http://www.minti.com/members/prinea/activity/ Latest activity by Prinea on Minti Copyright 2009 Minti en-uk Prinea I think it's a big matter of personal preference. I am in the US and I do think that the quality varies greatly here, I've tried most of the brands mentioned in the advice and didn't find them... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1392/Saving-money-on-Diapers-and-Formula/#219493 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1392/Saving-money-on-Diapers-and-Formula/#219493 Wed, 21 Feb 2007 10:51:05 -0800 Prinea They're wearable so there is actually less chance of them getting tangled in it or suffocating than there is with a blanket. :) For the older kids though, I would wonder about the safety of made at... For the older kids though, I would wonder about the safety of made at...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4428/KEEPING-Little-Ones-Warm-at-Night/#237992 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4428/KEEPING-Little-Ones-Warm-at-Night/#237992 Sat, 17 Feb 2007 10:35:27 -0800 Prinea Every child is different, some will suck their thumbs some will not. My older daughter had neither a pacifier or her thumb, she just didn't want it. My younger daughter sucks her thumb and has since... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4337/Thumb-Sucking/#237169 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4337/Thumb-Sucking/#237169 Sat, 17 Feb 2007 10:26:30 -0800 Prinea There is another called the Diva Cup, made of medical grade silicon and much less than $65! It's about $35 if I remember correctly. Just google Diva Cup and it should come up! :) http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3591/Information-on-Tampons/#231660 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/3591/Information-on-Tampons/#231660 Sat, 17 Feb 2007 07:19:24 -0800 Prinea The only thing I would take issue with is that there isn't a right or wrong time to wean. There's certainly not a specific day, and anytime in the window of a few months time before or after the... There's certainly not a specific day, and anytime in the window of a few months time before or after the...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4680/How-to-Wean-Your-Baby-Off-a-Bottle/#239972 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4680/How-to-Wean-Your-Baby-Off-a-Bottle/#239972 Sat, 17 Feb 2007 07:01:54 -0800 Prinea I think it's 28.   40 divided by 3 equals 13.333 so that's 13.333 in each trimester, which would make 26.666 in the first two, round up to 27 weeks so 28 would mark the beginning of the... 40 divided by 3 equals 13.333 so that's 13.333 in each trimester, which would make 26.666 in the first two, round up to 27 weeks so 28 would mark the beginning of the...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316334/thrird-trimester/#316336 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316334/thrird-trimester/#316336 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:54:57 -0800 Prinea I second Izzy's recommendation. In addition to the toll it will take on the marriage if your children grow up seeing this on a regular basis they will internalize it and could end up thinking this... In addition to the toll it will take on the marriage if your children grow up seeing this on a regular basis they will internalize it and could end up thinking this...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/314970/how-does-your-partner-talk-to-you/#314977 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/314970/how-does-your-partner-talk-to-you/#314977 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:31:44 -0800 Prinea My daughter loves hearing stories about when I was little, and about when she was little. I find some of the best ones are ones that are prompted by something she does, or is going to do and I can... I find some of the best ones are ones that are prompted by something she does, or is going to do and I can...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4669/Please-Tell-Me-Our-Story/#239900 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4669/Please-Tell-Me-Our-Story/#239900 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:22:52 -0800 Prinea There is another community I visit periodically, though not as often as minti, and there is a woman there that I just have to avoid her posts. She is one of these, if it's not the fault of the... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4065/Your-kids-made-mine-do-it/#235054 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4065/Your-kids-made-mine-do-it/#235054 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:17:09 -0800 Prinea Baking Soda and Borax can be used in the dishwasher in place of detergent. :) http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4672/Cleaning-Products--A-healthy-alternative-for-self-and-planet/#239926 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4672/Cleaning-Products--A-healthy-alternative-for-self-and-planet/#239926 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 19:46:33 -0800 Prinea I bet when you look into her eyes (if it's a her ;) ) you'll know just what to call her. But having options never hurts. Let's see, older styles??? Elizabeth, Natalie, Isabelle, Isabella, Julia,... Elizabeth, Natalie, Isabelle, Isabella, Julia,...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/320193/help-baby-names/#320220 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/320193/help-baby-names/#320220 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 19:25:19 -0800 Prinea I don't remember that at all, but I remember this being my favorite movie for such a long time. I watched it over and over... and I don't think it was because of the boobs. LOL! ;) I should add... I should add...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/thementormom/blog/176197/Family-movie-night-gets-a-little-risque/#176198 http://www.minti.com/members/thementormom/blog/176197/Family-movie-night-gets-a-little-risque/#176198 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 12:00:08 -0800 Prinea I second the "ditch-the-duck" motion. There's just no way to make sure that you get it completely clean, and it's not healthy to be played with anymore. Sorry. :( Many, many bath toys... There's just no way to make sure that you get it completely clean, and it's not healthy to be played with anymore. Sorry. :( Many, many bath toys...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/319407/mold-in-a-rubber-ducky/#319414 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/319407/mold-in-a-rubber-ducky/#319414 Fri, 16 Feb 2007 11:45:58 -0800 Prinea She's unconcious when she is sleeping, she doesn't realize she's wetting the princesses the sheets or anything else. Her body has to mature - in it's own time - to enable her to be dry... Her body has to mature - in it's own time - to enable her to be dry...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306703/bed-wetting/#306707 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306703/bed-wetting/#306707 Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:53:18 -0800 Prinea That new research seems to be uncovering a genetic link to SIDs as well. It's still under further investigation and it's not effective in predicting SIDs at this point, but it's an interesting... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4359/Sudden-Infant-Death-Syndrome-What-exactly-is-it/#237329 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4359/Sudden-Infant-Death-Syndrome-What-exactly-is-it/#237329 Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:20:46 -0800 Prinea When children are babies and toddlers it is not uncommon to find parents using the very common and accepted method of discipline commonly known as redirection, distraction, or removal from the... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4657/Removal-From-The-Situation-For-Your-Older-Child/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4657/Removal-From-The-Situation-For-Your-Older-Child/ Fri, 16 Feb 2007 22:37:36 -0800 Prinea This is good advice, and I'm glad that you're making yourself an available and rational adult for the kids in your life (even if they're not yours!).    ]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2846/What-You-Kidding/#227667 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2846/What-You-Kidding/#227667 Thu, 15 Feb 2007 13:45:30 -0800 Prinea Put him a toddler bed. :) They grow too fast, eh?! ;) They grow too fast, eh?! ;)]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/321276/oh-no/#321286 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/321276/oh-no/#321286 Thu, 15 Feb 2007 13:11:25 -0800 Prinea Very good work! And very good advice! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4407/Leaving-Children-In-The-Car/#237748 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4407/Leaving-Children-In-The-Car/#237748 Thu, 15 Feb 2007 13:09:07 -0800 Prinea I use the freezer too, I dish up the youngest's first and pop it in while the rest of us get our plates around and we get her into her seat - by them time she's ready to eat it's ready to be eaten. :) http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1282/Cool-down-food-for-kiddies-quick/#218849 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1282/Cool-down-food-for-kiddies-quick/#218849 Wed, 14 Feb 2007 07:36:58 -0800 Prinea Very interesting and insightful. This is a theory that I had not yet heard about - I look forward to looking into it further. I think that it is important, however to mention so as not to... I think that it is important, however to mention so as not to...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/885/The-Importance-of-Crawling/#216490 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/885/The-Importance-of-Crawling/#216490 Wed, 14 Feb 2007 07:18:41 -0800 Prinea If it was 1? I'd say it was probably a glitch, even two over the course of the month. But 67? If that's a mess up it's one heck of a slip - that's more than two calls PER DAY!!! And if it was a slip... And if it was a slip...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/320038/phone-stuff-ups-have-they-stuffed-up-or-he/#320043 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/320038/phone-stuff-ups-have-they-stuffed-up-or-he/#320043 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 21:55:36 -0800 Prinea As with any other milestone the key is to remember they'll do it in their own time! My oldest daughter was using a spoon and fork well before her second birthday. My youngest? Not until right... My oldest daughter was using a spoon and fork well before her second birthday. My youngest? Not until right...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4608/How-to-Teach-Your-Baby-to-Use-a-Spoon/#239396 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4608/How-to-Teach-Your-Baby-to-Use-a-Spoon/#239396 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 21:02:50 -0800 Prinea Some things come easier for some people and harder for others. We each have our own individual struggles in parenting - and if we learn to take care of and listen to ourselves first (for the... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4079/If-I-knew-then/#235157 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4079/If-I-knew-then/#235157 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 20:42:24 -0800 Prinea I'm still laughing at "local aquarium" though, lol, I wish! I don't think there's an aquarium in this STATE let alone anywhere LOCALLY. LOL! Oh well. It's on our list for a nice little... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4609/Take-Your-Baby-to-the-Aquarium/#239403 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4609/Take-Your-Baby-to-the-Aquarium/#239403 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 17:39:13 -0800 Prinea I'm still laughing at "local aquarium" though, lol, I wish! I don't think there's an aquarium in this STATE let alone anywhere LOCALLY. LOL! Oh well. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4609/Take-Your-Baby-to-the-Aquarium/#239402 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4609/Take-Your-Baby-to-the-Aquarium/#239402 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 17:39:13 -0800 Prinea I think that parents get so much thrown at them these days that sometimes it can be easy for them to feel like they have to lock down the whole house. It makes for a very sterile and limiting... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4606/How-to-Keep-Your-Baby-Out-of-the-Cupboards/#239385 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4606/How-to-Keep-Your-Baby-Out-of-the-Cupboards/#239385 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 17:33:08 -0800 Prinea Since this would be a VBAC I think you're going to find that the ultimate decision is going to lay between you and your doctor and rely heavily on your physical ability to deliver naturally anyway -... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/320589/c-section-or-natural-birth/#320594 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/320589/c-section-or-natural-birth/#320594 Tue, 13 Feb 2007 16:27:42 -0800 Prinea Good for you for trying to reduce your ecological footprint, it needs to be a global initiative. I hope you don't mind me adding a few more ideas that we personally use to reduce our footprint. :)... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4565/Eco-Friendly-Organizing/#239135 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4565/Eco-Friendly-Organizing/#239135 Sun, 11 Feb 2007 16:10:50 -0800 Prinea Many publishers can provide you with a copy if you just call and ask for the specific date you are looking for. I've never done it, just seen the option advertised, so I don't know how far you can go... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4478/while-you-were-growing-up/#238323 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4478/while-you-were-growing-up/#238323 Wed, 07 Feb 2007 04:11:27 -0800 Prinea Alice The Fairy by David Shannon Elmer I Like Me And everything with/about Horses! LOL! Elmer
I Like Me
And everything with/about Horses! LOL!]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/313549/what-books-have-you-and-yours-enjoyed/#313554 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/313549/what-books-have-you-and-yours-enjoyed/#313554 Tue, 06 Feb 2007 07:00:19 -0800 Prinea What exactly do you mean by "due"???? Are you pregnant? If so, no there's nothing to worry about - just keep in contact with your doctor as he/she recommends and hang in there. The baby... Are you pregnant? If so, no there's nothing to worry about - just keep in contact with your doctor as he/she recommends and hang in there. The baby...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/317955/hello/#317958 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/317955/hello/#317958 Tue, 06 Feb 2007 06:50:48 -0800 Prinea Yes, it makes perfect sense! I'm glad you're working through it all. :) It sounds like your son has been through a lot, even with a good support system and a strong family bond with his father... It sounds like your son has been through a lot, even with a good support system and a strong family bond with his father...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316685/what-do-i-do/#316694 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316685/what-do-i-do/#316694 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:48:53 -0800 Prinea ***Ok trying this again, I JUST typed a long response and it is forever lost in cyber space UGH!!!!*** First of all, Welcome to Minti! I'm sure you'll get a lot of good advice here! :) I think the... First of all, Welcome to Minti! I'm sure you'll get a lot of good advice here! :)
I think the...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316685/what-do-i-do/#316692 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316685/what-do-i-do/#316692 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:28:58 -0800 Prinea Ahhhhh, well that makes sense. When I worked with a trainer for a dog I had years ago (we showed the dog) they told me that dogs only hear the "jist" of the word - so it's easy for them to... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/314081/help-me/#314096 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/314081/help-me/#314096 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:08:44 -0800 Prinea You're going to do just fine!!!! Only you know your son best - you may find that after skipping a morning nap he'll be tired enough to go right down in the early afternoon - if not though you really... Only you know your son best - you may find that after skipping a morning nap he'll be tired enough to go right down in the early afternoon - if not though you really...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/317131/need-your-support/#317138 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/317131/need-your-support/#317138 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 14:57:37 -0800 Prinea I couldn't have said it better myself! Pay attention to her cues, and follow her lead and you'll both be just fine! :) http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316442/feeding-schedules/#316448 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/316442/feeding-schedules/#316448 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 06:19:45 -0800 Prinea Obedience training? (for the dog not the kid ) In all seriousness though, I am confused as to why the dog comes running when you say "no" and why this is allowed to continue? Does his name... In all seriousness though, I am confused as to why the dog comes running when you say "no" and why this is allowed to continue? Does his name...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/314081/help-me/#314094 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/314081/help-me/#314094 Wed, 31 Jan 2007 14:37:46 -0800 Prinea I couldn't have said it better myself. And on top of all of that, from an ecological standpoint - this is GREAT! I really hope more teachers follow suit! And on top of all of that, from an ecological standpoint - this is GREAT!
