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[ - ] how do you bring your db home from hospital in manhattan if you have no car? 24 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.17.08, 10:06 AM Flag
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walk with a stroller..carseat in a taxi. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:07 AM Flag
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OP: sorry if stupid, but you must get a car seat even if you don't have a car. just stick in the apt. somewhere & use for car rides, rentals, etc. right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:12 AM Flag
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snug ride and snap-n-go [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:13 AM Flag
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most hospitals won't discharge you without a carseat. Even if walking home, you can use a infant seat-stroller combo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:14 AM Flag
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do you also have a regular stroller in addition to the snap-n-go? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:21 AM Flag
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Everyone says this. Has anyone actually experienced it? A hospital can't tell you you can't leave... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:11 AM Flag
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They try and tell you all sorts of things. Call your hospital in advance and fight this if you want. Don't wait until the last day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:12 AM Flag
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Don't get me wrong. I'm not suggesting anyone fight this (your kid should be in a car seat) but I carried both my boys out in my arms. Nobody stopped me to check if I had a car seat. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:20 AM Flag
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yeah, carseat in a taxi. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:11 AM Flag
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snuggly in a taxi [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:14 AM Flag
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no, no, no, please don't [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:44 AM Flag
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already did [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:48 AM Flag
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Do you strap the car seat into the taxi? Are taxi drivers patient enough for this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:18 AM Flag
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no [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:10 AM Flag
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yes, we did and yes, they will wait....especially at the hospital. First db..we ordered a car service, second db, we hailed a taxi....very cool. And I didn't sit on a donut. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:46 AM Flag
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Our parents (db's grandparents) who live outside the city came for the birth. They bought a carseat for when we visit them and they picked us up from the hospital and drove us home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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Dh walked home with dc in stroller. I caught a taxi. No need for carseat unless you are going in a car! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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But the car seat usually snaps into the stroller frame, for infants. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:27 AM Flag
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walk, taxi, or city bus. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:09 AM Flag
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I wouldn't recommend the bus with a newborn [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:11 AM Flag
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Please. Its fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:13 AM Flag
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Really? I rode home in the car, with dh driving, & every bump made me feel sore. I felt so out of it, my boobs were totally engorged, that the thought of doing all on a bus would have been impossible for me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:21 AM Flag
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differnt strokes. And I left 24 hours later too! Hate hospitals. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:23 AM Flag
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I don't think there's a person here who loves hospitals. Plus, I forgot to add that I had to sit on a plastic donut in the car- I can only imagine how wonderful that would have been on a bus! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:24 AM Flag
[ - ] what is the first step towards separating/ divorcing? aside from counseling (we've done that)? does one of us move out? do i contact an attorney? and recommendations for the latter? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.17.08, 10:02 AM Flag
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Contact an attorney unless you think you can start the do-it-yourself paper work. You might want to try a separation first. Somebody should leave... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:05 AM Flag
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what is the do it yourself paper work? i do not think anything will be contested. can you recommend an attny? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:07 AM Flag
[ - ] I'm 35 with a delightful 9mo, I do want one more db but want to have them closer to 3 years apart so that there will be relatively less chaos when the 2nd one appears. I have literally 4 friends with dbs within 6 months of mine who are all pg again already and its making me feel pressure to start ttc again. I got pg on the first shot with db #1. The pressure is unwarranted, right? And 3 yrs apart is definitely less chaos than, say 1.5-2 years, right? Or am I being naive? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:00 AM Flag
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it's chaotic anyway you do it. but seriously, do it when it feels ok. if you wait to long, it could be a problem. i had no problem with #1 but had secondary infertility and m/cs trying to have #2. now, my kids are 4 yrs apart (planned on 3 yrs). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:04 AM Flag
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don't wait too long just to try to time things perfectly. that's what i did & had to go the route of fertility treatments. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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After 35yrs it is harder to get pregnant and the risk of dc with problems is increased. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:27 AM Flag
[ - ] Our ds is 18 mo old. Should we be buying a convertible car seat (good up to 40 lbs) or is it not worth it at this point (in other words, should we be buying a proper toddler seat, good up to 65 lbs)? The toddler seats seem so heavy - we want to buy the Britax Roundabout but will we only get limited use out of it? TIA. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:47 AM Flag
