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[ - ] Registered at G&T we got into, and our local zoned school. Do we call local zoned to withdraw? Call DOE? Want to make sure the G&T takes priority. 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.23.08, 09:39 AM Flag
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i have to do this also; i think you call the zoned school to withdraw. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:41 AM Flag
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Call the local school [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:41 AM Flag
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Last week I withdrew my dc from zoned school, where we had registered in March. Will be registering at citywide today. I heard over the weekend that our zoned school now is telling people who live in the zone that there is a waiting list (yikes). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:41 AM Flag
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Which school??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:44 AM Flag
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YOu're not supposed to withdraw from one school. You register at the new school and it goes through as an override transfer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:49 AM Flag
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Call the zoned school and let them know. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:00 AM Flag
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You call the zoned school. Chances are, though, that they don't care too much about it because the G&T has the power to override current registrations. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:03 AM Flag
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the zoned school will care, because a lot of planning goes into number of people accepted from outside the zone, which kids go in which class, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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It depends. My zoned school just shrugged it off and didn't care. They didn't even ask for my kid's name. Others, probably the more popular ones, of course would like to hear it from you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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our zoned school called a couple of weeks ago to ask if we are coming...now i finally know that we won't be [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:29 AM Flag
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Mine too. They said go through the DOE and/or the 2nd school. I called the DOE placement officer and she said let the 2nd school handle it, no need to notify the 1st. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:49 AM Flag
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The DO care, they care very much! Our school has a small class size grant and we are about 10 shy of losing it - CALL! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:30 AM Flag
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The DOE actually has a central system that covers all students, no? It is not like every each school keeps track of who is registered or not. Once the school year is over and registrations have been dine principals and other folks just create reports using the centralized system. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:36 AM Flag
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Incorrect. Each school keeps track. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:37 AM Flag
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No they don't. When the second school puts in your registration, it automatically becomes a transfer out of the first school, and the first school is notified. I called our zoned school to withdraw, and they literally told me, "We don't need to hear this from you, your transfer will go through the second school/DOE and we can't take any action until that happens anyway." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:45 AM Flag
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No, you go to the individual schools to register. Besides, it is the polite common sense thing to do. Call the school and tell them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:38 AM Flag
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When I called they didn't think it was polite, they thought I was taking up their time unnecessarily. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:43 AM Flag
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What school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 01:40 PM Flag
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OP - I just called my zoned schools and she took child's name, said thank you and said that was all I needed to do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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great! What school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 01:41 PM Flag
[ - ] how do you deal with tamper tantrums with terrible twos? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.23.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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Try to ignore the fits and crying. With my dd (now 2.3 yo) she calms down quickly if we ignore. Also have given a few time outs and at first she doesn't care but once she has to sit alone she behaves. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:11 AM Flag
[ - ] looking for dinner suggestions for tonight. dh's bday with 3month old. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.23.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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where in nyc? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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LES or anywhere in its vicinity? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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^^^ oops, computer is going crazy. below response is more like it ;) thanks for any help [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:40 AM Flag
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Pretty open to: LES...Queens...Williamsburg (where there's parking?) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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If you go anywhere on the earlier side (with the obvious exception of extremely high end places), I think you can go anywhere with a 3 mo. I really haven't been to LES in a while. Love Hearth and EU. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:42 AM Flag
[ - ] Mac users: How do I delete the past entries I've typed into google? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.23.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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do you mean up in the little Q box at the top right? Click on down arrow and Clear Recent Searches. Also clear history. If there's a way to find searches on your computer other than those two ways, it would probably take an expert. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:06 AM Flag
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Thanks. I did that but how do I get rid of text I've typed into the main google search box from the google site? When I start typing "s" for example all the old searches under "s" come up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:59 AM Flag
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go to preferences, turn off autofill. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 11:07 AM Flag
[ - ] Stroller etiquette in NYC? I will be visiting Manhattan with hubby and 5-month-old in June. Any tips from the natives? I don't want to be 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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"that tourist"! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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just watch where you are going and don't stop in the middle of the sidewalk, move to the side. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:23 AM Flag
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stay right, walk at the pace of the rest of us, if you are riding a bus, take your kid out of the stroller before you get on the bus and fold stroller ahead of time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:25 AM Flag
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If you need to stop pull over to the side. Please do not stop in the middle of the sidewalk. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:25 AM Flag
[ - ] What do you pay a full-time (Mon.-Fri) nanny in NYC for 3 kids - two are in school until 3 or 4pm? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 06.23.08, 09:18 AM Flag
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$15-18/hr. On a weekly salary, the hourly is less for more hours. So if by f/t you mean 40 hours, you need to pay more per hour (720/wk)than if it is, say, 55 hours (825/wk). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:01 AM Flag
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np: i don't think you need to be paying $800, even if it's 50 hours, if 2 kids are in school until 3pm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:09 AM Flag
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it depends on the circumstances. It the two older ones are in two different schools and nanny has to do pick up and drop off with baby in tow for both older kids, I could see paying 800 a week [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:42 AM Flag
[ - ] am wondering if the carl shurz missing child post was real? was toddler found? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.23.08, 09:17 AM Flag
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The afternoon I read about it on UB, I checked Gothamist.com, a website where people can post police/fire incidents. I've seen "missing child" posts there frequently, but there was none for that alleged incident on that day (Thursday?). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:19 AM Flag
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i hope it was fake - but how disgusting if it was [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:19 AM Flag
