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• Forum Post: Recommended items for orphans age 1-14?

  Posted 04/15/2013 02:38:50 EDT

  In a few weeks, I'll be travelling to Haiti, and visiting an orphanage.  There are 65 children, age 1-14.  I'd like to bring some items for the children, both practical and fun.  I only have young chi more »

• Forum Post: Newly Diagnosed ASD

  Posted 04/14/2013 07:23:05 EDT

  While I don't have experience with this particular area, I do have some experience in the area of EI intervention.  So I'll just share a few things I've learned.   It sounds like you've made a lot of more »

• Forum Post: Gift for MOM instead of 1 year olds?

  Posted 04/13/2013 02:11:02 EDT

  I think the first birthday, especially for triplets, is a significant one.  Their mother has certainly earned a special gift, or even simply a card recognizing their hard work and dedication would mea more »

• Forum Post: 1st birthday party tips/advice

  Posted 04/11/2013 03:01:03 EDT

  I'd recommend keeping it small, but it looks like that's not an option.  Remember that a lot of people can be overwhelming for a one year old. Also, keep it short.   That's a lot of stimulation for a more »

• Forum Post: Feeding Fussy Preschoolers

  Posted 04/09/2013 06:49:38 EDT

  I've got a picky eater, and one who eats everything.  I've raised them both the same way, so try not to drive yourself too crazy. One thing that has worked well for me is to focus on the "Trying" inst more »

• Forum Post: Sleep training?

  Posted 04/07/2013 01:05:14 EDT

  We all go through this, and it can be rough.  Regardless of what the "experts" say, it's important to find an approach that works for your family.  I could not bear prolonged periods of crying, so we more »

• Forum Post: Tween Girls

  Posted 03/23/2013 06:09:54 EDT

  I just went to Winslow farm this morning for their easter egg hunt.  It's a really quaint, small animal sanctuary.  You can get really close to the animals, which was pretty unique and fun. I mention more »

• Forum Post: Tween Girls

  Posted 03/20/2013 05:23:55 EDT

  There's a place in the Legacy Mall in Dedham called Make Meaning, it's sort of a cool, crafting place.  A cool environment for that age group, and a wide variety of projects to choose from.

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• Forum Post: Friend wants advice... not sure what to say.

  Posted 03/04/2013 12:10:26 EST

  Give her advice, but choose your words carefully, be constructive and provide specific examples and instruction.  Give her helpful tools to solve the problems.  Criticism and judgement might make her more »

• Forum Post: The science of "crazy" moms

  Posted 03/03/2013 12:58:45 EST

  Saw this article on CNN, I thought it was kind of interesting.  It was good to know the science behind the emotions.  Thought other paretns might find it helpful.   http://www.cnn.com/2013/03/01/livin more »

• Forum Post: OT- Vacation!

  Posted 02/26/2013 09:43:12 EST

  I hear great things about Bermuda.  If you're inclined to stay local, I also hear great things about Montreal.  With the money you save on travel, maybe you could plan a special event or two.

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• Forum Post: Traveling with Carseats - Necessary?

  Posted 02/26/2013 09:38:53 EST

  I've only done it twice, but I used the rental carseats and they were fine.  Not super fancy, but all car seats have to pass standard safety testing and installation was a breeze if you're familiar wi more »

• Forum Post: Need a date night sitter?

  Posted 02/21/2013 04:54:01 EST

  Are these sitters screened, or background checked?

   

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• Forum Post: BF questions

  Posted 02/06/2013 01:59:22 EST

  Stefani2, I am all to familiar with low production and that crazy guilt cycle.  I went into #2 thinking I was prepared with a good plan (try bf and see how it goes, if it doesn't work out, ff is a tot more »

• Forum Post: BF questions

  Posted 02/05/2013 06:33:50 EST

  Stefani2, I just want to say, it's OK if you don't want to BF.  I know that there can be a lot of pressure, but ultimately, YOU are the one who has to decide what's best for your family.  Even your DH more »

• Forum Post: Gifts for a godson

  Posted 02/05/2013 05:26:23 EST

  My mom came up with a great idea of giving my kids "activities" instead of "stuff."  She has given them swim lessons, or a Gymboree type class etc.  It really is a gift that keeps on giving, because i more »

• Forum Post: Birthday Party Venues in Metrowest

  Posted 01/23/2013 03:33:31 EST

  Also, check Boston Parents Magazine in the back they have party listings, and BostonCentral (www.bostoncentral.com) has some great listings for things to do, including a party section.

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• Forum Post: Storage/Toy Box ideas

  Posted 01/15/2013 08:33:10 EST

  I also recommend the storage ottoman.  I have ones that have a padded top that flips to give you a wooden table surface.  Also good for extra seating in a pinch.   I found the best price at target. I more »

• Forum Post: Exclusively pumping moms

  Posted 01/15/2013 02:56:49 EST

  Congratulations on your new baby!  This is a wonderful and exhausting and challenging time, just full of surprises, right? I had some similar experiences and I know it can be so hard.  I just want to more »

• Forum Post: Advice needed on home daycare issues

  Posted 01/09/2013 12:50:56 EST

  I think you're right to pull her, it sounds like it's time for a change and you don't want the stress and anxiety to escalate any more. I understand that you're feeling stressed, about the conversatio more »

• Forum Post: Urgent sleep help needed!

  Posted 01/03/2013 02:25:18 EST

  Sleep issues can be so challenging for the whole family.  It's hard for me to be clearheaded or rational when I'm exhausted, so I sympathize.  Sounds like teething could be the culprit, with doctor's more »

• Forum Post: 5 year old girls - what are they into?

  Posted 12/14/2012 01:44:56 EST

  In addition to "stuff" comsider giving the gift of an activity.  Ice skating, a craft class, a special outing together.  My mom is into the activity gift for my kids, and it's a real treat for everyon more »

• Forum Post: Local Trip/Family Resorts?

  Posted 12/13/2012 12:33:25 EST

  Winter cabin fever is coming and I thought it might be fun to take a week-end trip.  I'm looking for someplace local (less than 3 hour drive) that has some kid friendly activities (age 1.5 and 4).  So more »

• Forum Post: Car Seat Turning Question

  Posted 12/02/2012 09:25:04 EST

  The new car safety recommendations say to keep carseats backwards until two years old. Our 18 month old is big for her age, but she doesn't seem too bothered by riding backwards (though she is a littl more »

• Forum Post: "Adopt A Family" with Preschoolers

  Posted 11/30/2012 01:21:29 EST

  I explain it to my kids very simply, less is definitely more - You know how you like to get snacks out of the pantry?  Some families don't have any snacks in their pantry.  Let's go to the store and p more »