[-]What NYC restaurant would you go to for Thanksgiving dinner with a 3 year old boy?
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[-]18 month old DC slipped out of his second plaster splint in two days -- supposed to be protecting his fractured left foot -- xrays negative. Now he can weightbear with little pain. ER says to come back. The foot seems much better. Anyone with experience with a "fractured" toddler foot? TIA!
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[-]Does anyone else her have a problem with a certain singer LB who sings about spaghetti?
22 replies [ Reply | Watch | Options ]When my dd was born, my mother ran out and bought the CD and memorized the songs. I had to sit in the back of my parents minivan as they drove around singing that spaghetti song at the top of their lungs. My dd was 12w at the time and really didn't give a hoot, it really was one of the most annoying experiences I have had in the past few years.
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UB is the ONLY place I have ever heard of this singer. I think someone on here is obsessed with her.
[ Reply | Options ]ITTTA!! I'm convinced it's either LB herself or her publicist that keeps posting these innane questions. The only problem with that they usually end up in a flamefest of how boring and banal her music is... probably NOT the type of feedback they would like. But I guess in that line of biz, any publicity is good publicity?! FWIW - my kids immediately ask us to turn the channel when Berkner comes on Nick, for which DH and I are all too eager to comply!! Cannot STAND her "music"
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Wasn't there some movie/TV show where Emma Thompson played a similarly annoying singer? Can't remember what it was but it was hilarious. I always preferred Raffi myself or heck--how about just regular music?
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[-]DH taking myself and dd on Royal Caribbean cruise to Mediterranean in May, DD will be 25 months. Cruise to Rome, Florence, Barcelona, Cannes, Monaco. Anyone been on cruise and anyone leave their dc in the care of the cruise daycare facility? I've never been on cruise and travel agent talking up ability to leave child with providers but don't know if this is okay or not for a toddler. Any experience with this will be greatly appreciated. TIA
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[-]help me out -- I had a discussion with someone (who doesn't have dcs) who said she can foresee a time when women would choose voluntary surrogacy (paying someone else to have their db) instead of carrying a db themselves. That it's another change to how technology becomes a part of our lives and how we try to control/preserve our bodies in different ways. I just don't think efficiency would ever outweigh wanting to be pregnant, if you can do it (for most people -- of course, there are exceptions). What do you think?
28 replies [ Reply | Watch | Options ]I can foresee it, far not the road and for a handful of women, but once it starts the practice could grow. And I say this, even though the thought appalls me.
[ Reply | Options ]I do not think it would ever become routine. Yes, a very small group of women would choose this out of need or desire. But most women take pleasure in pregnancy on some level and it is a biological urge similar to sex.
[ Reply | Options ]that's what I feel, too -- there is a sense of pleasure, and almost a primal desire. But she suggested, couldn't the idea of what's pleasurable change? How do we know it's pleasurable before having gone through it?
[ Reply | Options ]I truly think it's similar to sex rather than plastic surgery - an innate desire, rather than a superficial/convenient act.
[ Reply | Options ]That's what I was telling her -- that it's hard to understand until you are on the threshold of being able to be pregnant. Why do we want it? Because of what others are telling you? Because of how we've been raised? Because it's primal/innate? I don't know, but it's powerful, and ITA with you -- I can't imagine efficiency/beauty/convenience is what would dominate.
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I've been pregnant twice and hated both pregnancies. There was no part of it that I enjoyed. I would definitely be one of those women who would pay someone to be my surrogate. Pregnancy is an amazing experience for some and torture to others. I don't think this would be mainstream, but could be a good alternative for some people.
[ Reply | Options ]But would you have done it BEFORE getting pregnant? In other words, you know now that you had a horrible experience (after having gone through it). How would you make the decision before knowing you personally had it bad?
[ Reply | Options ]Honestly, I would have gone the surro route even before I got pregnant. Always wanted kids but hated having no control over my body for 12 months (pregnancy + recovery). I would have to know that the surro method would ensure a healthy environment for my baby.
[ Reply | Options ]interesting! And you would feel like you could trust a surrogate to be a healthier environment than your own body?
