http://www.minti.com/members/monyq83/advice/ Most Recent Advice on Minti by monyq83 Copyright 2009 Minti en-uk monyq83 Hi Minti, I just thought Id do a quick advice about something that is happening to my family at the moment.You see my son Jaryd (who has some hyperactivity problems) went in for Surgery last week to have his tonsils and adenoids removed. Now you can understand how important it is for a child like himself to get sufficient rest ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9174/A-tip-to-help-your-child-heal-after-an-operation/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9174/A-tip-to-help-your-child-heal-after-an-operation/ Sun, 27 Jul 2008 20:04:28 -0700 monyq83 Re: I need help in getting a routine.Asked by RukiaQuestion:I am Lazy. I will admit that. I always put things to another day and its pi**ing me off. I want to learn how to get a routine and stick to it. I want to teach my kids to clean better and be better.We are currently going through and throwing away ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9145/Tips-to-make-cleaning-the-house-easier/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9145/Tips-to-make-cleaning-the-house-easier/ Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:28:54 -0700 monyq83 Recently I blew the radiator in the car. My boyfriend is hell-bent that he is going to fix it so we dont have to take the car to a mechanic, but that means the car has been off the road for a week because he hasnt had time to fix it. Luckily I live near my son's school so getting ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9070/Woolworths-HomeShop-A-great-service-for-Parents/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9070/Woolworths-HomeShop-A-great-service-for-Parents/ Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:46:09 -0700 monyq83 Re: Showering with your toddlerAsked by Queen-FireQuestion:I find it is easier to shower with Damian if he is awake when i have a shower rather than leaving him crying in his cot.I have mentioned that i shower with damian to other mothers and they all look at me horified.So i was wondering what are everyone's thought on this matter ? ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9010/Showering-with-your-toddler/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9010/Showering-with-your-toddler/ Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:30:06 -0700 monyq83 Re: I was wondering if it sounded like i was pregnant?Asked by southern-sweetie227Question:I would be if i were pregnant about 3 going on 4 weeks. i have had nausea in the mornings but hardly no vomitting, i dont really have tender breasts but they are very swollen about a half of a cup size, i have a cough and every ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9009/Am-I-pregnant-Dispelling-the-myths/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/9009/Am-I-pregnant-Dispelling-the-myths/ Sun, 15 Jun 2008 16:35:17 -0700 monyq83 Today's news regarding Lauren Huxley's abuser getting 20yrs, and then a following news story about a serial rapist in Western Sydney really got me thinking today about just how dangerous it is on the streets these days.I started wondering, what can parents do, to ensure that their children have the least chance of getting hurt?Im sorry that this advice is ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8998/Protecting-our-teens-from-predators/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8998/Protecting-our-teens-from-predators/ Fri, 13 Jun 2008 02:39:05 -0700 monyq83 Whoa... That was a long title.But really, I got thinking this morning. Ive dated a couple of people in the past who have never had kids, and for some, it can be a real shock to the system. My current boyfriend is great. And we've just sat down and discussed a few key issues that we thought might help some ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8997/Tips-for-starting-a-relationship-with-someone-who-hasnt-had-children-before/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8997/Tips-for-starting-a-relationship-with-someone-who-hasnt-had-children-before/ Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:19:30 -0700 monyq83 Well as school holidays are here once again, many parents have planned their vacation and what they are going to do while they are off work for a few weeks. But have you thought about what your children will be doing in thier spare time? Most homes now days have internet access. The world wide web is a big place, ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8642/Internet-safety-for-children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8642/Internet-safety-for-children/ Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:17:22 -0700 monyq83 Im always curious to try out new brands of disposable nappies that are on the market. Especially when they are eco-friendly.So I thought Id take the trouble out of umming and arring about these new nappies and write a review on them.Firstly Id just like to say congratulations to Marlene Sandberg from Sweden for designing a nappy that is friendly ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8633/Road-Test-Nature-Babycare-Eco-Friendly-Disposable-Nappies/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8633/Road-Test-Nature-Babycare-Eco-Friendly-Disposable-Nappies/ Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:47:29 -0700 monyq83 I thought Id start a new series on here that have healthy food options for your family, but with a twist.Tonight Im making Spag Bol Scrolls for dinner.They are made the same way as traditional spaghetti bolognaise, but Im adding frozen spinach to mine for something different, and for a bit more iron in my diet because its something that ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8609/Twisted-Tucker-Spag-Bol-Scrolls/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8609/Twisted-Tucker-Spag-Bol-Scrolls/ Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:28:29 -0700 monyq83 So Ive done a stack of research lately on legitimate ways to make money from home, and Ive put together a collection of websites that pay you for your participation, and these are all NOT SCAMS. Please dont think this is a cheap form of advertising for these sites; lately Ive been speaking with alot of MintiMums who have all ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8607/A-legitimate-way-to-make-money-from-home/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8607/A-legitimate-way-to-make-money-from-home/ Sun, 13 Apr 2008 23:19:13 -0700 monyq83 I guess in a way this advice is as much for our own benefit as it is for our kids.One thing I will have to criticise the Australian public education system for, is how basic the Sex Ed curriculum is.With the number of teen pregnancies each year on the rise, and more and more people contracting AIDS and other STD's, ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8606/Protecting-our-teens-from-rare-STDs-Trichomoniasis/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8606/Protecting-our-teens-from-rare-STDs-Trichomoniasis/ Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:22:31 -0700 monyq83 Firstly, I want to justify writing this advice, as I know it's not specifically parenting-related. My reasons for writing this, is because so many women die of cervical cancer each year, that they dont get to become parents to begin with.We can put an end to it all, with this simple new technology.I have so many friends who should be ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8593/Tam-Pap-Protecting-yourself-from-Cervical-Cancer-from-Home-/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8593/Tam-Pap-Protecting-yourself-from-Cervical-Cancer-from-Home-/ Fri, 11 Apr 2008 18:06:43 -0700 monyq83 Recently I had the best idea. Wanted to share it with you all because its working really well in my house and I hope that it can help you too.During the past week, my kids have been assigned jobs to do once a day, usually before they go to bed. My youngest son is too young to be able to ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8460/Getting-kids-to-help-round-the-house/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8460/Getting-kids-to-help-round-the-house/ Wed, 19 Mar 2008 01:39:00 -0700 monyq83 Isnt it amazing when we hear our child say his or her first word? Doesnt it make you just melt? My little man is building up quite a vocabulary now, and I thought Id share some tips to help you get the most out of your little one.This advice is aimed at toddlers who are in the 'babbling' stage. They ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8424/Teaching-Tiny-Tots-to-Talk/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8424/Teaching-Tiny-Tots-to-Talk/ Sun, 09 Mar 2008 13:41:18 -0700 monyq83 It must come as such a shock to parents that have just found out their little baby is having a baby herself. At first, the natural reaction would be 'noooo make it all just go away!' but in reality we know we cant make that happen. Forcing a child to have an abortion is immoral, and will cause pressure on ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8357/I-just-found-out-my-teen-is-pregnant-What-should-I-do/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8357/I-just-found-out-my-teen-is-pregnant-What-should-I-do/ Wed, 27 Feb 2008 13:05:36 -0800 monyq83 I was just talking to a woman who is having really bad back pain at 39 weeks, and was unsure whether it's the real thing or if she is just experiencing b/h contractions. Here's a handy hint my mum taught me when I was pregnant:If in doubt, take a bath. If they are b/h they should ease off a bit, ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8337/How-can-I-tell-if-its-the-real-thing-or-just-Braxton-Hicks/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8337/How-can-I-tell-if-its-the-real-thing-or-just-Braxton-Hicks/ Sat, 23 Feb 2008 14:00:15 -0800 monyq83 I wrote this advice on another site and thought it might be useful here.Firstly, congrats with your pregnancy :DAt your first visit, Im not sure where you're from but if you're in Australia, you will need your medicare card and if you have one, your concession card. They will ask you lots and lots of questions, alot of them quite ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8326/What-happens-on-my-first-prenatal-visit-and-what-do-I-need-to-take-with-me/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8326/What-happens-on-my-first-prenatal-visit-and-what-do-I-need-to-take-with-me/ Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:13:35 -0800 monyq83 Re: sex after having a baby?anonymousQuestion:I am worrie that i am no longa good in b sine having my son, im worried that im not as "tight" as i was an that my partner dos not find it as plessuralbe as it was, i feel embarrased to have sex with him now, i hate the noises that happns when we ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8275/Sex-after-birth/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8275/Sex-after-birth/ Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:00:18 -0800 monyq83 Ive decided that I no longer want the tooth fairy to bring my children money. I know it sounds kinda mean but I think my kids can have more fun without it. My son only spends his money on lollies, which turns him into a sugar-induced monster, and I hate that. Im trying to cut as much sugar out of ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8191/An-alternative-to-the-tooth-fairy-bringing-money/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/8191/An-alternative-to-the-tooth-fairy-bringing-money/ Wed, 16 Jan 2008 14:52:59 -0800 monyq83 Just a quick one for you today, a friend of mine just told me a great idea to help with the transition of an earlier bedtime with daylight savings.This weekend NSW (and most probably other parts of Oz have it too but Im bloody hopeless and wouldnt have a clue where so add your state at the bottom if it ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7708/Daylight-savings-advice/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7708/Daylight-savings-advice/ Mon, 22 Oct 2007 01:51:20 -0700 monyq83 I was thinking about when I was pregnant with my boys, and remembered how much I used to love reading up on my babys development for that particular week. One thing Ive noticed is I cant seem to find a pregnancy timeline anywhere on Minti, so I thought Id do some research from various sources and make one of my ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7460/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-13-16-weeks/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7460/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-13-16-weeks/ Sat, 15 Sep 2007 00:02:12 -0700 monyq83 I was thinking about when I was pregnant with my boys, and remembered how much I used to love reading up on my babys development for that particular week. One thing Ive noticed is I cant seem to find a pregnancy timeline anywhere on Minti, so I thought Id do some research from various sources and make one of my ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7459/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-9-to-12-weeks/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7459/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-9-to-12-weeks/ Fri, 14 Sep 2007 21:40:51 -0700 monyq83 I was thinking about when I was pregnant with my boys, and remembered how much I used to love reading up on my babys development for that particular week. One thing Ive noticed is I cant seem to find a pregnancy timeline anywhere on Minti, so I thought Id do some research from various sources and make one of my ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7456/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-5-to-8-weeks/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7456/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-5-to-8-weeks/ Fri, 14 Sep 2007 21:11:59 -0700 monyq83 I was thinking about when I was pregnant with my boys, and remembered how much I used to love reading up on my babys development for that particular week. One thing Ive noticed is I cant seem to find a pregnancy timeline anywhere on Minti, so I thought Id do some research from various sources and make one of my ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7455/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-Conception-to-4-Weeks/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7455/Your-Pregnancy-Timeline-Conception-to-4-Weeks/ Fri, 14 Sep 2007 20:44:17 -0700 monyq83 Following some suggestions from some other Minti members, Ive decided to write a series of advices on how to keep warm in winter.My first one is on Door Snakes. Remember them?When I first think of a door snake, I think of an old lady's house, with doilies on the mantle piece, a crocheted blanket hanging over the back of the ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6288/Keeping-warm-in-winter-part-1-Door-Snakes/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6288/Keeping-warm-in-winter-part-1-Door-Snakes/ Sat, 09 Jun 2007 19:23:03 -0700 monyq83 Recently my son has fallen quite ill, so I thought Id write up this advice since its not really something that is commonly known. Obstructive Sleep Apnea can be potentially fatal if left untreated, so please take this seriously if your child has something similar.So what is Obstructive Sleep Apnea?OSA is basically a term used when children or adults have ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6285/Obstructive-Sleep-Apnea-in-children/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6285/Obstructive-Sleep-Apnea-in-children/ Sat, 09 Jun 2007 17:10:36 -0700 monyq83 Hi guys, I just got a great email that I wanted to share with you.On 31st March, the city of Sydney are getting together to try and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 5%. From 7.30-8.30pm we are turning our lights off for an hour. If you really want to make an even bigger difference, turn your electrical goods off as ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5294/Lets-help-fix-global-warming-and-support-Earth-Hour/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5294/Lets-help-fix-global-warming-and-support-Earth-Hour/ Mon, 26 Mar 2007 01:34:57 -0700 monyq83 Many people assume that colourblindness is a condition where you only see black, white, and grey. This is a common misconception. In actual fact, it is extremely rare to be totally colourblind, most colourblind people can still see colours but the most common problem is people that have trouble seeing different shades of red or green.So what causes colourblindness?(Taken in ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5271/Is-your-child-colourblind/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5271/Is-your-child-colourblind/ Sat, 24 Mar 2007 02:46:38 -0700 monyq83 This road test is on Snugglers Nappies. So far these have been the closest thing I can get to Huggies. When I cant afford Huggies these are what I buy.They are ultra absorbent, very breathable, and 9 times out of 10 they will last all night. Have never had a problem with nappy rash when using them either. The liner ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5251/Road-test-Snugglers-Nappies/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5251/Road-test-Snugglers-Nappies/ Fri, 23 Mar 2007 02:11:05 -0700 monyq83 Grrr I just wrote up a big long road test and it got wiped lol so here we go again....This one is on Lullaby Nappies. Im trying to get through all the brands, so bear with me. Lullaby were pretty good for their price. They cost under $6 for a pack of 14, from IGA. I was pretty impressed with ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5248/Road-test-Lullaby-Nappies/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5248/Road-test-Lullaby-Nappies/ Fri, 23 Mar 2007 01:40:34 -0700 monyq83 Today I experienced something that really brought me back down to earth and made me feel kinda good about myself.Lately of a saturday Ive been helping out a good friend of mine, helping her to get her house ready for open house as she is selling soon. She has 2 toddlers, and is on her own at the moment as ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5144/Youre-not-alone/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5144/Youre-not-alone/ Sat, 17 Mar 2007 01:53:40 -0700 monyq83 Recently another Minti member asked me if I knew anything about HELLP syndrome as she is wanting to get pregnant, but apparently it seems to run in her family and she wanted to know of the risks involved before she fell pregnant. So I promised her I would do some research. So here you have it. Does this run in ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5098/HELLP-Syndrome-Are-you-at-risk/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5098/HELLP-Syndrome-Are-you-at-risk/ Wed, 14 Mar 2007 02:13:12 -0700 monyq83 For some reason whilst I was having a shower just now, I had a flashback of just after I had had my first son. I was still numb from the anaesthetic and laying on the bed in the delivery room. The doctor had just stitched me up and boy was I in a mess. I looked and felt gross. Then a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5068/An-idea-for-someone-wondering-what-to-buy-for-a-baby-shower-gift/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5068/An-idea-for-someone-wondering-what-to-buy-for-a-baby-shower-gift/ Sun, 11 Mar 2007 12:30:01 -0700 monyq83 Has anyone hear ever heard of the eye disease "Keratoconus"....if so could you please give me some info?I have been told that i need to have some tests done to check for them, as my eyes are of poor quality! I can see fine, but if i don't tackle what is affecting me now, my sight may be worsened  (apparently) ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5060/Keratoconus-What-is-it-Warning-dont-look-at-pics-if-you-have-a-weak-stomach/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5060/Keratoconus-What-is-it-Warning-dont-look-at-pics-if-you-have-a-weak-stomach/ Sat, 10 Mar 2007 20:35:55 -0800 monyq83 Well this road test aint so great. Im a disposable nappies user, and while Im all for saving our environment, I set my standards pretty high when buying nappies. Preferably, Im a huggies girl. When we can afford it, that is. I usually try and get them on special. But this time they werent on special and I bought a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5052/Road-test--Ecobots-nappies/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5052/Road-test--Ecobots-nappies/ Sat, 10 Mar 2007 00:34:48 -0800 monyq83 Ok so youre probably thinking that Ive lost my marbles doing a road test on cleaning sponges, but in all honestly I wasnt setting out to do it. It just happened. You see it all started when I got a free sample in the mail. I remember my ex sister in law saying something about them ages ago and how ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5050/Road-test-Chux-Magic-Eraser/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5050/Road-test-Chux-Magic-Eraser/ Sat, 10 Mar 2007 00:36:37 -0800 monyq83 Im sure we all have about a million pictures lying around that our little ones have painted or drawn. Instead of throwing them out, why not save them and use them for wrapping paper for grandparents/family members and close friends? Its something they can keep and will love, and it also helps the environment as well by not buying wrapping ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5032/Teach-your-preschoolers-Task-3-Paintingdrawing-with-a-purpose/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5032/Teach-your-preschoolers-Task-3-Paintingdrawing-with-a-purpose/ Thu, 08 Mar 2007 20:37:57 -0800 monyq83 Well here I am with our 2nd installment of Teach Your Preschoolers. This week's topic is cooking.As a child my mother never let me in the kitchen. EVER. When I moved out of home I didnt even know how to boil an egg let alone cook myself some sausages for tea. So when this was brought up in conversation today ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4995/Teach-your-preschoolers-Task-2-Cooking/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4995/Teach-your-preschoolers-Task-2-Cooking/ Mon, 05 Mar 2007 15:59:10 -0800 monyq83 We are moving soon, so I thought I would write some tips to help some other families that might be having trouble picking a new house to move into.Here are some important things that need to be considered when looking at a new house for your family: First and foremost what is the price? Can you still afford to ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4967/Choosing-the-right-home-for-your-family/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4967/Choosing-the-right-home-for-your-family/ Fri, 02 Mar 2007 16:31:55 -0800 monyq83 I came up with an idea yesterday that I just wanted to share with you all because my kids absolutely loved it. It involved my 5yr old who has just started school, and my two 3yr olds.Whilst sitting down showing my 5yr old how to do his homework (this week is the letter M so we had to find pictures ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4930/Teach-your-preschoolers-Task-1/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4930/Teach-your-preschoolers-Task-1/ Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:45:56 -0800 monyq83 Ok I'm a little confused!! I started feeding my baby apple/pear at 4 months because his bottles didn't seem to be enough, I told my clinic sister and she frowned upon me and told me not to push it because of his age. I have continued to just feed him apple or pear for breakfast, he's already cut one bottle out ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4854/Starting-solids/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4854/Starting-solids/ Sat, 24 Feb 2007 19:47:30 -0800 monyq83 As in an earlier question, my work has now been shut as of friday, and I start a new job tomorrow. I don't want to be working where I've been put but at least I have a job working the days I want even if it's longer hours then before. I've been on edge and every time my daughter whinges ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4852/Coping-with-stress/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4852/Coping-with-stress/ Sat, 24 Feb 2007 18:40:28 -0800 monyq83 Today my advice is not targeted solely towards children, as so many of my previous articles have been. It is targeted towards you as a loving and responsible parent.Please bear with me and know that what I am about to write is not an easy thing to do, and it's an even harder thing to have to admit to. My ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4851/Alcohol-Abuse/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4851/Alcohol-Abuse/ Sat, 24 Feb 2007 17:08:50 -0800 monyq83 We had an extremely uncomfortable situation last night. This may sound a little bloggish at first, but the reason I am writing this is because there is a moral to the story, and I am hoping that some other people can benefit from it.So heres what happened:The kids had been up since the crack of dawn, and by the time ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4509/Public-tantrums-Seeing-it-from-the-other-side/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4509/Public-tantrums-Seeing-it-from-the-other-side/ Thu, 08 Feb 2007 14:46:58 -0800 monyq83 If there's one thing I've learnt whilst raising my boys, its that they are the total opposite to girls. I mean thats pretty obvious, but when I think back to when I was their age, I was the total opposite of them. Here are some things Ive learnt along my journey: Boys are like pigs. They are happiest when ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4415/A-dummies-guide-to-raising-boys/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4415/A-dummies-guide-to-raising-boys/ Mon, 05 Feb 2007 02:17:21 -0800 monyq83 When I grow up I want to be a rabbit. Their gestation period is only 1 month!!! Either that or a seahorse, coz the males carry the babies. Either way, when God created humans, he really stuffed up. If I were his teacher Id put him on detention for making such a dumb move. 40 wks for a pregnancy is ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4236/Are-we-there-yet-How-to-ease-discomfort-at-the-end-of-your-pregnancy/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4236/Are-we-there-yet-How-to-ease-discomfort-at-the-end-of-your-pregnancy/ Fri, 26 Jan 2007 02:30:42 -0800 monyq83 Lets face it.  Pregnancy drags on forever. Its a great time in a woman's life, but for some of us we just want to get it over with. So today I talk about natural ways to induce labour. Now before I start I want to stress how important it is for both the health of you and your baby that ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3965/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-10-Natural-ways-to-induce-labour/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3965/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-10-Natural-ways-to-induce-labour/ Sat, 13 Jan 2007 14:50:10 -0800 monyq83 Oh what an enjoyable time this can be! (Enjoyable? HA!) Baby is restless, grizzly, doesnt sleep as much, drools like a rottweiler, just to name a few. But in a way it can be kinda exciting that your baby has his/her first tooth. Its all a part of growing up, and lord knows its not going to happen just once. ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3964/Teething/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3964/Teething/ Sat, 13 Jan 2007 13:58:50 -0800 monyq83 Firstly I just want to apologise if this offends anyone.  I know this advice might seem a bit pointless at first.  As theres really not alot of people that dont supervise their kids when they eat, but for those of us that just take a simple thing like eating for granted sometimes, (and come on, lets be honest here, weve all done it ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3949/The-importance-of-watching-your-kids-eat/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3949/The-importance-of-watching-your-kids-eat/ Fri, 12 Jan 2007 23:53:16 -0800 monyq83 Isnt it amazing how in tune with their surroundings children are. I know there are alot of sceptics out there when it comes to death and the paranormal, but just once I would like for you to hear what I have to say with an open mind, and consider every possibility you can think of. Even the insane.When children talk about ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3899/Children-and-the-supernatural-An-invitation-to-sceptics/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3899/Children-and-the-supernatural-An-invitation-to-sceptics/ Thu, 11 Jan 2007 01:33:01 -0800 monyq83 Im not going to sit here and lie to you and say that labour is a breeze. If it was it wouldnt be called labour, it would be called heaven. But the fact is, child birth is both one of the most scariest and exciting times in a womans life, all rolled into one. Who ever thought it would be possible ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3805/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-9-What-to-expect-in-the-birthing-room/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3805/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-9-What-to-expect-in-the-birthing-room/ Sun, 07 Jan 2007 00:40:20 -0800 monyq83 In this peice of advice, Major Pregnancy Complications, I write about complications that can potentially harm your baby. So if you are diagnosed with one of the following concerns, please dont panic, but dont think lightly of it either. Thankyou. Anaemia: I have had this with each one of my pregnancies, with the last one being the worst. On ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3800/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-8-Major-Pregnancy-Complications/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3800/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-8-Major-Pregnancy-Complications/ Sat, 06 Jan 2007 22:48:26 -0800 monyq83 It is rare for a woman to pass through her complete pregnancy without having a single complaint. Most complaints are only minor, but sometimes that can be just enough to tip you over the edge if youre having a bad day.So what are they and what causes them? Morning sickness: Well for some people its not just morning sickness ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3796/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-7-Minor-Pregnancy-Complications/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3796/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-7-Minor-Pregnancy-Complications/ Sat, 06 Jan 2007 20:01:53 -0800 monyq83 Pelvic floor exercises are a great way to curb a leaky bladder during and after pregnancy. The pelvic floor is the muscle that holds in all your abdominal organs and kees them all in place. It is also a very important muscle when giving birth, knowing how to identify it and relax enough to let your baby through is a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3795/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-6-Pelvic-floor-exercises/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3795/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-6-Pelvic-floor-exercises/ Sat, 06 Jan 2007 18:25:10 -0800 monyq83 One of the first things I noticed when my now fiance and I first got together, was when changing my step-son's nappy, his stools just didnt seem normal. I have a son 3wks younger than him, so for his age group at the time, I knew what was relatively normal. The contents in his nappy were far from normal. I ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3793/Amine-and-Salicylate-food-allergies/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3793/Amine-and-Salicylate-food-allergies/ Sat, 06 Jan 2007 16:54:40 -0800 monyq83 Symphisis Pubic Dysfunction can be one of the most uncomfortable complications during pregnancy. Trust me, -Ive been there. You cannot walk, sit, sleep, crouch, bend, squat, or practically do anything without your pelvis feeling like its being torn in two. Simply said, IT HURTS!!!! It also comes back with each next pregnancy thereafter, getting worse each time.So what is it ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3785/Pelvic-pain-during-pregnancy-SPD-symphisis-pubic-dysfunction/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3785/Pelvic-pain-during-pregnancy-SPD-symphisis-pubic-dysfunction/ Fri, 05 Jan 2007 23:34:03 -0800 monyq83 One of the hardest parts about being pregnant is wondering if you are in labour. Braxton Hicks (practice contractions) can sometimes be very misleading, and causes millions of women each year to waddle off to the labour ward, suitcase in hand, only to be sent home with the news that it was all a false alarm.So how can I be ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3784/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-4-Am-I-in-labour/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3784/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-4-Am-I-in-labour/ Fri, 05 Jan 2007 23:10:30 -0800 monyq83 Today we have such a wide range of different options as to how we would like our antenatal care that we can basically tailor any pregnancy to suit any personal preference. (health permitting.)Aside from choosing wether you want to go public or private hospital or even have a home birth, youve also got to decide who you would most like ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3603/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-3-Antenatal-Choices-What-are-my-options/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3603/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-3-Antenatal-Choices-What-are-my-options/ Sun, 31 Dec 2006 18:49:30 -0800 monyq83 Antenatal visits can sometimes be quite confusing if you havent got a clue what the hell theyre on about. Quite often I would come home and read my yellow card (kind of like a report card which (once bubs is big enough) has baby's fundal measurement and your urine screening test results and any other concerns) and be totally confused by ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3602/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-2-Understanding-all-the-medical-jargon/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3602/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-2-Understanding-all-the-medical-jargon/ Sun, 31 Dec 2006 18:13:49 -0800 monyq83 Ive decided to put together some advice for first timers in the pregnancy game. (and also some old-timers, you never know what you might learn!)My first peice is on your first visit to the antenatal ward. With my first visit I was totally unprepared, so I hope this can take away the scariness for some people. Pregnancy is not something ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3600/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-1-First-Antenatal-Visit/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3600/Im-pregnant-what-now-Part-1-First-Antenatal-Visit/ Sun, 31 Dec 2006 17:11:56 -0800 monyq83 So many times I hear of people giving away free dogs and it really gets depressing. Wether it be because the owner is moving, the animal doesnt suit the kids or they were just given another pet and dont have the room for another one,  So Im writing this to try and get people to think twice before they buy their ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3599/Choosing-the-right-pet-for-your-family/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3599/Choosing-the-right-pet-for-your-family/ Sun, 31 Dec 2006 16:13:12 -0800 monyq83 Could someone please advise me how to upload some more photos onto my home page - i am lostHi Juneleslie, I am assuming you want to add a photo to your blog, so heres some simple step by step instructions for you, and anyone else who is having trouble with it.Firstly I would like to point out that Minti runs ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3560/Publishing-photos/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3560/Publishing-photos/ Fri, 29 Dec 2006 18:32:28 -0800 monyq83 So many times I have heard rude comments from people, not just older, but of my own age group as well, because I am a young parent. I am 23yrs old, with a loving fiance and 4 kids. I fell pregnant the first time when I was 17, and gave birth at 18. I had my baby in a hospital ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3558/Young-parents-being-proud-of-who-you-are/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3558/Young-parents-being-proud-of-who-you-are/ Fri, 29 Dec 2006 15:10:20 -0800 monyq83 So you think she might have Post Natal Depression. But how do you know for sure? Well the truth is you cant, unless you are a doctor. There are, however, some signs that you can look out for, before its too late and she ends up hurting either herself or her baby: Feelings of uselessness, that they will never ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3549/So-you-think-she-has-Post-Natal-Depression/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3549/So-you-think-she-has-Post-Natal-Depression/ Fri, 29 Dec 2006 01:10:52 -0800 monyq83 Lately Ive been noticing alot of controlled crying being mentioned on Minti. This is something that naturally has created alot of controversy over the years, purely because alot of parents just cant stand the sound of their baby crying.Personally, I am a Pro- controlled cryer. I think it is a godsend. The first time I tried it, it near killed ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3509/Controlled-crying-it-saved-my-sanity/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3509/Controlled-crying-it-saved-my-sanity/ Wed, 27 Dec 2006 03:12:23 -0800 monyq83 Quite often it can be hard to determine whats wrong with our babies before they can speak. Its rare to hear of a parent who hasnt been up till all hours of the night just because their baby wouldnt settle. So many times Ive had new parents say to me, "I just dont know how you can tell what your ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3507/Help-my-baby-wont-stop-crying/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3507/Help-my-baby-wont-stop-crying/ Wed, 27 Dec 2006 01:49:03 -0800 monyq83 As another school year fast approaches, so does the possibility of our darlings coming home with more than just themselves. Unfortunately Head Lice is just a part of life for some kids, and boy is it a nightmare to get rid of them. So what can you do?There are so many different products on the market, it can be quite ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3504/Head-Lice-What-a-drag/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3504/Head-Lice-What-a-drag/ Wed, 27 Dec 2006 01:19:03 -0800 monyq83 We all know that the road toll around xmas is always a horrendous figure, but what about all the unreported accidents that happen right at home? The media usually turns a blind eye to most domestic accidents, but around xmas time particularly, this is the time we really need to be aware of what our children are doing and where ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3502/Safety-for-children-around-the-home/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3502/Safety-for-children-around-the-home/ Tue, 26 Dec 2006 23:11:49 -0800 monyq83 Im sure all of us have gotten something for xmas one year that we didnt like. Wether it be because we dont like it, dont like the person its from, or weve already got one, most of us have at some stage gotten a useless present. Instead of throwing it out, or selling it on ebay like i know alot ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3482/What-to-do-with-those-unwanted-chrissy-presents/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3482/What-to-do-with-those-unwanted-chrissy-presents/ Tue, 26 Dec 2006 00:14:55 -0800 monyq83 In todays modern society there are so many different types of contraception to choose from, that it can all become quite confusing. Ive tried most of the following different types, and have finally found the one that I prefer. But my aim today is not to try and push a particular type onto you, but to give you advice on ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3443/Contraception-How-what-where-when-and-why/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3443/Contraception-How-what-where-when-and-why/ Thu, 21 Dec 2006 20:05:01 -0800 monyq83 When you know youre in for a ripper storm, do your kids start freaking out and then absolutely lose the plot once the storm hits? Mine used to. Until I got smart.....When thunder  goes off with a bang, I tell my little lovelies that its god moving furniture around up in heaven. Or depending on the season, it can be ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3365/Surviving-a-storm/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3365/Surviving-a-storm/ Mon, 18 Dec 2006 23:38:37 -0800 monyq83 Its funny how once youre in a relationship with someone for a long time, things just seem to sink into a routine and telling a person you love them just isnt on the top of your list of priorities.Here are some simple tips to bring back the love.1. Send your partner a text message or an email. Keep it simple. ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3241/5-ways-to-tell-your-partner-you-love-them/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3241/5-ways-to-tell-your-partner-you-love-them/ Sat, 16 Dec 2006 01:53:22 -0800 monyq83 Well here I am with the next installment of Spending Quality Time With the Family. Here are another 5 tips of things to do with your loved ones.How long has it been since you spent more than 30 mins with the kids? So often, we are so busy organising things for tomorrow or getting the house done, that spending time ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3236/Spending-quality-family-time-as-a-family-part-2/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3236/Spending-quality-family-time-as-a-family-part-2/ Sat, 16 Dec 2006 00:28:22 -0800 monyq83 Im not sure if this qualifys for advice or not, but I noticed down the bottom of the minti home page, it mentions that Minti runs the best using a web browser called Firefox. I didnt think it would make much difference but me being the nosy little bugger I am decided to download it and believe me, this site ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2914/Hi-everyone/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2914/Hi-everyone/ Tue, 05 Dec 2006 02:02:23 -0800 monyq83 Are you finding you need a playpen for your little one, but dont have the money right now to go out and get one? If you have an old porta-cot, they make great playpens! And better yet, theyre portable. Very handy when picnicing with the family, or going to an un-child-friendly friend's house for a bbq. I used to have ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2832/An-alternative-to-buying-a-play-pen/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2832/An-alternative-to-buying-a-play-pen/ Fri, 01 Dec 2006 22:27:59 -0800 monyq83 I thought Id write this article to help other parents out there who are having the same problems as a friend of mine. Shes been having a real rough time getting her little one to sleep, so I thought maybe this advice can help some other people out there.When my son was little, I would get a water spray bottle, ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2707/Using-essential-oils-to-get-the-kids-to-sleep/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2707/Using-essential-oils-to-get-the-kids-to-sleep/ Sun, 26 Nov 2006 17:31:31 -0800 monyq83 Im sure every Aussie on Minti, and most likely many members from overseas, are all too aware that this is bushfire season. Here are a few tips to protect ourselves this summer:Keep drains and gutters free of leaves, that goes for lawns, gardens etc too.Currently NSW is in a total fire ban.* PLEASE i beg you, DO NOT light a ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2670/Protecting-your-children-during-fire-season/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2670/Protecting-your-children-during-fire-season/ Wed, 22 Nov 2006 01:14:16 -0800 monyq83 I never realised just how much children take notice of what people say , until i had kids of my own.Theres a certain male family member of mine who we all love to death, and is quite popular with the ladies, and likes to show my boys that ladies are attractive. I think we were watching Video Hits or some music show on tv ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2520/The-things-children-hear/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2520/The-things-children-hear/ Sun, 12 Nov 2006 21:53:45 -0800 monyq83 Ive come up with a great idea on how not to recieve unwanted presents for yourself and the kids this year.Every year my kids end up getting millions of toys with small peices that get left lying around and eventually lose all the bits that go with it anyway.So this year ive devised a plan that Im hoping will work. ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2493/A-simple-way-to-eliminate-useless-Xmas-presents/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2493/A-simple-way-to-eliminate-useless-Xmas-presents/ Sat, 11 Nov 2006 13:12:59 -0800 monyq83 I thought Id start a section on bargain hunting where we can share where we buy things heaps cheap (eg if kmart has a special on prams etc.)I once got one of those bath seat thingys that RRP about $40 for $1 at an op shop.For those of you that dont like op shopping, www.tradebay.com is also good. Its just ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2481/Bargain-Hunting/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2481/Bargain-Hunting/ Fri, 10 Nov 2006 19:16:48 -0800 monyq83 I dont think there really is a 'best' way.Im lucky with my pregnancies, its been pretty good telling everyone about them, the first time was a bit daunting, seeing as though i was still a teenager and my parents hated the father of the baby, but i went over for dinner one night at their house, and told them that ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2470/The-best-way-to-tell-your-parents-or-in-laws-youre-pregnant/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2470/The-best-way-to-tell-your-parents-or-in-laws-youre-pregnant/ Fri, 10 Nov 2006 03:02:15 -0800 monyq83 So the debate continues.New maternity clothing vs used maternity clothing.Is there really a difference? I mean, apart from the tag and the price difference, they both do the same job. I know for alot of young mums out there, (ok not only just the young ones, alot of mums who already own a house and are married are experiencing the ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2469/new-maternity-wear-vs-2nd-hand-maternity-wear/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2469/new-maternity-wear-vs-2nd-hand-maternity-wear/ Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:55:54 -0800 monyq83 i remember when i was pregnant and had bad morning sickness. it wasnt until my last child that i really did my research and tried to find the best ways to combat morning sickness. heres what i came up with.Ginger Ale. This all comes down to personal preference, but i found that i most liked schweppes traditional ginger beer, and ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2468/Morning-sickness-cures/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2468/Morning-sickness-cures/ Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:42:46 -0800 monyq83 Ok im sorry but i just had to put this in.Anyone that doesnt have a jolly jumper for their infant HAS TO GET ONE!!!!! They are brilliant! my son absolutely loves his and i wish i had one for my other kids when they were younger. its definately his favourite toy. honestly if youre umming and arring about getting one, ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2466/Jolly-Jumpers/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2466/Jolly-Jumpers/ Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:35:35 -0800 monyq83 Are you running out of things to do with ur preschoolers during the day?Below are 5 of my favourite things i love to do with my kids when i get a chance. I hope some other parents can get as much enjoyment out of this as my family and i do.1. If your child/ren are old enough to understand the concept of ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2463/Fun-for-preschoolers-/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2463/Fun-for-preschoolers-/ Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:23:32 -0800 monyq83 I thought Id start a post about your favourite way of spending time together as a family. I hope this can help other families out there to think of other ways of having fun with our families.I love taking the kids and the dog down the park to run around and play with a ballLast night I went out and ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2310/Spending-quality-family-time-as-a-family/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2310/Spending-quality-family-time-as-a-family/ Fri, 03 Nov 2006 00:32:47 -0800 monyq83 I thought I'd start a section where everyone can chip in and give some handy hints for when youre out camping with the kids so everyone stays happy campers (no pun intended lol). My advice would be: Dont forget the toilet paper!What's yours? http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2263/Camping-with-Kids/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2263/Camping-with-Kids/ Tue, 31 Oct 2006 20:35:45 -0800 monyq83 Its easy, take some baby powder with you and dust them down with it before they hop into the car. The sand should come right off :) http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1978/Cant-get-sand-off-ur-kids-at-the-beach-before-you-hop-into-the-car/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1978/Cant-get-sand-off-ur-kids-at-the-beach-before-you-hop-into-the-car/ Fri, 13 Oct 2006 22:08:09 -0700 monyq83 Ok so we all know that baby oil is great for those lovely massages we like to give for our little ones, but did you know that it has many other uses as well? Have you tried adding it to baby's bath? I found when mine were newborns, it got rid of the dry skin they get particularly if you ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1977/Baby-Oil-has-many-uses/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1977/Baby-Oil-has-many-uses/ Fri, 13 Oct 2006 22:04:00 -0700 monyq83 Lately Ive been hearing alot of my friends tell me that they are having alot of trouble getting their kids to have a bath, so I thought Id share some of my tips so that hopefully I can help some of you parents out there that are having the same trouble.I have a secret weapon. This product is sold in ... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1927/Getting-your-kids-to-enjoy-having-a-bath/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1927/Getting-your-kids-to-enjoy-having-a-bath/ Tue, 10 Oct 2006 21:12:20 -0700