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Thank you so much for being a valued member of the UrbanBaby community. We wanted to inform you that we are shutting down the site on July 6th. We are grateful for your participation and support that has helped make UrbanBaby such an important resource to parents for many years.

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[ - ] Sex and the city: The Lying, the Bitch, and the Wardrobe. I prefer this title. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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lol! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:16 PM Flag
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funny [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:21 PM Flag
[ - ] what's that ubercheap euro airline called? easy something? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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Easyjet [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:16 PM Flag
[ - ] DD will just be 4 when new baby is born. Live in burbs and never take her stroller in the car, but we do use the stroller a fair amount for walks into town, to the park, etc. Should I get a double stroller? If so, what should I get? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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Phil and Ted Sport, Vibe or Dash might be good options as can be used for newborn and toddler and as a single stroller for either too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:17 PM Flag
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Don't bother with a double stroller for a 4 y/o. If you really think she's going to be too tired to walk sometimes, get a buggy board for a single stroller. A double stroller will be a waste of money. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:40 PM Flag
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4 yo should really nopt be in stroller [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:44 PM Flag
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It depends on the situation - at a place like the Bronx Zoo or Disney it makes sense, but on a day-to-day basis they usually aren't necessary. We live in Manhattan, and other than the Bronx Zoo, 4 y/o DD hasn't used her stroller in about 6 months. We do take the bus more than we did when she used the stroller regularly, though (it's easy for me to walk 20 or 30 blocks pushing the stroller, not so easy for me to muster the patience it takes for DD to walk that far). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:47 PM Flag
[ - ] Thinking about spending a week near the ocean in NC - any suggestions of towns? have never been there 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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the outer banks are all great... also look into okrakoke island... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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i have never been there, but hear that Kiawah Island is nice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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Kiawah is in South carolina [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:22 PM Flag
[ - ] going for my pregnancy glucose test tomorrow morning. i shouldn't eat any sweets tonight, right? and should i fast tomorrow morning even though the doctor said to eat breakfast? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.02.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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what you eat tonight will have no affect on test results, and you should eat breakfast if your doc told you to, just don't have anything sugary. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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eat as you normally would and just follow your doctor's instructions. why change anything? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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what fast if the doctor told you to eat? that will effect the results... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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people think fasting will mean lower numbers, but the opposite is true. without anything else in your stomach your blood sugar will spike. With some protein/fat it will be digested slowly, no spike (unless you actually have GD). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:17 PM Flag
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good point. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:19 PM Flag
[ - ] paris to amsterdamn, no dcs. fly or eurostar? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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Eurostar - much more comfortable than flight and if you do early morning, you'll be there for check-in time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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ty! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:15 PM Flag
[ - ] I think I lost my license. I am flying on Thursday and I have no passport. Am I screwed? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:11 PM Flag
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you should be able to get a temp licence at the dmv [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:13 PM Flag
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pretty much [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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alert the state dep immediately, call someone. travel.state.gov [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:15 PM Flag
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i recently flew from SFO to Boston and my partner realized as he entered the security line that he didn't have his license. they still let him thru security in both San Francisco and Boston w/o ID -- he just had to go thru extra security and have his bag searched. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:19 PM Flag
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i think that's odd... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:41 PM Flag
[ - ] What is wrong with scheduling infants and toddlers within reason? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:09 PM Flag
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infants and toddlers are entirely different things. what's your real question? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:10 PM Flag
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there was a post below on how someone disagreed with scheduling for infants and toddlers - just wondering what could possibly be wrong with having some structure to a child's day [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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well, ita with that in terms of the first 3 months, during which you need to go with the flow. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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^^ except the 2 hr rule for sleeping works great. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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scheduling is very good for toddlers and timing is great for infants (eat every x hours, sleep every x hours, etc.). children actually find structure and routine comforting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:14 PM Flag
