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Parenting is the promoting and supporting of intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of a child to adulthood.
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Can children of narcissistic parents ever recover?
Narcissism is the personality trait of selfishness taken to an extreme level, and like any personality trait, it can be slowly...
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What should you do if your son likes to wear girl's clothing?
Talk to him about it. Ask him why he does it. Offer to help him buy clothes or to have his own so he quits stealing yours or your...
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I like this girl and we are friends and she is beautiful and has the greatest personality but I'm not the most attractive guy so should I ask her out anyway?
This is frustrating to me to when i was in 3rd grade i gazed into her eyes but she didn't know me till 4th grade we where like...
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What do you do if your child keeps waking up in the middle of the night?
lol, without assuming your child has a mental condition without first living life and dependant on a perscription that will cost...
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How do you potty-train a 3-year-old boy?
Your boy knows how to control his body functions by now; it's a case of showing him what to do. Step 1: Go buy "big boy"...
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What is some recommended software for children?
Notable children's game companies include Brøderbund Software, Humongous Entertainment, Edmark, and Dorling Kindersley. The...
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How do you know if you are ready to become a parent?
Preparation for parenthood is not just a matter of reading books and decorating the nursery. Here are 12 simple tests for...
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How do you choose a child care center?
Here is advice reprinted from a child care FAQ in the usenet newsgroup alt.childcare: Finding the right kind of child care takes...
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How do you catch a cheating husband?
Please be as sure as possible he even is cheating. If he's late from work and you think he's cheating, you may not be right. If...
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When should you choose your baby's name?
When you find out you are going to have a baby pick out a couple boy names and a couple girl names. Make your decision when you...
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How do you get an 8-year-old to sleep?
Before going to sleep, the body needs to be relaxed and prepared to fall asleep. A child will fall asleep very easily, but only...
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How do you deal with bedtime stalling techniques?
The thing that worked for me was to have a set routine. At a set time (depending on the age) my children had their baths/showers,...
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Is it normal for children to begin crying after being dropped off at school after three months without crying at all when they are dropped off?
Children cry when they are distressed. They become distressed when they are frustrated in achieving what they need or want. ...
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What do you do if your 8 year old step child will not sleep through the night?
I have an 8-year old step child and maybe this will help. I would imagine, from what you have described of the situation, that...
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How can you effectively discipline a strong willed three year old boy without becoming angry and resorting to spanking?
I have a 3-year old that is VERY strong-willed as well. So strong willed in fact that she could easily bring me to tears some...
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What should you do when your five year old son begins discovering his body?
Be very open with him. Tell him boys and girls are different and that's what makes them boys or girls. Look up male anatomy on...
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When is a child too old to breast feed?
Jesus was probably breast fed until he was 3 or 4 as they breast fed that long in those days. I dont see whats wrong with it....
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What do you do if your child wakes up in the middle of the night afraid?
get a nightlight and sometimes maybe let them stay with you! Add Night lights and dream catchers to room. Also "Guardian...
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What can you do if your 17 month old throws up every time she cries?
Oh my we went through this! My daughter is turning 5 and is now through this! We had to stop her from crying, sounds hard I...
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Are there books or other tools to help educate young children about moving out of state and away from their father?
Yes there are books and information you can find online to help your child with moving. It's a difficult task , but make sure the...
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Is a fifth grader old enough to go to the mall by himself?
My daughter is 10 years old and in fifth grade. Lately she has been begging me to go to the mall by herself, without a parent....
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How do know if you are ready for a second child?
Two or three years is a good interval. But, just don't try to have another baby thinking that it will bring you and your husband...
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Should you lock your bedroom door to keep your five year old from trying to get into bed with you each night?
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How do you stop a nine month old from climbing on everything and should you take her to the doctor every time she falls and bumps her head?
Most head "bonks" are harmless, unless the child falls from a high level, or lands on a hard surface/ object. If she bumps her...
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What is the best way to get a three year old boy to stop sucking his thumb?
You can apply some eatable liquid that is bitter in taste, to his thumb. U can also use the cruse extract of Aolevera plant.but...
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What should you do when your ex-husband has been saying things to your children to make them feel sorry for him and angry with you blaming you for the divorce?
It may be in your best interest to intervene and talk to the children. I took the so called higher moral ground and wouldn't talk...
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What do you do when your 16 year old boy dresses up like a girl with a wig and goes shopping with girls?
As a child psychologist, I would recommend you have your son evaluated by a professional. There is something called Gender...
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Is it ok to like one of your children more than the other?
We all know that parents have their favorites where their children are concerned. Usually, the favored child is the most like the...
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Is there anything you can do to stop your nine year old from talking in his sleep?
My 6 year old daughter talks & walks in her sleep. I have found nothing to stop it. I myself am 28 & still talk in my...
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What can you do if your son goes to the bathroom when told to but does not go on his own?
How old is he? If he's only about 2 years old, that would mean he's doing good and will probably catch on pretty soon. OK,...
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Should you hit kids with Down syndrome?
Experts on child care almost unanimously agree that physical punishment should not be used to discipline children. Children with...
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How do you help your son make the transition to preschool without crying every time he's dropped off?
He'll stop eventually. He probably quits the minute you're out the door. My son was the same way and his teacher told me that as...
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What are the roles of a parent for their 16 year old child?
I think the parents of a 16 year old child should be there to guide the child through life, and that is letting them make their...
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What should a mother of a three year old do when her husband is addicted to marijuana and she disapproves even though he does not do it in the house or around the child?
Use is not abuse. Just because you disapprove doesn't mean he is addicted. However, if you know he is going off to buy a bag I'd...
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How do you know if your child is ready for kindergarten?
Your local schools should have tests that your child can take to see if he or she is academically ready. However, many children...
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What can you do if your two and a half year old goes to bed between 8 and 9 but wakes up around 1 crying hysterically off and on until about 4?
First, have them evaluated for night terrors by a licensed psychiatrist. If they have night terrors, they are half awake, half...
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What can you do for a 2nd grader who's loved school since she was three but now cries every morning all day at school and says the teacher is mean?
Find out what she means when she says "mean." Be open with the teacher about this, and tell her how your daughter feels. Then, it...
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Is it normal for a four year old not to be able to put her own clothes on or wipe her own bottom when she uses the potty?
Yes, it's quite normal for a child not to dress themselves properly, and the potty business has always been a hard one for...
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Can you kick an uncontrollable 17-year-old out of the house?
Coming from an "uncontrollable 17-year-old" how about YOU realize, as the parent, what you're doing wrong. If you were mature...
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Is life harder for a girl or a boy?
This is more of a poll than anything else. I'd say that other mostly-economic factors, not gender are truly the determiners of...
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Is it normal for new fathers to be to be extremely scared and nervous when they are only 20 years old?
The anxiety of new fathers is relieved as they spend more time with their newborn and become attuned to their personality and...
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How do you get your two-year-old to wear their glasses?
I had a friend who would not let her 2 year old out of the crib without his glasses on. The first week was hell but it worked...
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Are there any legal implications if a child refers to another female as 'mom' 'mama' 'mommy' or 'ma'?
Don't quote me on this, but unfortunately, I don't believe there is a LEGAL ramification but EMOTIONAL/MENTAL distress to the...
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What are the options for an expectant mother whose stepchild continues to act out feelings of resentment after four years?
I had a step-mum and loved her, but i had a best firend who didnt like theirs, epecially when she was expecting a new baby. She...
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How has children's television changed since the 80's?
Its changed a lot over the years. Theres more sex, violence and disrespect. Children learn how to swear at their parents, friends...
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How can you help a sociopath?
Here is some advice and input: The best way to help a sociopath: If you are married to one give him/her an ultimatum of either...
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Is it normal for 9-year-old boys to bicker and fight with a group of other kids?
Yes no that is completely wrong its not normal because the more nine year old boys do this the more likely they are to have...
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Why do some children talk in their sleep?
It is extremely common for children to talk in their sleep. Some children may even sleep walk. Most children have experienced...
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How do groups of children choose who is popular?
Im 14 and popular and to me, its not all that important as long as i get my school work done im fine....I think its because if a...
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What can you do if your 17-month-old son makes himself sick every time he takes medicine even on an empty stomach?
my now seven year old daughter used to vomit after taking medicine. Even now she has a hard time with it. Hopefully these ideas...
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What is Oregon's legal status on how to emancipate yourself?
It depends upon the laws of the state in which the minor lives. Most states do not have an emancipation status, therefore cases...
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What can you do with a 3 and a half year old who wakes at night sleeps on your bedroom floor then starts her day at 4-5am and is irritable all day?
First, I suggest making the bedtime the same every night. When you put her to bed, allow her to watch a movie. Since you know...
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Why would your baby go to someone else instead of you?
Hello.....children at a very young age get accustomed to someone who is familiar to them...if your child is in daycare or with a...
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If a woman had sex with two different men less than a month apart can you tell who the father is without having a paternity test done?
NO. It would be virtually impossible to predict who fathered the child given this set of circumstances. There would definitely...
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How does money determine social groups?
Money provides opportunity for better education, better housing, safer and healthier environments. In turn those types of...
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How can you read your child's instant messages?
That's The Most evil thing I've ever heard! There's a thing call privacy and even your kid should have it! First off until a...
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Can you file a lawsuit against the school if a teacher has verbally abused your child?
It would fall under slander or defamation of character. If you couldnt stop the teacher by having one on one confentation then...
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Why will parents not allow you to represent punk with either tattoos or piercings?
if you are young enough to ask this question, they they are obviously looking out for you. Answer Because you're most likely...
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In California can your parents kick you out of the house if you are under 18?
No, in the U.S. parents are legally and financially responsible for children under the age of 18, unless said child becomes...
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Would it be weird to name your son Sparkplug?
Possibly not...my ex-boyfriend's last name is Sparks, so if you had a lastname like that, meaning the kid would be named...
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Is a nine-year-old daughter too young to wear pantyhose if you think tights look awful on her?
i am 15 years old. when i was 9 ..and 12 i always wanted to look semi good i didnt care as much when i was 9 tho. you can let her...
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What should you do if you caught your teenage son or daughter wearing diapers even though they don't wet the bed?
Chances are it's a sexual fetish. Such things are often misunderstood by people who do not share the same interests. Don't let...
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What should you do if your boy regrets being a boy and wants to be a girl?
If this has been bothering him for years then I would stand by your son and take him to your family doctor and go from there. ...
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What is the email to contact His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum?
His royal highness can be contacted via the email link below, For initial contact he doesn't publish his email address.
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What kind of a learning disability might a child have if they are unable to copy off the board?
My son had trouble copying off the board in first grade and we found out that he needed glasses. Having trouble copying from the...
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Do you need parental consent for an abortion?
I think it depends on where you go. If you go to a bad place no. Dont recommend that. you could get really sick. Otherwise as...
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Is a 14-year-old mature?
I think that it doesnt matter on the age just the persons personality. You can be a 12 year old, but act like an 17 year old. It...
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What can you do if you are 18 and want to move out of your parents' house but you can't afford it?
This depends.Do you have no income, or just too little? If you have a job, but don't earn enough money, get a second job.If you...
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If your 17-year-old high school daughter moved in with a friend what are your legal responsibilities and options?
I can answer this question! I moved out when I was 17 years old even though I shouldn't have. What are your legal...
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Is there an organization that would help find a home for a dog that bit a child who reached over it while it was sleeping?
To the poster of "spare the dicipline and spoil the dog (LOL) I do believe you are right re our laws being different at our SPCA...
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Does it mean one thing if it's side to side or forward and backwards when you rock?
Children love motion, so if you holding your baby and rocking side to side or in a rocking chair going back and forth, either is...
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How often can you feed your 7-month-old baby pureed carrots without her skin turning orange?
Here is advice: Once children start eating something other than formula fruits and sweet veggies like carrots are the first...
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What size underpants should you buy your 11-year-old son who has a slender build?
I would buy the next size up from his pants size. If he wears a 12 I would get a 14
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Can your parents kick you out if you are 18 or older and still in high school but do not follow their rules?
You bet they can. There is no hard and fast rule between teenagers and their parents. I know you feel mature enough to make...
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Is it considered emotional abuse when your parents will not accept your sexuality and won't let you be yourself and be happy?
No, it is not considered emotional abuse. Your parents are in shock. I can certainly sympathize with you, but also with your...
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Should you let your son wear girl's clothing?
All fine and good for the transsexual who knew he was a girl but keep in mind that young boys can and do get sexually aroused by...
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What should you do if you found your son trying to stuff a tampon up his rectum?
Explain to him the function of the rectum and how he could possibly cause internal damage by sticking foreign objects up there. I...
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How do you raise five kids?
You're kidding, right? The process is the same with one or a dozen. Feed 'em, clothe 'em, shelter 'em, educate 'em, protect 'em,...
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What are opinions on whether you should allow your son to have pierced ears?
He is your son, yours is the only opinion that matters My son just recently turned 13 years old. He was asking and asking if he...
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What does the name Cole mean?
COLE: Gender: Male Meaning: From the name NICHOLAS Origin: Celtic/Gaelic Nicholas is greek and means Victory of the People
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Should parents charge their grown children room and board if they're living in their parents' house?
I paid my parents 250 pounds a month when i got my first full time job at 17.We had to buy our own clothes and toiletries from...
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Should you tell your parents you wear panties if you are a boy?
Parents will never understand this.
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What is some advice for a woman wanting to be a new mom at the age 40 but afraid of giving up life as she knows it?
Although I am not 40 but 27 I have 3 kids & by next year my 3rd will go to school which will give me back my "me" time. Which...
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What should you do if you found your 12-year-old son wearing a menstrual pad?
It is strange that ur son would be doing this. Have you tried talking to to him or taking him to consoling because that is...
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Can narcotics cause family problems?
It causes you to get moody and have mood-swings. These can become uncontrollable and can easily affect family...
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What is the percentage of teen mothers in the world?
This question simply can't be answered because some unwanted pregnancies are not noted. Often a young unwed mother will be...
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Is scaring a 2-year-old child on a regular basis a fun game or is it abusive if she laughs about the scare and at some point is it unhealthy for her?
come on. do you really need an answer for this one. if it scares her, then don't do whatever it is that she is getting scared of....
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What is an appropriate age for young girls to start wearing pantyhose?
Hose wearing's an art that all girls should master, Before she turns 12 -- and perhaps a bit faster. To start her off right,...
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Is it free to get a paternity test after the baby is born while in the hospital?
Hospitals charge you for everything with the exception of the air you breath (and they just might consider that one too! LOL) ...
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What effects do genetically engineered crops have on young people?
Although I'm not a scientist of any sort, I am a man of reason, and observation. I notice that children are physically maturing...
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Can a mom get a restraining order on her daughter's boyfriend who is a minor because she doesn't like the boyfriend?
no because he is still a minor. if he is 18 or older yes she can but not a mior. ... Actually she can if she feels there is...
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If your son wants to become a girl how would you assist him?
This isn't about the parent. This is not aobut how you raised your child up to this point. This is not about the parents...
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How can you undo the damage a narcissistic mother is doing to your 7-year-old daughter?
I'm darned proud of you for coming on this board and asking that question. Many men would just sit by and let it happen (too...
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How can you convince your mother to tell you the name of your real father?
Nothing. That's a privacy issue. Unless the person is collecting governmental funds for child support, etc. they cannot be forced...
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What are the best private schools for girls in the Southeast?
I'm Canadian, but here's some help. Go on "Google" Then type in your question and you'll come up with some good information...
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What do you do when your son's friend flashes you?
It's time to discuss this delicate matter with the parents of this boy. Perhaps you and your husband can meet with his parents...
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Should you tell your mom if you're 13 and like dressing in her clothing and have done this since you were 6?
Personally, if you want to convert your style to something similar of hers and if its appropriate,yes. I'm amother and yes of...
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Why would your 17-month-old baby boy be very stubborn and cry a lot?
because hes a 17 month old baby boy!!!!!!!!!!!!! thats what they do. they are stubborn because they are not old enough to...
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Is it normal for your 14-year-old son to like to wear your thongs?
I hope you are talking about thong footwear! LOL There is nothing wrong with this at all, nor is it all that unusual for male...
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How do you get your social worker to place you with a specific family?
I know it's difficult for you being in the midst of all this confusion, but please understand that you just "can't go live with...
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