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[ - ] I have a 7 week old dd (my first). I am breastfeeding exclusively and I feel as though my milk has very suddenly gone down and my breasts don't feel full at all. Any ideas? Did this happen to you? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:33 AM Flag
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your breast aren't as full because they have adjusted to produce the right amount of milk, not too much. very normal and not a problem, unless your baby suddenly seems unhappy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:34 AM Flag
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does dd seem satisfied? if so, don't worry. if you know your supply has dropped, try drinking gatorade. i hate the taste but it saved me twice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:40 AM Flag
[ - ] So if there are no waitlists this year, and people turn down a spot, then is it up to the school how they fill the spot - is it left to their discretion? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.11.08, 11:33 AM Flag
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I don't think that has been announced. There is speculation of a so-called 2nd round over the summer, in which kids who moved here after the testing date and kids whose results were botched may be able to test and fill up some of those spots. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:36 AM Flag
[ - ] Co-sleeping question: WHich is easier, co-sleep or use an Arm's Reach Co-sleeper attached to the bed. From reviews, I worry I wont use it that long, and that the mattress wont be flush w/ our mattress. What are your thoughts?? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.11.08, 11:31 AM Flag
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i loved the co-sleeper. it is true the mattress isn't flush, but i had no problem lifting the baby out. we stil had plenty of room in our bed, and no worries about baby falling out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:32 AM Flag
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^^also, it isn't an either/or, both my babies spent time in teh co-sleeper and in our bed, adn if they were in with me the co-sleeper acted as a bedrail. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:33 AM Flag
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how long were you actually able to use it as a co-sleeper?? My DD is already over 2months old.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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my first was out of it a 4-5 mos b/c he was already crawling out and pulling up. my 2d stayed in a lot longer because she was not as mobile. it converts into a playyard if you wat that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:50 AM Flag
[ - ] thinking about getting the maclaren triumph. anybody have this one and not like it? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:28 AM Flag
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i have it, got it 2 years ago and i LOVE it. it's sturdy, reclines plenty for sleep, light, has a carry strap, easy to collapse and operate. and cheapish [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:29 AM Flag
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i've had the same triumph for 5 years -- great stroller -- really has stood up. love the shoulder strap -- makes life a lot easier... plus, easy for big kids to get in and out of. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 03:41 PM Flag
[ - ] POLL: Long story short, I have a difficult relationship with my mom and do not want her here visiting right after the birth of our third. I told her via e-mail that we'd be taking the first few days for ourselves and, as predicted, she retreated into silence. She's very victim mentality, so this is not new. So here's the question: She lives long distance, and her birthday is coming up. With a close family member not speaking to you, would you send something for their birthday as usual, send less or just a card, or ignore it entirely? I don't want to be vindictive, but nor do I want to engage in a way that will let her off the hook for refusing to engage with me to begin with. Please don't flame, I'm looking for thoughtful thoughts only please. 21 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.11.08, 11:21 AM Flag
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I would send card/gift as usual and extend the olive branch, but hold firm on no untimely visit. g.luck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:23 AM Flag
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op: do I have to call? I really don't want to call. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:25 AM Flag
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np: i think you should call. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:27 AM Flag
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call [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:27 AM Flag
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o.r. I would extend the olive branch via the card...but that's me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:28 AM Flag
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I can imagine wanting to send less, but if she likes to escalate things, I would do what you usually do so she has no excuse for her behavior. Sorry you are having such stress right now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:23 AM Flag
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i'd still send a gift/card, but just be clear about the timing of visits. your mom sounds really childish (as is mine), so just treat her like a child. it sucks that you have to be the adult though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:24 AM Flag
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she is an adult [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:26 AM Flag
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my therapist suggested treating my mom like a new person who i'd never met (e.g., let go of the baggage, but keep at arm's length), and it really helped me deal with her. is that something that would help in your situation? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:28 AM Flag
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sending an e-mail about such an important issue is not "engaging" IMO. it's taking the easy way out at best, and passive-aggressive. she hasn't retreated into silence, she just didn't respond. don't ignore her birthday. and you should reach out to her about this. have a real conversation. there's nothing wrong with wanting those early times to yourself. just explain that and she'll have to deal with it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:26 AM Flag
