''Toddlers and Tiaras?''?

Q. What do you think about parents that have their kids compete in such competitions?


thanks

Answer
The moms are the ones who want to compete. The little innocent girls have no idea what they want. They just want to play with dolls and ride bikes- that's what they should be doing. I watch ''Bones'' and they had an episode where the little girl's mom treated her daughter very badly because she wanted her to be more competitive. And at the end the little girl ended up dead. :(

When i have a kid, i will never have her compete in such competitions. Because if i did, it would be like taking away her childhood.

Should I go bike riding with my dad or go out with my girlfriend?

ak-74u

Earlier when I talked to my girl she asked if we'd see each other tomorrow, and I told her I didn't know cause I told my dad I would ride bikes with him. She wasn't too happy about it. Started telling me I was going out with another female, calling me an idiot, saying she wasn't talking to me anymore because she had better things to do with her time (which hurt my feelings), and to top it off she hung up on me. About an hour later I got a text from her saying she was ok with everything now but she's crying herself to sleep. So I texted back saying I loved her and told her that she was being too sensitive, she has no reason to cry. I realized that was a mistake cause she got mad about that too, saying she wasn't and to have fun tomorrow with my b*tch.

I saw her everyday last week except this weekend due to her working; I think that's good. I don't know if I should go or not. I love this girl a lot and I don't want her to be mad at me, but I also told my dad like 2 weeks ago that i'd go with him.

Thanks in advance
She is in her 20s acting like this btw.

Answer
Go bike riding with your dad, are you serious?

Why would you hang out with that selfish brat after she treated you the way that she did? Does this girl even have any redeeming qualities? What is there to love about a person that doesn't want you to do things that make you happy? What is there to love about a partner who doesn't trust you and thinks that you're out banging somebody else just because you don't spend every waking second with them? What is there to love about a person whom you can't be yourself around and have to word things gingerly for? What are you doing with this girl?

She sounds like a complete psycho. Trust me, you are going to kick yourself one day in the future for wasting your time with her. I know it. All guys go through a phase where they let some psychotic, selfish little girl take their balls from them, and they ALL feel stupid about it later. How could you allow yourself to be treated this way? Don't you have any self respect?

My god. I would NEVER act that way with my boyfriend. I avoid drama because I hate it, and I love him and want him to be happy. In fact, today was our anniversary (3 years:)) and he spent hours with his family, and it didn't bother me one bit. I encouraged him to go because I know that Sunday is his family day, and I didn't want to take that from him. I don't ever want to act in a way that would hurt him, or ignore something that is important to him. I think of him as a human being, not something that I own....she's treating you like you're her puppet.

What do you love about her? Seriously?

Anyway, go with your dad and have a good time. Give her some time to realize how she's behaving. Even take pictures on your bike ride, holding up a newspaper from that day, so that she can see that you were riding bikes with your dad on that specific day. Then dump her because she accused you of cheating, and threw a tantrum as if she were a selfish toddler not getting some coveted toy or other.

You don't deserve to be treated this way. I hope you know that.

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Moms & Dads with toddlers around 1-2 years old... Just for fun questionnaire?

ME

Just for fun... Tell us a little bit about your little one. If you want to have a moment to "brag", you'll be forgiven,lol :-)

1. How old is your little one?
2. Boy or Girl?
3. How big are they?
4. Do they have any brothers or sisters? If so, how do they interact each other?
5. What does your little one like to do for fun?
6. Whats their favorite food?
7. Do they talk a lot? How many words can they say, any favorite words?
8. Anything else interesting that you would like to share... Feel free! :-)

THANKS FOR ANSWERING!!!

1. 16 months
2. Girl
3. Her last doc. appt @ 15 months: She was 31 1/2 inches tall & 23 lbs
4. She has a 3.5 month old little brother(almost 4 mo.). She LOVES him so much... constantly "helps" with him. She comes running when he cries and lives to give him lots of hugs & kisses. And he is truly amazed by her. He watches her every move & laughs and smiles when she talks to him.
5. She LOVES to read and play house- with containers, pots pans, play forks & spoons etc.
6. She LOVES Macaroni & Cheese!!! ( I tend to "hide" her veggies in it- shhhh don't tell her!!! :-)
7. She talks CONSTANTLY, she knows quite a few words-over 30 & just learned to count to 6!!! her favorite word... Hmmm, she LOVES to say the word "apple" & "Dora"
8. She L-O-V-E-S music & loves to dance!!! :-)

Answer
1. How old is your little one? 19 months
2. Boy or Girl? Girl
3. How big are they? 32 inches 24.5lbs
4. Do they have any brothers or sisters? If so, how do they interact each other? She has 3 dogs & loves them
5. What does your little one like to do for fun? Anything outdoors. Going for walks on her bike (3 in 1 trike) and playing at the park
6. Whats their favorite food? Any fruit really, I guess watermelon or strawberries are best though
7. Do they talk a lot? How many words can they say, any favorite words? She talks a ton. I can not count how many words, she is now coping almost everything we say. Her favorite word is her favorite toy... "Bear"
8. Anything else interesting that you would like to share... Feel free! :-)
Belle is learning fast, she can count to 3 and say some letters of the alphabet song. She loves to play and make us laugh. She is the most amazing girl in the world.

toddler bike or toddler princess car?

Maria Vill

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11151322 or http://www.walmart.com/ip/Disney-Princess-Girls-Convertible-Car/14254325

Which one should I pick it out for daughter's 3rd birthday next week.. What do you think?!

Answer
If you do not intend it to be a surprise let her chose :), if it's a surprise get the car, it's nice.

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Toddler bike with push handle?

Q. I'm looking for a toddler bike with training wheels (not a tricycle) that also has a push handle for my little girl (I add the little girl part because she thinks she is a princess and everything has to look like it's for a little girl, so no red and blue). I have searched on-line for about 2 days now and the only ones I can find are in Europe. Needless to say I don't want to pay shipping from Europe. If anyone knows where to find one and could help me out I would greatly appreciate it!!

Answer
Here are some I found

http://www.amazon.com/Girls-Grow-Go-Bicycle-Exclusive/dp/B001NLONZS

http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/190-4848824-8503507?asin=B0026JP38C&AFID=Froogle_df&LNM=|B0026JP38C&CPNG=toys&ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001

http://www.toystoreinc.com/servlet/the-10575/Radio-Flyer-Girl's-Grow/Detail

I hoped this helps.

what kind of bike should i get a 4 year old?

Q. what kind if bike should i get a 4 year old girl.. what should i look for in a bike? she is on the short side.

Answer
my nephew is 3 almost 4 and we got him this bike

Boys' Gravel Blaster Learning Bike - Blue (28")

http://www.target.com/Boys-Gravel-Blaster-Learning-Bike/dp/B001OU0HEE/ref=sc_pd_gwvub_3_title?ie=UTF8&pf_rd_r=2DFD37AFAFD843B6ADA6&pf_rd_m=A1VC38T7YXB528&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B001THDKZA&pf_rd_p=58371022&pf_rd_s=bottom-4

Toddler Diego Helmet with Pads

http://www.target.com/Toddler-Diego-Helmet-with-Pads/dp/B000OMO8WU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&qid=1268602132&frombrowse=0&fromGsearch=true&node=1038576|1287991011&keywords=toddler%20elbow%20pads&searchSize=30&id=Toddler%20Diego%20Helmet%20with%20Pads&searchBinNameList=subjectbin,target_com_age,target_com_gender-bin,target_com_character-bin,price,target_com_primary_color-bin,target_com_size-bin,target_com_brand-bin&searchNodeID=1038576|1287991011&searchRank=price&sr=1-3&searchPage=1

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Moms & Dads with toddlers around 1-2 years old... Just for fun questionnaire?

ME

Just for fun... Tell us a little bit about your little one. If you want to have a moment to "brag", you'll be forgiven,lol :-)

1. How old is your little one?
2. Boy or Girl?
3. How big are they?
4. Do they have any brothers or sisters? If so, how do they interact each other?
5. What does your little one like to do for fun?
6. Whats their favorite food?
7. Do they talk a lot? How many words can they say, any favorite words?
8. Anything else interesting that you would like to share... Feel free! :-)

THANKS FOR ANSWERING!!!

1. 16 months
2. Girl
3. Her last doc. appt @ 15 months: She was 31 1/2 inches tall & 23 lbs
4. She has a 3.5 month old little brother(almost 4 mo.). She LOVES him so much... constantly "helps" with him. She comes running when he cries and lives to give him lots of hugs & kisses. And he is truly amazed by her. He watches her every move & laughs and smiles when she talks to him.
5. She LOVES to read and play house- with containers, pots pans, play forks & spoons etc.
6. She LOVES Macaroni & Cheese!!! ( I tend to "hide" her veggies in it- shhhh don't tell her!!! :-)
7. She talks CONSTANTLY, she knows quite a few words-over 30 & just learned to count to 6!!! her favorite word... Hmmm, she LOVES to say the word "apple" & "Dora"
8. She L-O-V-E-S music & loves to dance!!! :-)

Answer
1. How old is your little one? 19 months
2. Boy or Girl? Girl
3. How big are they? 32 inches 24.5lbs
4. Do they have any brothers or sisters? If so, how do they interact each other? She has 3 dogs & loves them
5. What does your little one like to do for fun? Anything outdoors. Going for walks on her bike (3 in 1 trike) and playing at the park
6. Whats their favorite food? Any fruit really, I guess watermelon or strawberries are best though
7. Do they talk a lot? How many words can they say, any favorite words? She talks a ton. I can not count how many words, she is now coping almost everything we say. Her favorite word is her favorite toy... "Bear"
8. Anything else interesting that you would like to share... Feel free! :-)
Belle is learning fast, she can count to 3 and say some letters of the alphabet song. She loves to play and make us laugh. She is the most amazing girl in the world.

toddler bike or toddler princess car?

Maria Vill

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11151322 or http://www.walmart.com/ip/Disney-Princess-Girls-Convertible-Car/14254325

Which one should I pick it out for daughter's 3rd birthday next week.. What do you think?!

Answer
If you do not intend it to be a surprise let her chose :), if it's a surprise get the car, it's nice.

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Tips for babysitting 6 children with a friend?

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Julia

Hi I am 15 years old and I was asked to babysit 6 children, and to ask a friend. I asked my family friend who is 19 years old so both of us will be babysitting the kids.
The ages are 7, 5.5, two 4.5, 2.5, and 10 months old.
Only two of the kids are girls.
Supposedly they are all easy children.

Any tips to handling everyone? Activities we could do to keep the busy, etc? How to stay organized?

Answer
First of all, I would split up the kids. For instance, I would take the kids that are 4.5-7 (all of whom should be more independent), and I'd ask the other sitter to take the 2.5 year old and the 10 month old. You could also ask the other sitter to take the 4.5 year old, leaving you with the 5 and 7 year olds. Or vice versa (you could take the younger ones). I prefer caring for the older children, so I have listed for you the way I would go about this.

If you are caring for the infant and the toddler, you'll want to make sure that you are watching them around the clock, and keeping them happy. Play with toys, get down on the floor, be interactive.

For the older kids...it really varies on "handling them". Do these children get along with one another? That is usually the biggest problem...sibling rivalry. I usually bring along with me board games, crafts, and maybe a ball.

This one ball can be used for indoor games like monkey in the middle, silent ball, or even hot potato; and also the typical outdoor games. Crafts can be whatever you want to make out of them. With that many children, I'd keep it simple. I bought a great "Spin Art" kit from Meijer which was a huge hit. I also like the "Color Wonder" paints (no mess!), though crafts are endless in possibilities.

How will the weather be? With four kids, tag is great. As is hide and seek (which can also be played indoors). Then of course there are the typical outdoor games (Football, etc.). Ride bikes, shoot hoops, possibly put together a scavenger hunt.

Also if you are indoors with the older kids, you could always make a fort! They normally LOVE that!

Of course keep all of the children fed and well cared for. If this runs into the evening, I usually would bring the kids in and calm them down an hour or two before bed time. Watch a movie. That is a great way for the kids to unwind and get prepared for bed. Read books to any children that request it, and get them to bed! Once they are sleeping soundly, enjoying the rest of the evening for yourself, but be sure to check on the kids frequently.

