Parenting - November 2006

2006-11-13 05:24:23 · 16 answers · asked by Mrs. Unstoppable 2

He is an honor roll student, he excels at sports, he gets notes home that he is helpful and considerate of others. The thing is that when he is home he is short tempered, yells, hits and is selfish and disrespectful. He says hateful things to hurt others feelings, and tells us all the time that his Nana and Papa take better care of him than we do. We have given him more than any child needs materially and I am sure that this has added to the problem, however the things that he has have been rewards for things like his grades or birthday and Christmas gifts. We give give him love, support and encouragement. We are in no way selfish and try to teach all our kids how important it is to be a servant to others, and to be an example. We are simply dumfounded at how he has become this kid we do not recognize anymore.

2006-11-13 05:23:22 · 7 answers · asked by me33 1

He is smart and very social. But, he hates school. He hates having to pay attention and learn. His father & I have been divorced for 2 yrs. His father & I do not see eye to eye on how to raise our children. I am up against a brick wall where my son is concerned. Any body have any ideas?

2006-11-13 05:15:26 · 15 answers · asked by T. 6

i'm 9 weeks pregnant and i also have a 4 year old. my 8 year old is really violent and doesn't listen to ANYONE i'm always at his school because he is always hurting someone. he tells lies like you wouldn't believe. he has been hurting my 4 year old since birth and now that i'm pregnant again i'm a little scared. my 4 year old is loving and a pretty normal guy. i love ALL of my kids but i'm worried about what my 8 yr old will do to the baby. has anyone gone through this? if you are offering places to contact i'm from toronto, canada.

2006-11-13 05:15:15 · 18 answers · asked by nelly78 4

My son is about to be 5 months in a week. He just started this about a week ago. Whenever Iput him down in his toy or on the bed he starts to cry. I have checked his temp he is fine there given him a clean diaper and mylicon and origel. Also gave him a bottle. But nothing seems to help except ME holding him.No one else just me. I can't get anything done. Anything that will help..

2006-11-13 05:06:22 · 18 answers · asked by ♥TEENYTINY♥ 3

2006-11-13 04:57:37 · 0 answers · asked by BA 1

I am working on a paper in school, and I was wondering if you consider spanking child abuse.

2006-11-13 04:17:49 · 45 answers · asked by ? 2

2006-11-13 03:52:06 · 5 answers · asked by JenT 1

He's getting bored with the same TV Network sites like Playhouse Disney, etc.... and I want a safe site w/o popups.

2006-11-13 02:50:08 · 15 answers · asked by Oh Tami !! 2

2006-11-13 02:34:23 · 5 answers · asked by sunflower 3

I'm just taking a poll. Who is more spoiled, your first child or your second. (feel free to tell me why).

2006-11-13 02:31:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Also, which parent (usually) plays the bigger role and/or has the biggest influence on their children???? Is it gender-based?

2006-11-13 02:09:27 · 7 answers · asked by ♥WestlifeForLife♥ 3

2006-11-13 01:45:20 · 14 answers · asked by lucretia l 1

My 15 year old son thinks he should be allowed to leave his bedroom door locked and only he has a key. My husband and I disagree on this and want everyones opinion... Thanks!

2006-11-13 01:15:04 · 25 answers · asked by ~ ! BabyGirl ! ~ 1

It wouldn't be so bad if I didn't live with my mother-n-law (my daughters grandma) and live 10 minutes away from my mother. They keep pushing me about giving my baby solids & juice. Then they sit there and ask eachother about it like I'm not even in the room. Then my mother-n-law calls her mother & tells her. They are the old country folk so they were feeding their babies grits & bacon & collard greens by 3 months. This is annoying the hell out of me. Just because the baby cries they assume it's because she wants some of their food. I get really annoyed when they talk about what I'm doing/not doing with my child just because they did it with theirs & their mothers did it with them. How can I tell them to back off & that I am the mommy. They had their chance when they had theirs. Now it's my turn to experience motherhood. Has anyone had similar experiences?

2006-11-13 00:33:49 · 16 answers · asked by twinkle toes 2

given the opportunity to work for a day as a psychologist what do you think you would do

2006-11-13 00:12:22 · 5 answers · asked by stefan 3

what do you find the most difficult situation to handle at your age,meeting new people,talking to your parents,facing exams.etc.etc.