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Britax Marathon is the way to go [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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LOL! My 4 1/2 year old is only 35lbs! Britax will be fine! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:15 AM Flag
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people tend to pay up for the marathon but i feel like 65 pound kids will not tolerate a carseat by that age!!! i got a roundabout, and will switch to a booster when the time comes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:23 AM Flag
[ - ] ok ps 234 - you've got one less K student coming in next year - we've struggled with this but feel good about the decision - guess i'll be back in 12 years for college! 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.17.08, 09:46 AM Flag
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where is that school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:47 AM Flag
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tribeca. OP, are you moving? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:09 AM Flag
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you going to 11? I hope you love it! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:11 AM Flag
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ever notice that PS11 posters are always so nice? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:08 PM Flag
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np Yes and it makes me happy that we were offered the spot! Just wish it were closer to home!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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question: what preschool did DC attend? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:44 PM Flag
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Why do I feel so dumb?? What does OP mean by being back in 12 years for college? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:52 PM Flag
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I think it means their child got into NEST (K-12). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 07:52 PM Flag
[ - ] Non NYCer who wishes she lived in NYC for this reason: it seems perfectly acceptable to eat out a lot there. In my burb, everyone is so proud of what they cook and really look down on me for how often we eat out. Our kids eat fairly eclecticly - lots of ethnic food - so it's not like they're eating chicken nuggets 5 days a week. But the fact that I'd rather spend my $ on restaurants rather than a maid or yard service somehow sets me apart. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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not to me you wouldn't. I'm a great cook but as long as you are feeding your family well I would commend you for putting your money where your mouth is! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:46 AM Flag
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thanks- too bad you don't live nearby! i'm not even a bad cook. i just don't cook healthy foods as well as i do comfort, wintry foods so we eat out a lot in the summer. only one out of 3 kids eat salad as an entree so i can't fall back on that all the time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:51 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone know anything about Rupert Towers, at 89th Street and 3rd Avenue? Safe area? Good for families? Good food nearby? TIA. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.17.08, 09:43 AM Flag
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Great area! Lots of family-friendly restuarants (Fetch, Corner Cafe and Bakery, Nick's), playgrounds (on Second Ave. and on Lex. Ave/96), children's stores and activities (92 Street Y, Craft Studio). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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i live across the street. it is nice to have 91st bet. 2nd and 3rd blocked off from traffic and kids play there all the time. have friends who live inthe building and are happy. how much are 2bdrms selling for now there? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:24 AM Flag
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Lived there prior to the conversion. Floors sloped down and windows were crap,bathrooms were crap and a/c through the walls. I have heard that many people have made improvements and the lobbies look much, much nicer. But, you can't make a silk purse from a sow's ear. They're still ugly from the outside. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:16 AM Flag
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isn't that subsidized housing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:58 AM Flag
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It was Mitchell-Lama, but left some years ago and is now co-op. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.09, 02:40 PM Flag
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Perfect places for families! Great family friendly restaurants nearby (Sarabeths, Parlor, Bellini). Close to Central Park, Museums, 92nd street Y, Asphalt Green, numerous playgrounds. I don't think you can get a better area for families in the city. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.09, 02:34 PM Flag
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what school zone is it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.09, 02:35 PM Flag
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Perfect building for families - the apartments are large with lots of closet space and they're reasonably priced. More bang for your buck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.09, 02:36 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone know anything about Rupert Towers, at 89th Street and 3rd Avenue? Safe area? Good for families? Good food nearby? TIA. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:43 AM Flag
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it's the upper east side. yes to all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:51 AM Flag
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Big apartments, tons of playgrounds, street closed to cars where lots of kids play. Great area. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.28.09, 03:45 PM Flag
[ - ] two of my friends tested positive yesterday. both have been ttc for over a year. how weird is that? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:42 AM Flag
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weird, and great1 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:42 AM Flag
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that's awesome... things happen in 3's so you might have another friend who gets PG, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:05 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone know about 110G&T? is it good? well established? good teachers? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.17.08, 09:40 AM Flag
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are there only D2 and D3 parents on ub today? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:43 AM Flag
[ - ] I meeting two new OBs this week. What are some good questions to ask? I am pregnant (6 weeks)--current doctor no longer an OB. Thanks. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.17.08, 09:39 AM Flag
