Parenting - February 2007

I am just curious to see if you are the kind of parent that you wanted to be when you were younger and dreaming of a family? What are some of your family values that you planned that you kept, and which ones didn't work out like you wanted. Long answers are appreciated as I really want to know. Thanks :)

2007-02-28 11:43:31 · 22 answers · asked by So_In_Love 2

2007-02-28 11:34:48 · 2 answers · asked by I2DK 1

Is it just me, or are guys too weak nowadays? My stepdad says when he joined the phone company 40 years ago, no one ever failed climbing school, now it's 50 percent. Dad's need to start swatting bottoms, and stop babying

2007-02-28 11:34:33 · 13 answers · asked by Mike K 1

2007-02-28 11:32:03 · 18 answers · asked by jocelyn v 1

We are an average, middle class family. My husband feels compelled to give him an expensive trip that we could afford, but would make things tight.
This is a kid who's graduating without having put much effort into school. I thought offering him $500. toward a trip was fair, my husband thinks I'm being stingy. I guess I feel like if he had put even a little effort into it, he'd have at least earned it.

2007-02-28 11:30:01 · 14 answers · asked by katydid 7

she's 5, I caught her kissing another 5 year old boy in the basement. Plus her shirt was off. I beat her like there was no tomorrow.

2007-02-28 11:24:20 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-28 11:22:18 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

A friend of mine is researching how parents that were abused as children can sometimes be abusers to their own children. She doesn't have access to a computer and asked for my help. I need websites that I can go to and print off for her. Does anyone on here know of any??

Also part of her research is to ask different people if they believe it is true that the abuse does carry on to the next generation. I would greatly appreciate if someone can help me to help my friend.

2007-02-28 11:15:56 · 6 answers · asked by M.S. Mom 4

I have two 6 year olds and a 8 year old time to replace the swing set or not get one at their ages do I need to replace it or just put the money somewhere else? what age did your kids quit *playing* with theirs

2007-02-28 11:13:15 · 10 answers · asked by crystal s 2

2007-02-28 10:42:59 · 24 answers · asked by I love dooneys 6

my 5 week old son's father wants to take him overnight 60 miles away. he is only 18 and makes very poor decisions and i am very concerned. he says he wants to be involved but also says he wont come over to my house to see him, the baby has to go with him. so far he hasnt seen him since we were in the hospital because of this, even though i have invited him over several times. should i be ok with this?

2007-02-28 10:38:08 · 24 answers · asked by green13 2

My son is 3 years and 4 mos old and still isn't potty trained??
Can anyone give me any advice. My son still isn't potty trained. He refused to wear big boy underwear and throws a huge crying fit when I try to put them on him or ask him which ones he wants to wear(he has many different kinds he picked out) and he goes and gets his diapers himself. And/or yells for his diaper and wants only that.
We have tried pull ups, the cold sensitive ones..etc. and nothing seems to work. We give him stickers when he does use the potty to pee.
When he was 2 years old he used the potty for pee and poop for about 2 weeks and then reverted back to diapers. I just thought it was too soon to go then and so I didn't push him to use the potty. I figured he would go and use it when he was ready.

Now I am concerned that he is still in diapers at 3 years and 4 mos old. Oh and I am having another baby. I am due June 2nd and I really thought my son would be out of diapers by now.
any advice?????????????

2007-02-28 10:29:41 · 4 answers · asked by krYpToNitEsMoM 4

Parenting books weren't around and "experts" didn't tell our parents and grandparents how to be parents. How in the world did so many of us survive without some litterature or another being shoved down our parents' throats?

2007-02-28 10:29:03 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

I forgot to do it its for tomorrow

2007-02-28 10:02:15 · 28 answers · asked by Amy-xox 1

The American Academy of Pediatrics says no, but 43% of America's children under 12 months do. Now there are networks specifically designed for babies. What do you think - good or bad? and why?

2007-02-28 09:54:11 · 11 answers · asked by green13 2

when actually the are just sticking thier nose in where its not wanted

2007-02-28 09:47:34 · 14 answers · asked by THOMAS B 2

Does anyone have a ideas how i can prepare my son for the new baby he is already very jealous when his father or i hold or play with his cousin. I just dont want him to feel like he is getting replaced or for him to blame the new baby and be mean....So anyone have any ideas???

2007-02-28 09:07:14 · 9 answers · asked by Loveable05 1

I'm the mother of a two-year-old boy and a 6-month-old girl. Most days we do fine. But, some days I can't help but worry that my son will turn into a monster--I guess either he is having a bad day or I am.

Anyway, do you ever worry about your own style of discipline and the choices you make?

What is the most difficult choice you have had to make so far? Did you trust your own instinct, or follow other's advice?

