Parenting - March 2007

i dont neccessarily agree that being married makes you a good parent... what are your views?

2007-03-17 16:22:50 · 38 answers · asked by purplegal 3

Don't ask.

2007-03-17 16:14:08 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to be a model. I just don't know how to go about it. Do you guys know of any sites or leads?

2007-03-17 16:04:57 · 4 answers · asked by Future_Female_Civil_Engineer 2

Today for instance, I have asked my 8 y.o. daughter to do various tasks and not a one has been completed without her being told at least 4 times. I should mention that she is my step-child that stays with us 3 1/2 days a week. I know it's hard on her to live in 2 households, ours being the more stable/structured of the 2. I am the only one (out of 4 adults in her life) who is willing to accept the fact that she may be ADD/ADHD. Recently I started her with an after school tutor who comes to her school. The tutor has come to the same conclusions (she doesn't listen, doesn't follow instructions, fails to follow through with projects) that her mind is somewhere else not like a typical 8 y.o.! I don't want to be so harsh on her at such a young age, but, I also know that if I don't step in now, it may be useless to enforce later. Needless to say I don't want her to become a pregnant teen simply because she wouldn't listen, extreme example I know, but it happens everyday.
Any help?

2007-03-17 15:50:38 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

And what about sexual satisfaction specifically?

2007-03-17 15:50:09 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 3 year old that refuses to brush, I have to hold her head under my arm and hold her hands down so I can brush them. Sometimes it takes both my wife and I to get them brushed. My son was never like this and it's terribly frustrating. We've tried new toothbrushes and her own special toothpaste, but the kid won't brush. Any ideas?

2007-03-17 15:40:19 · 4 answers · asked by adam d 2

There are a number of people who should be licensed before they are deemed capable of caring for any child, and even then some shouldn't be allowed to do so. Do you think something like this would decrease the number of negligent parents in society or would it even make any difference?

2007-03-17 15:35:54 · 7 answers · asked by Cinnamon 6

They are 12 yr old girl & 8 1/2 yr old boy and they scream and fight 80% of the time. I've run out of fun things to take away for punishment. Time out is a joke! Has spanking made a comback yet?

2007-03-17 14:39:17 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

How old should your kids be when they are able to watch nude/sex scenes in movies. I am talking about scenes in like the Titanic, Thirteen ghosts, Open Water, Jaws, and Phthon for example. I am talking about those kind of scenes in any movie.

2007-03-17 14:35:24 · 10 answers · asked by wisconsin 1

Why can't parents who think that their jobs, social lives, etc. are more important than their children be pro-active enough to either use protection or just keep their legs shut so that they don't give birth to a child that they see as little more than an inconvenience?

2007-03-17 14:35:22 · 26 answers · asked by D.L. Miller 3

My bf and I are going to have a baby in October. Right now we're in college together. I'm graduating in May and planning to move back home to have the baby. It's 1000 miles away from here and my bf has to stay to finish his degree. I don't know if its best for the baby if i stay here with him or if go home. I have a loving family with 8,11,and 14 year old brothers and sisters, 2 great parents and plenty of space and resources. Should I stay here and struggle through a failing relationship with the father or go home where there is stability?

2007-03-17 14:17:40 · 22 answers · asked by Freaked out 3

2007-03-17 14:15:06 · 9 answers · asked by robert r 1

well I have asked this question before but I decidied not to let her go 2 days a week last time and not be on pre team but they have asked me again about in and I want to know what other people think by the way my little girl is for years old !!! thanks for the advice and input

2007-03-17 13:59:28 · 23 answers · asked by Melissa H 3

2007-03-17 13:31:29 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can anyone provide a link to a great diet for a nursing mom who wants to lose the baby weight? Thanks!

2007-03-17 13:00:51 · 3 answers · asked by ♥Lucky♥ 6

2007-03-17 12:37:38 · 42 answers · asked by timbo 230 2

2007-03-17 11:49:23 · 10 answers · asked by LOVE 1

do u go to school?

2007-03-17 11:29:06 · 9 answers · asked by dim c 1

Im 13 weeks pregnant and i have one child already. My childs father was arrested today for domestic abuse against me Now my landlord is kicking us out on monday. Im only 23 i have no job and no family.... Does anyone know who i can contact to get some help? Im so scared.

2007-03-17 11:19:55 · 4 answers · asked by Mommy 1

My daughter was born recent in new york, i was told, when signing up the birth certificate, that i should give the child my surname name because the father wasnt present (i am not married). I did this. The father isnt an american and doesnot reside in america. I now want to change my child's surname to her father's surname on the birth certificate....... his information will not be included on the birth certificate.......i am just using his surname. Will i need an acknowledgement of consent form from him? or can i just go ahead and make the change on my own? thanks for the replies.....Jada

2007-03-17 10:23:28 · 7 answers · asked by Jada Kay 1

You know how some people have them out and some people have them in...Why?

2007-03-17 09:16:48 · 6 answers · asked by Silvia 2

she refuses to measure herself or go to the stores, but im concerned about her because i can see her developing. her nipples have protruded and i can see about 1/3 inch breast. will she be needing a AAA or AA? and where will i find such small sizes other than on the internet?

2007-03-17 09:08:49 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

She wants to car date- She wants her Belly Button Peirced.
She wants her Boyfriend to Spend the Night - How Easy should I be to get along with - As far as Letting her do these things?

2007-03-17 08:45:53 · 14 answers · asked by lee 3

If I wanted to have surgery done to improve my self esteem & confidence but I have children is this being selfish?I don't mean putting it before making sure they have food,clothes,toys,etc.....I just mean I think I would feel guilty for doing something for myself that costs alot of $ before spending the same $ on my kids instead.Do I make any sense?LOL :)

2007-03-17 08:41:23 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

my mom is mad at me, and its my brithday. i dont know what to do. she yelled because i didn't take her advice. I just got a new computer and she wanted me to press a certain softwear button and i yelled at her because i was afraid she pressed the wrong one. so she freaked out and left. i tried apalogizing to her but she didnt accept it and she went upstairs and went to sleep. my friends are coming over in an hour and i don't know what i should do, please help me!.

2007-03-17 08:38:23 · 18 answers · asked by aminallover29 2

This is for women who are breastfeeding, will be breastfeeding soon, have breastfed in the past, and/or are extended breastfeeding advocates or at least open minded about it

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2007-03-17 08:19:44 · 8 answers · asked by Bomb_chele 5

We both have teenagers from previous marriages. We would love to have a baby of our own. We would be very loving parents. We know all the reasons we shouldn't but would love some reasons why we should. Any ideas? Thanks!

2007-03-17 08:11:04 · 32 answers · asked by Angel333... 2

I love my children and am a devoted parent. But knowing what I now know, if I were looking forward at the possibility of having two abstract children (not the ones I already have and love), I would take a pass. Parenting can be so miserable--especially when you're trying to do the very best for those children you love so much.

2007-03-17 08:06:03 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you ever feel like you can't do it and you will end failing horribly as you have done in the past befor you got pregnant. Do you ever feel so depressed that you just want to lay down and feel so gulity that you are not giving your child your all. IS it okay to feel sorry for yourself now and then, when you have NOONE that you can turn to for words of encouragment and get so sad when you realize that is just you and your baby and noone cares to take the time to check in on you all or offer to help. I really dont have anyone, after the baby my friends disappeared. Is it normal to feel like this sometimes


I just get like this time to time so please dont bash me as people on here like to do, I really dont need that righ now. My child is the best thing that has ever happen to me. I just want tips on how to get through it when it happens

2007-03-17 08:02:07 · 17 answers · asked by Kelly K 2

My coworker told me that she put a lock on her 4 year old son's bedroom door to teach him to stay in there at night. I personally think that is crazy. What's your opinion?

2007-03-17 07:47:56 · 36 answers · asked by hevs55 2