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Q: Looking for Some Good Ideas for a Bedtime Routine for My 17 Mo Old    —Forest Park, IL

"Hi everyone. I havent posted here in a while. I am looking for some different ideas for a good bedtime routine for my..."

Q: Help! My Daughter Peed on My New Mattress!    —Las Vegas, NV

"Anyone have any idea how to clean urine out of a mattress? Any suggestions would be great, thank you!"

Q: Separation Anxiety    —San Jose, CA

"My daughter is 17month old she has been on the same routine for a year. My husband takes her to daycare and I pick he..."

Q: New Baby on the Way, They Need Financial Help    —Grand Haven, MI

"My daughter and son-in-law is expecting their 2nd child. He just got laid off 3 weeks ago. Daughter is on medical le..."

Q: Step-child Discipline    —Houston, TX

"Hello Mommies! I have received really great advice from this website, so here goes again...I will try to keep this sh..."

Q: Looking for Great Fitness Center or Gym    —Exton, PA

"Hello all I am new to the Exton, PA area and I am looking for a great gym that offers classes, daycare, spa, etc. I ..."

Q: Holy Cow My Husband Said We Could Find Someone to Help Clean the House!!!    —Mansfield, TX

"Ladies, my husband has finally realized how hard it is to work full time, spend time with him, take care of the littl..."

Q: Ballet in Far West Fort Worth    —Fort Worth, TX

"So I have already checked into Dance Etc. and I like it very much. However, I want to know if something more affordab..."

Q: Need Help Immediatley!!    —Fort Worth, TX

"I have a 4 yr old son who is currently attending the Early Childhood Center at Good Shepherd Lutheran church. I will ..."

Q: Potty Training    —Longmont, CO

"I am a grandmother of a 3 1/2 year old, her mother works full time so I watch her, Mom can't afford the babysitter. I..."

Q: Donating Blood    —Colorado Springs, CO

"There's a blood drive coming up and I usually donate, but I don't feel like waiting to ask them, so... Anyone know if..."

Q: Finish Peeling from Wood Floors    —Colorado Springs, CO

"I am renting a house with wood floors on the main level. I tried cleaning the floors with several kinds of liquid / ..."

Q: Sweet 16    —Pittsburgh, PA

"Hi I am looking for some ideas for my daughters sweet 16 party. It is in feb,but with the halls you have to book mon..."

Q: Laminate Flooring    —North Andover, MA

"Does anyone know of a good local place where we can buy laminate and they'll install? I've heard negative things abo..."

Q: Seeking Place to Have Daughter's1st Birthday Party--more Adult Guests Then Kids.    —Independence, MO

"My daughter will be turning one next month and we are looking for a place to have her birthday party. We expect to h..."

Q: Looking for Fellow Bicycle Riders    —Elgin, IL

"I am looking for other woman who enjoy bike riding to ride on the local bike trails. I'd love to start a woman's cyc..."

Q: Is This a Fare Rate for Sitter?    —San Antonio, TX

"I am going to be advertising for a babysitter around my neighborhood. Basically, she'd be watching my 8-month-old son..."

Q: 2 1/2 y.o., Hitting Adults    —La Grande, OR

"My 2 1/2 y.o son has been hitting myself as well as his grandmother and aunt for a while now. After he hits he says "..."

Q: Tender Breasts    —Montclair, CA

"Hi Ladies, I would like replys to soothe or concern either one. I am right inbetween periods, and for the past 3-4 da..."

Q: Preschool Time    —Madison, WI

"Hello, I have been looking for a preschool for my daughter now for a few months and I am having a hard time making a ..."

Q: What/how Much Does Your 9 Months Old Eat?    —San Diego, CA

"Hello, moms, this might be a repeated question. But I didn't find responses about a 9 months old baby. what/how much/..."

Q: 4 Year Old Itching    —Sacramento, CA

"My 4 year old has been constantly itching her vaginal area. She has started to complain about it and it appears red...."

Q: Teenage Support Group for Moms    —Austin, TX

"Does anyone know of a support group for single parents of teens in Austin. NOT talking about 'teen parents' - there ..."

Q: Baby Trend Sit and Stand Plus    —Rochester, MN

"There was a post earlier this week about double strollers and several people mentioned the Baby Trend Sit and Stand P..."

Q: Scrapbooking Night?    —Milford, CT

"I am new to this site but would love to have a scrapbooking get together. I Live in Milford and we could have it her..."

Q: Looking for Reviews of Day Care Centers in Gilbert    —Gilbert, AZ

"I am thinking of going back to work in August when my son will be 10 months old. I am really struggling however find..."

Q: Please Help! My Sister Is Pregnant and Doesn't Know Where to Go!    —Rowlett, TX

"Hi Moms, My little sis who is 22 just found out she is pregnant. She's already called the Medicaid office to start M..."

Q: Help! 2 Year Old Won't Go to Sleep on His Own After Entire Life of Doing So!    —San Antonio, TX

"Our 2 1/2 year old son Jack has always gone to sleep without a problem. Bath, book, rocking chair, kiss, into bed wit..."

Q: Help Building My Business    —McKinney, TX

"Hi, I am a hairstylist who recently decided to leave the employee based salon I was at and go into business for mys..."

Q: How Do I Keep a Diaper on a 21 Month Old???    —Novato, CA

"Welll. My lovely daughter is going through the phase right now where she is pulling off all her clothes and her diape..."

Q: Moms of ASD Kids...    —Fort Wayne, IN

"Hi, I have a 3 year old son with autism. We are moving to the Ft. Wayne area and were wondering what school district..."

Q: Want to Donate Children's Clothes    —Little Elm, TX

"I would like to donate my son's clothing to a children's or women's shelter. Do any of you know how I can find a plac..."

Q: Resources for Myself- No Maternity Coverage    —Olathe, KS

"Hi. I don't have maternity coverage and we are ttc. Does anyone have any resources I could go to for help with that? ..."

Q: How Do I Get Back on the Date Horse?    —Bronx, NY

"I think Im ready to get back into dating. I just don't know how or if it such a good idea. I know since Im a mother I..."

Q: How Do I Research a Certain Daycare?    —Chicago, IL

"Hello all :) This may sound a little stupid, but how do i find out if anyone had filed a suit or a complaint against..."

Q: Any Brand New Mommy's Out There?    —Fort Worth, TX

"Hi I just had a baby Jan 30th and I am looking for other stay at home New Mommy's in my area. I am not from Texas a..."

Q: Wheat in Baby Cereal    —Barrington, IL

"My son is 5 months old. We have recently started feeding him cereal. He had a blood test saying that he has a low a..."

Q: Swaddling    —Roseville, CA

"My daughter is 3 1/2 months old. I'm wondering how to no when they don't want to be swaddled anymore? She is a good s..."

Q: Christian DJ Needed for 13Th Birthday Party    —Arlington, TX

"Hi - I am planning my daughter's 13th Birthday Party and need a DJ, (or young person), to play APPROPRIATE music at t..."

Q: Looking for a Great Veterinarian in Yukon    —Yukon, OK

"I am looking for a veterinarian for our new puppy. We live in Yukon, so I want one that is in Yukon. I am not familia..."

Q: Painting Services    —Tampa, FL

"We want to get our house painted (exterior) and wanted to know if anyone can recommend a company that they were pleas..."

Q: Anyone Use Mirena??    —Kaneohe, HI

"I am almost 3 weeks PP and looking for a new method of bc. Having 2 kids makes it kinda hard to remember to take a pi..."

Q: Custody Question    —Houston, TX

"My fiance has been divorced for years all ready and he has 2 sons. One of his son is 16 years old and the other one i..."

Q: Seeking Ob/gyn Information    —Bradenton, FL

"I am looking for an ob/gyn that I can go to in Sarasota,FL that takes Medicad...can anyone help?"

Q: 4 Y/o Gets Angry Easily    —North Las Vegas, NV

"My son seems to get attitude alot lately and easily angered. It mostly seems geared at my fiance. We've all lived i..."

Q: Looking for Preschool in Montgomery/Oswego/Yorkville Area    —Montgomery, IL

"I'm looking for a preschool (2 or 3 days a week) for my 3 1/2 year old son. We live in Montgomery off Route 30 not f..."

Q: Infant Ear Piercing in San Jose Area    —San Jose, CA

"I want to pierce my 4 month old daughter's ears but I want it done by someone reputable and experienced. Apparently ..."

Q: Sleep Problem with My 5 1/2 Month Old.    —Alexandria, VA

"Hi all I'm having a problem with my 5 1/2 month old son. He's been sleeping through the night since he was three m..."

Q: Emotional Child    —Saint Paul, MN

"I have a five year old and she is the sweetest little girl I have even known. Of course I would say that cause I am ..."

Q: Seeking Tampa/St. Pete Moms!!!!!!!    —Tampa, FL

"I have just recieved several child safe kits that I am allowed to give away for free. It is one that allows you to k..."

Q: Looking for a Great Stylist    —San Diego, CA

"Hi, I am in the Mission Valley, San Diego area and am looking for a new hair stylist. If you know someone who does G..."

Q: Seeking Help for Wasted Breastmilk    —San Mateo, CA

"Please help! I'm trying to get my 9-week old daughter to take a bottle so my husband could help with the night feedi..."

Q: 10 Year Old Says No One at School Likes Him, Plays with Him , Talks to Him    —Shawnee, KS

"My child is cute, makes good grades, isnt involved in sports and thinks that why he has no friends. He says he hates ..."

Q: Kim Dawso and the Campbell Agency    —Hurst, TX

"I am interested in getting my grandson into modeling and acting. His is 2 years old and very cute, friendly and smart..."

Q: 3 1/2 Year Old Getting up and Coming into Our Room Every Night    —Longwood, FL

"Hello there....our son has been in his own room from 8 months old, he has been in a twin bed for over 1 1/2 years, no..."

Q: Transitioning 2 Year Old into Bed    —Anaheim, CA

"Hi Moms! I would like to transition my sons crib into the toddler bed (just taking the front rail off) and I am wond..."

Q: Need Help with Ealry Morning Waking Toddler    —Houston, TX

"HELP...I have a 25 month old boy who recently moved into his toddler bed (in june) because he started crawling out of..."

Q: My 4 Year Old Is Still Having Accidents    —Arlington, TX

"My 4 year old is having accidents at school he is in prekindergarden , how do I get him to use the bathroom like he ..."

Q: Need Help with Sick Kids    —Newport News, VA

"My daughter, who's 3 years old, and my son, who's 1 years old, are about to drive me nuts with the sickness. It's di..."

Q: Potty Training Problems    —Mount Holly, NJ

"My almost 3yo daughter has been training forever. She can stay dry for long periods of time when she is in panties, ..."

Q: Seeking an Occasional Babysitter    —Casselberry, FL

"Hello. I'm in need of an occasional babysitter for my 3 kids. Basically it's just for me and my husband to go out onc..."

Q: Need Organizational Tips for Art Supplies    —Plainfield, IL

"How do you store art supplies? My collection of arts & crafts supplies for my 2 kids has gotten out of control. We ..."

Q: I Want to Work from Home! Please Help!    —Hilliard, OH

"I work 2 part time jobs around my kids schedule. I work 2 days a week from 10-1 and 4 days a week from 10p-2a. The ..."

Q: Alternative to Pinata Sweets??    —Honolulu, HI

"My son's 1st birthday is coming up and we plan to have a pinata. However, I think he is too young to gorge himself on..."

Q: Looking for a Good Vet    —Helotes, TX

"So we took the plunge and got our son a puppy for his birthday! I am looking for a vet near the 1604 and Bandera are..."

Q: My Son Has Diarrhea    —Lewisville, TX

"Hello Ladies!! My 16 month old son has had diarrhea since Monday afternoon. He isn't running a fever nor does he lo..."

Q: Seeking Mom's Groups in the Williamsville Area    —Buffalo, NY

"I work part time (I am off on Monday's and Friday's), have 3 small children (all under the age of 4), no family in th..."

Q: Seeking Daycare in North Dallas Plano Area    —Dallas, TX

"I am looking for reasonable daycare for a almost 2yr old around the area of Frankford, Coit, Hillcrest & Preston road..."

Q: Strawberry Smoothie Recipe    —Plano, TX

"I want to start making yummy smoothies for the whole family and would love your favorite recipes! I have bought some..."

Q: Talent Show Idea    —Victoria, MN

"Our family is going on a 4 day vacation to celebrate my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary. My sisters-in-law have dec..."

Q: Bad Luck in the past W/ Peds    —Dallas, TX

"Does anyone have a pediatrician that they would recommend for my 25 and 13 mth old boys? i live in the dallas/carrol..."

Q: Newly Adopted Doggie!    —Frisco, TX

"My family recently rescued a a german shepard/basenji mix dog from an animal shelter. She has been great!! We think s..."

Q: Daylight Savings Time Causing Problems    —San Francisco, CA

"i wonder if anyone is experiencing any problems with the daylight savings time. here's my problem... my son is no..."

Q: Looking for Preschool    —Schertz, TX

"Hello I just moved to Schertz, Texas and I am looking for a reliable, clean, and educational preschool for my 3 year ..."

Q: I Have Not Really Felt My Baby Move and I Am 21 Weeks and 2Nd Pregnancy    —Blue Springs, MO

"I am 21 weeks along and have not felt my baby move much. This is my 2nd pregnancy and have read that you should feel ..."

Q: Child That Swears    —Plainfield, IL

"I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions to help me out with my little swearer. My son is 3 1/2 and swears like..."

Q: Vpk-volunteer Pre-Kindergarten in the Port Richey Area    —Port Richey, FL

"I would like to enroll my soon to be 4 year old son into the VPK program. I do not know who to contact to find out mo..."

Q: Can't Find XX Wide Boys Shoes    —Richardson, TX

"Hi there! I have an 18 month old guy who has extra-extra wide feet. Does anyone else have a problem finding sanda..."

Q: Help Me - Moms of Diabetic Children!!!!!!!!!    —Spring, TX

"I'm so sad. My little girl is changing!! She was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes a few weeks ago (thanks to this gro..."

Q: Sleep Help Needed for Colicky/reflux/preemie Infant    —Mesa, AZ

"My son was 5 1/2 weeks premature and right now he is 20 weeks from birth, but approximately 14 weeks developmental ag..."

Q: Which Sippy Cup?    —Ridgefield Park, NJ

"Hi, my son has been using the sippy cups with the rubbery straws. It's very hard to find replacement straws for thes..."

Q: Clingy 10 Mos. Old    —South Easton, MA

"Please help Moms..I am a first time mother to a very sociable, easy going 10 mos. old...However, unless I am running ..."

Q: Social Skills for My 10 Yr Old    —Lyndhurst, NJ

"Hi All Does anyone know if there are any classes my 10 yr old can take that can help him with some social skill de..."

Q: Am I Pregnant?    —Mount Washington, KY

"I am about 4 days late, and am usually like clockwork. I have taken 2 pregnancy tests, and both have come out negati..."

Q: Help - Do I Have Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?????    —Long Beach, CA

"Two days ago I woke up with a terrible sore throat - like there was a knife cutting me. Then, after 24 hours it went..."

Q: Seeking Advice on Preschool's in Queen Creek    —Queen Creek, AZ

"I have a boy who just turned 3 and i want to pt him in pre-school. not a day care but a pre school where he will be p..."

Q: Looking for Good Child Psychiatrist    —Tomball, TX

"I am in desperate need of a good child psychiatrist in the spring, tomball area. My son has severe ADHD, and we are s..."

Q: Walking Pneumonia    —Shawnee, KS

"my daughter has walking pneumonia she got diagnosed with it today when can she return to school?"

Q: Gifted Program CPS    —Chicago, IL

"Hi moms, I was wondering if any of you had had any experience with the Chicago Public school's gifted program tests. ..."

Q: Evening Childcare    —Marietta, GA

"Daughter living in Austell, no family around; looking for childcare (Cobb County,Atlanta area) that will watch 7 mo. ..."

Q: Divorce    —Arlington, TX

"Am needing to get a divorce from an abusive husband. Need a better job. Experience in offices-20 years ago and chid c..."

Q: Clogged Duct    —Chicago, IL

"I have a clogged duct and have been unsuccessful with getting it unplugged. So far I have tried hot compress with and..."

Q: Is 6 or 7 Years Too Far Apart for a 2Nd Child?    —Carrollton, TX

"I've recently been thinking about giving my only child a sibling in the next couple years. He just turned 5 in Octob..."

Q: Baby Food at 14 Months?    —Northfield, CT

"My son loves breakfast food and will eat any kind of fruit. He also will eat grilled cheese, but when it comes to ea..."

Q: Car Travel Tips for 10 Month Old    —Orange, CA

"I was wondering if anyone has suggestions on how to keep a ten month old a little entertained during a six hour car t..."

Q: Clay Cookware    —Plano, TX

"I am pondering clay cookware. Have any of you tried clay cookware, and if so, do you recommend it and which kind did..."

Q: Fiancee and Our Differences    —Delaware, OH

"My fiancee and I, are having some minor issues. We disagree on a few things lately and I was wondering if anyone coul..."

Q: 15Mo Never Eats    —Craig, CO

"Ever since my daughter turned one she started walking and won't slow down to eat. I thought it was just a phase but i..."

Q: Introducing New Food    —Chesterton, IN

"I have a question about introducing regular food (mashed) and then later table food. How have you introduced table fo..."

Q: Church Preschool Suggestions    —Minneapolis, MN

"We're currently living in Boston & will soon be moving to St Louis Park. My son is 3 & currently in a preschool he l..."