2006-11-13 00:09:58 · 8 answers · asked by stefan 3

my daughter is almost 8 and after 7 yrs her dad wants back into her life, and i an fine with that. they talked on the phone last night for the 1st time ever, today i founf out by some one i don't know, they are saying that they also have one of his kids and they send me a photo of him,

My question is do i ask the dad about the other kid or see if he says anything ...........

2006-11-13 00:07:47 · 6 answers · asked by jlw78418 2

2006-11-12 23:04:04 · 8 answers · asked by 👑 Veteran Gentlemen Big Wiggly 7

2006-11-12 21:50:43 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have four kids and try to make sure they have appx 20 a piece. One is a major gift and the others support it or are other things that are under $20. Some are real inexpensive from $1 store and such. Ages 5,6,12,14. Too much?

2006-11-12 19:42:31 · 16 answers · asked by JODY b 2

GOing through the terrible 2's with my daughter at the moment and feel like I am always saying 'No - don't - stop it'!! Am firm and try to be consistent but also end up with that nothing compares to it sense of parent guilt..

Anyone else feel this? Know she needs to be disciplined and so know it is a necessary exercise.. just that niggle that accompanies it along the 'was I too picky/harsh' lines that bothers me!

2006-11-12 19:16:01 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

When i was teething my mother would rub liqour on my gums or mix a shot of vodka in my bottle,has anyone done this with their children? Whats the best liqour to use ( because my child has allergies)? and how much should i use?

2006-11-12 17:56:54 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have been writing checks and forging my moms name and cashing them. I love my mom but with no job I cant help but to go in her purse and borrow a 20. My drug addiction is my problem and need to kick the habit. I know stealing is wrong but she stopped working and now recieves child support and doesnt give me my share. Should i sue her?

2006-11-12 17:36:51 · 17 answers · asked by Christopher 1

they have a baby(22-13)the mother done lost one child at age 11,the dughter needs help with the baby,the mother doesnt help her much with the baby,the 13 year old has a baby by the guy,and hes willing to do all he can for her and the baby.THE MOTHER AGREES TO ALL THIS.ps this is not the 13 year old or the 22 year old,just a very concered grandmother and its all out of my hands.

2006-11-12 17:21:06 · 8 answers · asked by terri m 1

OK, first of all, my mother was never there for me when I was young, my father raised me and my brother. Anyway, my daughter is 4 years old and I love her with all my heart. I only want the best for her. And the only place I trust to leave her is at daycare while I work. Other than that, she's with me, at home. I am totally freaking out if she's anywhere else than with me or at daycare, and I don't feel like she's safe. My mother lives 2 hours away and she's always pressuring me to let my daughter spend nights with her. (By the way, she's also an alcoholic) So am I being overprotective or just being a good loving mother??

2006-11-12 17:16:37 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

My Husband and I have just had our first child and are now looking for a good place to relocate. So, I'm wondering where would be a good place to raise, educate, and entertain my growing family that is also very safe. Basically what I believe every mother looks for when they start their family, I know some of you have found it!! Looking for your advice, Andrea.

2006-11-12 17:08:18 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im not talking about abusing them i mean swatting thier butts. I dont know about the rest of you but im 29 and when and where i grew up that was the status quo. We had violent movies i.e Rambo, Friday the 13th and so on and most of us didnt turn into violent sociopaths because we were spanked. In fact i think younger people have lost all touch with reality when in it comes to right and wrong.

2006-11-12 16:52:43 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

my son put a knife to my back tonight and threatened to stab me...i dont know how much more i can take...he was diagnosed bipolar two years ago and it just keeps getting worse...and for all the self righteousl ones who might answer with well have you tried this or have you tried that...well duh, yes i have tried everything that i am capable of trying...i would not even be considering this horrible prospect if i hadnt...he has been in and out of the hospital, intensive weekly counseling, medications, NOTHING works....we have no doors left in our apartment because he has smashed them all in...along with holes in every wall and kitchen cupboards ripped off...to answer other common questions...cant afford to send him to bootcamp i dont receive child support, can barely afford to pay the bills...dont have any family to help either so if any one has some non self righteous suggestions i would appreciate the help

2006-11-12 16:46:01 · 19 answers · asked by pey 1

I always hear parents gush about how joyfull and rewarding parenthood is... am I the only one who thinks it is the HARDEST THING EVER??? I mean, I love my daughter but WOW It kicks my butt every single day. am i alone in this? does anyone else feel overwhelmed by the responsibilites of parenthood? why doesn't anyone ever admit it?

2006-11-12 16:10:35 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous