Toddler & Preschooler - December 2006

This may sound awkward but it has become quite an devasting situation for me. Whenever I was at a public pool or public bathroom my son and I would get stares. The first couple of times I didn't think much of it. I thought maybe people were looking at us because they didn't feel confortable seeing my son bottomless in public. I told my sister-in-law that I was getting these awkward stares and said to her that our town is full of prudes. It's a 3 year old boy for crying out loud. My sister-in-law then gave me some alarming news. She told me that it's probably not due to him being bottomless or naked but probably because of his genitalia. I said what about his genitalia. My sister-in-law who has 2 boys of her own told me that it's probably because Kyle's (my son) penis is smaller than usual. I have never had a child before nor have I seen another toddler's genitalia but still I don't get it? I do admit it doesn't really look like he has much of a penis but still he's a 3 year old boy. I don't get why that can be getting stares? It's not like he's 30 years old. Ever since my sister-in-law told me this I have been embarassed to change my son or let him run around naked anywhere, even at home. I have not consulted my husband with this situation as I'm sure it'd be uncomfortable for him. Am I just being neurotic or should I take him to the doctor and see if he actually has some sort of medical condition? Any mother's out there with advice or similar experiences please help me feel confortable with my son again.

2006-12-31 09:54:45 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-31 09:31:12 · 14 answers · asked by jim 1

We tried over the holidays (at Penney's) and it didn't turn out very well. As most kids his age, my son is on the move and very curious. Getting him to stay put (on the sheet) was near impossible. Also, he was so excited about the umbrella that shields the flash that all he wanted to do was dance in front of it and yell "La, La" (light). As a result, he was making weird faces in nearly all of them; we didn't even purchase one pose. Do you have any tips for making our second try at this better? I know he's just a normal on-the-go toddler, but somehow, other people manage to get decent pictures of their toddlers. And before anyone suggests it, yes, I do take candid pictures of him at home and we love them. However, he's only had his picture taken at a studio once in 20 mos, so it would be nice to have just a few more formal shots.

2006-12-31 08:45:19 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 11 month old is just getting over a cold (I had him to the doctor for it twice and he has finished his medicine) and still has a left over cough. He had a temperature last night and still has it today. I have been giving him motrin to keep it down. Other then the little bit of left over cough he doesn't have any other symptoms. I did see that he is cutting a tooth but my mom says that his fever is too high for just teething. I know mom knows best but is this something I need to take him to the ER for (she has a tendancy to over react and thinks he has pneumonia)? Or should I just keep with the fluids and motrin? Advise would be appreciated.

2006-12-31 07:44:54 · 10 answers · asked by Tracy G 3

My daughter quit drinking a bottle at 7 mos. We had a hard time getting her to drink since she had no desire to suck. At 15mos she still eats pureed foods, but hates anything chunky unless it's fruit, cheese or bread. Hates chicken, beef, pork and rice cereal so I am having a hard time getting her the iron recommended by her Ped. Any suggestions on foods, feeding techniques that may help.

2006-12-31 07:36:28 · 11 answers · asked by mamajulz13 1

2006-12-31 07:00:27 · 20 answers · asked by Hiwot B 1

My 3yo daughter is potty-trained but occassionally wets at night, so we are still putting her in diapers. Regular Huggies or Pampers don't hold her pee if she goes in her sleep. Overnite Huggies do seem to hold. However, I would like to try diaper pants (Pullups, etc.) since they are easier to get up and down to have her go potty right before bed, first thing in the morning, etc. Do the Nighttime Pullups hold a serious bladderful? Like at least as much as a regular diaper would hold?

2006-12-31 06:46:28 · 9 answers · asked by MerryChristmasAnswers 2

My 14 month old has been facinated with books since about 9 months old she will sit in your lap and read the same book over and over again then get up and get another one to repeat the process she does this for about 15 minutes, she doesn't grab the book while your reading, it's her favorite thing to do anytime your sitting were she can sit in your lap she'll bring you a book to read, I have 2 older kids and they never were like this sure they would bring me a book but after the first 2 pages they were up again running around playing. Question is does anyone elses toddlers around her age do this? oh and it's not something I want to change I love that she loves me to read to her just curios about other baby's doing this.

