http://www.minti.com/members/encorepi/comments/ Latest comments by encorepi on Minti Copyright 2008 Minti en-uk encorepi The tax bracket he is in is still only about 1/3 of his actual income, as the maximum tax rate 48% is only calculated on his income over $1200 per week, anyway, you certainly don't have to be making... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/882839/settlements-and-maintenance/#884065 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/882839/settlements-and-maintenance/#884065 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:09:39 -0800 encorepi I don't expect mintiers to make value decisions, I just thought others may have had similar experiences and would know if the information given by the initial legal advisor was correct, or whether my... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/882839/settlements-and-maintenance/#884044 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/882839/settlements-and-maintenance/#884044 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:51:46 -0800 encorepi Yes it is a high amount but she would be unable to stay in the family home if she has to pay him out 45% of the property value and is only receiving that amount.  They bought the house on the... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/882839/settlements-and-maintenance/#882967 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/882839/settlements-and-maintenance/#882967 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:39:29 -0800 encorepi We went through it.  Now, largely due to the small rat type dogs next door my sons are no longer afraid.  This causes other problems, I sometimes wish they were less friendly to dogs. ... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/879647/my-son-is-afraid-of-dogs/#879840 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/879647/my-son-is-afraid-of-dogs/#879840 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 02:21:18 -0800 encorepi Thanks, Ebay is one of my better friends too, but no luck with this, the growling bears as far as I can tell are the type you tip to get them to growl, not the type you pull the cord to get them to... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/875407/find-a-toy/#875922 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/875407/find-a-toy/#875922 Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:23:47 -0800 encorepi I thought this growler was the tip type, you tip the bear and he growls?  I don't know how you tell?? Thanks for your response, wondering if you could give me any more info. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/875407/find-a-toy/#875919 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/875407/find-a-toy/#875919 Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:21:57 -0800 encorepi I know my friend wants to give it another try, and my husband spoke to her husband and he says he wants to as well.  The only problem is that the other woman wants contact and my friends husband... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865146/maintenance/#865951 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865146/maintenance/#865951 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 17:24:45 -0800 encorepi That is good info.  I know that he often gets wheezy in response to dustmites, this is just different, I have used Phenergan and Claratyne both were recommended by the pediatrician, but they... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865151/allergieshayfever/#865944 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865151/allergieshayfever/#865944 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 17:16:25 -0800 encorepi I have had the skin prick tests done, and he is allergic to dust mites and rye grass.  Not sure that they tested animals.  Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865151/allergieshayfever/#865940 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865151/allergieshayfever/#865940 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 17:14:01 -0800 encorepi At one they are not going to remember, and so don't feel bad.  The other thing is that kids like you, your time and the simplest things.  A trip to the playground or game at home would be... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865093/birthday-blues/#865136 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/865093/birthday-blues/#865136 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 22:41:19 -0800 encorepi This was part of my experience too.  It is that progesterone doesn't agree with me.  But the pill did the same thing.  So I am best not being on anything, rather than anything... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789344/period/#791441 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789344/period/#791441 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:29:18 -0700 encorepi I don't imagine so, it is not toxic for humans, although would probably make you gassy, you would probably have to look it up, or look for the warnings on the... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/790865/cleaning-q/#791428 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/790865/cleaning-q/#791428 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:04:56 -0700 encorepi Yep, I would be buying fabric and heaps of safety pins and stick on velcro. Think about how they decorate the ends of the pews and table centres. Jodi Think about how they decorate the ends of the pews and table centres.