Best of luck, and have fun!!!

~ Kris

What does your toddler want from Santa for Christmas?

gg

Lol...my daughter is 22 months. She is constantly saying that if she is a good girl, Santa will bring her:

1. A bike, and
2. Grapes!

Lol...got any funny stories?

Answer
My son almost three wants a little tikes piano from santa and gordon (thomas the tank engine train) and some more train tracks. I can't wait to see his face when he sees the rest b/c he thinks that is all he's getting. He doesn't realize mommy and daddy buy for him as well.

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At what age do you think is appropriate for a girl to start wearing a bikini?

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Rinky

Or even if you don't think they should ever wear one. I'm 14 and I've been wearing them since I was a toddler, not to be sexy- I just feel more comfortable in this. Do you think child predators have an impact on the acceptable age to wear a biking today? Opinions please?

Answer
i dont thing it matters tbh! theres nothing wrong with wearing a bikini at a young age.. its your opinion that really matters thgh!

What does your toddler want from Santa for Christmas?

gg

Lol...my daughter is 22 months. She is constantly saying that if she is a good girl, Santa will bring her:

1. A bike, and
2. Grapes!

Lol...got any funny stories?

Answer
My son almost three wants a little tikes piano from santa and gordon (thomas the tank engine train) and some more train tracks. I can't wait to see his face when he sees the rest b/c he thinks that is all he's getting. He doesn't realize mommy and daddy buy for him as well.

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What do you do when others guilt you about leaving children for the weekend?

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SnapIt!!

My daughter is 6, and we've been going through a rough patch, but for the most part, we're fine. It's just me and her in the house. I dirt bike on a regular basis, while my daughter's with friends or with my sister. I recently joined a group, and we're going away this weekend. I haven't been away from my daughter in months. I asked her dad if he'd watch her (which he never does), and he is guilting me about leaving Friday night, all day Saturday, and returning that night. I'm having my very good friend stay tonight, my daughter's toddler teacher hand out with her on Saturday, and my sister taking her Saturday night in the event something happens with the weather, and I can't return until Sunday. My mother is also on my case about me leaving "so often". I work full time, I'm home in the evenings and just about every weekend. I might take a few hours out of my Saturday and go ride for a while, but that's only if I have a sitter. My daughter's not old enough to come with me, yet. I'm not sure how much time is too much time.
Also, activities. Because of the fact, I'm on my bike a lot, especially in the summer, I want my daughter to come out with me, but her dad says if I do that, he'll have me in for child abuse because dirt bikes and motorcycles are "unsafe" at her age. I want to do activities as a woman, and I want my daughter to go with me, but she can't and I still get guilted into leaving her behind. I've given up a lot to be a mom (friends, night out, girl time with friends, etc). Should I give up personal activities, as well?

Answer
Ask yourself, would a man do this - secure babysitting to go off and have fun - and feel guilty? Of course not. Would he be stupid enough to want to take along a six-year-old girl? Of course not. Think like a man. You have a right to a private life. Some things are better not shared. Risky stunts like dirt biking is an example.

How to potty train a boy when daddy works all the time?

Q. I have a 2 year old that I really need to start potty training. It is much easier with a girl. LoL I am wondering what is the best way to potty train my son since his dad is always busy?

Answer
Being a former preschool teacher and home childcare provider, I have potty trained MANY children and dozens of little boys..... There are lots of articles on the subject - but here is my personal experience:

1) A man does NOT have to be the one to teach a boy...Besides you are better off having small boys who are just learning - to SIT on the toilet and hold their "privates" facing down into the toilet, as opposed to standing. They can learn standing later after they are fully potty trained.

2) It is important for YOU to be relaxed about this whole thing. Learning to use the toilet is a natural transition stage in a child's life and shouldn't be rushed. When the parent is anxious... so will the child be.

3) There are exceptions to every rule (both of my own children were potty trained before their 2nd birthdays) -- But this is not the norm. Most toddlers begin to naturally lean towards using the potty between 2 1/2 yrs to 3yrs. And on the other end -- there are children who are still not potty trained at 3 1/2- 4.