2006-12-31 06:32:50 · 12 answers · asked by Tinkerbell S 2

My son is 19 months old. He's been at daycare for 4 months. Prior to that he was in private care 3 mos. (now closed) where he was sick one time. That was his only illness since birth.

The daycare was highly recommended by a co-worker who has her son there. However, my son's been sick atleast 2 times a month (ear infections, pink eye twice, bronchitis, stomach flus, etc).

I'm a single mom with no living family or assistance of any kind. I must work fulltime to provide for us, therefore, my childcare options are limited. If I could afford a live-in nanny, I'd get one-believe me!

Anyway, I am trying to figure out why my son is so sick there. The 1 thing that keeps coming to mind is they switch him from room to room daily. If his teacher leaves for the day, he goes into another room with other kids, also if his teacher is not there in the morning, they put him in a different room with even more kids.

Is this common or even allowed? He's exposed to way too many kids.

2006-12-31 04:14:37 · 19 answers · asked by Singthing 4

happy new year

2006-12-31 04:12:45 · 16 answers · asked by KATELYN Sheehan 1

I have a two year old daughter. She co-slept with us because she has really bad seperation anxiety.
We moved her into her bed right next to ours when she was 1 1/2. She still woke up about 3 times a night though. Eventually it went down to once or twice, and sometimes we were lucky to have her sleep all night.
After a while we moved her bed int o her big sister's room. Our night time routine is to read a few books with low light, and then close the door, then I tuck each child into bed. Oldest first because she is not a problem. Never was really. Then it is off to the baby. Sometimes she neede some help, like he laying down with her, or rubbing her back. But still woke up 3 times. I found this part acceptable.
These past two weeks I don't know WHAT is going on! She is a mess!!! She cries until 10 or 11 at night! And wakes up 4 times a night!!!
Thoughts as to what this could be? How to change it? Pregnant with #3 due in summer, so we want this issue resolved asap!
Thanks!

2006-12-31 04:04:53 · 9 answers · asked by plharg 2

My son is 3 and he has a conductive hearing loss that is caused by fluid in his ears. He is scheduled to get tubed put in his ears. His speech is very delayed but the doctor says that he shouldn't need speech therapy. My question is, what are some things that I can do at home to help bring his speech up to where it should be after he has the tubes in and can hear better?

2006-12-31 04:03:24 · 10 answers · asked by mcnees79 3

He drinks milk from a sippie cup. He has vomitted three times in the last week right after drinking the milk. Its not the milk because its different milk each time. What is it. Could he be lactose intolerant.

2006-12-31 03:21:13 · 10 answers · asked by mzadicktiv 2

I have been giving her pedialite and she has no fever, but this has been going on since 1 am this morning, she cant keep nothing down.

2006-12-31 02:43:56 · 25 answers · asked by ? 4

My nephew's birthday is the 22nd of January.

2006-12-31 01:07:25 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

He is a very bright child. He enjoys cartoons and game systems such as game boy and game cube. He knows how to use the remote control without problems and the tivo. When asked to use the toilet or set him on the toilet he cry's and says "I want my biper" and try's to run to get his diapers. He try's to pick out his diapers at the store. We have tried to explain how good it would be to be a big boy like his siblings and tried to get him to pick out new underwear but he doesn't want them, he just requests "his bipers" I have tried everything that worked with his siblings and he shows no interest. He also doesn't care if his diaper is ready to explode because it is so full. I have no idea on how to get him interested. I would appreciate any and all advice.

2006-12-31 00:21:12 · 14 answers · asked by slmlpn 2

My 14 month old has become a pickey eater.....all he will eat are crackers and juice. I have called his doctor and all he said was to get creative with meals and do 1 or 2 bites of several things till he grows out of it. Yeah...that didn't work...my child is smart enough to know when Mommy and Daddy are tricking him to eat. I have tried being entertaining, tried new flavors, tried bribing, etc....