[ Reply | Options ]i'm with you OR. two awful pregnancies. i suppose I would have tried it the first time, but definitely not the second (even though that one was slightly more bearable). if i could do this i may consider a third, but never want to be pregnant again. if the surrogate could be my husband than i'm first to sign up!
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I agree and feel the same way about woman who chose c-sections instead of regular birth when their is no medical need for one. Some woman said that they wanted it because they wanted their baby born on a certain day or b/c they didn't want to stretch out 'down there.' There is too much stock in vanity today despite the fact that woman have been having babies naturally since the world began. I don't like woman who seem proud of c-sections b/c of artificial reasons or concerns about themselves. Of course if there is a REAL medical reason than okay but 75% of the people I know that have ever had one had either vanity or a scheduling conflict that resulted in them wanting a c-section.
[ Reply | Options ]I disagree that elective c-sections are along the slippery slope to on-demand surrogacy. C-sections, even when elected for what you consider trivial reasons, do not involve using another woman, who often has much less money and many fewer options, to gestate your baby. I hated hated hated being pregnant, but would never choose the emotional complications surrogacy evolves. A scheduled c-section, on the other hand, was absolutely what was best for my baby and me. And stretching out 'down there' had nothing to do with my decision.
[ Reply | Options ]np: I'm glad to read that other women don't like being pregnant. I always hear such glowing stories of pregnancy. I not a fan, but I kind of felt alone in that opinion.
[ Reply | Options ]how old are you? All my friends and I were 35+ when pregnant; children dearly wanted. Very few -- even the yoga divas-- pretended that pregnancy wasn't ten months of nausea, swelling, and flatulence. I thought uncomfortable pregnancies might be a symptom of 'advanced maternal age', but my mother told me all her pregnancies, starting at age 24, were similar. So maybe my circle of friends are more honest/complaining than many . . . .
[ Reply | Options ]I'm 35 and pregnant. Was 30 with 1st pregnancy. I know women my same age and they seem to like it. Honestly I didn't have difficult pregnancies, but still don't seem to like or love it like some people I know. I like knowing I'm going to have a baby and I'm very thankful for my kids. But that glowing wonderful I love every moment of this look that some people have I just can't relate to.
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I had two C-sections for medical reasons. The first was after waiting 20 days past due date, being induced, 48 hours of labor then haveing a c-section and giving birth to a 10 lb baby. I'm 5;3" and 110 lbs. Damage was irreversible of carrying such a large child so late. My story is not that uncommon, and I wish could have opted for an elective C-section the week before due date because I knew it would go like that. I'm guessing you had relatively easy births so
[ Reply | Options ]Actually I did not. My birth was not easy. I did have a small baby but was 3 days late and after 9 hours of labor had only gotten to 2 cm. Not only that but my baby was only 6 pounds and I had a 4th degree tear that required 4 sets of stitches inside and out. I was in pain for days and unable to walk or get in and out of bed by myself. However, I would do it all over again and plan to have the next one vaginally too. Don't you read the responses carefully b/c I stated "of course if there is a REAL medical reason that is okay" I am not taking about people who actually have reasons I am talking specifically about people who do it for vanity or selfish reasons, this does not apply to every person who has ever had one.
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I think there is a lot of research yet to be done on the impact of the mother (or surrogate) on the fetus' development. I don't think a baby's personality is solely genetics, i think it must be affected to some extent by maternal behaviors as well. Since I am a control freak, I would want the baby in me so I would have full assurance that the baby was in a good environment at all times. But i have thought a LOT about surrogacy...i want 2 kids close in age, and it would be much nicer if i had 10 months to recuperate with my hubby and child, rather than getting immediately preg again. the only other thing stopping me is trying to explain to my MIL why she couldn't come to the hospital...i know...but if she didn't know, and i completely truste...
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[-]Westport CT moms - Does anyone know the going rate for a daytime occasional babysitter for 2 kids (baby to toddler)? W/e evening babysitter? Housekeeper (really cleaning lady) who comes 1x/week to a 4bd house?
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[-]I went on a job interview this past weekend(nanny). I loved the family and am really praying I get the job. They said they had a few interviews lined up will make a decision by the end of this month. I am still with my current employer and she told me she hasn't been contacted yet for a reference. Do you think that is a bad sign( that they haven't called my references yet) ?
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[-]anyone else have a serious problem with their dh's bald spot? how do you stand to look it the shiny head?
23 replies [ Reply | Watch | Options ]my dh is incredibly kind, smart, sexy and funny, a great father and a wonderful husband. the fact that he is thinning on top doesn't even register on me. sheesh, op, priorities.
[ Reply | Options ]ummm, i am sure that you have issues too. and he probably overlooks them, because you have to except imperfections in a mate... and aging is going to happen.
[ Reply | Options ]sounds to me like you have a problem with DH, not his bald spot. otherwise you would easily be able to look past it.
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[-]i have the worst dandruff--it is just gross and I am mortified
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[-]Seeking Advice: I am a SAHM with a 27 month old and 13 month old. They are generally healthy boys, but the 13 month old was in the hospital for 2 days (Sun night-Tues pm) for bronchiolitis. We are now treating at home and all is going well, he's getting better. Had a follow up with pedi on Wed and he saw fluid in ear. Today's follow up the fluid was still there and cloudy. no infection, no redness. the pedi left it up to us if we want to treat now or if it becomes infected (I have a script). I'm torn as I don't like medicating unless necessary, but he's been through a lot and don't want him to be uncomfortable when I can prevent it. Neither of the boys have had an ear infection and I have no experience with this. WWYD?
6 replies [ Reply | Watch | Options ]OP: thanks. I forgot to say 2 things...she did mention that if it was her child she probably would treat...but less due to the symptoms and more because he has been sick and he's not 100%. also, she did not request another follow-up appt for the bronchiolitis, so unless he has symptoms of the ear infection we probably won't be back for a few weeks (to get his flu booster). if I do start treating, we would have to go back 2 weeks after to make sure it all went well.
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[-]Do you think it really makes any difference if you interview with the DOA, let's say at HM, collegiate, or someone else??
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[-]i got an email from Obama-I donated and now I get email updates from his people--the subject line was Sarah Palin and they used the word liar and the word dangerous--so a few things--fear mongering as a tatic to get the dems in line--i don't condone it, second of all-the more you keep talking about Palin the more of a threat she will become and third I would really rather the president talk about the merits of the programs instead of his people using this as a tactic. I think it lacks courage.
33 replies [ Reply | Watch | Options ]I don't believe for a second that was an official email. Why don't you post that email here?
[ Reply | Options ]Right now, Sarah Palin is on a highly publicized, nationwide book tour, attacking President Obama and his plan for health reform at every turn. It's dangerous. Remember, this is the person who coined the term "Death Panels" -- and opened the flood gates for months of false attacks by special interests and partisan extremists. Whatever lie comes next will be widely covered by the media, then constantly echoed by right-wing attack groups and others who are trying to defeat reform. As we approach the final sprint on health reform, we can't afford more deception and delay. We need to be ready for anything -- and have the resources to respond with ads, events, and calls to Congress when the attacks come. So we're setting a big goal:...
[ Reply | Options ]: $500,000 in the next week to help push back against Sarah Palin and her allies. Please chip in $5 to help reach our goal.
[ Reply | Options ]https://donate.barackobama.com/page/contribute/dnc08Palin?source=20091119_MS_Palin_nd_inact&returnlink=false
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np: I believe you but everything in the e-mail you received is 100% accurate, unlike the words coming out of Palin's mouth. I get annoyed that the dnc keeps asking for money, but I like that they are truthful in their e-mails, unlike the ones from the RNC.
[ Reply | Options ]OR: Sorry, i stepped away. I do believe you now--but from what you had said, I expected a different sort of email entirely. I don't believe that is fear mongering. Unfortunately, I think the misinformation they are referring to--the "death panels" and false characterization of what is in the bills--is dangerous. I certainly think that the president should focus on the merits of proposed programs, but when blatant lies are being bandied about--and spread in the national media, by those who should know better--I agree that those lies must be addressed.
