Newborn & Baby - August 2006

Right now I am a stay at home mom with an 11 month old baby boy. I had my first son who is now 23 when I was very young and worked full time (sometimes with 2 jobs) since he was two weeks old and raised him by myself. I just re-married 3 years ago and have been blessed with another son. I stopped working right before he was born and my husband likes for me to be home with him. People keep asking me "When are you going back to work"? My sister-in-law keeps trying to get me a job. We are doing fine finacially so why are they so concerned. I cook, clean, shop, do laundry, maintain the yard and most of all take care of my baby 24/7 so why do people assume I'm lazy?? Before I had the baby I went to dinners, movies, went out shopping, week-ends away. I love being home with my baby and I never complain so what is their problem? I also take care of my mom who had a stroke and my dad who has altzheimers. I go back and forth to their house. Does anyone else encounter this?

2006-08-14 06:38:52 · 20 answers · asked by New York Mama 3

2006-08-14 06:22:06 · 19 answers · asked by ♥mommy of 4♥ 4

How many times during the night would the baby wake up?
Please I need advice from all mothers.
This is my first child
Thank you so much

2006-08-14 06:09:05 · 27 answers · asked by ♥Mommy 2 Be♥ 3

The announcement itself was a very simple engraved stationary piece with the parents names and an attached card with the baby's name. The problem is that the baby's name is one of those odd family names that doesn't distinguish a gender. Any suggestions as to figuring it out what "it" is (beyond calling the parents to find out)?

2006-08-14 05:41:33 · 14 answers · asked by linkus86 7

My wife and I are in disagreement. She says we should close the door and let our 11 month old daughter cry herself to sleep. My approach is to pick her up, sit back in a chair and wait until she falls asleep.

What do the professionals recommend? If you can, please provide a link to a resource. (I tried to research this on American Pediatric Association website, but to no avail)

2006-08-14 05:37:43 · 13 answers · asked by conservativeguyfromnc 2

My daughter will be 1 in December, do they really know whats going on or do you save the Santa stuff and big presents for later?

2006-08-14 05:21:12 · 20 answers · asked by DesignR 5

I help take care of a 1 year old who is spoilt by her mother. Should I just ignore them when they have their tantrums? Should I place her in a room and wait for her to calm down?

2006-08-14 05:17:42 · 16 answers · asked by blue_bee 4

My husband and I have a son and he just turned 1 year old. My husband told me last night he does want to start trying for another as soon as I want to. I do want to have another baby, I'm just unsure how long to wait. I think next spring so the children will be about 3 yeas apart. What has your experience been? How far apart are your children? Was is planned that way? Would you change it?

2006-08-14 05:15:14 · 21 answers · asked by Jacob's Mommy (Plus One) 6

I took my lil girl to the doctor on Staurday. Just for a regular baby check up and her shots. Well the doctor said her soft spot is completely sealed and that isnt a good sign for a baby of her age. She said my daughter needs to have X-rays done to see how her head is developing and see how her brain is. Im a terrified, I've never heard of this before. My lil girl is very active and very advanced for her age according to my doctor. I still am scared if there might be something wrong. Has anyone ever heard of this ....and should I be freaked out. I keep running this through my head. I know you other mothers would let me know if there was something to be scared of...I love my lil girl so much and I just want to make sure she's ok.

2006-08-14 05:12:36 · 8 answers · asked by saraidan 3

I am trying to get my 6 month old son on sippy cups. We've tried pretty much everything nuby, gerber, and playtex. He just doesn't want to hold on...it's almost like he's to lazy to hold anything by himself. I've sat there and listen to him scream because he just doesn't want to hold the sippy cup but he's hungrey. I figured that if he knows I won't run and hold it for him he'll just hold it himself. I just don't get it...the first time we give him a new sippy cup he does just fine but then anytime after that he just wants me to hold it? Is there any advice on how to get him to slowly get him into the sippy? I've heard that some kids just find it easier to drink from a regular cup first(without a spout)? Thanks a bunch!

