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[ - ] Where do you buy a first bed for a 1 1/2 yr old. Does it need to have railings? 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:12 AM Flag
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better to not have railings. my ds was jumping on his bed and nearly destroyed his ear when he came crashing on the bed rail. just put pillows on the floor near the bed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:14 AM Flag
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that's terrible. did you get a bed low to the ground or a regular twin bed? thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:31 AM Flag
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regular twin. fell ou of it maybe twice in the past two years. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:38 AM Flag
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bad advice. just cause your kid is a jumper doesn't make this ok. We bought a regular twin, then installed a side rail that can be tucked under the mattress when not in use. our daughter moves around alot in bed and w/o rail she would've fallen out 100s of times by now [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:50 AM Flag
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I bought double beds for my kids so I never needed railings. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:17 AM Flag
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Regular twin bed and you can make your own safe side rail by putting a swim noodle under the fitted sheet (on the edge). It creates just enough of a barrier that dc will not fall out of bed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:42 AM Flag
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I am a big fan of bed rails. They have helped my dd alot. I think they made her feel more secure when she trasitioned to a bed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:45 AM Flag
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where can I go to buy bed railings, and are they easy to install? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:00 AM Flag
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target or babies r us [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:03 AM Flag
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Some models just tuck under the mattress - no installation necessary. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:20 AM Flag
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Also, can I buy a bed that is low to the ground, or is that not necessary? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:01 AM Flag
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Not necessary. Also, consider buying bed rails from consignment... you'll only need them for a few weeks to a month or 2. It's a very short transition. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:02 AM Flag
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why are you moving an 18 mo to a bed? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:10 AM Flag
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Got 2yo the Kidkraft Modern Cot - very low to the ground plus a rail. He loves it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:16 AM Flag
[ - ] Why has this board become so slow? Was the change in format really that bad? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:05 AM Flag
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I think its a combo of alot of people leaving, plus some people sorting post by recency and others by most active, so people aren't looking at the same posts at the same time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:18 AM Flag
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I agree - I keep coming at different times and it's never busy anymore. The beginning of the end... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:18 AM Flag
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all I can say it that its so slow, that I can post with terrible grammar and noone calls me out on it anymore.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:21 AM Flag
[ - ] Had my hair dyed and have a big splotch of color on my face I didn't notice til I got home. Any home remedies for getting this off my face -- soap isn't doing the trick.. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 06.01.08, 05:04 AM Flag
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Once read that Windex would help. Who knows?! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:12 AM Flag
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rub off with loofah or washcloth [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:34 AM Flag
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use simple alcohol or witch hazel and a q-tip... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:03 AM Flag
[ - ] period due tuesday, took early pg test and got negative but i feel pregnant, what are the chances? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:00 AM Flag
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slim [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:12 AM Flag
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still a chance... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:22 AM Flag
[ - ] I have a stupid question, please don't flame me. I have a 4 week old dd who breaks out of every swaddle we try to get her in. We bought the Swaddle Me things and she busted out of those too. I have seen posts here about the Miracle Blanket and the Aden&Anais blankets, and they all look great but...are there any moms here who didn't swaddle their newborns? What did they sleep in? PJ's? I know a blanket in the crib is not an option, but we want her to be comfortable at night. Short of having her sleep in her swing for the next few months, DH and I are struggling to find a solution. TIA. 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 06.01.08, 04:56 AM Flag
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i never swaddled. use a sleep sack. have a 3mo old [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:01 AM Flag
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can your DB sleep w/o swaddling? i never swaddled my first 2 dc's and they slept fine. in a swing for the first month or so, but so what? it's ok to sleep in a swing. it's more similar to the fetal position they were in, in utero. that's why they like it :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:10 AM Flag
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My dc was the same way. It turns out that his body temperature is higher than average. To date he sleeps with light blanket even in the dead of winter. But the worst, he told me when he was older, was having his feet covered. Try putting on an extra layer of clothing on dc's top. I believe the belly is the most vulnerable to cold. Good luck! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:20 AM Flag