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op: we'd been e-mailing back and forth on that and other things, and I felt I had to clarify and did. I don't see the passive part of passive-aggressive there at all. I was totally direct and not pretending to be otherwise. as for calling, she insists on screening all her calls, so you have to start speaking before she'll pick up the phone ... then you leave a message and half the time she doesn't call back, so you wonder if she got it ... she's actually the passive-aggressive one, and I'm just not playing the game anymore. thanks for the thoughts though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:30 AM Flag
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^^^it has been my experience that e-mail is a really bad way to communicate with someone who often looks for the slight. my sister is like that and she can turn a perfectly innocuous comment into an attack [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:34 AM Flag
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op: this is very true. I choose e-mail because phone calls are even worse with her and 90% of the time turn downright explosive, since having me on the phone is when she can essentially hold me hostage in all manner of ways. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:36 AM Flag
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Do we have the same mom? I would send a card/gift, what you would normally do, but personally I probably would not call her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:27 AM Flag
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Why would you mirror her behavior? She's chosen not to speak to you (that is her choice). You proceed as normal. Do what ever it is that you would normally do (a card, an email, handmade crds from kids). No apologies, no begging for her attention. There is no need to let or not let her off the hook for her own decision not to communicate. It is not your job to parent/retrain her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:27 AM Flag
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^^^^^BTW, my guess is that the reason she engages you by disengaging is that it has been effective in the past. She probably feels pretty powerless in her own life. Again, not your problem, and you can certainly ask for a few days after the birth of a third child. Congrats on yourpg, btw. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:30 AM Flag
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op: yes, I believe she does feel powerless. when you say it's been effective in the past, you mean effective in that i've eventually reached out? that's probably true. ah, this is so exhausting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:33 AM Flag
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no, not necessarily you...but that perhaps this was the only effective way she has found in getting her own way with others. Talking and keeping you ground (if it is reasonable) is not "giving in." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:35 AM Flag
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np: effective also in that it gets to you. I like someone else's suggestion about treating her like a person you just met. also remember that no matter how nuts she makes you, she's still your dcs' grandmother. and you need to model for them how you would want to be treated by them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:37 AM Flag
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:31 AM Flag
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The greatest lesson I've learned from my dad is, "Don't let others define your behavior." If you would send your mother a birthday gift -- send her a gift. Once I started living this, life got so much easier. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:34 AM Flag
[ - ] Do you ever wonder if you married the wrong man? 36 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:19 AM Flag
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i used to. but not for a long time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:20 AM Flag
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Actually, never. A friend of mine was just talking about this the other day, and I didn't know what to say to her, since she assumed everyone feels this way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:20 AM Flag
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you are lucky [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:24 AM Flag
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Yeah, I really am. Especially since I nearly married a man that would have been the wrong one a few years before I met DH. I remember thinking, well I should just marry X, no relationship is ever perfect. And life with DH isn't perfect, but I was always making excuses for my ex and life would have been hard with him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:26 AM Flag
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recently yes. only bc an old flame contacted me...if things had been different then id possible be with him and not DH. But the thought of not having my DC makes me impossibly sad. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:21 AM Flag
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Yes and I am sad to admit it but I think I may have [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:22 AM Flag
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would you ever do something about it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:25 AM Flag
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No. He is a good man and a good father. He loves me completely. I think it would probably be a mistake to hurt him and our children so that I could feel more fulfilled. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:28 AM Flag
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its nice to know im not the only one. you are me in a nutshell [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:36 AM Flag
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why is he wrong for you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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sometimes i think i may have. it just feels like a big mistake. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:26 AM Flag
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never. even when I'm at my most angry, I am totally aware of how lucky I and our kids are to have such an amazing guy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:26 AM Flag
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Well my dh is hard to be married to, but no one else asked, and I'm not sure anyone else would be better. My dh is thinskinned, depressive, sometimes antisocial but also brilliant and loyal. Boyfriend I had before him had easier personality but cheated. Hard to say. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:28 AM Flag
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thats a good way to put it. my dh is hard to be married to as well. He is a good guy but i find myself wondering how my life would be different if i hadn married someone different. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:35 AM Flag
