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Re: should i let this friendship slide?
My God, how incredibly painful it must be for her to have thought that she and two of her BFFs would be going through motherhood...
My God, how incredibly painful it must be for her to have thought that she and two of her BFFs would be going through motherhood together, only to find herself in mourning instead.
Reach out - let her know you are there. Ask her to a movie or date night without kids and make a real effort not to talk her kids. If she declines, or even if she accepts, be open and honest and say "I know it must be really hard because of what happened to [child's name] to be around kids or even me. I still want to be a part of life. Just know that I'll be around when you're ready." And then just touch-base every now and again.
But you guys have been friends for so long, and it seems to me that the true mark of friendship is in sticking together through these incredible times of trial. I would not simply 'let is slide' although I know that is easy to do especially when you have young kids.
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My 4 year old wont sleep!!!
Have you considered melatonin? You can get it at many health food stores and it can really help people sleep, and has (from what I...
Have you considered melatonin? You can get it at many health food stores and it can really help people sleep, and has (from what I understand) few side effects.
Obviously am not a doctor, and have no experience with it myself, but a friend who had a similar problem with her 5-year old had great success with it. I'd look into it (with all the usual caveats about checking with a doctor.)
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Re: Arms tattooed. Need cover up that truly works.
Dermablend does work well - I have used it to cover my own tattooes. It also dries so that it will not come off on...
Dermablend does work well - I have used it to cover my own tattooes. It also dries so that it will not come off on your clothes, or on other people's if they brush past you. The trick is finding the right shade that matches your skin. I found when I bought it they let me try a few shades at Shopper's, but that was years ago. Your make-up artist, if you have one, may be able to help too.
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Starting school at 3 years
Ds started preschool - just 3 days a week for 1/2 days at that age. In retrospect he was not emotionally ready whatsoever. He is,...
Ds started preschool - just 3 days a week for 1/2 days at that age. In retrospect he was not emotionally ready whatsoever. He is, in my opinion, a very intelligent child - he is extremely verbal and very math and science-minded, but he was just not ready to be in an environment like that with so many children and such a low child-teacher ratio.
I'm not really sure what school at age 3 involves, but I'd say there's a world of difference between almost 3 and almost 4, and for me I'd rather wait and give the child the extra year in a less formal environment.
I will also add that my DS and DD are together at daycare and that's been wonderful for them. They squabble, like any siblings, but they are supercute together and absolutely adore each other. I think it's because they spend almost all their time together. Nothing warms a mother's heart like seeing your child wrap her arms around her brother and say "MINE!"
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flue/stomach bug/fever question
It's pretty common for kids to get worse in the evenings. My daughter especially is prone to "evening fever" syndrome. Also if he was feverish...
It's pretty common for kids to get worse in the evenings. My daughter especially is prone to "evening fever" syndrome. Also if he was feverish when he awoke then the Tylenol likely brought the fever down and made him feel much better. Now that it's worn off, the fever is back up.
If he's got fever for more than a couple of days I would take him in. I think most docs say they like to see a child if they have fever for more than 3-4 days. But I wouldn't worry too much... it all sounds pretty normal.
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Re: buying a house- things you wished you'd considered
Just want to say that water pressure can be adjusted. If you have city water, pressure comes in very high off the street, and most...
Just want to say that water pressure can be adjusted. If you have city water, pressure comes in very high off the street, and most homes have a pressure valve which lessens this pressure. If your water pressure is too low, it's just a matter of adjusting the valve. Our home didn't have such a valve when we bought it but we had one installed as our pressure was super-high, which can be hard wear and tear on the pipes. Our home inspector pointed this out, as did our plumber. I don't remember how much it cost, but it wasn't much. Someone with plumbing knowledge may be able to explain it better, but just thought I'd point it out, because I wouldn't base a house purchase on it.
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Enforced milk drinking at preschool - update
Frankly, I'd call them and explain that your child is not obliged to drink milk and ask them to stop forcing her. If they continued...
Frankly, I'd call them and explain that your child is not obliged to drink milk and ask them to stop forcing her. If they continued to push it on her, I'd ask my doctor for a note excusing her from it.
I get the value of encouraging kids to "try" but I don't think it's at all fair to ask a child to "try" something over and over again which the chlid has clearly has established she doesn't like.
I find it bizarre that ECEs are forced to serve kids milk - by whom? Maybe the ECEs at the daycare run by the Dairy Council, but I can't imagine this is universal. I know at DS's preschool he is offered only water. In fact their approach to food is all about self-sufficiency. Kids are asked to get their own snacks when they are hungry and clean-up after themselves. They are not forced to eat at some scheduled time. Granted he is not there over lunch, which I'm sure would be a bit different.
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Dress Code at school
It would bother me too - my thinking is either have a uniform, or let people where what they want. And also, who is it...
It would bother me too - my thinking is either have a uniform, or let people where what they want.
And also, who is it distracting to? Boys? That reasoning is extremely puritanical and feeds into myths that boys are unable to control themselves around girls and that girls are somehow responsible for that.
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"You don't have a Daddy"
I'd explain that the child has a Daddy, but that he died. My father died several years ago, and I've been talking about it in...
I'd explain that the child has a Daddy, but that he died. My father died several years ago, and I've been talking about it in a very matter of fact way with my son since he was old enough to understand. You could say something like "your friend has a Dad who loves him very much, but he died and he can't see him anymore."
I don't think there's any reason to tiptoe around it or say he doesn't have a dad - he does. I'm sure his mother talks to him about his father.
Then just explain that it's not true to say that he has no Dad.
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Whooping cough (pertussis)
No experience, but my doctor told me there is an outbreak of pertussis right now where we are (Vancouver). But if she's on the regular...
No experience, but my doctor told me there is an outbreak of pertussis right now where we are (Vancouver). But if she's on the regular vaccination schedule she's probably vaccinated against it, no? (Not trying to start a debate if there's some back story I don't know here...) Assuming that's the case, I think bionic is right, and it's more likely croup. Unpleasant but nowhere near as serious as pertussis. If she gets barking again, get her in a steamy shower room. And I have no idea if it's scientific, but Vick's does seem to help my kids when they have coughs (which is often!)
ETA: But if she's really struggling for breath, like her chest is wheezing and her breathing is accelerated, I wouldn't hesistate to take her in.
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When transitioning from crib to bed....
Personally I don't let my kids get out of bed, even when transitioning from crib to bed. Yes they giggle, laugh, roll around, etc., but...
Personally I don't let my kids get out of bed, even when transitioning from crib to bed. Yes they giggle, laugh, roll around, etc., but they have to stay in bed.
Personally the idea of my kid running buck wild in their room does not appeal at all, but I don't think I'd be going in and singing and tucking several times either - that might just encourage him to get out again.
Our technique when they each transitioned was to wordlessly guide them back to bed as soon as they got out. They were a little younger than your son, but I still think it would work. Especially because he's older you can explain to him that's what your going to do.
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NBR - Swimming with Stitches?
Hm - a liquid bandaid is a good idea. I certainly wouldn't swim with it the way it looks right now, so I'll see how...
Hm - a liquid bandaid is a good idea. I certainly wouldn't swim with it the way it looks right now, so I'll see how I feel in another 3-4 days.
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Re: Is your home always 'company ready?'
Not always no. But it rarely be like be so bad that I'd be embarrassed about it. Because we have kids, it generally looks lived...
Not always no. But it rarely be like be so bad that I'd be embarrassed about it. Because we have kids, it generally looks lived in but not horrifyingly cluttered or anything.
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Re: Are your neighbours "friendly"?
Our next door neighbour introduced themselves after we moved in. And being out in the garden over the summer, we met most of them. There...
Our next door neighbour introduced themselves after we moved in. And being out in the garden over the summer, we met most of them. There are a few reclusive families though who we don't see much of. I'd say we definitely know anyone with dogs and/or kids, as they all walk past our place on the way to the park.
You'll definitely meet most of them Hallowe'en, except for the true grumps who turn their porch lights out... but who wants to meet most of them.
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Re: Reruns!!!
Never do I deliberately watch a rerun that I've seen... who has time? Maybe if I was on a plane or in a hotel room....
Never do I deliberately watch a rerun that I've seen... who has time? Maybe if I was on a plane or in a hotel room. Although I'd probably watch Downton Abbey again without too much of a fight.
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Re: Tax SNAFU! AHHHH!
I've been reassessed a couple of times due to honest mistakes and have never had any fines imposed. They just charge you interest, which wouldn't...
I've been reassessed a couple of times due to honest mistakes and have never had any fines imposed. They just charge you interest, which wouldn't be an issue given the deadline hasn't passed yet. I'm just guessing, but I think the fine would only arise if they thought it was a truly egregious or deliberate error.
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NBR - Swimming with Stitches?
I had several stitches put in my hand a few days ago. The ER doc said I could get them out after 7 to 10...
