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office and her husband was good as president and i feel she will as well.

2007-12-05 13:26:34 · 10 answers · asked by oneandonlyness 4

My son (almost 4) can't keep his hands off him. I've only been back from the hospital for a few days and was wondering what your kids have done- it would make me feel better. Thanks.

2007-12-05 13:21:11 · 12 answers · asked by xtra9009 2

Dora talking cash register vs. Little Tykes cash register

which is better? I can only find the litte tykes one

2007-12-05 12:26:59 · 23 answers · asked by honeybear 5

She is going to get married to a guy in the military and he wants to adopt her daughter. How long would it take and would the court make it difficult for him to adopt her because they would have to find the "biological father"? The "biological father" isn't in the little girl's life. He went to legal and they said that they have to find her father so he can say that he will give up his rights. To me I don't think he has any rights because he isn't in her life and isn't on the birth certificate as her father. They are both concerned and stressed about it. I just wanted to see if anyone has went through this and could be of help.

2007-12-05 10:58:21 · 5 answers · asked by L L 1

hi well My hubby's neice just turned 11 and I don't know what to get for her. I want to get her something nice but don't know what size clothes or shoes she wears so they are out Any suggestions are welcomed thankyou

2007-12-05 09:03:38 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I see so many questions on here asking about how to deal with "backchatting" and so on and all sorts of complicated answers being given.I've noticed the same with many modern day parents "negotiating" with their children over the most trivial of issues.
In my day children did as they were told or else and they were better for it - they may not have liked it all of the time but they had security and then could do as they pleased (within reason!) once *adult*.
So why do so many modern day parents think that they have to treat their children as "equals" rather than giving them (the children) the assurance that someone (the parent) is in control whilst they (the children)develop their own self-confidence in their *own* time and at their own pace within *boundaries*?
I'm getting pretty sick and tired of the manipulative ways my eldest grandson is showing and if it wasn't for the fact that when he is here he jolly well knows that "No" means "NO" and no questions asked I'd fear for him

2007-12-05 08:50:46 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

or what other things have you heard kids say? thanks for all your answers.

2007-12-05 08:35:04 · 24 answers · asked by strange-artist 7

2007-12-05 08:08:11 · 20 answers · asked by blank 4

I am due on Dec. 25 and it is looking like I will deliver before then. So, here's the issue. Usually for Christmas, we visit my parents who are divorced at their home. My father and step-mother both smoke, inside, but they go outside when people are there. This Christmas is a little different. My step-mother is in the final stages of a battle with cancer and this will be her last Christmas. Since she is so sick, she doesn't go outside to smoke anymore, and it is her house. So, what to do? Take my son, and 2 year old daughter to their house, and expose them to second hand smoke or not go at all. I know they won't smoke while we are there, but before we get there, I am sure they will. And the house will be smoky. My step-mother can't leave the house, so having them here isn't an option.
I am just looking for what other mothers would do in this situation. I know medically, they shouldn't go. BUT she isn't very close to passing away and I want my step-mother to have a nice Christmas!

2007-12-05 07:21:38 · 9 answers · asked by Amber S 4

My daughter (11 months) hasnt been able to eat or drink all day without throwing up immediately after. Would it be better to give her sips of water, Sprite or Ginger Ale? She is runnin a low fever (99.3). Thanks to answers.

2007-12-05 06:57:28 · 17 answers · asked by Janessa 4

I have tried many things. Nothing really works.. .

2007-12-05 06:57:26 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-05 06:49:55 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

... just because he seems to be able to cope with schoolwork in the week yet his brother (eight) still has to go to bed at the same time as the little one (three).
What is that doing for Family harmony?

2007-12-05 06:43:30 · 47 answers · asked by Anonymous

... does anyone want to hear them before I am called away again ... and are willing to give me *genuine* help with my problems?
Best wishes,
Joan.

2007-12-05 06:13:35 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

My father in law has Lou Gehrigs and he was diagnosed 6 months ago...he just turned 47 and according to his doctor he has a severe case since the disease started in his throat. We talk with his at least 2-3 times a week since one of the first things to go is normally the voice (this is difficult to communicate just because we are in Germany, they are in Alabama). My 5 year old daughter has started having nightmares because my mother in law keeps saying grandpa is dying which upsets me. I believe there are ways to express death without saying it directly. I am at a crossroad just because my husband and I want her to be able to understand and prepare herself when she does see her grandfather this summer. (Husband is getting deployed so we have to postpone trip until the summer) As a parent, what suggestions do you have in helping me explain to my 5 year old.

Thanks everyone in advanced. May this holiday season be filled with smiles and wonderful memories. Happy Holidays

2007-12-05 06:11:58 · 10 answers · asked by Military Mama due 03/09 4

I have a French first name (Annette), and my mother was very into beauty and the arts. Some people give their children regal names such as Katherine and Elizabeth.