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id on't see anything wrong with calling her a liar or dangerous, nor with taking her seriously since she's clearly priming herself for a run in 2012. worse would be to brush her off as a harmless annoyance imo.
[ Reply | Options ]it is petty and beneath the dignity of the president, whether it is done by his office or his proxies.
[ Reply | Options ]but it's not beneath the dignity of someone clearly running for president to call the president a liar and dangerous?
[ Reply | Options ]you evaluate the merits of a candidate and how they act is absolutely worthy of consideration. Once in office, however, you should comport yourself with the dignity afforded the office.
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palin was still in office when she made up the death panel lies. or is the office of governor not afforded any dignity?
[ Reply | Options ]I don't know whether she was or wasn't, as I do my best to pretend she doesn't matter. Nevertheless, the presidential office shouldn't be operating on her level, should it?
[ Reply | Options ]are you high? it's not the presidential office, it's the dnc. and i don't see what you quoted as dirty politics or a smear campaign. it's all fact.
[ Reply | Options ]didn't realize it was the dnc. That is exactly who should be sending out this stuff. I had my panties in a twist when I thought it was another instance of overreaching, akin to the WH press office lashing out at Edmunds when it criticized the auto bailout program.
[ Reply | Options ]fact? it is interpretation and it is beneath the office of the president. Remember? New politics? Not the same old Washington crap?
[ Reply | Options ]np: would anybody dispute this? That she made that false death panels statement and that the claim was then widely covered by the media? "this is the person who coined the term "Death Panels" -- and opened the flood gates for months of false attacks by special interests and partisan extremists. Whatever lie comes next will be widely covered by the media, then constantly echoed by right-wing attack groups and others who are trying to defeat reform."
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[-]A preschool called to schedule an interview. I did not take the first date offer which was a week away but instead scheduled one a month away on a day that is more convenient for me. Now I feel bad that the later interview date may hurt DC's chance. Does it really matter?
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i took the latest interview dates i could get at the schools i was most interested in--i figured by then dd would have more practice at the play visits (or if it were just an interview for me, i'd have a better sense of what i wanted to ask, etc.). it worked out great and dd was accepted by 7 schools. so don't sweat it, it can work out for the best.
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[-]If you like your dd to become a doctor, send her to Brearley. If you want your dd to marry a doctor, send her to Spence. If you want your dd to be mistress to a doctor, send her to Chapin.
7 replies [ Reply | Watch | Options ]That isn't how it went. Spence was the mistress, Chapin the wife and Brearley the doctor. If you are going to be stupid get it right
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Actually, if want your girl to produce trashy TV reality shows that embarrass the youth, go to Brearley. If you don't want your girls to participate in those shows, send them to Spence or Chapin.
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[-]Looking to donate some baby items - baby swing, exersaucer, etc...Does anyone know of a place that will take such donations on the UES? I know there is a Good Will, but it's a bit far north - looking for something in the 70s. Thanks!
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[-]First time ever that we are getting a christmas tree. What is the best way to put on the lights? Do you start from top to bottom or vice versa, and do you weave it in and out of the branches? Also, is the tree skirt supposed to come up all the way, covering the tree stand?
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[-]DS is learning to walk and I know the best thing is barefoot but it's cold in my house. Suggestions?
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Those cute little sock slippers from Hanna Andersson. I think you can find similar things at Lands End.
[ Reply | Options ]Swedish moccasins -- http://www.hannaandersson.com/style.asp?from=SC|20|1|156|45|9||&simg=22896_D42
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[-]What are some good educational/stimulating toys for birth to 6 months, other than a good mobile above the crib?
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tupperware and wooden spoons. they play with them and when they outgrow it you can use them in the kitchen
[ Reply | Options ]So many developmental milestones were hit on the TinyLove Gymini playmat-from 5 weeks-5 mos. Also, those stripey sox w/colorful plush additions on tops of the feet are pretty great. Lamaze makes those. The Ikea folding cloth,plush animals, soft barn is such a great toy to have through the stages and will be around for at least 2 years. HABA does fun,wooden, pull back toys which will be vey engaging and encourage movement and hand-eye.
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