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[ - ] Is it ok to give 6mo yogurt? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
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we were told 8 mos. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:58 AM Flag
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op: so are you just giving 1st & 2nd stage foods now? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:59 AM Flag
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no, we give everything. DB is now 15 mos. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:58 AM Flag
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I think we started at 7, but doubt the extra month really matters. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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op: is there a special baby yogurt or any yogurt ok? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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whole milk yogurt is best for babies - you can buy the yobaby, or just buy regular whole milk - try plain first, many babies will eat it before they get used to having sweeter things. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:02 PM Flag
[ - ] i'm so proud of myself. i really wanted a snack and i did not take some ice cream or a can of soda. i am right now snacking on chickpeas. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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I wish I was you [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:58 AM Flag
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if you saw me, you probably wouldn't wish you were me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:00 PM Flag
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are you dieting? how much do you want to lose? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:02 PM Flag
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just started. i have a lot of weight i want to lose. so i'm just trying now to go down one full size and get more fit. (i'm really out of shape besides being very overweight). it's easier for me this way b/c if i'm trying to go down one size, i can convince myself that yes, that one soda makes a difference. if i'm trying to lose 35 (or 55) pounds, then that one soda does not make a difference. (which is probably one of the reasons i'm so overweight) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:08 PM Flag
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good job! I have found that if I avoid sugar during the day, I get less hungry. Must be some sort of blood sugar thing. If I start out eating junk early, it's all over [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:06 PM Flag
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i'm usually ok in the morning. i'm at work and i just don't really snack at all. in the afternoon is when i start losing focus of what i'm eating. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:11 PM Flag
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maybe play around with it and see if you notice the same thing. It took me years to make the connection. I am able to do so much better if I just avoid sweets during the day. Then at night if I want desert once in awhile, it's fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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thanks. i might do that. i do have a lot of sugar in my coffee in the morning. i wonder if that's really causing me problems later in the day. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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could be. I do put sugar in my coffee in the am too, but not too much. Doesn't seem to have a huge effect. GL to you! Sounds like you have a great attitude about it and a really positive focus. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:17 PM Flag
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thanks. i'm really trying. i'm not sure if it's true but i feel like i already am fitting into certain clothing more easily. definitely feeling more energetic lately. it's a great feeling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:24 PM Flag
[ - ] WOHM: What are you wearing today? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:55 AM Flag
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White eyelet skirt, yellow Lily Pulizer sweater, white Cole Haan maryjanes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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what brand skirt [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
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H&M [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:59 AM Flag
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t and jeans [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:59 AM Flag
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ditto (wahm) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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Dark brown cropped and tailored capris (the horror!), a beige lacy cami and a black cropped, crocheted sweater...with black crock heels. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:03 PM Flag
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pencil skirt and cardigan. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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White trouser jeans, cashmere tunic sweater, beaded flats. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:28 PM Flag
[ - ] When did you db go to one long nap in the middle of the day? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:55 AM Flag
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11 months, and everyone said it would be 18 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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10 or 11 mos. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
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12mo...he was sort of forced into that schedule at day-care when he moved into the 12-18mo room. He still takes 2 on the weekends. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:03 PM Flag
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actually did 1 nap yesterday at 13 mos, due to our schedule, and it worked fine. not sure if we should do this regularly now, or stay at 2 naps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:04 PM Flag
[ - ] thinking of visiting spring lake nj, anyone been there? great for kids? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.29.08, 11:55 AM Flag
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Awesome! I did my summer shares in Spring Lake. It's very Irish. Fine for kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
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can you rec a good family friendly place to stay? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:59 AM Flag
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The Breakers [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:05 PM Flag
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YOu can also visit Pt. Pleasent, which is just over the bridge. They have a boardwalk with rides and mini golf. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:59 AM Flag
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NP. Ok but don't stay in Pt. Pleasant, it's very gross and cheesy, but yes kids love it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:06 PM Flag
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Oh no, it is gross. I wouldn't stay there. Sorry if I gave that impression. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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We love it. The restaurant choices are pretty bad but the beach is really nice. It is a great, peaceful getaway [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:00 PM Flag
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is it too cold to go next week? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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NP. You'd have to check the weather report for that, but BTW there are some good restaurants in Red Bank/Asbury Park which are not too far away. SL is really nice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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Very nice. We stayed at a hotel called "Breakers" as far as I remember, right on the beach and child-friendly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:18 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone been to the north carolina outer banks? dh and i want a low-key vacation for a week with 3yo ds. are the beaches nice? do we need a car? is it better to drive from nyc or fly? thanks! 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:54 AM Flag
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It's a long drive, but we always do it (been going there since I was a kid). Back then we would split up the drive, stay over night somewhere. Now we drive straight through. You will want a car whether you fly or drive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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how long is the drive? and do you know which areas are worth staying in, i.e. near the beach? where would you stop along the way? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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My parents have a place in Duck. But Corolla is also very popular. It has grown a lot and there is plenty to do for kids. Once we stopped in DC, Salisbury, MD, any of those places on the Eastern Shore in MD. But we always take Rt. 13, not 95. The drive is about 8-9 hours. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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we went twice, once stayed in Kill Devil Hills - in a condo - lots of kid things to do there. definitely need a car whereever you are there. Second time stayed in 3BR house further north in Corolla, its much quieter up there, was about 15 mins to even go get ice cream at night. depends on what you want. we drove, 9 hrs from north jersey. depends on if you mind that drive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:58 AM Flag
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it's nice, but a HUGE pain to get to (8-10 hour drive, or fly then drive 2 hours). i love the hamptons, or i think Cape May is just as nice and a lot easier to get to. Cape Cod is great too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:00 PM Flag
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cape cod beaches suck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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NP. Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard are way overrated. NJ is not rural but has better beaches. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:20 PM Flag
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try south carolina instead, easier to get to, more options for eating out, etc. look in litchfield, pawley's island. the flight is an hour and a half and it's a half four drive from the airport. go for a condo, then you'll also have a pool for the little one [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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^^^greatbeachvacations.com. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:02 PM Flag
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^^^bridgewater has the smallest condos and they overlook the beach/ocean...beautiful beaches btw. we've been going there for 15 years [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:03 PM Flag
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^^^half HOUR drive from the airport [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:18 PM Flag
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Been to the Outerbanks a few times, but it's a little too laid back for me. I prefer Virginia Beach. There's a nice section of houses that has Outerbanks feel, but you have mini-golf, nature center and good restaurants nearby, plus shorter drive. Check out va beach real estate. good luck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:12 PM Flag
[ - ] db is 3 weeks old. how long til she is on some kind of schedule? every day/night is totally random 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 05.29.08, 11:53 AM Flag
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three months [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:55 AM Flag
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thx! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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don't stress about it. always felt like I was dong something wrong because she wasn't on a schedule. she'll get there. enjoy!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
[ - ] what's a good gift idea for a 5yo boy for about $25? fwiw, he's not into star wars 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:53 AM Flag
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Legos [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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my little sandbox [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 01:29 PM Flag
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superhero action figures? remote controlled cars? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.21.08, 01:36 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone living in Chelsea (between 6th and 7th) with young kids and loving it? I haven't fallen for it just yet and start to feel bad about moving here. Help! 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 05.29.08, 11:52 AM Flag
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Hm, I live farther west, still in Chelsea though, very happy here. How old are your dc? What sorts of things are you looking for? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:00 PM Flag
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^^^If you're still watching - I see below you have a newborn. Check out the classes at Realbirth - it's on 22nd near 6th - they have a mom's group as well. Also Gymboree on 14th btw 8th/9th has classes. Maybe stroll through Chelsea Market? Good luck. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:39 PM Flag
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i used to live there and loved it. what's the problem? Madison Square and Bleeker parks are near, Appleseeds, gymboree. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:02 PM Flag
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OP: My baby is a newborn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:14 PM Flag
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Oh - don't worry yet! I had friends and a FT job and found being a new mom very isolating. Once they are a little older you do more kids stuff. It is far from Central Park though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:16 PM Flag
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We went to babymoves when our dd was really little and liked it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.03.08, 09:09 PM Flag
[ - ] This will so ignorant, so forgive me, byt my neighbor's DS is 3 and doesn't really talk, he stares at waving flags and fans, and doesn't really interact with the other kids. Almost as if they are not even there. Is this just his personality or something else? 12 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:47 AM Flag
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Is this what they tell you or just what you see? Maybe he's different at home? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:48 AM Flag
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Mostly what I see. She did tell me he is in speech therapy though. You're right. I don't know why I am even asking. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:54 AM Flag
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sounds like something else [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:49 AM Flag
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ITA, signed mom of PDD kid [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
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What is PDD? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:59 AM Flag
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Basically a generic term for developmental delay that isn't autism, strictly speaking. What OP is describing is a lot like my DS. Including the speech therapy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:00 PM Flag
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He's probably fine. I don't know why I am even asking. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:09 PM Flag
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:51 AM Flag
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well this sounds like autism, or some variety of it. But I wouldnt dx based on your description. is the kid in daycare or something, where other adults get to observe him? I would myob. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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No he is not. He will be going to school next year. His mother is my friend, and I would not say anything of course. But, just wanted to be supportive... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:09 PM Flag
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It must be hard, on one hand, if it were my kid, and i really didnt know he was unusual and someone could help us out by saying something and getting early treatment... but on the other hand, you really dont have any expertise. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:11 PM Flag
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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Special Needs 05.29.08, 11:44 AM Flag
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Yes! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:49 AM Flag
[ - ] DS comes home from 1/2 day K and begs to watch 1 hr. of t.v. He genuinely seems to need some down time but should it be without t.v.? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:44 AM Flag
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I don't think it matters [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:48 AM Flag
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yes- I think it should be without tv, that is stimulating the brain in a different way, that is more active which is why they tell you not to allow kids to watch tv an hour before bed [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:50 AM Flag
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such a good point, thanks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:50 AM Flag
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i don't like the idea of tv as the means of downtime. i think it sets up bad habits (almost a dependancy). i've gotten flamed for this in the past, but that's what i feel. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
[ - ] did anyone on have problems when you started a db on solids? what did you do? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:43 AM Flag
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What kind of problems? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:50 AM Flag
[ - ] Dieted and exercized for 3 weeks, lost no weight (actually gained a pound). So frustrated I have given up. Now I'm starving & snacking all the time and feel awful. Not looking for advise (need to get back on track) just venting. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:43 AM Flag
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How much do you need to lose? Maybe you're at your setpoint? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:45 AM Flag
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OP: I'm trying to lose 10lbs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:52 AM Flag
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That's the hardest. You REALLY have to up your exercising, not just diet. When you only diet, you hold water. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:58 AM Flag
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^^^Do more than 35 minutes cardio and lift weights. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:59 AM Flag
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OP: Thanks for the motivation. I'll try to get back into it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:01 PM Flag
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how much are you trying to lose? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:46 AM Flag
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1. do not weigh yourself for four weeks, starting from the last time you weighed yourself. 2. pick on time of the day and switch your eating habits. you can choose breakfast. you can choose late afternoon snack. you can choose dinner or after dinner snacking. pick a time that you acknowledge is a problem area but taht you think you can really stick to a change. try it for a week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:48 AM Flag
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OP: I changed ALL of my eating habits for 3 weeks to no avail. Really did eat healthy. Not crazy, just healthy. I will try to target as you recommend and see if it has any more success. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:53 AM Flag
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were you feeling any better? i refuse to weigh myself while i am trying to lose weight. it's really depressing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:02 PM Flag
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I really didn't feel any different [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:04 PM Flag
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What kind of exercise? How many days per week for how long? What kind of fodds were you eating? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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OP: Cardio (35 min) and crunches 3-4 times a week; mainly ate veggies and low-fat meats. Snacks were nuts, yogurt and fruit. No eating after 8:00 pm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:57 AM Flag
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Sorry, but that's not enough exercise. If you want to take off the lbs. you need to exercise 5-6 days per week with at least 4 sessions of either 45 minutes cardio/moderate or 30 minutes cardio/intense. You must also do more than crunches when it comes to weight resistance training, preferably weight training that works large muscle groups at one time, e.g. squats, lunges, pull-ups, push-ups, bench press. . .If you don't like weight training try Pilates (real pilates not mat pilates). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:03 PM Flag
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OP: You are right. I've never worked out before so didn't want to jump in head first. I guess I need to do more :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:09 PM Flag
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If you've never worked out before it would be worth it to have a few sessions with a personal trainer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:12 PM Flag
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Maybe I should. Thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 12:13 PM Flag
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Special Needs 05.29.08, 11:42 AM Flag
[ - ] anybody has any experience with these speach therapists: fisch-kaplan; bassi and gartner; vanessa bernard; linda caroll; carole bloch? TIA 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.29.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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Went to Fisch-Kaplan's practice. Never saw her, but ds saw several others and they were very good. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.30.08, 01:55 PM Flag
[ - ] my 6 mo old will not eat rice cereal or oatmeal. i've been trying on and off for a month. he hates it. anyone btdt with advice? 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:38 AM Flag
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do you mix it with applesauce? don't stress it, is he bf? if so, then he is fine for a year without cereal [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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no, should I mix it? He is now on a bottle [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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yes- mix it in with the baby applefood, that makes a difference [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:48 AM Flag
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ITA try and mix it with baby food fruit. my dd was a fan of the apple, banana, pear all mixed with oatmeal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:50 AM Flag
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just skip and go to fruit [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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did you? will this be okay? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:42 AM Flag
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yes, with my 3rd. she hated cereal, never ate more than 1 TB of it in her life. almost went directly to real food at 7 mos. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:44 AM Flag
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the rest of the world does not feed babies boxed rice cereal, and they all seem to survive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:56 AM Flag
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no - start with vegetables first. if you start with fruit it's harder to get them to like things that are less sweet. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:48 AM Flag
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My pedi said, so are you never going to dive dd fruit then. It really doesn't matter which one you give 1st. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:52 AM Flag
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this is a myth. they're going to like fruit better no matter what order youdo it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:55 AM Flag
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Hate sthe taste or hasn't mastered swallowing solids yet? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:41 AM Flag
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both, makes a face and won't let it in mouth [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:42 AM Flag
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rice cereal is really gross - my kids both hated it. I always stirred some fruit into oatmeal and that seemed to work fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:47 AM Flag
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try something else. Those cereals taste like paste. would you want to eat it? Give some fruit or veggie puree or try some yogurt. You don't have to give cereal you know. There aren't really any rules for this stuff. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:49 AM Flag
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We started with fruits and veggies...never did cereals. Ds loved sweet potato and apples/pears. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 11:51 AM Flag
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