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Raising Boys


Are you the Mother of boys?  Do you sometimes wonder what makes these strange little creatures tick?  If so, come on in and share with us the trials and tribulations of raising boys to men.

Having three boys myself i often wonder what it is that makes them tick, and if i'm on the right 'track' with them.  Here we can share advice on parenting them,  what special things you do with your boys, how you cope with disciplining them or just the joys they bring.



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07
Dec
2008
boredmum

Need help!

by boredmumComment Published at 17:0217:024 comments4 comments47 Visits47 VisitsReport

Brad (my 9 year old) is being  a pain in the butt lately. He is so naughty & then lies about it, he back chats & pretty much thinks he can do what he wants. No punishment I have tried works. Time outs, taking away the playstation, dvd & computer privledges, grounding, early bed times-nothing is working! I dont know what to do anymore, he is driving me crazy. Any ideas would be great.

Thanks guys. xxxx

09
Oct
2008
cathbusymum

Teething Boys

by cathbusymumComment Published at 17:5717:576 comments6 comments76 Visits76 VisitsReport

Ok well I have only had girls before and already there are major differences in just six months! He is a lot more whingy then any of the girls even his twin sister. They are so quiet by comparison! Now the twins are teething.

He whinges day and night and hardly lets up! His sister sits there next to him quietly teething away LOL So is it just him or boys in general that are more whingy?? He's driving me nuts lol He wants constant attention unless he's sleeping! Although he is a loving little boy, I need to rest my arms LOL

Cath xxoo

22
Sep
2008
cassaustin

For mothers of Boys.. I have a question...

by cassaustinComment Published at 14:5414:5410 comments10 comments147 Visits147 VisitsReport

This is a strange sort of Q for me to be asking. I feel like i am betraying my boy somehow, but i gotta know LOL...

The past 3 mornings, when i have changed Austin's nappy, he has had a baby erection...  Im not too sure if this is normal or what... I also dont know whether i should be putting the nappy back on straight away, or leaving it off for a while and dodging incase he pees on me...

He doesnt seem worried by it, just tries to play with it (as usual)

What i want to know, is if it is normal, and does anyone know why baby's get erections???

Thanks xoxox

05
Sep
2008
bindi1

Hi I am a new group member

by bindi1Comment Published at 00:3800:383 comments3 comments27 Visits27 VisitsReport

Hi there,

I am the blessed mum of 2 incredible boys Charlie 13yrs and  Christopher 9 yrs.  How lucky are we to have these unusual beings to raise and nurture.  But I am yet to figure out what makes them tick. As the only female in the house it can really feel like a mars and venus thing.  I sometimes really don't get them  I thought it would be great to join a group of parents that related to all this and share your experiences and advise.

Liz

27
Aug
2008
cheekymonkey

OMG whre have I been..................

by cheekymonkeyComment Published at 06:0406:042 comments2 comments35 Visits35 VisitsReport

I had no idea this little slice of heaven existed!

All my friends have girls, and they have no idea and cannot comprehend what it's like to have a boy. After seeing my son, I think they are actually afraid of them!

Ahhhhh, I feel at easae now. I'm in like company!

13
Jul
2008
Ravenheart

my little monster

by RavenheartComment Published at 01:0501:056 comments6 comments51 Visits51 VisitsReport

jake is a monster.. in a good way. he growls at us l;ike a lil monster. he does it all the time. he think its hillarious.

did ur boys make funny noises as babies??

xoxo

03
Jul
2008
Domestic-warrior

A Special Evening with Steve Biddulph

by Domestic-warriorComment Published at 04:0604:060 comments0 comments26 Visits26 VisitsReport

The author of Raising Boys is doing some talks around the Qld area in October......for info and tickets go to www.playgroupaustralia.com.au/qld or call 1800 171 882....

15
Jun
2008
Domestic-warrior

Can boys Focus?

by Domestic-warriorComment Published at 21:2821:282 comments2 comments74 Visits74 VisitsReport

Has anyone had problems with their Sons' not being able to focus on the task at hand, especially at school?  I'm sure this is a problem not isolated to boys but was just wondering if you have had this in your own family or immediate family and if so, how did you find out, what did you do about it and was there a clinical/medical reason for it? 

Curious.

29
May
2008
AZMom

HELP!

by AZMomComment Published at 07:2507:254 comments4 comments43 Visits43 VisitsReport

My little darling (23 months) has started with the screaming thing again.  Whenever we do or say something he doesn't like/wants (like changing his diaper)  he starts screaming at full volume until he is bright red in the face... and then some. He started this about a year ago, I ignored it and after a week it stopped, unfortunately it does not appear to be working this time. Last night we went to a restaurant and he started screaming again, I tried diverting his attention but was not really successful with that either.

At home I have tried to reason with him by acknowledging that he is frustrated and trying to get him to talk to me (he is not talking too well though either) I have tried ignoring it or when it gets really bad I have put him in time-out. It does seem to be getting worse though

If anyone can provide any help (apart from ear plugs) at all I would greatly appreciate it! We will be taking a 15 hour flight in 2 weeks and I really want to try to nip it in the bud before then (lol I am seeking a miracle!)

Lorna 

22
May
2008
HarrisonsMommy

Shitty Sleep habits

by HarrisonsMommyComment Published at 06:5506:5511 comments11 comments56 Visits56 VisitsReport

Well, Harrison  in the morning and not wanting to go back to sleep.  He is happy and quiet if I am in his room and rubbing his back or even just standing there.  But I go to leave and the water works start.  I leave his room and he cries.  If I close the door, he just gets up and follows me. 

I have made the mistake of giving in and letting him come into bed with me when dean is away (is just so much easier) but it isn't like he goes right to sleep.  He lays there playing with his binky/dummy flipping around, saying hi mommy, and when he has had enough, says all done.  This morning, I was practically yelling at him to lay down and go to sleep-we were in the spare bedroom. 

It was the rain last night that woke him up so that was the excuse there.  but  normally, it is seemingly nothing. 

I am at my wits end with what to do with him.  It doesn't seem that he really wants me or to be in my bed, just that he can't sleep and wants a friend.  I don't know what the hell to do.  And at 0430, I am tired and tend to go the easy route...

Any suggestions would be appreciated

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