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No - but occassionally DH will say something that makes me wonder how I could have married someone who felt that way. But I don't think I could have found anyone about whom I wouldn't have felt that way now and then. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:38 AM Flag
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Not for one second. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:40 AM Flag
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If I even start to wonder, I always come back to DH being the best man for me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:42 AM Flag
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i married someone safe, nice, calm, easy to live with. My bet was that he would stand the test of time better than someone who excites me enormously. The marriage is still too new to tell, but so far so good..... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:44 AM Flag
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ditto. We're 6 years into it and considering some of the things life has thrown us and how we've dealt, I know it was right. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:47 AM Flag
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I was so in love with this amazing australian man when I met my husband. Of course, I married the safe, quiet, studious German. Sometimes I feel like I'm playing racquetball without any balls...I hit the ball and nothing happens, no sound, no excitement....just quiet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 05:34 PM Flag
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without any walls...but I will say that he is very nice most of time...but a little cheaper than I initially expected him to be...My grandmother always used to say that you should marry the man you can live with, not the one you can't live without...not sure yet how that is going. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 05:36 PM Flag
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I hope it works out for you. While I married the calm, safe guy, I can't say that he doesn't excited me. Sometimes you go through phases in your relationships -- sometimes there is more excitement than others. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 05:39 PM Flag
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Sorry I couldn't reply UB is totally fucked up with reply functions...I'm so bored. I feel like I have set myself on fire for any sort of reaction. do you think it's maybe a cultural thing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 05:42 PM Flag
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Yeah, I know. I just had the same problem responding to you. Anyway, what do you mean by a cultural thing? What culture are you and your DH? I do think there is something in our modern culture that reveres romantic, passionate love to the point that people may overlook other aspects. I also think our culture has built us up to believe we can and should have it all. I have a terrific husband and while I wish we had a better sex life, everything else is great and we are lucky to have what we have. I don't think you can have it all. I think you have to prioritize what you MUST have to be happy, you know? If dh didn't make me laugh and we didn't have fun together outside of bed, I couldn't be happy. So there you have it. (Long answer to your short question.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 05:46 PM Flag
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^^^^I also think in the case of setting yourself on fire, maybe it's not you at all and just him. Have you talked to him about how you feel? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 05:48 PM Flag
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Well...I'm american. I HAVE A GREAT EXAMPLE.(keep in mind this type of behavior was endearing at first). I say to him honey, guess what? I just spoke with our travel agent again she's going to hook us up with upgrades for our trip to africa!! His response: "that is nice" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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completely monotone, stoic and with the absence of emotion. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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sorry, I was gone. Oh dear. I don't know what to say. Sounds like that's just his personality. What about him makes you happy? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 06:53 PM Flag
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Well he's adorable. He is super supportive of my career and I regardless of my desire to set myself on fire, I know he really loves me. So I would never do anything to hurt him. Even though sometimes it feels like I'm married to a flatliner. So what do you have to have to be happy with your husband? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 07:21 PM Flag
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He's very funny, also very supportive of my career, very easy going, smart, handsome, a great father and friend. He's truly a good and honest man who would never hurt me. I am very lucky. I just wish he were better in bed. (SO shallow.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 07:29 PM Flag
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NO that is so not shallow....we periods where it's sort of boring [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 07:35 PM Flag
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do you ever tell him what he's doing wrong? then he does as soon as you start at it... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 07:37 PM Flag
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having trouble with the reply function again. Yeah, I have told him and for some things he's tried and for others he has an excuse. For example, I'd love to try diff't positions, but he says some of them would hurt him, so we're stuck with 2. Also, I think my libido is seriously lacking, especially after kids, so I don't have the energy anymore to try to work on the sex. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 07:42 PM Flag
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honestly, never. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 05:36 PM Flag
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I definitely married the wrong man, and i regret it every day. in addition to feeling extreme shame over this mistake, I have yet to figure out how to exrt=]] [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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I'm not the easiest wife to deal with, i often think my husband wonders if he married the wrong woman! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.12.08, 03:21 AM Flag
[ - ] Am very friendly w/ mom of child's classmate. She gave me something small for my bday. I want to reciprocate. Any ideas? Was going to do mani/pedi certificate but now am thinking of something she can use for their summer house. do you think that is okay or should I give something more personal? I was thinking of one of those cool Guacamole bowls from crate & barrel. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:17 AM Flag
