Posts by CrunchyChristianMama

I wouldn't worry about it too much. The cops aren't going to do anything, and if she calls CPS they will come out and make sure the kids are being provided for (have clothes available to them). Maybe tell the 7-year-old to put a suit...

The birth parents can still make that decision for the baby even if custody has been taken away.

I think it's important to teach her appropriate behavior without shaming. Is that something you'd be ok with any other child or adult doing out in front of the whole family? If not, then teaching her good boundaries is appropriate. A...

The dryer can actually help seal up PUL. If you are always drying on the line, remember the sun can deteriorate things as well. Some sunning can be good, but constant sunning to dry can be really harsh. I also find that people who have...

Quote:Originally Posted by The4OfUs It is a tool, like any other, that can be used wisely, or abused.  There is nothing inherently evil about an exersaucer.  There is also nothing wrong with needing to have a break physically or...

Tracyamber - use more detergent and add a little oxy clean to help disinfect. If you have ammonia, they aren't getting clean enough.

Ignore detergent rules. Use whatever detergent works well for you with your water and washer and use plenty of it. You are washing some of the dirtiest laundry on the planet, 1 tsp isn't going to cut it! For us, that means using a scoop...

Ammonia means there is still bacteria in your diapers. They are not getting clean enough or sanitized while washing. Bleach would take care of the current problem, but it will just come back unless you find a wash routine that works...

He's not tall enough for the seat yet. The straps need to be at or below shoulder level for rear facing.

Try your hardest to be patient. The baby will come when it's ready. It could be weeks still and it you would still be well within the normal range for gestation time.