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miracle blanket is FAR better than the swaddle me which my db broke out of too. But I stopped swaddling around 1 month anyway. I used the sleep sack over footed pjs - now that it's warmer, db just sleeps in a one piece pj [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:02 AM Flag
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we used sleep sackes, never swaddled for 2 kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:39 AM Flag
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why do you people insist on swaddling. some babies like it some don't. yours doesn't so give it up and tune in to your db. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:08 AM Flag
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seriously. all of you suggesting buying tighter and tighter blankets are nuts. the kid doesn't like it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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you cannot measure a newborn's like or dislike of something; the swaddle actually replicates the feeling in the womb (the "fourth trimester"), although the db's nature may be to "fight" it, but that is not related to the swaddling but the overall feeling of needing containment [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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not eveyr newborn needs this "containment" and yes children do have preferences that early. parents need to match their style/actions to cues db's provide [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:20 AM Flag
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well, probably not every one, but what she's describing is typical. Harvey Karp seems right on target with this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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you should read stella chess [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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don't need to, my dd is out of her swaddle at 8 mo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:25 AM Flag
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or here: don't know these people and have not read on the subject. but it seems pretty obvious to me that some kids are comforted by being contained and others are not. I think it is weird to try deal with any dc, babies ncluded as if they are all the same, and all like anything. you need to tune into your baby and try different things, finding what works. I am on number 4, btw. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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I would say if they cry, wake up or kick off a swaddle, you certainly can say they don't like it and are not comforted by it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:07 PM Flag
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my two month old hated being swaddled. we also used a sleep sack and only swaddled when he was fussy. dwell studio for target has a great quality sleep sack. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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also, we would "swaddle" him with his arms out [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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my ds used to get one arm out of every swaddle. It is no big deal. Get a sleep bag. Swaddling ends relatively quickly soon and is not a requirement of parenting. Enjoy! They grow so fast [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:28 AM Flag
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miracle blanket is the best best thing ever. swaddling helped tremendously [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:53 AM Flag
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My dd hated being swaddled. Absolutely HATED it. Would scream nonstop every time we tried. So we put her in PJs to sleep, made sure the room was a good temp, and she was fine. No big deal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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Please don't ask a swaddling question on the NY Schools board. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 10:03 AM Flag
[ - ] UB, please let me 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:47 AM Flag
[ - ] Parenting is a lot more relentless than I imagined. I don't know why I didn't realize it, but it just NEVER lets up. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:44 AM Flag
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How many kids do you have and how old are they? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:48 AM Flag
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sorry for the break - I have two: a mildly special needs ds (4.5) and a precocious 2 yo dd. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:27 AM Flag
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totally agree w/ you on this and it's the main thing I didn't realize. it's so constant [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 04:26 AM Flag
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ok, it does let up. there is hope, hang in there (mom to 9 & 6 year olds) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 04:56 AM Flag
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that's a very long time from now! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:28 AM Flag
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word! signed, mom of 4 very, very young dc's (oldest is age 4) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:04 AM Flag
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so true [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:23 AM Flag
[ - ] Another Disney question: Is it worth it to stay in the Disney resorts? Traveling with dh, 2 dcs and mom. We can get a 2BR suite at a non-Disney property for 1/3 the price, but then we need to rent a car, fewer amenities for kids, not the same "experience." WWYD? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:38 AM Flag
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you will also need to pay for parking, gas, rental car which isn't that cheap these days. stay at the resort-you will save time too. i guess it depends on your budget overall, but staying on resort is good-try to stya somewhere close to park where you will spend most time [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 04:07 AM Flag
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We stay at the Buena Vista Palace (name may have changed a bit but it's similar) and we take a shuttle bus to the parks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:20 AM Flag
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stay at bonnet creek -- it's on disney property but not owned by disney -- it's a wyndham resort -- very kid friendly and you can get a suite with 2 or 3 rooms for a really good price and they have shuttles to the park. also, sprinkler park, playgrounds, ice cream socials, an arts and crafts for the kids, etc... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:24 AM Flag