[ - ] when do I stop the sleep sack? DB is 8mo and i am afraid to stop, like she won't know when to go to bed. Also, afraid she is going to start standing up in crib instead of sleeping and sack stops that. If no sack, what do i put her in for bed in summer? blanket? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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you can either keep the sack and wait for her to outgrow it (she will eventually) or you just stop using it and let her adapt (which she will do eventually). Your choice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:08 PM Flag
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I don't see any reason for you to stop until she grows out of the biggest size. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:12 PM Flag
[ - ] starting db on solids - what are good organic brands? tia 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.02.08, 02:02 PM Flag
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Earth's Best [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:04 PM Flag
[ - ] Ped said it is ok to give DB milk at 10mo (introduce gradually) until DB weaned. Anyone btdt? Would really like to avoid formula. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.02.08, 02:00 PM Flag
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My ped said none until after 12 months (something to do with enzymes). But I would listen to your own ped, I really don't think your ped would jeopardize your baby's health. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:01 PM Flag
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But how can a baby's ability to digest change overnight (i.e., on 1 yr bday)? It must be gradual, right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:03 PM Flag
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You can either digest or not digest something (there is a threshold in there somewhere). I think the 1 year rule is just statistics - like 95% of babies can digest milk by then. Your ped knows your baby, and I'm guessing by 10 months like 50% of babies can do it. If your baby isn't one of them, since you are gradually introducing it, no real harm done. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:05 PM Flag
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Thanks! That's really helpful [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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It doesn't change overnight -- it's just that their brains and eyeballs are different at age 1 than earlier. The enzymes in formula help develop healthy eyes and brains. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:08 PM Flag
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Whatever. Just try it. Formula is fine too. Not sure why you're so opposed to it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:01 PM Flag
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op: I can't explain it. Rationally I know it's fine but I figure DB has gone this long w/o it, would rather continue to do so [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:02 PM Flag
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The protein, and especially iron, structure is different. Formula tries to mimic breastment. Milk absolutely does not. That said, follow the doc's orders. I've never heard that advice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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We did at 11 mos almost cold turkey and it was really fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:01 PM Flag
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I did exactly this on pediatrician's recommendation for the same reasons. No problems at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:16 PM Flag
[ - ] just found out that hosp confirmed my scheduled c-section (med issues require this) -- feels so weird to know when DS is coming. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.02.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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why did they schedule it? not your first? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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breech/C with #1, subsequent internal surgery for unrelated reasons that wld cause complications [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:01 PM Flag
[ - ] Has anyone heard of Dr Mark Steele? Thoughts? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.02.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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Yes I have taken my daughter to Dr. Steele bcause one of her eyelids was a little droopy. He was excellent. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.04.08, 12:48 PM Flag
[ - ] My conclusion on the swing wars. If you think it's wrong to ask for a turn it's because you are passive aggressive and would ask this as a demand. The rest of us are normal healthy people who know how to interact with others. 25 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:55 PM Flag
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itttttttttttttttttttta! well said. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:55 PM Flag
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yep. ditto here. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:05 PM Flag
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it's either that or these women can't say no. so they don't allow their kids to ask for things. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:11 PM Flag
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I grew up in the sticks and we did a count down for turns on the swing. I bet my kid would get beat up by a mom if he did that now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:55 PM Flag
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np: I got bashed for saying I made my kid get off the swing if he'd been on for a while and there was a wait. People are nuts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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see below--I police dd and her friends to get off ofter a while if there is a line. waaay too many overentitled brats out there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:58 PM Flag
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Thank God, it's like I was in an alternate universe - both of the prevailing opinions were so weird. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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what both opinions? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:06 PM Flag
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1) My kid can stay on the swing as long as they want and screw the other kids waiting or 2) I'm going to patiently wait forever while a brat hogs the swing because it's rude to ask! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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i get it. i had considered that to be the same opinion. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:16 PM Flag
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np: I do the same. I am the limited resources poster who was also getting flamed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:07 PM Flag
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nnp: (Well, I just posted below.) I would argue that the person telling their kid to ask for a turn, in your situations, is interjecting in your parenting. Unless it has been some extreme amount of time (which was never established) telling your kid to ask my kid to get off is akin to saying, "I don't think you are going to monitor your kid and get off in a a reasonable amount of time." That is where I draw the line. (Not like I actually care but it is UB so I'll play along.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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Some kids never get off. My dd is old enough that she goes to swings alone, and in the 6+ set there are plenty of kids that will happily swing for half hour or more with plenty of other kids waiting. If you don't teach your kid to ask they'll never get a turn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:25 PM Flag
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I'm confused. You don't mean that your 6 year old goes to the park by herself or is alone/out of sight there for half an hour or more do you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:35 PM Flag
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Not mine, but many of the kids are. Parents/babysitters are in the bench area near the exit, far away from the swings. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:43 PM Flag
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OK. I feel like the example just changed. The two posts I was replying to both talked about parents/caregivers on hand and actively involved. If that is not the case then the answer changes. If my 5 yo kid is alone in the park and hogging the swing -- you have every right to direct your kid to ask him for a turn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:52 PM Flag
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lol. you're not kidding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:59 PM Flag
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I'm a total swing dominatrix. I have NO problem telling kids to take turns, especially if thery are old enough to know better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:58 PM Flag
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np: This is absurd. I think it is wrong to ask for a turn because I monitor my kid and my kid doesn't hog the swing. If you think my kid is on too long, come and deal with me. (I did not post for or against on any of the other swing discussions.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:19 PM Flag
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first of all, thanks for coming and discussing something rationally. i actually thought the opposite. i think it's great for my dd to learn to ask for her turn. why should i come and interfere? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:23 PM Flag
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ITA. My dd is 6.5 and kids that age don't have parents hover around at swings, yet many have no manners. She needs to be able to ask. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:26 PM Flag
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Because for my kid (and most kids of his age group I think) if you (the litle girl in the OP) ask him to share either he shares or he doesn't. And if he doesn't get off right away he will feel like he hasn't shared well. But if he swings while you wait quietly then I say, "ok, your turn is up." He gets off, probably smiles at her as he walks away and feels good about having shared. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:29 PM Flag
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that's why parents should be monitoring their kids, to prompt them in how to react to situations. imo, the asker's mom was doing her job by prompting her dd to ask for a turn. i teach my kids that when someone asks for a turn, they should finish up their turn and give the next person a turn. if no one is waiting, they can play indefinitely. if someone is waiting, there's a limit. i think it's a healthy lesson and i'm surprised the kid's mom would be considered overbearing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:32 PM Flag
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^^^but i do respect your opinion. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:33 PM Flag
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Fair enough. Maybe it is about where one swings. For the swings my kids use it is obvious if someone is waiting or not. So there is no question about this. (I'm glad I waited out the swing debate. It seems like we have two differing viewpoints held by equally rational parents.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:39 PM Flag
[ - ] I work in NYC and live in the 'burbs, and this board really makes the women of NYC seem like real rags. Is it only the beyotches who post on here? 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:53 PM Flag
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I live in NYC and I'm fine [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:54 PM Flag
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What's your position on the swing issue? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:54 PM Flag
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I don't know what this is. My dd loves swings [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:55 PM Flag
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Look at the Most Popular Posts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:56 PM Flag
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the nice ones are at youbemom.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:54 PM Flag
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That's completely not true. They are worse over there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:55 PM Flag
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Nah, you just take offense because you live in the burbs. I used to live in NYC now just moved to burbs and notice I'm a little sensitive to any criticisms. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:54 PM Flag
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OP: I'm not offended. Just shocked at the viciousness of the swing posts! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:56 PM Flag
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I'm betting most of the moms arguing aren't even from NYC. It's anonymous, you know. We don't need to prove where we're from. I plan on pretending I'm still from Brooklyn! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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I live in NYC and I'm fuckin awesome! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:54 PM Flag
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Most of the moms i know are cool. but believe me i've met some annoying, complaining, nagging, whining moms too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:55 PM Flag
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Isn't this just how it is everywhere? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:56 PM Flag
[ - ] How do you pronounce this name? Saoirse 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:52 PM Flag
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gaeilic? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:53 PM Flag
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Say-oar-ee-say? lol, probably Zour-say??? [ Reply | More
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Seer-sha [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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actually, sir-sha [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 01:57 PM Flag
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or sar-sha [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.02.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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