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what are their policies re c-sections, inductions, episiotomies, etc.? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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I have to say I had this conversation with my new OB after a horrible 1st birth experience. With #2 I was determined I was going to be very specific and firm about what I wanted. Well surprise, it didn't mnatter. The nurses run the show, the OB wasn't on call and #2 was almost as bad as the first. I guess it doesn't much matter. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:55 AM Flag
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This is exactly why our second was born at home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:37 AM Flag
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what? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 11:16 AM Flag
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it depends on what you are looking for, are you more natural or mainstream? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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Mainstream tendencies but obviously would rather not have a c section etc unless absolutely necessary. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:19 AM Flag
[ - ] Do you like this dress? Too much money I know, but do you like it? TIA 18 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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i don't love it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:37 AM Flag
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^^^Ooops! http://lastylistmom.wordpress.com/2008/06/17/currently-coveting-marc-jacobs/ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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Um. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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not very flattering [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:39 AM Flag
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Your always posting links to your site. Maybe you should pay to advertise if you think we are a good audience? There is space right under the bouncing baby. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:39 AM Flag
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It's a link to a dress. Have a look. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:40 AM Flag
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nah - you have bad taste [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:41 AM Flag
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You're Karma is on the way. Oh! And you're audience? Isn't. They're all over at YouBeMom ; ) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:43 AM Flag
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heinous! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:41 AM Flag
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she would do better under the bacon video [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:53 AM Flag
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heinous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:40 AM Flag
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i like the design. but let's face it. if it makes that model look like an elephant, it's not going to make me look good. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:42 AM Flag
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Just when we finished all the b.s. with the NY schools we're back to help wanted for my nanny and spam again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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Let me see...if you found something to do, then maybe you'd have something a bit more worthwhile to worry about. You think? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:46 AM Flag
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lol, pay for your advertising spamela [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:47 AM Flag
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Get a real job. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:47 AM Flag
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like flogging ugly, cheap dresses and pretending to be a "stylist"? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:51 AM Flag
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cute. you could get a knockoff at H&M VERY similar. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:54 AM Flag
[ - ] I have some chix drumsticks defrosting for tonight, i don't feel like cooking but i have to. What is the easiest thing i can do with them?tia, serving some steamed veggies and rice on the side 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:35 AM Flag
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roast them in the oven. couldn't be easier. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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how do i season or flavor them?tia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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salt and pepper. you could also put on a pat of butter to make the skin crispy. if you want something a little different - garlic salt and rosemary is a nice combo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:44 AM Flag
[ - ] Can you re-apply to Nest for 1st grade? how hard is it to get in? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.17.08, 09:35 AM Flag
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anyone? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 09:38 AM Flag
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you can reapply. It is harder in the sense that there are fewer seats available but maybe not as many dcs applying? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:34 AM Flag
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i got my dd in for 1st grade. it can happen. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 05:42 PM Flag
[ - ] Can anyone recommend a pediatrician on the UES who takes Oxford? Ours is going to stop accepting that insurance plan... 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.17.08, 09:34 AM Flag
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is it dr murphy's office? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:29 AM Flag
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I love Dr Gandhi at Weill Cornell on 3rd at 81st. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.17.08, 10:36 AM Flag
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I called Dr. Gargi Gandhi at 201 E. 80th yesterday. I was told they are dropping Oxord in October. Not sure if this is the same Dr. Gandhi you are referring to though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.08.08, 11:39 AM Flag
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Have you seen any other doctors in that practice? I'm thinking of joining it. What do you like about him so much? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.30.09, 11:12 AM Flag
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I believe taht Park Ave Pediatrics does. 1111 Park. (90th) 212-534-3000. I use Dr, Grunfeld...our kids love him! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.30.09, 11:14 AM Flag
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Try Park Avenue Pediatrics, Erica Landau's office and Uptown pediatrics. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.30.09, 12:42 PM Flag
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Manhattan Pediatrics--Dr Gary Edelstein--really liked this practice [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.30.09, 12:51 PM Flag
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