Pregnancy & Parenting - 19 December 2006

My Step son is 15 yrs old- I just found out he had sex for the first time and the girlfriend was freaking out thinking she was pregnant- he said he used a condom... Asked me to get some more for him.. The problem is - his dad doesn't know that he is having sex- and his son doesnt want to tell him because he thinks he will freak out and make him quit seeing the girl. The reason he thinks this is because his dad is scared to death that he will end up getting a girl pregnant and be a teen father like he was.. so what do i do? Do i tell my husband and break my step-sons trust or do i keep it from my husband and feel like i am being deceptive ? and what if she does come up pregnant and then it comes out that i knew all along that they were having sex ? HELP

2006-12-19 02:13:56 · 14 answers · asked by luckygirl 2 in Adolescent

2006-12-19 02:13:08 · 16 answers · asked by CountryGirlygirl 2 in Baby Names

He has everything. And a gift card doesn't give him much to open Christmas morning.

2006-12-19 02:09:16 · 21 answers · asked by Monique T 1 in Adolescent

We're in the process of starting to potty train our 33 month old son. My husband and I are wondering what we should use--the disposable pants (PullUps) or the regular, old-fashioned training pants (look like real underwear, but the crotch is very padded to absorb). Any advice?

2006-12-19 02:09:15 · 21 answers · asked by brevejunkie 7 in Toddler & Preschooler

Talk about other moms and make comments?Other moms at my sons school have a problem with how i dress?and have the nerve to say nasty remarks about it too there children?This has gotten down to my son who is know embarrassed to be seen with me at school!I am really pissed off!!I am not and old mom at 35 and i like to dress fashionably and have a good body i like to show off not too overly for most part.My two daughters think its cool and hubby loves it .I dont wear anything too over the top for the most part mabe the milf t-shirt on tank once in a while?

2006-12-19 02:09:09 · 3 answers · asked by Kelly V 1 in Parenting

Unfortunately this person is kind of part of my family which makes the situation harder. We both had a baby two weeks apart (my second, her first) and she and other persons in my family act like she is doing the mom thing better than me. For example, she doesn't work, breastfeeds, uses cloth diapers, plans to use organic food, spends 24/7 with the baby - blah, blah, blah. As for me, I work out of my home (while baby sleeps), bottlefeed, use disposible diapers, and from time to time venture out (and leave baby with daddy). I don't think I am a bad person what so ever, but I get all this constant comparison to her - not just from her (when we talk) but from family members and annoying questions - like why can't I do that too. I have to work, my husband works, I have a 12 year old to raise in addition to the baby. Plus everyone bends over backwards to help her (clean house, make dinner, do laundry) while my husband and I do it all ourselves with no help from anyone. Any advice?

2006-12-19 02:08:19 · 16 answers · asked by Michaela 4120 3 in Newborn & Baby

I read that alot of people said to wear good bras or that sagging is not due to breastfeeding but heck! I knew 2 other people who breastfed and had the same problem as me.
What can i do to "plump" them up?? I breastfed for up to a year. Then they just shrivelled and died! haha.. Okay but seriously, i am concerned.
HELP! What can i do besides going under the bloody knife?

2006-12-19 02:05:51 · 9 answers · asked by fantacia 2 in Newborn & Baby

calla pronouced - Calla as in CALLAfornia ( not Kayla)

2006-12-19 02:05:22 · 23 answers · asked by ♥ Ava ♥ 3 in Baby Names

If you call one twin a twin, what is one triplet called?

2006-12-19 02:04:30 · 11 answers · asked by a_gentletouch 3 in Pregnancy

Well I'm an african americam girl that wants 2 start dating white guys, but what i found out is that white guys seem 2 only be interested in white girls.So i need your help, what do i have 2 do so that they acually notice me? PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!

2006-12-19 02:00:41 · 14 answers · asked by babz 2 in Adolescent

I'm so frustrated with my life right now. I'm 3 months pregnant. I do have the baby's father very close to me. We've been together for 4 years, but he's going through a lot at this time too. I need some encouraging words. I just found out I have diabetes. And not because of the pregnancy. I have it permenantely. They say because I had it the first 2 months of my pregnancy without knowning, the chance of birth defects is higher. I'm only 21. I just want a healthy, happy baby. Also, on top of all this, we're moving on Dec. 29 into out new apartment, but money is really tight. My credit card company called me last night to tell me if I didn't make some sort of payment by the end of December they're taking me to court. So I agreed, but it leaves me with no money and not enough money for my insulin. I'm getting so irritated with everything that is hitting me at once....I just want to give up. I'm being stretched too thin. Could you please give some kind words...I need them

2006-12-19 01:59:29 · 35 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

2006-12-19 01:58:22 · 14 answers · asked by bosslady_37 1 in Pregnancy

Have you or anyone you've known ever conceived one day past ovulation?

2006-12-19 01:54:01 · 5 answers · asked by whatever 3 in Trying to Conceive

I know i am going to sound like a total tard here but here is my question. How am i supposed to be able to tell the difference between contractions and the baby streching or moving. My daughter wasnt this complicated. Now my second one its like sometimes i feel contractions and sometimes i know its her streching. In these last few months Ive been having contractions, but right now im not sure. Can someone please help me figure this out so i know if i should go to the doctor or not.

2006-12-19 01:53:24 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

I am not experiencing morning sickness yet but I do have a loss of appetite. I will eat if the food is there, but nothing really sounds appealing to me. I am 6 weeks and at first I would go from 0 to starving in one second. Now I am never really hungry. Is this normal? I have been eating small meals because I know I need to but I haven't even been hungry. What is up with this?

2006-12-19 01:53:01 · 9 answers · asked by Sari 2 in Pregnancy

I have a 2 month old daughter soon to be 3 months and on the bottom of her gum on the left side its white and when i touch it, its hard is this her teeth coming in? I thought teeth didnt come in until they were 5 or 6 months old. My mom says it looks like the "thrash" but u can't wipe the white stuff off. Help please!

2006-12-19 01:51:34 · 11 answers · asked by LeAnn 1 in Newborn & Baby

the English attitude to give answers or ask questions that aren't meant......i.e.
hei John, how is your new car (even after 3 years after he bought a car)
hey baby, how are you, how is ...? (and you go away without waiiting for the answer)
???

2006-12-19 01:50:43 · 16 answers · asked by ciao 1 in Newborn & Baby

Im wondering if a baby can be born between 35-36 weeks and be okay.

2006-12-19 01:49:20 · 19 answers · asked by Melissa M 1 in Baby Names

When my grandmother comes over the first thing out of her mouth isnt a simply 'Hello' but it's 'You shouldnt eat all of those carbs and starches..." and she see me maybe 2 days out of the month. I

t's really annoying cause she acts like just because she eats raw me and my whoel family has to too. Like one day my mom told my great grandmother about her gaining alittle weight and so after that we went out to help rake up the leaves cause she cant do it. My grandmother just had to say "Maybe you should sit down somewhere, you are getting bigger you know." and my mom shot her a glare like 'Maybe.' and when ever she sees me she has to act like I am fat and whatever but my weight is fine.

And then like if me and my brothers accidently do somethign to my baby brother (like one day I tripped and he hit his head) she iwll be like "Oh , go get a wash cloth." and make a big deal of it and right when I start to feel okay with the situation she has to brign it right up again. What should I say?

2006-12-19 01:48:42 · 8 answers · asked by --; cookie. 4 in Adolescent

If you take it for granted that an orgasm can be pain relieving -- "The body's natural painkillers, called endorphins, are released during orgasm..." -- am I nuts to think sex as late as possible before delivery a good thing not just to induce?

2006-12-19 01:48:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

My son is 17 months is it normal for him, to start the terrible twos this early is is he just being cranky and stuff . any help would be apreciated

2006-12-19 01:48:33 · 8 answers · asked by Alicia M 2 in Toddler & Preschooler

My midwife said its normal but im wondering if anyone has been 31 weeks pregnant with a really active little one. It seems like shes up dancing and playing the majority of the day.

2006-12-19 01:47:01 · 7 answers · asked by Melissa M 1 in Pregnancy

I am almost 6 weeks pregnant and I have a 7 month old. I put her in the infant carrier when I go out because she still has trouble sitting up. Is it dangerious to carry her wiht me being pregnant? She weights 16 pounds and anyone who has carried a bigger baby in ine of those know that it is really heavy and I am not very strong and struggle carrying her. I dont want to do anything that would cause harm to my little baby and maybe cause a miscarrige. Please no mean remarks, I am just wanting to be safe and not cause any harm to my unborn baby. Thanks

2006-12-19 01:46:59 · 22 answers · asked by kristin h 3 in Pregnancy

2006-12-19 01:46:39 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

2006-12-19 01:46:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

2006-12-19 01:44:18 · 11 answers · asked by Morktista 1 in Pregnancy

After my last baby my ob put me on the Depo shot. I loved it! No menstrual cycle, no hassle, no missing pills.... However, after about 2 years, my family doctor would not administer the shot to any more of her patients due to the studies on permanent bone loss caused by it. I was disappointed because it was my preferred method of birth control. Has the information changed in regards to the danger of bone loss? If not, what are some alternative methods?

2006-12-19 01:40:25 · 13 answers · asked by micg 4 in Other - Pregnancy & Parenting

the doctor told me that Layla is 2 young 2 be getting teeth, but she is! the doctor couldnt believe it! i believe that its hurting her! she cant chew on a teether! what can i do 4 her? i dont feel comfortable putting my finger in her mouth, even if i was 2 wash it! Layla was also a premmie, but she isnt behind at all! HELP!! what can i do 2 help my teething baby girl?!?!?!?

2006-12-19 01:39:09 · 25 answers · asked by youngmama 1 in Newborn & Baby

Four days ago I had an abortion, not through choices of my own.....
I have a rare blood disease which endangers my life if i'm pregnant and i'm not allowed to take any contraceptives because my blood clots very easily..... i am 24, my boyfriend and I can only use condoms..... Since the termination i've felt like i've lost a part of my self and that i've darkened my sole by not being able to give my baby any sort of chance at life... I was nearly 4 mnths pregnant and I just feel so sad all the time..... It feels as though i already had a baby and now he's gone.... I feel so alone, just four days ago I had life growing inside of me and now i am empty.. I've tried talking to a councellor but this doesn't seem to help me any..... Can anybody please give me any advice on how i can pick myself back up and deal with the loss of my baby????
please help me i don't know what to do or who to turn to, my boyfriend doesn't understand very well what i'm going through... he does try....

2006-12-19 01:37:41 · 17 answers · asked by ibanez 2 in Pregnancy

Ok...here's my story.

My wife and I have 2 sets of twins. I work during the day, and she at night.

The first set is girls, age 6, the second set boys, age 2.

The boys go to bed at 8, and are up EARLY every morning. (No later than 6:15). How do I keep the boys from waking up so early so my wife can get some sleep when she gets home at 1:30am, and I leave for work at 6:30am?

We could leave the boys up longer, but after they go to bed is the time we get to do things for ourselves, as well as clean the house, and help the girls with their homework.

Any suggestions on keeping the boy sleeping?

2006-12-19 01:37:38 · 10 answers · asked by El Bubba 3 in Parenting