http://www.minti.com/latest-activity/ Latest activity on Minti Copyright 2009 Minti en-uk janicepovey  A great article...what a lovely way to preserve those precious memories and  those first time magical moments, that only our children can give us. I have always done crazy things with all... I have always done crazy things with all...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12331/Scrapbooking--Memories-for-your-children/#1075469 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12331/Scrapbooking--Memories-for-your-children/#1075469 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:46:22 -0800 fullhouse Asked my kids and the answers were ......... DD2 yes you love me, DD5 make you valentines cards with love hearts, DD7 nothing you just do, DS10 what are you talking about? DS12 nothing, DD14 nothing... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3947/Ask-Your-Child-This-Question/#1075468 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3947/Ask-Your-Child-This-Question/#1075468 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:45:18 -0800 mystikal   Scrapbooking – Memories for your children     I always found it sad that my parents had about 5 photos of me when I was a baby and growing up. I found myself wondering what... Scrapbooking – Memories for your children  
 
I always found it sad that my parents had about 5 photos of me when I was a baby and growing up. I found myself wondering what...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12331/Scrapbooking--Memories-for-your-children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12331/Scrapbooking--Memories-for-your-children/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:54:41 -0800 AMAMom As parents, we ask our children lots of questions. I'm sure it's part of the official parental job description, which is hidden somewhere in one of the many piles of paper throughout my house. We ask... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3947/Ask-Your-Child-This-Question/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3947/Ask-Your-Child-This-Question/ Fri, 12 Jan 2007 23:09:43 -0800 veejay yes there is a lot of fires and floods everywhere not good  but our thoughts are with you all at this time http://www.minti.com/groups/92541/A--chat-with-Marg-and-Janice/blog/1075432/Heavens/#1075464 http://www.minti.com/groups/92541/A--chat-with-Marg-and-Janice/blog/1075432/Heavens/#1075464 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:55:04 -0800 mystikal Guess your company must be going broke too with all these advertising posts you're making about the same company. This is a parenting forum, try and keep it that way! http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/331882/heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeellllllllllllllllllllllppppppppppp/#1075459 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/331882/heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeellllllllllllllllllllllppppppppppp/#1075459 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:59:12 -0800 rogerbaylor Hi Tassiebiarch, Well better report them to a telecommunication board or local police. This is an issue of privacy invasion and you have the right of not to be disturbed! I guess this phone company... Well better report them to a telecommunication board or local police. This is an issue of privacy invasion and you have the right of not to be disturbed! I guess this phone company...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/331882/heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeellllllllllllllllllllllppppppppppp/#1075458 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/331882/heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeellllllllllllllllllllllppppppppppp/#1075458 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:57:48 -0800 mystikal Follow your gut instincts Mary. Keep consulting specialists until you get one who hears and sees what you do and is willing to work with your son. Sometimes experts think they know best but we know... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075457 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075457 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:56:29 -0800 rogerbaylor Hi anonymous, The right age for children to own a mobile phones is when they know how to use one. It is very important to have instant communication especially during emergencies. Free yourself from... The right age for children to own a mobile phones is when they know how to use one. It is very important to have instant communication especially during emergencies. Free yourself from...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/352707/mobile-phones/#1075456 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/352707/mobile-phones/#1075456 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:52:31 -0800 rogerbaylor Hi Tahrub, Bad customer service spells disaster to a business. If I get bad customer service I will try to pinch the representative's conscience by telling him/her that "the competing company... Bad customer service spells disaster to a business. If I get bad customer service I will try to pinch the representative's conscience by telling him/her that "the competing company...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/375065/bad-customer-service/#1075455 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/375065/bad-customer-service/#1075455 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:48:34 -0800 mystikal http://www.minti.com/groups/43948/Baby-photo-Contest/blog/1075454/Raidens-special-day-1st-birthday/ http://www.minti.com/groups/43948/Baby-photo-Contest/blog/1075454/Raidens-special-day-1st-birthday/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:44:57 -0800 rogerbaylor Hi Anonymous, Telephone threats, harrassments, solicitations, scams and other form of communications problem can be solved by trying to consult a telecommunication company such as RingCentral. They... Telephone threats, harrassments, solicitations, scams and other form of communications problem can be solved by trying to consult a telecommunication company such as RingCentral. They...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/517610/help-l-think-l-am-being-cyberstalked/#1075452 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/517610/help-l-think-l-am-being-cyberstalked/#1075452 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:43:58 -0800 mystikal Always a time to celebrate when our Janice is around :) No drinking this end though, the car has sprung a rather expensive oil leak. I'll join you in a cuppa though xox http://www.minti.com/groups/44262/drinks-anyone/blog/1075238/its-time-to-celebrate/#1075451 http://www.minti.com/groups/44262/drinks-anyone/blog/1075238/its-time-to-celebrate/#1075451 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:39:05 -0800 mary727 My husband and I have been together since my son was only 13 months old. Where I definately don't agree with his reasoning when it comes to solving the issues, I think that he too is just at his... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075449 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075449 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:36:56 -0800 rogerbaylor New member http://www.minti.com/members/rogerbaylor/ http://www.minti.com/members/rogerbaylor/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:35:47 -0800 blue-raven In my experience when i have waited 10mins it has shown up and i have indeed been pregnant!!! It's been confirmed by the DR. I wouldn't trust it after the 10 mins but they dry out pretty quick... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075200/pregnacy/#1075445 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075200/pregnacy/#1075445 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:14:59 -0800 EmpoweringParents Note from James: A lot of the things we do to protect our children might be considered “spying” by our kids, but they are in fact measures we take to keep them safe from others, as well... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11824/Teens-and-Privacy-Should-I-Spy-on-My-Child-Plus-The-4-Tactics-Kids-Use-When-They-Get-Caught/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11824/Teens-and-Privacy-Should-I-Spy-on-My-Child-Plus-The-4-Tactics-Kids-Use-When-They-Get-Caught/ Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:51:00 -0700 JeanTracy Do bullies call your child names? Does he come home crying? Look inside to find out how you can strengthen his character and deal with bullies. Bullies are always cowards at heart and may be... Bullies are always cowards at heart and may be...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11681/5-Parenting-Tips--When-Bullies-Call-Your-Child-Names/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11681/5-Parenting-Tips--When-Bullies-Call-Your-Child-Names/ Fri, 01 May 2009 14:36:22 -0700 blue-raven First thing NO STEAM OR HUMMIDIFIERS have the Drs put your baby on an asthma watch. This is exactly the same symptom my Nikki had before she was diagnosed with asthma. Coughing all nite for no... Coughing all nite for no...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075239/coughing-at-night/#1075444 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075239/coughing-at-night/#1075444 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:07:36 -0800 smsjs To be presented with a Victoria Cross, he must have been a true hero. The VC's are not handed out often, so what an honor. I hope my poem helps you remember him in the way he would like to be....a... I hope my poem helps you remember him in the way he would like to be....a...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/smsjs/blog/1072941/Anzac-Spirit-Written-in-1995-by-me/#1075442 http://www.minti.com/members/smsjs/blog/1072941/Anzac-Spirit-Written-in-1995-by-me/#1075442 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:54 -0800 mystikal Boy do I understand constantly playing 2nd fiddle to my bro. I'm the only child who finished year 12 (with an OP in the top 15% of the state), got accepted in to all the top university's, set myself... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12339/Stress-Why-you-dont-need-stress-in-your-pregnancy/#1075441 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12339/Stress-Why-you-dont-need-stress-in-your-pregnancy/#1075441 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:04 -0800 mrbiggles New member http://www.minti.com/members/mrbiggles/ http://www.minti.com/members/mrbiggles/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:52:37 -0800 blue-raven I would book an app, with your DR (a double one) and speak with them first before your son join you. This is typical behaviour for a boy who has been sexual abused or molested. In my opinion this is... In my opinion this is...