I had several stitches put in my hand a few days ago. The ER doc said I could get them out after 7 to 10 days. The first doctor's appt. that fit with my schedule is 9 days after they went in... I have swimming with DD first thing that morning and I will still have the stitches. Is there any reason I can't swim? Presumably the wound would be pretty much healed, and I wouldn't have thought twice if I could have gotten an earlier appt. But maybe there is something about the stitch's actual presence that means you can't swim? The ER doc said to keep it dry for 48 hours, which I have done, but I don't remember if after that if baths etc. were okay.
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Re: Job search after 10+ years
I recommend "What Next" by Barbara Moses. ...
I recommend "What Next" by Barbara Moses.
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Re: Advice needed: Buying a sewing machine
For machine, go somewhere you can try it out, thread it, play with it a bit. Also, if you want to sew for your kids,...
For machine, go somewhere you can try it out, thread it, play with it a bit.
Also, if you want to sew for your kids, I HIGHLY recommend Oliver+S patterns/videos/books and so on. Start with some of her easy patterns and work your way up. I hadn't really sewed since Grade 10 home ec, but I have basically retaught myself in the past 18 months using her patterns, and now I am making my kids all kinds of clothes, quilts, toys, and even making stuff for myself. They also have a very helpful forum over on her website for any questions. She has a "learn to sew" PDF with some recommended beginner patterns here:
http://oliverands.com/blog/2010/09/learn-to-sew-with-oliver-s-version-2.htmlI also have a blog about my sewing and if you ever feel like dropping by for a visit, please do!
www.lookingatstars.com/blog/ If you have a local store that does classes, I highly recommend that too. Not sure what there is in Ottawa, but if you're in Vancouver, PM me! I'm even teaching a class myself but I won't mention it on here in case it violates any vendor rules.
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Bike trailer for a toddler
My DS is older than yours, and I don't think he's ready for a ride-along thing when we're really motoring - biking to the pool/park/farmer's...
My DS is older than yours, and I don't think he's ready for a ride-along thing when we're really motoring - biking to the pool/park/farmer's market etc. We put both kids in a trailer last summer, and will again this summer. Maybe next year we'll switch to the ride along.
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Re: Bunnies
You have bunnies? I want bunnies! My garden is so gross right now a little bunny poop would be okay. ...
You have bunnies? I want bunnies! My garden is so gross right now a little bunny poop would be okay.
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FYI: CanFam advertising specific threads XPOST
This doesn't bother me at all. It's no different from Google, or Pinterest or any other sites that link to others. And their page isn't...
This doesn't bother me at all. It's no different from Google, or Pinterest or any other sites that link to others. And their page isn't exactly a hotbed of activity - looks like about 26 people like it, and I'd bet most of them are from this forum.
ETA: Realise it's CanFam that's linking not Saint Joseph Media - but I still think the site doesn't look super active. And who is their media strategiest? Kind of insane to try and steer people away from a captive audience like Facebook to the ancient PhPBB technology, but whatevs.
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Ear Infection Question from Ear Infection Noob
Thanks for these tips. I didn't take him in as I'm 99% sure my doctor would make us wait it out a few days, as...
Thanks for these tips.
I didn't take him in as I'm 99% sure my doctor would make us wait it out a few days, as antibiotic resistance is one of her big causes. In all my years of seeing her, she has only prescribed abx to any of us once.
It does seem to have cleared up, but I am going to try the hairdryer and olive oil tricks, and if it comes back I'll get him in right away. Thanks ladies!
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Re: Regarding preg/baby items in Misc.
To me JAG's post was not a pregnancy or birth announcement. It was a question about a well-known poster. There is no other place to...
To me JAG's post was not a pregnancy or birth announcement. It was a question about a well-known poster. There is no other place to post such questions since there is no "Misc" on CF. And then it was problematic because it expressed "hope" and "speculation?" So we're not allowed to express hope and speculation?
I thought one of they key points of splitting WB/CF is that there was a view that we would attract more members. Now we have a whole set of vague rules that will no doubt be arbitrarily enforced. This is NOT welcoming.
I understand there are people suffering IF and losses - I get that, and I know it's incredibly unfair. And sure, let's ask and POLITELY remind people not to make birth announcements, BFPs here when there are other places for those. But to ban "speculation and hope" is ridiculous. And how does one even define "baiting" titles? Like if I mention my kids or family in passing, am I supposed to "warn" people? If you require a whole post to set out your rules, then the rules are too complicated. All this does is give a few people an excuse to jump all over someone when they inadvertently step on someone's toes, and to alienate any new posters who don't understand the rules. I'm not sure I even understand them.
