http://www.minti.com/members/llmunchkin/advice/ Most Recent Advice on Minti by llmunchkin Copyright 2008 Minti en-uk llmunchkin  Does chocolate melt in your mouth?So, you like your tasty treats, and sweets? How much do you love chocolate or other cocoa products?Would you exploit your child; whip beat or sell them into bonded labour to get some?Do you think it is ok for another child to be punished; to labour or slave so you can get your fix?The buck ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8417/Global-Guardians-3-Chocolate-Crimes/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8417/Global-Guardians-3-Chocolate-Crimes/ Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:45:16 -0800 llmunchkin  Apathy is the one thing that empowers the abusers of human rights in this world.  They rely on the fact that people will turn a blind eye if they think something won’t directly affect them.  Well why not make sure there isn’t a risk of it affecting those who you care about now and in the future too?  I don't ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8399/Global-Guardians-2-Protecting-All-Children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8399/Global-Guardians-2-Protecting-All-Children/ Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:16:42 -0800 llmunchkin  This isn't eloquent, nor well planned; neither is the life of the invisible people...We live within a five minute drive of the CBD of the largest city in Australia.  The last bastion of leafy suburbs across the water from the concrete jungle.My rule is to cross the bridge for recreation and entertainment purposes only.A month ago, my circumstances changed and ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8397/Global-Guardians-1-See-The-Invisible-People/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8397/Global-Guardians-1-See-The-Invisible-People/ Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:10:44 -0800 llmunchkin How Early Does Communication Begin?Prior to birth for some babies, and definitely from being born, a baby’s parents are the most influential role models and they learn the art of effective communication from you.  If you are currently pregnant and your baby is moving, it has no doubt been reacting to different noises, light, positions that your body is in, ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8394/Responsible-Role-Models-7-Early-Communication-/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8394/Responsible-Role-Models-7-Early-Communication-/ Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:15:39 -0800 llmunchkin  Every now and then, questions pop up and discussions arise in regard to Christenings, Baptisms, or Naming Days.  It is up to you and your partner to make the decision that suits YOU best as to whether you wish to have a religious ceremony to welcome your child into the world.   We weren't entirely sure we wanted to do anything ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8322/Responsible-Role-Models-6-Celebrating-Your-Cherub/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8322/Responsible-Role-Models-6-Celebrating-Your-Cherub/ Mon, 18 Feb 2008 21:38:50 -0800 llmunchkin  The way in which we respond to what we perceive as obstacles in our daily lives, will be closely monitored by our babies, toddlers and children.  I emphasise that these are our perceived obstacles, as this is something that can only be measured by each individual.  I see obstacles, and adversities, as challenges; this is my choice, and I find ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8321/Responsible-Role-Models-5-Responding-And-Reacting/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8321/Responsible-Role-Models-5-Responding-And-Reacting/ Mon, 18 Feb 2008 21:35:32 -0800 llmunchkin  Our little man is a real rough and tumble little character, he crawls at the speed of sound, runs at light speed and climbs with the determination of Sir Edmund Hilary.  (Well at least it feels like that if you are chasing around after him all day).  As such, he is often bumping and falling about the place, or jamming ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8316/Responsible-Role-Models-4-Lifes-Little-Injuries/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8316/Responsible-Role-Models-4-Lifes-Little-Injuries/ Sat, 16 Feb 2008 22:00:31 -0800 llmunchkin From the moment a baby is born, we parents are caring for them, nurturing and protecting them.  We provide shelter, warmth, food, and a seemingly never ending change of nappies.  We clean, cuddle, fuss over, sing and talk to our little babies. They seem so small and vulnerable. - well that isn’t entirely true; these little bundles aren’t quite as ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8315/Responsible-Role-Models-3-Encouraging-Independence/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8315/Responsible-Role-Models-3-Encouraging-Independence/ Sat, 16 Feb 2008 20:00:41 -0800 llmunchkin  It's never too soon to start building positive self esteem in our babies and toddlers.  Let them know they are a person who is valued in the world.  Our children are a reflection of us, and this begins from the moment they are born; many people start influencing babies while they are in the womb.  We certainly did, and you ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8313/Responsible-Role-Models-2-Building-Self-Esteem/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8313/Responsible-Role-Models-2-Building-Self-Esteem/ Sat, 16 Feb 2008 06:04:06 -0800 llmunchkin  Our children are born as a clean canvas; we give them the materials and guidance to paint their own future.  While they are born with their own genetic coding for personality traits, it is up to their parents to help them reach their full potential. Our children are a reflection of ourselves; we are our children’s first and most influential ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8312/Responsible-Role-Models-1-Projecting-Our-Fears/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8312/Responsible-Role-Models-1-Projecting-Our-Fears/ Sat, 16 Feb 2008 03:12:17 -0800 llmunchkin  Support, advice, friendship and experience, does not always mean agreeing with each other...Feeling Fired UpSometimes a topic will arise that you feel very passionate about, and it can be hard not to get fired up. Online, as in real life, there are differences of opinion, that can get out of hand, and lead to one party or more losing their ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8264/Maximum-Minti-10-Report-Reality/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8264/Maximum-Minti-10-Report-Reality/ Sat, 02 Feb 2008 02:39:56 -0800 llmunchkin How Can The Site Help You?Minti is THE parenting website for advice and friendship, with parents, and pending parents to share their support, advice, friendship and experiences.  The site literally is powered by parents for parents, and is only as great as each individual member.If you seek the maximum benefit from your experience on the site, it helps to understand ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8262/Maximum-Minti-9-All-About-You/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8262/Maximum-Minti-9-All-About-You/ Sat, 02 Feb 2008 01:39:47 -0800 llmunchkin Hopefully, before deciding to add a friend, you will already know all the information in my previous advice about Friend Requests, and the links to other advice included in it.  If not; at least click on the blue menu bar on the left hand side on the homepage of the person who invited you.  This will allow you to see ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7830/Maximum-Minti-8-Friend-Or-Foe/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7830/Maximum-Minti-8-Friend-Or-Foe/ Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:59:54 -0800 llmunchkin When you first join Minti, you will receive some friend requests, these will show as an icon near the top of your homepage.  The first ones you are most likely to receive would be from:rachelcook co-founder of Minti.claycook co-founder and CEO of Mintimatthew co-founder of Mintiangieh – tech helpThese 4 members are the main contacts for any administration queries or ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7826/Maximum-Minti-7-Friend-Requests/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7826/Maximum-Minti-7-Friend-Requests/ Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:27:13 -0800 llmunchkin There are so many members of Minti, that a huge range of advice, comments, and questions are posted.  When you read these, you may wish to add a comment of your own.  Sometimes you may wish to add your opinion, more information, ask for more details, disagree, or merely say thank you.  Many people just comment for the sake of ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7806/Maximum-Minti-5-Think-Then-Type/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7806/Maximum-Minti-5-Think-Then-Type/ Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:17:34 -0800 llmunchkin Writing advice is a really great way to participate on the Minti site.  In my previous advice article, I talked about ways to select your advice topic, and where to read more information about writing advice.  This particular advice article is about deciding whether or not you should be posting an article in advice, your blog, a group blog, or ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7427/Maximum-Minti-4-Is-This-Advice/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7427/Maximum-Minti-4-Is-This-Advice/ Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:11:33 -0800 llmunchkin Blog – Web Log: Explanation - This is in it’s simplest explanation, is an online diary…On Minti there are 3 main play areas for you to blog in.  Access levels to these areas are private, semi private or public.  For an explanation about what level of privacy applies to each area, please see below. Private Groups:Private – access is to invited ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6874/Maximum-Minti-2-Where-To-Blog/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6874/Maximum-Minti-2-Where-To-Blog/ Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:06:34 -0800 llmunchkin Minti is THE parenting website for advice and friendship, with parents, and pending parents. The profile or Minti is growing daily, when you search online for parenting advice, it is often Minti Advice that is featured highly in the results.  It is our responsibility to help maintain a high level of helpful, informative, advice appropriate to the integrity of Minti; ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6638/Maximum-Minti-1-Getting-Started/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6638/Maximum-Minti-1-Getting-Started/ Wed, 07 Nov 2007 19:13:42 -0800 llmunchkin An appropriate Title:When selecting your title, try to create one that reflects the actual content of your advice...When people do a search on a topic, or see your advice in the advice list, they will be expecting your title to be expanded on in your advice.  Think of the base topic, then add a little enhancement to provide more detail ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6558/Maximum-Minti-3-Writing-Quality-Advice/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6558/Maximum-Minti-3-Writing-Quality-Advice/ Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:09:46 -0800 llmunchkin Although this is a forum for free speech – try to share your opinion in a conciliatory, non confrontational manner, in your blog, or the appropriate group blog.  Do your best to back up team Minti, by remembering that what you write reflects on us all, so try to keep controversial opinions in blogs – not the advice section.  When ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4050/Maximum-Minti-6-Reports--Consequences/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4050/Maximum-Minti-6-Reports--Consequences/ Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:21:57 -0800