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Someone just gave us a really great bug zapper from Restoration Hardware. We just moved to a lake house, so kind of a joke - but it works great and looks nice too! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:19 AM Flag
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I think the house gift idea is actually more personal. Gift certificates always seem generic to me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:21 AM Flag
[ - ] what is a reasonable amm to pay a nanny? Approx 40 hours a week, 1 DC who is 1 year old. TIA (Boston Suburbs) 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:17 AM Flag
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I paid $12 then $13 when he started walking. That was 5 years ago tho. Also Boston suburbs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:44 AM Flag
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$600.00 per week [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 03:45 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone potty train by leaving the bottoms of their db? Did it help? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:16 AM Flag
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this is how we started with ds. it did help - he would agree to sit on the potty only when his diaper was off (b/c he didn't want to go with nothing on) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:18 AM Flag
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this is what we did. also pumped my twins full of liquids (juice, milk, water) and took them to the potty every 30 mins. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:21 AM Flag
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that's where we are now - if dd is naked she has no accidents in the house - I can't get her to tell me to pull down her undies or diapers though. It will take some time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:23 AM Flag
[ - ] need hostess gift for a cocktail party. it's the parents of my child's class. don't know them too well. don't want to bring wine...can you suggest anything else? it is at their home. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:16 AM Flag
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nice box of chocolates [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:18 AM Flag
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send flowers earlier in the day [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:20 AM Flag
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that is pricey - usually min of $40. How about a great boxed candle? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:44 AM Flag
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perfect! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 03:44 PM Flag
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what about a set of dipping oils from williams sonoma -- comes packaged -- very pretty [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 03:43 PM Flag
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photo album [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 04:03 PM Flag
[ - ] Ever since starting solid foods 2 weeks ago, dd's intake of breast milk/formula has gone way down. She breastfeeds at wake-up and bedtime and gets 2 bottles during the day - but she's only been taking about 4 ounces from each. Could it also be the heat affecting her appetite? Or her runny nose? What to do? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:14 AM Flag
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congestion often makes babies eat less from bottle or breast because they can't breathe and suck at the same time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:18 AM Flag
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this is what i was thinking... Is there anything I can do? Can a 6.5mo drink from a cup (not a sippy cup, but a real cup)? Would that be easier? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:40 AM Flag
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some sure can, or you can try to cup feed, or use teh nose-sucky thing before feeding [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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maybe will try a cup. and the nose bulb thingy. thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:42 AM Flag
[ - ] What should I wear to party tonight? It is a cocktail party with d.j. for a 30 something. Park Avenue crowd. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:13 AM Flag
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Flirty summer dress and heels. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:14 AM Flag
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ok i was debating between that and jeans, nice silk top and heels [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:17 AM Flag
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Well, since it's cooler today, either would be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:21 AM Flag
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Sounds like fun! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:20 AM Flag
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it should be. are you or? if not, what do you think i should wear? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:21 AM Flag
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I'd wear summer dress and heels-- you can wear jeans anytime! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:23 AM Flag
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That's true! I should take advantage of the occasion. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:23 AM Flag
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no jeans. this summer is all about dresses [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 12:37 PM Flag
[ - ] Can someone help me. I seem like a confident person but I obsess secretly about really stupid things like whether or not my daughters get invited to birthday parties or if i get invited to parties. It's sad and I need some perspective. I know I shouldn't care and this stuff is not important. I care about playdates, friends having dinner and not inviting me. It's making me sad because I know I shouldn't care. Help me. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:11 AM Flag
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i don't know if i can help you--but think about a dinner party that you had where you didn't invite someone that you otherwise like. not everything is a slight. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:22 AM Flag
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You are me! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:26 AM Flag
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perhaps talk to a therapist. were you socially excluded as a child/teen or in your family? I think our issues almost always stem from our formative years. gluck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:26 AM Flag
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i used to be like that and then i went into therapy and got on some meds -- has made the world of difference. don't beat yourself up [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 03:44 PM Flag
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It is contagious. Don't give this to your daughter. You have esteem issues. Get help. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 04:02 PM Flag
[ - ] Tell me it will get better, please. Recently moved out of NYC (two months). Love our house, on lakefront in great community. Everyone we meet is very nice, but I really am only friendly with one mom so far. Don't want to overload her, but some days she is the only adult I speak to other than DH. I swear I was nearly in tears the day the contractors left, because at least then people were around. 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:09 AM Flag
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Was it better in the city? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:10 AM Flag
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Well, I had 20 years' worth of friends and acquaintances. So in that way, yes. Actually am preferring the pace and space here, just am lonely. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:11 AM Flag
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This is why I am dreading a move to the suburbs next year. Can you get a PT job or volunteer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:30 AM Flag
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How old is/are dc? Go to classes, etc.? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:11 AM Flag
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Both are in school. I hope it gets better after school lets out. There are beaches and summer programs, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:12 AM Flag
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It's a little late in the year, of course, but in the fall you can join school committees or volunteer, or get a part-time job, I guess. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:15 AM Flag
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Yes, the school is a big deal here, so if I join a committee in the fall it should help. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:18 AM Flag
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it will get better. this is totally different but when i moved to a new city for grad school i remember going to stores and buying one item just so i could talk to the sales clerks. this was before cell phones and cheap long distance and the internet and i knew no one for over a month. i was sooooo lonely. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:11 AM Flag
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I find myself doing the same thing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:13 AM Flag
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Also, if it is slow here, go to youbemom.com (not spam) for busier online conversation. There have been days in the suburbs when I relied on that to stay sane. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:16 AM Flag
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Thx, haven't tried that site yet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:17 AM Flag
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where are you? I was looking at the ads for Candlewood Lake and thinking "hmm..." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 12:07 PM Flag
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It's not Candlewood, but similar. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 03:46 PM Flag
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What town are you in? when I moved to Short hills from the UES, I joined their new comers club and have made a ton of friends [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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join the junior league -- when i moved to the burbs, i didn't know a soul and then i joined the league and met a million great women -- and don't worry -- they don't wear white gloves and pearls. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 03:45 PM Flag
[ - ] for those who did ivf or iui, did you notify your boss ahead of time that you would be taking more time off for doctor's appts? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:02 AM Flag
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I did, because several times I needed to run out with little notice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:03 AM Flag
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Doing iui and haven't told boss yet because I've been getting to work on time after the a.m. appts., and for the others I've just told him I had a dr's appointment and left it at that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:10 AM Flag
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I did not tell my boss anything until I was 5 months pg which was right before I started to show with twins. IUIs are quick so you can schedule them before work, lunchtime or after work. When I did IVF, I went for early morning blood work and ultrasounds. For the days of IVF procedures, I took personal or vacation days. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:33 AM Flag
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it's the little notice that is hard to explain. my boss said i wasn't letting her know in enough time, but of course I didn't really know either. next time, i'd probvably explain ahead of time - not say exactly - but just that i'll have to take time off at little notice so be forewarned. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:42 AM Flag
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op: but hope there is no next time! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:43 AM Flag
[ - ] Anyone here ever needed antibiotics for a sinus infection? What were your symptoms? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:01 AM Flag
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Horrible sinus pain and pressure for over two weeks, swollen glands, even my face was puffy. Had sinuses scraped too, which was unpleasant. Now I use neti pot at first sign of infection. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:05 AM Flag
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was there any drainage? i'm in pain and using saline spray but nothing is draining. i thought you had copius amounts of snot w/ a sinus infection. what is a neti pot? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:08 AM Flag
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I didn't have drainage - the swelling was so bad it shut where it should drain from. Google neti pot - it's this crazy water pot to flush out your sinuses. First time feels like you're drowning, but really really works and you get used to it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.11.08, 11:10 AM Flag
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