There are already certain "safe zones" within CF/WB like the TTC Alt and Losses sections. If we need more of those, lets make them. But to ban certain topics from Misc. and implement complicated and easily misinterpreted rules about subject headings takes it a step too far. What about celebrity babies - can we talk about those?
I also think there's a small but very vocal minority on this board who don't wants kid-related topics here because they simply don't like kids, and not because they are suffering with some kind of loss. When I read posts about hating babies, or referring to parents as "breeders", or where they say they are offended by families, I get fed up. Why is that kind of talk tolerated?
I also think it's bizarre that this kind of major policy was made on a weekend with no feedback from Admin or SJM, and that it was enforced despite the fact that it was obviously not a unanimous decision by the mods.
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Ear Infection Question from Ear Infection Noob
Last week DS complained he had a "bubble" in his ear while at daycare, but it then went away by the time we picked him...
Last week DS complained he had a "bubble" in his ear while at daycare, but it then went away by the time we picked him up (his DCP told me about it.)
Last night he woke up screaming in pain from an earache - said it hurt inside his ear. He was crying - I honestly thought we might have to run him to ER as he was writhing in agony. Then as I was pondering this he fell back asleep. He still had the earache in the morning but seems fine with some Advil.
I know in theory these things go away on their own, and my doctor is pretty antibiotics averse anyway... but what can I expect? Do you guys find they subside on their own? Are there any home remedies to ease the pain in the meantime? If it persists, how long would you wait before taking him in? Is there any reason it would be worse at night?
Neither of my kids have ever had ear infections, so I'm wondering what to expect.
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Re: Sibling traditions
MmeBruni, I think your traditions should be they rotate babysitting your kids once a week. Honestly, I don't think we have any real traditions other...
MmeBruni, I think your traditions should be they rotate babysitting your kids once a week.
Honestly, I don't think we have any real traditions other than the obvious holidays. I did take a trip with my brother recently and it was lots of fun. Because none of us live in the same place, we travel quite a bit to be together and that results in some intense times together.
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Am I doing this wrong?
I think you handled it well - they're so riled up at that point, that "stern words" are useless IMO. I know if I'm really...
I think you handled it well - they're so riled up at that point, that "stern words" are useless IMO. I know if I'm really angry, and then my husband/boss/friend sits and gives me a lecture over something, it just makes me madder. When DS freaks like that, I tend to wait until things are calmer and then talk about it.
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The Gap DF Line - Am I the only one?
I love it. I think it's super fun and summery, and I love that there isn't too much pink. But I do wish they had...
I love it. I think it's super fun and summery, and I love that there isn't too much pink. But I do wish they had some boys stuff, like Stella McCartney's line for Gap kids.
I got a couple of pieces for DD and a couple for myself, as I can squeeze myself into their largest girl's size for things like tops and leggings. I did use a 30% of coupon tho...
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Re: Forum bugs - please report them here!
Bug - If you go to "My Stuff--> posts" in CF it doesn't show your posts. Not a bug but an annoyance - I don't...
Bug - If you go to "My Stuff--> posts" in CF it doesn't show your posts.
Not a bug but an annoyance - I don't want to be forced to come back to WB to view topics such as craft corner, miscellaneous, tech support etc. Either we need those on CF too, or else there needs to be a better integration. I don't want to feel like I'm leaving the site. Just because we're parents doesn't mean we don't want to talk about "Misc."
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Re: Lace Dress w Sleeves
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J Crew carries
this dress, which is very pretty. Long sleeves, but lace.
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Re: Feels like a sick joke
Terrible - he needs to talk to HR and explain the problems. There is more and more awareness of workplace bullying these days so hopefully...
Terrible - he needs to talk to HR and explain the problems. There is more and more awareness of workplace bullying these days so hopefully he can find a sympathetic ear.
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Did you get the Gap DVF Flyer? Favour!
A week or 2 ago I got a gap flyer for loyal customers containing a website where you could view the Diane von Furstenberg kids'...
A week or 2 ago I got a gap flyer for loyal customers containing a website where you could view the Diane von Furstenberg kids' stuff before it goes online on March 15. I lost the flyer and was wondering if anyone who got one would mind posting or PM'ing me the website?
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Re: Birks
I have some earrings from Birks that I wear daily and love them. Although I lost a backing recently and it's costing me $35 to...
