Pregnancy & Parenting - 5 September 2006

My son is seven years old. I was incarserated in prison when my girlfriend found out she was pregnant. I guess while I was in prison she got arrested for possesion/distributing illegal substances. Her parents took the custody of my son, but didn't adopt him. They now want to adopt him (she is still in prison and doesn't want him) My parents paid child support to her parents while I was in prison and since I've been out I've paid child support. Her parents still want to adopt...is there anything I can do to prevent this from happening? Shouldn't I get full custody of my child? I cannot afford a lawyer and I'm not sure what I shoud do? What steps should I be taking? I think the trouble I've gotten into really makes me a "bad parent." Her parents seem to have issues with the fact that I'm Mexican?!?

2006-09-05 12:49:13 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Parenting

I am 17 weeks pregnant, and my sinuses are so congested that I am really miserable. My doctor says there isn't much I can do because I am pregnant. I have tried Afrin Nasal Spray, Tylenol Cold and Sinus, and Sudafed. The sudafed helps a little, but none them do very much for me. I was diagnosed with chronic sinunitis before I became pregnant, and being pregnant just magnifies the sinus issues. I have a mineral bath soak for cold and sinuses, but I am not sure if it is safe to use while pregnant. Do any of you pregnant ladies out there know?? I am desperate for relief. Thanks.

2006-09-05 12:48:46 · 4 answers · asked by rainbowbright 2 in Pregnancy

I live with my bf and his 12 yo daughter. I do not have any biological kids and do not want any as I prefer to adopt as there are so many kids in the world that need loving homes. A few months ago I found two brothers on DCF's website. They are considered "special needs" children because 1) they are a sibling group and 2) they are of mixed race. I understand that because I am not married my bf will not be able to legally adopt these kids until we are married. I contacted an agency today that holds the required classes that need to be completed before you can adopt. They basically told me that I can go through the entire process but will either have a long wait for a child or never have a child placed with me because I am not married and living with a man. How is my home less stable then a single mom's home or a foster home? I am wanting to take on two children that may never be adopted and I have been told that my home is less stable than foster care? How can this be??

2006-09-05 12:48:30 · 8 answers · asked by Jessica 2 in Parenting

I've decided to throw my daughter a surprise party this year. It was supposed to be at a local park, but decided to change to indoors cause it might rain. I decided to have it at the local bowling alley. Do you think thtat will be ok for kids her age? Would they enjoy a party like that? (she'll be 6) or, is that something for older kids? What other suggestions do you have?

2006-09-05 12:48:03 · 17 answers · asked by Alexis and Abbigails' mommy 4 in Grade-Schooler

2006-09-05 12:46:59 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Adolescent

2006-09-05 12:44:57 · 18 answers · asked by angela d 2 in Grade-Schooler

Does anyone know of any sites that have baby freebies or free coupons?

2006-09-05 12:44:25 · 7 answers · asked by Diamonds_Glow 4 in Pregnancy

We have tried everything, her 4th birthday was months ago, so she is definately getting more than old enough. We've checked with the pediatricians, tried different means of punishment and yet it is still happening. She holds it when she wants to..then other days she'll have 1-5 accidents today. Regardless of how many it is, she at least has one a day. Mostly it is usually pee, however 2-3 times has been poop. This has been going on for months, however it only started out as a random accident here and there and just built up more and more since then. Today she has had 4 accidents, and we are just at a loss. Completely unsure of what to do anymore because we are so absolutely frustrated. Any ideas?

2006-09-05 12:42:40 · 16 answers · asked by amason1226 4 in Toddler & Preschooler

NOTE : I KNOW ALL BABIES ARE DIFF. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO TELL ME =)
I was just wanting to get an idea about how long other babies have taken to get there tooth in after you can start to see it breaking through ?? note again i know all babies are diff. I just want an idea =0) thanks a bunch!

2006-09-05 12:36:03 · 14 answers · asked by scorpchickamy 2 in Newborn & Baby

My daughter is 5 but only does what I want to do. When you ask her anything, from what do you want to drink to what shirt are you wearing, it's always "What does daddy want?"

It's cute, flattering, but is it getting obsessive at this age? I almost start to worry!

2006-09-05 12:34:25 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Parenting

2006-09-05 12:33:32 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

I WANT TO KNOW HOW LONG IT TOOK OTHER WOMEN TO FIND OUT THEY WERE PREGNANT AND IF THERE WERE WOMEN OUT THERE WHO HAVE NEG PREG TEST AND FOUND OUT WEEKS LATER THEY WERE PREG....

