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[ - ] anyone ever read/used "Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Childs Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days"? seems good but would love some btdt. (1-2-3 magic is toast in my house) 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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i have not read it. but what i have found most helpful is to read as many books as i can. then give a lot of thought to dcs, to their personalities, to why they are having problems (or why i'm having problems with them) and then choose a method or a composite of methods that will work for this dc. and that's why i have perfect kids. (joking, of course). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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yeah, i think most of those books could be summed up in a page, but i'm in a tight spot now--my oldest is going into k and is very willful, and my middle is in the terrible twos, and we have a new baby. some rules around here would be goosd. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:25 PM Flag
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i also have three under five. i'd be happy to give you any suggestions if you have specific problems. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:26 PM Flag
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not really, just general craziness, and i feel like I am forever hollering and only 25% is sinking in. #1 is very stubborn and a total boy's boy, and as much as I hate to rein him in, he's gotta calm down a bit and chill before he leaves our lovely progressive preschool and enters public K. And #2 is just totally willfully disobediant-totally the worng time to throw a new baby into the mix. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:30 PM Flag
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sounds familiar :-) that 2yo stage is so difficult. it's like talking to a wall. thank goodness they are cute! and fwiw, i have not seen any book that has helped me deal with the chaos that is inherent with three small kids in your household. the best advice i've gotten has been from other moms and it all boils down to the same thing: take it a day at a time. prepare as much as you can beforehand. and don't sweat the small stuff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:38 PM Flag
[ - ] when should I take DS to the eye doctor? He si 2.5 now and I think he is color blind like DH. He knows all colors but almost always mixes up pink and purple and often alls shades of brown green. Especialy tans and light browns. JUST like DH. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
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why don't you ask your ped? you'd need a referral anyway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:22 PM Flag
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hmm. i'm watching this post b/c ds is 2.2 and knows all his colors very consistently, but always calls purple 'pink'. i didn't know this could be color-blindness. what do you mean by "shades of brown green"? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:22 PM Flag
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When DH sees tans and light browns he thinks they look green and DS just started doing this too. The purple and blue thing I just thought he got wrong 'cause he's still young, but the greens and browns just seem really concistant with DH's trouble [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:25 PM Flag
[ - ] is your home overrun with dc's art ? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
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Nope. I'm a bad mommy who throws it all away. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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i want to channel you.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:22 PM Flag
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Get storage box and weed through one's that you really love, date them or put age on them and toss out others. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:26 PM Flag
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you are correct, but two huge new folders just came home from school including a few sculptures made of "reclaimed" things and pottery... actually, i love the pottery [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:27 PM Flag
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Keep what you love, send some to grandparents (they can safely throw it out if they want to) and quietly recycle the rest. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:28 PM Flag
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don't let them see them in the trash, do an undercover mission when they aren't home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:30 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone send their kid to Catholic school? wdyt? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
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I went to catholic school, but DS isn't in school yet [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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I have friends who do. It is a lifestyle choice for them. I went to Catholic School and would never send my kids. The thinking is very black and white. I don't feel they take an interest in really cultivating a child's strength, rather every child must fir the same mold [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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Most of my family does. My brother and I were the only ones (out of 15 grandchildren) who didn't go to Catholic school and most of our cousins are sending their DCs to Catholic schools. For some of them, the Catholic schools are the best options they have - rural communities where the public schools suck. For others, it's the lifestyle choice they have made. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:30 PM Flag
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we are planning on it. DH got a great education at catholic school and I got a pretty poor one at public. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:32 PM Flag
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np--Was it a Jesuit school? They seem to turn out the most well-educated adults that I know. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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don't you have any obections to the church's official position on everything from women to gays? and what about the whole pedophile issue? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:24 PM Flag
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I totally do. key reason not to attend. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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^^NP, btw [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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DS was in PreK at a Catholic this past year, and we do plan on staying at the school long-term. I think you REALLY need to evaluate individual schools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:41 PM Flag
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Totally depends, you need to look at the curriculum. I am Catholic and went to Catholic schools, but in our area there are better private schools that are not Catholic. Would not do public in DC area. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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Cqatholic (by pabtism), went to catholic school, taught at catholic school. Great education but could not send my kids on principles... I would feel like a complete hypocrite. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:22 PM Flag