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075437 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075437 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:51:00 -0800 mystikal Thanks Juzzy :) no shame in talking about it as it only makes you a stronger person for it xox xox]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/#1075436 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/#1075436 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:43:05 -0800 mystikal Cheers Marg :) http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/#1075435 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/#1075435 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:42:15 -0800 blue-raven I have anxiety too........mine is caused by situations I can't control and is dominate by emotions. I was medicated up till a few mths ago and now I'm coping well on my own. I saw a pyschologist (12... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075434 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075434 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:35:56 -0800 mystikal Here are my thoughts.... Your son has either been touched inappropriately by a male and is acting out, he is exploring his sense of identity and sexuality or he is questioning his sexuality because... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075433 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075433 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:25:44 -0800 Marglr Marglr accepted a compliment of a wise owl http://www.minti.com/members/marglr/#compliments http://www.minti.com/members/marglr/#compliments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:19:59 -0800 Marglr I am so sorry at the loss of a policeman in the floods in Britain.  I do hope everyone is safe.  And the fires are threatening a lot of people in Australia!!  Again, I wish safety for... http://www.minti.com/groups/92541/A--chat-with-Marg-and-Janice/blog/1075432/Heavens/ http://www.minti.com/groups/92541/A--chat-with-Marg-and-Janice/blog/1075432/Heavens/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:12:22 -0800 HeadMutha  I remember the first time I heard Mothers Fighting for Others' founder Rocky Turner's voice.  Her husband Jeff had posted an audio of part of their phone conversation during her very first trip to... http://www.minti.com/members/headmutha/blog/1075429/The-word-Sponsor-will-never-be-the-same-to-me http://www.minti.com/members/headmutha/blog/1075429/The-word-Sponsor-will-never-be-the-same-to-me Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:08:29 -0800 blue-raven It these tight times there are many things you can do to reduce your weekly expense. Lets start with the shopping trolley......... Buy in bulk. Buying everyday items in bulk will reduce your... Lets start with the shopping trolley.........
Buy in bulk.
Buying everyday items in bulk will reduce your...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12289/Reducing-your-Expense-Part-1-The-trolley/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12289/Reducing-your-Expense-Part-1-The-trolley/ Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:31:14 -0700 adikted Great advice, thankyou. I generally buy any specials I can in bulk, then google freezer recipes with that ingredient and spend a whole day preparing meals to pop into the freezer. I usually have at... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12289/Reducing-your-Expense-Part-1-The-trolley/#1075427 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12289/Reducing-your-Expense-Part-1-The-trolley/#1075427 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:03:11 -0800 sandra106 there is obviously alot of issues going on that you are not aware of and disipline is not the answer. Your boy needs alot of understanding and needs professional help to get to the cause... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075425 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075425 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:54:56 -0800 sandra106 also you could buy red and green sprinkles to keep to a christmas theme http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075419/christmas-recipes-kids-can-make/#1075424 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075419/christmas-recipes-kids-can-make/#1075424 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:47:11 -0800 adikted New member http://www.minti.com/members/adikted/ http://www.minti.com/members/adikted/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:46:35 -0800 sandra106 buy some plain biscuits like arrowroots and she could make icing and then ice them and decorate them with sprinkles or lollies that would be quick and easy. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075419/christmas-recipes-kids-can-make/#1075420 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075419/christmas-recipes-kids-can-make/#1075420 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:46:05 -0800 RockerMama Does anyone know of any easy Christmas recipes that kids can make with just a little assistance, mostly just supervision? DD's convinced she's old enough to bake herself, the only thing she thinks... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075419/christmas-recipes-kids-can-make/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075419/christmas-recipes-kids-can-make/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:27:26 -0800 RockerMama I have to agree that this is not something that can be "fixed" with discipline or punishment.  If your son is doing the things that he's being accused of doing, there are some very big... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075418 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075418 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:21:48 -0800 racechick23 i brought my son a thomas the tank engine single bed.  he loves it as its his fav character. i wanted a toddler bed but then i thought against it cos i would have to buy a single bed... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075404/toddler-bed-or-big-bed/#1075417 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075404/toddler-bed-or-big-bed/#1075417 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:53:23 -0800 zoolooau  I just wanted to say it is great you are willing to help this poor boy!!!! I wish everyone could have someone like you looking out for them! Good luck hope it works out! Good luck hope it works out!]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075388/17-yrs-old-how-can-i-help-him/#1075416 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075388/17-yrs-old-how-can-i-help-him/#1075416 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:46:54 -0800 Arna Don't go into panic mode, everything is fine, well, almost everything.  I'm just having a moan about my thumb. 3 weeks ago, I dislocated my thumb.  Full dislocation, which frightened me so... 3 weeks ago, I dislocated my thumb.  Full dislocation, which frightened me so...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/arna/blog/1075415/At-What-Point-Do-You-Say-Enough http://www.minti.com/members/arna/blog/1075415/At-What-Point-Do-You-Say-Enough Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:36:54 -0800 Arna Noone will see you as a home wrecker if you decide to end your relationship, no one has the right to because they aren't going through what you are going through.  If your relationship is... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075184/fallen-out-of-love/#1075414 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075184/fallen-out-of-love/#1075414 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:19:23 -0800 Arna By dates, it sounds like you are pregnant, BUT: If you have been trying for a long time to get pregnant without much success, there is a condition known as a phantom pregnancy where your body is... If you have been trying for a long time to get pregnant without much success, there is a condition known as a phantom pregnancy where your body is...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075200/pregnacy/#1075413 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075200/pregnacy/#1075413 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:07:19 -0800 Arna A lot of women who suffer from PND deny they have or have had it.  They feel that it is their duty to keep going on like their hormones and lives haven't just been turned upside down.  I... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075215/post-natal-depression/#1075412 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075215/post-natal-depression/#1075412 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:03:33 -0800 Arna Our girls are the same.  Everytime they get a virus, they get 'the dreaded cough'.  It's seen us at the emergency room a few times only to be told that our girls are fine.  There... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075239/coughing-at-night/#1075411 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075239/coughing-at-night/#1075411 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:59:32 -0800 HOTMAMA We went back for the test results and we got great news, we dont  have to go back for a year! Unless Kimber starts messing with her nose like it bothers her. They are still not sure what it is,... http://www.minti.com/members/hotmama/blog/1075410/Stanford-Childrens-Hospital http://www.minti.com/members/hotmama/blog/1075410/Stanford-Childrens-Hospital Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:57:53 -0800 CazzaSward I Agree also with Arna, your son does'nt need discapline as such and needs to be able to have some form of counsilling(sp) .. I also feel the school should be doing everything in their duty to... I also feel the school should be doing everything in their duty to...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075409 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075409 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:57:12 -0800 mango-mummy Might be more comforatable in a toddler bed withthere fav cartoon charactor aye.. I got a single bed for my daughter n shes to scared to go in in    ]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075404/toddler-bed-or-big-bed/#1075408 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075404/toddler-bed-or-big-bed/#1075408 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:55:25 -0800 KathrynR1402 Very much in agreement, Izzy. The discussion that followed that ill informed article was probably the best reason to leave the article up there. There were some great comments. Oh, just one comment... The discussion that followed that ill informed article was probably the best reason to leave the article up there. There were some great comments.
Oh, just one comment...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/izzy/blog/1075363/the-subject-of-rape/#1075407 http://www.minti.com/members/izzy/blog/1075363/the-subject-of-rape/#1075407 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:55:20 -0800 sueedge 10. You rediscover the art of conversation! Our children today aren't getting enough practice in the art of conversation - and it is an art! The ability to listen to what others have to say,... Our children today aren't getting enough practice in the art of conversation - and it is an art! The ability to listen to what others have to say,...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11807/Family-Ties10-Good-Reasons-to-Switch-Off-the-TV-today/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11807/Family-Ties10-Good-Reasons-to-Switch-Off-the-TV-today/ Mon, 22 Jun 2009 05:39:44 -0700 youngandscared youngandscared accepted a gift of a Pair of Muggies http://www.minti.com/members/youngandscared/gifts#gift115444 http://www.minti.com/members/youngandscared/gifts#gift115444 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:49:14 -0800 Arna Most home pregnancy test kits state very clearly in the instructions 3-5 mins for an accurate result.  Leaving a test for any longer than the 5 mins can result in a false result and that result... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075200/pregnacy/#1075406 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075200/pregnacy/#1075406 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:47:38 -0800 mango-mummy these sort of things are great... we have a couple near me called food barn.. you have to have a low income earners hhc. n you pay $30 take a green bag and fill it up with what ever you want.. some... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4541/Food-BanksA-Hand-Up-NOT-a-Hand-OutHere-is-some-in-Queensland-/#1075405 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4541/Food-BanksA-Hand-Up-NOT-a-Hand-OutHere-is-some-in-Queensland-/#1075405 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:46:20 -0800 Anonymous when moving my toddler out of the cot, should i go into a toddler bed first, or straight into a single bed with rails? and opinion on each... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075404/toddler-bed-or-big-bed/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075404/toddler-bed-or-big-bed/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:35:12 -0800 Arna I have a panic/anxiety problem, though not as bad as it used to be (says she jumping off her chair as a door slams-stupid wind!). How you learn to cope will depend on the type of anxiety/panic... How you learn to cope will depend on the type of anxiety/panic...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075403 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075403 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:29:21 -0800 Arna And you seem to be alot better now Dannii, I can tell just by the way you write. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075402 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075402 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:22:53 -0800 Arna Arna accepted a compliment of a mother teresa http://www.minti.com/members/arna/#compliments http://www.minti.com/members/arna/#compliments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:10:20 -0800 Arna Your son's step father wants to punish him?  For what?  Because he is going through something he has little control over?  I'm sorry, but that in itself is a form of abuse.  I... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075401 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/#1075401 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:10:16 -0800 KathrynR1402 Thanks Mand! Dad REALLY needs to be moved off the short-stay ward (been there a week but the stroke ward is full) as they are too short staffed to look after properly him now he's so disabled. Real... http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/1073269/Urgent-Request/#1075400 http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/1073269/Urgent-Request/#1075400 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:05:16 -0800 Arna I have to ask what changes there have been in her life recently.  This includes moving house, moving school, the loss of a close friend, a break down in your relationship with her Father, lack... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075162/self-mutilation/#1075398 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075162/self-mutilation/#1075398 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:01:57 -0800 Arna Arna accepted a gift of a Sweet as Roses http://www.minti.com/members/arna/gifts#gift115546 http://www.minti.com/members/arna/gifts#gift115546 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:57:05 -0800 minti-database 101 Inspirational Stories of Energy, Endurance, and Endorphins Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen & Amy Newmark Many of you know that we originally planned this book to cover all three triathlon... http://www.minti.com/members/minti-database/blog/1075397/Chicken-Soup-for-the-Soul-Runners http://www.minti.com/members/minti-database/blog/1075397/Chicken-Soup-for-the-Soul-Runners Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:44:32 -0800 serendipity22     I had a grandfather at Gallipoli, they named a post after him, but they misspelt the name. Steeles post, there is no e. My uncle's father got a VC there.  
 
I had a grandfather at Gallipoli, they named a post after him, but they misspelt the name.
Steeles post, there is no e.
My uncle's father got a VC there.
 ]]> http://www.minti.com/members/smsjs/blog/1072941/Anzac-Spirit-Written-in-1995-by-me/#1075396 http://www.minti.com/members/smsjs/blog/1072941/Anzac-Spirit-Written-in-1995-by-me/#1075396 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:37:21 -0800 mango-mummy Jut dont give up Keep tryin even if he "doesnt want" your help.. at least he knows someone cares and that he has someone to turn to Keep tryin even if he "doesnt want" your help.. at least he knows someone cares and that he has someone to turn to]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075388/17-yrs-old-how-can-i-help-him/#1075395 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075388/17-yrs-old-how-can-i-help-him/#1075395 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:58:40 -0800 mummy2girls I'm writting this article as therapy!  But I must warn anyone who reads this, it is my experience as it happened and some of it I'm sure will be hard to read, as I found it very difficult to... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8440/My-experience-of-miscarriage--Coping-with-my-loss/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8440/My-experience-of-miscarriage--Coping-with-my-loss/ Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:55:02 -0700 peanut410 Thank you for all your advice, it has really helped. I've now got into the habit of not giving him anything unless he eats what he's supposed to first. In fact, think I have realised that its because... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1072743/fruit/#1075393 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1072743/fruit/#1075393 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:33:19 -0800 mary727 Lisa I have never met you and yet I feel as if we are sisters of the most horrible and heartbreaking kind. In 1996 I got pregnant and was just overjoyed. I spent the first four months going through... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8440/My-experience-of-miscarriage--Coping-with-my-loss/#1075392 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8440/My-experience-of-miscarriage--Coping-with-my-loss/#1075392 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:32:09 -0800 peanut410 peanut410 accepted a compliment of a happy family http://www.minti.com/members/peanut410/#compliments http://www.minti.com/members/peanut410/#compliments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:24:32 -0800 3pounds3 from raleigh, nc. i have a question regarding a 17yo young man that once dated my daughter. he is in a very trouble household - unofficially adopted by his aunt at as a toddler. when he dated my... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075388/17-yrs-old-how-can-i-help-him/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075388/17-yrs-old-how-can-i-help-him/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:57:58 -0800 kseers Re: How can I support my girlfriend? Asked by Rukia Question: Please I need your advice guys. I have a wonderful girlfriend who i have been friends with for 20+ years. my problem is this. she... Asked by Rukia

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Please I need your advice guys.
I have a wonderful girlfriend who i have been friends with for 20+ years. my problem is this. she...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9049/Overweight-and-wanting-to-get-pregnant/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9049/Overweight-and-wanting-to-get-pregnant/ Tue, 24 Jun 2008 02:48:34 -0700 wellness5 Before we look at ADHD behavior problems, we need to focus on the child himself and remember that we are building on the child's strengths rather than focusing and criticising their weaknesses all... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12343/ADHD-Behavior-Problems-Tips-For-Parents-/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12343/ADHD-Behavior-Problems-Tips-For-Parents-/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:46:46 -0800 nell18-3 I married  when I was 18 years old, I came from strict parents (although incredibly loving) and so I didn't notice the transformation of doing what my parents said to doing what my husband... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3713/Loneliness-and-Depression/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3713/Loneliness-and-Depression/ Fri, 05 Jan 2007 01:48:44 -0800 mary727 My son is 11 years old and in the 5th grade. Starting at the beginning of the year, I have had phone calls from his principal saying that there are other boys who have reported that my son has... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075385/inappropriate-touching/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:56:33 -0800 dannii17 Hi, I tested positive for the GBS also. I was told that I needed to lots of antibiotics before giving birth, definelty 1. When I went into labour, I had both lots of meds. Now that im pregnant... Now that im pregnant...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075107/group-b-strep/#1075384 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075107/group-b-strep/#1075384 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:47:25 -0800 dannii17 Sorry about all the spelling mistakes. 3.30 am here lol http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075383 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075383 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:39:37 -0800 dannii17 Hey. I dealt with extremely severe anxiety and panic attacks for 7-8 months! It was the worst time of my life. Mines been almost rid of for 5months. I sometimes still stress but tell myself its all... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075382 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1075288/panic-disorder-really-needing-to-talk-to-someone-who-can-help/#1075382 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:35:28 -0800 sinhob Christmas is a time for traditions – singing carols, eating mince pies, kissing under the mistletoe – and the favourite tradition across all generations is emptying the Christmas stocking. This... http://www.minti.com/members/sinhob/blog/1075389/Great-Stocking-Fillers-for-Christmas-2009 http://www.minti.com/members/sinhob/blog/1075389/Great-Stocking-Fillers-for-Christmas-2009 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:30:23 -0800 Izzyrose Check out the latest on Psychology Today, where Jacquelyn Fletcher, author of A Career Girl’s Guide to Becoming a Stepmom , contributes 5 Tips to Help Stressed Stepparents Enjoy the... 5 Tips to Help Stressed Stepparents Enjoy the...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/izzyrose/blog/1075390/5-Tips-to-Help-Stressed-Stepparents-Enjoy-T-Day http://www.minti.com/members/izzyrose/blog/1075390/5-Tips-to-Help-Stressed-Stepparents-Enjoy-T-Day Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:25:03 -0800 natalie21 Hi, Would love to visit Australia some day, where do your relatives live in the UK? Would love to visit Australia some day, where do your relatives live in the UK?]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/63/gb/blog/1001468/Hello-to-everyone-in-the-UK/#1075381 http://www.minti.com/groups/63/gb/blog/1001468/Hello-to-everyone-in-the-UK/#1075381 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:11:06 -0800 Nick-Mom http://www.minti.com/members/nick-mom/blog/1075391/Spinning-and-Grinning http://www.minti.com/members/nick-mom/blog/1075391/Spinning-and-Grinning Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:01:00 -0800 mystikal Help for problem gamblers I write this as a former gambler who developed and overcame a gambling addiction. Hopefully some of these helpful tips other than counselling or attending anonymous help... I write this as a former gambler who developed and overcame a gambling addiction. Hopefully some of these helpful tips other than counselling or attending anonymous help...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/ Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:38:13 -0700 EmpoweringParents Being the target of bullies is a form of torture. I know this firsthand—I was bullied for two years in elementary school. Now I’m a mom, and the thought of the same thing happening to my... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9392/My-Child-is-Being-BulliedWhat-Should-I-Do-QA-with-Bullying-Expert-Peggy-Moss/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9392/My-Child-is-Being-BulliedWhat-Should-I-Do-QA-with-Bullying-Expert-Peggy-Moss/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:49:34 -0700 mystikal Help for problem gamblers I write this as a former gambler who developed and overcame a gambling addiction. Hopefully some of these helpful tips other than counselling or attending anonymous help... I write this as a former gambler who developed and overcame a gambling addiction. Hopefully some of these helpful tips other than counselling or attending anonymous help...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12208/5-helpful-tips-for-problem-gamblers/ Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:38:13 -0700 EmpoweringParents Being the target of bullies is a form of torture. I know this firsthand—I was bullied for two years in elementary school. Now I’m a mom, and the thought of the same thing happening to my... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9392/My-Child-is-Being-BulliedWhat-Should-I-Do-QA-with-Bullying-Expert-Peggy-Moss/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9392/My-Child-is-Being-BulliedWhat-Should-I-Do-QA-with-Bullying-Expert-Peggy-Moss/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:49:34 -0700 AnIowaMom This morning, my darling dear Emily, ya know, the sick one ... walked past the window on her way downstairs to assume her position on... http://www.minti.com/members/aniowamom/blog/1075399/Sweet-Freak http://www.minti.com/members/aniowamom/blog/1075399/Sweet-Freak Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:45:35 -0800 EmpoweringParents When one of  Brandi Frank’s second grade students was expelled for punching another teacher in the stomach, Brandi was ready for his return to her classroom six weeks later. “I sat... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9677/School-of-Hard-Knocks-Getting-Behavioral-Help-for-Teachers-in-the-Classroom/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9677/School-of-Hard-Knocks-Getting-Behavioral-Help-for-Teachers-in-the-Classroom/ Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:55:18 -0700 EmpoweringParents This is part two of a two-part series on anxiety in children by James Lehman, MSW. In the first article, James discussed how to understand and identify anxiety in children. In this second and last... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9485/Freaked-Out-Part-II-How-to-Help-Kids-Manage-Their-Anxiety/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9485/Freaked-Out-Part-II-How-to-Help-Kids-Manage-Their-Anxiety/ Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:23:17 -0700 EmpoweringParents This is part one of a two-part series on anxiety in children by James Lehman, MSW. In the first article, James will discuss how to understand and identify anxiety in children. Next week, he'll give... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9484/Freaked-Out-Part-I-Understanding-Kids-with-Anxiety/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9484/Freaked-Out-Part-I-Understanding-Kids-with-Anxiety/ Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:34:23 -0700 3pounds3 New member http://www.minti.com/members/3pounds3/ http://www.minti.com/members/3pounds3/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:32:18 -0800 EmpoweringParents Q: When your child lies to you, it hurts. As parents, it makes us angry and we take it personally. We feel like we can never trust our child again. Why does lying cause such anger, pain and worry for... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9382/Why-Kids-Tell-Lies-And-What-To-Do-About-It/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9382/Why-Kids-Tell-Lies-And-What-To-Do-About-It/ Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:10:18 -0700 EmpoweringParents From young children to teens, James Lehman, MSW explains why your child is in trouble if he or she uses anger and acting out behavior to control others. When children use anger to get what they... When children use anger to get what they...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/10872/Anger-as-a-Weapon-When-Your-Child-Points-the-Gun-at-You/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/10872/Anger-as-a-Weapon-When-Your-Child-Points-the-Gun-at-You/ Wed, 03 Jun 2009 06:30:10 -0700 EmpoweringParents “No one is immune to the disease of addiction,” warns Katherine Ketcham, the coauthor of thirteen books, including Teens Under the Influence: The Truth About Kids, Alcohol, and Other... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/10622/Yes-Your-Kid-is-Smoking-Pot-What-Every-Parent-Needs-to-Know-Now/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/10622/Yes-Your-Kid-is-Smoking-Pot-What-Every-Parent-Needs-to-Know-Now/ Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:16:18 -0800 EmpoweringParents In Part II of James Lehman, MSW’s series on episodic childhood depression, he’ll discuss concrete ways you can teach your child coping skills. If your child seems distressed, despondent... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/10589/Is-Your-Child-Depressed-6-Ways-to-Help-Them-Cope-Kids-and-Depression-Part-II/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/10589/Is-Your-Child-Depressed-6-Ways-to-Help-Them-Cope-Kids-and-Depression-Part-II/ Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:31:32 -0700 Sccerrocmysx Ok well sometimes us kids are a bit well embaressed confused uncomfrtoable talking about some things with our parents. Like the big thing is Puberty and the brids & the bees. Well you may not... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6507/Talking-About-Puberty-To-Your-Teens--Tweens-By-A-Teen/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6507/Talking-About-Puberty-To-Your-Teens--Tweens-By-A-Teen/ Fri, 22 Jun 2007 17:08:30 -0700 EmpoweringParents Jill is a single mom of a nine-year-old daughter, whom she’s been raising by herself since Haley was an infant. “The hardest part about being a single parent is having no one else there... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9361/Flying-Solo-Six-Ways-to-Soar-as-a-Single-Parent/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9361/Flying-Solo-Six-Ways-to-Soar-as-a-Single-Parent/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:41:28 -0800 EmpoweringParents Does your child seem to interrupt every conversation with the words, "But Mom..." or "But Dad..." ? Do they constantly cut you off mid-sentence to tell you that something's not... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9460/Annoying-Teen-Behaviors-The-Constant-Interrupter/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9460/Annoying-Teen-Behaviors-The-Constant-Interrupter/ Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:46:22 -0700 robyn460 you are the parent of a brand new teen. Teens can be fun, lively and interesting companions. However, the sensitive technical upgrade that has turned your prepubescent child into an adolescent is... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1854/Dealing-with-your-unruly-teennever-thought-it-would-come-so-fast/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1854/Dealing-with-your-unruly-teennever-thought-it-would-come-so-fast/ Sat, 07 Oct 2006 11:17:32 -0700 cheleinkal I developed Bulimia at aged 16 after I had lost weight during a bout of Gastro, and thought I was on to something great.  It became the addiction that it is of course and turned me from an open... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6884/My-Bulimia-Experience/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6884/My-Bulimia-Experience/ Thu, 26 Jul 2007 01:29:35 -0700