2006-09-05 12:29:31 · 16 answers · asked by jennifertrinitysky 4 in Pregnancy

Haven't tried this before, but when you take your temp...i hear you have to do it before getting out of bed in the morning. Does this mean it has to be the exact same time every morning? Or can I do it at 6:30am (weekdays) and around 10:00am (weekends). These are the times i usually wake up. Didn't know if it had to do with the time of morning, or simply just when you wake up.

2006-09-05 12:21:38 · 4 answers · asked by anemo 2 in Trying to Conceive

2006-09-05 12:20:42 · 4 answers · asked by waiting for baby 6 in Trying to Conceive

She is 7 months old and all she will do is BITE ME! And she thinks its funny...but it HURTS. I tell her 'NO" and stop her from feeding. Then we go back..she still does it! Now I am red and really sore. She will have NOTHING to do with a bottle. Any solutions Moms?

2006-09-05 12:18:57 · 17 answers · asked by DA R 4 in Newborn & Baby

Is it neccessary to experience the bleeding, or can you just have some mild cramps??

2006-09-05 12:18:52 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Trying to Conceive

list your favorite name from A-Z for a boy and girl
EX.
Anastasia / Alexander
Bailey / Beckam
Carolina / Cristian
Darcy / Darby
Elenore / Eisenhower (sp?)
Fiona / F..
Grace / Gregory
Honor / Henry
Isabelle / Icabob
Joline / Jordan
Kaitlynn / K....
Lindley / Landon
Melody / Mitchell
Noelle / Nocholas
Olivia / Orville
Paeton / Phillip
Q........
Rhiley / Raleigh
Scarlott / Samuel
Tabitha / Thomas
U..........
Victoria / Vincent
Willow / William
X.............
Y.............
Z.............

2006-09-05 12:15:31 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

via sperm on fingers while touching.. DONT TELL ME ITS A POSSIBILITY i know it is but im just wondering if it actually happened. and if you have a story related to that or something leave it here

2006-09-05 12:14:48 · 7 answers · asked by alexa 1 in Pregnancy

2006-09-05 12:13:38 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Toddler & Preschooler

when i guy says a gurl is "trippin"

2006-09-05 12:12:14 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Adolescent

2006-09-05 12:11:44 · 29 answers · asked by 1316 1 in Pregnancy

My husband and I want to open a special needs child care facility. When we do this we will have our LPN or higher education.

My question is how much do most people charge for special needs child care?

We define special needs as medical problems that need special care.

We aren't out to rape anyone on prices just looking for information on prices and the actual need.

2006-09-05 12:10:13 · 2 answers · asked by evrythnnxs 4 in Parenting

.....and you managed to grab hold of his testicles, how hard would you squeeze? and what effect do you think this would have on your attacker?

2006-09-05 12:08:22 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pregnancy & Parenting

ok im 14 and yestrerday i went weighed my self. i was shoked even thugh i dont look fat i am. soo my parents were shoked too. i was gonna to get the new chocolate phone from verizon. and today my parents said that they arent gonna buy me no phone, no more shopping, and no junk food . until i loose 15 pounds in 2 months. do you think that is possible? how can i do it? and do you think that its unfair or are they right? how much excersize should i do? any tips???? thanks

2006-09-05 12:06:53 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Adolescent

- we were watching MTV then suddenly a condom ad were shown...a couple were choosing a flavor for their condom ..then my kid asked me what is it?...dont knw what to say ....

2006-09-05 12:06:15 · 21 answers · asked by hollaback holly 2 in Parenting

2006-09-05 12:03:21 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

is cheese cake safe to eat when you are pregnant (is the cheese pasturizes or unpasturized)

2006-09-05 12:03:10 · 5 answers · asked by CMA 4 in Pregnancy

2006-09-05 12:02:51 · 20 answers · asked by Darci-Lee C 1 in Pregnancy

I had a miscarriage at 6 weeks on may 8, 2006. It has been over a year and for whatever reason right now I am having a really hard time. I am wondering what some of you have done to help yourself grieve and be abel to move on.

2006-09-05 12:01:46 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

how did the israel-hezbollah war start? im so confused

2006-09-05 12:01:40 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Adolescent