Pregnancy & Parenting - 30 November 2007

and I think that its starting to creep my parents out a bit.
Now don't get me wrong, I am a very nonviolent person, but theres just something so fascinating about them. I just really don't want to get stuck in counseling again . Anyways what would you do if your child had an obsession like mine?
would you be worried?

2007-11-30 07:43:52 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Adolescent

Can a guy get his money back if the paternity test proves the child is not his?

2007-11-30 07:42:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pregnancy & Parenting

Here are some names that I personally like and I was wondering if you all feel the same...

Girls: Jasmin, Grace, Ella, Sarah, Nikkole, and Rebecca (or Becca)

Boys: Ben, Troy, Michael, Anthony, Tyler, and Scott

2007-11-30 07:41:04 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Baby Names

Hi, i`m around 6 weeks pregnnat and was wondering if it`s in any way possible to lose weight? I`m about 1 stone overweight and would like to lose it but obviously dont want to cause my baby any harm, is it possible?

2007-11-30 07:38:13 · 27 answers · asked by onlyme 5 in Other - Pregnancy & Parenting

2007-11-30 07:36:06 · 28 answers · asked by Violet 4 in Baby Names

Ok im having a baby shower jan 20th... i know im having a boy and ill be 34weeks.... so what kind a themes sound good?...becuase ive been looking up stuff on the internet and not finding anything good... so do any of you have good ideas or websites?

2007-11-30 07:35:26 · 4 answers · asked by **Wishing For A 2010 Baby** 4 in Pregnancy

2007-11-30 07:34:53 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy

my 24 yr. old daughter lives w/me w/two of her three children. Although one of the three lives w/our cousins due to financial issues that they keep her & pay for her preschool. Almost every night gainst my voicing I don't like her going out and leaving the kids in bed although I am asleep.. she goes anyway. The oldest child knows she goes out & is loosing respect for her mother, plus my daughter has gotten drunk while out there & had to be hospitalized 3x's. She gets into destructive relationships w/men & recently got medically ill (if u know what I mean). She is quite depressed & sits home all day sleeping as the two children that can go to school do, and she has the 2.5 yr. old at home. At times I think about having her evicted, but am concerned about the well being of the kids. I've been advised to check into a temporary custody of my grans but am 52 yr. old, single and want to retire in three more yrs. I have talked to, threatened her repeatdly to no avail. Any suggestions?

2007-11-30 07:34:11 · 7 answers · asked by sissytwo 3 in Parenting

Our nanny is a sweet older lady who has worked for us for almost 2 years. She has become almost like family. Unfortunately, over the last few months she seems like she has lost her ability to do her job. She leaves my son in dirty diapers, "forgets" to give him food sometimes, and pretty much just leaves him in front of the TV while she's here. I don't think she is lazy, she is just older, has health problems, and I don't think she is physically up to working anymore (though she says she's fine).

I think we need to let her go, but I feel bad because I do care about her, and she and my son are close. Also, is it terrible to let her go this close to the holidays?

2007-11-30 07:30:53 · 20 answers · asked by mommy 2 in Toddler & Preschooler

I'm 20 and an adult already, but still, i'm the youngest in my family and my parents consider me a "little girl". Well I'm almost 23 wks preg and no one knows, except for 4 of my friends. I got preg from a guy I was just "getting with", who is and wont be supportive, and that no one knows him either; plus he's 11 yrs older than me. I'm in college and work part-time, but i'm still living with my parents and actually depend on them for almost everything. i always thought about having an abortion, but i knew that would be a stupid decision after all. I mean, all i have left to do is try to find a way and the right time to tell my parents about it, but its very awkward 'cause they probably think im still a virgin (my parents are mexican and very conservative). Im scared that they will find out themselves and be more mad at me, especially because i have been hiding my pregnancy but i won't be able to do that sooner or later. I also dont want to tell em anything about the father of the baby

2007-11-30 07:26:19 · 71 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pregnancy & Parenting

My 2 week old does not seem to settle without something in his mouth...he tries to suck on everything to sooth himself to sleep and I hate seeing him so frustrated..breastfeeding sooths him but I cant just latch him on every time he wants to sleep, even when he is not hungry, if this were the case he would be permanently attached to me!

Is there any reason not to give him a pacifier to sooth himself to sleep? I know they say not within the first month if breastfeeding, and I am breastfeeding, but there is no nipple confusion as he also takes expressed milk from a bottle no problem..also I would not plan on allowing using a dummy to continue for long, just until he can settle himself..or does anyone else have any other ideas on how to settle him?

2007-11-30 07:25:01 · 13 answers · asked by **sugarplum** 2 in Newborn & Baby

Which is more effective in preventing pregnancy when taken correctly: birth control pills or the birth contol patch?
Or is there a better method out there? (spermicides, sponges, the shot, etc.)

I know the only method that is 100% effective is abstinence, but unfortunatley, it's too late for that.

Thanks a ton for the answers! They are all greatly appreciated!

2007-11-30 07:24:04 · 35 answers · asked by BreANda BO 2 in Pregnancy

I'm expecting my first child in a few months. I'm starting to look for child care now. I work about 45 minutes from my home. Do you think it is better to place the child in a center close to my work or home? I live and work in really nice areas so either place will have nice day care centers.
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2007-11-30 07:20:42 · 6 answers · asked by kristifinch 1 in Pregnancy

My newborn has it all. She has more outfits then the eye can see, some shoes, booties,blankets galore. I want to get her some things for christmas but not sure what toys are suitable for a newborn. She has enough necessities so i dout i will buy her any clothing maybe 1-3 outfits at most. She has a brand new travel system, crib, pack n play, highchair. So we wont be needing any of those. She also has tons of stuffed bears and dolls. I dont want to buy 1 huge gift but rather a few small ones to put under the tree with her name on it. I dont go out much so i do most of my shopping on ebay or walmart, and somtimes the local sears or JCPennys, and even khols. Can any one give me some advice on some practical gift for my newborn? It would help so much since december 1st is right around the corner. I dont like mobiles too much so I think i'll throw them off the list. She has a new winter snowsuit. I'm just so lost and confused on what to buy her. Thanks a ton everyone! - Angel Lynn's Mommy

2007-11-30 07:19:31 · 11 answers · asked by baby_kakes_xox 1 in Newborn & Baby

I'm expecting my first child in a few months. I'm starting to look for child care now. I work about 45 minutes from my home. Do you think it is better to place the child in a center close to my work or home? I live and work in really nice areas so either place will have nice day care centers.

2007-11-30 07:18:27 · 12 answers · asked by kristifinch 1 in Newborn & Baby

I am on here a lot and have made some friends and we are all great and different. I see the question a lot about "Breast or Formula" and I wonder.... Can the two get a long if they are friends? Really, lets say "X" is a great Mom who breast feeds and is very vocal about it being the only right way. Lets say "Y" is a formula feeding mother and is just fine with her chioce for whatever reason. Can they be close friends? I will tell you what I think when I select a best answer. In addition I am not trying to cause problems I am really just curious! Thanks!

2007-11-30 07:16:45 · 18 answers · asked by Ian and Tate's Mom 4 in Newborn & Baby

Has anyone else wondered by people who leave ugly, rude comments always block their IM and emails that people cannot respond. I am above the pettiness but would sometimes like to send people an email when they have facts wrong just to educate them, along with a link to my source.

Everytime I ask a question and get one of those nasty responses or smart *** comments, it makes me appreciate my own non-judgmental, open-minded personality even more. And no, I do not judge these people, just wonder why you are nasty. That;s all.

Havea great day to all the non-nasty pregnant ladies!

2007-11-30 07:14:28 · 20 answers · asked by cwrayvoa 3 in Pregnancy

Can anybody think of any names relevant to Christmas? Not Jesus, Mary etc, more like "Joy", "Carol", "Noel", "Nicolas".

Thanks!

2007-11-30 07:08:50 · 66 answers · asked by Perry 4 in Baby Names

Okay I had intercourse a couple times after my period. But now my period was suppose to come a week ago. So its late. I feel like puking sometimes but i never do. I have been having little cramps every now and then. I havent had a chance to get a pregnacy test. But could I be pregnate??

2007-11-30 07:04:11 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Trying to Conceive

My son is goin on 2 months My breastmilk supply is going down..I am breastfeeding him at this point and have been since the day he was born... I was advised by my sons doctor to start supplementing with formula and sooner than later my son will have to be on formula. Because he is not gaining enough weight just on breast milk since im not producing alot .I was wondering did any mothers have this problem as well as not producing enough milk for there baby and had to start formula when they did not want to. How did you go about it. did you just start your baby on formula..did you baby have problems going to the bathroom..any advise would be great..im a first time mommy...

2007-11-30 07:03:25 · 10 answers · asked by miss lady 1 in Newborn & Baby

Expecting a baby girl. Have one daughter at home named Trinity Grace. We like the names:

Ella Faith
Ava Faith
Eden Faith
Tatum Faith

2007-11-30 06:51:10 · 42 answers · asked by Jen 2 in Baby Names

I just found out that I am 4 1/2 weeks pregnant due july 23rd, I have "night" sickness, and really really bad mood swings, which is putting a strain on things...Is there anything I can do to change this. From your past or present experiences is there anything that really helped you. A hot bath? massage? music? Please help

2007-11-30 06:45:38 · 29 answers · asked by Lindsay A 2 in Pregnancy

I have small breasts, and even though I know they'll likely get bigger once filled with milk, I was wondering...does the size of the breast make any difference in baby's ability to breastfeed?

2007-11-30 06:40:54 · 10 answers · asked by princesslocklin 2 in Newborn & Baby

Ifso, was it helpful? Or are there any other common organizations that offer Infant CPR that you found helpful?

2007-11-30 06:38:31 · 5 answers · asked by cwrayvoa 3 in Pregnancy

what r the chances that my baby would have this. my doctor says that it wouldnt but im scared bc if it did there is no way i could take care of it

im not pregnant yet

2007-11-30 06:33:50 · 7 answers · asked by sammi 7 in Pregnancy

Ok so tomorrow I'm supposed to participate in a charity event where I stand out on the street corner in 2 - 4 hour shifts and collect money. I'm 31 weeks pregnant and nervous that maybe that's not the best thing to do in my last trimester...I'd ask my doc but I don't see him til Tuesday...Oh also I'm in Michigan and it's suppose to be snowing and 27 degrees tomorrow...Thanks for your input

2007-11-30 06:28:27 · 16 answers · asked by hpetrie1223 2 in Pregnancy

The only slim jeans I can find start at size 6. Right now he has the ones with adjustable waistline (from Old Navy) I have to pull the straps so much that it makes the jeans bulk badly under/around the waist. He also complains that they are uncomfortable. He recenlty went from a size 4 to a size 5. The 4's weren't so bad.
any advice?
Thanks!

2007-11-30 06:25:55 · 10 answers · asked by jon jon's girl 5 in Parenting

I was born in Canada, but I was given up for adoption shortly after. I don't have the slightest idea where I'm from, and neither does my adoptive parents.

Here I am:
http://s241.photobucket.com/albums/ff250/nci_333/

Please give any opinions, I'm really quite desperate to know. I sort of feel as if I've lost part of my cultural identity, just by not knowing. I hope someone here understands exactly what it is I mean.

2007-11-30 06:23:18 · 28 answers · asked by frc_222 1 in Adoption

Till recently my blood pressure was usually low around 100/60 but
in past few days it goes up to 170. Doctor said that I should try to rest, but this does not seem to help much. Any advice?

2007-11-30 06:18:31 · 6 answers · asked by Jasmina L 1 in Pregnancy

and idk if its such a great idea i mean he crawls alot and im sure he will be walking soon and i dont want him to break ornaments and lights and stuff.. but i kinda want one because its his first christmas idk what i should do...

2007-11-30 06:18:23 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Newborn & Baby