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When did your child get their second MMR shot?
They just changed the vaccine schedule again and the 2nd MMR is now done when kids start school. It used to be 12 and 18...
They just changed the vaccine schedule again and the 2nd MMR is now done when kids start school. It used to be 12 and 18 months. It's now 12 months and 4-6 years.
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Is this forum active anymore?
I check in daily but don't have much to contribute on the current topics. ...
I check in daily but don't have much to contribute on the current topics.
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Re: typographical hilarity
What a steal! ...
What a steal!
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Re: Student Strikes in Montreal
True. But in France there's a way to "overturn" the decision. Quote: ...
True. But in France there's a way to "overturn" the decision.
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Re: Student Strikes in Montreal
Agreed, Malkynn. I had a hard time garnering any sympathy for most of the protestors initially. But Bill 78 is disgustingly anti-democratic and I could...
Agreed, Malkynn.
I had a hard time garnering any sympathy for most of the protestors initially.
But Bill 78 is disgustingly anti-democratic and I could certainly see myself picking up my pots and pans and marching with Les casseroles, if I was still living in Montreal.
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Which came first pp, AF or O ?
You can have anovulatory cycle, but the chances are if you menstruate, you've ovulated. So if you have your first PP period, you've probably ovulated...
You can have anovulatory cycle, but the chances are if you menstruate, you've ovulated. So if you have your first PP period, you've probably ovulated first.
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Recipe to use up onions?
Chop it and freeze it. Then you have diced onions ready to use for various recipes. Otherwise, French onion soup, stews, lots of caramelized onions!...
Chop it and freeze it. Then you have diced onions ready to use for various recipes.
Otherwise, French onion soup, stews, lots of caramelized onions!
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Re: Do you cook?
I cook pretty much every night. Most nights it's a pretty complete meal. On nights I don't feel like cooking we'll have eggs and toast,...
I cook pretty much every night. Most nights it's a pretty complete meal. On nights I don't feel like cooking we'll have eggs and toast, or cereal, or pancakes. On nights I really, really don't feel like cooking we'll get takeout, or hit up Ikea for some meatballs and shopping.
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Cuz older kids are cute too...photo thread!
Gah! Your babies (I don't care. They're still babies to me!) are so beautiful. I can't believe how grown up everyone is. I'm in total...
Gah! Your babies (I don't care. They're still babies to me!) are so beautiful. I can't believe how grown up everyone is. I'm in total denial that my guys are growing up and seeing how big other children that were babies at the same time of mine is a big wake up call!
Here's Mr T emulating Kurt Cobain.
A haircut for M.
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NBR Recommend a bra
I would bite the bullet and hit up a lingerie store for a real bra fitting. Note what styles and brands seem to fit you...
I would bite the bullet and hit up a lingerie store for a real bra fitting. Note what styles and brands seem to fit you best, buy one bra and then hit up breakoutbras.com for the rest.
It really is amazing what a good bra fitting can do for you and your girls.
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spin: Do you limit YOUR screen time?
Nope! I'm constantly checking my phone or iPad. (The computer's in the basement) The TV's rarely on unless it's a kids show so that's not...
Nope!
I'm constantly checking my phone or iPad. (The computer's in the basement)
The TV's rarely on unless it's a kids show so that's not too tough to avoid.
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Re: What are you reading?
I just finished reading The Fault in Our Stars. What an emotional, gripping read. I managed to go through a whole box of tissues while...
I just finished reading The Fault in Our Stars. What an emotional, gripping read. I managed to go through a whole box of tissues while reading it. Brillant.
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"Working from home" while on mat leave/EI
You cannot earn any extra income during the maternity part of your leave -- the first 17 weeks. The last 35 weeks, which is the...
You cannot earn any extra income during the maternity part of your leave -- the first 17 weeks.
The last 35 weeks, which is the parental part of your leave, allows you to earn a certain % of your income without being penalized. I would call EI and find out how much exactly you can earn without it affecting your EI. I did this with my youngest and they helped me figure out the exact amount I could be earning.
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Wood Stairs vs Carpeted Stairs - with kids
We've only ever had wood stairs and the children have never slipped on them or hurt themselves. They aren't particularly noisy either. I on the...
We've only ever had wood stairs and the children have never slipped on them or hurt themselves. They aren't particularly noisy either.
I on the otherhand slipped down the stairs when 37 weeks pregnant and cracked my tailbone. That's my own fault though.
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SPIN: How long/tall is your 10 month old
ODS was in the 50th percentile at 10 months old at almost 29" YDS was in the 90th percentile at 30.5" at the same age....
ODS was in the 50th percentile at 10 months old at almost 29"
YDS was in the 90th percentile at 30.5" at the same age. He's a beast though! I call him my beef-cake.
