What are your opinions on daycare?
I would rather not put my daughter in daycare because of the germs. Now if she had to go because you HAD to go to work, then that's different but just to interact with kids I would not do that myself. Plus, daycare is soooo expensive. We are starting Mommy and me swim classes in March. You can also do playgroups like Gymboree etc. We are very involved in our church so my daughter gets to play with other children on Sundays and Wednesday.
How do I get a second opinion when my daughter is in the NICU?
I am so angry/ frustrated right now! My daughter Emmalee was born 1 week ago today, she was born at gestational age 33 Weeks. How ever she is doing fantastic! She has never had to be on a ventilator always room air she has done PERFECTLY with all of her feedings. She is breast feeding as much as they will allow her to and today she took a bottle also. The hospital has a feeding protocol she has been breast feeding 1 time per shift (every 12 hours) well today I was told she could start feeding protocol... I guess all the breast feedings she has been doing have been practice and they are now officially starting the protocol??? I am confused I don't understand. She acts hungry and is rooting about every 3 hours she is showing us she is hungry and she has been at a full feeding 32 cc's .hey still want to feed her by that stupid tube for no reason at all other than I think it is easier for them. She is constantly gaining weight. She holds her temp just fine she breast feeds better than my other kids ever did and honestly I don't understand why she is in the NICU. Of course she is small but she really acts just like a full term baby would. All of her AP GARD scores have been 9's. I am so sick of people telling me when I can and can't hold my baby. When I can feed her. How long she has has to eat... etc... I am at my breaking point and I don't know what to do. I really think they are not being aggressive enough with her. I think they are taking there sweet time because I have outstanding insurance! Of course I want what ever is best for her... she is my baby! I don't think that her being there is the best thing for her. I have 2 other kids that cry constantly because they want to meet there baby sister. ^ years and 4 years and I am so worried that they are getting depressed because of our situation. They beg me everyday mom I won't touch her can you just bring her to the window... and there is no window for them to peek in at her. So I need help I need advice. Has anyone ever been through this or something similar? Any advice or comments would be greatly appreciated! Thanks
Is my marriage over?.....can it be repaired?.....all opinions needed badly!?
yeh i have got ocd....ive had it 3 years but i only have on compulsion...and that is the certain way in which i put my deodarant or aftershave on....thats about it.
MY FATHER-IN-LAW GAVE MY SON BEER!!!!! OPINIONS PLEASE! Sorry this is long its alot of info. But I need help!!
Ok so my son is 2 1/2 and when he was 4 mos old we were out to dinner with a bunch of our family and my father in law was holding my son and he started giving him some of his margarita and I flipped out and he hasnt done it since. Well today my in laws came over and I walked back into the room and I saw that my FIL had a beer up to my sons mouth. I ran over and said no no no and told him not to do it and that he better never do it again. My dillema is that we are supposed to go away next weekend for 3 days with my husbands whole family for his aunts bday and now I am not sure if I want to go and if I do go I dont think I want my son going. But then he will miss out on going swimming and things like that becasue it is at a lake. I also have a 4 mon. old daughter and I am afraid if I take my son I will be worried about him the whole time and neither one of us will have any fun. We also have an issue w/my fil smoking around my kids and I am constantly trying to keep that under control to.
My daughter is going to be named Chandler, but we are going to call her Chandlee as a nickname. Opinions??????
Ok. Her full legal name is going to be Chandler Raina Alauna Campbell. But we are going to call her Chandlee as a nickname since Chandler sounds too... boyish from other opinions. Do you think Chandlee will be a nice nickname for her? Her due date is March 11, 2007. James, our oldest picked out Chandler so we asked people on here what their thoughts were... they suggested Chandlee as a nickname since Chandler sounded too boyish. What do you think of Chandlee as a nickname for a girl named Chandler? I already have a James Chandler, Emma Lee, Madison Gweneviere and hubby Blaine Victor and me, I'm just Olivia Erin.
PARENTS: i need your help! what are your opinions on cuddling for teens?
I think you're mom is being a little oversensitive, cuddling is always nice as long as you're not sitting on his lap and both of you have your hands out of the inappropriate areas, i dont see the problem, everyone, including guys, like to cuddle and feel close to someone they care for, even teenagers. you leaning your head on his shoulder or chest isnt going to "get him off", but unfortunetally there isnt really much you can do to persuade your mom except for tell her how you feel in an adult manner, dont whine, or yell, tell her calmly, act responsible and she might give you more responsibility
Would you let your 24-year-old daughter date a 30-year-old guy?
I’m 31 and I’ve dated women that were 20, 21, and 23. I don’t actively seek out women that are younger, and each time they have been the one to contact me. I prefer younger women because they aren’t desperate to marry and have children, which is often the case with women in their 30’s. If the relationship does become serious, it eliminates the concern of the woman having difficulties with childbirh, because the complications of having a child increase exponentially after age 35.That being said, it rarely works out because I am looking for a more serious relationship, whereas they are usually looking for the perks of dating someone who is financially stable enough to take them out to nice dinners, etc. Women also mature at an earlier age than men do, and most girls in their early to mid-twenties aren’t satisfied with the boys their age. Older men don’t play games, and are usually honest about what they want out of a relationship.Your daughter is 24, and more than capable of making her own decisions. In reality, she is probably interested in this man because of his money and what he can provide for her, while the man actually likes and has feelings for her. I think that when it’s all said and done, she’ll wind up breaking his heart. However, these relationships can, and occasionally do, turn out to be very fulfilling and happy partnerships.As long as he isn’t controlling, manipulative, or emotionally/physically abusive; you should let her date him. She has to decide for herself what she wants and learn from her mistakes. However, if this man isn’t willing to meet you (as her parents), that is a huge red flag. If he truly cares for her then he would be want to meet you and explain to you his intentions with your daughter.
Should I Allow My 15 year old daughter to ride in a vehicle with a 17 year old guy?
My daughter is 15 and is currently talking to a 17 year old. She want to go on dates with him in his truck. I need other parents opinions. I'm no sure what direction I should take on this.