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[ - ] I want to get a big basket full of books for my sister's shower - she has a 1 year old and she is expecting twins, any suggestions for some good ones - i have no kids yet, expecting my first on christmas! 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.13.08, 05:24 PM Flag
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I LOVE 'skip to my lou' and the 'Lady with the Alligator Purse'...they are sing along books, sort of. I also LOVE '10 minutes till bedtime!'....is the wierdest book but kids seem to love it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:27 PM Flag
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congrats to both you and your sister! the Sandra Boynton books are good, I also like The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the Pigeon books by Mo Willems, also Knuffle Bunny, Jamberry, Time for Bed [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:28 PM Flag
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love the pigeon books. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 07:29 PM Flag
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We have so many of the Sandra Boynton ones that my dd loves. Silly Sally is really cute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 07:27 PM Flag
[ - ] advice needed please. our nanny has been with us about 4 months (ds is 7 months). last night my husband found a little finger prick thing, so we think she might have diabetes. how would you handle this? 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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What is there to handle (unless she left the needle somewhere the baby could get it)? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:25 PM Flag
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why is this an issue? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:25 PM Flag
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fire her, your dcs might contract diabetes from her [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:27 PM Flag
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op: is this something she should be telling us? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:35 PM Flag
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Just say, "We found this and are curious about it." Her health really is her own private business, but OTOH, I would want to be reassured that she is healthy enough to do what can be a very physically demanding job. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:37 PM Flag
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It would be ILLEGAL to fire her over this and you would be an asshole. Has she shown any reason for you to believe she cannot care for child? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:38 PM Flag
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OR Calm down. No one is suggesting the nanny be fired. But someone who has to monitor her blood sugar several times a day--if in fact that is what this woman is doing--could be in an advanced stage of the disease, and that would concern me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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I can't reply to the post below, but that is ridiculous. Diabetics in all stages of the disease monitor their blood sugars regularly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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NP -- you can fire someone over anything if as an employer you don't fall under the umbrella of title 7 regulation. Hate when people say stupid stuff like that. Not to mention the fact that she's probably illegal and/or being paid under the table. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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Absolutely not. It is none of your business. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:38 PM Flag
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no, it's none of your business [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:44 PM Flag
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none of your business. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:23 PM Flag
[ - ] Did anyone BF and feed formula? We've been doing doing this with 2 week old and I'm hoping the BF won't phase out but thinking I don't want to EBF. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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I always supplemented the midnight feed so I could get 5 hours of straight sleep. Sometimes I'd wake up around 2am needing to pump (DB would still be asleep), but then my body got used to it. Worked well for us, DB was fine with both breast and bottle. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:26 PM Flag
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I did. I had supply issues and we had to supplement. It was a pain sometimes but it did give us the flexibility to do certain things. Not a big deal really. Just make sure to nurse or pump enough to keep your supply up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:56 PM Flag
[ - ] PS3 or 11 G&T? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.13.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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which is closer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:29 PM Flag
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PS 3 because that is our zoned school. DC is very smart. Is it better to be G&T peers? I was not so thrilled about PS 11 but G&T classes looked fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:32 PM Flag
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Yikes. A bit late to be pondering this, no? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:45 PM Flag
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we chose a G&T, and it happens to be in our zoned school, as well. very very smart kids. lucked out that it is close. still would have preferred it even if we lived in a zone of a popular gen ed. I think having the smarter peer group is a good thing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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np, do you mind saying which school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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ps9, and would have chosen it over ps87 had we been zoned for it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:57 PM Flag
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I would go with 11 g&t only because it would probably be an asset in middle schools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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Why not 41? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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i'd go where you feel most comfortable and where youthink dc will thrive. 3 is very nurturing, and emotional development is imp. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:22 PM Flag
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The drawback for me for G&T programs is that they are inside schools and are often more white than the general ed programs. I prefer a good general ed school that doesn't give my child a sense of us and them. I don't think you will find a great difference between the children at PS 3 and at PS 11 G&T. That said, I'm not a fan of blended classrooms (2 ages in one group), which is what PS 3 currently has. Do you have other children? Siblings would be automatically in at a zoned school--not so at a test-in program. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.14.08, 04:58 AM Flag
[ - ] I could use some reassurance right now. DH is out of town until August and I just got back from the dr with our dd. I took her in because her elbow had swelled up during the day, was hot to the touch and red. The dr saw a bite, but was disturbed by the fluid, so he took a sample to test (which was awful for dd,) and prescribed amoxocillan. She isn't running a fever. Does anyone else have experience with something like this? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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Well, if it is some sort of infection, amoxocillin will fight it. It's possible the doctor suspected lyme disease, and that's the antibiotic the prescribe (btdt but DC had a tick on leg). It must be hard to have DD ill without your DH home, good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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They did ask if we'd been out of the country. Maybe that was what he was thinking. But would lyme disease be localized to one spot like that? Anyway, we'll have to wait for the test results to make sure the fluid isn't a drug-resistant infection. That sort of scared me, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:33 PM Flag
[ - ] What would you serve as side dishes with baked salmon (the salmon will be cooked with lemon, rosemary, garlic)? TIA 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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I like making couscous with a little curry, sauteed onion, slivered almonds, and raisins. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:28 PM Flag
[ - ] So what will the atmosphere here be like tomorrow and Sunday? Loads of disappointed/bitter people or most of us thinking, "Alright, we're not so bad off after all"? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.13.08, 05:15 PM Flag
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can't wait to see it all unfold. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:30 PM Flag
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seriously [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:24 PM Flag
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dunno, but wonder what those weighing private vs. G&T will decide. I'm one of them, and dh & I are still waffling on it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:35 PM Flag
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OP: Are you waiting for Anderson? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:36 PM Flag
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Did dc get a 99? Are you now in the position of paying the full year, versus just losing the deposit? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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yes, 99. We would have to oay the full year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.14.08, 11:12 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone have a dc in a Montesorri pre-school? How is your child doing? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 06.13.08, 05:12 PM Flag
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GREAT GREAT GREAT [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:29 PM Flag
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where? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 07:25 PM Flag
[ - ] Dear Ub folks: Thanks for the refresh on the bottom of the page. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Site Feedback 06.13.08, 05:11 PM Flag
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You're welcome. :] [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:29 PM Flag
[ - ] does anyone post on here anymore? I see that the last post on this page is from 6:57 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:10 PM Flag
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Doesn't freaking seem like it. I posted looking for ideas about light fixtures - no response. Where did all the design moms go? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:11 PM Flag
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*crickets* it's terrible. i just checked out the other site 'cause it is so dead here. can't take it... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:13 PM Flag
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ditto. i'm so irritated about the other board, it just seems to have made everything dead. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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np I know! I am trying to stick it out here. I keep thinking it is going to get better. I can;t believe they all left us! Bunch of losers [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:18 PM Flag
[ - ] Any recs for a good nursing tank for someone very large on top? I wouldn't wear w/o a bra outside the house, but wld like the option to just wear tank & yoga pants postpartum w/o flashing nanny, delivery man etc. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:07 PM Flag
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If you are really that big, there isn't one that will really work. I was about a 34J while nursing - I slept wearing a bra, otherwise I was really uncomfortable. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:36 PM Flag
[ - ] We are moving in a month. Need to break it to DCs before someone does. Can anyone recommend any books, tricks or anything to help me break the anxiety of a new country for a 4 and 5 year old? many thanks 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 04:56 PM Flag
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I don't think the children will be anxious about moving to a new country any more than moving to NJ. One concern will be whether than can bring all of their toys and belongings with them (not sure if you can in your case). Then they will be upset at leaving their friends. We got gmail accounts for our kids and their teachers passed out their contact information at their going away parties. I think that kind of good-bye celebration was really good, especially for our eldest (6yo). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:02 PM Flag
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thank you so much for this. i have a feeling they might be a little young for gmail accounts. i was goign to leave like we were leaving on holiday no good bye party. is that a bad idea? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:04 PM Flag
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Well, I wouldn't like to trick my kids like that - what are you going to tell them when they ask about "home"? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:05 PM Flag
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We have done a few international moves. The children were absolutely fine...as long as mommy and daddy were going with them, no big deal. Dh and I were much more anxious the the kids. Tell the kids it is exciting...do not let them know you are anxious or nervous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:08 PM Flag
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Sounds like you're projecting your anxiety. 4 and 5 year olds don't feel anxiety in that way. They tend to get excited about novelty. It's how you present it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:21 PM Flag
[ - ] how often do you offer dc juice? what about softdrinks like fenda? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 04:53 PM Flag
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What's fenda? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 04:55 PM Flag
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my dd gets watered down apple juice 3 times a week in school and I give her OJ once over the weekend. She loves water so that's not an issue [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 04:56 PM Flag
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Rarely...only if they are at a birthday party. Not a lot of nutritional value in oj or apple juice. Water is the best [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:11 PM Flag
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DD was offered juice with snack a few times a week at pre-school, but never drank it, always asks for water or milk instead - she's never liked juice. apple juice has a lot of sugar and not much nutrition, but it's not poison either. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:14 PM Flag
[ - ] what do you think about letting your 3yo cut her doll's hair. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 04:52 PM Flag
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General Topics 06.13.08, 04:53 PM Flag
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I was allowed to cut my dolls' hair. I always regretted it later. But my parents were into me "expressing myself" (with the caveat that they wouldn't replace the doll). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 04:53 PM Flag
[ - ] what's the main idea of this '1-2-3 magic'? is that a good book to buy? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.13.08, 04:51 PM Flag
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it's about setting and maintaining limits, with consequenses for crossing the line. most offenses get 2 warnings (1 - 2 counts), then a time out for a 3rd. most serious offenses get automatic time outs. consequenses don't have to be time outs (taking away stuff also works, but parents don't get to have temper tantrums (no screaming, yelling or hitting). worked well for my 4 y/o. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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It worked wonders for us. I mean it, they don't call it magic for nothing. Started at 20 mo for a very strong-willed boy and still using it at 5 yo when necessary. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.13.08, 05:46 PM Flag
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