Pregnancy & Parenting - 12 January 2007

I'm trying to give each of my toddlers a space they can call their own and truly enjoy but I have friends that think I over do it. Is it wrong to paint your childs room in fun colors and dress it up with their favorite characters? Am I just a normal parent or am I spoiling them?

2007-01-12 09:36:56 · 17 answers · asked by pixiedustplease 3 in Toddler & Preschooler

My preschooler wants to invite some of his classmates to his upcoming 5th b-day party. There are several childern I planned to invite that he regularly plays with and who's parents I see when I pick him up. Recently, my son spilt the beans about his party at school and several kids asked me if they could come... My dilemma is... my son's class has 11 kids. I really can't afford to invite them all (assuming half of them would come with their parents and possibily other siblings). I also invite children of close friends as well, so there would be ALOT of kids. What is the polite way to handle invitations to his classmates? I don't want to hurt the non-invited childern's feelings.

2007-01-12 09:36:37 · 13 answers · asked by Isla14 2 in Toddler & Preschooler

2007-01-12 09:35:59 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

I'm 13 weeks pregnant and I'm having these breathless attacks where I can't get enough air. It's after walking a distance (not long) or after standing up from a sitting or squatting position. My heart races, and it feels like I just can't breath in enough air. I'm showing a little now, I've got a small bump that looks like more than just a large lunch. I've read that the progeterone hormone can cause this? Has this happened to anyone and what did the doctor's tell you. My next appointment is this wednesday but I was just curious. Currently trying to get my breath back - whew!

2007-01-12 09:33:52 · 9 answers · asked by Serendipity 1 in Pregnancy

People say there is a time and a place for Breastfeeding. First, There is no time a newborn should be breastfed at least every two hours! and to feed in bathroom? no one i know eats on toilette! HWat's the matter with people. SOme people are so uncomfortable wiht themselves that they have to judge a wonderful thing! God put us on earth with no clothes so a BREAST is not going to hurt anyone. If a child asks simply say this is how a baby eats. Educate children don't hide things. I am comfortable enough with my body to not even noticec a breast when i see it. I think it is a wonderful and beautiful thing

2007-01-12 09:32:35 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

But it's not the bubble or the butterfly feeling,like everybody is describing.I actually feel the baby kicking and tapping! Ang i feel that its going from one end to the other..in the uterus!
Is it possible?

2007-01-12 09:32:20 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

I love the name Brooke and Jade but i have family with those names. Don't want to name the baby's first name after any family members!! what do you think about
Megahn Simone
Brooklynn Rayne

2007-01-12 09:31:49 · 62 answers · asked by Bambi 2 in Baby Names

What do most people do? Shave a little? Shave completely? Don't do anything?

2007-01-12 09:31:08 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

i have 6 days til baby is due. & would like 2 know the most effective & natural way 2 get baby 2 drop & cervix 2 open! i have tried sex, long walks, bumpy rides, hot baths, running up & down stairs, spicy foods, and nipple stimulation. i get these horrible migraines, terrible back pains and i feel uncomfortable and i would love to be holding my girl in my arms right now. my husband is tired having to work and help me at home with my other 3 kids is getting hard on him pls help us out! thank you with ur advice!

2007-01-12 09:26:45 · 25 answers · asked by tazlikes2000 1 in Pregnancy

Here are the names, both boy and girl, just wondering if your asking "why"?

Kristian-Christ Bearer
Hope-Trust, Faith
Brandon-Little Raven
Shawn-From the name JOHN
Ashley- From the Ash Tree
Abby-God is Joy
Blake-Pale
Nick-Victorious People
Darin-Precious Present
Max-Greatest
Annie-Blessed with Grace
Willow-From the Willow Tree
Bryan-Strong One
Lucas-Light

What do you think are they cute or..................not?

2007-01-12 09:26:42 · 11 answers · asked by Danielle 2 in Baby Names

My husband and I have never been able to agree on a boys name. We want something that will carry him through life.

2007-01-12 09:25:58 · 9 answers · asked by wannabeknockout 2 in Newborn & Baby

2007-01-12 09:23:40 · 12 answers · asked by Chacacon 2 in Pregnancy

I weaned my 14 month old son a few days ago. Once he got a sippy cup of cows milk he didn't want to nurse at all and would scream if I tried to put him ont he breast. I am engorged and sore. What can I do to relieve the pain? I've been doing cabbage leaves in my bra.

2007-01-12 09:20:40 · 18 answers · asked by Angela G 3 in Toddler & Preschooler

2007-01-12 09:20:34 · 19 answers · asked by Future Mrs. Beuerlein 2 in Pregnancy

My daughter has just gone four, but still has a dummy(pacifier to you lot over the pond), it's getting silly now, but she can't sleep without it, but I need to get rid of it, or she will be starting school in Sept with the damn thing still in her gob. I have managed to cut down her usuage hugely, but making the final break really hard. Any advice?

2007-01-12 09:19:22 · 39 answers · asked by CHARISMA 5 in Toddler & Preschooler

how can i get rid of it? and should i? he's 2 months old

2007-01-12 09:19:18 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

Is that harmful for the unborn baby. (if we are pregnant) All three times I have taked 2 25mg pills. I am just sick with worry. Please any feedback is great!! Thank you so much!

2007-01-12 09:19:14 · 9 answers · asked by jawmom_03 2 in Pregnancy

okay so im 17 and im throwing a baby shower for my 25 year old sister in law i want it to be lots of fun because her friends are 25 too what kinds of thing should i plan to keep the party interesting Im throwing it in a hurry she could give birth anytime now but her C- section is in febuary the beginningPS: shes having a girl

2007-01-12 09:17:35 · 7 answers · asked by Liz 2 in Pregnancy

How long should we wait before trying to conceive after a LEEP. I am due to have one in a week & we were planning to conceive in June.

2007-01-12 09:15:06 · 2 answers · asked by beachbum26 2 in Pregnancy

Ok so my son is 7 months now and my husband and I have gone through ALOT but things are all good now. We have been good for a few months...I was happy again and now all I want to do is cry and be alone...I have 2 older children and can not be like this I have to take care of them. I have no thoughts of hurting anyone I just want to be alone. Could this be post partim depressioin or do I need to get over my self ...I cried last night for hours for no reason my husband doesn't say anything....I don't think he knows what to say...I haven't been like this with the girls...If I was going to have it woudln't it have been when things were hard not good??

2007-01-12 09:13:41 · 11 answers · asked by ? 2 in Other - Pregnancy & Parenting

My husband and I want to name our son after my husband's father, Jose. But i dont know what his middle name should be... any suggestions?

I dont know if it makes a difference but my husband is hispanic (obviously) and I am white....

2007-01-12 09:13:35 · 11 answers · asked by NewMommy!!! 3 in Pregnancy

My last menstrual cycle ended on the 3rd of Jan. My husband and i had sex on the 5th and then again on the 8th or 9th. Is it possible to get pregnant so close to when your last menstrual cycle ended?

2007-01-12 09:12:50 · 12 answers · asked by Triz78 2 in Pregnancy

2007-01-12 09:11:43 · 20 answers · asked by Elmo for president! 3 in Newborn & Baby

What is a good baby name, boy or girl, that goes well with the last name Chanek?

2007-01-12 09:08:43 · 26 answers · asked by Laura C 2 in Baby Names

She is only one years old and she is learning how to hit. She started hitting me and my boyfriend (Dad) and its starting to get worse. I think she is learning from this boy who is 2 years older than her, I have witnessed him hit her a couple times. He is a little brat and I feel I am about to spank the **** outta him if his mom doesn't do anything (she has seen it before, and just tells him "no" that's it).
ps. Of course I wouldn't spank him, its just how I feel.

2007-01-12 09:08:42 · 15 answers · asked by Tatu 1 in Toddler & Preschooler

My husband and I threw our son his first birthday at the skating Rink here last year and spent about 300 dollars. My daughter is turning 3 soon, and we're already at the 100 dollar mark on just decorations and favors! How did it get so expensive? So my question is: How much do you spend on your toddlers/children's birthdays and what are some ways you can save money and still have a great party?

2007-01-12 09:06:48 · 25 answers · asked by pixiedustplease 3 in Toddler & Preschooler

I live in Michigan and I just heard a story on the news about a lady's car being jacked while her 2 year old sat in the back seat. The mother of the child was standing only a couple of feet away when the man jumped in and stole her car.
A friend and I got into a debate about her leaving her child in the car. I told it that it isn't safe no matter how short of a time you plan on spending in the store. Do you leave your child in the car?

2007-01-12 09:05:59 · 28 answers · asked by Cheryl J 2 in Parenting

My husband and I want to name our son after my husband's father, Jose. But i dont know what his middle name should be... any suggestions?

I dont know if it makes a difference but my husband is hispanic (obviously) and I am white....

2007-01-12 09:05:53 · 19 answers · asked by NewMommy!!! 3 in Baby Names

2007-01-12 09:04:11 · 15 answers · asked by browneyes 3 in Grade-Schooler

2007-01-12 09:02:17 · 9 answers · asked by Simone 2 in Pregnancy