2007-02-28 08:17:42 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

My best friend couldn't go to the movies with me because of her grades, and she had all As and 1 C in one of the hardest classes at my school (Algebra II-Engineering Honors) and since thats an honors class its considered a B but that's not good enough for her parents even that she has over a 4.0 GPA, and my grades aren't that good compared to her's (<2 A's> <1 B> <3 C's> and <1 D>). Why do some parents act like this I mean I have that same math teacher and I (along with the rest of the class) recieved a 'D' except her which was a 'C'.

2007-02-28 08:14:26 · 18 answers · asked by anonymous 1

Just wondering how many parents still wash their child's mouth out with soap for saying cuss words. I would get mine washed out with soap when I said a bad word.

2007-02-28 08:06:37 · 27 answers · asked by valgal115 6

2007-02-28 08:01:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Someone has reported me to social services, pease don't think of me as bad I have just been so so down and things have got on top of me...Im scared they'll take my boys away...someone please help

2007-02-28 07:51:19 · 23 answers · asked by Nicola G 2

I do not a have a family or anyone really and just need help with my thoughts, grammer and other things. my question posted for moms dasd and caregiver IS NOT AN AD. I need help getting my online resume together. I mean no disrespeact to anyone but do not allow negative energy into my life.

2007-02-28 07:46:56 · 3 answers · asked by jennybeninni 1

Well, actually, I know it's childish x3 Since I was diagnosed with clinical depression at the age of 14 I became really dependent on my teddy bears. I carry them around the house with me, to my counselling sessions in my backpack and to my friend's houses. I have about 50 but I can remember all their names. Is this strange dependency pathetic or just a coping mechanism for my illness?
P.S. I'm female and now 16

2007-02-28 07:35:18 · 8 answers · asked by Ran 1

2007-02-28 07:33:12 · 7 answers · asked by tmac 5

I simply ask to be respected for all that I do. I have work in childcare most of my adult life. I’ve learned a lot from life experience. Working for Stay at home moms has given me a lot. I hope to one day be a stay at home mom myself. I don't feel I am a strong swimmer, However I would love to take a class. The same goes for taking a fisrt aide course, geeting my drivering Licensee or any other classes you may feel that would improve my nanny skills.

2007-02-28 07:30:00 · 2 answers · asked by jennybeninni 1

Generally, I find that "time out" chairs or areas work very well. But only when it really is a punishment to be sent to sit alone and think about what has happened. I have also learned that by literally lowering yourself to your child's level and speaking to them where they are, respect and response is a lot more attainable. I also like to teach children methods of coping with anger or frustration, using certain breathing and counting techniques that takes their mind off the problem at hand. I must add that I will not tolerate any form of abuse nor will I use any form of abuse. This includes physical, mental, or verbal. To me, watching a child grow from an infant to a toddler and so on is one of the best gifts life can offer. Since I’ve worked in a hotel cleaning I’m not really against any cleaning as long as I am paid for my duties and I'm not taken advantage of. I plan to help run the household. I simply ask to be respected for all that I do. I have work in childcare most of my a

2007-02-28 07:27:25 · 1 answers · asked by jennybeninni 1

I prepare children not only for preschool, but life as well. I teach children strong values and respect for others, while having fun at the same time. I believe too many parents expect perfection when there really is no such thing. Safety is number one. I love to go out and explore the environment around. It is a great, fun stimulation for kids while also being educational and informative. Staying inside for the most part is not my forte. I like to plan daily art and music activities for children. I also encourage weekly play dates with other families. Lastly, when it comes to discipline, I strongly believe in positive reinforcement and following certain rules. I try not to be too serious and have an enjoyable time, but I will not tolerate disrespect and bad manners. Generally, I find that "time out" chairs or areas work very well. But only when it really is a punishment to be sent to sit alone and think about what has happened. I have also learned that by literally lowering yourself t

2007-02-28 07:22:38 · 1 answers · asked by jennybeninni 1

Have you gotten confronted when others have a problem w/ the way you discipline your children?Tell me your story and what you think of this.I am talking about every day normal discipline in the privacy of your own home- i.e. time out, scolding, an open handed whack on the butt.My 9 yr old had a friend over last wk. She (my daughter) shoved her younger sister hard enough to cause her to hit her head off the wall.Our immediate response was scolding & a time out, to which my daughter physically tried to avoid.(Had to be picked up and placed in the corner twice.) My husband's reaction to this was 2 swats on the behind and back to the corner for a few minutes.Later, the friend's mom called SCREAMING that she can't believe how out of control my home is & that we handle things wrong.I was annoyed and felt like hanging up but stood my ground anyhow.She was talking nicely by the time the conversation ended.(Her child must have exaggerated when telling the story to her.)Thoughts?

2007-02-28 07:22:01 · 15 answers · asked by Monica 3

I mean like, going to the movies with a "friend" and going to get pizza. Also is your kid a boy or a girl?

2007-02-28 07:16:35 · 9 answers · asked by Chris 4