2006-08-14 04:58:59 · 15 answers · asked by .vato. 6

My little boy has been very crabby since birth, very whiny and never slept well - for an entire year! The Dr said he was normal and just fussy. He recently had strep throat and after taking the antibiotic for three days, the strep throat cleared up and he's been a very happy baby since. It was an immediate change, not gradual. He used to whine and "grumble" all day long. Now no whining unless he's hungry or tired (like a normal baby), and he now naps well and sleeps through the night. He even crawls up on my lap when he's tired. Before the antibiotic he would wake up 2-3 times during naps or sleep about a half hour a day, then would wake up 4-5 times at night, sometimes more. Also he would kick, pinch and bite when getting him to sleep. He now plays with toys, entertains himself, laughs and is a joy. All our friends and family have commented so it's an extremely noticeable change. Could the antibiotic have cleared up something he's had for an entire year, or does that seem far fetched?

2006-08-14 04:47:26 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-14 04:33:19 · 10 answers · asked by komal p 1

My son is 6 months old and has started scooting on his belly. He uses his arms to pull himself and his feet to kick. He can go around the whole living room. Does this mean hes about to crawl?

2006-08-14 04:26:46 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm interested in others Idea for baby names I'm seven mth pregnant and looking for baby names maybe a mixture between my boyfriend and my name which are Tenesha and Larry. NO Games please.

2006-08-14 04:17:06 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 12 week old son has only put on 2ozs this week, 1oz last week, and 2ozs the week before. I'm concerned since the average is 4-8ozs per week. He's feeding well - having approx 31-32ozs experessed breast milk per day - and it mostly stays down. The Health visitor says to review it in 2 weeks - but that's a long wait! Has anyone had similar or got any suggestions?

2006-08-14 04:01:57 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Most 9 month babies take 2 1-2 hour naps, but mine just keeps waking up after 40 minutes, even when I keep her up longer. She sleeps from 8-7 at night, soo no worries there. How can I get her to take longer naps and/or cut down to 2 per day? She still seems to get sleepy after 2 hours of being up (rubs eyes, yawns, etc).

2006-08-14 03:57:53 · 17 answers · asked by newmom 1

2006-08-14 03:51:52 · 27 answers · asked by kitkat_ 1

She is behaving fine. What do i do?

2006-08-14 03:49:51 · 26 answers · asked by Cheeky 2

I think i am pregnant again, I'm about 14 days late..... I havent seen a dotor yet but I started to take my vitamins again.... I was wondering if I should go see a doctor now or wait ill I know for sure that I might be...

2006-08-14 03:44:12 · 16 answers · asked by babygirl18 1

I don't want her to get in the habit of this, its been going on for about two weeks.

2006-08-14 03:26:52 · 17 answers · asked by kelley7744 1

she got used to large family around constantly to entertain her,but we are moving to cairo so it'l be just me whole day. cud u recomend toy or anything to entertain her?

2006-08-14 03:10:43 · 21 answers · asked by nomadneesa 2

2006-08-14 02:44:38 · 25 answers · asked by CAROL 1

to label a baby as a pre term baby what should be the gestational age and weight of the baby

2006-08-14 02:40:20 · 10 answers · asked by sonia m 1

2006-08-14 02:30:17 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

I use Good Start Supreme but I'm wondering what the benefits might be of using a formula with DHA or ARA? What does that mean anyway?

2006-08-14 02:05:06 · 8 answers · asked by Weeber 2

2006-08-14 02:00:14 · 5 answers · asked by elainefromlondon 1

my 2 month old son cries out in the middle of shopping everytime i go out with him. he doesnt like to sit in his car seat. he even cries in the car as well and i have to pick him up. plz help.

2006-08-14 01:41:57 · 19 answers · asked by princess 1

2006-08-14 00:54:36 · 13 answers · asked by omri s 2

Serious question this, how do you get them off a squirming baby without getting poo everywhere, is there a knack I am missing?

2006-08-14 00:53:20 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

OK this is hard to describe, I saw it on TV in a show, it was about 2ft tall and looked like it connected together... it just sits right on the floor. I really want it, just dont know what to look for. Thanks for any help!!
Heidi

2006-08-14 00:48:51 · 3 answers · asked by Mommyof3 BGB 5