I have some earrings from Birks that I wear daily and love them. Although I lost a backing recently and it's costing me $35 to replace. I also have a locket and took it in because I couldn't get the picture plastic out and they buffed it up for me and fixed it for me for free.
I think it depends what you are looking for... you can definitely get some good deals vintage, but I love some of the Birks' designs. There's a necklace there I'd LOVE, but it's $1700 so I have to save for a bit.
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Long weekend birthday - thoughts?
As someone whose birthday always falls near the long weekend, I'd say try the weekend before or after the trip. No one is ever around...
As someone whose birthday always falls near the long weekend, I'd say try the weekend before or after the trip. No one is ever around on my birthday.
Also July 3 is Tom's Cruise's birthday. Random fact of the day.
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She doesn't like her sister...
I think it's pretty normal. DS was a bit older when DD started crawling, but for a while it was all "She's bothering me! She's...
I think it's pretty normal. DS was a bit older when DD started crawling, but for a while it was all "She's bothering me! She's bothering me! She's bothering me!!!" all the time. Right now they are snuggled up together snoozing away after he sang her a lullaby, so it doesn't last.
My other question is, does it get a reaction from you? If it appears to upset you or bother you, that can encourage the behaviour because they LOVE to push our buttons.
You can remind her how DD is just a baby, doesn't understand things etc. I tell DS that DD is his best friend, and even though she annoys him at times, she'll be his friend forever. I think just hearing it makes him believe it.
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Fun Friday Poll
Healthy muffins! I forgot about that! And there's no shame in the child-contest question. This is a judgment-free zone. I entered DS in a contest...
Healthy muffins! I forgot about that!
And there's no shame in the child-contest question. This is a judgment-free zone. I entered DS in a contest once to model for Robeez, when they were still HQ'd here in Vancouver. It wasnt where people vote tho - the company decided. He didn't win, but to this day I feel he was robbed.
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Fun Friday Poll
Haven't done of these in a while! ...
Haven't done of these in a while!
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Preschool conundrum -- WWYD?
I think it depends how much she is there. Is she there every day, or just a few hours a couple of times a week?...
I think it depends how much she is there. Is she there every day, or just a few hours a couple of times a week?
If it's only an occasional thing I'm not sure I'd move her. But if she's there every day or even for like 10-12 hours a week, then the no-windows basement thing, combined with little physical activity, would really bother me.
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TMI - do you ovulate on Mirena?
Typically, you do not ovulate on Mirena. Of course there is a small chance you could ovulate, just like flukes happen when you are on...
Typically, you do not ovulate on Mirena. Of course there is a small chance you could ovulate, just like flukes happen when you are on the Pill.
If you are concerned do an ovulation strip.
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Only grew 1" in the last year? What's normal?
I was looking at our height chart and noticing that DS's height changed so radically between 2 and 3, and hasn't really changed much in...
I was looking at our height chart and noticing that DS's height changed so radically between 2 and 3, and hasn't really changed much in the last year; I think he grew 2" in the last year and a half, and one of those inches was in a 2-month period. All this to say I don't think their height increases in a linear way - sort of leaps and bounds.
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Re: Losing my schmidt - my stinkin' smoke detector
Poulette - I would recommend a different type of smoke alarm. We too have "voice" ones and they say these might actually be more effective...
Poulette - I would recommend a different type of smoke alarm. We too have "voice" ones and they say these might actually be more effective rousing small children, who typically sleep through regular alarms. Also maybe place it a little further from the kitchen. Ours is just around the corner (as okayed by the City permit).
Babydoll - In addition to suggestions above, since it's every time you open the oven, I'd also suggest doing an oven clean. My smoke alarm goes off when the oven's open if I've left it too long between cleanings. Mine also has a mute button which lasts for a couple of minutes, so if the oven issue persists, you could get one like that and press mute before you open the oven.
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Easter gift when your house is overflowing?
If your house is overflowing, don't feel obliged to make Easter about gifts. Isn't it about, like, the death of Jesus? Oh, and chocolate eggs....
If your house is overflowing, don't feel obliged to make Easter about gifts. Isn't it about, like, the death of Jesus? Oh, and chocolate eggs.
I suggest just getting chocolate eggs and skipping the gifts. If your YDS needs a new blanket and Sophie, incorporate it into the toy basket/linen closet, rather than making an event out of giving it, since your YDS won't notice/care anyway.
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Silly behaviour -- do you discipline?
I tell my son (calmly) when he is being annoying, but he is a little older and not sensitive like you describe. In fact, he...
