Pregnancy & Parenting - 20 September 2007

I have twin girls 10 and a half months old, their father has seen them only 3 times. He lives in Central Missouri and refuses to come up here (Des Moines, IA area) to see them, he wants me to come down there or meet halfway, but he will not come to his daughters home to see them. But now all the sudden he wants them every other weekend, and every other holiday, no help with day care, and hasn't paid support in almost 4 months. What are my rights, I am desparate, My daughters are worth more to me than a check every month, and all they are to him is a tax write off, and a second chance for his girlfriend (who is also his ex wife, and can no longer have kids). Please what can I do?

2007-09-20 07:27:03 · 30 answers · asked by mommy.of.twins 2 in Parenting

During the Day I never really feel nausiated or sick at all its just at night around 8 to when ever I go to bed! I dont throw up just really feel like im going to. I know its normal to get morning sickness anytime of day, i was just wondering if its normal to only get it at night and not at all in the morning?

2007-09-20 07:26:39 · 27 answers · asked by thats hott 1 in Pregnancy

Hi,I am 38 wks pregnant and my last visit to the doctor was last week and she said that baby hasn't dropped yet.Baby was 6.5 lbs 2 weeks ago,he hasn't dropped yet and I really want to see him soon,it's my first baby...is there anything I could do to help him drop? Why does this happen? Also I've been having pain in my upper stomach,like burning and some pain in my back,close to my lungs could it be preeclamsia? I am scared and worried I want my baby to be okay....thanks a lot

2007-09-20 07:22:03 · 11 answers · asked by mommy of 2 precious boys 2 in Pregnancy

At my 20 week ultrasound the baby had the cord between its legs and the doctor said she would say boy if she had to guess but she was not sure.Anyone had a situation like this and the "i think it might be a penis" turned out to be the cord? I have never had an ultrasound with any of my kids where they acted so unsure.

2007-09-20 07:18:58 · 8 answers · asked by alecnaaron 3 in Pregnancy

If you had a 19 year old daughter, would it bother you if she left home to live with a 30 year old?

Just curious....

2007-09-20 07:16:43 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Parenting

my son is 1 years old and has a 103 temp with maybe 6-8 dots on his chest and back. they look like pimples...could this be the chicken pox...thanks for your help

2007-09-20 07:16:38 · 23 answers · asked by mommymatthews 2 in Newborn & Baby

I have already brought alot of pampers because I heard they are the best kind of diaper expecially for new borns and there skin...but for my babyshower even though I asked alot of people for pampers brand they brought me huggies. My question is how bad is it to swich diaper brands..Like once I run out of the pampers brand I have then us the huggies. Then once im all out of diapers start to use just one kind of diaper...im a first time mom so I have no idea what is what..thanks a bunch

2007-09-20 07:15:43 · 14 answers · asked by miss lady 1 in Newborn & Baby

My Son is 3 and a half and already 34", he towers his peers in school. He is obviously not bothered by it but I do worry how he will find it as he gets older. My husband was 6" 1 at the age of 11!!

2007-09-20 07:15:33 · 7 answers · asked by Natalie W 1 in Toddler & Preschooler

So I just started feeding my baby cereal... which i know is supposed to help the baby eat less. But I feed him cereal twice a day... once in the morning and once before he goes to bed. But he still wants to eat every 2 hours, 8 oz. each feeding. I know he's hungry, not a diaper change or just wanting something to suck on. He makes it very clear when he's hungry and when it's something else. He was born big (9lbs. 11oz.) and he now weighs 13lbs 12oz. and he's always had a big appetite but still eating every 2 hrs after cereal seems like alot.

2007-09-20 07:08:54 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

I live in ohio and my child lives in iowa, I dont see her very much and I pay over 400.00 in child support every month. This is making it difficult for my family to live happy when we can barely make ends meet as it is.

2007-09-20 06:56:52 · 38 answers · asked by ssbsh21 2 in Parenting

I am 17 and pregnant. I am due Septemeber 28th. I am very uncomfertable now-a-days and my doctor said the baby is ready to come at any second. I want to have this child now. i'm done being pregnant.. I am giving this child up for adoption. but, anyways, I have a doctors apt the 21st of sept. so I guess that's tomorrow. Can I just ask them if there is anything to enduce labor, or can I just ask them to take it out? I tried walking, running, stairs, and sex.. all it does is cause pain and lots of wetness.. but no labor!! any ideas.. please don't say ask a doctor . i want to ask on here before running to the doctor. so I dont sound stupid asking them to take this kid out!

2007-09-20 06:51:25 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Adolescent

Is it a good way, when a child is being very loud at the sore or yelling for not getting what he/she want´s to calmly put hand over his/her mouth and keep on walking? I remember once young woman told me she used this method to a child who was not her own when she begun to yell in public place for some matter. This girl was allready known for her bad behaviour and being spoiled. Do you think that woman did the right thing? I myself remember when I was a child my grandmother put her hand over my mouth when I begun to scream at the table disturbing others present.

2007-09-20 06:45:14 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Toddler & Preschooler

Is it a good way, when a child is being very loud at the sore or yelling for not getting what he/she want´s to calmly put hand over his/her mouth and keep on walking? I remember once young woman told me she used this method to a child who was not her own when she begun to yell in public place for some matter. This girl was allready known for her bad behaviour and being spoiled. Do you think that woman did the right thing? I myself remember when I was a child my grandmother put her hand over my mouth when I begun to scream at the table disturbing others present.

2007-09-20 06:44:53 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Parenting

For girls I like sweet little names, nothing weird but for boys I like kind of uncommon...opinions??
Girls: Karli Brooke
Hannah Noelle
Abigail (Abbie)
Boys:
Owen Reid
Avery
Kyler
Keegan

2007-09-20 06:38:17 · 23 answers · asked by must<3dogs 3 in Baby Names

2007-09-20 06:36:42 · 44 answers · asked by Jennifer A 1 in Baby Names

My hubby and I are going to this naturally again. Well, again for me, first time for him. But my daughter had come so fast that I really didn't have a chance to practice any sort of "technique". So this time, I am going "no drugs" again and was looking for some good research materials regarding the Bradley Method. I have a massage therapist ready to be in the delivery room with me and my hubby is totally prepared to be my backbone.. Hehehe. Any ideas? Something that speaks to the father to be as well preferrably. Thanks for any answers!

2007-09-20 06:32:35 · 2 answers · asked by Panda Mama 3 in Pregnancy

2007-09-20 06:24:04 · 12 answers · asked by dya_na 3 in Baby Names

19th was my 10th day on Provera 10mg, I was have CM like watery the last 2 days or so. Have not had period since July 31, when will my period begins again after my last pill on Provera? we are trying hard to have a baby, actively trying for the last 6 months or so after a MC on 12/25/06. Any idea how to conceive easy? Last time was with the help of Clomid, 1st round of trying. Help

2007-09-20 06:19:33 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Trying to Conceive

2007-09-20 06:15:39 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Baby Names

I need a good book that's pretty much like going to a childbirthing class. My husband will be here only a few weeks before delivery and it's not enough time for us to go to a class. Any suggestions?

2007-09-20 06:14:39 · 5 answers · asked by AshReneeM 2 in Pregnancy

I am a stay at home mother of a 15 month old. I use a childcare center 2 days a week and find that my daughter gets a lot out of this. She is very well adjusted, happy and social. These 2 days also give me time to grocery shop, clean our home (which is pretty large) and to have some "me" time.
I am curious to see what others think of this arrangement. My husband thinks it's great but I have a few other family members that don't understand why I use a daycare when I don't have an "outside, 9-5 job.

I would appreciate a variety of answers and if you think this is wrong, please tell me why you think so and be specific.

Most thorough answer=10 pts. thanks

2007-09-20 06:12:31 · 29 answers · asked by selery222 4 in Parenting

[after u've read please look below to vote]
ok... i need some opinions and please vote on only one number. we have decided on the name Keon (it's a boy) but we are still trying to decide on the finale. number 1 - Keon Leivye (pronounced Levi). number 2 - Keon Lei as a first name. if you pick number two, please pick a spelling (a-d) and also suggest a middle name if you have one that would go good with Keon Lei as a first name. number 3 - Keon Lei as the first and middle name. the last name begins with an M. and Keon means "God is Gracious." Thanks to all who votes :) and please don't suggest a different first name. I'm looking for variations or middle name suggestions. Keon's it. Thanks!!!!

- By the way he's coming any day now ;)

1. Keon Leivye (Levi)

2. (a) Keon-Lei ______
(b) Keon-Lee ______
(c) Keon Lei ______
(d) Keon Lee ______

3. (a) Keon Lei
(b) Keon Lee

2007-09-20 06:12:29 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Baby Names

Alexandra Josephine Arroyo
Jaelynn Josephine Arroyo
Amaya Josephine Arroyo


Pick which one you think is the best!!
Thank you!!

2007-09-20 06:08:05 · 35 answers · asked by greek goddess 1 in Baby Names

the nurse told me that i would have more ultrasounds to monitor the baby's weight since she is more likely to be larger since i have GD. i had my checkup yesterday (i'll be 34 weeks saturday) and she said i should have one soon like next week. well right before i was leaving she asked the dr when did he want her to schedule one & he said 38 weeks. i am now going to the dr every week so they can do blood work & monitor my sugar. should i ask again about an ultrasound next wednesday when i go or just wait it out til 38 weeks. i don't want to have a huge baby & at my 20 wk u/s the tech didn't tell me the baby's weight & it wasn't on the report. i've gained 28lbs so far. should i be concerned?

2007-09-20 06:04:28 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

2007-09-20 05:54:41 · 35 answers · asked by Blue Eyes 2 in Parenting

What causes this? I have been much more active in the past few days....we are moving from one house to the other.

Should I worry? I had preeclampsia with my last pregnancy. The swelling goes down after about 2 hours after waking up.

2007-09-20 05:54:40 · 4 answers · asked by gg 7 in Pregnancy

Witch name do u like best and least with the last name hall.

Hannah Lee
Lauren Elizabeth
Marley Kay
Brianna Rochelle

2007-09-20 05:54:24 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous in Baby Names

2007-09-20 05:48:14 · 11 answers · asked by pimpette80 1 in Newborn & Baby

2007-09-20 05:46:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Parenting

I am having a little girl in a few weeks and i need a name. Witch name do u like best and least and i need a middle name.

Lauren
Brionna
Hannah
Marley

2007-09-20 05:41:13 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Baby Names