Archive for September, 2008

Any tips on parenting a newborn that you wish you had known ahead of time?

Tuesday, September 30th, 2008
Peytons Mommy asked:


I’m about 2 weeks or less away from having my first baby and I’m scared to death that I’m going to mess up…I know that there are natural instincts I will have but I’m sure there are things I should know ahead of time…Do any of you have any tips for me when parenting my new baby that maybe you wish you would have known ahead of time that you would like to share with us….Thanks!!! :)

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Posted in Newborn & Baby | 21 Comments »

Is it bad parenting when parents leave their kids with grandparents instead of being the active parent?

Monday, September 22nd, 2008
LookInsideYourself asked:


Would it be considered “abandoment” if minimal contact was maintained and no support was given, even though the parents have money and they say they will support their own children but don’t? How do the grandparents protect the grandchildren and get the parents to use “tough love” on themselves and take responsibility instead of “taking the glory but not the responsibility”? (Grandchildren taken in during hard times but now parents are solvent and able, but won’t step back up to the plate.)

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Do you think the majority of parents take parenting seriously?

Sunday, September 21st, 2008
.vato. asked:


I’m not talking about you personally. I’m talking about parents in general as a whole. Do you think parents (even when their children are at a young age) practice foresight? Do you think parents really take that responsibility to heart–almost like a job–and do their best?

Now, I’m talking about you. How do you feel about parenting books in general? What is your main concern as a parent? Do you think the parents who do not take parenting seriously will some day have an effect on your own children?

I’m just curious. I’ve been noticing more and more my own awareness of parenting. I’ve been really nervous (as I’m sure many parents are) about what I do now and the effects it will have on my children later. By all means, I’m confident about my parenting abilities and I’m always trying to improve but it’s so hard to figure out fact from fiction when there are so many “experts” out there.

Do you choose to follow an “expert’s” advice? If so, which one and why?

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Posted in Parenting | 7 Comments »

Do I respond to a “Responsive Notice of Motion and Motion for Parenting Time Assistance” in Minnesota?

Saturday, September 20th, 2008
ajallstarr asked:


I filed a motion, the other party responded. And I would like to know if I should respond and file a response. Or respond by just presenting it in court on our hearing date. What is best?

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How does a mother know if they are secure in their parenting skills?

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008
RearFace@18mo. asked:


Does she have to have more than one child or can she know form one, what makes a mother secure in her parenting?

Posted in Newborn & Baby | 7 Comments »

Do I respond to a “Responsive Notice of Motion and Motion for Parenting Time Assistance” in Minnesota?

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008
ajallstarr asked:


I filed a motion, the other party responded. And I would like to know if I should respond and file a response. Or respond by just presenting it in court on our hearing date. What is best?
If I am not adding to the hearing but responding to his proposal, is it best to file a response or just discuss in court? I am looking for what a judge/court prefers as standard practice.

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What kind of parenting or discipline should i enforce with my 3-year-old daughter?

Wednesday, September 10th, 2008
miyan asked:


Whenever I ask her to do something she refuses. She even reasons out like adults. She hurts her younger sister, classmates and even elders as well as her teacher. If know websites where i can learn parenting much better.

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Posted in Toddler & Preschooler | 2 Comments »