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Gap casting call...
As per their rules and regulations, judging going on until May 4th. If you look at the submissions there's 42000 pages of pictures!! Insane! ...
As per their rules and regulations, judging going on until May 4th.
If you look at the submissions there's 42000 pages of pictures!! Insane!
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Do you change a recipe when you plan to freeze it?
I don't bake my lasagnas or shepherds pie before freezing but besides that I don't change anything in the recipe. I also freeze soup, chili,...
I don't bake my lasagnas or shepherds pie before freezing but besides that I don't change anything in the recipe.
I also freeze soup, chili, pot pies, unstuffed pepper bake, muffins, pancakes, spaghetti sauce.
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Who wants to see Ali walking???(updated)
Sooooooo excited for you guys! I saw the post on FB but couldn't see it on my phone. I hopped on right away to go...
Sooooooo excited for you guys! I saw the post on FB but couldn't see it on my phone. I hopped on right away to go watch it! go Ali!!
And also, Madi sounds so grown up. Aaaah! Where are our babies?
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Re: Book p.imps
It's kind of ironic though that today is World Book and Copyright Day. I work in publishing and see how it isn't the publishers getting...
It's kind of ironic though that today is World Book and Copyright Day.
I work in publishing and see how it isn't the publishers getting the shaft with ebook pirating but the authors. Otherwise, my opinion is quite strong on the subject and pirated movies, music and ebooks all fall into the same category.
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bought pink bottles...(i have boys)
I wouldn't bother. They're bottles. But then again, my kid's wearing Disney Princess pull-ups to bed and I may have bought my nephew nailpolish for...
I wouldn't bother. They're bottles.
But then again, my kid's wearing Disney Princess pull-ups to bed and I may have bought my nephew nailpolish for Easter because he loves the stuff.
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thank you for dcp-not giftcard
An edible arrangement? A muffin basket? Gourmet cookies? Or is there a no-food policy at the daycare? ...
An edible arrangement? A muffin basket? Gourmet cookies? Or is there a no-food policy at the daycare?
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Re: What food can I not drive across the border with?
If I understand correctly, pretty much all fresh produce because it all depends on where it was grown, how long ago, etc. Dried fruit is...
If I understand correctly, pretty much all fresh produce because it all depends on where it was grown, how long ago, etc. Dried fruit is fine.
Most meats are out but fish and and shellfish is usually OK.
Raw eggs are out but if they're cooked (hard boiled) for personal consumption I think you're OK.
For cheese, it all depends on the cheese. I don't know the hard and fast rules but I know hard cheeses are fine, soft cheeses are hit and miss.
Nuts are OK.
Bread, crackers and pasta are OK.
Pretty much everything pre-packaged is normally fine!
(or you can just read the list MrsG posted haha!)
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pumping problems
I didn't have an OAL and the milk always squirted out, but when the membranes on my pump started getting worn out, I found the...
I didn't have an OAL and the milk always squirted out, but when the membranes on my pump started getting worn out, I found the suction just wasn't there to extra the milk as fully as it would when they were new. But since you've checked that, obviously it must be something else.
When you hand express does the milk squirt? Or does it drip too? If it squirts, my guess is the pump.
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Re: whole chicken in crockpot-stupid question
They'll cook fine I would think. I wouldn't add any water at all. They should be fine as is. ...
They'll cook fine I would think. I wouldn't add any water at all. They should be fine as is.
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Re: Kraft Oreo Breastfeeding Ad (NOTE- photo included)
I think it's great, too. Kudos to them for having the balls to do it. (If it's real. After reading the article linked there seems...
I think it's great, too. Kudos to them for having the balls to do it. (If it's real. After reading the article linked there seems to be question that the ad is not real.)
Breastfeeding needs to be normalized.
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Storage Tips
I also freeze other liquids like buttermilk in muffin tins. Very useful! When I open a can of tomato paste and only need a couple...
I also freeze other liquids like buttermilk in muffin tins. Very useful!
When I open a can of tomato paste and only need a couple of tablespoons, I freeze the rest. I cover a cookie sheet in wax paper and dole the paste out in 1 tbsp blobs then freeze. Once it's all frozen I transfer the discs of tomato paste into a ziplock bag.
Our local market sells fresh herbs for ridiculously cheap, but they're in massive quantities. I chop up the herbs and then freeze in an airtight container or baggie. That way I almost always have fresh herbs on hand.
I'm horrible at eyeballing how much pasta to make for a meal. If I've cooked too much, I freeze it (again in baggies).
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Re: "educational" gift for 6yr old boy?
The Perplexus! So much fun! It doesn't quite fit in a pocket, but it's fun, challenging and educational. http://www.mastermindtoys.com/catalog/searchresults.aspx?search=perplexus The "rookie" is 4 and up...
The Perplexus! So much fun! It doesn't quite fit in a pocket, but it's fun, challenging and educational.
http://www.mastermindtoys.com/catalog/searchresults.aspx?search=perplexusThe "rookie" is 4 and up but even I have some challenges with it so it would be perfect for a 6 year old.
Or, how about some sort of carry case for him to place all the little treasures he finds?
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fish tacos recipes pls
This one is yummy. Another WB'er shared it with me. http://www.marthastewart.com/340397/fish-tacos ...
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Where to Nellie's laundry soap besides Costco?
It's only available on Costco.ca! http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx...topnav=&s=1 But the bulk container is more economical but is at least almost 4 years worth of laundry detergent for...
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Re: Sorta Spin: Do you & your DH/SO match physically?
We are complete opposites. DH is tall and very slender (his nickname with his pals is scrawny little [censored]) and I've always been huskier albeit...
We are complete opposites. DH is tall and very slender (his nickname with his pals is scrawny little [censored]) and I've always been huskier albeit now I'm overweight.
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Recommend your car DVD player
We bought this one to drive to my parents place 8hours away over March break. http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx...p=C&topnav= The quality is pretty decent and I like that...
We bought this one to drive to my parents place 8hours away over March break.
http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx...p=C&topnav=The quality is pretty decent and I like that both screens can either play the same movie or play separate movies. This was very useful when the boys decided they wanted to watch different things.
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what to make with fresh strawberries?
Strawberry sauce.for pancakes and ice cream, freezes great and so easy to make! ...
Strawberry sauce.for pancakes and ice cream, freezes great and so easy to make!
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School friends / Playdates etiquette
Thanks! I just wasn't sure if I'd be making a huge preschooler etiquette faux-pas! I know the parents of this particular kiddo know he and...
Thanks! I just wasn't sure if I'd be making a huge preschooler etiquette faux-pas!
I know the parents of this particular kiddo know he and Mr T are close. We ran into the father and the kids at the ice-cream shop last night (don't ask me WHY i didn't say anything. Wasn't thinking I guess!) and he knew exactly who my kid was and even apologized for not sticking around and chatting so I think it should go over pretty well.
Spin-off question: Friend's twin sister is also in T's class. Should I be inviting her too? Or are they at an age now where them having separate friends is acceptable?
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School friends / Playdates etiquette
I'm still quite new at this whole school friends etiquette! ODS has a very good friend at school (Kindergarten teacher kindly refers to them as...
I'm still quite new at this whole school friends etiquette!
ODS has a very good friend at school (Kindergarten teacher kindly refers to them as partners in crime.) ODS has been asking about having friend over to play but I have no way of getting in touch with friend's parents. We've met the family a few times in the neighborhood but I've never remembered to mention anything.
Does sending a note addressed to "Friend's Mom" and asking the teacher to pop it in his back sound weird? I'd just send my contact info and mention getting the boys together to play, at our place, or the park. Whatever she's comfortable with.
I'm just unsure if this will come off as totally weird or if it's the normal thing to do!
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Audiograph for almost two year old
I'm not much help as we haven't done one with the boys but they have a quick info page on Sick Kids' website about the...
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Re: What's for supper?
Carrot ginger soup, cheesy garlic toast and whatever else we can scrounge up in the fridge. Lazy dinner. ...
Carrot ginger soup, cheesy garlic toast and whatever else we can scrounge up in the fridge. Lazy dinner.
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Pre-school co-op?
While we looked into the local Preschool coop, as working parents we were unable to fulfill the cooperative requirements. They were pretty involved, too: Duty...
While we looked into the local Preschool coop, as working parents we were unable to fulfill the cooperative requirements. They were pretty involved, too: Duty days were 1 morning (8:45-12:00) every 2 to 3 weeks. Every third duty day you were also snack parent and had to provide snack for the whole class (24 kids) Also had to pay for annual medical clearance and police check in order to do duty days. Additionally, all parents are expected to take on a volunteer job within the presechool (from president to social committee to Scholastic Book order person).
Like freckle-lee, I've also born witness to many a mommy-dramas unfold at the cooperative school! It's just not my thing.
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Gap Casting call
I just realized this morning that there isn`t actually any voting. 5 finalists in each category will be selected and voting will begin May 21st....
I just realized this morning that there isn`t actually any voting. 5 finalists in each category will be selected and voting will begin May 21st.
Official Rules
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Do you clean up before DH gets home?
Ahahah. Clean up? What's that? Granted we both work, but when I was at home on mat leave I didn't clean up before he got...
Ahahah. Clean up? What's that?
Granted we both work, but when I was at home on mat leave I didn't clean up before he got home. I'd be too busy dealing with cranky kids who wanted their dinner. We tend to tidy up together once the kids go to bed.
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Swimming
My eldest is 4.5 years old and cannot swim unassisted yet. He's been in swimming lessons for a full year now but I don't expect...
My eldest is 4.5 years old and cannot swim unassisted yet. He's been in swimming lessons for a full year now but I don't expect him to learn for a while yet but I think that could be somewhat attributable to his hemiplegia.
My youngest is just over 2 and he cannot swim independently.
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quick n'easy meals
Quiche and frittatas are well eaten at our house. I have an excellent apple-cheddar frittata recipe if you'd like. I know you don't have much...
Quiche and frittatas are well eaten at our house. I have an excellent apple-cheddar frittata recipe if you'd like.
I know you don't have much success with the slow cooker, but I often make soups, chilis and stews in it and I don't have to worry about things overcooking or being too soupy. There's always tons of leftovers with meals like that.
Pasta is always fast. You can premake your sauces on the weekend and make larger batches to freeze.
Soups with garlic cheese toast are a regular go-to in our house. Potato, carrot, sweet potato soups are so easy to make. You just chop up your veg (which I'll often to ahead of time) and cook it in broth, and seasoning and when the veggies are cooked through, puree with an immersion blender or in your blender.
I have to get to work but these are few off the top of my head.
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Re: what do you call it? regional dilect?
I agree that because in Quebec it's also just a direct translation from "Centre d'achats". Just like if you grew in Quebec, you "pass the...
I agree that because in Quebec it's also just a direct translation from "Centre d'achats".
Just like if you grew in Quebec, you "pass the vacuum" (passer la balayeuse) and shut the light (Fermer la lumiere). I'm guilty of all of the above.
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Re: One click to raise funds for Prostate Cancer
Done! ...
Done!
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Driving to Florida - tips?
Lots of booze for the non-driver? Sorry. I've got nothing else! ...
Lots of booze for the non-driver?
Sorry. I've got nothing else!
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Toopy and Binoo plush toys.. Where to buy?
Still waiting for an email back but it's been sent. ...
Still waiting for an email back but it's been sent.
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Split childcare arrangements
I think the lesser of all the evils is to be keeping the two older ones in their current daycare and finding alternate care for...
I think the lesser of all the evils is to be keeping the two older ones in their current daycare and finding alternate care for bb.
1) You`re finally pleased with your current childcare situation and I know your childcare background. I'd stick with something good.
2) Because you're satisfied with the current arrangements, you know that you'll be happy with it when #3 hits 18 months and goes to the same daycare as his siblings.
3) Let's say you stay home until 12 months (totally hypothetical, obviously) then you're only looking for alternate care for 6 months. While in the short term, 6 months seems like a very long time, it isn't much in the grand scheme of things.
While logistically, doing two different daycare drop-offs seems like a nightmare, I don't think it would be that bad. On days when J is there you could theoretically split it up and both take care of drop-offs and on the few days where he's out of town, you'll just have to get up earlier, leave slightly earlier and manage the two drop-offs. It sucks, but for 6 months I think it's totally do-able.
You could look at nanny-sharing or a homecare arrangement for baby in the meantime. They both occasionally offer slightly more flexible options.
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Lots to do in TO with kids! Here's a great resource tool. You can even check out if there are particular events on the weekend...
Lots to do in TO with kids! Here's a great resource tool. You can even check out if there are particular events on the weekend you'll be here.
http://www.toronto4kids.com/
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Whooping cough (pertussis)
How about croup? http://mommyhood101.com/baby/audio/croup.html Croup really does flare up at night and kids seem mich better in the AM. It sounds like a seal like...
How about croup?
http://mommyhood101.com/baby/audio/croup.htmlCroup really does flare up at night and kids seem mich better in the AM. It sounds like a seal like bark.
Pertussis would clear up during the day, the symptoms would persist and the whoop is really heard on the inhale, but not on the coughing itself.
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Toopy and Binoo plush toys.. Where to buy?
Found this from an online toy store: http://www.laboutiquedemikai.com/en/prod...c9c30c8de5a06b9 Most places I was looking for didn't have them in stock but this site isn't stating otherwise....
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Toopy and Binoo plush toys.. Where to buy?
I have a sample of the plushes on my desk here at work. I'm going to find out who distributes them (because these were sent...
I have a sample of the plushes on my desk here at work. I'm going to find out who distributes them (because these were sent to me from the manufacturer) but probably won't find out until MOnday. Will keep you posted!
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