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Dear UrbanBaby community,

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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Thanks so much,

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[ - ] I need a MINDLESS and EASY read for relaxing time, any ideas? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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Shopaholic series; jodi picoult [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 07:22 PM Flag
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I like kid's lit. [ Reply | More
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The Interestings [ Reply | More
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[ - ] What would you have done? Friend drove in with her ds for a playdate with my 21 mo. We went to the playground. 21 mo had a blast but kept opening the gate and leaving the playground. I stopped it everytime and said to stop leaving the playground, but he kept doing it. I wanted to tell him no more or we'll leave, but I felt guilty leaving when my friend had driven 1/2 an hour for this playdate. I just kept repeating no-no and tried to talk about it once we were at home. I was really torn b/c my instinct said we should have left. WWYHD? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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it was one time, you did fine. You did not ruin your follow-through with one playdate [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:58 PM Flag
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Thanks :-) I was actually careful not to give an ultimatum b/c I knew I didn't want to follow thorugh. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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not stressed about it. told him no. distracted him. I wouldnt have left. he is 21 mos old for Pete's sake! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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yeah, but leaving the playground is dangerous. I try to let the little stuff slide but want him to adhere to rules when they involve safety. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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I would have said to my friend, it seems my dc is having a hard time playing in the playground, do you want to just take a walk in the park or come and play at our place? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:00 PM Flag
[ - ] I'm due in a month with db#2 and the plan is to have a vbac. I am a bit nervous because a friend of mine had complications with her vbac and wound up having an emergency c/s, which is obviously not the ideal situation. Does anyone has a positive vbac story for me? I need to bolster my confidence. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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haven't done a vbac but i did have an emergency c-section with a positive outcome. if that makes you feel better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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Was baby just too big to push out? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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no. breech and they tried to turn her but caused all sorts of problems. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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I had a vbac. Go into it knowing you could end up with a c but may not. Trust your doc and talk about fears and concerns. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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I know, I am definitely trying to keep my mind open to all possibilities. She's a competent doctor and did a great job with my first c/s. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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I had a good experience. Long labor and a little pitocin and all went well. I knew at the time that it might not work, but I really wanted it and my doctor was supportive. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:25 PM Flag
[ - ] Moving to NYC. Newly pregnant--any OB recs? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.27.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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neighborhood? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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Dr. Janice Marks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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np: i've heard good things. what do you like about her? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.10.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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dr. rosenberg at murray hill ob/gyn it is an all women practice. she delivered both my babies which was a fluke since you get whoever is on call, but i was very lucky. she is awesome. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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ITA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.10.08, 06:06 PM Flag
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Adam Romoff / park and 73rd. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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Leipzig- Park and 92nd. She rocks [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.10.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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dr joyce kim, dr broadman, dr friedman...78th and park...love them...great office. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 08.10.08, 06:08 PM Flag
[ - ] did you take prozac while pregnant? nervous about taking something while pregnant and looking for support. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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Lexapro during pregnancy and nursing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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op: i was actually taking lexapro. doc took me off b/c ttc and said prozac was better studied. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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yes I heard that too but I did not switch [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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hows your baby? did they wean you off in 3rd trimester or did you just take straight-thru. loved my lex. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:58 PM Flag
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DS is 23 mos. now. Seemingly fine in every respect but he has no words and is in EI. So is this lexapro or just a weird blip...? I don't know. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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me. zoloft. on the entire time. still on. ds is fine and is 3.5yo [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:06 PM Flag
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why not prozac? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:08 PM Flag
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np. Prozac is the least potent of all the SSRIs, plus it just doesn't work for some people (like all medications). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:09 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone take Klonopin regularly for anxiety? does it help you? I get so tired from it. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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i tried it once. it put me to sleep and made my extremities tingle. try taking half a pill? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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my brother does. he is tired a lot and i don't think it's helped him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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i took it some for a short period of time and it was perfect for me. ask for something else if it makes you tired though. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:56 PM Flag
[ - ] Would anti-anxiety meds make me unproductive and zoned out at work? I would like to be free of anxiety but not feel drugged up or giddy. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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i was on them for PPD and I felt lethargic but def less anxiety. so it's a trade up. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
[ - ] OK, anyone on know how much does a private bus cost from Chelsea to Anderson or Nest? I'm endulging my fantasy this evening :) 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.27.08, 05:53 PM Flag
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don't they have yellow busses? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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$2 each way. Called the subway. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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I think they'd be about $2000 for the school year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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nest has free school bus in manhattan. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:58 PM Flag
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3k a year [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:05 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone interested in a mint condition 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom duplex apt in midtown??? 1.399m and totally renovated 2 years ago.... 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.27.08, 05:52 PM Flag
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It sucks that people are trying to use UB for spam. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:53 PM Flag
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not spam...regular user...just seeing if anyone would be interested. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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hmmm, you are selling something on a non-commercial web site for personal gain but its NOT spam? Try again, you've been flagged. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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fine...flag me. just think you are over-reacting. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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np: so do i [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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hardly selling [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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thank you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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you're welcome Spamela [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:06 PM Flag
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nice ring to it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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You are spamming and someone was on here earlier doing the same thing but she posted her apt. site and got the shit kicked out of her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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LOL, I saw that. I think her days on UB are over. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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where exactly? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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near UN...2nd ave..1500 sq ft [ Reply | More
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what is the maint? Doorman? what floor? Elevator? other amenities. [ Reply | More
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not sure if i should respond since people are getting mad. didn't think this was spamming so look on nytimes.com for midtown and that price range, coop...located on 48th and 2nd... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:05 PM Flag
[ - ] Who is your favorite Desperate Housewife of NYC? Why? 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 05.27.08, 05:50 PM Flag
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Jill. She seems to be fully aware of how ridiculous she is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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I agree- she recognizes and embraces her over the topness [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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i thought you meant desperate housewives....of wisteria lane [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:53 PM Flag
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op: oops! i meant Real Housewives! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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yeah, Countess seems fine, but she has been involved in any "situations," so I go with Jill. She seems pretty cool but sooo not me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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Bethanny, I suppose, but they're all pretty hateful [ Reply | More
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[ - ] Good gift for boy turning 4? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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playmobile; fire fighter hat; hulabaloo game [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:50 PM Flag
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MY ds just turned 4 and he loves the Spray Racer he got and this Batman wings toy [ Reply | More
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http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/02/wonderful_toys_turn_your_kid_into_batman_with_awesome_cape-2.html [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:52 PM Flag
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oh- how is that spray racer? My six year old is clammoring for one. [ Reply | More
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very cool actually! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:58 PM Flag
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any of the cars stuff - my ds loves the mac bachelor pad [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:52 PM Flag
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kite, baseball tee, basketball, soccer ball, football, super hero of choice, board games like Candy Land, a set of card games including Old Maid & Crazy Eights. This is a fun age. [ Reply | More
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np- 4 yr old boys are delicious [ Reply | More
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its it was my favorite age -although 7 is great too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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Zingo game. HUGE here. [ Reply | More
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Star Wars lightsabers, power rangers - action figures or costumes, transformers, tinker toys [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:57 PM Flag
[ - ] So awkward... we arrived at our beach house this weekend and neighbor's 3 y/o was fascinated by our 7 y/o ds. So 3 y/o and his uncle were playing in our backyard half the weekend. We actually went out there and found "uncle"'s girlfirend in our yard w/o knowing wth she was. wwyd? I find it really tough to say "Hello please take your kid out of my yard!" We had put down weed killer too and sure enough - he was right on top of it in the far reaches of our property. Just venting - sorry 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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thats just rude. I hate people. [ Reply | More
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We felt for them because we've been there... their 2 dcs are 13 months and 3 yrs. But still, the unintroduced girlfriend lurking in my garden was too much. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:55 PM Flag
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My kids are 6 4 and 3 and they would never just wander into someone else's yard. And I wouldn't allow them to. Very strange to me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:57 PM Flag
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Get a doberman. [ Reply | More
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I know, I know. There is no answer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
[ - ] how much do you spend on dry cleaning per week in nyc? dh is in corporate so he wears shirts and suits every day. i usually send trousers and maybe 1 or 2 blouses per week. is $50/wk rediculously expensive or typical? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:48 PM Flag
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thats nothing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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it seems like a lot whenever they charge me by the month. over 220 per month.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:50 PM Flag
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Pretty typical. DH and I both wear business formal wear. We only get our suits cleaned a few times a year and send blouses/shirts to the cleaners every week. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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mine is about that, but dh doesn't wear suits, just gets shirts pressed that we wash at home and i usually have some basic stuff. [ Reply | More
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Sounds about right (unfortunately!). I don't believe in "bargain" dry cleaning -- b/c it will end up costing a lot more if an item is ruined! [ Reply | More