4) The bottom line is that when a child is READY to be potty trained, my experience has been that it has NEVER taken longer than 3 days - week -- TOPS!!!! HONESTLY!!!

---- HOWEVER ---- and this is HUGE..... When a child is rushed to be potty trained before they are ready... it can take several months.... 'causing undue stress and anxiety on both child and parent..... AND... in many cases these children go on to have many more accidents than those who were not rushed.

I have seen it time and time again... a child going from adamantly refusing to use the toilet.... to one week later doing a complete about face and being totally potty trained in a matter of days.

5) The best time to begin potty training is to take your cue from the child.... When they show an interest in sitting on the toilet... or when they are "fed-up" wearing diapers... START.

6) Give them an INCENTIVE to use the potty.... something like "stickers" everytime they go.... and then give them a sticker to wear -- and another one on a chart. When they earn so many stickers -- they get a reward (try not to use candy...)

7) Give them a really great reward when they are fully potty-trained (Fully = wearing underwear.. and staying dry through the night on a regular basis) -- A really great reward for our children was a new bike. Make it something THE CHILD wants.... could be a movie, a toy, whatever... The idea is that they will be self-motivated to do it.

8) DON'T BELITTLE, SCOLD, YELL, COMPARE TO OTHER SIBLINGS OR OTHER KIDS, etc.... Some children are afraid of the toilet.. Use positive reinforcement only. -- And comparing is another way of belittling or humiliation.

9) Make the bathroom a fun place... with pictures, singing songs, whatever.... Put a photo or picture of something that interests your child at eye level across from the toilet.

10) Once you have started the potty training... Do "potty prompts" every 1/2 hr.... IE... every 1/2 hr ask if they have to go, & physically take them there if they have been dry for an hour -- even if they say they don't need to. Young children sometimes do not recognize the sensation of "having to go" -- and it is amazing when you put them on the toilet and they get surprised because the pee-pee comes out.

****** PULL-UPS ********

This is such a tough area..... But based on my experience again... When a child is started on potty training on their timing -- no parent should have to purchase more than one box of pull-ups.

Pull-ups are GREAT and BAD.... We all know the "great" reasons... But here are the "not-so-great" aspects....

They are way more expensive than diapers -- so if you start using them too early... it is going to cost you a lot. They have a tendancy to leak out the sides... ruining clothes, furniture, etc... They definitely are not designed to hold BMs... and kids at this age have larger BMs . -- Pull-ups have "stay dry" linings so that many times, children will runaround with a full pull-up and not feel a need to be changed.

What I have found works with pull-ups is to start using them when a child has begun to "tell you" that they need to go -- OR -- at the very least they are holding it naturally until you prompt them to go....

.... And for the child who wants to wear pull-ups because they are sick of diapers, and pull-ups are cute but they aren't at all interested in the potty...... USE THIS AS AN INCENTIVE.... Say, "Okay Johnny... Pull-ups are for big boys who are trying to use the potty.... If you will at least try.... Then you can wear pull-ups" (etc.)

Once you put them in pull-ups.... DO NOT change them like they were diapers.... (unless you have to).... treat them like underwear.

What really works for most kids is when they are home with you for the day (and "they" are ready for potty training) -- let them wear underwear..... If they have an accident... Most children immediately feel the sensation of wetness and do not like it and will run to the bathroom -- or at least tell you. This feeling quickly teaches them to recognize the sensation of having to go.... Of course you will have to deal with the mess... But if you are okay with that.... then most parents I have dealt with have found this worked for them -- and many times a student of mine has gone home on a Friday wearing pull-ups and by Monday they are in underwear.

My final word of advice on this is, once again.... RELAX -- This can be -- or actually -- SHOULD BE a fun and rewarding transition.... not one full of strife.

... Oh... one other thing... about the standing.... Little boys love to watch their Dads pee (let him)... But Mom's make the best teachers because we teach them to wipe themselves, wipe around the rim, put the seat down AND wash their hands! These are lifelong lessons that go a long way.... And their future wives will thank you!!! *LOL*

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