Toddler & Preschooler - October 2006

My 16 month old has this small white sac looking thing hanging off of his gums. It looked like a tooth that just broke through the skin. I thought it was a tooth when I saw it a week and a half ago since it is right where his molars are and he is due for them. Then when I was checking for more teeth last night, i noticed that when he touched it with his tongue, it moved. I will be calling his doctor tomorrow when they open. But until then, has anyone else experienced something like this????

2006-10-12 14:14:14 · 6 answers · asked by Momin2005 1

Does anybody know the best way to wean a toddler off the pacifer?She is very attached to it........Please give good answer!!!

2006-10-12 14:13:43 · 16 answers · asked by only me 3

is it normal for a toddler to have a large bowel movement every 3-5 days? is it ok to give miralax daily and milk of magnesium occasionally?

2006-10-12 13:27:54 · 6 answers · asked by concerned_parent 1

What do you think about hiring a male nanny or babysitter. What do you think about this situation: My neighbor has an 18 month old son and the other day I was talking to her about what she does for time away from her child. She said that she has a friend who has a 14 year old son and that he "loves" her little boy. She went on to tell me that the 14 year old always calls and asks her to take the boy for a while to the park or something. She doesn't pay him!! When she told me that it just made me cringe because why would a 14 year old boy want to spend all his time with an 18 month old baby for free. Now I know this is none of my business but I just want to know what other parents think about this or a situation similar to this. Would you hire a male nanny/babysitter?

2006-10-12 12:52:25 · 17 answers · asked by I smile because of them ♥ 5

I have a four year old boy. He is the youngest of three boys. He has an AMAZING imagination. I can't get over the stories he comes up with here, and at preschool, however, he also will lie when he does something wrong. (like when he cut his hair last weekend) He knows what lying is and that it is bad, but how do I teach him the difference between lying about something he has done, and telling stories. I really want him to continue with the stories.

2006-10-12 12:29:09 · 10 answers · asked by Helen T 3

i need ideas for my daughters second birthday. Ideas for games, gifts to take home etc, maybe a theme but not sure

2006-10-12 12:17:32 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is anybody else going through this or have you before? I guess I'm looking for moral support more than advice. He KNOWS how to use the toilet if he wants. I honestly don't even care if he continues using a diaper. The problem is he WON'T keep on a diaper or pants. The instant I put any clothing or diaper on, he removes it. My spouse & I put him on the toilet or ask him about every 30 minutes, yet TWICE this afternoon I've had to clean feces up from floor. No, it wasn't diarrhea. He knew he was pooping on the floor.
I've heard boys are harder than girls but 3 1/2 seems pretty old to me. Has it taken anybody longer? Anybody out there w/ 4 year olds who refuse to use the toilet? Any advice? It's so frustrating! Some days he stays dry all night & only has one wet accident all day. Other days he refuses to use the potty at all. We've done rewards charts, stickers, praise, ignoring, let him wear wet pants.
We just don't know what to do. UHHGGG!
Please tell me he'll one day be trained!

2006-10-12 12:05:37 · 15 answers · asked by PT C 2

2006-10-12 12:01:49 · 5 answers · asked by tagi_65 5

I prefer serious answers please. This is a serious issue for me.

2006-10-12 11:39:31 · 22 answers · asked by sweet 2

The family doesn't have alot of money, so I don't want to ask for too much... but what would you guys charge per hour, or how would you charge?

2006-10-12 11:08:24 · 13 answers · asked by ? 3

I have a daycare, and every toy another kid picks up he wants that toy

2006-10-12 10:57:18 · 9 answers · asked by sweet 2

Our 2 year old always wants mom to hold her, read to her, put her to bed, etc. If I try to do it, she says "No, I don't want you!" and physically struggles against me. I'm not jealous of their attachment, I'd just like to participate more often, and mom would like a break!

Please don't just say, "spend more time with her"; if it were that easy we would have solved the problem already.

2006-10-12 09:25:38 · 16 answers · asked by rainfingers 4

Did anyone get depressed while they were pregnant, if so when did it start during your pregnancy and how did you know it was depression. How do you rule out just being over-whelmed or just aggitated?

2006-10-12 09:05:44 · 4 answers · asked by StilettosGolour 2

He loves Nemo and Woody from Toy Story and Builder Bob....but I can't figure out a good costume that doesn't even SOMETHING being on his head or face. Please help!

2006-10-12 08:55:56 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 4 year old daughter has angelman syndrome, and numerous other health issues. SHe is in a regular 5 point harness carseat. She is 34lbs. When she hits 40 she is too big for her seat, and we need to find another one that can support bigger children. She is not mentally or physically able to be in a regular booster seat with a shoulder strap. Does anyone know where i can find a seat like that?

2006-10-12 08:52:46 · 4 answers · asked by k_walker333 2

my son small christian school needs ideas for fund raising. grades go from Pre-K to 10th. They have 40 students total.
Please help, all and any ideas appreciated

2006-10-12 08:49:03 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-12 08:36:18 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

My son is 16 months old. He knows EVERYTHING I swear, no matter what you tell him he understands however he barely says anything. At this point he says "all done" mama dada nana, bill, moooo (for a cow) and thats about all. He just points and grunts all the time. Is this ok?

2006-10-12 08:31:41 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

for example does it have a car seat and where is the best place to buy this pram. My mum likes it as she is a teacher and believe strollers which are front facing affect the child speech development, the good thing about bugaboos is they face the mummy or daddy or granny. Anyone know of another stroller or travel system which offers the same, price is not an issue I want a child with good speech developement as I will be using it loads.

2006-10-12 08:28:56 · 6 answers · asked by oceanwaves 2

I have bipolar disorder and OCD and Anxiety an di have a little boy... my problem is that I have not quiet accepted my fate as an abnormal mother. I have herad all the stuff about leaving your child in their crib or room when you feel like you are going to loose it so they will be safe I am just having a hard time with it because he gets so upset. I just want to know what you do to contorl your depression and irritation and everything that comes with it and what you do to that helps you and your kids...

2006-10-12 08:17:41 · 12 answers · asked by anonymous 1

2006-10-12 08:15:54 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-12 08:05:11 · 46 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 4 year old daughter and a 1 1/2 year old son. This is the first Christmas EVER that I am stumped on what to start shopping for. They have so much stuff! Of course, I would like to get them toys because 1) That's what Christmas is for, for kids... and 2) because they're learning and interests are expanding. My daughter was into Barbies, doll houses, pretend play, dress-up... I just don't know if they get boring to her...
My son, I just don't know.
Please, interesting answers... I'm the type of person to buy for learning, the sake of enjoyment and what you get get for the money. I don't buy just because they need gifts.

2006-10-12 07:13:53 · 14 answers · asked by sweettooth 1

ANYBODY KNO WHERE I CAN GET INFORMATION ON THIS... MY DAUGHTER IS CONSTANTLY GETTING EAR INFECTIONS AND THE DOCTOR SUGGESTED THIS AS AN OPTION.

2006-10-12 07:12:02 · 11 answers · asked by ? 1

2006-10-12 07:00:51 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-12 06:58:36 · 51 answers · asked by pooja2106bansal 1

How do I know if he needs stitches?

2006-10-12 06:57:41 · 14 answers · asked by Brina 4

2006-10-12 06:52:26 · 8 answers · asked by Robert A 1

2006-10-12 06:48:08 · 12 answers · asked by missytimsturgis4 1

hi all
i want to make more time for me
does anyone know any good books or films?
i read books from arthurs jane green,chris manby ect
ive seem most new films but wont to find something like pride and prejudice

2006-10-12 06:32:57 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous