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gate checking infant seat on Air Canada?
Does anyone know what the latest policy on this is? I have a friend booking a ticket for his 6 month old at Christmas, and...
Does anyone know what the latest policy on this is? I have a friend booking a ticket for his 6 month old at Christmas, and they're telling him that the seat can't be gate checked?
Thanks!
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Re: Bridesmaid dress help!!!
What if you ordered from online where they could return? There are a few dresses on sears.ca for example that could work, especially in black...
What if you ordered from online where they could return? There are a few dresses on sears.ca for example that could work, especially in black
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Britax?
We have a marathon & a decathalon (bascily the same as marathon). I also had a different one to start with, Evenflo deluxe or something....
We have a marathon & a decathalon (bascily the same as marathon). I also had a different one to start with, Evenflo deluxe or something. It didn't compare to my britax.
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What would you do?
I EBF both my babies, but I pick formula. Much less stressful, and you can pump (even if baby won't drink it) to help establish...
I EBF both my babies, but I pick formula. Much less stressful, and you can pump (even if baby won't drink it) to help establish your supply in the meantime.
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BFing Momma's!!!
I agree with the others. WIthout a regular repeat of the behaviour, i wouldn't assume a food intolerance. Paige is incredibly distractable, but also nurses...
I agree with the others. WIthout a regular repeat of the behaviour, i wouldn't assume a food intolerance. Paige is incredibly distractable, but also nurses poorly when her ears hurt, she is congested or her teeth are bothering her.
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Hey girls, just popping in. My WI this week was good... down 1.5.. but I fell off the wagon Sunday & Monday and was up...
Hey girls, just popping in. My WI this week was good... down 1.5.. but I fell off the wagon Sunday & Monday and was up a pound when i checked this morning
Fingers crossed i can stay on track the rest of this week!!
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Re: Breastfeeding in public in the USA
I get looks for it all the time here. BUt I generally do it anyway. I will say, i usually go into a changing room...
I get looks for it all the time here. BUt I generally do it anyway. I will say, i usually go into a changing room if i'm at a mall, or bf in my car... I have never had a problem with actually getting in trouble for doing it though.
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Re: Spin (Kind of) - Jeggings
Awwww 6 and under is just fine Much older... and not so much. ...
Awwww 6 and under is just fine
Much older... and not so much.
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Overdue & incuded with your 1st? Re: LO#2
I was induced 10 days over with my 1st. My 2nd came on her own 2 days late. My cervix was high and tightly closed...
I was induced 10 days over with my 1st. My 2nd came on her own 2 days late. My cervix was high and tightly closed ( couldn't do a s & s) the day before, the dr didn't think i'd go on my own... and then my labor was only 6 hours from first twinge.
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Re: I'll be 6 months Pregnant!
I think going with the 'universal' one would be smarter. But I'm curious, how did you match the coral from an online dress to the...
I think going with the 'universal' one would be smarter. But I'm curious, how did you match the coral from an online dress to the groomsmen's vests?
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Anyone do Weight Watchers while BF'ing?
I am. I was having a lot of trouble losing, but the last month it has started to come off. I would recommend joining online,...
I am. I was having a lot of trouble losing, but the last month it has started to come off.
I would recommend joining online, I believe there is a cheap or free trial for a few months, which would be enough to get you set up and going with the new points plus system. Take a look in health & fitness, we have quite the thread going up there.
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
How is everyone doing at avoiding temptation today?? This is a tough day for me, chocolate everywhere!! We have a tray of vday cupcakes, brownies,...
How is everyone doing at avoiding temptation today?? This is a tough day for me, chocolate everywhere!! We have a tray of vday cupcakes, brownies, chocolate bars and chocolates in our office today.
I allowed myself one chocolate I'm hoping it is enough to last me through the day
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Sorry, I'm on my phone again so no so's today. BUT I had my WI this morning and was down 4.4 pounds !!!! That's crazy!...
Sorry, I'm on my phone again so no so's today.
BUT I had my WI this morning and was down 4.4 pounds !!!! That's crazy! I didn't do much different this week, but my supper last night was light and early, where last week's was late so that probably skewed it. Now to keep it there for next week!!!
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Fisher-Price Newborn Rock 'N Play Sleeper
Paige used that for the first 3-4 months, until she looked uncomfortable in it. She has reflux. I put a crib wedge in her crib,...
Paige used that for the first 3-4 months, until she looked uncomfortable in it. She has reflux. I put a crib wedge in her crib, and it really helped with the transition... she sleeps no better/ worse in the crib... but she's not a good sleeper
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Pumped milk - dumb question
Yes,i put unfinished bottles back in the fridge. From what I read it is safe to reheat it one time. If she doesn't eat at...
Yes,i put unfinished bottles back in the fridge. From what I read it is safe to reheat it one time. If she doesn't eat at the next feeding, i toss it.
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
80 pounds is amazing!! i wonder if she'll keep it off... ...
80 pounds is amazing!! i wonder if she'll keep it off...
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Megan, Subway is my goto for fast food. It is 8 pts for a turkey sub on wheat with provolone, no mayo. Just to give...
Megan, Subway is my goto for fast food. It is 8 pts for a turkey sub on wheat with provolone, no mayo. Just to give you an idea
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Jess i think it is 3 or 4 points for 5 depending on the brand Quick Hi, we're back from Disney. And I managed to...
Jess i think it is 3 or 4 points for 5 depending on the brand
Quick Hi, we're back from Disney. And I managed to stay basicly on track and only weighed .2 more this morning
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Just a quick post since I'm on my phone.Weighed in this morning and was down 1.5 ! yay!! hopefully i don't regain at Disney this...
Just a quick post since I'm on my phone.Weighed in this morning and was down 1.5 ! yay!! hopefully i don't regain at Disney this week
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Marlene - Your night sounds like so much fun!! When are you planning to weight in? Raynn- I also have a lot of trouble losing...
Marlene - Your night sounds like so much fun!! When are you planning to weight in?
Raynn- I also have a lot of trouble losing weight while breastfeeding. I was looking at my 'weights' from when I was dieting on WW while nursing Kyle. Once he started sleeping through the night, around 10 months for us, the weight started coming off. Before then, it was super duper slow. But I did manage to lose a lot of the 70 pounds (ugh!!) that I'd gained, it just took a long time to get going.
Congrats on the loss Ten and good luck at the WI Tan!
AFM - I took the advice of everyone on here, and started writing everything down. ANd sure enough, I was going over on my points. I've been on track since Thursday, so we'll see if its enough to see a loss this week. We head to DisneyWorld on Wednesday, so I'm sure this week will be a write off.
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Hey girls, I don't have time for any real SO's, but I've read all the messages, its easy to read on my phone but hard...
Hey girls,
I don't have time for any real SO's, but I've read all the messages, its easy to read on my phone but hard to post. And I'm so jealous, because everyone seems to be doing so well.
I needed to post my progress... which is none
I started on WW before christmas and did really well, but since I've come back I've been doing really badly. I'm up a pound this week
I have been doing lousy at tracking, but thought I was basicly staying in my points. ANd I'm starving!!!
Paige has been nursing like crazy since the fall (she broke her leg), so I'm sure that's playing a part, but man, this sucks!!
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I am glad we don't have these in Canada...
We definitely got the yogurt bites in Canada, but I don't remember what brand.. but Kyle loves them. And now Paige does too I have...
We definitely got the yogurt bites in Canada, but I don't remember what brand.. but Kyle loves them. And now Paige does too
I have never fed the weiners. Seriously, there is a ton of crap 'graduate' food here... I have never been tempted to give DS the "Tv dinners" either. There's as much sodium as in some adult meals~!
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Give me a crash course in pumping
I agree with the tips Chiquita gave you. I've been pumping at work almost 5 months now. It sucks,but she has to eat something! I...
I agree with the tips Chiquita gave you. I've been pumping at work almost 5 months now. It sucks,but she has to eat something! I pump twice a day. I would strongly recommend getting a hands free pumping bra/bustier, so that you can read or do something while pumping. Its a lot of time to spend doing nothing.
I pump at 10:30 and 2:30. I put the bottles & parts in the fridge in between pumping sessions so I don't have to wash as thoroughly.
I pump in a converted bathroom stall, not ideal, but at least its exclusively for that purpose. I hated bringing it up to my boss, but he was cool with it.
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Don't put your baby on the counter :(
SO, last night I finally went and got my hair cut, leaving DH with the 2 kids for the first time in a looooong time....
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Just wanted to chime in, according to the food book, 5 cups of the 94% ff popcorn is 1 point. Its right in the front...
Just wanted to chime in, according to the food book, 5 cups of the 94% ff popcorn is 1 point. Its right in the front of the book.
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
Hey girls, I only have a few minutes to check in, but i've done so badly this first week. I am lacking in motivation Plus...
Hey girls,
I only have a few minutes to check in, but i've done so badly this first week. I am lacking in motivation
Plus AF finally came back, and I weighed 2.5 pounds heavier today. boooo
What are you girls doing for breakfast and snacks? Especially those who eat on the go or at work?
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Please help me sleep :( :( :(
I am trying to decide if my only possibility is to let Paige cry it out. I don't really agree with it (as in the...
I am trying to decide if my only possibility is to let Paige cry it out. I don't really agree with it (as in the 1.5 - 2 hours of crying), and I think she'd take a LONG time, we've tried it a little and she wound up crying more than an hour (for the first go-down of the night), and was gagging and spitting up (not quite vomiting). I'm ok with a little crying, but not like that. 20 minutes is probably my limit.
I am back at work, but I'm reaching a point where I can't think, so I'm afraid for my job. I'm afraid to drive, because i'm just THAT tired.
I can't co sleep, Kyle randomly (and stealthily) creeps in our bed in the middle of the night and I don't even know he's there... not to mention, my DH is adament against it since it took us 3 years to get Kyle out of our bed.
Here is what our nights have looked like for the past 2-3 weeks. I'd love some tips. I have always been able to put her down drowzy but awake until these last few weeks, even though she was up a few times, she never stayed up like she is now. I know some kids just sleep worse than others, Kyle was like that too.
7:30 breastfeed, rock a bit and put in her crib. She hangs out, plays a bit, dozes and then cries.
8:00 or so I pick her up, rock her a bit, back in the crib, she usually fusses a little and then goes to sleep
9:30 or so (usually 5 minutes after Kyle goes to bed ) She's up, I nurse her, and then try to put her back in the crib. She screams bloody murder. I try again, and again and again, finally getting her in there after about 40 minutes, she falls asleep (around 10:30)
12:00 she's up again. I feed her, try to put her back in the crib, she screams. I try and try and try, (pick her up calm her, back in her crib) after an hour, she goes to sleep. (around 1)
2:30 she's up again . I feed her, try to put her back in her crib. She screams. I try for about 10 minutes, but then I'm exhausted so I just put her on my pillow with me. She grabs my face, and goes to sleep. (around 2:45)
4:00 she's up again, and we do the same as 2:30, except straight into my bed, she's asleep after only being up 10-15 minutes.
5:30 we do it again
6:30 I'm up for the day
Anyone have any ideas? If you did Cry it out with your child, how long did they cry for? I HATE sleep problems!!
Thanks!
Kathryn
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Re: The NEW Weight Watchers Support Thread!!
I'm in too. I'll likely be more of a lurker, my online time is restricted, but its time to lose the weight from KYle. I...
I'm in too. I'll likely be more of a lurker, my online time is restricted, but its time to lose the weight from KYle. I mostly followed WW while I was PG with Paige so thankfully I'm within 2 pounds of that weight. But I would like to lose 23 pounds. Sounds so huge, I really feel for you with bigger goals! I'm 5'9 and right now I weigh 173. I want to get to 150.
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Lets talk about swaddling..
We're swaddling, but I'm starting to think about stopping, i think she wants more room to stretch out, and she's sleeping like crap anyway. She...
We're swaddling, but I'm starting to think about stopping, i think she wants more room to stretch out, and she's sleeping like crap anyway.
She is transitioning to her crib in our room this week, I will keep her in our room until 6 months
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Exclusively pumping - by choice?
I agree, pumping is taking away my freedom. I'm back at work, so I have no choice, but i pump during the day. And it...
I agree, pumping is taking away my freedom. I'm back at work, so I have no choice, but i pump during the day. And it is HARD to find the time, and annoying to wash all the crap.
I wanted to comment on the napping. For the past 2 weeks Paige has been exclusively bottle fed during the day. My mom has been watching her, and trying to keep her to her original schedule. She has found the naps to be really hard, and that although her feeding follows a schedule her naps still do not. She's randomly napping anywhere from 45 min - 2 hours, at random times.
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Passport Picture Tips
With Paige, she was only a week old, so she slept a lot! We went to Sears, hung out in their waiting area, then she...
With Paige, she was only a week old, so she slept a lot! We went to Sears, hung out in their waiting area, then she fell asleep, so we just stayed until she woke up. We got there around 1, and wound up with a decent picture by say 4? It just took time.
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Would you keep this breastmilk?
excellent, thanks! ...
excellent, thanks!
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Would you keep this breastmilk?
I went out last night, and had pumped a fair bit. I took about 12 oz and split it into three bottles and put them...
I went out last night, and had pumped a fair bit. I took about 12 oz and split it into three bottles and put them in the fridge right away. She ate one bottle, didn't touch the other two. The milk is in bottles, with nipples. Can I/Would you keep the milk (freeze it) or does it have to get tossed?? I guess I'm worried because the container isn't air tight?
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Graco Alano Flip-it Stroller
I test drove it, and found it ackward to maneuver when it was flipped. Make sure you're getting the one post recall too, because there...
I test drove it, and found it ackward to maneuver when it was flipped. Make sure you're getting the one post recall too, because there was a big recall made on them not too long ago.
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Share your Funny Stories from giving birth!
These are great stories My labor was fast (relatively) since I had Paige 2 hours after we got there. My DH's favorite moment was when...
These are great stories
My labor was fast (relatively) since I had Paige 2 hours after we got there.
My DH's favorite moment was when they said it was time for me to push. I REEEEAALLY wanted the epidural at that point, so I looked at the nurse and told her there was no f-ing way I was doing it without drugs. On my next contraction I promptly tried to close my legs and told them I was going home.. as if that would make a difference.
The only moment I had that everyone thought was funny in the room was shortly after Paige came out, I looked at the doctor and said "NOW can I have some drugs, please???" They all laughed. I said something along the lines of "Ibuprophen would be fine" and the nurses were dying laughing, saying they'd be asking for something a lot stronger than that!
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When did your LO's start walking?
Kyle was cruising around 7 months, and took his first steps around 9.5 months. Not to alarm you, but I have pictures of him with...
Kyle was cruising around 7 months, and took his first steps around 9.5 months. Not to alarm you, but I have pictures of him with one of those backpack-harnesses at 11 months, becuase he was running away all the time! We used to get a lot of looks. I thought at the time it was because people thought I was mean, now I think people were just shocked at how quick he could move, he was TINY!
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Help! Overtired Baby not wanting to sleep
Yup, we stay home and get them caught up. Generally, anyway. Or we'll go out in the car, and stay in it. I'll take a...
Yup, we stay home and get them caught up. Generally, anyway. Or we'll go out in the car, and stay in it. I'll take a book, they'll fall asleep and I'll drive around and eventually park and read. But I basicly make it my mission for a few days to get them caught up.
That said, when Kyle was the age of your LO, I didn't realize how big an issue it was, so he was overtired for a LONG time.
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Do you let young kids hold your LO?
We let Kyle do it. He asks to every day. His friends don't ask much, but if they really want to, we get them to...
We let Kyle do it. He asks to every day. His friends don't ask much, but if they really want to, we get them to wash their hands, and then lay the baby on them. We have to stay super close because if they get bored of it they're likely to just push the baby off and get up. (Kyle especially likes to do that
:D)
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how do you get over mommy guilt?
I agree with PeanutsMom. It got a LOT easier when I went back to work. Harder to find time to go to the gym, because...
I agree with PeanutsMom. It got a LOT easier when I went back to work. Harder to find time to go to the gym, because our evenings were insane, but much easier to just go out and do something for me.
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How bad was your morning sickness?
I voted moderate, but I actually think it was mild because I didn't actually puke. I was nauseous the ENTIRE pregnancy this time though. I...
I voted moderate, but I actually think it was mild because I didn't actually puke. I was nauseous the ENTIRE pregnancy this time though. I think I started feeling better around 37 weeks. It was less sever towards the end. I didn't realize how bad it was until I wasn't pregnant any more and actually wanted to eat again. Needless to say it isn't helping the weight any!!
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June 2010 Mommies - August!
Corgan, it sounds like you are blessed with 2 very good kids! Last night was a great night for us too, but we were still...
Corgan, it sounds like you are blessed with 2 very good kids! Last night was a great night for us too, but we were still up at 11 and 3 for feeds.
I have a question for you mommies who are bottle feeding (either bm or form). How much does your child eat? Paige is almost 8 weeks, and we're going out on Saturday night, and I don't know how much BM I need to leave her. I have no idea what she eats in a bottle. We give her one often, but she rarely eats the whole thing, and it isn't often in complete substitution of a feed. I'll be out from about 5 pm -10 pm. I'll nurse her before I go, so I'm guessing she'll eat twice, max. Help!
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DH sick... What do we do?
DS was sick with walking pneumonia when we brought Paige home. Its stressful! the Dr told us not to let him breathe on her, touch...
DS was sick with walking pneumonia when we brought Paige home. Its stressful! the Dr told us not to let him breathe on her, touch her hands, or face. And for all of us to wash our hands all the time. I would imagine the same would go for a DH
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If you had a kid free day, what would you do
Haircut, pedi, shopping, and a long shower!! ...
Haircut, pedi, shopping, and a long shower!!
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pumping moms - how do you have a social life??!!??
I don't exclusively pump, but i bought a car adaptor, and will pump there when I have to!! I'm going out Sat night, so i'll...
I don't exclusively pump, but i bought a car adaptor, and will pump there when I have to!! I'm going out Sat night, so i'll be pumping in the van
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mommy/baby groups
For me, when Kyle started walking (10 months) they were a godsend. He desperately needed an outlet with kids approx his age/ size that wouldn't...
For me, when Kyle started walking (10 months) they were a godsend. He desperately needed an outlet with kids approx his age/ size that wouldn't knock him over. We'll put Paige in them around that age too. We have VERY few friends with age appropriate kids though, and I like having something organized to take him to once a week... but not until after his naps got regular.
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TV or 2 wk all inclusive
TV! ...
TV!
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Day 7 - little milk. Help!
25 ml, isn't that like an ounce? That's REALLY good for a 1 week old. Are you exclusively pumping, or is that in addition to...
25 ml, isn't that like an ounce? That's REALLY good for a 1 week old. Are you exclusively pumping, or is that in addition to breastfeeding? Don't go by how much you can pump, jaundice is normal, losing weight in the beginning is normal.
At that age, Paige ate around the clock. You can really only tell if they're getting enough by the wet/poopy diapers they're putting out.
Paige is 7 weeks old, and still only takes about 2-3 oz a feed, if we skip a nursing session. She WILL take more, but that's all she needs to be satisfied.
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What is 2-3-4
I'm glad to see that it is geared more towards older babies, i always wondered. I think we're on a 45 min-1 hour -1.5 hour...
I'm glad to see that it is geared more towards older babies, i always wondered. I think we're on a 45 min-1 hour -1.5 hour schedule
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Miracle Blanket?
i am with Mom2BamBam. Kyle busted out of the miracle blanket regularly, but Paige can't get out of the Swaddle me no matter how hard...
i am with Mom2BamBam. Kyle busted out of the miracle blanket regularly, but Paige can't get out of the Swaddle me no matter how hard she tries (if its done up right) and BOY does she try!!
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baby legs - i dont get them
i tried them on Paige, they're HUGE!!!! I don't really get them either. even though they're big they leave a ring around her thigh ...
i tried them on Paige, they're HUGE!!!! I don't really get them either. even though they're big they leave a ring around her thigh
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