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Starting a college course - when would be best? started by Snowflake777 (3/14/11 at 4:30pm)	Thanks for the input, guys. After typing it out I realised... 3/19/11 at 3:25am by Snowflake777	4	115
Lowering the crib mattress at 3am, yay. started by theoldmommers (3/19/11 at 12:32am)	We use the arm's reach co-sleeper as a stand alone bassinet... 3/19/11 at 12:32am by theoldmommers	0	108
Sleep schedule for an infant? started by greenmulberry (3/18/11 at 10:21am)	At 5 weeks old, Cecilia couldn't be awake more than an hour... 3/18/11 at 10:20pm by Cecilia's Mama	5	318
Spot on Back of Head Where Hair Wears Off started by mra (3/16/11 at 1:12pm)	For my DS, we called it "Baby-Pattern Baldness!" My DD was... 3/18/11 at 9:34pm by Bird Girl	9	288
The "kissing instinct"? started by OvenSeeksBun (3/13/11 at 1:29pm) 1 2	Cecilia does have teeth and all of her kisses are pretty... 3/18/11 at 4:58pm by Cecilia's Mama	22	741
Difference between allowing expression of emotions and crying it out? Is shushing stifling? started by bebestar7 (3/17/11 at 1:32pm)	I LOVE this. So beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing. 3/18/11 at 12:07pm by frisbar	10	608
I can't believe what MY doctor said to me today! started by LittleBirdy (3/17/11 at 4:12pm)	oops double post 3/18/11 at 11:27am by 1stTimeMama4-...	6	539
Advice: highchair and pack n play started by kimkim (3/12/11 at 12:51pm)	We LOVE our high chairs!! We splurged a little and got a... 3/18/11 at 9:32am by JulieInChicago	9	390
Raw skin in leg creases! Help! started by mra (3/17/11 at 6:56pm)	caedenmomma, I thought I was the only one who did the hair... 3/18/11 at 7:40am by waiting2bemommy	6	384
Finger Foods started by Jane93 (3/17/11 at 7:46pm)	With little success (but we will keep trying), we have done... 3/18/11 at 6:51am by caedenmomma	2	209
7.5 DS gagging every time he eats, yours too? started by isras1 (3/16/11 at 7:15pm)	It really sounds to me like your baby is not ready for... 3/18/11 at 5:26am by mom2happy	4	137
Alternatives to Polyvisol; Baby multivitamins with Iron started by olivebubble (3/17/11 at 1:13pm)	Yep, regular Cheerios are also iron fortified, so they are... 3/17/11 at 10:11pm by Cecilia's Mama	6	486
"Advanced" Baby Food started by SeattleRain (3/16/11 at 10:52am)	oh oh oh.....how about bean chili with melty cheese on top... 3/17/11 at 7:18pm by tzs	18	364
Worried - newborn isn't pooping started by Megan73 (3/13/11 at 5:52pm)	yay! Poop! Congrats Good idea about the colostrum - I... 3/17/11 at 5:32pm by PatioGardener	11	730
iodine supplementation in case of radiation fallout started by rainbow_mandala (3/14/11 at 7:42pm)	Good idea. I'm going to try to do some errands and go about... 3/17/11 at 4:08pm by slaggyc	18	1,131
Do you worry about coloring your hair if you are breastfeeding? started by mra (3/16/11 at 11:35am)	FYI http://www.llli.org/faq/hair.html 3/17/11 at 12:25pm by dejagerw	5	163
baby supplies that are easily forgoten started by lexapurple (3/14/11 at 6:48am)	Completely forgot I started this thread. LOL. Thank you for... 3/17/11 at 8:57am by lexapurple	16	455
Arms Reach Co-sleeper?? started by mad4mady (3/13/11 at 6:54pm)	We have the full-sized Arms Reach (not the mini) and we love... 3/17/11 at 5:51am by Janesque	14	375
Just needing some fellow AP encouragement started by emsparrow (3/14/11 at 8:34pm)	Our girl is only 10 months so I'm not much further down the... 3/17/11 at 5:08am by katelove	10	376
Our first fever :( started by MamitaM (3/16/11 at 3:59pm)	Just so you know, fevers tend to be highest in the late... 3/16/11 at 10:45pm by SeattleRain	3	91
6 month old, small? started by Triceratops (3/14/11 at 2:06pm)	I can't remember the height but I remember that both my kids... 3/16/11 at 6:41pm by camprunner	13	470
A day in the life... started by OvenSeeksBun (3/16/11 at 10:47am)	I bought a baby toothbrush and just gently brush her gums... 3/16/11 at 5:36pm by OvenSeeksBun	6	225
I HATE naps! Arghhhh!!!! started by newmamalizzy (3/15/11 at 6:32am)	One 2 hour nap would be an hour more than she usually naps... 3/16/11 at 4:20pm by newmamalizzy	9	286
Should I feed my baby more even though she doesn't act hungry? started by Monarchgrrl (3/16/11 at 12:24pm)	Does she empty her bottle? Maybe add another oz in there to... 3/16/11 at 12:42pm by Parker'smommy	1	94
8-month-old now very fussy, refusing bottle (still nursing OK) started by ProtoLawyer (3/16/11 at 9:52am)	Thanks. He's not particularly happy right now. I'd be more... 3/16/11 at 12:28pm by ProtoLawyer	2	316
Warm clothes for baby started by nilatti (3/14/11 at 10:31am)	Now is a good time to keep your eyes open for warm stuff on... 3/16/11 at 11:40am by Chamomile Girl	8	214
5mth old making Mom sick with lack of sleep? started by tscmommy109 (3/15/11 at 3:57am)	Yeah he slept a few hours last night between the screaming.... 3/16/11 at 10:58am by tscmommy109	4	216
Do you give your babe "puffs" or "melts"? started by Blessed1 (3/8/11 at 9:12pm) 1 2	Lol this thread is busy! To answer OP's question, no of... 3/16/11 at 9:50am by 1stTimeMama4-...	38	1,670
trading a good paying job for SAHM (long) started by Triceratops (3/16/11 at 2:01am)	Oh, mama, I am SO sorry that this is such a struggle for you!... 3/16/11 at 8:57am by Cecilia's Mama	6	271
White noise maker recommendations started by lucy_v (2/27/11 at 8:02am) 1 2	Great, thanks for the detailed info! 3/16/11 at 8:34am by lucy_v	28	844
thumb or paci? started by BarefootGirl (3/14/11 at 7:09am)	I would have to go with the thumb. I did my research on... 3/16/11 at 8:31am by lolar7	12	281
Coughing and gagging - sometimes with spitting up? started by allisonrose (3/11/11 at 8:42am)	My doctor's opinion was that it is post nasal drip. My son... 3/16/11 at 8:25am by allisonrose	10	374
Frustrations as a new SAHM started by kimkim (3/13/11 at 11:51am)	You've already had some good suggestions from the PPs so I... 3/16/11 at 5:08am by katelove	10	395
Looking for a jogging stroller started by Mama Metis (3/14/11 at 8:16pm)	I have the BOB Sport Utility Stroller and love it. I only... 3/15/11 at 5:27pm by mama_y_sol	8	287
Christmas Baby Birthday Ideas started by mra (3/10/11 at 2:26pm)	Maybe when she's older you can let her choose how she wants... 3/15/11 at 4:25pm by Cecilia's Mama	7	447
Gym with a babe started by knash (3/15/11 at 10:33am)	Honestly I think it is one of those slippery slope things.... 3/15/11 at 4:16pm by lifeguard	9	241
Anyone ever take a dropper of breast milk on the plane to squirt up baby's nose? started by mra (3/15/11 at 2:40pm)	I haven't had any experience with using breastmilk in the... 3/15/11 at 4:07pm by Cecilia's Mama	1	159
Diaper pail question started by foreignerforlife (3/15/11 at 4:46am)	I just use a lidless garbage can (not sure of the exact size,... 3/15/11 at 2:34pm by mra	5	131
11 mo pacifying on breast all night -- losing sleep started by october (3/12/11 at 8:16am)	October, I'm sorry I don't have any advice for you. I just... 3/15/11 at 1:21pm by Lamashtu	9	378
Baby only sleeps w/vacuum running ! started by mrstanimal (10/26/09 at 11:22pm)	How can white noise be damaging??? The baby heard white... 3/15/11 at 12:40pm by chelsaya16	14	587
Reflux getting worse in my 6.5 month old... started by Laurski (3/14/11 at 1:04pm)	The chiro recommendation is a great one...that never occurred... 3/15/11 at 8:49am by Laurski	3	173
Do you have your period back? started by KTProvi (3/12/11 at 5:21am) 1 2	with DD1 i got pregnant when she was 21 months old. after 2... 3/15/11 at 8:20am by LionessMom	28	586
Can babies have nightmares? started by TreeRose (3/15/11 at 7:22am)	babies have dream activity even in the womb, so they... 3/15/11 at 8:11am by mamadiamond	2	153
Sleep Bootcamers! Week 3 - check in! started by whozeyermamma (3/8/11 at 8:12am)	hi ladies!! sorry to be missing, lots of drama at my place.... 3/14/11 at 9:55pm by jesepumpkin	5	202
8 month old nap question started by mommariffic (3/14/11 at 3:55pm)	Seattle - yes! The afternoons he wants to play play play. He... 3/14/11 at 6:40pm by mommariffic	3	182
Why won't my baby eat? started by Lupena (3/10/11 at 2:06pm)	She did fine with the little prick on her toe, it was when... 3/14/11 at 6:09pm by Cecilia's Mama	15	401
anyone have a baby bike trailer? started by babymommy2 (3/12/11 at 6:38am)	We have a hand-me-down Instep one. It's been fine for our... 3/14/11 at 2:08pm by MiaFL	6	147
How do you shower with baby? started by beckington (3/10/11 at 6:29pm) 1 2	nak Thanks for all the great ideas! I like the towel idea... 3/14/11 at 1:28pm by beckington	21	725
how do you encourage play and development? started by bonjourmama (3/14/11 at 9:53am)	Our house is small too. What I do is get out. I take DS to... 3/14/11 at 1:01pm by P.J.	2	92
Picture thread ~let's see those babes! started by P.J. (3/11/11 at 2:01am) 1 2	Such cuteness! 3/14/11 at 11:57am by goinggreengirl	34	1,271