[ - ] db won't take a bottle. any suggestions? she is #3 and 4mo. I just want to cut back on nursing a bit--after ebf three kids, i need a break. i know the normal suggestions (different bottles, have someone else give it to her...) 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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sorry for the double post [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
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dont give in to breastfeeding. when db is hungry db will eat. my dd would skip the first bottle feed but 1-2 hrs later was so hungry took the bottle. so i pumped for 3 days and only gave bottle. after that i went back to breastfeeding except for one bottle a day so she would continue to take it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:33 PM Flag
[ - ] I wear Spanx almost everyday under my work clothes. No big deal. Today on "Today" Hota and Kathie Lee showed their spanx under their dresses. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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It makes my back hurt when I try to wear it all day at work. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
[ - ] I am a vegetarian (18 years) who never learned how to cook any mean/poultry/fish, and hate cooking. DH is a health nut, also not fond of cooking and often ends up eating meatless meals at home b/c he does not want to prepare anything complicated. Now that dd is eating solid foods I feel totally lost! Don't even know what to make her or how. Where to start? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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Get the book "First Meals". We loved it... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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make her some vegetables! Why does she need meat, poultry or fish? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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OP: want her to have a healthy diet, with sources of protein. if she chooses to be a vegetarian as an adult, so be it, but dont want to force it on her now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:21 PM Flag
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why do you think you are forcing her? surely you give your kids the best start you can - if you have been a vegetarian for 18 years surely you think that is the best thing? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:31 PM Flag
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make her what you eat ! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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OP: sadly this is mostly pasta and carbs. I know my diet is not the healthiest, want her to have healthy eating habits. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:22 PM Flag
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you will... throw in some beans or something and call it a day... fruits and veggies and carbs are what most of the world eats ! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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was a vegetarian for 12 years (until I became pregnant and could have tracked and dressed game myself the way i craved it) but have many veg and vegan friends. kids ask for the chicken nuggets when they want them and then you can decide what to do. for now, be calm and feed her what you all eat... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:24 PM Flag
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Don't worry about it. Our 4 y/o DD is vegetarian by choice - she simply doesn't like the taste or texture of meat. As long as she is getting good protien (yogurt, cheese, beans, eggs, etc.) she will be just fine without ever eating meat. Also make sure she gets plenty of fruits and vegetables and all will be well. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:26 PM Flag
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the easiest thing in terms of cooking is a soup. you can make chicken soups or soups with beans for protein. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:28 PM Flag
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if she is vegetarian she really doesn't need to give them chicken soup to get protein! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:30 PM Flag
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if she doesn't usually cook meat or chicken, this is a foolproof way for her to do so. her post sounded like she wanted to. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:48 PM Flag
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I have a 4 year old and a 2 year old and they are both vegetarian as am I. It's totally easy to make sure they get everything they need from their foods. They are such healthy kids - are never sick and love their food. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:29 PM Flag
[ - ] Havianna Flip Flops, anyone wear them? Like them/don't like them? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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I just bought some, very comfortable but they seem to run big, should of bought a size smaller [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:25 PM Flag
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Did you get the slim band(the top band) or the regular band? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:27 PM Flag
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Love them! Have a millions pairs (slim and regular) and wear them all summer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:33 PM Flag
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Hey thanks! I will go Havianna shopping then! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:34 PM Flag
[ - ] Where can I find the awesome wedges Jennifer Aniston was wearing in last weeks US Weekly (cheesy Jessica Simpson cover) - she was wearing a black dress with Jon Mayer - scoured internet & all the shops - MUST HAVE THEM :-) Tia 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:15 PM Flag
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Wow. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:17 PM Flag
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do you know the shoes I am referring to - saw the mag at salon today and ripped out the pic b/c they are the perfect shoe! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
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Go to Zappo's and look there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:19 PM Flag
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I know the shoe you are talking about & looked for it everywhere, let me know if you find out who makes it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:20 PM Flag
[ - ] Dumb question here but I really don't know: Can women be color blind? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:13 PM Flag
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yes, but it is less likely because the trait is recessive in women and dominant in men (e.g, you need only one gene to have it if you're a man, but two if you're a woman). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:14 PM Flag
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op: My dh and I are starting to think our dd may be. She has alot of trouble with colors and seems to consistently call red things green. DH is colorblind. She is 2.5 y/o. Is she too young to be tested. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:18 PM Flag
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I think there are some pretty simple tests - pictures that color blind people can't see. But your ped could tell you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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does your dh get red and green mixed up? My DH is color blind but can tell the difference between these [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:23 PM Flag
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I believe so. (Bad wife moment here I can't remember). He has definitely learned to live with it and has no issues with driving or matching his clothes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:24 PM Flag
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Yes, but it's extremely rare. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:17 PM Flag
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you would think so if you were in my MIL's apartment, but I hear it's so rare that it must just be bad taste... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:21 PM Flag
[ - ] That's dark Jack, very dark. 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.03.08, 05:09 PM Flag
[ - ] SO what am I? fat, old, pathetic, or all of them? Just bought my first spanx to wear under a very thin floaty dress. I look better with the spanx but feel pretty depressed. Do any of you wear this or am I the only one here wearing a girdle. 27 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:03 PM Flag
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I can only wear them for a few hours before I get so uncomfortable, they must come off! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:05 PM Flag
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have been pondering making the same move. I'm also full of self pity [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:05 PM Flag
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I always assumed that everyone wears Spanx under formal-wear! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:07 PM Flag
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right?!?! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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mee too. Am I wrong? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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I know the woman who invented Spanx. She is very thin and has never had a weight problem yet she wears them due to jiggly butt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:07 PM Flag
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and rich? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:08 PM Flag
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i know her too. she is the thinnest. i also know her fiance (a close friend way back when partying a lot). he also made a ton of money as an entreprenuer [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:11 PM Flag
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i know her as well and she's smart and savvy and very charitable... even if she does have a jiggly butt. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:16 PM Flag
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lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:53 PM Flag
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it's either that or you can't wear anything fashionable and you'll have to wear the dresses those chicks at the compound in Texas wear. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:11 PM Flag
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I swear by them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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spanx or the compound-chick dresses? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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SPANX... and I am not "fat" (5'8", 135, but everyone could use a little love) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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hate spanx, prefer corsets. but everyone wears spanx, even beyonce [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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You can't corset your butt [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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I actually started spanz. thank you ladies for the compliments! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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and thanks for you for the fine product spanx lady [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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how do you feel about people here calling you jiggly butt? ;-) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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spanz or spanx? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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I buy spanx at TJ Maxx [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:24 PM Flag
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and you can't spell it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:31 PM Flag
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I wear Spanx tights. I need the girdle, though. How does it feel? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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the tights are, essentially, the girdle- no? is there more? (np) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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they also make just the body slimmer part and power panties and other stuff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:27 PM Flag
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neither. enjoy - and feel good. you look good with them on. or, as I tell myself, at least better [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:27 PM Flag
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Thanks- I actually feel better after reading these responses! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 06:29 PM Flag
[ - ] need highlights and haircut in downtown nyc...any suggestions? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:02 PM Flag
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Ultra on the LES. Ask for Randal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:03 PM Flag
[ - ] If a baby is going to be a thumb sucker, when do they start? Right away? Or can they start after a few months? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:01 PM Flag
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My thumb sucker (now 7 and still sucks when upset or to go to sleep) sucked in the womb and was so desperate to get to it when she was an infant that we propped it up on a pillow for her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:03 PM Flag
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OP: My first db was a thumbsucker, too, but for the life of me I can't remember if she always was, or if it started later. db #2 is 12 weeks old now... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:04 PM Flag
[ - ] Moms of shy kids please help.....my 4yo dd is REALLY shy in public (not at home). I was a chaperone on her school field trip today and saw her in action at school...is was so shy and quiet it killed me. Don't get me wrong, I don't care that she is shy but I feel like she is a doormat. How can I help her get? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:01 PM Flag
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Host playdates with children of her choosing. This is something she has to do herself, mostly, but you can give her opportunities to practice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:04 PM Flag
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ITA and add that you might want to do some activities to help build her self confidence - karate, swimming, gymnastics. Something more individual and not as team oriented. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:13 PM Flag
[ - ] Our house sold!! I wish I had a bottle of celebratory champagne. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 04:57 PM Flag
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Wow, congrats! Where are you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 04:59 PM Flag
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Mississippi. We are moving to Japan in a few weeks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 05:01 PM Flag
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