Pregnancy & Parenting - 8 November 2007

I am not saying that ADHD is not real, but if every child that is diagnosed with ADHD or ADD really had it then wow we as a nation are in trouble 20 years down the road! Why do parents try to blame ADHD for the fact that their child is a monster? It seems to be a trend now that rather than a child being a brat he/she has ADD. Rather than spanking your child or punishing them drug them up. Rather than making them take responsibility for their actions send them to a shrink. Does any one else feel this way?

2007-11-08 03:21:02 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Parenting

We are trying to conceive, we have been thinking about names- the middle name is definitely Elizabeth... I like the names:
Charlotte
Lillian
Ellen
Adeline
Does anyone have any other ideas? I like that type of name- I dont believe i really like "modern" names...

2007-11-08 03:18:59 · 17 answers · asked by marriedin2007 2 in Baby Names

My last few periods were 34 and 29 days apart. Is my period cycle considered irregular?

I'm afraid that I may be pregnant cos I haven't got my period this month and it is now 38 days from the day I got my last period.

Stress may be a factor now, but before I realised that I could be pregnant, I wasn't under any stress. I'm really worried cos I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend, with him pulling out.

I don't have any symptoms of pregnancy, but I realised that I burp quite alot these few days. Is burping a sign that I'm pregnant?

Btw, I took a pregnancy test yesterday and it showed negative and I'm 17. What's the chances of me being pregnant?

2007-11-08 03:14:19 · 9 answers · asked by Nora R 1 in Pregnancy

Why is being a single mother a badge of honor? I don't think it anything wrong with being a single mom or dad but whats with the "SAY IT LOUD I'M A SINGLE MOTHER AND I'M PROUD" stuff?

2007-11-08 03:12:04 · 14 answers · asked by lhallums82 4 in Parenting

2007-11-08 03:11:36 · 5 answers · asked by Brittay H 1 in Newborn & Baby

How do you feel after the whole situation and what option did you choose ( medication, D&E, vacuum?) I have decided that it may be my best option for my situation, and i am having trouble listening to the advice of those who have not done it.

2007-11-08 03:02:48 · 17 answers · asked by purplemallkitty 2 in Adolescent

I see question after question from parents who are afraid to spank their children because they are afraid their children will tell and they will get in trouble. Do people not realize there is a huge difference between spanking a child and beating a child? Do people not know it is perfectly legal to spank your child, don't believe me call your local police department, hospital or school, they will tell you that you can spank your child. So my question is when did a spanking become confused with child abuse?

2007-11-08 02:53:23 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Parenting

I have twins that are in the 3rd grade They are both wonderful kids. I'm having a problem with my daughter's self esteem My son(her twin brother)is advanced for his age. He is VERY smart in advanced classes and everything.At school she refers to herself as the dumb one She is very quiet and embarrasses easily.She never gats straight A's like her brother, she has a hard time reading and struggles in math.Her teacher said she doesn't even raise her hand to answer ?'s or anything in class anymore.She is not at all a stupid child or anything she just has to work hard She sees how easily everything comes for her brother and she gives up. I try to talk to her and help with her homework and studing for tests but she acks like she doesn't care.When I ask her something she will say to ask her brother he's the smart one. Any sugestions on how I can help her feel confident and proud about who she is .We have never compared any of our kids with each other.They are each unique individuals.Any ideas?

2007-11-08 02:52:50 · 7 answers · asked by Jamie O 1 in Grade-Schooler

My wife and I want to name our daughter Britney Spears Christenson. Christenson is our last name. Is this appropriate? Spears is her maiden name and Britney is my mother's name. oh yes, this is a girl.

2007-11-08 02:48:37 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Baby Names

Whats a good middle name for a baby named Trinity?

2007-11-08 02:45:56 · 27 answers · asked by Tim G 1 in Baby Names

We have selected some girls names... Lena will be the middle name (after father's diceased mother)

The last name is Roberts and my oldest daughters name is Samantha (not Roberts)

Here they are:

Amy Lena
Sierra Lena
Dakota Lena
Monica Lena

2007-11-08 02:41:52 · 38 answers · asked by sweetypie9 3 in Baby Names

i am 7 days late and took a hpt which came out negative. iv been having cramps, headaches,sensitive breast and nipples and bad moodswings. i only took the test today, and my sister was 12 weeks before she found she was pregnant with both her kids. wat should i do. all answers appriciated x

2007-11-08 02:40:15 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

middle name David
I know it's Gwen Stefani's little guy's name and our 15 month old's name is Gavin but i'm not choosing Kingston because of anything to do with her and we didn't choose the name Gavin because of her either but I'm sure when people hear our kid's name that'll be what they think! (it's not 100% sure that we'll use this name since we aren't pregnant yet, but we're starting to try!)
I actually fell in love with the name Kingston a couple years ago when I held a real live 6 week old tiger in my arms after loving tigers since I was in first grade it was soooo cool!

2007-11-08 02:39:59 · 23 answers · asked by blank 4 in Baby Names

My and DH are TTC again...we have had two miscarriages this year...

BUT...I have found out that I have an absessed tooth, and it needs to be fixed, but the infection is so bad that they are going to have to do surgery and remove a cyst the size of a marble from my face.....it doesn't hurt or bother me, but it is growing into my sinus cavity.....

I am wondering if this could have caused my miscarriages from early this year.

Also....what would happen if I got pregnant before they did my surgery? If I was preggers, would they even do the surgery....I am so confused now....I don't know what to do...ew want to get pregnant before my husband deploys...but now I am scared we will end up loosing another child...

Any advice is greatly welcomed.....TIA

2007-11-08 02:30:31 · 10 answers · asked by mrs smith 2 in Pregnancy

Will it help me to conceive if I start taking them now?

2007-11-08 02:29:27 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Trying to Conceive

I'm 33 and just had my first child in June. A beautiful baby boy. One of the main reasons I waited so long to have kids is that all I ever heard growing up and in my 20's was how hard having kids was. Taking them everywhere with you, the crying, and the fact that your life was no longer yours and free to do as you please. Granted, my life has changed but not nearly as dramatic as I expected and taking care of my son seems natural and wonderful. How about you?

2007-11-08 02:26:46 · 18 answers · asked by ? 6 in Newborn & Baby

need help:
me and my bf has been havin sex for the past 2 weeks (everyday) and we haven't used and condoms i was just wondering if u can still get preg really need to no thanks

2007-11-08 02:24:37 · 24 answers · asked by amy_baby123 3 in Pregnancy

My 6 month old is showing signs that she wants to start crawling. Is she to young?

2007-11-08 02:24:07 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby

My husband and I have a son, Jack Brady, and we are expecting triplets, 1 boy and 2 girls, in March.
What do you think of the following names?:
Evan Lucas
Mia Claire
Hillary Blair

2007-11-08 02:19:50 · 39 answers · asked by BrownEyedGirl 2 in Baby Names

My 12 month old has been vomiting a lot lately and I can't figure out the cause. I took him for his 1 year appt and the doctor did not seem worried. Whenever I try to put him down for naps (for about 2 weeks now), even when he's asleep, he will wake up, start crying hysterically, and vomit. Is he crying because he's in pain and this leads to the vomiting, or is he making himself vomit? I am so frustrated and sad and I don't know what to do. I had hoped the doctor would have some answers, but again, he didn't seem worried at all. He said to try gas drops and antacid. I did and neither seem to work. Is this a phase he'll grow out of? Should I ignore him when he does this? I have never been good at the crying it out method and this is just torture. But he won't nap!!! And sometimes he won't go down at nighttime without crying and vomiting, too. This is happening at least once a day. Help!!!

2007-11-08 02:15:57 · 9 answers · asked by J D 2 in Newborn & Baby

Does anyone have any suggestion of things to do for my son's birthday party? We also have a 4 year old too, so I want to do something...please help?! Thanks in advance!!

2007-11-08 02:14:54 · 8 answers · asked by BUNNY11 2 in Toddler & Preschooler

For months my baby was fine with the normal diaper wipes. But recently she started getting diaper rash. If we skip the wipes and instead rinse her after every change she is fine. The wipes are non-allergenic, but give her a rash anyway.

Washing her after every change is a solution but it is much harder than the wipes.

Does anyone know of wipes that would be gentler - or is a cream a better solution?

Thank you for the help. Have a great day.

2007-11-08 02:14:09 · 14 answers · asked by Steve_was 2 in Newborn & Baby

Hi

on pill since DS born. Had unprotected sex mid cycle once, when pill ran out.

Took test this morning & it was postive. Work out that i'm approxs 7 weeks preg.

Am I really pregnant? How will I cope with 2 under 15 months?

2007-11-08 02:07:32 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

2007-11-08 02:05:37 · 9 answers · asked by confusing 1 in Pregnancy

2007-11-08 02:05:32 · 5 answers · asked by LINDSAY M 1 in Newborn & Baby

is it ok to have a 7 month pregnant person walking upstairs everyday?

2007-11-08 02:04:15 · 18 answers · asked by Lazarus Cadaver 3 in Pregnancy

im not pregnant but i am curious about how safe/unsafe it is to have sex when you are pregnant. what are the risks etc? can it harm the baby?

2007-11-08 02:03:31 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

my 8 month old eats twice, sometimes 3 times what my 2 yr old eats. He eats sometimes 2 cups of cream of wheat, or oatmeal, for breakfast and then screams for more. If someone is eating, he goes to them and screams to be fed again. Its like he doesn't get full, no matter what he eats or how much
.
Is this normal ? And how would i stop it if not??

2007-11-08 01:58:27 · 8 answers · asked by vbeaver31 3 in Newborn & Baby

I'm a first time mom about to have my baby and I was wondering when to make my doc apt, as soon as we come home? And when do they get all of their vaccines etc What all do I need to do,I'm getting anxious and nervous.

2007-11-08 01:53:06 · 18 answers · asked by yeah!!! 3 in Newborn & Baby

I was reading another question and someone answered something about "untreated dental problems can cause serious complications during pregnancy"..
Can someone tell me some more specifics about this?
I quit my job to be a SAHM and am pregnant again.. I had insurance through my company and now I am on my husbands insurance but won't be available for dental coverage for 6 more months.. My teeth aren't in total dismay, but I am having some issues.. and I worry about everything.. so now after reading that answer I am worried about this.
Thanks.

2007-11-08 01:51:09 · 6 answers · asked by Legs 4 in Pregnancy