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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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[ - ] Anyone take Wellbutrin and have this weird "pulsing"? It almost feels like a brain contraction thats lasts a split second. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:35 AM Flag
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some people have reported side effects like that. how long have you been on it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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2 weeks, but I just started feeling this yesterday. I did not take it this morning but I am still having these twinges and they are very odd and disconcerting and I have a pretty threshhold for side effects. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:45 AM Flag
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i would report it to your prescribing doc. it might not be the best med for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 07:01 AM Flag
[ - ] need a fantastic brunch place in DC/Arlington for me and my bff. any recommendations? tia 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.26.08, 06:30 AM Flag
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Made a recommendation on your previous post. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:31 AM Flag
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Thanks. I looked it up on WPost site, and it sounds amazing. Have you been to brunch there? It mostly recommended dinner. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:32 AM Flag
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Yes. The food can be so-so, but the views are great. Fun place to linger over Mimosas with a friend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:33 AM Flag
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Excellent. Thanks SO much. I couldn't find ANYTHING else. Other than IHOP. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:35 AM Flag
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There's lots other than IHOP. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:37 AM Flag
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Fanny Brown's -- brunch buffet and so, so good! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:55 AM Flag
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Couldn't find it on any website. where is it located? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 07:00 AM Flag
[ - ] All this getting into school talk over the past few weeks is literally terrifying me, and I haven't even had my db yet. Didn't grow up in NYC, so this is new territory. 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:26 AM Flag
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don't worry. Just enjoy your pg then just do your homework. Get to know the process but when you will apply, get off UB because I have read so many untruths or exaggerations on here about the process and the schools [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:29 AM Flag
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It is terrifying. Having just gone through it I can tell you it is very stressful. But try to keep a level head. Maybe by the time your dc is five there will be more schools, public and private to look at. Don't worry about it now though [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:29 AM Flag
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That doesn't have to be you--it's not me. We can't afford private so right away I'm not worrying about that. I think G&T is a crock, and we're in a decent zone for elementary so I'm not obsessing about it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:30 AM Flag
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I hope you realize that you are lucky then [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:31 AM Flag
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Maybe, but I also think you make your own luck. We chose an apartment in a decent zone specifically so we'd have this situation. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:35 AM Flag
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np: yes but you were able to choose an apt. in a decent zone. Many ppl don't have that luxury [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:36 AM Flag
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I'm not so sure. We gave up some things in order to live here. The people I know who don't live in decent zones didn't really try. And, to be clear, we're not in an marquee zone--just a decent one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:39 AM Flag
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regardless of how much you want to move into a good zone, if you don't have the means you don't. As much as I would love to be in the west village, no way in hell could we afford to buy or rent there. Just too much [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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Sorry, what is G&T? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:31 AM Flag
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Gifted and Talented [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:35 AM Flag
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np: you do realize that D1 sucks right. So her best bet is NEST if she likes that kind of school or PS 110. Other than that, all down hill [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:33 AM Flag
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don't even think about this-you have time. we have gone through process for 2 kids-you can make it as crazy and stressful asyou want. we did a fcfs preschool and only did ongoing for each of them-it worked out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 07:20 AM Flag
[ - ] hello all, I am honestly looking for some advice here, not to start any ideological threads. I have never posted on this board. I live in the east village (D1). Is it completely naive to think that I can send dc to a non-TT regular affordable neighborhood pre-school and then apply to the public schools like neighborhood and earth school and NEST as a total long shot as a schooling plan? He is only 13 months so I am trying to think ahead. I would be so grateful for any insight from those who have gone through this process, and any opinions on these schools. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.26.08, 06:25 AM Flag
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another D1 mom here. I don't see what's wrong with your plan. The only issue with the first 2 schools is that they are lottery schools and NEST is by entrance exam (or you may not like it for your dc by then) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:28 AM Flag
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^^^but I know ppl in PS 110 and they are happy there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:36 AM Flag
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it's not a long shot. my son went to a daycare/preschool on upper west side. not very well known at all. tood the olsat and got a 99 ( and also got a 99 on weschler -not sure how to spell- that he had to take for something else), and got into a good distric 3 g & t. he did not get into a citywide, although i only applied to anderson as i live way uptown. but don't see why you couldn't do the same for downtown, apply to nest, or good district school. you have just see what happens. it doesn't matter what preschool you go to if you are going to public - as long as you are happy w/ the vibe and learning style of the preschool. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:28 AM Flag
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OP: thank you for these quick replies! A follow-up question--at what age did you start pre-school? I understand that many people start at age 2 to get into TT preschools, but is 3 or 4 OK if you are not trying to get on that track? Do you think preschool is necessary/good for the kids or could you substitute classes and active play and reading to dc at home? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 07:00 AM Flag
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It really depends on your dc, when they are ready usually around 3. Both My dc's started (a non name)preschool at 3 and one is in TT and one select public [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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I posted below. We started in a 2s program for the sole reason that there was only 1 preschool in our neighborhood that we could afford, and I wanted to get a priority in registration for the 3s program. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 12:52 PM Flag
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I'm a D1 mom whose son went to "ordinary" neighborhood preschool and tested into a G&T program. we also found the gen ed "lottery" schools to be very good (earth, neighborhood, east village community). We are going to G&T at 110, which looks to be a fabulous school, it has a brand new library and computer lab and is beautiful, albeit in an out-of-the way location by the Williamsburn bridge. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 12:42 PM Flag
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This is what we did (not District 1 though), and were fortunate enough to get into Anderson. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 12:50 PM Flag
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I live in D1/ Honestly it okay for younger grades but we will have to move out come middle school. my son got a 98 we really wanted nest. He was in ps 110 for pre k this yr. going to ps 110 for T and G. honestly I have a 20 month old don't want to go through it all again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 01:05 PM Flag
[ - ] How much sleep do you get a night? Is it enough? I'm getting 6 hours or so (but not often consecutive) and I'm so fried all the time. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:25 AM Flag
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I can't calculate...btwn the constant getting up to pee (I'm pg) and not being able to go back to sleep because I'm uncomfortable, I don't know. I do know that by 5pm I am so done for the day (I have 2 dds) and by 7pm I'm in bed (once younger one goes to sleep) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:26 AM Flag
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I need 7, with extra catch up on some nights. I always needed a good amount of sleep. I would be so cranky if I regularly got 6. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:32 AM Flag
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Between 7-8 hours which is good for me. Of course 12 is better, I miss those days! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:33 AM Flag
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god I can't even remember the last time I slept 12 hrs. the good old days [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:35 AM Flag
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7 - 8, usually 1x week of 9 - 10. DH & I trade sleeping in on most wknds. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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I usually get to sleep in on the weekends (until 8 or so), but I handle all the night wakings. Do you think this is fair or should I let DH sleep in some mornings too? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:45 AM Flag
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WOHM = trade wake ups; SAHM = you do all wake ups [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:46 AM Flag
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What about WAHM (in the evenings, after DCs are in bed)? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:49 AM Flag
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split the night into zones, 11-3 is you 3-7 is him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:58 AM Flag
[ - ] what is G&T? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:21 AM Flag
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For real? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:22 AM Flag
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gifted and talented [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:25 AM Flag
[ - ] Alas my fantastic Tibetan nanny is looking for a new job as DS is going to school. She can start August onwards. Cannot say enough good things about how reliable, gentle, caring, fun and educational she has been. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:21 AM Flag
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how is her english? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:29 AM Flag
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ugh I wish I could afford a nanny. PG with #3 and can't afford help [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:30 AM Flag
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I would be interested. Can we get in touch on baiocchi@hotmail.com? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.28.08, 06:09 AM Flag
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Hi, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.29.08, 04:07 PM Flag
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Hi, I am very interested. Can we discuss? I can be reached at lisa@lmbraunerlaw.com or 917-209-9770. Thank you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.29.08, 04:08 PM Flag
