Parenting - September 2006

I plan on homeschooling my son when he is a little older. At what point should I start? Whats the earliest age that I can start? What sort of things can I teach him (he is 19 months old) that he will actually learn and that will be fun for him?

2006-09-18 04:56:37 · 12 answers · asked by mommy_2_little_man 2

I would like to start to teach my 19 month old some stuff. What are the best things to teach at this age and how should I start?

2006-09-18 04:54:51 · 8 answers · asked by mommy_2_little_man 2

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2006-09-18 04:51:32 · 5 answers · asked by Jonathan N 1

Constant back talk, kids being selfish..parents either have to start disciplining the kids more, or we need to build more jails, the ones we have now will be full in 10 years

2006-09-18 04:42:40 · 7 answers · asked by MeRmAiD 2

My 10 yr. old son needs to get checked for glasses. He has autism, with some speech and develpomental delays that make the traditional "Which one was clearer...1 or 2" unworkable. Do I need to contact an optomitrist or should I go for a pediatric ophthomologist??

2006-09-18 04:39:03 · 3 answers · asked by Annie 6

I'm not really sure what people mean when they say only-child-syndrome. I come from a big family, but my husband I are pretty happy with just having one child. (Although it's early days, our baby is 3 months old.) For those of you who have one child, or for those who are an only child, are there things we should look out for or do to help our son be a happy confident only-child?

2006-09-18 04:01:26 · 15 answers · asked by tish 3

My son has ADHD as I mentioned in other questions, I had a confrenece with his teacher and she said his behaivor is pretty good in school considering he has been taking off his meds (personal choice between his doctor and I) however he forgets alot when it comes to his homework which of course affects his grades in a negative way, with out resulting back to medication what can I do as a parent to help him remember to do and turn in homework assignments when he is suppose to? Id really appreciate some great tips to help him out. Thank you

2006-09-18 03:54:53 · 7 answers · asked by landscaperschick73 3

i am curious as to how many single dads out there not only pay child support but also help out in other expenses like sports, ballet wear, club fees for these sports, shoes and school clothes. my ex is just now buying stuff for the kids but it's like a package of underwear and one outfit for their birthday. AND he wont let them take these things home. i asked him to help with the extras he said no that he pays child support and that is enough. it is support, to support these kids in basic life. the extras, is extras. think about it, he pays about $500 a month in support (this is not actual amount,just an example) and that is "his part". and i MATCH that plus provide shelter, clothes, electric,water,medicine, school supplies, birthday parties, ballet lessons, karate lessons, ballet outfits, karate outfits, new shoes about every 6 months ...the list goes on! and we are "co" parents!?!? i raise our children, he "babysits"every other weekend. is this normal single dad behavior?

2006-09-18 03:46:06 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

Get my 5 year old to eat when the family is? He will wait till the last minute. for example if we are at his grandparents home he won't want to eat untill we say it's time to go! or in the morning before school he will do the same! breakfast, lunch, dinner we need any ideas please!

2006-09-18 03:45:10 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-09-18 03:33:40 · 16 answers · asked by dee r 2

The crunchy granola sect here say that we must hold the baby during bottle feeding in order to make them feel warm and love and bonded to us. However, since my daughter has learned to crawl expeditiously, walk a little, and is more independent...she wants to hold her bottle herself and drink with her toys sitting beside us, or sometimes in her room where she'll sip and stop to play.

She won't tolerate being held during a bottle during the day, and she only wants this at night at bedtime. So, what I want to know is can anyone pull a study out from somewhere citing the dangers of my girl's early independence? Also, should I hold her despite the fact she doesn't want to be held? Even if she hits and thrashes to get free so she can drink on her own?

2006-09-18 03:26:26 · 17 answers · asked by Goddess of Nuts PBUH 4

what could I buy to protect my baby from a floor furnace and where can i get it at?

2006-09-18 03:21:00 · 38 answers · asked by Sarah 2

I have a 13 month old daughter who is pretty much a typical baby except that she has a temper!! I know that babies will be babies and have fits but she will hit, push me away, yell, fall out, kick, throw things and will just not listen. Her teacher even told me that she was mean. What should I do to break this habit? Can some babies be just naturally mean? Will she grow up to be mean?

I am 22 years old and I am a first time mother. Your help will be grateful! Thanks

2006-09-18 03:09:43 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

Wife’s only one in house who's not illiterate/has several years of college asks 20+ step son about his financial aid. He says the school's FA is "free". She reviews paperwork & sees that this small non-state “Institute” school is chging GED students 7 grand yrly just 4 GED classes! Advises step son to take SAR to school & ask exactly what package he got. He tells her he "don’t think they will need 2 see the SAR"/questions the validity of what she says. He thinks that the school is free because USA doesn't want to have illiterate people so gov't is willing to pay for people to get an education free (sad). Either way wouldn't U want your financial aid package info?! To know if you got grants or loans instead or taking the school's word 4 it that everything is “free”. Wife asks step what his FA’s name is. Stepson: "I didn't ask". At this point shd she say, “4get it! Let these fools get stuck with a 7G loan to pay for GED" or would you keep trying to offer help, advocacy, info?

2006-09-18 02:21:55 · 3 answers · asked by Kaitlyn 2

My friend is giving me parenting advice non stop because she's been reading a parenting book written by a Nun (of all people to talk about being a parent) and she isn't even a mom herself! I have a 2 year old who is just like every other 2 year old. She doesn't want to eat, she throws fits etc.. But anyone will tell you that I'm a great mom and that my daughter is happy and a sweetheart. I'm sick of being told " Don't feed her this, don't ever do that.. don't punish ever!" I keep thinking "Just wait until theres a dirty diaper smeared across your kitchen wall or your kid is having a tantrum in the store and you are forced to leave" I would never ever spank my daughter but my friend is going so far as to tell me never to even give time outs. Who is she to give me this advice? She's been married for barely a year and has no idea what parenting is like. She's driving me nuts!!!

2006-09-18 01:45:26 · 23 answers · asked by green velvet 1

my son is six years old .We are a christain family and have worked very hard with our son.Our son has these outrages to where he hits me hurts him self and our members of the family.We love him dearly we are also working with the school.He is adhd .This morning he got very upset allb/c he had to wear these jeans.I feel like I am at my wits end.We have a little girl she is 5 she does not act like this.Need some good ideas to try with him or a websit so I can maybe I can read up on I am an open minded person .He does good in school. He just does not know how to take the disapline at all sometimes..( time out ) .But i can't have him to be hit ,spiting,and kicking me . If you need more info.Just ask and I can tell you .Thank you if you can help.plz no rude answers I don't have time for that.God Bless.

2006-09-18 01:10:52 · 22 answers · asked by purpal2002002 4

2006-09-18 00:51:49 · 20 answers · asked by alicia 1

My seven year old is popular with the nieghborhood kids and they all want to come and visit. In and out, tracking dirt, leaving "stuff" laying around, and trashing his room. Also... my roommate has a three year old that can't sit still and trails things all over the house. In the living room I can call them on it... but my son and I are always cleaning up rediculously huge messes in his room.

I've threatened to give his toys away, suggested he not let his buddies come over so much. It is a continous battle. I try not to get mad... but I get really sick and tired of going over this with him. Not sure how to handle the three year old, whom I babysit frequently. He leaves a trail in his wake. I'm very near banning him from my sons room entirely... but that's where I send him when he has tantrums... and the little noise box could spare me a headache some days by playing in the other room. Love them all verry much... I just feel like the kids maid sometimes. What to do?

2006-09-18 00:11:09 · 9 answers · asked by hereintheunivers 2

Did anyone have a bad morning trying to get their kids who have been out of car seats for years now, back into one. My 6 yrold wasnt to impressed having to sit on a booster seat and complained how uncomfortable it was. I'm dreading the 'drama' when i pick her up! Any other horror stories?

2006-09-17 22:59:25 · 9 answers · asked by EMA 5

2.3miliion to raise a child until after varsity, is having babies wise then?

2006-09-17 20:16:00 · 20 answers · asked by myyus4cedl 2

How would (or did) your parents (or grandparents) act if (or when) you told them you were pregnant and planning to staying unmarried? How would you act (or did act ) if (or when) you found out your unmarried daughter was pregnant?

2006-09-17 19:27:12 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

my son 8 tear old is afraid of everything say darkness, lonely or get upset if we have to go out inspite of others members in family. On the contrary he is very restless in school and everyday his teacher complain us that he is non attentive and talkitve.
does anybody has solution to this problem

2006-09-17 18:36:39 · 21 answers · asked by ajay5963 1

2006-09-17 17:33:28 · 11 answers · asked by 3kids 2

2006-09-17 17:11:59 · 21 answers · asked by no onions please!!! 2

My bestfriend is a first time mother-to-be and she clueless, so can someone please help me to answer her question.

2006-09-17 16:50:08 · 18 answers · asked by craze.snotty 1

any other moms struggling with this dilemma...she says she hasnt done anything yet....but im too immature to be a gramma...help? honest answers appreciated

2006-09-17 16:04:15 · 46 answers · asked by Anonymous

i saw this question the other night where a woman asked if tieing her baby son to a high chair to eat dinner was child asbuse or not.of chorse,as like everyone else that saw the question....i was mad and angry.I spoutted off and gave my thoughts,reported the question to abuse(just in case it was true).then i got to thinking....what a great way to get points on here.she had 10 answers in 2 minutes.is it possible that just toss in a sour subject and pissed of people will get the for her points?

2006-09-17 15:56:53 · 9 answers · asked by cowgirlprincess08210 2

im turing 14 Sept. 19 and i don't kno what i should do for my birthday.

2006-09-17 15:49:24 · 10 answers · asked by bigg_dog09 1

now i feel guilty that i dont always have money for extras that my kids may need...they have food clothes all the necessities but dont always have the money for the things they want....anyone else in that situation.....whats more important?

2006-09-17 15:43:26 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

Wakes Up at night Screaming Saying the BAD MAN is In His Room How Does she Stop him from Doing this? Ive Heard Using the Glitter Water But I dont think thats Working anyother ways Please Help

2006-09-17 15:38:18 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous