Parenting - February 2007

someone just asked about 3rd graders learning about different type of families (lesbian and gay). for those who are against it, what about the children of these gay parents? do you think it might be easier for them if their classmate saw a film about different families? and kids will know that their classmate has two moms or two dads
wouldn't it also be better that your children understand that while they have a mom and a dad, some have two moms or two dad or only one parent?
that way they don't mistreat another student out of confusion

2007-02-06 12:44:30 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you like or get irked when your husband/boyfriend makes a surprise appearance home? Like he comes home when you're not expecting him.

2007-02-06 12:43:46 · 21 answers · asked by chnchita 4

I have been seaperated from my exhusband who had an affair for 2yrs. we have been divorced for 8months I have been dating this wonderful man over the last 15months and my ex husband and children a relentelss about it. My exhusband says inappropriate things about the man I have been dating and the kids agree with him . They make it misearble when he is here which is not often at all. Tonight my son broke 5 roses from a bouquet that my boyfriend sent me out of spite. I am at my wits end. The sitation has gotten out of control I have taking therapists advice about how to handle the situation with the kids but becaause my exhusband is having difficulty with it he is making it next to impossible for the kids to be comfortable with it. My boyfriend vary rarly comes over for dinner with the kids in the last 15 months he has been over a hand ful of times which to me that is not alot. I jsut don't know what to do. I love this man I see a future with him however it is difficutl with the kids

2007-02-06 12:26:43 · 14 answers · asked by emb 1

I have a family that would rather throw the childs toys away then have to teach them how to pick them up or take care of them. At this time the children have no toys in their rooms. All they have is a tv and a playstation. I am looking for websites with specifics on the importance of toys on child development and the negative effects of throwing the toys away. The children are 6months, 4yrs and 7 yrs. I am deeply disturbed by the fact that these children are very deprived and dont have to be.

2007-02-06 12:06:29 · 19 answers · asked by chevy_nascar_gal 1

a cousin of mine is a single parent and in college. After years of working two FT jobs to support her three kids with no support from their father, and no family help she decieded to work as an escort . While not condoning her choice of employment she has gotten off gov help, paid off her debt, gotten straight a's, bought her first home, and rasing her children in a better and safe neighborhood and provideing them all the opportunity they need in life to become good citizens. While doing this kind of work she has been the perfect mother a child can hope for and since she can set her own hours she is always there for her children. On the other hand no one knows of her secret life but I am scared it will come back to haunt her one day or bite her in the butt. Would you suggest she quit this type of employment even though it has provided her with better opportunites in life.

2007-02-06 12:01:30 · 11 answers · asked by nene 3

Kids or parents, how many spanks did/do/do you get/give to a kid? I mean i know age and all matters but still, about how many? And what did/do you get/give it with? No sexual stuff just punishment.

2007-02-06 11:38:22 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

I remember being 9/10 and bird hunting with a shotgun.
Now it seems 9/10 year old's have a hard time with simple things it almost seems they lack common sense I feel like putting a diaper on them or is it just me?

2007-02-06 11:32:19 · 6 answers · asked by The Truth 2.0 5

how do i find out whats happen in her life with out her thing im prying

2007-02-06 10:55:58 · 29 answers · asked by arc 3

growing the more i am noticing kids are being disrespectful and less willing to co-operate with others...to me it seems the punishments such as "spanking" and legit "groundings" are dissappearing. i do not have kid, but i am 20 and i notice that others kids around my age and younger are back talking parents, eye rolling, and other things of that nature...and yet parents do nothing to let them know they will not tolerate it. i have had my moments with being "bad", but i am also respectful to my parents and will not back talk them. i do not think "time outs" or "go to you rooms" work, because kids have all their stuff in their rooms. many parents don't want to see their kids cry, so they will let them get what they want, no questions asked. many kids do not take the time to understand things such as respect or hard work...does anyone else think that kids need to be put in their place?

2007-02-06 10:44:18 · 17 answers · asked by Big Willy Knight 2

I recently placed my son up for adoption in January and he was only 6 days old.He is going to a good home and family but I miss him soo much. I try to do other activities but I cant help but think that another woman will be calling my son hers and my son will be calling her mommy. I couldn't raise him because I am not ready to be a parent yet. I wanted my baby to have a better life and my family that is better off finacially. Also I wanted my baby to know what its like growing up with a father figure. His birth father didn't want to be a part of his life so that's another reason. My first question is: Did I make the right choice? Even if I couldn't afford to raise him should I just kept him so I wouldn't have to spend the rest of my life wondering about him. What they are doing at every moment

My seconds question for adoptees: Do you hate or despise your birth parents for giving you up and hate them that they gave you up?

2007-02-06 10:17:39 · 45 answers · asked by Brown Sugar 1

2007-02-06 10:16:05 · 11 answers · asked by Denise W 6

I have seen so many questions in the last few days about being 13 & pregnant or i am 17 wanting a baby..Should i? I mean what is wrong with these kids?
And why aren't the parent's stepping in and being more strict with them before things like this can happen?

2007-02-06 10:08:26 · 18 answers · asked by ஐ♥Julian'sMommy♥ஐ 7

So they can have a better future ?

2007-02-06 10:07:08 · 10 answers · asked by bob 2

me daughter natasha comed homed from skooll today n she koff n koff!!!!!! she not stop koffing!!!!!!!! i gived her 1 of me spescal pre lited malboro n she stop koffing!!!!!! she say she feel lot better when she have malboro in molth!!!!! she mites have 2 smokes in bed tonite so she wont koff n keeps me awakes!!!!! how cans i makes her feel better???????????????????????????

2007-02-06 09:38:03 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-06 09:13:39 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

My parents never would have let me and I don't think I would have felt comfotable anyway. But have times changed and am I living in the past?

2007-02-06 09:05:10 · 45 answers · asked by fred b 1

hey ppl thanks for reading this! my cousin has a bf and he tan he not black and he is biracial.! my cousin Kristin want to marry him! BUT her mom think that her kids will be tan and he mom dosnt want that! do u ppl no if there is any programs that you could put pics in and see what the kids will look like? Thanks

2007-02-06 08:37:47 · 5 answers · asked by TJMAAM 2

I'm looking for a site that provides plenty of information about Attachment Parenting. Not just the 7 B's. But much more about what Attachment Parents do and believe in.

2007-02-06 08:32:10 · 5 answers · asked by Wiccan~Momma 3

im a expected mother and i need some help with the names i like Isabella, Bella for short and Kendall. and for boys i like Jacob and Payton?? and suggestions

2007-02-06 08:10:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am only talking about making toast...beans on toast etc..and maybe helping me to cook a meal.

He is 7 years old, so obviously i am not expecting him to cook a meal by himself!!! Just wanted to know how old you think it's a good idea to start, and would it be safe for him to stir hot food in a pan?? w(ith me looking on-obviously).

2007-02-06 08:03:04 · 24 answers · asked by ? 6

2007-02-06 08:01:46 · 15 answers · asked by conservative_122 2

the other day i was at my friend's house n he was letting his 5 yr old drink n i was like, "isnt he too young to drink?" n my friend was like, "he's under my supervision so its ok."

im curious, would u give ur kid beer?

2007-02-06 07:58:54 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous

our child has food shelter toys educational devices medicine attention love ect......they came to my home and said that my child was in danger because there were 3 blankets in his crib.What gets me is half these workers don't even have children please help me im so scared and worried any advice to stop them from taking my baby will be recieved with the utmost gratitude

2007-02-06 07:37:24 · 13 answers · asked by briansteeve 1

just wanted to know if you all thought that smaller families were better than bigger...and if u have bigger families, how do you make sure that each child has time spent with the parent?
What would you term a big family...3 kids...7 kids?

Also wanted to know how single mums cope with big families??

Want to hear from people who have alot of kids who are under 5 years old..although older is good too..thanx!

2007-02-06 07:30:30 · 16 answers · asked by ? 6

If one signs it and it's the other's child, can that be fixed easily? How do I go about changing a child's last name once I find out the paternity of it? Do I have to give the biological's father's last name to collect child support?

2007-02-06 07:22:06 · 25 answers · asked by lcwhite79 2

There are many reasons in today's state of society to NOT leave your son unattended outside the washroom, and there are unavoidable moments where a public washroom must be used. However, I wonder until what age is this appropriate, and are other women and girls uncomfortable with this?

2007-02-06 07:21:42 · 19 answers · asked by niagara 1

My son is 16 and he is a great kid. He is smart, charming and kind. On the flipside he is lazy. I mean really lazy in school and at home. What can I do to help him realize he needs to put it in gear and prepare for the future. It is hard for teens see the ramifications of the their attitudes and actions. Any new approaches will be appreciated.

2007-02-06 07:19:47 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

My son is 2 (will be three in april), and i am running out of ideas for what to feed him at lunchtimes...it always seems to be sandwiches, a few pieces of fruit and a drink..then a packet of yougart covered raisins.

He doesnt seem to mind the same thing all the time, as he always eats it all, but i want to give him something else for a change!!

Any ideas??

2007-02-06 07:12:44 · 17 answers · asked by ? 6

I'm writing a feature about including grandparents/aunts/uncles in family life. I'm interested in hearing from anyone who may not have had the perfect relationship with their parents/siblings but made an effort anyway to include them in family life - with positive results. How did you overcome difficulties? What are the benefits to you/them/the kids?

2007-02-06 07:10:33 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

My son is 21 months old. I was wondering what are some signs that he is ready. Does anyone have tips to make it successful?

2007-02-06 06:40:25 · 12 answers · asked by momtotrenton 2