http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/comments/ Latest comments by mcm on Minti Copyright 2009 Minti en-uk mcm That is the way it is meant to be - drs as back up etc.. Midwives know much more about natural births - obs are surgeons. So it is strange the way they want to take over. I never had a dr at my... I never had a dr at my...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/zenbelli/blog/354869/End-of-the-Honeymoon-with-My-OBGYN/#1073411 http://www.minti.com/members/zenbelli/blog/354869/End-of-the-Honeymoon-with-My-OBGYN/#1073411 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:14:03 -0800 mcm It is unfortunate that this is still the same mindset happening today and they expect midwives and obs to work together colloboratively by law in Australia? It is not going to work! http://www.minti.com/members/zenbelli/blog/354869/End-of-the-Honeymoon-with-My-OBGYN/#1072989 http://www.minti.com/members/zenbelli/blog/354869/End-of-the-Honeymoon-with-My-OBGYN/#1072989 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:51:36 -0800 mcm Update - Av started using the potty of his own accord at 18mths and by the time he was 2 years he no longer wore nappies. Now J is 13mths and the weather has been very warm he rarely wears... Av started using the potty of his own accord at 18mths and by the time he was 2 years he no longer wore nappies.
Now J is 13mths and the weather has been very warm he rarely wears...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5610/Being-nappydiaper-free-/#1072985 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5610/Being-nappydiaper-free-/#1072985 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:35:43 -0800 mcm Very good points. Everyone has their own agenda and for me its the well being and happiness of my family so I will do what is best for my family through my own research and more importantly my... Everyone has their own agenda and for me its the well being and happiness of my family so I will do what is best for my family through my own research and more importantly my...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12321/Dont-believe-everything-you-hear-choosing-whats-right-for-our-families/#1071360 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12321/Dont-believe-everything-you-hear-choosing-whats-right-for-our-families/#1071360 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:32:36 -0800 mcm Not on a big wheel but I go have a drop spindle. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1070785/Jelly-colours/#1071359 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1070785/Jelly-colours/#1071359 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:26:17 -0800 mcm Oh no! It actually has little engravings on it. :) http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1070784/Organic-Leaves/#1071358 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1070784/Organic-Leaves/#1071358 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:25:03 -0800 mcm They are easy! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12326/A-New-Way-to-Diaper--Save-Money/#1071357 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12326/A-New-Way-to-Diaper--Save-Money/#1071357 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:21:37 -0800 mcm Not sure what you mean? Do you mean a birthing women has to be careful not to upset others? I felt this in my hosp births which ultimately is why I freebirthed. I didn't want to deal with other... I felt this in my hosp births which ultimately is why I freebirthed. I didn't want to deal with other...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1068941/Natural-Birth-Not-here-you-dont/#1070880 http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1068941/Natural-Birth-Not-here-you-dont/#1070880 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:23:19 -0800 mcm I am fascianated with birth too! So nothing weird there. :) http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1069501/4-Years/#1070869 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1069501/4-Years/#1070869 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:03:35 -0800 mcm www.theunnecesarean.com/blog/2009/11/4/photoshop-contest-the-anti-doula-sign-in-the-utah-obstetrici.htmlWhat they really meant... http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1068941/Natural-Birth-Not-here-you-dont/#1070867 http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1068941/Natural-Birth-Not-here-you-dont/#1070867 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:56:37 -0800 mcm Obama was homeschooled for a time, is that right? http://www.minti.com/members/izzy/blog/1052922/Obamas-speech-to-Americas-students/#1068546 http://www.minti.com/members/izzy/blog/1052922/Obamas-speech-to-Americas-students/#1068546 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:15:59 -0700 mcm Nappy free time is all we do and its great! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12293/Nappy-rash-treatment/#1068545 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12293/Nappy-rash-treatment/#1068545 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:12:07 -0700 mcm I wholeheartedly agree. Doctors don't know us as well as we know ourselves. There is something empowering about trusting in yourself. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12286/Listening-to-drs/#1068544 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12286/Listening-to-drs/#1068544 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:10:16 -0700 mcm Do you EC at night?We use GNST Bubblebubs ( we have 2), WCDN Wild Child ( fave) GK Dreamy Times (with cover as well), Whizz Kidz Nightz (2) all with wool covers. http://www.minti.com/groups/108/Cloth-bums/blog/1062499/Night-Nappies-Night-Cloth-Nappies-that-is/#1068540 http://www.minti.com/groups/108/Cloth-bums/blog/1062499/Night-Nappies-Night-Cloth-Nappies-that-is/#1068540 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:06:04 -0700 mcm Warning - I used to be a normal mainstream Mum til I used mcn.....(joke!) So many great reasons to use MCN. We have found its second nature now. What are disposable nappies?!!!   So many great reasons to use MCN. We have found its second nature now. What are disposable nappies?!!!
 ]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12302/Disposable-nappies-vs-Modern-Cloth-/#1068531 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12302/Disposable-nappies-vs-Modern-Cloth-/#1068531 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:59:21 -0700 mcm Other ideas include making your own. I make most of my son's covers - knitted and crocheted and I swear by wool.  I also participated in swaps so I could get nappies made for bub. I used... I used...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12270/Starting-Modern-Cloth-on-a-budget/#1068527 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12270/Starting-Modern-Cloth-on-a-budget/#1068527 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:52:24 -0700 mcm Its sad that the luxuries we take for granted are causing the suffering for others. :(It really has made me consider my purchases so much more carefully. http://www.minti.com/members/taranicole/blog/831979/But-I-LOVE-chocolate/#1068523 http://www.minti.com/members/taranicole/blog/831979/But-I-LOVE-chocolate/#1068523 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:42:33 -0700 mcm Just an idea but you could use fleece to draw away moisture. There are so many options with mcn. We prefer to use natural materials, others prefer fleece inners and polyester outers - all in... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12269/My-experience-with-Modern-Cloth-Nappies-making-poo-fun/#1068522 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12269/My-experience-with-Modern-Cloth-Nappies-making-poo-fun/#1068522 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:38:14 -0700 mcm We are not interested in curriculum but I do like the idea of including all things in our learning. Music teaches so many things! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12277/Adding-music-to-your-childs-homeschool-curriculum/#1068520 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12277/Adding-music-to-your-childs-homeschool-curriculum/#1068520 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:33:55 -0700 mcm It's very important to understand that we cannot change our kid’s behavior until we are able to teach them the skills they need to be accountable for their behaviors http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12299/Total-transformation-tips-to-change-your-childs-bad-behavior/#1068518 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12299/Total-transformation-tips-to-change-your-childs-bad-behavior/#1068518 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:32:01 -0700 mcm It's very important to understand that we cannot change our kid’s behavior until we are able to teach them GA_googleFillSlot("minti_advice_island_300x250"); function...

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My daughter gets it...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12230/Nits-the-best-treatment-Ive-found-/#1068491 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12230/Nits-the-best-treatment-Ive-found-/#1068491 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:51:28 -0700 mcm Very true, we choose. I have learnt to ignore things I am not interested in buying. I have learnt to ignore things I am not interested in buying.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12226/Christmas-goods-its-too-early-or-IS-IT-/#1068484 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12226/Christmas-goods-its-too-early-or-IS-IT-/#1068484 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:30:59 -0700 mcm Its great for gunky eyes! Also my daughter comes to me when she has a built up ear. Breastmilk is a wonder. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12224/Other-uses-for-breastmilk/#1068483 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12224/Other-uses-for-breastmilk/#1068483 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:28:53 -0700 mcm He is painting outside! Towels to wipe hands on. He likes clean so he plays clean! http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1066609/Finger-Painting/#1067187 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1066609/Finger-Painting/#1067187 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:14:27 -0700 mcm There is a reason why formula exists. Like anything. Its just unfortunate that formula companies want to make a profit by wanting more mothers to use their product.  Its just unfortunate that formula companies want to make a profit by wanting more mothers to use their product. ]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1675/Baby-Formula--What-The-Manufacturers-DONT-Want-You-To-Know/#1061839 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1675/Baby-Formula--What-The-Manufacturers-DONT-Want-You-To-Know/#1061839 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:42:00 -0700 mcm Waldorf  http://www.minti.com/groups/17/Homeschoolers/blog/934441/Steiner-homeschool/#1053117 http://www.minti.com/groups/17/Homeschoolers/blog/934441/Steiner-homeschool/#1053117 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:08:25 -0700 mcm Why do you think birth is dangerous.?I found my homebirth was much safer than my hospital births and will definitely do it again.I respect that homebirth is not for everyonebut people's choices... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/359455/home-births-is-it-worth-it-/#1052795 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/359455/home-births-is-it-worth-it-/#1052795 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:47:19 -0700 mcm Induction is more likely to lead to c/s so do some research. Its best in my view to wait for baby to be ready and avoid a cascade of interevntion. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1051072/need-advice/#1052794 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1051072/need-advice/#1052794 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:45:13 -0700 mcm Great  article. We did/doing part time EC with my youngest boys. Nappy free time is great. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12108/Curious-About-Baby-Pottying-How-to-Begin-Elimination-Communication-to-REDUCE-Your-Use-of-Nappies--Diapers/#1052792 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12108/Curious-About-Baby-Pottying-How-to-Begin-Elimination-Communication-to-REDUCE-Your-Use-of-Nappies--Diapers/#1052792 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:31:36 -0700 mcm Its definitely something to look at. I prefer raw milk though we don't consume much milk. I am a firm believer in breastfeeding for young ones and that its much superior to cows milk. For calcium... I prefer raw milk though we don't consume much milk. I am a firm believer in breastfeeding for young ones and that its much superior to cows milk.
For calcium...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12107/Milk-is-extremely-bad-for-children/#1052791 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12107/Milk-is-extremely-bad-for-children/#1052791 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:26:05 -0700 mcm I think knowing your own body is the most important thing. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12081/Always-Know-When-To-Work-And-When-To-Relax/#1052789 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12081/Always-Know-When-To-Work-And-When-To-Relax/#1052789 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:22:06 -0700 mcm Thats sweet! I think touch (massage) is worthwhile too. I think touch (massage) is worthwhile too.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12173/The-Three-Rs/#1052787 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/12173/The-Three-Rs/#1052787 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:20:05 -0700 mcm Do your research. My eldest son we suspected got the swine flu but it was more mild and short lived compared to how I know the flu.   My eldest son we suspected got the swine flu but it was more mild and short lived compared to how I know the flu.
 ]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1052705/swine-flu-vaccinations/#1052780 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1052705/swine-flu-vaccinations/#1052780 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:58:15 -0700 mcm I think I just need to take the opportunity to branch out and learn some new things. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1048557/Lazy-Pants/#1050380 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1048557/Lazy-Pants/#1050380 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:23:10 -0700 mcm Thanks for the heads up. http://www.minti.com/members/anniebabe/blog/1046906/BRACE-YOURSELF-FELLOW-MELBOURNIANS-AND-VICTORIANS-/#1046917 http://www.minti.com/members/anniebabe/blog/1046906/BRACE-YOURSELF-FELLOW-MELBOURNIANS-AND-VICTORIANS-/#1046917 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 03:04:55 -0700 mcm Andrew Laming http://www.minti.com/groups/61503/Understanding-Birth/blog/1045864/The-right-to-birth/#1046411 http://www.minti.com/groups/61503/Understanding-Birth/blog/1045864/The-right-to-birth/#1046411 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:04:28 -0700 mcm Just wanted to add I have used other covers but as J is bigger and especially at night wool is my first choice. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11641/ROADTEST-wool-nappy-covers/#1034104 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11641/ROADTEST-wool-nappy-covers/#1034104 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:49:47 -0700 mcm I wasn't fond of the BBH covers but I knit all our nappy covers and I wouldn't use any other nappy cover. Wool is amazing! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11641/ROADTEST-wool-nappy-covers/#1034103 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11641/ROADTEST-wool-nappy-covers/#1034103 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:47:22 -0700 mcm I just used Dylon. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/photos/68631/Purple dyed handmade cotton singlet/#1033704 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/photos/68631/Purple dyed handmade cotton singlet/#1033704 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:57:01 -0700 mcm I love the mei tai with ties. If she prefers buckles the Ergo is simple. http://www.minti.com/groups/70614/Babywearing/blog/1032245/Help-for-a-friend/#1032278 http://www.minti.com/groups/70614/Babywearing/blog/1032245/Help-for-a-friend/#1032278 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:47:49 -0700 mcm I show things I make on my blog. I don't sell any more, sorry. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1026407/Colours/#1028840 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1026407/Colours/#1028840 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:39:33 -0700 mcm He was probably saying he lubs J! He says that a lot. Or J lubs him. He's a chatterbox now. I am an opportunitist -they all just happened to be still enough for me to get a few photos. I didn't...
I am an opportunitist -they all just happened to be still enough for me to get a few photos. I didn't...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1021449/Foto-Friday-Kids-June-2009/#1024763 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1021449/Foto-Friday-Kids-June-2009/#1024763 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:02:23 -0700 mcm They all have their similarities but I guess I notice their differences moreso. My eldest 2 have darker features, youngest 2 were born with blue eyes (greener as they get older). My eldest 2 have darker features, youngest 2 were born with blue eyes (greener as they get older).]]> http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1021449/Foto-Friday-Kids-June-2009/#1024762 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1021449/Foto-Friday-Kids-June-2009/#1024762 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:58:12 -0700 mcm He wanted to go on the swing but there was someone else having a turn. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/photos/67984/Tear/#1021414 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/photos/67984/Tear/#1021414 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 01:38:24 -0700 mcm Great info. I have only strip washed a couple times. Once for storage (after Av tt) and just recently cos we use mostly bamboo now. It helps a lot. Thanks for this. Thanks for this.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11582/STRIP-WASHING-MODERN-CLOTH-NAPPIES/#1021259 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11582/STRIP-WASHING-MODERN-CLOTH-NAPPIES/#1021259 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:53:36 -0700 mcm Great advice. We love nappy free time and mcn. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11880/Your-Green-Baby-Protecting-the-Environment-With-Your-Diaper-Choices-by-Using-One-Less-Diaper-Today/#1021249 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11880/Your-Green-Baby-Protecting-the-Environment-With-Your-Diaper-Choices-by-Using-One-Less-Diaper-Today/#1021249 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:25:51 -0700 mcm Thanks for the comments. She goes to art school every week atm and for the past 4. The paintng needs to be framed and hung. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1014075/Art-school-painting/#1016109 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1014075/Art-school-painting/#1016109 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 07:45:44 -0700 mcm Very interesting rant. I think its fine you use disposables, that is your choice. But just to respond to a few of your points as I like to share information. Cloth is better for the...
Cloth is better for the...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4441/Why-use-disposables/#1014078 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4441/Why-use-disposables/#1014078 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 23:30:16 -0700 mcm Sibling rivalry! J will crawl to the boys room to join in the fun but sometimes its just too much... http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/photos/67383/Monkeys/#1011375 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/photos/67383/Monkeys/#1011375 Wed, 27 May 2009 03:06:00 -0700 mcm If I could sew I would make them. I have some made for us. I also buy the best wet wipes (without fragrance or chemicals) but they last ages.  We use wipes sparingly. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11719/Home-made-baby-wipes/#1011364 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11719/Home-made-baby-wipes/#1011364 Wed, 27 May 2009 02:50:31 -0700 mcm Ha! They are lovely but not quite edible. :D http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1010889/Organic-trousers/#1011358 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1010889/Organic-trousers/#1011358 Wed, 27 May 2009 02:20:47 -0700 mcm Has it been removed? I have FF (though not the latest version) and it was constantly coming on of its own accord. http://www.minti.com/members/arna/blog/1010890/Minti-Ditch-That-Annoying-Ad/#1011346 http://www.minti.com/members/arna/blog/1010890/Minti-Ditch-That-Annoying-Ad/#1011346 Wed, 27 May 2009 02:04:27 -0700 mcm Eight months! http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1010095/First-tooth/#1010853 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/1010095/First-tooth/#1010853 Tue, 26 May 2009 00:16:05 -0700 mcm Education is key absolutely. Breastfeeding actually protects a child from disease. HIV AIDS and breastfeeding "HIV passes via breastfeeding to about 1 out of 7 infants born to HIV-infected... Breastfeeding actually protects a child from disease.
HIV AIDS and breastfeeding
"HIV passes via breastfeeding to about 1 out of 7 infants born to HIV-infected...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1009061/Boycott-Nestle-warning-distressing-image-story-and-picture/#1010846 http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1009061/Boycott-Nestle-warning-distressing-image-story-and-picture/#1010846 Mon, 25 May 2009 23:51:10 -0700 mcm Oh wow, that is scary stuff seeing the personal pictures. http://www.minti.com/members/janicepovey/blog/1009598/Still-Around-to-Annoy-Everyone/#1010105 http://www.minti.com/members/janicepovey/blog/1009598/Still-Around-to-Annoy-Everyone/#1010105 Sun, 24 May 2009 17:29:20 -0700 mcm I am sad to hear this. There is some views I don't agree with on minti but I stay cos it takes all kinds. And I can't shut up. "Minti has changed.  There are a whole new wave of members... "Minti has changed.  There are a whole new wave of members...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/smashie/blog/1009272/leaving-minti/#1010103 http://www.minti.com/members/smashie/blog/1009272/leaving-minti/#1010103 Sun, 24 May 2009 17:24:53 -0700 mcm Get a bigger bed?! Are you able to move the cot close to the bed with rail off? Or put 2 beds together? Or you rather he is out altogether? Are you able to move the cot close to the bed with rail off? Or put 2 beds together? Or you rather he is out altogether?]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1009389/13-months-and-still-sleeping-with-mom-and-dad/#1009464 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1009389/13-months-and-still-sleeping-with-mom-and-dad/#1009464 Fri, 22 May 2009 19:57:29 -0700 mcm Yes its very possible to bf twins. You're right that education is key.It isn't about the argument - breast vs. bottle. Its about Nestle encouraging unsafe bottlefeeding. Its just wrong. http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1009061/Boycott-Nestle-warning-distressing-image-story-and-picture/#1009222 http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1009061/Boycott-Nestle-warning-distressing-image-story-and-picture/#1009222 Fri, 22 May 2009 03:15:42 -0700 mcm Are you wanting to wean? I weaned my daughter by feeding less often. Slowly... It helped that others held her. I weaned my daughter by feeding less often. Slowly... It helped that others held her.]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1009122/breastfeeding/#1009127 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1009122/breastfeeding/#1009127 Thu, 21 May 2009 23:48:34 -0700 mcm This article refers to unsafe bottlefeeding in third world countries. It is sad on so many levels. Breastfeeding is safe and free yet cmpanies such as Nestle are encouraging formula as an option... http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1009061/Boycott-Nestle-warning-distressing-image-story-and-picture/#1009092 http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/1009061/Boycott-Nestle-warning-distressing-image-story-and-picture/#1009092 Thu, 21 May 2009 22:55:15 -0700 mcm Why are you feeling disgusted? I don't find the naked body disgusting.   I don't find the naked body disgusting.
 ]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1008037/feeling-a-little-disgusted/#1008855 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/1008037/feeling-a-little-disgusted/#1008855 Thu, 21 May 2009 16:42:13 -0700 mcm Research, research, research. Trust Your Instincts. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11593/Finding-Credible-Parenting-Information-and-Learning-to-Critique/#1008852 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11593/Finding-Credible-Parenting-Information-and-Learning-to-Critique/#1008852 Thu, 21 May 2009 16:31:28 -0700 mcm chemistry.about.com/cs/howthingswork/a/aa011604a.htmBasically the flu mutates every year so there are new strains  all the time. Its impossible to keep up. The ingredients of the flu vaccine... The ingredients of the flu vaccine...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11683/Influenza-and-Flu-Vax-Facts-for-Adults-Children-and-Pregnancy/#1008845 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11683/Influenza-and-Flu-Vax-Facts-for-Adults-Children-and-Pregnancy/#1008845 Thu, 21 May 2009 16:18:38 -0700 mcm Research too. There are reasons not to get the flu vax which is where I am coming from. Merit where its due for sure. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11683/Influenza-and-Flu-Vax-Facts-for-Adults-Children-and-Pregnancy/#1004553 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11683/Influenza-and-Flu-Vax-Facts-for-Adults-Children-and-Pregnancy/#1004553 Tue, 12 May 2009 00:09:45 -0700 mcm The food circle. LinkMy kids told me about the food circle and I have since seen at the MCH centre. Notice there is no fats in the food circle? They are occassional foods.   LinkMy kids told me about the food circle and I have since seen at the MCH centre. Notice there is no fats in the food circle? They are occassional foods.
 ]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11699/Are-We-Feeding-Our-Children-The-Right-Food/#1002755 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11699/Are-We-Feeding-Our-Children-The-Right-Food/#1002755 Thu, 07 May 2009 18:05:09 -0700 mcm Did you know they don't teach the pyramid anymore? Will see if I can find the diagram... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11699/Are-We-Feeding-Our-Children-The-Right-Food/#1002752 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11699/Are-We-Feeding-Our-Children-The-Right-Food/#1002752 Thu, 07 May 2009 17:56:26 -0700 mcm I agree diets should be based on fruit and vegees, whole foods. My forth child is just 7.5mths and not ready for food but I am offering only vegees first and fruit second, then move onto whole foods.... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11699/Are-We-Feeding-Our-Children-The-Right-Food/#1002751 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11699/Are-We-Feeding-Our-Children-The-Right-Food/#1002751 Thu, 07 May 2009 17:54:51 -0700 mcm Very interesting points! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11695/New-Warnings-For-Moms/#1002029 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11695/New-Warnings-For-Moms/#1002029 Wed, 06 May 2009 00:12:37 -0700 mcm Definitely trust your instincts. Be informed. In Australia children cannot be excluded from childcare of school if not fully immunised . They will only be excluded if there is an outbreak. In Australia children cannot be excluded from childcare of school if not fully immunised . They will only be excluded if there is an outbreak.]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11267/To-Immunise-or-not-to-immunise/#1001689 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11267/To-Immunise-or-not-to-immunise/#1001689 Tue, 05 May 2009 06:37:40 -0700 mcm The Wiggles are a kids musical group. http://www.thewiggles.com.au/ http://www.thewiggles.com.au/]]> http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/997378/Birthday-Party/#1001686 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/997378/Birthday-Party/#1001686 Tue, 05 May 2009 06:26:01 -0700 mcm Get enough sleep, eat well, exercise regularly and reduce stressTotally agree- 4 key points there. I don't think the vax helps. I have heard keeping Vit D levels up is a good thing as is Vit C for... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11683/Influenza-and-Flu-Vax-Facts-for-Adults-Children-and-Pregnancy/#1001684 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11683/Influenza-and-Flu-Vax-Facts-for-Adults-Children-and-Pregnancy/#1001684 Tue, 05 May 2009 06:19:21 -0700 mcm Again not being published. Why is that? http://www.minti.com/groups/38321/Bugs-Site-Functionality-Issues/blog/991104/External-blog-feed/#996549 http://www.minti.com/groups/38321/Bugs-Site-Functionality-Issues/blog/991104/External-blog-feed/#996549 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 03:27:25 -0700 mcm Hehe!! Do you mean to what age? There is usually a weight recommendation with some carriers. I think most kids will let you know when they no longer want to be carried. I will carry J as long as... Do you mean to what age? There is usually a weight recommendation with some carriers. I think most kids will let you know when they no longer want to be carried. I will carry J as long as...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11450/My-babywearing-journey/#996499 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11450/My-babywearing-journey/#996499 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 01:58:32 -0700 mcm Time - during the day. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/995433/how-do-you-fit-in-your-minti-time-with-your-children/#995453 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/995433/how-do-you-fit-in-your-minti-time-with-your-children/#995453 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:08:39 -0700 mcm Usually come on every few days just to upload photos. Meanwhile doing other things. I very rarely just do minti. Breastfeeding or talking to hubby or kids. Washing clothes etc. Multi tasking etc. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/995433/how-do-you-fit-in-your-minti-time-with-your-children/#995452 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/995433/how-do-you-fit-in-your-minti-time-with-your-children/#995452 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:07:22 -0700 mcm Absolutely eat. Keep up your energy for labour. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/995372/eating-while-in-labour/#995388 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/995372/eating-while-in-labour/#995388 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:39:06 -0700 mcm Super cautious atm though. Assume because of the economy. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/991094/Growing/#992539 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/991094/Growing/#992539 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:08:59 -0700 mcm Since then i have always gone on my gut feeling, regardless of what other people might think or suggest.That's key. I couldn't agree more. Even though the way I parent is different to most I know its... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11602/Always-go-on-your-gut-feelings/#992468 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11602/Always-go-on-your-gut-feelings/#992468 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 01:36:58 -0700 mcm Same for me! I might not come online for a while and my rank goes up. I write advice - it goes down! Really rank means very little. Just enjoy minti for whatever you get from it. Really rank means very little. Just enjoy minti for whatever you get from it.]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/991118/rankings/#991172 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/991118/rankings/#991172 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:34:49 -0700 mcm Yeah we took in our bank statements yesterday so it may help. Its with a bank through the car dealership. http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/991094/Growing/#991170 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/991094/Growing/#991170 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:31:57 -0700 mcm Its something I have been reading about lately. If my husband's job is working outside the home, mine is not to clean house but to take care of our kids. My hubby works 3 days so he is home most of... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316006/how-much-housework-does-your-partner-do/#991148 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316006/how-much-housework-does-your-partner-do/#991148 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:59:39 -0700 mcm Okay...now they're there! http://www.minti.com/groups/38321/Bugs-Site-Functionality-Issues/blog/991104/External-blog-feed/#991107 http://www.minti.com/groups/38321/Bugs-Site-Functionality-Issues/blog/991104/External-blog-feed/#991107 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:15:06 -0700 mcm Yes.....for the past week. Is this me or minti?    ]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/38321/Bugs-Site-Functionality-Issues/blog/344890/external-blog-feeds/#991102 http://www.minti.com/groups/38321/Bugs-Site-Functionality-Issues/blog/344890/external-blog-feeds/#991102 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:10:51 -0700 mcm Research and research. Be informed. If you do it, be sure. You can't undo it. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/988278/to-snip-or-not-to-snip/#988949 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/988278/to-snip-or-not-to-snip/#988949 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:02:25 -0700 mcm *never* not ever http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11562/Miscarriage-is-not-a-dirty-word/#988941 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11562/Miscarriage-is-not-a-dirty-word/#988941 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:52:10 -0700 mcm This is true. I have had 8 pregnancies. I will say I am Mama of 4. I want to choose how to talk about my loss. Not ashamed, not a dirty thing. Just a deeply personal thing. Just like birth and life... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11562/Miscarriage-is-not-a-dirty-word/#988940 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11562/Miscarriage-is-not-a-dirty-word/#988940 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:50:02 -0700 mcm My suggestion to anyone starting out is to try lots of different types and find the type that works best for them!Agreed. Start with popular brands because at least you can onsell them if they don't... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11550/CONSIDERING-CLOTH-an-outline-of-todays-nappies/#988886 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11550/CONSIDERING-CLOTH-an-outline-of-todays-nappies/#988886 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:58:25 -0700 mcm buyforbabyThe mottled are popular so you just have to be lucky. http://www.minti.com/groups/108/Cloth-bums/blog/969291/itti-bitti-mottled-minkies/#988881 http://www.minti.com/groups/108/Cloth-bums/blog/969291/itti-bitti-mottled-minkies/#988881 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:53:31 -0700 mcm Very intriguing. I never thought that you could make own formula. Of course its a last resort for us. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8917/Infant-formula-better-alternative--Breast-milk-replacement/#988442 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8917/Infant-formula-better-alternative--Breast-milk-replacement/#988442 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:49:55 -0700 mcm  !!! !!! !!!]]> http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/985970/Busy/#986383 http://www.minti.com/members/mcm/blog/985970/Busy/#986383 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:58:59 -0700 mcm No, I hate labels but I guess that is how I am seen. But I love my luxuries ie. hot water and electricity. I commend your friend for being passionate.  But I love my luxuries ie. hot water and electricity. I commend your friend for being passionate. ]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/982837/Im-a-hippy-cos-I-think-for-myself/#983008 http://www.minti.com/groups/71161/Be-Informed/blog/982837/Im-a-hippy-cos-I-think-for-myself/#983008 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:31:27 -0700 mcm I love dressing my kids (not literally but buying them clothes!) but I do know a bargain. My 6 month old has grown so quickly, now in size 1-3. I sold some clothes on ebay and some to a boutique and... My 6 month old has grown so quickly, now in size 1-3. I sold some clothes on ebay and some to a boutique and...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11462/A-cheap-way-to-dress-growing-babies/#982935 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11462/A-cheap-way-to-dress-growing-babies/#982935 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 21:06:11 -0700 mcm That's interesting about nappy rash and eczema. My 2nd child was never in cloth, never had nappy rash. But he had very severe eczema. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11482/All-You-Need-To-Know-About-Using-MODERN-Cloth-Nappies/#982930 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11482/All-You-Need-To-Know-About-Using-MODERN-Cloth-Nappies/#982930 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 20:58:51 -0700 mcm Great article. Of course we use mcn. Though we use flats too. We have high quality flats as I think they are worth it. Also we use prefolds (organic cotton/hemp/bamboo). We mostly use fitteds with a... Of course we use mcn. Though we use flats too. We have high quality flats as I think they are worth it. Also we use prefolds (organic cotton/hemp/bamboo). We mostly use fitteds with a...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11482/All-You-Need-To-Know-About-Using-MODERN-Cloth-Nappies/#982926 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/11482/All-You-Need-To-Know-About-Using-MODERN-Cloth-Nappies/#982926 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 20:54:33 -0700