2007-12-05 05:53:34 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have been divorced for 3 years, since that time he has had no contact with my kids. (they are 4 and 6) In our custody hearing he told the judge he didn't want to have any visitation, he just wanted to see them somtimes... (yeah i know right?) anyways.. so today I get a random email from him wanting to know what to send the kids for Christmas...he recently came into a lot of money just in time for christmas... guess he's feeling generous or something. he hasn't ever sent them anything for bdays or Christmas ... why start now? Plus how am I supposed to tell the kids that their dad is sending them gifts, but can't pick up the phone to say hello. I thought about just accepting the gifts and putting from Santa... I haven't responded yet.. what do you think?

2007-12-05 05:38:55 · 14 answers · asked by Sugar 5

I know that there are a lot of recalls out right now for name brand toys that contain lead. But what about toys that are not "name brand" toys. I have a large family with lots of kids to buy for including my own two kids. Some of the toys that my kids get are the cheap, dollar store kind that are all mostly made in china. Should these toys be avoided all together?

2007-12-05 03:00:48 · 4 answers · asked by skylo0406 4

What should I do? I'm exhausted most of the time, no helper, can't afford any, please give suggestions on how to manage my time better - not putting pressure on the bump of course...PLEASE HELP....

2007-12-05 01:29:16 · 15 answers · asked by robbiereigns 1

This might sound like paranoia to some ppl but a lot of mums will recognise what im saying. I go into town a lot in the day as I have shopping to get but also to keep my daughter amused. I've noticed in most stores I get followed by staff, I even caught one guy bending down trying to see what was under the pram & another time a snotty looking woman suddenly appeared with her arms crossed, stern look on her face directed at me, it upset me so muc I left the shop. The security always seem to be swaning around me, my friends noticed it too. Maybe its because we both look young. Whenever I go on my own (which is rare) they pay me no notice. The funny thing is, why they're watching me who has no intention of stealing, someone else could easily pinch things.
Do you notice this too?

2007-12-05 01:10:30 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

they're self-sufficient and able to care of themselves and any children they bring along?

I am sick of seeing women on welfare having more kids! I am a hard-working mother of ONE child, because that's all that I can afford at this time in my life. I do not get government handouts and I support myself and my child because I am capable of doing so.

I do not think it's right that some women think that they have the right to have children and be a stay-at-home mom while us tax payers (who can't afford to be stay-at-home moms!) have to support them!

2007-12-04 18:43:05 · 24 answers · asked by Libra lass 2

Hello my name is Kim I have 3 girls one who is 14, 11 and 8 my 8 year old is the first in are family to have an outie belly button. The other day I walk in to are kids tv room where my 14 year old was tickling her little sister on her belly while are 11 year old watched. I said stop tickling your sister she said "mom what's with jenny's really freaky belly button you should do something do you want her to by an outcast." What should I do is she right will my daughter be an outcast?
Also I could not find any answer to this question?
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2007-12-04 17:28:41 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Even when you did the math, did you still get it wrong?

2007-12-04 16:36:45 · 16 answers · asked by SoAZ Gal 6

I'm not a parent, but I'm interested in hearing about some methods that some of you who do have kids have used in such situations.

When my sister and I were kids, if we wouldn't get up and going when we were supposed to, Mom would pull the covers back, sit next to us on the bed and tickle us relentlessly until we agreed to get up.

2007-12-04 15:25:15 · 21 answers · asked by I'm Still Here 5

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Would you let your little girl play with them?

Why/Why not?

2007-12-04 15:24:14 · 8 answers · asked by J. 4

She drinks a couple times a week. not much maybe a couple glasses of sangria or wine. our 5 week old starts crying and she cannot breast feed. We have to give her formula or frozen milk. I've also noticed she has a harder time dealing with the baby when she cries when she drinks. It upsets me and I feel she should not drink at all. Am I wrong? I know im probably being a hard a$$ but I just want my daughter taken care of properly at all times.
Anyway, I sometimes think we should go our seperate ways, but I don't want my daughter to grow up without me in her life at all times.
What do I do?

2007-12-04 15:11:24 · 12 answers · asked by Charles 2

ok. Im 17 right now, turn 18 in July. I need a job, i had a job in my cousin restaurant as a cashier but stopped working when i was 16 because of school. Is there any job for me that I can get $9 or $10 an hour, if i start?

2007-12-04 14:22:03 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm not the one doing, one of my neighbors are. So she'll leave her 3 yearolds at home for atleast 10-15 minutes ALONE! Here's why. so she has a nother kid that she has to pick up from school, so she goes and gets her and leaves her 3 year olds home to nap. I don't know why she doesn't take her kids with her though. But i was wondering if i should report her.

2007-12-04 12:25:56 · 27 answers · asked by Bleh 3

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