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op- i agree. and the place where i go knows me so they call me when my brilliant dh sends his cufflinks to the cleaners with his shirts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:52 PM Flag
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Are we married to the same man? :) [ Reply | More
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Our bills went way way down when we bought Brooks Bros. and Lands. End no-iron shirts. They look great and can be worn right out of the dryer. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
[ - ] Almost 2 yo ds is incredibly active and takes off like a shot as soon as he hits the playground. I am 29 weeks pg and basically can't keep up with him there. I was hoping to do a swim class with him this summer before the baby comes. Any chance he'll be more manageable in a contained environment (albeit a pool) with fewer people around or am I nuts? 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:48 PM Flag
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Like, is he going to swim off? How could he do that? He probably won't follow directions too well, but he's only 2. The "swim class" is really about getting to know the water. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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No, that he'll thrash and try to swim off or run all around the pool or something. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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Start teaching your dc to follow rules and listen to directions. He is old enough and it is only going to get harder. [ Reply | More
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Thanks, I'm working on that. [ Reply | More
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Try talking about rules before you get someplace. Makes it easier on both of you when he is in the moment. [ Reply | More
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says the mom of the 6 mo [ Reply | More
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Nope, the mom of a 2 yo, 4 yo and 5 yo. [ Reply | More
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He won't get far if he's swimming! You'll have to talk ahead of time about no running around a pool. Also, a teacher may have more authority than you. Go for it and see how it goes. Swimming is really tiring, so make it work for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:52 PM Flag
[ - ] nobody got a 40th bday gift? any ideas for good gifts for female friend? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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we're not 40 yet... [ Reply | More
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price range? [ Reply | More
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$100 and under [ Reply | More
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if she's into cultural things - subscription to the met or moma [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:50 PM Flag
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That's a good gift [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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trip to a spa [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:50 PM Flag
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^^a day spa...or mani's'pedi's and lunch for you both [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:51 PM Flag
[ - ] Does anyone have a Roomba? Is it worth it? I know that it won't make-up for a deep vacuum-cleaning, but I might like it for in-between cleaning. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 05.27.08, 05:46 PM Flag
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My mother has one and loves it. She turns it on, and voila the house is vacuumed when she comes home. She has serious cat hair problems, and it really helps. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:47 PM Flag
[ - ] Man, it sucks having to order a bridesmaids dress when you're pg. Have no idea what size I'll be by then 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:44 PM Flag
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annoying. im invited to a black tie wedding in july and will be due 3 wks later. dont know what i will wear! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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Silk tent. [ Reply | More
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Check ebay for pea in the pod stuff. My bridesmaid thing is a month after db is born. No idea how big I'll get or how fast I'll lose it [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:50 PM Flag
[ - ] WWYD? In a new home this summer with a pool. The sliding screen door doesn't lock - anyone know of any child safety products or should I just buy a new screen door that locks? Should I just buy a gate? (The pool is fenced in but still ...) 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:41 PM Flag
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The turtle wrist alarm. Made by terrapin. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:42 PM Flag
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definitely buy a new screen and if your house has an alarm, have it beep when a door is opened... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:42 PM Flag
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Pool alarm. It will sound when anything drops, falls, or jumps in the water. Obviously, you turn it off before swimming. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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consumer reports reviewed those alarms on dateline and they don't work half of the time... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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They NEVER work if you aren't home to hear the alarm. That is one big failure. One of my neighbors was out when some kids climbed into her backyard (drunk) and one drowned in her pool. But they can be a great addition to an otherwise strong security system (gate, fence, etc). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:45 PM Flag
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OK, yes. First they sell alarms for the door that sounds whenever it opens, plus get it to lock. easy to change doors if you have to. Also, a fence is NOT enough. Check out the safety nets for pools. We lived in CA and so many toddlers learn to open gates, climb the fences. Drowning is so common its scary. We had the net when our kids were little. I highly recommend it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:47 PM Flag
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does this net come on and off? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:54 PM Flag
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yes. The downside is its not attractive, but it is really the best safey device there is imo. I was never good at getting it on and off, but my dh could do it in minutes. Here is one-http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/02/wonderful_toys_turn_your_kid_into_batman_with_awesome_cape-2.html [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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this is a batman cape!?!????? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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yes! My friend got it for him at TRU. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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oy - i don't understand what this has to do with my pool :( [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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there is a product called catch a kid which is like a big volleyball net that goes ove the pool.they are located in upstate NY but will travel. also invest in water safety classes for your kids. get an alarm for the screen door not the pool and be vigilant this summer with your kids and other poeple's kids. if you are ot comfortable do not have other children over unless they come with an adult to watch them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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I'm scared to death. My dc are 2 & 10 mos and all the babies that will be over will be under 3! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:22 PM Flag
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this is the website http://www.katchakid.com/ i fyou are scared, do soemthing abotu it. don't be paralyzed by fear. If it is your home you need to get a safety net and just be vigilant. again if you are not comfortable with kids coming over then put the net on and tell your friends no swimming. end of story. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.27.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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