just had a bad day. I will never know since the DOE has not answered my appeal to see her test. A good score on OLSATs is likely very accurate, but a poor score does not mean that you do not have a bright child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:57 PM Flag
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lol! dc got 70 on sb, 98 on erbs and 99 on olsat 2 years ago and ended up at anderson. we were so freaked by the sb score. really thought we had a dummy on our hands. luckily, anderson did not require the sb score when we applied. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:11 PM Flag
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"really thought we had a dummy on our hands"? Are you serious? You are kidding, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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we had a kind of similar story; 86 on sb, 98 on erbs (didn't take olsat). fall birthday so took sb one year before erbs and worried dc would never get into a good school. felt such relief when we got the erb scores. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 02:52 PM Flag
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that's weird. i would appeal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:11 PM Flag
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oh for goodness sake. the two tests are very different. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:20 PM Flag
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Yes, but both just as unreliable in 4 year olds. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:23 PM Flag
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Ignore it, seriously. I know people whose children got 30s on the OLSAT and are clearly very bright (have tested well elsewhere). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 10:09 AM Flag
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Most kids do better on the BSRA (not BRSA). My daughter got a perfect score on that, and got a 75 on the OLSAT. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 11:04 AM Flag
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Did the DOE provide any explanation for why you only got your scores now? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 11:06 AM Flag
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BSRA takes 10-15 minutes to ask about stuff that really doesn't have to do with IQ. Not saying Olsat does, and olsat is kinda mind numbing. Having to sit through the whole thing to point at pictures. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.02.08, 04:16 PM Flag
[ - ] The whole nanny thing is simple. If you want someone who cares for your dcs, if you want someone who you don't have to complain about, you have to pay them properly for the very important job they do. If you don't want to pay them adequately then you have a babysitter. Reconcile you needs and your abilities. 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.01.08, 05:09 PM Flag
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Not necessarily true. Paying a crappy nanny more money does not automatically make her better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:10 PM Flag
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itta [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:11 PM Flag
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No but paying one well actually entitles you to complain if they don't [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:14 PM Flag
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So you should pay them more money so people like you will think that my complaints are more valid? You make no sense. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:15 PM Flag
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No the point is, though you don't want to concede, is that you get what you pay for. You have a babysitter not a nanny. So deal with what you have purchased and if you want more purchase better, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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the problem with overpaying a nanny is that they talk to others and the crappy nannies then demand the same amt that Mary Poppins is getting [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:12 PM Flag
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Plus, I would think you'd complain more. "I pay Nanny a gazillion dollars a week and she didn't do db's laundry today?" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:14 PM Flag
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Well isn't that interesting. This term 'nanny is actually reserved for professionally trained nannies. Women in NYC throw the term around because it makes them feel as if they are upwardly mobile, but the truth is unless you find and adequately pat a real nany a nannies salary you are getting a babysitter, and if so then so be it. You get what you pay for. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:16 PM Flag
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I think you should go over to the other site. You are exactly the kind of beyotch they love over there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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Too much reality always begs a response like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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itta. 95% of people in NYC have babysitters but call them nannies because for them its like having a big ring. pathetic. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:23 PM Flag
[ - ] what do you know about clair, greifer llp for handling divorce? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 07.01.08, 05:01 PM Flag
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nope [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:05 PM Flag
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bernard clair has got to be the best divorce attorney in this city! he has handle some celeb cases! granted you probably won't have him handling your divorce, you will be in good hands with his associates [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:07 PM Flag
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Okay Mrs. Clair [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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haha no i am not her [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:40 PM Flag
[ - ] i have friends from college coming into nyc to visit...all moms looking for nice hotel, but not too pricey. any suggestions? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:53 PM Flag
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how many friends? have you considered finding a sublet? when my parents come to visit, they usually find a place on vrbo.com or craigslist. would be cheaper than hotel, i think. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:59 PM Flag
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how are these? my family all lives out of town and although we have a 2br, we have a baby so they have a hard time staying here...it has caused so much stress b/c the cost of hotels is soo expensive. point being, any cheaper ideas are greatly appreciated! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:09 PM Flag
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my parents have always had good luck finding affordable, nice places in manhattan, mostly through craigslist. check out what's available on craigslist on short term rentals/sublets. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:15 PM Flag
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what neighborhood? On the UWS, try the Excelsior on 81st overlooking the natural history museum. Not fancy but decent and better than other neighborhoody hotels. Also on the UWS, the Beacon and the Lucerne. Lucerne is nicer but rooms are tiny. Beacon is very basic but decent size rooms. They also have "suites" that are a good price if you are sharing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:33 PM Flag
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also, on UWS, On the Avenue. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:57 PM Flag
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i think on York Avenue, the Helmsley Medical Tower has hotel rooms and it's supposed to be less expensive. used often by people who come in for medical care at the area hospitals so they offer long ter m stay rates too i think. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 06:52 PM Flag
[ - ] Newly pg with #2 and I forgot I can't eat lunch meat. I had the turkey artichoke at panera and it was in that grill and the meat was warm. OK? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:51 PM Flag
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Wow...you must have been crazy when pregnant with #1....calm down [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:57 PM Flag
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No- I just knew what to avoid and did it. I am so much more distracted this time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:00 PM Flag
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really? I can't live without my lunch meat. I ate ham, cheese, salami, ect during my 1st and 2nd pg..now I'm pg with #3 and doing the same [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:04 PM Flag
[ - ] when you put your 3 yo to bed, does s/he stay in bed? as soon as i leave the room, ds is out of bed, turns on the light and plays with whatever is in his room. if i take out all of the toys, he'll flip through books for hours. i go in and turn of the light, put him back in bed every 10 minutes, but he is right back out. doesn't go to sleep until 2 hours after i've put him to bed and am worried this will cause probs when he is in preschool in the fall. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:50 PM Flag
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this was my fear but dd never did this. She stays in bed..but I did warn her that if she gets out of bed to play, I will take that toy away [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:51 PM Flag
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My 3yo stays in bed. I go nuts with the 45 minute book/story routine. That would drive me crazy. HOw long has this been going on? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:51 PM Flag
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been going on for about a month. and i also do a 30-40 min book/ story wind-down, but he seems to get a second wind once i leave his room. it is completely driving me nuts but i have an infant i need to put down after ds and i can't stand guard outside his door all night. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:00 PM Flag
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Have you tried not going back in? That is what I would do. He may be trying to engage you and when he sees that you are not engaging, he may just get in bed and go to sleep. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:02 PM Flag
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If he has to get up earlier in the fall, his body will probably adjust after a bit and he'll go to sleep earlier. I'd leave it alone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:59 PM Flag
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just wondering, does he still nap? my dd did this when she was around 3, and would stay up for 2 hours after bedtime, like she had a second wind. once she stopped napping, she was in bed and asleep by 7:30. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:01 PM Flag
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no nap and he is constantly in motion from the moment he wakes up, so I know he is pooped when I put him to bed. in fact, his eyes were fluttering during book reading tonight- the second wind arrives when the door shuts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:04 PM Flag
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maybe try a sticker chart? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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Nope, he sure does not stay in bed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:13 PM Flag
[ - ] A friend is renting an apt. and his landlord told him today he has to leave because they need to renovate in Aug. He has the option to leave for a few months and come back. He doesn't have enough funds to look for another apt. with leaving a deposit. Are there any rights he has a renter to not move out? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:47 PM Flag
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that sucks. I would call 311 and ask. I hope someone on here knows the laws for renters [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:50 PM Flag
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Sure there are rights. Is he being evicted? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:50 PM Flag
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not really sure if he's being evicted. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:52 PM Flag
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It's hard to get someone out in NYC, anyway. Unless he's been to court, he should stay put. Call 311 like above poster to see the rights. It sounds fishy. Why in the world do they need to renovate. That is done between tenants. If it is rent stabilized, maybe the landlord is trying to get the rent up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:55 PM Flag
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Did he sign a lease? If yes - he can stay. If no, see. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:22 PM Flag
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Depends on his agreement. If it's a month-to-month lease, then he has to leave. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:03 PM Flag
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that is why you sign a lease [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 07:04 PM Flag
[ - ] I am flying with my 6 mo later this month. I bought him a seat, so no reason to revisit that issue. What is the rule of thumb for packing? One outfit and diaper for him per hour of flight time and one outfit for me per hour of flight time? Been a long time since I did this. TIA. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:38 PM Flag
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I just took 2 outfits (PJ's or something comfy) and a big handful of pampers (just in case). I never packed clothing for me..just lots of baby wipes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:42 PM Flag
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No clothing for you? You weren't worried about db spitting up or throwing up on you during the flight? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:45 PM Flag
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no I wasn't..I had baby wipes and that cleans a lot. I guess my mind was more on what if the baby gets dirty [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:49 PM Flag
[ - ] what is a good bed time for a 5mo? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:38 PM Flag
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7-8 pm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:40 PM Flag
[ - ] Is this in red dots and red with white dots too young/girlish for my 5 yr old ds????? His quilt is navy with rockets & planets in reds & yellows. many tia 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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http://www.garnethill.com/jump.jsp?itemID=7398&itemType=PRODUCT&path=1%2C2%2C2773%2C5857%2C5861&iProductID=7398 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:32 PM Flag
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Op- BTW, he loves it now...just wondering what he'll think & his friends, when he's 6 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:34 PM Flag
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???? Doesn't anyone have a few seconds to look??????? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 04:56 PM Flag
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I always love the dot pattern and I think it goes with a lot. Not too girlish at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.01.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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