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• I know play can help develop all sorts of skills, including language. What is the best time to play with a child?
• How do preschoolers develop socially?
• Is it OK if I sometimes let my children play by themselves?
• How can I encourage social play for my 3-year-old at home?
• Can sleeping situations affect my triplets? bonding and getting along with each other?
• My 3-year-old son has a hard time going back to class after being on the playground. What can I do?
• When my 4-year-old daughter plays with her friend, also 4, one takes on the role as a bully. This has caused friction between our families. What can I do?
• Can play affect a child's personality?
• My 4-year-old daughter recently started preschool and she won't play on the playground with the other kids during recess. How can I help her want to participate?
• My child plays with her food rather than eating it. What should I do?

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• How can I keep my child's life balanced with play, school and other activities?
• Is it normal that our 22-month-old doesn't like to play with other kids?
• Is it normal that our 22-month-old doesn't like to play with other kids?
• How can parents encourage children to get involved in sports?
• I am afraid that my son will become more and more involved with an outcast group of friends, and he will end up being made fun of by the others. Can you help me?
• My toddler doesn't seem interested in sitting and reading books, just play, play and more play. How can I work on speech and language skills if he won't sit still for reading time?
• Why do so many children in daycare have emotional and behavioral problems?
• I have a 14-month-old who continuously bites other kids at a home daycare every day. What can I do to help the situation?
• How can I increase "talking time" with my toddler to work on her language skills?
• Is free play an important part of childhood?
• Should I tell my 14-year-old son that he need to pick an extracurricular activity or else he will not be allowed free time to "hang out"?
• How can I play with my baby in a way that stimulates her mind?
• How can I help increase my baby's body awareness?
• When should you start speech therapy for a 3-year-old who occasionally says "w" instead of "r" and who has a slight lisp?
• My kids are couch potatoes. All they want to do is watch TV. What can I do?
• Do certain forms of discipline work better at certain ages (i.e. time-outs, swats, loss of privileges)?
• Can I play softball while I'm pregnant?
• When it comes to speech issues, is there really a second, third or fourth child syndrome?
• Is it normal for a 7-year-old boy to not have any friends? Should I intervene?
• How can I help my 1 and a half-year-old socialize more?
• My son likes to hit. I've tried everything to get him to stop. Any advice?
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• During my first pregnancy I had a recurrence of Bell's Palsy. Will I get it again with a second pregnancy?
• Why can't my toddler walk on his toes?
• I sometimes feel guilty when I just let my children play and do not join in. Should I always participate in their playtime?
• How can I keep my 3-year-old occupied while I nurse her baby sister?
• My 11-year-old son has taken to complaining a lot. Is this his way of coping with stress or nerves?
• My daughters fight constantly. How can I restore harmony to the home, or am I expecting too much?
• How do I get my 17-month-old to stop hitting other children?
• My son wants to wear a sweatshirt out to play when it is too cold. Am I overreacting?
• Now that it's colder, I'm concerned about my child being warm enough. Am I overreacting?
• I am American and my husband is French. What's the best way to help a child become bilingual when both parents are not fluent in both languages?
• How can I get my two children to play better together and share?
• Are my kids being overstimulated with so many extra-curricular activities?
• What are the developmental benefits of music, and how do I get a reluctant child to participate?
• Should I allow my 3-year-old twins to select their own activities, or have more structure to get them ready for preschool?
• Should my toddler be exercising? When do kids need regular (daily) exercise?
• How can I stay close with my daughter as she enters puberty?
• I have had three consecutive miscarriages. Should I request Clomid or something similar to help me?
• My baby simply does not enjoy tummy time. What should I do?
• After three kids, is it possible to get six-pack abs?
• My daughter appears to have no confidence in her statements. Is there anything I can do to help her?
• My 11-year-old is very defiant -- what should I do?
• My son will miss starting kindergarten by two weeks, but is ready to go. What should I do?
• My baby loves books. Are books at this age just for entertainment, and why does she want the same book read over and over again?
• My baby loves to imitate me. How can I use this to help her development?
• Why is play so important for babies?
• My preschooler asks all the time if he can sleep in the crib with his 1-year-old brother. Would this be OK?
• How can I get my two children to play better together and share?
• How can I avoid an episiotomy or tearing?
• What is the best way to transition a baby from a crib to a toddler or twin bed?
• How can I play more interactively with my 8-week-old baby?
• My nephew screams when he's given a bath.Do you have any suggestions on making bathtime more pleasant?
• Does sleep play a part in weight loss?
• My 7-month-old daughter is so attached to me that she cries when I leave the room and it's making it hard on my husband who can't hold her without her crying. Help!
• My 5-year-old is asking for lots of privacy lately. Is this normal?
• My 7-month-old daughter is so attached to me that she cries when I leave the room. What can I do to help her?
• Is my 3-year-old son, who can't count to 5, dyslexic?
• My 2-year-old is being bullied by her cousin. What should I do?
• Do you have any tips on entertaining kids on long car trips?
• My husband is having an affair and I have told him it is time to leave. Who should tell our 9- and 11-year-olds?
• My 18-month-old nephew never utters a sound. Should I be concerned?
• My 11-month-old has started hitting. What should I do?
• How can I get my 13-month-old son to take a bath?
• My 3-year-old son is experiencing horrible separation anxiety. What can I do?
• I am pregnant with my fifth child. What are some things I can do quickly that will help keep my body toned?
• My 4-year-old lies. How can I stop this behavior?
• What toys are good for encouraging children to talk and work on language skills?
• My daughter's room is very small. What can I do to make it look bigger?
• Do you have suggestions on how to start an adoption support/play group?
• How can I make workouts safe for my kids?
• Can you recommend some fun musical games I can play with my toddler?
• My daughter is being bullied by a family friend. Do I speak to the other girl's mother?
• How can I get my daughter to focus on her schoolwork?
• How can I help my 7-month-old feel more comfortable without being held constantly?
• Should I continue giving my 12-month-old a nap even if he resists?
• I'm hearing a lot about MRSA on my local news. How can I keep my kids safe?
• How do you manage bathing 9-month-old twins? Do you bathe them together?
• My 3-year-old wakes up one to three times a night andcomes into our bed. What can I do?
• I have heard that chiropractic care can help with bedwetting. What are your thoughts, and has anyone used this technique with good results? What is the typical time frame to see improvement if used?
• It hasn't been too terribly hot. Do I need to worry about sunscreen this early in the season?
• What is the best way to determine the type of incontinence I have?
• My 8-year-old is the youngest and tallest boy in his class.He does not have an aggressive bone in his body. I've encouraged him to play baseball and soccer, almost forcing him to finish the baseball season. Am I being too aggressive?
• What are some tips or advice about making my first vacation with my step daughter a success?
• When should my daughter start to talk?
• When should my daughter start to talk?
• If stress delays a period, will ovulation be around 14 days after it, or will it be 14 days after the period should have normally started?
• How can I get my 4-year-old to stop hitting me in the groin?
• Our daughter does not seem quite as ready for kindergarten as her twin brother. We don't want to hold him back, but we don't want to separate them either. Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated.?
• My son has made friends with the older boy next door. I am reluctant because of the age difference. What should I do?
• How do I keep my 3 1/2-year-old twins in their beds at night?
• With Christmas coming up, I'm concerned with my 5-year-old's inability to share. Any suggestions?
• Is oatmeal a good breakfast option for kids?
• What can I do to help my twins' language develop?
• We recently moved into a new neighborhood, and my 8-year-old son has made friends with the 13-year-old boy next door. They share a common interest in sports, but I am reluctant to encourage the friendship because of the age difference. What should I do?
• A child in my preschool class will not talk. Any advice?
• Can a chiropractor help a colicky baby?
• How can I stop my 4 year old from ignoring me?
• My son gets in trouble at preschool almost daily. How can I get him to cooperate at school when I'm not there?

• Do boys really talk later than girls?

• When will my toddler be able to bend over without falling over?
• Can you give me some ideas for fun and active games that we can play indoors?
• My son is marrying a woman with two young children. What is my role as a stepgrandparent?
• I recently remarried and am now expecting a baby. How do I tell my 9-year-old daughter the news about our growing family?
• Are anti-depressants the only way to help my depressed daughter?
• I'm concerned when a friend feeds her 6-month-old triplets cereal. Is there any information I can share with my friend so these infants can learn to enjoy their food and experience the textures?
• I look after a 7-year-old child with Asperger's syndrome. He is very obsessive about a girl in his class at school. So much so that he does not like her to play with any other children, writes her letters and talks about her constantly. How do I handle this?
• Should I enroll my child in an organized physical activity program?
• How do I breastfeed and feed my baby solid foods?
• What's a fun game I can play with my toddler to help him walk a straight line and work on his balance?
• I want my child to get involved in a sport to shape up. How can I encourage her to do so?
• Are there ways to encourage more than one or two word replies from my preschooler?
• My 13-year-old son is incredibly unhappy. Is there anything that I can do?
• I have a 7-year-old child with ADHD. I have tried several methods, including reward systems, to get her to keep her room clean. Nothing seems to be working. Can you suggest something?
• My son is 7. His behavior is terrible. He likes to tell other children to hurt others. How can I curb his behavior?
• I love being outside in winter! Is it safe while pregnant?
• Why does my toddler sometimes leave out certain sounds when saying a word?
• What is the best way to handle toddler biting? Should I bite him back?
• I can understand my 4-year-old, but no one else can. What activities can I do to improve his speech?
• My 2-year-old twin boys, who were born premature, are repeating tons of words and they say them clearly. However, they are not putting two words together. Should I have them evaluated?
• How can I help increase my baby's visual tracking?
• Is it normal for my 31-month-old twin grandson to rarely talk, while his twin talks a lot?
• My daughter is shy. Today her teacher asked if I was aware of her "emotional immaturity." What should I do?
• How can I engage in meaningful play with my child?
• Are there ways to encourage more than oneor two word replies from my preschooler?
• My 3-year-old throws temper tantrums in public. How can I handle this?
• How often should I sterilize my baby's toys and rattles?
• I have a newborn and a 6-year-old son. When the baby was born, I noticed my son wanting to drink from a bottle and suck a pacifier. What should I do?
• I have a newborn and a 6-year-old. When the baby was born, I noticed a lot of "baby"-ness about my older child. He even asked to wear diapers again. Should I let him do this?
• How can I get my 18-month-old daughter to stop screaming?
• My wife is breastfeeding, which makes me happy, but sad at the same time. What other ways can I get involved that help with bonding?
• How can I help twin toddlers who refuse to speak?
• Where can I get help for a 4-year-old with speech problems?
• What should I look for in an organized physical activity program for my child?
• My 2-year-old is very shy around people. What can I do?
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• How does language develop from birth to 3 months of age?
• How is the death of a family pet best explained to a 3-year-old?
• I'm a mother of twins trying to breastfeed without neglecting my toddler's needs either. How do I get through this?
• What are the main causes of urinary incontinence in the elderly?
• We are adopting our nephew who is a shaken baby survivor. Do you have any suggestions for potty-training?
• My 4-year-old grandson is having trouble pronouncing "c" and sometimes "k." What should I do?
• Do kids need to bathe daily?
• Do kids need to bathe daily?
• My toddler is already a couch potato. Should I be concerned, and what can I do about it?
• My 16-year-old son has just informed us that he does not want to play football anymore. I think he is making a mistake. What can I do?
• How should I feed my baby if I don't want to breastfeed in public?
• Can I play sand volleyball while pregnant?
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• How many fat grams and calories should I have daily?
• What is the best time of the day to exercise?
• Can I play sand volleyball while pregnant?
• My daughter refuses to eat before her soccer games. Should I force her?
• How do I ease separation anxiety in my child when I drop him off at preschool?
• My daughter is acting scared of growing up. Is that bad?
• My 4-year-old is getting in trouble at preschool for calling the girls his "girlfriends" and holding their hands. Help!
• Can I continue to breastfeed my first baby while I am pregnant with my second?
• My nephew does not like to talk in front of the family. Any ideas on how to encourage him to speak up?
• When should I teach my baby to use a bottle?
• What foods are the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids?
• How can I help create a setting that will nurture a long lasting friendship between my two boys?
• How can I get my baby to sleep through the night?
• What are the most serious childhood illnesses I should worry about with my child who is in daycare?
• What can I eat and/or drink to help alleviate constipation?
• My 3-year-old is scared of dogs. What should I do?
• What should I do to properly inform my mature 8-year-old about sex?
• How often should I sit my child on the potty and for how long at each sitting?
• My 13-month-old daughter gets mad when I hug or kiss my husband. Please give me advice.