[ - ] Kindergarten lunch question -- do most Kindergarteners in public schools bring their lunch or buy lunch at the school cafeteria? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.23.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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Bring, at our school [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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OP: Thanks. Do most people brown bag it because it's healthier to do so? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:35 AM Flag
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I think most do it because their kid refuses to eat the cafeteria food. Also, it takes longer to wait in line and get the cafeteria food as opposed to sitting down with your lunchbox. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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OP: Thanks again [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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It depends on the school. You can see what % of kids take the free school lunch at each school if you visit Insideschools.org, but kids whose families don't qualify for free lunch can pay for lunch (I think it's $1.50 per day). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:20 AM Flag
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What kind of food do you get for $1.50 a day? I think my kid is going to bring a brown bag. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:32 AM Flag
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obviously subsidized - most schools post monthly lunch menus on their website if you want to check. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:33 AM Flag
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Its about 50/50 in K and fist grade. After that, dc tend to buy more than bring. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:32 AM Flag
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Whatever you do, your dc will want the other. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:32 AM Flag
[ - ] what's typical weight gain at 12 weeks? what about 16 weeks? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.23.08, 09:14 AM Flag
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there is no typical [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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okay, what was your experience? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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honestly, I don't remember. I gained a whopping 60 lbs in all & lost it all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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I was 0 at 12, maybe 5 at 16. Gained a total of 40 both times. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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I had gained about 10 at 12 weeks. gained 22 total. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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I lost weight until week 18 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:35 AM Flag
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i think i gained 9 by then...but only 14 for the rest of the pg [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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I had gained about 15 lbs by end of 1st tri, gained nothing at all in 2nd tri, another 10-15 in 3rd tri. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:44 AM Flag
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I started at 125 and now weigh 146 at 22 weeks, which is too much! Go online and type in "pregnancy weight gain claculator" to give an idea of about how much you should gain. It really sucks, think I got into the habit of eating more early on to avoid m/s, now m/s is over but my habits are messed up. I think I used coffee before pregnancy to regulate my appetite (like had coffee in leiu of a snack in the afternoon.....). Plus I feel so fat even if I am pregnant, I know its the baby but still. I think I could be an anorexic really easily, I need to chill out and make sure to just eat healthy. I had a fill in doctor at my last appt, really didn't help, he actually said "being pregnant is not an excuse to just eat a bunch of cookies and ice cream y'know." I was so insulted, the hormones don't help. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 10:16 AM Flag
[ - ] I know this may sound stupid but is marriage counseling covered by insurance? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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depends on your insurance. mine pays for a certain number of sessions [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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often the therapist will bill it under one or the other of you as normal counseling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:14 AM Flag
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My experience was the same as in the last reply. The therapist billed as if I was the only one there. (Funny...cause that was close to the truth) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 05:16 PM Flag
[ - ] NYC Moms: Where can I get a painting framed really well in the city? Just spent a lot of money on a work of art while on vacation and need to get a round frame for it. TIA!!! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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We use a great place in Chelsea. Of course I can't remember the name now but it's on 9th and 23rdish [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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Frank & Joe Gallery. 328 East 78th, beautiful custom or antinque frames, will cut antique frames to fit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:19 AM Flag
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ugh. hate to tell you but all the good places are expensive. Bark Frameworks does a beautiful job. Excellent quality, archival blah blah blah. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:20 AM Flag
[ - ] What are your best discipline tips for a 22 mo boy? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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rudolf dreikurs' 'children the challenge' please purchase it. best info you'll ever read. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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Thanks for the rec. I'll check it out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:12 AM Flag
[ - ] My 10 week old HATES baths. He screams the entire time. Any suggestions? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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they grow out of it. Just make sure it is nice and warm and try to do somethign soothing. Also, what kid of tub are you using, I think the sling ones work the best. If you really can't take it, you could get in the tub with him. I did this with DB#1 - but its a pain and a bad habit to get them into. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:04 AM Flag
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Try the Primo Euro Tub. It might help. My dd loved baths in this tub. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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bathe quickly! :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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get rid of the baby tub aand get a sling that you put into your tub. If htere is room you can get in with him so he feels more comfortable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:21 AM Flag
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my ds hate baths until he was 9 mo. Luckily, 10 week old doesn't get too sweaty so bathe him only when he stinks. I bathe my ds about once every four or five days. He was fine. I found that a small tub with a back rest will help because he will feel more secure. Hang in there. He will grow out of it! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:30 AM Flag
[ - ] Just found out I was 4 weeks pg this past Thursday. On Saturday I started light spotting and have off and on cramps/tenderness in the pelvic area. Went to the dr. and she said this could be normal, My hgg hormone is still going up slightly...Dr. said I just need to "wait and see". I am so scared. Anyone gone through this??? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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TTC 06.23.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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You and I are 100% at the same point (I was also 4 weeks Thurs). I had a mc earlier this year so making me extra loopy. I just had blood drawn today so unsure of levels yet. But, I also have some tenderness - excellent way of describing it!!!! I did not have this with #1 and with the mc I had severe pressue so not the same either. Let's just both think positive thoughts and sit tight! GL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 08:53 AM Flag
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It is common, but unfortunately you still just have to "wait and see." I know it sucks. I had the same issues and everything was fine, if that helps any. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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how slightly is hcg going up? It is supposed to double every 48-72 hours... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:03 AM Flag
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not sure...the dr didn't give me the #'s. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:29 AM Flag
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I had rather heavy bleeding at 5 weeks. Dr. said there was no reason to be optimistic. Now I'm 33 weeks. Best of luck! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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I am currently about the same (4 wks). I have had abdominal pain too. But #1 was a c/s and I vaguely remember having some cramping/pain with him, too. I had placenta previa with #1 too. He is 17 mo now and running me ragged [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.23.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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