[ - ] Need suggestions for what to wear to 2 office events (DH's company). 1) Outdoor dinner at owner's home on a weekday evening. and 2) company picnic with kids. TIA! 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:17 AM Flag
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1) Simple cocktail dress; 2) Depends a little on the age of the kids and activities at the picnic [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:19 AM Flag
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I have this dress is a diff.print (black and white). Ok for the dinner? Im not sure. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:22 AM Flag
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oops- http://www.bluefly.com/pages/products/detail.jsp;jsessionid=IjXTf8SjpvojXgHNDMalZ8zOW65Jl17uvY4M58UdZlmcCXCLRjSf!-1628034029!app1.l3.bluefly.com!7005!8005?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=2068260061&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1217&N=945+4294965163&Ne=500000&Ns=Popularity%7c0%7c%7cProduct%2bCode%7c1&Nu=Product+ID [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:22 AM Flag
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Need more information -- describe the size and type of company. What does your dh wear to work -- suit, dress pants and long sleeve shirt, chinos and polo? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:23 AM Flag
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mid size company in Stamford, business casual to work (not even ties- chinos and button downs) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:30 AM Flag
[ - ] HELP: How much to you tip movers? Moving entire house accross town. TIA! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:13 AM Flag
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tip the main guy for all of them. We usually tip like $50 per guy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:16 AM Flag
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It's not like 10-15% of the move for them to all split? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:17 AM Flag
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We've moved a bunch of times and this is what we do. Ive spoken to friends who have done the same or similar. But Im sure some people do it % way too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:18 AM Flag
[ - ] How much does orthodontia cost on average for each child? Our dental insurance will cover up to $1000 per year. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:07 AM Flag
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$4-5K [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:08 AM Flag
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at least twice that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:08 AM Flag
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you mean braces? depends on where you live. anywhere from 5-10k+ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 08:06 AM Flag
[ - ] where can i go for a maternity dress for a black tie wedding? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.26.08, 05:59 AM Flag
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check ebay [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 05:59 AM Flag
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There also used to be a place in Manhattan where you could rent formal maternity wear. I've long since tossed but maybe if you google maternity formal wear rental new york something will come up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:00 AM Flag
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I believe that it's still there -- think it's called Mama's Night Out and is on 72 Street. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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Isabella Oliver. That's where I got mine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:06 AM Flag
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so $$$$ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:06 AM Flag
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But soo worth it. I got mine when they had a huge sale. Guess I lucked out big time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:23 AM Flag
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np: look on Ebay for Cadeau and Isabella Oliver, etc.. I bought a dress from Cadeau for a formal event, wore it once...will probably try to sell on Ebay eventually. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:41 AM Flag
[ - ] I can't access, anyone want to share with me the new ElA/Math scores for PS3? I know its hard - interested in 3's and 4's general ed only. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.26.08, 05:48 AM Flag
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PS 3, 3s + 4s combined: ELA3 - 89%; ELA4 - 90%; ELA5 - 100%...........math3 - 98%; math4 - 96%; math5 - 98% (general ed students) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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I just checked back. Thank you so much! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 09:58 AM Flag
[ - ] has anyone ever used invisalign (invisible braces)? are they truly invisable? bearably comfortable? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 05:46 AM Flag
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I've bene wondering that too. I need to do soemthing about my crocked teeth! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 05:59 AM Flag
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i know someone who has them, didn't know she had them till she told me [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:04 AM Flag
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I used them, about 1.5 years ago. I'm very happy w/ the results. Not too much pain, they were comfortable enough. I was self conscious about them, but I suspect that's more about me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 06:34 AM Flag
[ - ] is cramping and very low back pain normal for pregnancy. i know it is normal, but i had the worst lower back ache and the worst cramping yesterday. 6 weeks. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.26.08, 05:46 AM Flag
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Go to the OB immediately. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 11:46 AM Flag
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At least call immediately... it sounds like it is worse than it really should be. You really don't want to wait to find out something's wrong. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.26.08, 11:51 AM Flag
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