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Q: Vowel Movement    —San Juan, PR

"I have a 9 year old girl that only does her poop when she is asleep and not every day. She goes to the potty for pee..."

Q: My 7 Year Old Is Afraid of Bowel Movement Due to Pain... Not Constipated.    —Orinda, CA

"Hi ladies - I am at a loss and would love to hear someone's input if they have experienced this. I apologize for the..."

Q: Dermotologist    —Plano, TX

"Looking for a good dermotologist in the Plano area. Any recommendations? We have Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance."

Q: Potty Training    —Aztec, NM

"Our daughter started potty training herself. We started with putting the potty chair in the bathroom, and every morni..."

Q: Baby Furniture    —Plant City, FL

"A friend from church gave me a crib which is very nice but my problem is finding furniture to match it. Any ideas???..."

Q: Dentist    —San Antonio, TX

"My daughter is 18 months and her "ped" had mention that it is time for her to see a dentist. Does anyone know of a g..."

Q: Recovery Question for Moms Who Had a C-section    —Orangevale, CA

"Hi moms! OK - two questions related to c-sections. I had a c-section 6 months ago and still have what I would conside..."

Q: Potty Training Tribulations    —Silver Spring, MD

"There should be an entire category on potty training in here. Our 3 year old (39 months) is pretty much entirely pott..."

Q: ERGO...what Do You Think?    —Roscoe, IL

"Hey Moms, I trust your advice more than any others. I've heard good things about the ERGO baby carrier. I'm consi..."

Q: Worst Pain of My Life, Help!!!    —Arlington, TX

"I have been breastfeeding for 3 months now and just this past week I developed blocked ducts in my left breast, those..."

Q: Soon to Be a SAHM    —Dunlap, IL

"Any of you stay at home moms have any little tricks to save some money? My husband is really worried about me quitti..."

Q: Another Dora the Explorer Question!    —Rutherford, NJ

"You all have helped me in the past when I was looking for a particular dora episode, so I hope you can help again! M..."

Q: Gift Suggestions for 10 Year Boy    —Virginia Beach, VA

"Hey Ladies! I need some suggestions for a gift for a boy that will be turning 10. I do not have a lot of money to bu..."

Q: Seeking Good or Best Orthopedic Surgeon in Houston    —Houston, TX

"Am looking for a real good orthopedic, specifically knee, surgeon in Houston, Texas. Willing to travel to Medical C..."

Q: Sleep Issues Too!    —Naugatuck, CT

"We have tried a modified CIO several times to no avail. He doesn't even cry, he screams that ear drum piercing scream..."

Q: How Do You Potty Train a Boy with Developmental Delays    —Clarksburg, MD

"Hello, I have a 3 year old boy with global developmental delays. He does not use a lot of verbal communication howe..."

Q: Starting Breastfeeding How Long Does It Hurt?    —Idaho Falls, ID

"Just a simple question how long is it painful and you want to scream when you first start nursing?"

Q: Pierced Earring Rack    —Durant, IA

"Hey any fashionistas! Where can I find a storage rack for pierced earrings? I have dangly ones and studs. Sometime..."

Q: Homemade Cleaners    —Nampa, ID

"I was wondering if any of you have good homemade multipurpose cleaners you like to use. Like to clean my stove (insid..."

Q: Help I Need Some Advice    —Fort Worth, TX

"My 10 month old wont go with anyone if anyone tries to hold her she cries sooo much speacially doctor visits n some f..."

Q: Need Info on 3Rd Row Seat Suvs    —Arlington, TX

"My family is looking to buy a used 2003-2006 vehicle with 3rd row seating..we have a 10yr old and an 8 yr old who fig..."

Q: PICA Syndrome    —Springfield, MO

"I have 4 year old twin girls and have an issue with 1 of them I need advice on. I have received great advice here be..."

Q: 6 Month Twins Waking to Eat Every 3 Hours    —Columbia, SC

"This has been an ongoing problem since the girls were born. THey have yet to sleep through the night. The new pedia..."

Q: 19 Month Old Hitting Me    —Austin, TX

"Hello, I am having difficulties with my 19 month son. HE has been hitting me when he gets angry or doesn't get hat h..."

Q: Musty Smell in Basement    —Elk Grove Village, IL

"My husband and I have just moved into a major fixer-upper. I have never lived in a home with a basement before, and ..."

Q: Ditching the Pacifier    —Huntingdon Valley, PA

"My son will be 3 on Halloween. My goal is to totally ditch the pacifier by his birthday. He is fine with out it dur..."

Q: Looking for a Cider Mill/Pumpkin Patch    —Berkley, MI

"Hi, Can anyone recommend a good Cider Mill that also has a good selection of pumpkins and something fun for younge..."

Q: Help with Teenage Acne    —Absecon, NJ

"Hi Moms Hoping you can help me out. My 15 year old son is having problems with acne. Any advise or help you can offe..."

Q: Any Experiences with DuPage Medical Group Allergists    —Aurora, IL

"Hi Moms It looks like I've developed my first food allergy...as a 36 year old. I'm in an HMO so am limited to t..."

Q: Tension Between Mom and Husband    —Walnut Creek, CA

"A little background... my mom and I have had issues over the years. She is very emotionally dependent and I get frust..."

Q: How Much Formula for a 7Kg Baby    —Petersburg, NY

"My girl is almost 4 months, she gets total 25 oz per day (24 hours), is that enough for her? Any pediatrician recomen..."

Q: Breastmilk Going Sour Quickly    —Scottsdale, AZ

"In the last couple months, I've noticed my breastmilk is going sour very quickly in the fridge and I was wondering if..."

Q: Looking for Daycare in Spring    —Spring, TX

"My Mother-in-Law has been watching my son for the past year, but she has decided to go home. So, I am looking for a c..."

Q: How Do You Potty Train a 3 Y/o Boy?    —Las Vegas, NV

"My son shows sign of needing to be potty trained. He comes to me the second he pees in his diaper, he will even go in..."

Q: 18 Weeks Pregnant and Mom Not Able to Sleep Through the Night    —Lynnwood, WA

"Hello moms! The last two weeks I wake up around 2am and can't fall back asleep until maybe 4 to 5am. I start thinki..."

Q: Diaper Rash in 3 Week Old    —Hillsborough, NJ

"I have a 3 week old son with horrible diaper rash on his bum. We are only using cotton and water to clean him (no wi..."

Q: 24 Hr. "Morning" Sickness    —Grapevine, TX

"I am about 7 weeks pregnant and have had severe nausea, 24/7 with fatigue. I was pregnant twice before, but had 2 mis..."

Q: Dad Constantly Eating Child's Food    —Holly, MI

"My boyfriend does this thing that really bugs me.... he is always eating off our child's plate. Lately my son has be..."

Q: Income Taxes for Babysitting    —Indianapolis, IN

"I currently babysit for one child. Not a lot of money to brag about, but it allows for a little cash each week as we..."

Q: Daughter Pulling Away from Mother    —El Cerrito, CA

"I am writing on behalf of my sister. She is a single mother of 2 (both girls 5 and 11) who devotes everything to her..."

Q: Are These Appropriate Movies for a 13 Year Old to Watch at School?    —Pleasanton, CA

"My child came home with a permission slip for the following movies this school year. My child does not want to watch..."

Q: Seeking Suggestions for Friend Who Has to Be on Bedrest for 2 Months.    —Venice, CA

"Hi everyone, Would love to hear suggestions on how to care for and entertain a friend who has to be on bedrest for t..."

Q: Playground Politics    —Syracuse, NY

"Is it okay for me to play on the equipment with my 18 month old son?(stairs,helping him up&down slides)...I swear, I ..."

Q: Postpardom Depression Advice    —Greensboro, NC

"I'm wondering if I should seek help for my depression. I am a first time mother of an energetic 11 month old. I lov..."

Q: Twins Will Not Nap    —Austin, TX

"My mother takes care of my children during the day while I am at work. I have twin girls who will be 2 1/2 in Decembe..."

Q: Swings' Staying Power    —Mountain View, CA

"Hello. I am a new mom to a 3 month old and am considering getting her a swing. I plan to use it when I am doing som..."

Q: What Is Your Favorite Product to Help Acne?    —Northville, MI

"My hormones seem to be changing and I keep breaking out around my mouth and chin. What are your favorite products to ..."

Q: Gardasil for My Daughter?? Any Advise?    —Olmsted Falls, OH

"My daughter is 11 and I am seeking advise on if I should have her get the Gardasil vaccine. Im 100% undecided on thi..."

Q: Am I Bribing Her?    —Franklin Park, IL

"My 16 month old daughter has entered the "NO!" stage. Things that she used to do without question, she now runs away..."

Q: Need Help with Food!!!    —Spring, TX

"To make a long story short, my daughter who is 5 months old has a milk/soy protein allergy. I was told to cut it all ..."

Q: Help! Need Advice on Fun Activities/outings for Two Teenage Girls...    —San Francisco, CA

"Hi moms, I could really use some ideas! I am volunteering as a mentor for two teenage girls ages 12 and 16. We get t..."

Q: Dealing with Mother-in-Law    —Milwaukee, WI

"My MIL is horrible, and I'm sure some of you can relate. She is always throwing daggers and comparing my DD (her only..."

Q: Sometimes It's All So Out of Control...    —Bellingham, WA

"I have three VERY high-energy kids. I make sure they eat healthy, have lots of outside time, creative outlets, etc. T..."

Q: My 10 Year Old Boy Curious About Sex Already!!    —Canonsburg, PA

"My Husband and I recently saw that our 10 year old boy was looking up things on the internet relating to sex and girl..."

Q: Pregnant with Bad Allergies    —Irvine, CA

"7 1/2 weeks pregant, with horrible allergies. I have been taking Alavert, however due to the severity its been daily...."

Q: What to Do with All the Artwork/homework Papers the Kids Bring Home????    —Plainfield, IL

"I have a dilema, need some input. I have twins and they are in kindergarten. I can't seem to part with all the artw..."

Q: Reasonable Veterinarian for Dog Around La Habra Area??    —La Habra, CA

"Hi we just adopted a puppy & he was not fixed. I called around to see how much it would be to nueter him & they want ..."

Q: Possible Bad Relationship?: Could Use Some Advice.    —Clarksville, TN

"I'm currently 7 weeks pregnant and not married to the baby's father. We've been dating for 9 months and don't want to..."

Q: Stain Removal?    —Holland, MI

"I just bought a nice used Columbia ski jacket but failed to notice in my haste of shopping with a 3 yr old failed to ..."

Q: Information on Seborrhea    —Prosper, TX

"Hello! My 6 week old son developed what looked like baby acne on Monday. Tuesday a few of the spots looked worse an..."

Q: H1N1 Vaccination    —Cleveland, OH

"Hello everyone! I am just looking to see what the members are thinking about the H1N1 vaccination for their children..."

Q: Potty Training    —Perry, MI

"We are trying to potty train our 22 month old daughter. We have a new baby coming in January and would like her to be..."

Q: Medicine Help!!    —Kansas City, MO

"I am having serious issues getting my almost 2 year old to take any kind of medicine. Her doctor just prescribed her..."

Q: Seeking a Pediatrician in Walnut Creek    —Walnut Creek, CA

"Our family recently moved to Walnut Creek and are looking for a pediatrician for our 7 yr. old boy and 3 yr. old girl..."

Q: Stain Remover    —Saint Paul, MN

"I have picked up a lot of clothes from garage sales, but noticed quite a few stains. Does anyone have a home recipe ..."

Q: 2 Yr Old Who Bites When Angry    —Fort Collins, CO

"I look after a 2 yr old boy and a 1 1/2 yr old girl. I also have my own 2 children who are 3 (girl) and 1 (boy). I ..."

Q: DJ And/or Bartender    —Plainfield, IL

"Hello, I live in the Plainfield/Joliet IL area, and I am looking for a reasonably priced Bartender and DJ for a 30t..."

Q: How to Get Rid of Pacifier    —Dallas, TX

"Need some ideas on how to help 13 month old get rid of pacifier. He only uses it at night and for naps but would have..."

Q: Questions About Mirena    —Lansing, MI

"Hey all, I'm scheduled to have the Mirena IUD put in on Wed. My neighbor has it and loves it but of course in the ..."

Q: Pregnant    —Salt Lake City, UT

"I just found out that I am pregnant with my 6th baby. I am loooking for a great loving, understanding midwife that ..."

Q: Ladybug Birthday Party on Christmas Day    —Carrollton, TX

"My daughters birthday is Christmas day and we are doing it in ladybugs the problem is I cant seem to find a cute lady..."

Q: Free Income/expense Tracking Software    —Eureka, MO

"Hi mamas! Does anyone use a free income/expense tracking software or online tracking that they would recommend and t..."

Q: Being a Stepmom    —Aurora, CO

"Here is my simple question that I can't seem to figure out and I'm thinking I need therapy for it by now? Been marri..."

Q: When Should I Plan My Sisters Babyshower?    —Dallas, OR

"My sister is 4 months pregnant and due Feb. 15. Her other kids are 15 and 11 and neither was planned as we were both..."

Q: 15 Month Old and Crying It Out    —Dresher, PA

"hi mom's - hope this finds everyone well! my daughter has always been an excellent sleeper. She goes down awake and i..."

Q: Good Pumpkin Pie Recipe from Scratch    —Cockeysville, MD

"I am wondering if anyone has a good pumpkin pie recipe from scratch. I took my son to the pumpkin patch last weekend..."

Q: Tantrums    —Culpeper, VA

"My son, like most children, gets upset when he doesnt get his way. If I dont give him milk when he asks for it, when ..."

Q: Box O Wine    —Rutherford, NJ

"If I buy a box of white wine to use for cooking, can I keep it in my pantry closet, or does it need to be refridgerat..."

Q: Need a Good Hairdryer    —Arlington Heights, IL

"This seems kind of silly to ask on here but does anyone have any recommenendations on a good hairdryer (that wont bre..."

Q: "Trunk or Treat"    —Fort Worth, TX

"We are going to be participating in a "Trunk or Treat" this Halloween. We have never done this before so I thought a..."

Q: Questions About Section 504    —Carol Stream, IL

"My son had some accomodations in grade school and this year he is in middle school. His accomodations were minor - h..."

Q: *Please Help Me Figure This Out*    —Saint Charles, MO

"I'm having a major issue and I really need some advice. My son just turned 3 months old and I started going back to w..."

Q: Too Much Talking    —Chicago, IL

"My son is in the 1st grade. Hi has some vision issues that have delayed his reading and some fine motor issues so his..."

Q: Seeking Advice    —Saint Paul, MN

"So, my birthday is tomorrow. My husband, every year, asks me what I want for my birthday. I tell him something I wan..."

Q: Family Pictures    —Salt Lake City, UT

"I am getting our family pictures taken but do not want to pay ALOT of money and I need to be able for them to do phot..."

Q: Big Help with My Monthly Finances!    —Dallas, TX

"I recently purchased an energy saving device from a local businessman. I saved 28% off my electric bill in the first..."

Q: Odor in Garbage Disposal    —Apopka, FL

"I've noticed that my garbage disposal is starting to smell and I'm not sure how to get it out. I've tried bleach and ..."

Q: Kindergartner Having a Hard Time    —Woodinville, WA

"My oldest son started kindergarten this year and sometimes has a really hard time with separating in the morning. ..."

Q: Red Jello Stain on White Linen Upholstery, Yikes!    —Gresham, OR

"How does one get red jello out of white upholstery? I have found out that red jello stain is not organic, as an all d..."

Q: 4 Month Old Eating Too Much?    —Lansing, MI

"Hi Moms, My daughter, who is 16 weeks old weighs about 12 pounds. I know this is average for her age group. Anyway..."

Q: Advice on Adoption (Not Private Adoption, Probably Foster Care Adoption)    —Parachute, CO

"Hi ladies, My husband and I have 2 great kids, ages 4 and almost 2. We'd love to have another, but don't feel it wou..."

Q: Birth Control    —Fort Worth, TX

"im looking for a birth control im not looking to have anymore kids for about 5 years from now. I was taking yaz But i..."

Q: My 3 Year Old Daughter Has Absolutely No Interest in Potty training..please Help    —Copiague, NY

"My lovely daughter has absolutely no interest in going potty. She is very strong-willed and will not give up her diap..."

Q: 11 Month Old Sleeping Too Much?    —Newnan, GA

"Hi everyone! The irony of this post is that 8 months ago I was asking about how to get my daughter to nap...now I ne..."

Q: 4 Month Old Not Sleeping    —New York, NY

"My four month old baby girl (she will be 5 months next week ) is not sleeping as well as she use to. For awhile she ..."

Q: Marriage Issues    —Truckee, CA

"This may be a wierd question, but any moms out there staying in a marriage where you get little emotional support? As..."

Q: Tooth Fairy    —Reno, NV

"My daughter is about to lose her 1st tooth. I need some very creative ideas on what to do for her. Please any ideas a..."

Q: Mr. Sassy Pants    —Oak Lawn, IL

"Recently my 4yr. old started preschool and is loving it. But lately he has been picking up on the other children's s..."

Q: Behavior    —Beverly Hills, CA

"I have a 5 yr old son wh refusess to listen to anything i say to him so i end up yelling at him. his behavior consis..."

Q: Endometriosis/LupronDepot Shot    —Avon, OH

"Hi Ladies, I just had the Laproscopy done last Friday. The main reason of having it done was that I had fluid behin..."