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I stayed off property and LOVED it. You have the car, you go to grocery store for snacks and sandwiches, you are free to eat supper whereever you want and most likely save money because you are NOT on property. I would never stay on property. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 07:30 AM Flag
[ - ] how should I prepare my dc for the interview for private school? little bit shy. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.01.08, 03:25 AM Flag
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I don't think you can, other than exposing your dc to lots of playdates, so they are used to socializing w/other kids [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 04:47 AM Flag
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teach basic manners. Maybe roleplay how to act when meeting a new adult. Mine is not normally shy, but completely clammed up on these. I think they expect some of this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:40 AM Flag
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what questions do they usually ask in the interview? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:49 PM Flag
[ - ] any information of Summer camps not very expensive? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.01.08, 03:22 AM Flag
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asphault green [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:24 AM Flag
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thanks. it says"It is my hope that you will give a special gift to help a New York City child from a low-income family come to camp at Asphalt Green this summer." so most kids there are from low-income family? thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:41 AM Flag
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No, that line is about a scholarship program for some children. Most pay full price and are not from low income families. It it less expensive than a lot of other camps though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:22 AM Flag
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They are technically a non-profit, and they do have school groups in during the year, but they really shouldn't be getting non-profit tax breaks because they don't really serve many low income kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:32 AM Flag
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ymca, childrens aid [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 04:05 AM Flag
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Try church camps. Middle Collegiate Church in the East Village has a program that is $185/weekly: http://www.middlechurch.org/middle-church_youthfamilies_aftschartsprog.htm (scroll down) Also, many camps give financial aid for lower income families, but it may be too late to apply for this summer. Try calling, though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:31 AM Flag
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Harlem School of the Arts [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:47 AM Flag
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Oasis in Central Park. Also, I think there is the ACT program at St. John the Divine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:24 AM Flag
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Oasis is great, nice mix of kids, they take advantage of all central park has to offer, the pool, north woods, etc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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Thanks a lot to everyone!!!!!!!!!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:48 PM Flag
[ - ] I am loosing hope I can not find a nanny should I just settle? I am using craigslist as well as an agency. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:21 AM Flag
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I also used sittercity.com and had some luck. best sitter I ever found (pre-nanny days) was on craigslist. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 03:43 AM Flag
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what does just settling mean? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 04:08 AM Flag
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we used sittercity [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 04:26 AM Flag
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don't settle when it comes to your kids. i found myself in a bad spot and i just asked everyone i knew -- even DH's aunt -- and she was the one who had a friend who became my mary poppins -- you just have to put it out to the world and everyone you encounter... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:30 AM Flag
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go to the polish website bazarynka.com and post the add there. i know many people who found their nannys there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:38 AM Flag
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I found a great nanny from craigslist and then she decided to make her own schedule and never show on time. Same with a cleaning lady i found on there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 05:39 AM Flag
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when do you need someone? My nanny is looking for something in Sept. She's great. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:03 AM Flag
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^we are moving out of the city...she's been with us 9 years (first as a housekeeper then became our nanny) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 06:05 AM Flag
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Can I get her contact info? I am looking for someone new now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.11.08, 05:20 PM Flag
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prenatalyoga.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.11.08, 05:38 PM Flag
[ - ] what kind? 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:00 AM Flag
[ - ] me too 0 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 12:00 AM Flag
[ - ] When you come to UB homepage and it blows up the most popular topic, it freaks me out a bit. I feel like I shouldn't post anything too personal here bec of that. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.31.08, 11:58 PM Flag
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that and the fact that posts now come up in google searches. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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I hate the new ub. I haven't been back for awhile. Still sucks. See ya. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:46 AM Flag
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I hate that and the big red banner across the top. The whole design is a turn-off, because anyone walking by you while your on the computer can see what you are doing. No longer a discreet feeling in using the site leads me to be hesitant to post...I feel like it'll show up all over in HUGE type. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.01.08, 11:53 AM Flag
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