• My 5-year-old has been diagnosed with ADHD and is antisocial, destructive and has several phobias. What can I do to help him?
• How can I take care of a family consisting of two ADD children, an almost always gone husband, and a newborn baby, and be able to recover from the birth without going insane, or hurting myself physically because I have no outside help, and being forced to be more active than I should be in my postpartum weeks?
• My son says "um" a lot when talking. Any tips on getting him to stop?
• What can I do to prevent lead exposure?
• How can I get my toddler involved in dance besides putting him in a class?
• What exercise can I do to make my butt more shapely?
• I have a 9-year-old boy who has exhibited some bully behavior on the bus. What should we do about the behaviors?
• My 3-year-old is doing the things expected of a 5-year-old and is very hyperactive. Will teaching her more help calm her down?
• What is jet lag?
• I worry that I don't have that mother-baby bond with my twins. Is there something I can do to ensure they know I love them?
• Is it imperative that 3-year-olds attend preschool?
• Besides downhill skiing, which I know is not safe, what are my options while pregnant?
• What can I do to help my son mature and communicate?
• I've heard that vitamins containing iodine can be harmful. Is this true?
• If I'm not excited about my pregnancy, have I already failed at being a mom?
• My daughter is 31 months and has recently developed a fear of the dark. Other than a night light, what can I do to help her?
• My 3-year-old has become very stubborn since the arrival of the new baby. Is this just a phase?
• How can I keep my son, who has a cleft palate, on the right track in regards to speech?
• At what level should my 20-month-old be at in regards to speech and language skills?
• How does a speech pathologist work with infants with Down syndrome?
• My daughter bites her nails. Should I be concerned?
• My 2 1/2-year-old daughter's father died recently. I am unable to console her. What do you advise?
• Is it harmful for my 11-year-old twin daughters to go to different schools?
• My child loves being outside. How can I work on skills and enjoy the outdoors with him?
• I would like to know the best way to stop pumping. Do I eliminate a pumping time or reduce the amount of time each time I pump?
• Should I let my sons play on the same baseball team?
• How much do newborns sleep?
• My 2-year-old acts up constantly at daycare. What can I do at home to encourage good behavior when he's away from me?
• Should our toddler watch scary movies with us?
• Should our toddler watch scary movies with us?
• I have a 14-year-old daughter who is starting to hang around with angry kids, and she recently lied about her friend’s parents being home during a party. Do we tell her she can’t hang out with these kids, ground her permanently or move away?
• When is the best time to put my newborn to my breast?
• What is the best way to punish a toddler?
• My 2-year-old twin girls only say a very few words and talk to each other all the time, but no one else can understand them. Do you have any suggestions or words of wisdom?
• Could my son have SPD? What sort of testing is done to find out?
• Do you need a passport when traveling from Florida to Hawaii?
• What are the symptoms of ovulation? Should their be any cramping during this time?
• One of my 4-year-old's friends told me his parents have a real gun in their home. What's the best way to handle this?
• My daughter is getting married and she wants both her adoptive dad – my husband – and her biological father involved. How do I guide her in this? How do we word things on the program?
• I recently noticed my 5-year-old "kissing" a pillow. How should I approach this topic with her?
• My 10-month-old is allergic milk, casein, egg white, whole egg and peanuts. Can you recommend any cookbooks?
• Is it OK to play soccer while I'm pregnant?
• What sort of things can we do to stay active as a family?
• My 2-year-old gets thrush every time she gets a cold or a new tooth. What could be causing it?
• Are there any parenting classes to help frustrated parents deal with out-of-control, destructive children?
• How can my grandnephew overcome his fear of scary movies?
• My son has asked for an airsoft gun for his birthday. I am against it, but my husband thinkst I am making too much out of it. Who's right?
• My son was tested for autism, but I was told he has sensory integration (SI). In my search I've noticed Asperger's and SI behaviors are similar. What is the difference?
• My son has just turned 4 and is unable to draw any recognizable figures and shows little interest in trying. What are some fun activities we can do to spark his interest?
• How can I help my shy 27-month-old adjust to a new daycare setting?
• My 4-year-old has trouble with words beginning with "S." Is this normal?
• Should strength training be a solo regimen for kids or a family affair?
• My child is 13 months old and is still not walking. I am very concerned since she has been able to walk with our help since she was 7 months old. Should I be worried?
• I get depressed and sad when I breastfeed. Is this postpartum depression or my hormones acting up?
• What can I do about car sickness besides giving him medication?
• At what point should I become worried about my 4-year-old son's aggression and hyperactivity?
• What can I do about car sickness besides giving him medication?
• When taking road trips with toddlers and preschoolers, is it better to schedule the bulk of the driving during sleeping times (naps or at night) or awake times?
• Should I meet with my child's teacher more often?
• I'm looking for some quick, inexpensive ways to give my home a pick-me-up. Can you help?
• Why do my 2-year-old triplet daughters run up to their mom crying after she has been away and after we have all had a good time?
• It's been 11 years since my last healthy pregnancy. Why we are having so many difficulties?
• Why didn't my son qualify for his school's gifted program?
• Some cake recipes say to add the eggs one at a time. Is this necessary?
• How many hours of sleep should my 20-month-old twin daughters be getting at night?
• Should I tell my 4-year-old son that the man Iŭ going to marry and the man he refers to as ôdadö is not his biological father?
• My 14-month-old son is very rough with his 1-month-old sister. How can I teach him to be softer, and that he can hurt her?
• I want to be prepared to spend three days away from my daughter. What should I do?
• Occasionally I let my toddler sleep in the crib with my infant son. Is this OK?
• My daughter-in-law favors her mother over me as far as spending time with the grandchildren goes. What can I do?
• How can I help my baby stay interested in the task at hand during a nursing session?
• When do babies start to see color for the first time?
• My 16-month-old twins are "tag teaming" me when it comes to naps. Should I try to keep one up later or make the later napper sleep earlier?
• My 2 1/2-year-old was speaking so well and advanced for his age. In the past week he has really started stuttering and at the same time batting his eyes and doing odd neck jerking. What could be causing this?
• I am muslim. Is it OK to fast for any period of time during Ramadhan?
• I am muslim. Is it OK to fast for any period of time during Ramadhan?
• I am muslim. Is it OK to fast for any period of time during Ramadhan?
• When should I sign up for childbirth education classes?
• How important is it to defrost foods?
• My child just doesn't seem like himself. Should I be worried?
• Where do we draw the line between not talking to strangers
• My 2-year-old talked fine, then suddenly began to stutter. Should I be concerned?
• My 3-year-old's behavior fluctuates daily in terms of mood and disposition. Is this normal?
• I know summer should be for relaxing and having fun, but should there be limits?
• My 2-year-old has started repeating words. Should I worry?
• My 3-year-old chews on his shirt. What can I do?
• Our 3-year-old twin son is very physical and at times destructive. What options do we have in identifying the problem and or as a solution?
• I am a vegetarian, but considering eating a little meat during my pregnancy for the baby's sake. Is this a good idea?
• My baby's head is a little flat. What can I do to fix this, if anything?
• Where do we draw the line between not talking to strangers and helping our neighbors?
• What can I do to help my son through his fifth grade year?
• When should I start reading to my twins?
• When is the best time in my cycle to conceive?
• I am expecting my second child. I am concerned about my weight but have little time to exercise. Do you have any suggestions?
• Would it be bad to move after our teenager's freshman year?
• Can you recommend any games/activities to play with my baby that encourage him to move?
• How can I get my baby to take milk from a bottle or cup?
• My 11-month-old daughter has suddenly become very hard to get to bed. She screams and cries as if she is afraid. We have tried a night time ritual, and a night light, but nothing works. Any ideas?
• To get the cheapest airline tickets, should you go through a travel agent or buy them yourself online?
• It has been 41 days since the first day of my last period. Is it normal to go that long in between periods?
• When is the right time to introduce my 22-month-old twins to a bed?
• At what age should children of different sexes stop bathing together?
• My 14-year-old son says that his friends think I am too strict because I won't let him be in cars or stay out late. Am I too strict?
• I'm having twins. Can I still have the cord blood collected or will things be happening so fast that my doctor won't be able to?
• My 18-month-old twins seem jealous of each other at times. How should I handle this?
• How long is it okay to have intercourse?
• Why does my 9-year-old suddenly want to use a baby spoon and sippy cup?
• What is the easiest way to make a transition from a crib to a toddler bed?
• I'm finding that with a new baby, it is really difficult to find the time to exercise. What do you suggest for a new routine?
• I've been told my daughter uses too many "filler words." What does this mean?
• Why does my infant want to nurse all the time, especially in the evenings?
• Is it possible to hold 15-month-old twins too much or give them too much attention?
• I am experiencing excessive hair loss that is quite alarming. How long does this last for, and what can I do to minimize the situation?
• Why is "tummy time" so important for a baby?
• When is an appropriate time to start shaving?
• During pregnancy, can a herpes outbreak harm the baby?
• How can you tell a pecan pie is done?
• Why am I having a hard time weaning my son from his evening nursings?
• Is my baby just really hungry or not getting enough to eat at each nursing?
• Is it common for an 11-year-old boy to be unsure about his sexual orientation?
• My toddler loves to bounce up and down to the music. Is he too young for a formal dance class?
• My mother-in-law is interfering with my role as a father. What should I do?
• My 2-year-old son has recently started playing more with other children. Since then, he's gotten sick more often. What can I do?
• We love to play outdoors. Do you have any ideas to boost our fun and fitness this winter?
• How can I encourage my husband to join me and get in shape?
• My 18-month-old was diagnosed with asthma. Should I install an air purifying system in my home?
• Are there any indications that my husband has a low sperm count before we test it?
• Is it normal to have one breast be bigger than the other when breastfeeding?
• How can I minimize the jealousy one of my twins feels when they see the other twin in my lap?
• I'm overdue. How can I bring on labor?
• How do I start familiarizing my 6 month old with books?
• My four-year-old has been in speech therapy for almosta year.He has improved a lot, but still can't put more thantwo words together. Any advice?
• I am having trouble conceiving after taking Depo Provera. Is there any chance of me conceiving without Clomid?
• When my toddler gets a shot, can I numb the area with a patch or cream so he doesn't feel the pain?
• How harmful is trying a cigarette for the first time at ages 9 to 12?
• What should I do about a diabetic teenager who is in denial about the disease and frequently has drinks and food that compromise his health?
• My 3-year-old stutters when saying "I" and "you." Should I be concerned?
• My 20-month-old is from a three-language household. Any advice?
• What is the best time of the year to visit Disneyland?
• My 3-year-old began to stutter after her dad's national guard unit was activated. What should I do?
• My daughter will not allow me to pick up my grandson and have alone time. What can I do?
• Are sweet potatoes a good first food for baby?
• Is the first trimester a good time to start exercising?
• My baby is breastfeeding every two and a half to three hours. When is the best time to express milk so I can have it ready for when I need to go somewhere without my baby?
• After a miscarriage, how soon can I try for another pregnancy?
• I want to be involved in my stepdaughter's life but her mother can't stand for me to be around. What should I do?
• My 12-year-old daughter told me she has been seeing a girl behind my back. She also said she is gay. What should I do?
• My family recently converted to vegetarianism, and we are having a hard time making the adjustment. Why is this such a difficult thing to do?
• How can I let my 3-year-old help with hard jobs without hurting his self-esteem?
• My baby is on her back a lot. Can this cause any problems?
• Do you have any tips on staying safe in the snow during pregnancy?
• My 4-year-old has a hard time keeping a thermometer under his tongue. Can I take an accurate reading under the arm?
• When should we be concerned that my son is not talking? He is 20 months old.
• Will my baby get any milk during the first feeding?
• What is the best way to wean my 5-month-old from his pacifier?
• How am I going to find peace and quiet with a new baby?
• My 11-year-old is very high strung and yells at me that she wants to live with her dad. What should I do?
• My 1 and a half year old daughter loves to hum. Can this be a symptom of anything?
• My 16-year-old son left home. What would make a child from a loving Christian home leave to sleep on someone's couch?
• Can you recommend a book on train travel? We're thinking of taking a train trip, but don't know the first thing about it.
• How can I help my son to be more motivated to excel?
• How can I help my son to be more motivated to excel?
• How can I help my daughter to be less impulsive and more empathetic?
• My son fell and bumped his head two and a half months ago and still has a bump. Is this normal?
• My 12-year-old and 10-year-old have the hardest time getting along. What can I do?
• My baby is 7 1/2 months old and has been sleeping with me in my bed since he was born. Now I would like him to be able to sleep on his own. Any suggestions?
• Can I make and freeze my own waffles?
• Is it OK to feed my baby only solids when I am at work if I am breastfeeding her when I get home?
• My twin girl, 3 months, cries for no reason almost everyday about the same time every day for the past two weeks. Could she have colic?
• What can I do to increase my chances of getting pregnant?
• My 4-year-old runs away from me when I pick him up from preschool. How do I handle this?
• I did not breastfeed my first kid. I felt a bit guilty. If I breastfeed my second kid, can I also breastfeed my first kid who will be 1 1/2 years old? Will it be too late?
• I tried to interview a preschool teacher once, but she was too busy with the kids. Should I just forget interviewing her since she is obviously so focused on the kids?
• Can you provide a brief explanation of an infant's "soft spot" and when it normally closes? Does that also apply to premature infants?
• Should I keep my hair long?
• When will I get more than three hours of sleep at night with my breastfed baby?
• How can prenatal yoga nurture my spirit?
• My son is 5 years old. He has PDD and has just entered mainstream school. He makes noises, which are very loud and become very irritating. He says, "Dad, dad" and just keeps saying it loud and will not stop, no matter how many time outs we put him in. What can we do to help him stop?
• How do I help my daughter feel better about who she is without making her feel like I'm prying into her life?
• When will I get to hold my baby for the first time?
• What is the likelihood that I have a serious fertility problem?
• How can I end the battles over curfew?
• My 12-year-old spends too much time instant messaging. Should I be concerned?
• My four-year-old has a slight stutter. Should Iworry?
• I know exercise is important, but how can I stick to it?
• Is it normal to suffer deep depression during pregnancy for no apparent reason?
• Are there any hotels that offer activities to keep children entertained so the parents can have a break?
• My daughter's best friend has started to "sabotage" her things. Is this normal?
• What are the signs and symptoms of Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
• How can I safely prepare and store different types of homemade baby food?
• Can I use an electric blanket during early pregnancy?
• I had a non-progressive first labor ending in a C-section. Could I have a VBAC?
• How will I ever get back into the groove of exercise after my baby is born?
• My daughter just turned a year old. I need to go back to work but I can't get her to stop nursing. She refuses to take a bottle. She has started baby food but she still wants to nurse afterwards. I have tried everything I can think of -- please help.
• My husband and I are considering having a baby. What are the risks for mother and baby of accepting an epidural during childbirth?
• How can I help my 15-year-old adjust to his new baby brother?
• If when using an ovulation prediction kit I neversee the LH surge, does that mean that I'm not ovulating?
• How do you keep roasted asparagus green?
• How can I help my son have a relationship with my ex-husband?
• Before I knew I was pregnant, I was taking a diet pill with ephedrine in it. Could this have harmed my baby?
• My son has a fall birthday. How can I decide if he is ready to start kindergarten?
• A child in my daycare cries often at minor instances and demands that his mother be called to get attention. How can I get him to stop creating situations where he feels that he needs to lose control?
• Are there risk factors that make women more likely to experience postpartum depression?
• What steps can someone take so that incontinence doesn't take over his or her livelihood?
• My 2 1/2-year-old son cries every time his newborn brother cries. What can I do?
• How much expressed breast milk should I put in a bottle for my 6-week-old baby?
• When is it safe to start pumping breast milk for future use?
• My 10-year-old daughter is a competitive gymnast. Because of her dedication to the sport, I'm afraid that she spends too much time alone. How can I help her?
• Can I drink a food supplement instead of eating breakfast?
• My great granddaugthers, 9 and 8, wet the bed every night. What can we do to help them?
• What can I do about my 5-month old waking up every two hours? I'm exhausted.
• Can I drink a food supplement instead of eating breakfast?
• My 3-year-old son bangs his head whenever he doesnŴ get his way. Should I be concerned?
• How can I relax about this "group dating" thing when it makes me so nervous?
• Our 16-year-old son left home after an argument with his dad -- what should we do?
• Another mom I know has such a negative attitude. I've been avoiding her. What else can I do?
• My 6-year-old son throws temper tantrums and when I try to talk to him, he either laughs or cries. What can I do to stop this behavior?
• How can I help my fifth-grader develop better study habits?
• How soon after birth can an infant safely travel by car and be around crowds of people?
• Is there any information on the types of foods to eat at certain times during pregnancy to improve the baby's health?
• Is there any information on the types of foods to eat at certain times during pregnancy to improve the baby's health?
• How can I make the transition back to work smooth for my baby and me?
• Can I get pregnant while nursing my 4-month-old?
• Is it too late to change doctors?
• How can I be more assertive about how I want my sitter to care for my child?
• I was told that I should wake my baby every three hours at night to feed. She is 5 weeks old now and will sleep longer if I let her. Is it OK to let my baby sleep at night until she wakes me to feed?
• Can you prevent the flu?
• Is it too late to change doctors?
• My daughter wants to wean her 25-month-old son, and wants me to be the one to put him to sleep. Is this even feasible?
• How can I get my 13-year-old to treat me with more respect?
• I would like to ask my sister to surrogate a child for my partner and me. Any words of advice?
• My 3-year-old daughter walked in her sleep last night. Should I be concerned?
• Help! I feel like the human pacifier. My 6-week-old daughter loves to suck but won't take a pacifier. What can I do?
• How can I encourage my 20-month-old son to communicate more?
• I'm having latch on difficulties with my 5-day-old son. Should I persist with my attempts to breastfeed?
• Can you give me tips on how to communiate better with my preteen?
• What are some warning signs for ADHD, and what can parents do to prevent it?
• I am concerned my daughter won't attend college because she will have to leave her boyfriend. What should I do?
• My daughter is having a hard time dealing with her brothers joking about her period. How can I help?
• Since my divorce, my 8-year-old has been wetting the bed. Any ideas on how to handle this?
• Is it OK to do Pilates while pregnant?
• What language skills will my 2-year-old start to develop over this next year?
• I have an inverted nipple – can I still breastfeed?
• Is it OK to bottle feed and breastfeed at the same time?
• How do I help my fourth-grader take responsibility for her homework, room, etc.?
• What are the speech milestones for 24- to 36-month-olds?
• I am having difficulty finding time to workout and eat right. Do you have any suggestions?
• My 5-year-old has no interaction with her friends or teachers. Should I be concerned?
• Should I take my 18-year-old's car and gas card away and wake her early so she can go job hunting?
• Could my first period since delivery have anything to do with my smelly milk?
• How many extra calories do I need take in to tandem nurse?
• What’s an adoption homestudy?
• Are there any laws pertaining to pumping breast milk at your place of employment?
• Who is at risk for lead poisoning?
• Does exercise really increase your metabolism?
• My daughter is about 8 1/2 months old and she refuses to take a bottle. I'd like to give her one bottle a day -- any suggestions?
• I'm feeling really sick and measuring large. Could I be having twins?
• How can I stop my 15-year-old son from cutting himself?
• What are the benefits to doing yoga during pregnancy?
• I'm living with a friend and his daughter. How am I supposed to cope with the daughter's attitude towards me?
• What should you look for when joining a gym? What should you avoid?
• Do I have to eat vegetables and fruit all the time to nurse successfully?
• How should I wean my 22-month-old son? Quickly or slowly?
• If I supplement my week-old daughter with formula for one or two days can it turn her away from the breast forever?
• I'm feeling really sick and measuring large. Could I be having twins?
• My daughter and my husband have always had a really good relationship. But tonight, when he came home from work, she took one look at him andstarted screaming (she is only 5 months old). I am really upset about this and I hope you have some insight?
• My daughter wasn't invited to a friend's party. What should I tell her?
• My 2-year-old was potty training for almost three months, and then we had a new baby. Since then, he's reverted back to having accidents. What should I do?
• Must you manually express milk or use a breast pump if you nurse?
• My 2-month-old began sleeping through the night. Must I wake and pump in the middle of the night the entire time I'm breastfeeding?
• My 20-month-old daughter is not showing any signs of wanting to potty train. How can I encourage her?
• Should I be concerned that my 13-year-old daughter doesn't have any close friends?
• We adopted our daughter at 12 months from another country. She is now 17 months old. When we brought her home, she had thrush and was treated. Why is she getting this thrush again?
• My daughter and my husband have always had a really good relationship. But tonight my 5-month-old cried every time he looked at her. Help!
• How many chickens would I need to cook to feed 30 people? Also, any side dish recommendations that won't cost a small fortune?
• Is my child wetting the bed just to get attention?
• Should I take my athletic child to a chiropractor?
• How soon after giving birth can I start exercising?
• We have a 12-year-old grandchild that lives with us. We have done all that can be done to help him have dry nights. Any suggestions?
• My daughter (age 6) wets the bed after she's had a stressful day. She seems to be sleeping too deeply to wake herself to use the bathroom. Any ideas?
• I've been thinking about adopting an older child. Is it hard to qualify for programs where you first become a foster parent and then adopt the child(ren)?
• Should young children get the chicken pox vaccine?
• How can I make my daughter enjoy bedtime and get the focus off of her bedwetting?
• How can I help my 6-year-old avoid being jealous of her younger, identical twin sisters, who get a lot of attention?
• Is breastfeeding in public illegal?
• Should young children get the Chicken Pox vaccine?
• Can snacks be a positive part of my child's diet?
• I just had a son 4 months ago. I was just wondering if you knew how long will it take me to go back to normal.
• Is there an easy way to make lasagna without spending all day in the kitchen?
• My daughter feels like she has no friends. Any advice?
• What is the best way to breastfeed two babies at once?
• Should I force my daughter to fly even though she is very scared?
• How can I get my two preteens to stop fighting so much?
• My 17-month-old daughter wants to nurse even more frequently than before -- sometimes hourly. She seems impatient and doesn't seem to get much milk each time. I am concerned because she is allergic to dairy and this is her only source of calcium and higher-fat foods. What should I do?
• Is there a way to diagnose a child with ADD from a child that is just not disciplined?
• Can I "pump and dump" while on Clomid and then resume breastfeeding my daughter?
• I am pregnant with my second child and I'm extremely depressed. Is this normal?
• Will my baby have insurance when he is born?
• How can I avoid the latch-on problems I had with my other children with my new baby without the use of breast shields?
• How can I help my new girlfriend get over depression after giving up a baby for adoption?
• How can I rekindle my daughter's interest in school work?
• How can I keep my toddler safe and healthy at the pool?
• Is there a best time of the day to take vitamins?
• How can I help my new girlfriend get over depression after giving up a baby for adoption?
• Should I wait to tell my son about his complicated adoption until he is 18?
• Can you provide me with some birth plan tips for multiples?
• What can we do to encourage our 3-year-old twins and 2-year-old to sleep at bedtime and stay in their bed?
• A boy at my 12-year-old son's school accused him of sexual harassment and battery. How should I handle this?
• How will depression affect my unborn child?
• Our 18-month-old daughter has been a challenge since birth. She throws a tantrum for an hour or more, often out of the blue. Could she have a medical problem or social problem or is she a normal high-needs child turned toddler?
• My son got a speeding ticket clocked at 110 mph. Is this a cry for help?
• I am pregnant with twins, but my 16-year-old is not happy. Do you have any advice?
• What is LH?
• My nipples are really flat and the area around them large. Can I still try breastfeeding?
• Should parents speak "baby talk" to their preschoolers?
• What type of shoe is recommended for first-time walkers?
• I'm in the middle of a divorce and live with my girlfriend. How can I introduce my children, ages 5 and 3, to her in a way that they can understand?
• What is Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
• Are there activities for children under 12 at ski lodges?
• I'm breastfeeding and on the "mini-pill." This week I've had some pregnancy symptoms. How will I know if I'm pregnant? Will my milk dry up?
• How can I be sure my anesthesiologist knows what he's doing?
• Is there a way to guarantee that I will be 2-months pregnant by December?
• How do you know when your baby has dropped if you have been carrying low throughout the entire pregnancy?
• Could the bump in my wife’s armpit be a blocked milk duct?
• How can I get my son's grandparents to realize that their behavior is destructive and totally opposite of what is needed to help our son and their grandson become a responsible adult?
• I wonder if you can pump the entire time or if there is a period that you have to actually breastfeed?
• My son-in-law hits his children when he gets upset with them. I want to tell him not to hit them in the face but I don't know how to handle it.
• My 15-year-old daughter doesn’t want to go to school or come home on time and is drinking alcohol and smoking pot. Is this the typical teen thing?
• My new baby is very fussy and not sleeping well, which is getting my wife, who is recovering from her C-section, frazzled. How can I help my wife muster the stamina to make it through this time?
• How can I make the idea of going to kindergarten easier for my preschool students?
• I stopped nursing my first baby because my nipples were very sore. How can I have a better experience with my second child?
• My son, Justin, is now 11 years old and is still wetting the bed. I am willing to do anything possible for my son's self-esteem. What can I do?
• When can I do the ovulation test?
• My 3-year-old son has problems sleeping by himself. What should I do?
• What exactly is puberty?
• My 3-year-old twins, born at 30 weeks gestation, are only saying two to three words joined together, most not understood by other people. They have just started S&L therapy. When will they start talking properly?
• I have heard of women being given pitocin without their direct consent. How does this happen?
• As a senior in high school, how can I have a healthy lifestyle without surgery or diet pills?
• Any suggestions on how to pass the time on a long flight?
• My right breast consistently produces less than my left breast. Why is this happening, and what can I do about it?
• I told my daughter that nobody is to be in the house but her when there are no parents home. She says I don't trust her. Can you help me?
• My 2-year-old often holds his ears. Could his sensitivity to sound indicate a problem?
• What should my sitter do if there isn’t enough expressed breast milk to give my baby?
• Do you know what I can do to assure that I will have breastmilk when my baby is born?
• My 17-year-old son is overboard in love with a girl who is extremely manipulative. What can I do?
• How dangerous is caffeine during pregnancy?
• I have a 7-year-old son who spoke more at 18 months than he does now. Is he autistic?
• My cycle only lasted 2 1/2 days and is lighter than normal. Is that going to interfere with us trying to conceive? Also, will it increase our chances if he ejaculates a couple days before my fertile time?
• My cousin and I nurse each other's children when we are babysitting them. Is this harming my child in any way?
• What is postpartum depression and how can it be avoided?
• How will I know if my child is dehydrated?
• I am attempting to relactate in order to feed my 7-week-old son. He was tongue-tied, but I found a doctor willing to snip his tongue. How long should I wait to see if my supply comes back?
• My 15-year-old son incurred a $1,000 home phone bill. What should I do?
• I'm wondering about Billy Blanks "Tae-Bo" workout. Can I begin the workout and if so, when should I discontinue it?
• I'm wondering about Billy Blanks' Tae-Bo workout. Can I begin the workout and if so, when should I discontinue it?
• Is it possible for someone to feel implantation pain when the fertilized egg embeds in the uterine lining?
• Are the more expensive rooms on a cruise ship worth the extra money?
• I really have tried everything to nurse my daughter, but I'm having severe problems. Do you have any ideas for my situation?
• How can I ensure my kids eat right during the day when I know the school lunches are not so great?
• Some classmates are teasing my son, and I am worried my son will gain a negative image of our family and adoption. What should I do?
• My daughter had depression. Should I allow her to keep visiting an Internet support group?
• My 16-year-old son has had three episodes where alcohol or pot was involved with the same friend. How should we handle this?
• We restricted our son from driving for six months. Is the punishment too long?
• Are there certain times of the year that lice are more prevalent?
• My baby cries if not held constantly. How can I change this behavior?
• How can we help our 25-month-old daughter sleep through the night?
• Is it harmful to be exposed to mercury during pregnancy?
• Once I detect my LH surge, when is the best time to have intercourse?
• My 13-year-old daughter is almost impossible to live with. Please tell me how to handle a child like this.
• Can I perm my hair during pregnancy?
• I need to leave my 8 1/2-month-old, breastfed daughter with her grandparents while we take a trip. How can I eliminate night time nursings, since her grandparents can't provide this kind of nurturing while we are away?
• How dangerous is caffeine during pregnancy?
• Could my prenatal vitamin be causing my baby’s discomfort?
• Will oral contraceptives affect the results?
• How can I stay in shape while on vacation?
• I'm in my third trimester and I am hot all the time. How can I stay cool?
• What's appropriate discipline when I get calls from teachers about my son's misbehavior?
• My daughter keeps coming home with bruises and I'm worried her new boyfriend may be responsible. What should I do?
• Why do experts tell women to breastfeed right after giving birth?
• Do travel books really help with vacation planning?
• My beautiful granddaughter was born last week with thick black hairbut she has fine black hair on the edge of her ears and on her shoulder.Will this disappear with time and how old will she be before it goes?
• Does a past history of terminating a pregnancy affect your current ability to become pregnant/does it cause infertility? If so, how?
• My 10-week-old nurses every 2 to 2 1/2 hours for only 5 to 10 minutes during the day and goes long stretches at night without nursing. Is he being satisfied?
• My husband and I are separating. How much should I tell my 4-year-old son?
• How can I control painful leg cramps that wake me at night?
• How do I prepare my son for surgery?
• How do I actually feed my baby solid foods? Do I breastfeed after he finishes eating? How much do I give him?
• How can I stop my older daughter from picking on her younger sister?
• I am a single, professional woman in my early 20s. If I want to adopt in five years, what should I be doing now?
• How can I stop my older daughter from picking on her younger sister?
• My baby's only nursing at night now. Is this normal?
• What does breastfeeding feel like?
• How do I help my 10-year-old when she is shunned by her peers?
• Why does my daughter answer a question with "I don't know'?
• Do fathers of breastfed babies miss out on bonding?
• I have an 11-year-old who is really out of control. He wants for nothing. What can more can I do?
• I'd like to try to establish a milk supply before my scheduled Cesarean section. Can you advise me on how to go about this?
• How can I stop my older daughter from picking on heryounger sister?
• When is it safe to begin exercising after having a baby?
• My 15-year-old spends so much time alone. Is this normal?
• We are raising our son vegan. The only time he gets upset is at birthday parties where he sees other kids enjoying birthday cake/cupcakes. Any suggestions on how to handle this?
• I am having my tubes tied after giving birth. How will the nursery handle my breastfed baby during my surgery?
• Are yoga breathing techniques or exercises safe during pregnancy?
• Can I get pregnant when I'm having a period?
• When will my baby say her first word?
• My 3-month-old fights taking a bottle of expressed milk on Monday mornings. Should I refuse to breastfeed all weekend so she will take a bottle on Monday?
• Why doesn't my daughter appreciate what she has, instead of complaining about what she doesn't have?
• I made caramel apples and put them on waxed paper. Now they are stuck! What can I do?
• Can you help me with some ideas for wall art?
• How old does my daughter have to be before I can take her swimming in a pool?
• How do I help my daughter when her friends turn on her?
• This is my second pregnancy, and again my pubic bone is separating. How can I alleviate this pain?
• What steps should "latch key" children take to be sure that they are not followed?
• My 6-year-old daughter trusts every stranger she meets despite all my warnings. How do I make her understand it's very dangerous?
• I am wondering if my husband and I are spoiling our baby. She is 5 months old and wants to be held all the time. Is this a problem?
• How can I deal with my anger toward my son's behavior?
• Which is better, to adopt domestically from the United States or to adopt internationally?
• My 3-month-old does not want to sleep during the day. She will only nap for 20 to 30 minutes at a time and then wakes herself up. What can I do?
• Is my 16-month-old twin son's constant whining and crying a sign that he is going to have psychological or emotional problems as he grows?
• My 2-year-old granddaughter picks the skin around her finger and toenails. How can I stop this behavior?
• I just found out my 12-year-old daughter lost her virginity. Could I get some feedback on how to cope with this?
• How can I prepare my 3-year-old for our family vacation so we all have a good time?
• Why do you have to try to get pregnant for a year before seeking help from a specialist?
• What happens if you miss your flight? Are the tickets good for another flight, or are you out of luck?
• What are the benefits or lack of benefits for a child continuing to nurse at 2 1/2 to 3 years old?
• My son says marijuana smoke is less harmful than a cigar. Is this true?
• Can you guide me in what to look for in a pedometer and how to use one effectively?
• How can I become more centered?
• What are the treatments for colic?
• When should I introduce my baby to hard-soled shoes?
• I'm breastfeeding. How can I ensure that I'm getting enough calcium without drinking milk all the time?
• Is it OK for kids to run with their parents?
• Can you make potato latkes ahead and reheat?
• Should children get the flu shot?
• My twins have motor skill delays. What sport or activity would be good for them?
• My 14-year-old is very hostile to my new husband. What can I do to help fix this so that we can be a family?
• Am I being over protective? Should I let my 18-year-old daughter stay overnight when she visits her 23-year-old boyfriend?
• How can I discipline without losing my cool?
• The cold has never bothered me, but now that I'm pregnant, I feel like I'm freezing all the time. Why?
• What are some "red flags" that I should look for during pregnancy that may signal there's a problem?
• What can I use for seasonal allergies?
• How can I get my 8-week-old son to take a bottle?
• What can I do to make a long car trip easier on my newborn?
• Can reducing milk in my 5-year-old's diet help with bedwetting?
• How can I work with my son's teacher to keep him from acting out at school?
• My son is 18 months old and gags himself when I put him in his crib at night. This occurs one to two times before he finally goes to sleep. What can I do?
• We are relocating and may have to stay in a hotel for an extended period of time. Do some hotels offer discounted rates if you stay a while?
• How can a 10-year-old girl, a model daughter and A-student, turn into a rebellious, defiant, disobedient girl?
• My 13-month-old son still uses a pacifier to get himself to sleep at night. He sometimes wakes up looking for it and starts to cry.Should we take it away? If so, how?
• My friend's son is allergic to dairy products and nuts. I would like to surprise him with a birthday cake. Any suggestions?
• One of infant twins is suffering from colic, and they share a room. Should I separate them?
• I tried to enroll my child in a dance class, and after the first class, she just didn't want to go back. Is it OK to allow her to quit or is that setting a bad precedent?
• My 3-year-old says all the time that he does not like his baby brother, who is 4 months old. What should I do?
• My 19-month-old daughter's pediatrician advised that I stay with a friend during the weaning period. This is my second day away from my family, and my breasts hurt incredibly -- very engorged and painful. Any help for me?
• What is the opinion on an infant's spending time away from Mom on an overnight basis so Dad can have time and equal opportunity to bond with Baby?
• What are some positive ways to help wean my 15-month-old from the bottle?
• My 1-year-old daughter refuses to drink milk from a cup, she will only take it from her bottle. How do we get her to make the switch?
• At 30 weeks, what are the chances of turning a breech baby?
• My baby is 12 weeks old and has just cut two teeth -- with more on the way. He can't hold a teether, and the gels are all for babies over 4 months. What do you suggest?
• I love camping, but my wife doesn't. I'm really excited about taking our 7-month-old daughter camping with me for a few days, but we're a little anxious about her being away from Mom. Should we go?
• I'm an experienced cyclist. Can I continue during pregnancy?
• My 11-month-old doesn't seem interested in playing with other toddlers. Should I encourage him by joining a playgroup?
• My baby sucks his bottom lip, and it is very sore. What can I do?
• With all the difficulties I've been having, will I ever be able to breastfeed my son?
• When is it appropriate to serve juice to a baby?
• What is the difference between a marinara sauce and a pasta sauce?
• When should I take my toddler to the doctor if she has a fever?
• Is it worth hiring a doula if I am going to have a C-section?
• Can I marinate meat in the freezer?
• I do not know how to effectively discipline my 15-year-old son. What can I do?
• How do I get my 11-year-old and my 5-year-old to stop fighting every minute of the day?
• How do you know when you should take your child to the hospital?
• I'm taking valium – can I breastfeed my baby?
• Is it normal to feel anxiety and sorrow when thinking of my youngest child leaving the nest?
• Do you think my daughters bad dreams are a normal part of childhood or a byproduct of the adoption?
• Is there anything that I can do to increase my evening supply so I can satisfy my baby's needs and stop supplementing with formula?
• Are ear thermometers really all that accurate?
• Is it possible for me to have someone else's egg fertilized in my uterus in order to have a baby?
• Can you tell me what the correct amount of sleep is for a 3-year-old, a 5-year-old and an 8-year-old?
• Can I introduce a pillow to my 2-year-old?
• Where can I find out information about an airline's safety record?
• What's the best way to give infants medicine? I'm having a hard time with my 3-month-old.
• I read in my 10-year-old's diary that she is looking at porn on the Internet. What should I do?
• My son's child's first birthday is coming up. I want to start the tradition of planting a tree for him on each of his birthdays. What are some options of trees that flower?
• Which foods can be constipating for adults?
• How can I work with my son's teacher to keep him fromacting out at school?
• Can older children be traumatized by seeing their mother breastfeed a baby?
• Do any drugs or medications affect the test?
• Should I strictly follow the nutritional guidelines found in books?
• Can I still teach aerobics during pregnancy?
• Can I still teach aerobics during pregnancy?
• Is TV really that bad for children? Should I really be concerned?
• How can I help my 5-year-old son through his anxiety after being separated from his twin at school?
• I am having trouble breastfeeding my baby. Can you give me information on breastfeeding and nutrition?
• How can I broach the fact that my daughter's sweat smells?
• I am an avid kickboxer, but want to try something other martial art that's more advanced. Any suggestions?
• Will it hurt my chance of getting pregnant if I cannot lie down for 30 minutes after having intercourse?
• What are the symptoms of lead exposure?
• Can I still teach aerobics during pregnancy?
• My 10-week-old still isn't smiling much. In fact, she's pretty non-interested in social interaction. Should I be concerned?
• My friend's 9-month-old baby does not crawl. Also, she does not roll over on her own either way. Is this normal?
• I have two girls with hearing loss. Is there any way to heal it?
• My cousin's daughter is staying with me. She takes Adderall XR. Can she eat sugar with this medication?
• My girlfriend's sex drive is in park. Is that normal?
• My girlfriend's sex drive is in park. Is that normal?
• How can I help my 4-year-old twins, who are very attached to me, have a great experience at preschool?
• Is it true that learning a foreign language at the preschool and toddler age is easier than for a middle school child?
• Do you have some tips to help me prepare a good birth plan?
• What is the proper way to sterilize a baby's bottle? And is this really necessary and for how long?
• Would putting my son on the toilet after having something to drink help him to potty train?
• How do I get my two daughters, ages 11 and 7, to stop arguing and physically fighting and then calling me to referee every situation?
• My 4-year-old is too hard on himself. What should I do?
• How can I curb my 8-year old son's rude behavior?
• My nephew is 14 months old and has just been diagnosed with cankers in his mouth. Is there anything that my sister can do to ease the pain that he goes through in the middle of the night?
• I'm vegetarian and concerned about my food selection on a cruise. Can they accommodate specific diet requests?
• Are my stress and anger affecting my unborn baby?
• Are my stress and anger affecting my unborn baby?
• Does anyone have any idea how to ease nipple pain?
• My 14-year-old daughter is experiencing her "first love," is getting way too involved and is starting to ignore her friends and other aspects of her life. What do we do?
• How can I encourage my 14-month-old to walk? He seems to be happy enough just crawling around!
• Why are some parents using baby name consultants and how can I find one?
• My 4-year-old throws temper tantrums only in public. What's the best way to respond to her?
• My son wets the bed. My strategy is to try and ignore it so I don't embarrass him. My friend does the opposite, and is constantly saying encouraging things to her bedwetting daughter. Which is the best approach?
• Can I nurse my baby too often?
• My toddler is a very picky eater and tends to eat a lot of convenience foods. Can you suggest any kid-friendly, healthy alternatives?
• How long will it take to lose the extra weight that I gained during pregnancy?
• Do you have suggestions on what to do with several pounds of ground beef?
• What happens if you haven't dilated by your due date?
• Can you tell me more about COBRA?
• Is it okay to breastfeed on a schedule?
• Breastfeeding my 3-week-old daughter has taken a turn for the worse. What can I do?
• My husband recently moved out. Since then my three children have been getting sores in their mouths. Could stress be causing this, and is there anything I can do to prevent it and treat it?
• I had some drinks before I knew I was pregnant. Will that affect my baby?
• Can a male carry the gene to produce twins, or does it have to be the woman?
• Any suggestion for snacks I can take to the hospital with me?
• Why does my 6-month-old pull away from the breast after only a few minutes?
• My 12-year-old is defiant and every form of punishment we have tried either only worked for a short time or not at all. What do we do?
• Is organic produce that much healthier?
• My BBT rarely goes above 98; It's usually in the low 97s and goes into the 96s. How does this impact my fertility?
• What is progesterone and what is a normal level?
• What discipline measures can I take to correct a 12-year-old child‘s bullying behavior towards his younger siblings?
• I don't want to push my stepdaughter away, but she is irritating me beyond words. What can I do?
• My son gets warts on his hand. Why is this happening, and is there anything we can do to prevent the reoccurrences?
• Which soups are best choices for pregnant women?
• How can I ensure the safety of my children when traveling abroad?
• When my children misbehave in public, I lose confidence in my parenting skills. Any advice?
• Help! My 8-year-old daughter has major behavior problems. What can I do?
• What is implantation spotting? How much blood is there in this spotting? For how long would implantation spotting go on?
• Our family's best friends are moving across the country. How can I help my kids cope?
• Before I was pregnant, I regularly attended a vigorous exercise class. When can I return to class?
• Should I use fresh or canned tomatoes for homemade Italian sauces?
• Is it okay to lift boxes?
• My baby boy is 11 days old and he hasn't gained any weight. Any suggestions?
• I have heard some people say that a pregnancy after a miscarriage increases your chance of having twins. Is this true (without fertility medications)?
• How will childbirth affect my osteoporosis?
• Can you give some information on HCG levels in early pregnancy?
• Should I seek counseling for my rebellious stepdaughter?
• My daughter is in her eighth month, and is absolutely vicious toward everyone. Is this caused by depression?
• When exercising, what is your heart rate goal?
• Help! My 8-year-old daughter has major behavior problems.What can I do?
• My daughter will turn 5 just in time to start kindergarten, but is extremely shy. Should I hold her back?
• I just planted some lilac bushes. Do they require acid?
• How long after you stop taking the pill can you get pregnant?
• Are there maternity clothes just for women expecting twins?
• My 18-year-old is doing drugs and drinking. I made him leave the home. Should I let him back or make him face the decision that he made on his own?
• My stepdaughter has become isolated from the rest of the family. What can I do?
• Are there any foods that a nursing mother should stay away from?
• What's the best way to cook sweet potatoes for babies?
• My neighbor permits her 10-year-old to dress too provocatively. What's the best way for me to bring it up?
• I want to branch out and try new foods, but I have a toddler. What if he doesn't like it?
• What are some advantages of having my baby at home?
• I have a 22-month-old avid nurser and am 6 weeks pregnant. Is it possible that I could be a case for miscarriage?
• I am making my baby homemade baby food. How long can I store the pureed foods in the freezer safely?
• Can I go backpacking at four months?
• Can I go backpacking at four months?
• What effect will the onset of menstruation have on my 11-year-old daughter's bedwetting?
• How can you distinguish between a bad bruise and a broken bone in a child that's fallen?
• I have been depressed in the past. Does this mean that I am at risk for postpartum depression?
• My husband and the father of the children passed away two years ago after a long battle with cancer. How do I move on with my life and happiness without compromising my children's?
• Can regular exercise make my labor and delivery easier?
• How do newborns communicate hunger and other needs?
• My 2-year-old's best friend is moving away with his mom, while the father will continue to live across the street. How do I explain this to my child?
• We travel a lot with the kids, and I'm concerned about insects in different areas. Is this something I should be concerned about?
• What is a non-stress test?
• I'm afraid my husband and I are going to argue when we start picking baby names. Any advice?
• Now that I'm pregnant, I don't have any kind of sex drive. I'm very concerned and hate to be touched. Is this normal?
• My 15-month-old grandson vomits at least one time a day. Could he have a problem with his stomach?
• What are some reasons for having false labor?
• What are some reasons for having false labor?
• How do I stop my 21-month-old twin boys from hitting each other?
• Do you discourage the relocation of a high school senior with his family to a new state?
• Now that I?m pregnant, I don?t have any kind of sex drive. I?m very concerned and hate to be touched. Is this normal?
• What sort of daily oral hygiene should my teen be engaging in?
• It is normal for ultrasound dates to be different from my menstrual dates?
• Why is it so important for kids to eat well-balanced meals?
• How can I get my daughters to organize their bathroom so we can keep it clean? There's makeup and hair products everywhere!
• Is it okay to do sit-ups during pregnancy?
• Is it OK to do sit-ups during pregnancy?
• My son starts preschool soon. I am having a hard time teaching him things he needs to know. He gets very frustrated. What should I do?
• When I picked up the phone, I heard a boy using extreme, sexually-related profanity while talking to my 12-year-old stepdaughter. Should I have confronted the boy instead of hanging up?
• My son is 8 months old and has been banging his head on the side of his forehead. What should we do?
• My son is quite short for his age. My doctor wants to X-ray his growth plates. What are growth plates?
• How should I handle my 11-year-old daughter's interest in boys?
• When is the correct time to prune crape myrtles?
• What can I do to reduce the chances that I will have postpartum depression?
• Can I take my newborn baby on a cruise?
• My 9-year-old has a friend who tells her that if she doesn't go to church, she will not go to heaven. Is this relationship going to harm my daughter?
• Will breastfeeding affect my husband’s sexual view of me?
• After making love, I noticed that a lot of semen leaks out. I lie down for 30 minutes or even overnight, and it still happens. Is this normal? Will this affect my ability to conceive?
• My husband and I had to terminated a pregnancy when I was 18 weeks along. When can we conceive again?
• My milk seems to go bad after a day or so in the refrigerator. What would cause the milk to smell different and should I throw it out?
• My child bruises very easily. Can a bruise be so bad that you should see a doctor?
• What is the best exercise to do for the thighs?
• Is there an advantage to preserving eggs vs. embryos?
• How do we deal with our 16-year-old daughter’s lying and deceiving behavior?
• How do we deal with our clinically depressed teen's lying and deceiving behaviors?
• My 6-year-old constantly wets the bed at night. I've tried using an alarm, which worked at first, but now he sleeps through it. What should I do?
• How does growing up and getting married affect twins? Do they have separation anxiety?
• How long can sperm survive in the womb and how long is the window of opportunity open once I ovulate?
• Shouldn't asthma be treated with inhalers?
• My husband says an adopted child will feel inferior to our biological children. How can I argue that?
• My son has Central Auditory Processing Disorder. Do you have any tips on how I can help him?
• We are having problems with our baby's feeding times. Is my wife breastfeeding correctly?
• I think my daughter needs some tips in resisting peer pressure. What can I tell her?
• I think my daughter needs some tips in resisting peer pressure. What can I tell her?
• Any suggestions for combating fatigue?
• My 16-year-old daughter's left breast is much smaller than the other. Is there a treatment for this?
• My 11-year-old son is paniced at bedtime. The only thing that helps is if we stay in the room. Do we continue staying with him until he outgrows this problem?
• My husband says nursing negatively impacts his relationship with the baby. What should I do?
• I have had mastitis in one or the other breast since soon after delivery.
• How can I help my daughter feel safe even when I'm not
• Is it OK to massage the pregnant belly?
• At age 37, is amniocentesis really necessary?
• My husband's semen sample showed low volume, count and motility. Is there a chance we will be able to conceive with these results?
• My 19-month-old daughter cries when she has a bowel movement. Besides adding more fiber, what else can I do?
• Any suggestions for combating fatigue?
• Any suggestions for combating fatigue?
• Can tell the baby's sex by its heartbeat or by the way you are carrying it?
• My breastfed baby has loose bowel movements with no signs of sickness. Is this normal?
• When should I start my baby on solid foods?
• My son is 10 years old and has a hard time getting out what he wants to say. How can I help him?
• How do I keep my twin girls from competing over boys?
• How do I reduce the amount of liquids my son drinks without making him too thirsty?
• What could a bloody nipple discharge mean?
• Is it dangerous to squat during pregnancy?
• Is it dangerous to squat during pregnancy?
• Is it dangerous to squat during pregnancy?
• I am going through a divorce, and my wife is keeping my son from me. How can I get full custody?
• My 2-year-old daughter used to be a good sleeper. She would sleep through the night fine, up until we started to have problems with her uncle. Is there any way I can make her relax and know that she is safe so she can return to her sleeping routine?
• My wife and I just brought our second child home yesterday. She is breastfeeding. How do we keep him awake to breastfeed the entire time? He's wet one diaper in the last 12 hours -- is he getting enough to eat?
• My husband doesn't seem to understand or have any sympathy for our tween son who wets the bed. How can I get him to understand and be more helpful in helping our son?
• My 18-year-old daughter left home. How should we handle this without losing her?
• Is there a way to anticipate an incompetent cervix with a first pregnancy?
• Is there a way to anticipate an incompetent cervix with a first pregnancy?
• I never eat a full meal and basically snack all the time. Is this OK?
• What is dehydration?
• How can I give my husband the same bonding experience that I can have without compromising my plan to breastfeed?
• Am I more fertile after having a miscarriage?
• What do I need to do to prepare myself for breastfeeding and what do I need to purchase before the birth of my baby?
• What are the benefits of natural birth?

• My 4-year-old is in speech therapy, but we have lost our insurance. What should I do?

• What causes a baby to turn orange when fed carrots?
• I would like to take up jogging after my baby is born. Is this a good idea?
• My hCG level didn't double. Should I be concerned?
• My hCG level didn't double - should I be concerned?
• Can a gynecologist tell whether you're ovulating from performing an ultrasound scan only? How reliable is this?
• My 2-year-old already knows his ABCs, counts well and recites many nursery rhymes. Is he gifted?
• How can I get skin-to-skin contact with my baby while in the hospital?
• Our son is hanging out with someone we don't approve of -- what shall we do?
• How can I get friends and relatives to accept that I don't want my son to drink alcohol?
• Is it normal to feel tired and depressed during pregnancy?
• How soon after conception could someone find out if they're pregnant?
• Can the cold or flu cause birth defects?
• How does altitude affect pregnancy?
• I've heard that eating something that has natural fat after drinking carrot juice or eating carrots can help you absorb the vitamin A. Is that true?
• How can I get my twin son to sleep through the night and not wake so early in the a.m.?
• How do I handle my 17-year-old niece who is 8 months pregnant and smokes cigarettes like a chimney?
• My daughter is lisping after a mouth injury. When can we expect her speech to return to normal? Should we get her help?
• What can I do at home for my child's tummy troubles?
• Can I be induced for convenience 4 days before my due date?
• I am now going to try to concieve at the right time of the month, but can my worrying effect the conception process?
• Do you think my past stillbirth is keeping me from conceiving?
• What should you look for when selecting a travel agent?
• I'm 17 and pregnant. What do I do, and how do I tell my family?
• How do we get our 9-week-old baby to sleep in his crib after having him sleep with us in our bed for the first two months?
• At age 42, what pregnancy problems or complications can I expect?
• How do I best help my 11-year-old son grieve?
• How can I breastfeed with such a crazy schedule?
• Should we let the kids see us argue?
• What is the main cause of birth marks?
• Do you think my stillbirth has anything to do with the fact that I'm having trouble conceiving?
• Am I at risk for preterm labor because of my family history?
• I will be traveling over 1000 miles in a car with a 3-year-old. Any ideas on how to make this a fun trip for her?
• Can anti-depressants become addictive?
• My 17-year-old son just wants to socialize everyday! Is this abnormal?
• I've noticed a tendency for stay-at-home moms to act as "the" parent and treat the dad as a babysitter. My brother is treated this way. Should I say something?
• My 9-year-old stepdaughter recently told me that she and the neighborhood boy kissed. Is this normal?
• What are some meat replacements for a 6-month-old baby?
• Am I putting my fetus at risk by running in a marathon at 61/2 weeks?
• Is it possible for a mom to have side effects from nursing a 2-year-old extensively?
• What can you do when a newborn refuses to latch?
• When is it appropriate to feed a baby meat?
• I have heard a lot about Chaste Berry (Vitex) helping with menstruation and fertility -- that it is real similar to Clomid. Is it safe and effective?
• I think I am afraid to breastfeed. What should I do?
• I have heard that massage is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy. Is this true?
• Is it possible to conceive a second baby through intercourse shortly after getting pregnant with the first?
• My daughter is stealing and forging checks. What should I do?
• When is it appropriate to feed meats to a baby?
• My daughter started wearing only black and not being social after my divorce. What should I do?
• How can I talk openly to my daughter about menstruation without transferring my own feelings of shame?
• I've heard of women having their baby in the water. How does this work? Doesn't the baby inhale the water?
• I've missed my connecting flight several times. What happens if this not my fault?
• Am I putting the fetus at risk by running in a marathon at 6 1/2 weeks?
• I found out that my triglyceride level is almost 600. What exactly are triglycerides, and how can I lower my level?
• I am currently 29 weeks pregnant and already 50 percent effaced. Does this mean my baby will be born premature?
• Is there anything that I can do to alleviate the pain of sciatica so I can sleep?
• What is fetal monitoring?
• How do you make a red wine reduction?
• Is there anything that I can do or take that may increase the amount of stem cells and/or blood collected at the time of delivery?
• My five-year-old is having trouble pronouncing "th's."What do you suggest?
• My 14-month-old son is allergic to cheese, yogurt and milk. What should I put in his diet to replace cow's milk?
• Can I continue bike riding while I am pregnant?
• Can I continue riding a bike while I am pregnant?
• Is it normal for my daughter to have a hard time dealing with her period? What can I do?
• Which part of the airplane is the safest in the event of a crash?
• What reading exercises can I give my daughter without pushing her too much?
• What can I do about anxiety attacks during the third trimester?
• What is the best way to respond to 8-year-old twin boys French kissing each other?
• I enjoy exercising outside, even in the winter. While pregnant, what precautions should I take?
• What should I take to the emergency room?
• Is it safe to have anesthesia for surgery during pregnancy?
• My boyfriend's 16-year-old son is stealing money. How do I tactfully handle this situation?
• I'm not a big vegetable eater, but want to include more in my diet now that I'm pregnant. What are some ways to incorporate them into foods so I'm not eating "straight" vegetables?
• I bought a stainless steel baster with a syringe attachment for my holiday turkey. How do I use it and do you have a good marinade recipe?
• How can a father stay connected with his wife during pregnancy?
• What are the chances of losing one twin through miscarriage at 14 weeks?
• Is there a safe way to have twin toddlers share a twin bed?
• My 11-year-old has a hard time swallowing medications in pill form. Any tips on how to make this easier for her?
• How do I talk to my son about choosing better friends?
• I am dilated to 6 and 90 percent effaced, but labor is at a standstill. What are the best ways to help labor progress?
• My son's teacher told me that she sees characteristics of Asperger's disorder in him. My pediatrician says he's too young to make a diagnosis, but suspects ADD. What do you think?
• Is it culturally acceptable to nurse in public in Japan?
• Is it culturally acceptable to nurse in public in Japan?
• My daughter is being bullied at her preschool. What can I do?
• My son’s teacher told me that she sees characteristics of Asperger's syndrome in him. My pediatrician says he’s too young to make a diagnosis, but suspects ADD. What do you think?
• My husband left me for another woman. How do I tell my 8-year-old daughter?
• How can I get motivated to exercise?
• How can I organize my children's sports equipment so it's not all over the garage?
• When my 4-year-old son wants to speak, he has to stomp his feet on the floor for a word to come out. I've been told it will go away in time. Is this true?
• What are some ways to soothe a colicky baby?
• My 4-year-old throws tantrums at bedtime and refuses to stay in her room. What should I do?
• I am thinking of buying my parents tickets for a cruise for Christmas. Are the tickets refundable?
• My daughter is about to start kindergarten, but has trouble being understood by people when she talks. What can I do to help her?
• What can I do to stop heartburn?
• My wife, 40, and I, 42, have been trying to conceive. She suggests that it is harder the second time around. How can this be?
• One of my six-month-old twins has started biting me. How do I encourage her to stop before she bruises me any more?
• At what age does a baby develop allergies and what can a parent do to prevent them?
• What is the difference between "baby blues" and postpartum depression?
• Could the vitamins my child takes affect his bedwetting?
• I was on the pill for over six years. What do I need to do to get my cycle back to normal?
• I am in my third trimester with twins, and my weight has only increased 20 pounds. Have I not gained enough weight?
• My toddler uses gestures mostly to communicate. For example, he'll point if he wants his juice. How can I get him to use his words?
• My daughter's boyfriend has been diagnosed with leukemia. I think that with or without the illness, the relationship is becoming too much of an obsession. Am I right?
• What medications are available for diaper rash?
• Does two placentas mean my twins are fraternal?
• I've been feeling a little down after giving birth to my son. The outdoors always makes me feel better. Can I take my son on a nature hike?
• What exercises are okay to do in the first trimester?
• What exercises are OK to do in the first trimester?
• My 4-month-old weighs 18 pounds, 9 ounces. Am I over-feeding her?
• Is it premature to diagnose a 3-year-old with ADHD?
• What should I keep in a first aid kit?
• Will I know how often to feed my baby?
• I have endometriosis and have been on birth control pills or Depo Provera for over 8 years. Do you suggest I stop getting the shot soon?
• My 25-month-old daughter is very aggressive with other children. What should I do?
• My infant has not been eating well lately. When she latches on to the breast, she'll begin sucking, but when she starts to swallow, her body tenses up and she pulls off from the breast. Any advice?
• My 2-year-old toddler communicates in many ways, but he is not talking. Should I be concerned?
• Is it safe to have spinal manipulations during pregnancy?
• My 3-year-old daughter has developed emotional problems. I am pregnant. Could this be related?
• What can I do to ease sickness and maintain muscle tone?
• How long do I have to wait after a C-section to start exercising?
• Why did my baby get a rash when I switched him to whole milk?
• Why did my baby getting a rash when I switched him to whole milk?
• How much fat should I have in my diet?
• I'm a sugar junkie. But now that I'm pregnant, I'm wondering if artificial sweeteners are a good option?
• Our 15-year-old daughter can't seem to stop following her urges and lying to avoid consequences. Is this normal teenage behavior?
• How should I prepare for my bike rides while expecting?
• A friend told me that putting my baby in a walker can slow his development. Is this true?
• At what level should my 2-year-old be at in regards to speech and language skills?
• Other people have trouble understanding my 2-year-old. Should I be concerned?
• I have no trouble talking to my own daughters, but I am worried about overstepping my boundaries with my stepdaughter. Can you help?
• What is involved in a tubal ligation reversal?
• Is it true that I could have another ectopic pregnancy, and how can I prevent it?
• If a person has been diagnosed as a manic-depressive, what effect will being pregnant have on the psychological condition, if any? Is there a greater risk for postpartum depression?
• Will having genital herpes complicate my delivery?
• I am pregnant after a massive breast reduction. Should I try to breastfeed this child?
• What should I feed an 8-month-old that doesn't like vegetables?
• Why do women want to give birth naturally?
• What causes miscarriages?
• Any suggestions for terrible morning sickness?
• Can I add newly pumped milk to refrigerated milk?
• My 20-month-old son has always twirled his hair or mine for comfort when he was tired. Should I be concerned?
• What can cause hot flashes in a healthy 28-year-old mom?
• I got a flu shot through work, but I still ended up with the flu? Why? If the shot doesn't really protect me, than why get one at all?
• I have a teenager who is still wetting the bed. How should I approach her about this and what can I do?
• My 2-year-old will only eat pureed foods and is not speaking very much at all. Should I have him evaluated?
• My daughter, 18, wants to become a doula. What sort of education is necessary and what can she expect from this career?
• My newborn refuses to take my breast. I'm giving him expressed milk now, but I'd like some advice on getting him back to my breast."
• My 20-month-old daughter (one of twins) is making herself throw up by sticking her finger down her throat in order to get Mommy and Daddy to return to her room. How do we address this?
• My wife wants me to plant some bulbs. We live in the south. What bulbs can I plant?
• Can you pre-chop and then freeze vegetables for later use?
• I am having a difficult time breastfeeding. Can you help?
• I'm a yoga instructor with a strong desire to offer both pre- and postnatal yoga classes. What training would be useful?
• I'm worried that my son is too small for his age. Could that change at some point in the future, or is growth rate pretty steady and predictable?
• What can I do to increase my chances of having twins?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• What is "natural childbirth"?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• My mother is 84 and has urinary incontinence. I would especially appreciate any information you could offer on odor control.
• My child is out of diapers but continues to wet the bed. Why are we still having the problem? How can we get this under control?
• My preteen is still wetting the bed. How should I approach him about this, and what can I do?
• My 14-year-old granddaughter told me that she has had sex. How can I help when I only have quality time with her two days a week?
• What should we pack with us when we travel to pick up our 6-week-old adopted son?
• How do I help my 10-year-old feel secure away from home?
• I had day time surgery for milk clog after my first son was born. I am seven months pregnant with my second baby. Can I breastfeed my second baby? Will I produce enough milk from the breast that had surgery done for milk clog?
• My l0-year-old granddaughter's life lacks discipline when she is at her mother's house. Is it possible that this amounts to child abuse or at least neglect?
• What should I do about my child's lisp?
• My children's father only sees his them once or twice a year. Should I cut these visits out for the sake of my children?
• Can I nurse immediately after a C-section?
• At what age can a child be tested for allergies?
• My 14-year-old is going back on a deal we made. What am I supposed to do?
• I gave birth a few months ago and would like an eating plan to shed postpartum pounds. Any ideas?
• I got an e-mail from Bill Gates and Walt Disney, Jr. Is this for real?
• I have been told by many that using steroids is not good for my child and long-term problems may result. Is this true?
• Can you tell me about RhoGam?
• I have a 16-year-old daughter who wants to move back with her mother. What should I do?
• My daughter and my husband have always had a really good relationship.But tonight, when he came home from work, she took one look at him andstarted screaming (she is only five months old). I am really upset about this and I hope you have some insight?
• How do you calm down your child when she won't quit smart mouthing you and you're a single mother?
• What can I do to keep my weight gain healthy?
• Will I need a higher dose of Clomid next time? Also, could I ovulate 2 eggs after stopping Clomid?
• How can I encourage my daughter to feel comfortable with her body?
• When should I start taking folic acid and does it build up in my system before it works?
• Is it rude to bring your own dish to a holiday meal is you're a vegetarian?
• How can I get my newborn to nurse more efficiently?
• How can I make tofu so that my child will eat it?
• Why do women want to give birth in the water?
• How should I choose between the various labor anesthesia options?
• Once children hit puberty, what sort of hygiene routines or rituals are desirable? Daily showers? Washing hair daily? Washing face daily before bed?
• I can only see my two teens for six hours once a month. How can I have a relationship with them?
• Would you recommend trying a progesterone cream to help conceive?
• What could be causing the sharp stabbing pain in my side when I walk fast or run?
• I've heard that cut fruit, like melons, are one of the leading causes of foodborne illness, especially in Colorado where I live. Is this true?
• Why is breathing so important in prenatal yoga?
• Our 15-year-old son has recently begun to lie to us, and his grades are below what we expect. What are we to do?
• Do you have any ideas on how I can keep track of breastfeeding my twins without stressing?
• My husband does not want me to breastfeed because he thinks that he's getting cut out of quality time with the baby.
• What is "modeling language"?
• I already had one fast birth -- will number two be faster?
• I am experiencing pain in my lower legs the night after I workout. Should I continue?
• I am experiencing pain in my lower legs the night after I workout. Should I continue?
• How can I protect my sons from my soon-to-be ex-wife's drinking and anger?
• What medication can I get to combat my panic disorder while pregnant?
• What medication can I get to combat my panic disorder while pregnant?
• My husband and I have a 10-month-old who I have been breastfeeding. We are trying to have another baby. Is there anything that can be given to restart my menstrual cycles?
• Do I have to eat perfectly healthy foods all of the time?
• Is it crucial for a pregnant woman to eat organic vegetables?
• What exactly is engorgement?
• My husband does not want me to breastfeed. What should I do?
• I have to see all the doctors in my doctor's practice and whoever is on call will deliver my baby. Is this a common practice?
• What are Bradley classes like?
• Can I use ankle weights to increase the level of my workout?
• How do I talk to my 9-year-old about Jamie Lynn Spears' pregnancy?
• How can I help my autisitic child with his bedwetting, without medication?
• Why is my 26-month-old daughter having nightmares?
• Should I let my teen stay out all night for prom?
• Can I stop breastfeeding by day and only nurse at night?
• Is it normal to feel anxiety and insecurity with your spouse during the ninth month?
• What type of shoes should I wear while exercising during pregnancy?
• My husband and I have a 10-month-old whom I have been breastfeeding. We are trying to have another baby. Is there anything that can be given to restart my menstrual cycles?
• We recently moved, and my daughter says she hates her new school and life. Do you have any advice?
• What is colostrum?
• Are there any foods that I can eat that will help with my energy level?
• Are there any foods that I can eat that will help with my energy level?
• Can you walk at your own pace, or do you have to "power walk" to get results?
• My 3-year-old is terrified of the dark. What can I do to help her sleep alone at night?
• What type of shoes should I wear while exercising during pregnancy?
• How do I choose a financial advisor?
• My 4-year-old stutters when saying even the simplest words. Will he outgrow this?
• Why does my child still wet the bed and what can I do about it?
• Our 17-year-old says we can't stop him from going on a trip with friends. We don't want to physically restrain him, but I don't know of any way to stop him. Any suggestions?
• Is Clomid right for me, even though the ovulation kit shows that I ovulate every month?
• I recently divorced. What things can I do to make sure my kids adjust and do not have problems?
• If you find your daughter's diary and see things that worry you, should you confront her about it?
• My 20-month-old son isn't talking yet, not even "ma ma" or "da da." At what point do I have him evaluated?
• How can I tell if my baby is latched on well?
• Is it normal for one of my 6-month-old twins, who was born at 35 1/2 weeks, to be developmentally delayed?
• My 8-year-old daughter has been invited to a slumber party. One of the girls invited had lice recently. Is it OK to let my daughter go?
• Can I take acetaminophen (Tylenol, paracetamol) during pregnancy?
• Is my 2-month-old baby growing too fast on breast milk?
• What can I do to ease sickness and maintain muscle tone?
• What can I do to ease sickness and maintain muscle tone?
• How can I maintain a strong bond with my daughter?
• I was wondering whether there was any information (research or anecdotal) that would indicate that extremely fair haired individuals have more sensitive skin and struggle more with breastfeeding?
• I am flying to visit in-laws soon. Should I take my own car seat or is it OK to borrow my sister-in-law?s?
• How can I help my 11-year-old get to sleep at night?
• Can you explain the correlation between carpal tunnel syndrome and pregnancy?
• Can you explain the correlation between carpal tunnel syndrome and pregnancy?
• I recently delivered a stillborn baby boy. I had no water around the baby. What could cause this?
• My 22-month-old son pinches, hits and scratches himself. What should I do?

• Please advise if it is possible to tell if the twin pregnancy will be preterm by measuring the belly size and water bag being big by ultrasound finding. Also if this is OK, then what kind of precautions should we take and what are the chances for survival?

• I am finding it difficult to bond with my newly-adopted child. Is this normal?
• My very thin 10-year-old has started saying she's fat and wants to go on a low-calorie diet. I know she's hearing this at school. What should I do?
• Is there any evidence that shows that physical activity is important to the way kids learn?
• What can happen to someone who suffers from incontinence and who decides to remain indoors and not socialize for fear of leaking?
• Should I eat a meal before or after I workout?
• How do I nurse Baby the first time?
• Can I kickbox while pregnant?
• I have 4-month-old twin girls. It seems that when we are talking to them by their name, they don't respond to it. Sometimes they both look. When do they realize their own name?
• How do we get rid of reoccurring head lice for good?
• My daughter pierced her belly button without permission and kept it from me until I discovered it by accident. What do you suggest I do?
• What can I do about my daughter's excessive talking in preschool?
• My baby is not here yet, but I am already anticipating hearing him say "da da." At what age can I expect this?
• For how long does chicken pox remain contagious?
• My wife and I are separated, and she thinks I coddle our 4-year-old son too much. Is this a problem?
• Does raising bilingual toddlers delay their speech?
• My 3-month-old is showing signs of habitual thumb-sucking. I see this as a bad habit. How can I discourage this?
• Can you emotionally damage a baby with the things you say?
• My daughter shared a secret with me, and I kept the information from her father. I would like your opinion on how I handled the situation
• My 3-week-old son is strictly breastfed and has not had a bowel movement in three days. How long is normal and when should I start to be concerned about constipation?
• How common is it to have more than one child in the home with ADD?
• My 11-year-old son sometimes explodes emotionally. What can I do to help him?
• What types of understanding and communication skills should an almost 3-year-old have?
• I am teaching my 3-year-old Swedish, German and English all at once. Is this OK?
• My wife is having a lot of pain starting from her mid-buttock area to mid-thigh in the back. Could this be a slipped disc?
• My wife is having a lot of pain starting from her mid-buttock area to mid-thigh in the back. Could this be a slipped disc?
• Can I keep running during pregnancy?
• Can I keep running during pregnancy?
• My pediatrician told me to feed my baby on a strict schedule. I'm not following his advice. What's your opinion?
• I have a 3-year-old who does not sleep at night, is on the go all day, does not listen when I try to make him mind, throws things, does not get along with other kids and will not take time to eat or go potty. Could my child have ADHD?
• Could my tongue-tied baby be the cause of my sore breasts?
• How can I avoid making hemorrhoids worse during labor?
• My 5-year-old still uses a pacifier. What should I do?
• Can I supplement my 12-month-old by mixing 4 percent cow's milk with expressed breastmilk for her bottles?
• My son enjoyed preschool, but now does not want to go."
• My daughter can't pay her rent. Do you think it would be a good idea for us to pay her rent?
• When a baby is breech, does it always mean something is wrong?
• Can I keep running during pregnancy?
• Can antidepressants affect my baby?
• Do you sunburn more easily when pregnant?
• Is there anything to make me ovulate without having to give up breastfeeding?
• Can a baby spend too much time in a highchair or infant carrier?
• Do you sunburn more easily when pregnant?
• How long would humans nurse without societies negative influence?
• What are an employer's legal responsibilities and duties for breastfeeding and/or pumping at work?
• How can I prevent colic in a newborn?
• Can you suggest some prenatal and postnatal exercises?
• Does alcohol build up in a mother's breast milk? How long does it take for alcohol to be eliminated from Mom's milk?
• How early should you arrive at the airport before your flight?
• How long does Methotrexate stay in your system, and will I be able to pump and dump and go back to breastfeeding my baby?
• How can I keep my family safe while we are working out this winter?
• I am about 12 pounds underweight right now. While everyone says they envy me, I don't feel very healthy and want to get to a normal weight before I get pregnant.
• Our 7-month-old daughter will not stay in her crib all night. Any suggestions?
• Is it possible to have endometriosis not show during a pelvic ultrasound?
• My 4-year-old throws tantrums about wanting an ear piercing. What should I do?
• What is the Group B Strep culture?
• What are the risks and side effects of the flu shot?
• My second quantitative test came back negative. What could have happened?
• I'm the first one to get a cold in the wintertime. Now that I'm pregnant, is there anything I can do to stay healthy?
• Should I massage my breasts to prepare for breastfeeding? Can that cause premature labor?
• How do I deal with the separation of my abdominal muscles?
• Can my 10-month-old baby really be weaning herself so suddenly?
• I am still nursing my 38-month-old daughter and I want to go on until she weans herself. When should I expect this to happen?
• My family is considering going vegan. Any tips?
• How often should I check my daughterų hair for nits?
• Is it OK to supplement by giving my baby rice or cow’s milk?
• What is electronic monitoring?
• My daughter's birthday theme is Sesame Street. Any recipe ideas?
• I'm 13 and pregnant. What should I do?
• What are the best sources of iron?
• I am pregnant. I have horrible allergies and can't continue to take my prescription medicine. What can I do to alleviate seasonal allergies during pregnancy?
• My husband thinks we should trust our 13-year-old son, and when that trust is broken, we should not make a big deal out of it. Is he right?
• What can happen to someone who suffers from incontinence and decides to remain indoors and not socialize for fear of having an accident in public?
• My 6-year-old still wets the bed every night. Will she outgrow this?
• Is there anything I can do now as I'm getting bigger to work on my legs?
• Is there anything I can do now as I'm getting bigger to work on my legs?
• My 6-year-old still wets the bed every night. Will she outgrow this?
• What effect does being on antibiotics on a daily basis have on small children?
• My mother insists it's her right to discipline my children even when my husband and I are there. I feel she should only discipline them when we've left them in her care. Who’s right?
• Is it appropriate for an 8-year-old girl to sleep in her father?s bed?
• How can I eat frequently to satisfy my appetite without gaining a ton of weight?
• I had eating disorders in college. Could they have affected my present fertility?
• My 12-year-old has never been shy, but all of a sudden she is worried about people liking her. How can I help her?
• My 3-year-old still requires a bottle at night and at naptime. How can I wean him?
• My 4-year-old has a hard time showing empathy/sympathy towards others. What can I do?
• What can we do to get through to our 15-year-old about the importance of schoolwork?
• My 3-year-old hardly eats. How can I get him to eat more varieties of food?
• I've been experiencing acute pain in the left side of my pelvic bone. Can you help?
• How can I eat frequently to satisfy my appetite, without gaining a ton of weight?
• My best friend has offered to carry a child for my husband and me. Can we simply provide her with my husband's sperm?
• Should I suppliment my breastfeeding twins with formula?
• If I were to drink unsweetened, decaffeinated herbal tea, would that be counted toward my water intake?
• If I were to drink unsweetened, decaffeinated herbal tea, would that be counted toward my water intake?
• Should I wean my daughter before I go away for a week?
• Can I continue kickboxing while pregnant? Is it safe?
• How can I eat frequently to satisfy my appetite, without gaining a ton of weight?
• My son will not drink cow's milk. Is this something I should be concerned about?
• My 15-year-old has become sexually involved with a boy who is sexually promiscuous and uses drugs. What shall I do?
• Is it a problem to be overweight and pregnant?
• My 5-month-old son wakes up every half-hour after 4 a.m. How do I get him out of this routine?
• My 12-month-old son still wakes up two or three times a night and has difficulty settling himself down to sleep again. I don't believe in the "cry it out" approach. What should I do?
• Can I get a pedicure when I'm pregnant?
• My husband is encouraging our 1-year-old to have a favorite blanket and take it with him everywhere because he thinks it's cute. Do you recommend this?
• My kids don't want to eat breakfast before school. Is it really that important?
• When should I introduce strength training into the mix? What exercises should I do?
• My 11-month-old son is a picky eater and is losing weight. What can I do?
• How can I get my 2-and-a-half-year-old son to take medication?
• I have two middles names picked out for my baby that I love. They both go so well with the first name. Can I use both?
• Can I get pregnant without actual intercourse?
• I have silicone breast implants. Can I breastfeed my baby?
• What are the names of some pumps that will generate the best results for me?
• What kind of food do children prefer, and what is the biggest influence on their taste preference? Or is it from birth?
• I have ovarian cysts. Will they dissolve on their own? Is there any danger in trying to conceive right now? Does having ovarian cysts decrease the chances of becoming pregnant?
• What frozen fruits and veggies should I keep on hand?
• How do we soften our rule without feeling like we have lost control in our uneasy feelings?
• Why should I buy organic?
• Is Olean (Olestra), the fat substitute, safe during pregnancy?
• My teen is being picked on at school. Do I tell a teacher, call these kids' parents or leave it alone?
• My daughter does not have a long enough attention span to sit still at a meal and fill up. How do I get her to eat enough during the day so that she doesn't eat in the middle of the night and is she getting enough nutrients from the combination of adult food and three bottles of Isomil a day?
• We made love six times in five days, all around the time I ovulated. How could we not be pregnant?
• How can I increase the volume of milk I’m pumping?
• When I pumped this morning, I only produced a couple of ounces when I usually produce 10 to 12 ounces. Is my milk drying up?
• Are there exercises with weights that we can do as a family?
• What are the benefits of bike riding during pregnancy?
• How much sodium should I be consuming?
• What are some ideas for homemade baby foods I can make for my 8-month-old grandson?
• Can a judge order me to express milk for court-ordered visitations? What if I cannot express milk?
• We have a 7-year-old son who bites his hand and finger all the time. What is the best way to receive help?
• My daughter decided that she doesn't want to live at my house anymore and is looking into her legal rights to move out. Have I lost her?
• Will it be hard to position my baby for nursing if my breasts are large?
• Is there a speech development problem if twin boys (28 months old) are not speaking except in one- and two-word phrases? Is lack of parental involvement to blame?
• My periods are shorter now that I've gotten off the pill. Is this any reflection of my fertility?
• My 12-year-old son does not want to move with us. Do you have any suggestions?
• How safe are ovulation inducing methods?
• Do you have a recipe for teether cookies?
• How do I handle misbehavior in my 10-year-old stepdaughter?
• I feel very strongly that newborns DO NOT need to have water. How can I make sure the hospital staff will respect my wishes in this matter?
• Could I get pregnant and still have a period?
• My family is going skiing for the first time in New Mexico. What type of clothing should we take?
• My 5-year-old wakes up every 1-3 hours and comes into our room. What can we do?
• How soon can I exercise after bedrest and a C-section?
• Is there a trick to making your own frozen juice pops?
• My 14-year-old daughter has become unruly and disrespectful. Is it OK to spank her?
• How can I convince my daughter to take my advice about her distrusting boyfriend?
• I've been unable to breastfeed for a week. Could I have lost my supply in such a short time?
• How can I prevent my newborn from being infected with lice?
• My 6-year-old often sees her 8-year-old cousin playing like she's having a baby, and doing CPR and French kissing her brother. Is this normal sexual curiosity?
• I have an 18-year-old son who is afraid of growing up and is very introverted. What can I do?
• How do you teach a 16-year-old boy to respect a teacher that doesn't seem to respect the students?
• How does language develop from 7 months to 12 months of age?
• Is there any legitimate contraindication for breastfeeding while your infant receives a vaccination?
• Can you recommend some things that I can do to help encourage my son to be active?
• I am pregnant with my second child and would like to keep nursing my 20 month old. Is this possible?
• When should I quit drinking caffeine and alcohol?
• I am pregnant with my second child and would like to keep nursing my 20-month-old. Is this possible?
• I want to wean my 13-month-old daughter because she can't sleep without nursing -- is she too young?
• We are considering adopting a child with severe language delay from another country. Will this affect how he learns English?
• What type of childproof containers could you store shampoo and dishwashing liquid in?
• What sort of fun, unique workout can we do as a family indoors this winter?
• I overheard my daughter say that she would "kill herself" if she ever gets bigger than a size 3. What should I do?
• What are the guidelines to follow when choosing a doctor or a group of doctors?
• How can I safely do Pilates during pregnancy?
• I have a 12-year-old girl who trashes her room. She does not want to keep it clean. Any advice?
• What are some tips for weaning a 20-month-old who shows no signs of giving up breast milk?
• I've replaced the evening feeding with formula. Is there anything I should do to assure my breast milk supply for the rest of the day?
• How can I get rid of a terrible diaper rash?
• How can I get rid of a terrible diaper rash?
• Should parents avoid sending their children to public schools?
• What's the line between praising/encouraging and discipline when it comes to potty training?
• My 18-year-old's personality has drastically changed and counseling efforts have so far failed. What should I do?
• How can weight training affect my baby?
• Do you have any information on how weight training could affect our baby? Am Iable to continue weight training at a lower weight/higher reps?
• I am pregnant with my second child and would like to keep nursing my 20-month-old. Is this possible?
• Do you have any information on how weight training could affect our baby? Am Iable to continue weight training at a lower weight/higher reps?
• Why am I having postpartum pain in my pelvis?
• When should a child be given a key to the house?
• My 1-year-old has started touching her genitals and stares at the little boy I watch when I am changing his diaper. Is this normal?
• What can I do about a 1-year-old twin who screams and cries whenever he is left alone?
• When should a child be given a key to the house?
• My son is almost 5 years old , but can’t speak in full sentences. He’s been diagnosed with DVD. What else could be wrong?
• My son is almost 5 years old , but canŴ speak in full sentences. Heų been diagnosed with DVD. What else could be wrong?
• What should I expect when I take my baby to the hospital?
• If someone is addicted to a food, is it better to stop eating it or find the cause of the behavior first?
• Is there any reason why a 5-year-old child should be seeing a chiropractor for fluid in her ears?
• Could breastfeeding my toddler be preventing pregnancy even though I am probably ovulating?
• I am a vegetarian. Should I be concerned about getting enough protein?
• How can I get my 13-year-old to stop drinking alcohol and smoking?
• I am a single father. How do I talk to my 11-year-old son about sex?
• I had a breast reduction. Will I be able to breastfeed?
• Is Olean (Olestra) -- the new fat substitute -- safe during pregnancy?
• Is bedwetting a sleep disorder or is it related to bladder development?
• How can I brush my 2-year-old's teeth when he won't let me? And should he be going to the dentist now?
• Do you have a recipe for a fun, but healthy, cake for my daughter's first birthday?
• Are diet sodas OK to drink during pregnancy?
• Are diet sodas okay to drink during pregnancy?
• My 4-year-old complains of stomach aches throughout the day. I am expecting a baby soon. Is this a normal reaction?
• How do I ensure that I don't gain unhealthy pounds when I get pregnant?
• What is the most common reason that parents bring a child to the emergency room?
• My wife is in the hospital, pregnant with triplets. It is up to me to design and create our babies' nursery. Can you help?
• Why should physical activity start early in life?
• What are the risks of having a VBAC?
• Now that my baby started eating solids, what is the role of breastmilk in his diet?
• What is farina? How can I incorporate it into my diet?
• My son will turn 2 in December. Since July or August, he has had this nagging cough.Could it be allergies?
• My son turned 2 in December. Since July or August, he has had this nagging cough. I like and trust my doctor, but we have tried three different medications to cure this cough. Could it be allergies?
• How do I deal with my son stealing money from other family members?
• My 20-year-old granddaughter makes herself throw up. She refuses counseling. What should I do?
• I just had a Greek salad with feta cheese and was just told by my friend that feta cheese is dangerous. Should I be concerned?
• How does a doula help with breastfeeding? Isn't that what a lactation consultant is for? Do they do different things?
• Can you recommend a good brand of breast pump?
• What are some behavioral modification techniques for ADD?
• My 5-year-old niece will have bowel movements in her pants, but not in the toilet. Her parents recently divorced. Could this be psychological?
• Can I exclusively breastfeed my 6-month-old son for the first 12 months?
• I snooped and read my 16-year-old daughter's journal. Is it normal for me to feel so guilty? Now she can't trust me. Will I ever get that back?
• We live in New Orleans, and since Hurricane Katrina my daughter has gained 50 pounds. What should I do?
• How can I become a lactation consultant?
• If my nipples are leaking, does that mean I'm pregnant?
• How can I help my daughter feel safe even when I'm notaround?
• If my nipples are leaking, does that mean I'm pregnant?
• I am in the best shape of my life. How can I maintain that during pregnancy?
• How can adoptive moms prepare to breastfeed?
• When should I quit drinking caffeine and alcohol?
• Is it appropriate to spank my child who is under 1 year old?
• My 11-year-old still sucks his thumb. What can I do about this?
• What are good methods for protecting the perineum during a rapid delivery?
• Does massaging the perineum with sweet almond oil help avoid tearing?
• Is there anything I can do to relieve intense itching?
• My breasts are so large now, I am worried I will smother my baby if I try to breastfeed. Also, will my breasts return to their former size?
• I am in the best shape of my life and want to know how to maintain that during pregnancy?
• I think that a cheap pair of sneakers is fine. My husband disagrees. Who's right?
• I have heard of books and people that claim to potty train a child in one day. Is this really possible? Is it preferable?
• My son is almost 4 1/2 months old, and breastfeeding is still painful. Any suggestions?
• What can I do to stop permanent weight gain?
• Is it normal to have sore nipples when breastfeeding?
• How can we assure my 10-year-old stepson of his security so he will sleep in his own bed?
• How will I be able to tell when I am ovulating?
• My ex-wife and I disagree on how to raise our 12-year-old daughter. What should I do?
• What can I do to stop permanent weight gain?
• My 2-week-old only eats for about three to eight minutes. Am I doing something incorrectly that is making him interested for such a short time?
• How can I talk to my children about safety without scaring them?
• How do I talk to my quieter 16-year-old twin daughter?
• Is it too late to begin nursing a 1-week-old baby?
• What kind of things can parents do to keep children
• I am slightly underweight and have trouble putting on weight. Could I be harming the baby if he is not getting enough food?
• Could I be harming the baby if I am not gaining enough weight?
• How can I safely store expressed breast milk?
• How high should I let my heart rate get when exercising?
• I think my milk has dried up. If it has, should I continue to nurse my 4-year-old or should I make an effort to stop?
• Is my daughter's grieving process normal?
• Is my daughter's grieving process normal?
• What are the best exercises to tone your stomach?
• Am I putting my fetus at risk by running in a marathon at 61/2 weeks?
• How high can your heart rate get when exercising?
• How can I help teach my 11-year-old daughter not to over exaggerate when something happens?
• My toddler has tons of toys. Can you tell me any clever ways to store them so they're not the focal point of the room?
• My daughter is telling terrible lies. What can I do?
• What are some natural ways to induce labor?
• How can I accept my 12-year-old stepdaughter after she has made horrible, untruthful accusations?
• How can I encourage my twin toddlers to be bilingual?
• My daughter is telling terrible lies. What can I do?
• What is an average fee for a Doula? Is this fee often covered by health insurance?
• My 15-year-old daughter admitted that her boyfriend has been coming over for several weeks while we are at work and that they have been having sex. Do you have any advice?
• When should I start to worry about my child's bedwetting?
• I think my child has a speech disability. What can cause this? I'm worried it's because of something I did during my pregnancy.
• Is it okay if I pump and then breastfeed my baby that way instead of directly from the breast?
• How can I keep my stress from affecting my baby?
• My new husband had a vasectomy and is considerably older than me. What is the first step that we should take in order to find out if we are able to have children together?
• What is the real truth about Depo Provera while breastfeeding? Is it safe?
• What can my daughter do to ensure that breastfeeding doesn't get off to a rough start?
• Is there anything that I can do to increase my chance of having a girl?
• I trust my 16-year-old son, and I think that it's OK for him to go out on Fridays and Saturdays until 4 a.m. Am I out of my mind for giving my son that much credit and trust?
• How do we open our daughter's eyes to the social criticism of interracial dating and guide her toward other possibilities?
• Nurses at the hospital said my daughter is latching on properly, so why am I still sore?