Any suggestions on how I can get my son to eat more....He is low on the weight charts so I am concerned....

2006-12-30 22:48:38 · 3 answers · asked by ShannonMargaret 2

I am worried my almost 2 year old son may not be talking as much as he should be. He says "hi" "bye" "mom" "daddy" "no" "look" "please" and a few other words both in english and spanish, he recognizes his favorite cartoon characters and always says "hi" and there name, he responds when his name is called and when he wants something he will take you by the hand and place your hand on what ever object it is he wants. He is very social and goes on and on forever but usually it is words I cannot understand. Should I be worried?

2006-12-30 19:45:02 · 9 answers · asked by hwlatmon 2

Occasionally, my son starts screaming at night, but he wont wake up. He tells me that hes haveing bad dreams, but wont tell me any details. He gets tears and cries to the point of throwing up. he wont let me do anything to help him , he just kicks me away. I try to wake him up, but its so hard. Sometimes I have to take him outside to wake him. Then he feels better and goes back to sleep. Then it starts over again. Any suggestions?

2006-12-30 19:26:11 · 15 answers · asked by beaner 2

okay. some of you may or may NOT know;i have 4 kids. my problem is , my first three are girls. but my baby is a 3 year old boy. i can potty train a girl but i can't seem to teach him how to aim. girls don't aim, they just sit. my son believes that "big boys" only P. standing up. Any advise? the bathrm. is starting to STINK!!!!!

2006-12-30 17:07:49 · 17 answers · asked by Harmony 3

She is usually a very happy child but now for the last few days if she is not sleeping or being held she is whiny and crying. I have taken to the Dr.and they say she is fine but my "motherly instinct" is saying otherwise....any suggestions....please!!!!

2006-12-30 16:07:59 · 15 answers · asked by Amanda B 2

He is running to to the bathroom every tim ethe timer goes off, I help with his pants, and he'l sit a good long time. Often I can tell he's holding it, so what can I do to let him let it out?

2006-12-30 15:46:51 · 21 answers · asked by musicmommy 2

2006-12-30 15:30:25 · 40 answers · asked by ebidmelech 3

I have a 1 year old myself. I was thinking 6 dollars an hour for the 4 year old and 8 dollars an hour for the 8 month old and give him a 2 dollar discount cause they are siblings so 12 an hour? Help i am not sure.

2006-12-30 15:06:01 · 14 answers · asked by duh-duh27 1

My son is 27 months old, and I can't seem to get him to get rid of his pacifier. He only uses it at nap time and bed time, but if he doesnt have it at those times, it is completely impossible to get him to sleep. I dont believe in letting him cry it out, so that is out of the question. Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

2006-12-30 15:03:23 · 15 answers · asked by onearkansasmommy 3

She doesn't really have small toys yet like the polly pockets but she does have lots of games and puzzels and books and right now they're just all crammed on a book shelf. I need a nicer looking, more sensical way to put her toys away

2006-12-30 14:43:19 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous

She's a preppy little girl and watches the station "Nickelodeon" ALL the time! Right now she is watcing the most stupid show on Nickelodeon, "Mr. Meaty".I'm forced to watch all these stupid shos even when she is doing something. Is there a game (that has something to do with nickelodeon) that we can play?

2006-12-30 13:56:11 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does anyone have any good advice to discipline my 1 1/2 year old daughter? We tell her no all the time and we make sure we're down at her height when we tell her but she goes back as soon as were done... So then we started telling her why she can't. I had some advice given that she should get a time out and she should stay with her until she understands she has to stay in that spot but all we get it kicking, hitting, and screaming. Sometimes when we let her go to play again she just throws herself on the ground and hits her head on the ground. I just need some other advice that maybe someone can give to see if that will help in our situation better.

2006-12-30 13:34:40 · 24 answers · asked by Alysia 1

My aunt is really worried about her one year old daughter. She knows how to walk but lately she's been crawling a lot, and rarely walks now, and she use to LOVE walking. Is there anything wrong or is there anything she can do to get her daughter back walking???

2006-12-30 13:32:03 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-12-30 13:29:35 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous