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[ - ] HELP - DS is 9 months old for the past 2 nights he has been waking screaming uncontrollably around 9/10 pm (seems like separation from us) wwyd??? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:03 AM Flag
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Is this about 1.5 hours after DS goes to sleep? Sounds like a nightmare. Could be triggered by: (1) Growth Spurt, (2) Developmental Spurt (language, motor skills...) or (3) Very active day. Don't beat yourself up, this is totally normal! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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what can I do to help him. This happens anywhere from 1.5-3hrs after going to bed. what is the best thing to do to help him?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 10:39 AM Flag
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Comfort him. Is he really awake or is he still sleeping? I usually hold my ds while he cries and rock him gently while singing. Offer him water (if awake). The singing usually quiets him down. Try not to turn on a light... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 10:43 AM Flag
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Cute side story: the ABC song became his 'calm down' song. The other day, he offered to sing it to a crying infant at the park. So cute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 10:44 AM Flag
[ - ] 18 mo is tired by 11:30am-ish and naps shortly thereafter...he's starting preschool (2 days) in 3 mo that goes till 12:30pm. Whenever I try to push the nap later he doesn't deal well. He can hold out till noon but not much later. Advice? even pushing it 15 min every few days doesn't work too well 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:02 AM Flag
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worry about this in 2-1/2 months. seriously much can change in that time. When he starts preschool he will be stimulated by that he will stay up, though he will probably take good naps afterwards. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:36 AM Flag
[ - ] BTDT moms: My 4 YO still has a hard time with bringing toys out of house because he's anxious other kids will take them, etc. He goes to preschool, we talk about this all the time at home, we work on sharing a lot...yet here we are. Any tips, etc? TIA 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:02 AM Flag
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why does he need to take toys out of the house? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:03 AM Flag
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op: On the occassion that we go to park or pool, etc. I guess just don't like that non-sharing vibe. By 4 I feel he should be over this. I guess not. (also I have an uncle who was always like this and is really selfish as an aduly and I'm thinking this will be my kid...projecting - I know. But can't help it) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:06 AM Flag
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i don't think it's a big deal if he doesn't want to bring toys. but if you want to encourage it, you should buy some new toys and designate them as "park" toys and they are only for takign to the park. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:10 AM Flag
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lol. I'm the opposite. my kids always want to take stuff to daycare. I just warn them not to get upset if it gets lost or broken. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:05 AM Flag
[ - ] Met up for a chat with ex-boyfriend yesterday (was in the city for a few hours). He later wrote such a sweet email. I'm seven months pregnant and I really LOVED that! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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Dangerous! Men are always easier when you only have coffee with them... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:02 AM Flag
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Well, in my third trimester with my third child, and the ex-boyfriend safely married on another continent, it was just fund. But I'm glad he is not in NYC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:06 AM Flag
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*fun* [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:06 AM Flag
[ - ] Any Interior design moms on? Anybody? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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I have decorated my own homes... is your question general enough that feedback may help? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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not professional, but people ask me to help with hteir homes and i love to do it... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:14 AM Flag
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^^ oops, meant to respond to OP [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:15 AM Flag
[ - ] So DS is 1.5, and i never expected to be in the City when he was ready for preschool so I never paid any attention to all the various options (the different privates, the G&T, the various zoned publics). But it looks like we will be living here for at least another 5-7 years so I should probably start paying attention. However when all of you talk I have no idea what the hell you are saying. I don't know what any of the abbreviations are, I don't know the buzz words (progressive, child-centered vs. traditional) or where any of these schools even are. I am a former Long Island girl, who went to my local elementary and hten to my local high school and then a respoectable Univerity of ____. I know nothing about this elite education system. WHere can I go to educate myself before I begin this process? 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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insideschools.org [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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i feel the same way BUT just removed myself from the NY Schools boar dbc of those annoying people debating Hunter/Anderson - I dont know what either of them are but if those moms kids go there, not for me! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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what ny schools board? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:19 AM Flag
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Your Settings" Region NY Schools [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:21 AM Flag
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zupi fpm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:18 AM Flag
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Don't worry about G&T etc. at this point. What you should do is look into the preschool options in your neighborhood (doesn't make sense to travel to far). There's a book that every Barnes & Nobles carries that lists them all (some websites do as well). You're not too late yet. You need to educate yourself now about what schools are out there and apply and tour in the fall for preschool admission in the fall of 2009. (Your ds will still be on the young side then for preschool, but it won't hurt to explore your options now). Where do you live? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:21 AM Flag
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border between Gramercy and Murray Hill [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:26 AM Flag
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Sorry, not very familiar with that part of town... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:28 AM Flag
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thanks. there a billion kids around here so I am sure there are pre-schools but damned if I know where or what they are. I just figured by this point I would reluctantly living some suburd and sending DS to whatever local school was there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:29 AM Flag
[ - ] out of 7 kids invited to dbs 3 yo party 2 rsvpd no, 2 maybe (will try to make it) and 3 haven't replied at all. I don't have their contact info, just gave invites at the class/playground so can't contact parents to confirm. Party is this Saturday and as it stands anywhere between zero and 5 kids may show. Not sure how to plan. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:58 AM Flag
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Geez, that is terrible I don't know why people don't respond. Is the party at your house or at a pay per head kind of place? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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i would take the maybes as a no and i'd thinkg that two of teh no-responsers will come. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:07 AM Flag
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I found that if you give out invites on playground/class less people tend to RSVP than if you mail/drop off at home for some reason. We had 1/2 show (of non-RSVPing people) for what its worth. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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General Topics 06.04.08, 12:22 PM Flag
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Will you see them at school? If not, I would leave notes for parents at school or see whether teacher can give you their contact info. Hope it goes well! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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that stinks - how far in advance did you give them out? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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about 2 weeks in advance [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:07 PM Flag
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Why are people so effing rude? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:09 PM Flag
[ - ] I'm looking for recommendations on a good destination for a long weekend with the kids (2.5yrs and 5 months) that is driving distance from NYC. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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Mystic [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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That's a good idea - have you stayed there? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:02 AM Flag
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Hershey PA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:11 AM Flag
[ - ] Any interior design moms on? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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What's your question? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:00 AM Flag
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Well I have to get carpet for the living room dining area. I like this carpet but am afraid it will be 1. look washed out since I have a lot of natural sunlight and 2. stained easily since dd is 3 y.o. What do you think? TIA http://www.nourtex.com/products/newb.htm# Like it in the maize field (yellow) or mist field (light blue) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:05 AM Flag
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My parents had a light blue carpet...it does bleach out in natural light and spots easily. Is there anyway you could put in wooden floors? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:29 AM Flag
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np: for some reason I can't reply to the actual carpet question. I like the blue better but yes, I think stains will be an issue. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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So you would stay away from this carpet and not use it. I like the subtle pattern and carpet color. I have an oriental motiv and think it will look nice as a background with an oriental black lacquer screen and leather sectional. WWYD? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 10:00 AM Flag
[ - ] can anyone recommend a holistic counselor or therapist in NYC? Or a good acupuncturist? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:54 AM Flag
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I can recommend an (holistic) osteopath; also an acupuncturist -- which would you prefer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:57 AM Flag
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both please. what is an osteopath? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:02 AM Flag
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my dh and I have both been to osteopath for various physical ailments (e.g., back problems, carpal tunnel; also I saw her when I was pg); she is an MD with training in osteopathy and takes a v holistic "whole life" view to treatment. Her name is Dr. Dawn Cieplensky, she's at 55th and Lex, # is 212-465-3175. My acupuncturist is Dr. Yoshihiro Yamaguchi, he's at around 54th and 7th, # is 212-246-7588; he also does herbal remedies I believe tho I haven't used him for that. good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:24 AM Flag
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But is Dr Yamaguchi licensed in acupuncture? There are some MDs who are not licensed in acupuncture (really dont' know much about it) but claim to be an acupuncturist. Make sure that he is licensed. There is a big diff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 01:09 PM Flag
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yes, he is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 03:21 PM Flag
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Licensed in acupuncture? LAc title? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 03:47 PM Flag
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I don't know what LAc title is, but acupuncture is what this guy has been trained in, it's what he does. I've been to him as has my dh and my df, we have all had very positive experiences with him. He also,FWIW, treated a well known celebrity who ran the NY marathon a few years ago. not sure why you are so doubtful of his credentials but go ahead and contact him and ask him -- he's v nice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.05.08, 07:07 AM Flag
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Sharon Ann Aiyana Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs 41 Union Square West, Suite 511 New York, New York 10003 (212) 894.0767 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:23 AM Flag
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^^ good friend who I use [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:24 AM Flag
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i love our acupuncturist: Nyssa Tang. she is located near Flatiron Building, and is wonderful. her number is: 718-791-9188. she is also a good friend of ours. totally recommend her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 09:44 AM Flag
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Jane Page. She's on the UWS. Excellent. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 04:30 PM Flag
[ - ] Moved 3 yo to a bed, and his sleep is a nightmare. Awful cycle - wakes up at 4 and won't fall back asleep. Will not nap. Exhausted by 5:30-6:00 and passes out. Repeat. HELP! Any advice? I'm at the end of my rope 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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Sorry! We found that our 3 year old had nightmares after we moved him to a bed. It did pass after 3 weeks. We have a set routine for putting him to sleep. Three stories in bed, ABC song and started to use a white noise machine. It works most of the time...but there are days. Good luck. I'm sure he will get into the habit soon. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:53 AM Flag
[ - ] I am 100% a proponent of vaccinnes and truky believe that people who don't vaccinate are irresponsible and selfish. That said DS just turned 1 yo and is due for his MMR and I am totally freaking out and thinking of delaying. All this hype is really getting to me. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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just get it on time and all at once. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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i think it's a normal fear. ask if they can split it for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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take a look at askdrsears.com it help me with my anxieties about this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:53 AM Flag
[ - ] What's the deal in LIC? Anyone live there? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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no, no one li es there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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anyone HERE live there? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:45 AM Flag
[ - ] how do I clear history on my mac computer from firefox? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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what have you been up to? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:45 AM Flag
[ - ] okay, i know she's only 9 weeks old, but when is she going to nap for more than 30 minutes off of my body? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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when you take her off of your body and put her in her crib [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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are you using the miracle blanket? my dd#2 would only sleep on me at first, then we got her to sleep in a swing, then we got MB and it was a lifesaver [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 08:55 AM Flag
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