I tell my son (calmly) when he is being annoying, but he is a little older and not sensitive like you describe. In fact, he laughs off much discipline.
In your case, I think I'd try redirecting, and also explaining that there are times when we should play "gently." Like first thing in the morning before mommy's coffee for example, or during naptimes etc. And I'd definitely (try to!) curb the screaming in the face behaviour by explaining that it's, well, annoying, or painful, or hurts our ears or whatever will resonate with her without upsetting her too much. Same with the cat, because if your cat is anything like ours, one of these days she or he will take things into its own hands (paws?) and that will be really upsetting for everyone.
If you're home all day, or on weekends, I'd also take her to a place like a toddler gym (or the park if it's nice) and let her know this is an okay place to be doing all that stuff (except the in-the-face screaming/cat torture!), so that she can burn some of it off.
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Re: Anyone sew bags?
Twist my arm... A backpack I made for my daughter... And one for my son. ...
Twist my arm...
A backpack I made for my daughter...
And one for my son.
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my kid, his kid?
You know I'm wondering if switching up bedtime might be puttin the cart before the horse. I think I'd try to switch up the day...
You know I'm wondering if switching up bedtime might be puttin the cart before the horse. I think I'd try to switch up the day to day stuff first. I know my kids started asking more for dad at bed after spending a day with him. Whereas if I've been with them they're more likely to want me.
But I also think its important for both kids to sometimes hear "it's your siblings turn to spend time with me.". Like when dd was tiny and fussed for me all night I still tried to carve out a bit of time for ds and would tell her in DS's presence - "sorry it's your brothers turn!"
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Death
I visited the home of Anne Frank when I was about 8, and it had a big impression on me. I have talked to DS...
I visited the home of Anne Frank when I was about 8, and it had a big impression on me.
I have talked to DS about the Holocaust and he's not even 5, although obviously I did so in very, very simplified terms. It came up some how, can't remember exactly.
That said, 11 or 12 is not too old for her to grow up with an understanding of tolerance. But I also don't think you need to wait until then to start talking about racism/intolerance etc.
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New NDDS standards
25 at 18 months? Most kids I know who had that were considered advanced verbally. It seems like a high number of words to me....
25 at 18 months? Most kids I know who had that were considered advanced verbally. It seems like a high number of words to me. DD certainly didn't have that at 18 months, and she doesn't have that now.
I think it's like any testing - there's an argument that fewer kids will fall through the cracks, but it's also likely to cause a lot of unnecessary stress and cost for parents of kids who are "false positives."
I think where a child doesn't meet minimums, a GP should have access to a slightly more nuanced questionnaire before having to refer out. Otherwise at least 1/3 to 1/2 of the kids I know would be in therapy.
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Re: Air North - Anyone flown with them?
I flew with them once, whitehorse to van. They were super friendly and the snacks were better than Air Canada's (which I flew on the...
I flew with them once, whitehorse to van. They were super friendly and the snacks were better than Air Canada's (which I flew on the way to Whitehorse). I switched in part because at the time AC was threatening a strike and I was worried about getting stranded. They didn't strike in the end tho so I'd have been okay.
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my kid, his kid?
That's not the case in our household. When DD was very young it probably worked out that way, just because she was nursing, but we've...
That's not the case in our household.
When DD was very young it probably worked out that way, just because she was nursing, but we've been pretty even divided for at least the past year. We both put them to bed, bathe them etc. I don't think I feel more in tune with one kid than the other, although there might be certain specific days when I am more inclined to do 4-year old stuff, and other days when I am more inclined to do 2-year old stuff. Overall I'd say it evens out.
Since you're asked - for me it would be a problem if I felt we were spending more time with one child over the other for a prolonged period. You can't control if your child runs to Dad first when he has a booboo, but I'd want to make sure that time spent together and day-to-day care (like baths/bedtime) were split roughly evenly between parents. If you are inclined to do more with DD what about having a date where you spend an afternoon with just your DS - going for lunch or something - and make a big deal about it? Or go to the library together and choose some books for bedtime that you'd read to him, not DH. I find those kinds of little things can tip the scales when we notice a preference emerging.
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Bum Scoot or Ladder Crawl-Down?
DD has "tripped" forward using bum scoot a couple of times, so we always insisted on her going backwards. That said she now insists on...
DD has "tripped" forward using bum scoot a couple of times, so we always insisted on her going backwards. That said she now insists on walking down like her big bro, and yells "NO!" if we try to get her to scoot or ladder-crawl. We do a lot of hovering.
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