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/790694/miscellaneous/#790899 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/790694/miscellaneous/#790899 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:52:56 -0700 encorepi Before and after implanon was fairly irregular for me too.  I liked Implanon though, I get it that it doesn't work for everyone, but it was the best option for me.  Progesterone gives me... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789344/period/#790898 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789344/period/#790898 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:49:03 -0700 encorepi bi carb soda eats smells and it can be vaccuumed up.  Not sure if this would help, but maybe you could sprinkle it on the floor and leave it over night??  I just know that you can put it... I just know that you can put it...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/790865/cleaning-q/#790891 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/790865/cleaning-q/#790891 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:36:21 -0700 encorepi I guess it all comes down to your priorities, or more your partners priorities.  I would hope that he would prioritise his family and spending time with them.  But that is between... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789901/about-partner/#790601 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789901/about-partner/#790601 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:43:38 -0700 encorepi I have this same argument with my other half.  I just think that talking about it helps.  You "work" by looking after  your child, and you need time off from that as... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789901/about-partner/#789938 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789901/about-partner/#789938 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:37:29 -0700 encorepi Whoops! and cough all consistent.  I would just have it checked out.  i just think that you can never be too careful with breathing difficulty and if it is asthma it can get worse... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789463/can-a-baby-loose-his-voice/#789929 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789463/can-a-baby-loose-his-voice/#789929 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:30:43 -0700 encorepi I would take him to the doctor, it could be asthma.  Wheeze when breathing out.  Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789463/can-a-baby-loose-his-voice/#789927 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/789463/can-a-baby-loose-his-voice/#789927 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:29:05 -0700 encorepi My 3yo was a champion, went dry from day one, then all of a sudden, a couple of weeks back he was constipated, now he is wetting sometimes before being gotten up to go to the toilet then again in the... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/788296/bed-wetting-mat-how-to/#789859 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/788296/bed-wetting-mat-how-to/#789859 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:27:49 -0700 encorepi Yes, we have coles, it is small but hopefully, fingers crossed they will have waterproofs. Another three sets of bedding this morning, luckily not the doonas or pillows today. Jodi Another three sets of bedding this morning, luckily not the doonas or pillows today.
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/788296/bed-wetting-mat-how-to/#789006 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/788296/bed-wetting-mat-how-to/#789006 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:29:04 -0700 encorepi I kinda think that I understand. You have three bits: The waterproof The quilted absorbent layer And a piece of sheet 3ft long and the full width of the original sheet so it can be tucked... The waterproof
The quilted absorbent layer
And a piece of sheet 3ft long and the full width of the original sheet so it can be tucked...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/788296/bed-wetting-mat-how-to/#789005 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/788296/bed-wetting-mat-how-to/#789005 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:19:53 -0700 encorepi I have a feeling the doctor had a step between ventolin and steriod, I get confused, I still haven't filled the other perscriptions.  I suffer dust allergies myself, and I felt quite abusive... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/782467/asthma-and-sleep/#785775 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/782467/asthma-and-sleep/#785775 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:32:14 -0700 encorepi I didn't give many details did I?? My son is 5 1/2 and is allergic to many things including household dust mites.  I might dust his room today.  I have always had dust allergies so soft... My son is 5 1/2 and is allergic to many things including household dust mites.  I might dust his room today.  I have always had dust allergies so soft...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/782467/asthma-and-sleep/#783169 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/782467/asthma-and-sleep/#783169 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:19:47 -0700 encorepi Ok, so I have only just worked out what mm is:) lol I shall do that as soon as I have the chance, but there is no squares, it is one large peice of fabric, I have the three surfboards attached with... I shall do that as soon as I have the chance, but there is no squares, it is one large peice of fabric, I have the three surfboards attached with...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/781614/crafty-mums/#782157 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/781614/crafty-mums/#782157 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:14:13 -0700 encorepi Oh sweetie, I went through this.  I was told after spotting and an ultrasound that I would miscarry.  I was told the next day that I may still be pregnant just less pregnant than I thought... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/770314/miscarraige/#770601 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/770314/miscarraige/#770601 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:55:49 -0700 encorepi So to add to my question.  I can't get him to drink prune juice, so I gave him 4 lots of Coloyxl drops yesterday (as perscribed for a three year old) but still no poo). I can't change his diet... I can't change his diet...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768649/3yo-boy-urinary-tract-infection/#770587 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768649/3yo-boy-urinary-tract-infection/#770587 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:33:47 -0700 encorepi Just reporting back. Dr didn't say much actually.  He has no infection evident, he has no sugar in his urine, so no diabetes, all good.  He does have some protein and so she is sending it... Dr didn't say much actually.  He has no infection evident, he has no sugar in his urine, so no diabetes, all good.  He does have some protein and so she is sending it...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768649/3yo-boy-urinary-tract-infection/#769215 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768649/3yo-boy-urinary-tract-infection/#769215 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 02:18:33 -0700 encorepi if you are in victoria and the carpet is more than six years old then the landlord can't get anything from you, it is called wear and tear. Find out the laws in your state. Good luck Jodi Find out the laws in your state.
Good luck
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/767681/uurgent-help/#768910 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/767681/uurgent-help/#768910 Sun, 27 Jul 2008 21:06:27 -0700 encorepi Hairdresser don't always know what is best.  Cradle cap can be allergy related, and chemicals can make it much worse.  I would try a natural alternative, I love Gaia myself, but you could... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768699/dandruff-shampoo/#768905 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768699/dandruff-shampoo/#768905 Sun, 27 Jul 2008 21:01:42 -0700 encorepi My husband got "fixed" I just wanted to say something my doctor said to me reassuring me about my decision.  He said you will always wonder.  He said that if you have three kids... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768491/no-more-kids/#768648 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/768491/no-more-kids/#768648 Sun, 27 Jul 2008 16:02:57 -0700 encorepi As well as reoccurance, you can experience a seasonal swing usually around autumn and spring, gets me at least once a year, I go way downhill. Take care. Jodi Take care.
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/745977/depressed/#746664 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/745977/depressed/#746664 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:00:55 -0700 encorepi panadol, nuerofen, brauer homeopathic or you could try the chemist, mine has lolliepops (homeopathic) for colds, pain etc.  You might want to give these a try. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/746567/relief-for-a-sore-throat/#746617 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/746567/relief-for-a-sore-throat/#746617 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:45:55 -0700 encorepi I want a reasonable cost and one or two good photos.  My profile picture was taken at the local chemist, I have very few good family photos as I can't stand the idea of spending hundreds to... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/743263/what-do-you-look-for-in-a-photographer/#744745 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/743263/what-do-you-look-for-in-a-photographer/#744745 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:31:45 -0700 encorepi I know this causes contraversy, but if bub is unhappy I strongly reccommend you try a chiropractor.  They don't "crack" bubs back, but the spine can get compacted from the stress of... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/744116/poo-problem/#744739 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/744116/poo-problem/#744739 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:14:15 -0700 encorepi I just wanted to clarify, you don't sign every word with Tiny talk, they just learn words like drink, eat, biscuit, dog, milk, those types of things.  Later you go into all of the animals and... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741509/how-can-i-get-my-child-to-talk/#742637 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741509/how-can-i-get-my-child-to-talk/#742637 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 15:25:48 -0700 encorepi They are having a teddy bear picnic at kinder today, and we have a ban on these things (except dairy) but they have made biscuits (use dairy free spread instead of butter) honey joys (yum) and jelly... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741040/need-help-with-party-treats-allergies/#741815 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741040/need-help-with-party-treats-allergies/#741815 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:35:45 -0700 encorepi I liked the cot and my first fell out of the bed the first couple of times so he liked it too (the cot), he was in it until he was 3 1/2.  My youngest made the transition just before his third... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741354/sleeping-without-a-cot/#741813 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741354/sleeping-without-a-cot/#741813 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:32:42 -0700 encorepi My second child was a tantrum thrower, and was so frustrated that he couldn't communicate.  At 17 months, I had enough, particularly after one morning when I got him three different breakfasts... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741509/how-can-i-get-my-child-to-talk/#741812 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741509/how-can-i-get-my-child-to-talk/#741812 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:29:54 -0700 encorepi I was the same, had it with the first, not with the second except that my blood pressure was high in labour (more than is normal) but all was fine. I took no extra precausions and was just not as... I took no extra precausions and was just not as...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741590/pre-eclampsia--second-pregnancy/#741809 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741590/pre-eclampsia--second-pregnancy/#741809 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:25:11 -0700 encorepi I would look at mag mag, take and toss, or at an avent one, which you can remove the leak proof part to make it easier to suck.Hope this helps. JOdi JOdi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741768/which-baby-cup/#741804 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/741768/which-baby-cup/#741804 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:21:05 -0700 encorepi Mem Fox, where is the green sheep, great reading for little ones, and it is available in a card book.   What is fantastic is that it keeps building on repetetive ideas.  Word books... Word books...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/740731/great-books-for-toddlers/#740978 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/740731/great-books-for-toddlers/#740978 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:00:48 -0700 encorepi Yeah, I totally agree.  I had one of these I bought new for $100 from Kmart, best money I spent, both boys used it for ages, and then I sold it, only to buy another from a neighbours garage... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/740749/fun-outdoor-toys/#740975 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/740749/fun-outdoor-toys/#740975 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:57:32 -0700 encorepi I thought about it breifly too, but no one would want my eggs, they are too defective.  We have all the genetic diseases in our family, type one diabetes, cystic fibrousis, telapies, although... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/734821/becoming-an-egg-donor/#735106 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/734821/becoming-an-egg-donor/#735106 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 23:25:22 -0700 encorepi I must say that I haven't done the reading on it.  It is just that I have an ongoing relationship (professional relationship)  with my chiropractor, also including her treating of my son,... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/734497/cows-milk-protein-allergy/#735097 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/734497/cows-milk-protein-allergy/#735097 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 23:14:45 -0700 encorepi You must stop cows milk as the reactions may continue to get worse. I am quite passionate about this but you MUST try goats milk.  The protein structure in cows milk and soy are almost... I am quite passionate about this but you MUST try goats milk.  The protein structure in cows milk and soy are almost...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/734497/cows-milk-protein-allergy/#734798 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/734497/cows-milk-protein-allergy/#734798 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:47:39 -0700 encorepi Hey thanks I am sort of doing weight watchers, only cause I had the books and found I needed to follow some sort of program.  I think it kinda fits with some of the other advice too, less... I am sort of doing weight watchers, only cause I had the books and found I needed to follow some sort of program.  I think it kinda fits with some of the other advice too, less...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733274/diet-advice/#734795 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733274/diet-advice/#734795 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:41:36 -0700 encorepi Well I would be brave enough to ask my butcher, but if you aren't when I last got it I got it from a removalist who advertised in the local paper that they sold moving boxes, the boxes were about $4... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733148/moving/#734789 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733148/moving/#734789 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:27:34 -0700 encorepi My tip is buy boxes and butchers paper.  The boxes make life so much easier, they are bigger, and they are uniform, they make it all easier.  Butchers paper beats newspaper as you don't... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733148/moving/#733272 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733148/moving/#733272 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 21:14:36 -0700 encorepi No, they don't.  What the safety tests proved is that it is safer to have a anti-submarine clip on the seatbelt.  This is available on all Safe n sound models.  Basically, this holds... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733195/five-point-harness-booster-seats/#733270 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733195/five-point-harness-booster-seats/#733270 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 21:12:22 -0700 encorepi all bike seats are suitable for a 6 month old, some recline, so they are suitable for younger babies.  I have one, the only one I could get being that I also wanted to have my older son on a tag... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733216/baby-bike-seats/#733264 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/733216/baby-bike-seats/#733264 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 21:06:36 -0700 encorepi Excuse me, cause I like Dr phil.  But he says find your childs currency.  If time out is not working, remove everything from their world, toys or privledges (going on an outing (you can... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/719950/tantrums/#720135 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/719950/tantrums/#720135 Tue, 27 May 2008 01:58:35 -0700 encorepi If her fontenal is still open, you can tell dehydration by a sunken fontenelle.  If not and she is little, skin won't spring back when pinched beside her belly button. Hope this helps. Jodi Hope this helps.
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/719959/dehydration/#720097 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/719959/dehydration/#720097 Tue, 27 May 2008 01:01:46 -0700 encorepi I know raspberry leaf can assist, but check when you can take it.  Hope this helps. Jodi Hope this helps.
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/720077/cramp-in-pregnancy/#720082 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/720077/cramp-in-pregnancy/#720082 Tue, 27 May 2008 00:45:24 -0700 encorepi My first son I battled from day one, until about 10 months.  ONLY because I had struggles.  The second son took to the breast like a duck to water and didn't get off it until he was over... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/720065/how-old-is-too-old-to-breastfeed/#720078 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/720065/how-old-is-too-old-to-breastfeed/#720078 Tue, 27 May 2008 00:43:18 -0700 encorepi From my understanding, the risks are greater if you get separate doses.  The risk of autism is believed to come from mercury, and mercury is higher if the shots are separated. If you are... If you are...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717849/opinions-please-/#719723 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717849/opinions-please-/#719723 Mon, 26 May 2008 13:33:19 -0700 encorepi I like the chiropractor, but often when I mention it on Minti you get a flurry of why it isn't great.  It helped me and my baby with constipation.  Knowing that you have been through... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/718220/constipation-frustration/#719071 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/718220/constipation-frustration/#719071 Sun, 25 May 2008 21:27:40 -0700 encorepi I had discomfort for a few weeks with a transverse baby, but it turned on its own.  One thing I found helpful was a brace which helped support my belly and it also helped with my pelvic pain... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717862/transverse-and-uncomfortable/#719069 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717862/transverse-and-uncomfortable/#719069 Sun, 25 May 2008 21:23:54 -0700 encorepi Depending on where you are there may be an organisation that manges playgroups, for example, our playgroup is a member of playgroups victoria, I think it also has something to do with the baptist... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/718881/alternatives-to-playgroups/#719066 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/718881/alternatives-to-playgroups/#719066 Sun, 25 May 2008 21:17:56 -0700 encorepi With regard to autism, this is the only immunisation that is a risk.  There is a lot more info against immunisation than for it out there, as the anti immunisation debate goes against the... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717849/opinions-please-/#718801 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717849/opinions-please-/#718801 Sun, 25 May 2008 14:51:08 -0700 encorepi My boys had all of their injections, except my eldest 5, is yet to get his 4yo injections, he has to have them for school, but it is the mmr that causes concern.  You can hold off, it's up to... You can hold off, it's up to...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717849/opinions-please-/#718381 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717849/opinions-please-/#718381 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:59:59 -0700 encorepi Thanks, but killing is something I will draw a line at.  My son doesn't understand the permanancy of some of his actions, and death is certainly the furthest extent of this and I don't think it... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718369 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718369 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:50:20 -0700 encorepi Good info thanks.  It all adds up, doesn't it?? Good info, I think I am considering getting a PC controller and some more PC games and waiting for a well priced consol with appropriate games to... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718360 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718360 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:41:59 -0700 encorepi Thanks, good info, and along the same lines as I was thinking. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718358 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718358 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:39:50 -0700 encorepi Fantastic info, thanks, this is more what I was hoping for.  Thanks again. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718357 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718357 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:38:42 -0700 encorepi I am lucky enough to be home with my kids and we live in a good area, so we try to get outdoors, and as I mentioned it is a bit expensive for us right now.  But thanks, and hopefully your info... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718355 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718355 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:37:21 -0700 encorepi Thanks, sounds like we are on the same page.  I will think about this but really good info. Thanks. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718354 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718354 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:35:47 -0700 encorepi too much money to buy the wii, but thanks for the answer.  I am not concerned about the excercise, he gets loads of time for that, and I don't want it as a distraction for myself or my... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718353 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718353 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:34:52 -0700 encorepi Sounds sensible with regard to regulations.  Thanks for the reply.  Our computer needs updating and we still have a 51cm tele, so I think we will be spending our big bucks elsewhere before... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718351 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/717848/considering-a-games-consol/#718351 Sun, 25 May 2008 01:33:20 -0700 encorepi For my first child I tried everything, but for the second I bought the Medela pump in Style.  It was expensive but worth it in the long run, I wish I had done it first time round.  I found... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/716412/which-breastpump-should-i-buy/#717844 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/716412/which-breastpump-should-i-buy/#717844 Sat, 24 May 2008 03:14:51 -0700 encorepi I had a missed miscarriage in sort of similar circumstance, 4 days after my original ultrasound I had a second which showed the sac was not complete and therefore "unviable", I think this... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/710857/bleeding-behind-sac/#711581 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/710857/bleeding-behind-sac/#711581 Fri, 16 May 2008 00:17:54 -0700 encorepi I have the vicks one and I don't find it loud.  Another thing I like about it is that it reduces the heat of the steam, so you don't get burnt by it. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/711478/quietest-vaporiser/#711575 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/711478/quietest-vaporiser/#711575 Fri, 16 May 2008 00:11:00 -0700 encorepi Thanks to everyone who responded.  I found one at the local cheap shop for $8, so I bought it.  Not as nice as a home made but I could make it nice using the foam, and I thought it was an... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/701038/ironing-board-cover/#701741 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/701038/ironing-board-cover/#701741 Sun, 04 May 2008 16:50:12 -0700 encorepi You can hire a steamer thingy from hardware stores (we got our from bunnings) made short work of it, it is called a wallpaper remover and takes away most of the sticky residue, you might also like to... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/700141/sorry-not-parenting-but-dont-know-who-else-to-ask-/#701317 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/700141/sorry-not-parenting-but-dont-know-who-else-to-ask-/#701317 Sun, 04 May 2008 00:58:19 -0700 encorepi my local library has a complete season of the super nanny.  I have borrowed it a couple of times, mainly interested in situations similar to my own.  I think what they say is have routine,... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/682149/a-battle-of-wills/#683716 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/682149/a-battle-of-wills/#683716 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:00:22 -0700 encorepi Have you considered that there may be a trauma she is not telling you about.  It could be bullying at school or worse.  Sorry for the worry, but any change in behaviour should be looked... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/678324/autisum-in-11-year-old/#679560 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/678324/autisum-in-11-year-old/#679560 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 20:09:09 -0700 encorepi What I know of depression is that you need to stay on the medication until you have had at least four months without any changes in mood due to illness, so you might have your highs and lows but they... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/678830/please-help-me-trundi-new-member-put-q-in-wrong-place/#679559 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/678830/please-help-me-trundi-new-member-put-q-in-wrong-place/#679559 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 20:05:20 -0700 encorepi Are you pregnant? If you are you need to see a doctor as it could be a liver problem.  If not, not sure what to suggest. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/677749/very-itchy-everywhere/#677828 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/677749/very-itchy-everywhere/#677828 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:44:28 -0700 encorepi Give yourself a break, you sound like you deserve it, children can't stave themselves and they will eat all they need, so stress less and don't make a battle of it or your toddler will learn that by... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673437/dinner-time/#673707 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673437/dinner-time/#673707 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 02:00:36 -0700 encorepi My son is 5 in a couple of weeks and he is doing this, I am thinking it is just a stage.  My mum is a psychologist who has lots of experience with school aged children and I have asked her about... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673207/how-do-i-convince-this-child-he-is-not-bad/#673358 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673207/how-do-i-convince-this-child-he-is-not-bad/#673358 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 15:52:50 -0700 encorepi This question got posted yesterday, you might have a look at the answers. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673305/my-four-year-old-cant-talk-well/#673355 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673305/my-four-year-old-cant-talk-well/#673355 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 15:46:05 -0700 encorepi Dr Phil had a husband wife team on one day with your sort of problem.  He sent the wife to a day spa and left the husband at home with the kids.  Needless to say, the husband had a new... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673348/am-i-just-lazy/#673354 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/673348/am-i-just-lazy/#673354 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 15:44:58 -0700 encorepi There are 1000 things on the internet for recipes without eggs and nuts, a lot of them very good.  I empathise with you regarding childcare, i have a child who vomits, just cause, not through... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/670715/child-with-many-allergies-/#672513 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/670715/child-with-many-allergies-/#672513 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 17:47:31 -0700 encorepi Without freeking you out, can I ask if you have looked into autism? I would be interested in knowing if he demonstrated any other symptoms? Sorry, I am just asking, and interested in more... I would be interested in knowing if he demonstrated any other symptoms?
Sorry, I am just asking, and interested in more...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/672125/my-son-is-4-and-doesnt-talk-like-he-should/#672510 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/672125/my-son-is-4-and-doesnt-talk-like-he-should/#672510 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 17:39:29 -0700 encorepi Ginger, ginger tea, ginger biscuits, ginger beer, I think it's the bees knees, you can also get lollies with ginger at the health food shop. Good luck. Jodi Good luck.
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/671991/morning-sickness-mission/#672509 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/671991/morning-sickness-mission/#672509 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 17:37:21 -0700 encorepi I have been there and said those types of things.  I agree it is mental for women, but some of what you feel you can control.  It is soooo hard when the kids are young, but seriously, stick... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/672462/relationship-help/#672508 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/672462/relationship-help/#672508 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 17:35:15 -0700 encorepi Hi, not sure if it helps, but as a kid I had a bad case of bronchitis which turned to whooping cough, after struggling with it for nearly six months on several courses of antibiotics we got told by a... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/632081/your-experience-with-pneumonia/#633106 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/632081/your-experience-with-pneumonia/#633106 Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:53:42 -0800 encorepi Thank you to everyone, someone gave me a link which lead to an idea, plus mum went to Melbourne on Monday which helped make it a reality. I am going with a wiggles cake topper and bakery cake, and... I am going with a wiggles cake topper and bakery cake, and...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/629492/wiggles-cake--birthday-ideas/#633102 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/629492/wiggles-cake--birthday-ideas/#633102 Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:36:56 -0800 encorepi I remember that 9 months was that magic age when my son settled into two sleeps, from 9-11 and then from 2-4, he then went down at 8pm got up at 6.30, it was lovely and continued with some extended... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/629007/9-month-old-and-naps/#629517 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/629007/9-month-old-and-naps/#629517 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:18:34 -0800 encorepi My mum let me come and go when I was 18 onwards, I wasn't allowed to drink or smoke at home, and I still had to do chores etc, and pull my weight at home.  Mum did ask that I let her know if I... Mum did ask that I let her know if I...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/628728/curfew/#629499 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/628728/curfew/#629499 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:41:08 -0800 encorepi Congratulations,  I think, I would say definitely a positive, any positive is still positive. Good luck with it all. Jodi Good luck with it all.
Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/629108/hpt-question/#629491 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/629108/hpt-question/#629491 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:21:26 -0800 encorepi Thanks everyone, all very good, and I have the song now enought to sing it. Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/628058/inka-dink-a-dink-a-do/#629490 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/628058/inka-dink-a-dink-a-do/#629490 Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:19:09 -0800 encorepi Thanks, no that is great.  I wasn't sure how long to cook or whether to put in pan or in oven so that is great, I will add some time for the cheese but it looks like it could be a goer. Thanks... Thanks...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/604169/recipe-for-chicken-stuffed-with-camambert-wrapped-in-filo/#604254 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/604169/recipe-for-chicken-stuffed-with-camambert-wrapped-in-filo/#604254 Mon, 14 Jan 2008 23:02:58 -0800 encorepi Whoops! Goldcross Cycles, not Rays Jodi Jodi]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580538/toddler-bikes/#581445 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580538/toddler-bikes/#581445 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 20:43:14 -0800 encorepi I got a parent steered one from Rays Bicycles cost around the $100 mark, but it steered and they have had good use out of it. Just bought my littlies a balance bike/walking bike the oldest one went... Just bought my littlies a balance bike/walking bike the oldest one went...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580538/toddler-bikes/#581444 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580538/toddler-bikes/#581444 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 20:42:42 -0800 encorepi Hi Cham It is very stressful selling a house.  I worked in admin in real estate for several years, so I see a lot of the workings and have put lots of thought into it.  My advice would... It is very stressful selling a house.  I worked in admin in real estate for several years, so I see a lot of the workings and have put lots of thought into it. 
My advice would...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580710/so-down/#581236 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580710/so-down/#581236 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 15:03:42 -0800 encorepi I too am Christian and my children believe in God and Santa, as we don't believe they are mutally exclusive.  I think holding off teaching about Santa is fine.  Eventually they will be... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580954/christmas-beliefs-and-the-inlaws/#581230 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/580954/christmas-beliefs-and-the-inlaws/#581230 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:50:05 -0800 encorepi Well Elizabeth,  I think that it is fantastic that you have had this routine and managed six children and to keep a husband and household going.  I was trying to stand up for the mums who... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/576335/one-bottle-at-night-whilst-breast-feeding/#581221 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/576335/one-bottle-at-night-whilst-breast-feeding/#581221 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:36:22 -0800 encorepi Whoops!  I forgot lots of praise.  But I think in the short term you need to let them know the rules and the behavior that is expected and then ease off.  Up to the individual mum, but... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/579652/terrible-twos-and-naughty-spot-ineffective/#580443 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/579652/terrible-twos-and-naughty-spot-ineffective/#580443 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 14:22:59 -0800 encorepi I struggled with this too, with a similar age gap.  I would make 2yo stand with both hands against the wall wherever I was.  It was really hard, and my mum had to help.  But it doesn't... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/579652/terrible-twos-and-naughty-spot-ineffective/#579789 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/579652/terrible-twos-and-naughty-spot-ineffective/#579789 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 19:07:27 -0800