I really hope more teachers follow suit!]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/321192/homework-via-email/#321194 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/321192/homework-via-email/#321194 Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:57:28 -0800 Prinea It sounds like they are pretty much the same thing, yes. In the US you receive your SSN at birth - or shortly thereafter - it serves as identification for taxes, work, insurances, credit, etc. :) In the US you receive your SSN at birth - or shortly thereafter - it serves as identification for taxes, work, insurances, credit, etc.
:)]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4335/Remember-Your-Babys-Numbers/#237148 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4335/Remember-Your-Babys-Numbers/#237148 Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:46:38 -0800 Prinea I think the advice you've received so far is very good. It's normal for kids to ask these things, my daughter is five and yes we've had 'the talk'. As far as the "whole truth" I think you... As far as the "whole truth" I think you...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/317139/where-do-i-come-from-mummy/#317144 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/317139/where-do-i-come-from-mummy/#317144 Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:42:27 -0800 Prinea I don't think your expectations are at all extreme or unfair. I think the issue here isn't what you expect of her, but rather why those expectations can't be met on her part without an issue... I think the issue here isn't what you expect of her, but rather why those expectations can't be met on her part without an issue...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/319787/am-i-being-fair/#319799 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/319787/am-i-being-fair/#319799 Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:32:56 -0800 Prinea Laws, as Izzy stated, vary by country and sometimes even state to state or province to province. However, The physical ability of an infant or child to withstand a collision based on the position... However, The physical ability of an infant or child to withstand a collision based on the position...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/318723/just-a-quick-question/#318736 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/318723/just-a-quick-question/#318736 Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:17:01 -0800 Prinea Holy moly, you've got a pharmacy in your bathroom!    ]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2453/Basics-for-the-medicine-cupboard/#225395 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2453/Basics-for-the-medicine-cupboard/#225395 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 07:10:51 -0800 Prinea I agree, size should not be a main focus when you're choosing a dog for your family, just as how cute the puppy is shouldn't be a deciding factor, physical appearance and stature are outward traits... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/134/A-pet-in-the-family-what-about-two/#212231 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/134/A-pet-in-the-family-what-about-two/#212231 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 06:56:20 -0800 Prinea I agree whole heartedly with Izzy's advice and just wanted to add that on top of all the vital nutrients they still need from breastmilk and/or formula before they turn one they are also more likely... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306433/homowhole-cows-milk/#306436 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306433/homowhole-cows-milk/#306436 Thu, 09 Nov 2006 19:48:11 -0800 Prinea Jess is correct, in older fridges the bottom is supposed to be the coolest so they put the drawers there to help keep foods prone to spoiling fresher longer. In newer fridges many even have their own... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/#225186 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/#225186 Thu, 09 Nov 2006 19:42:25 -0800 Prinea LOL! Only if you can teach me to sleep with my eyes open, hands on the keyboard and to keep right on typing! :p http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2189/Listen-to-Your-Body-and-Be-a-Better-Parent/#223800 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2189/Listen-to-Your-Body-and-Be-a-Better-Parent/#223800 Thu, 09 Nov 2006 05:40:57 -0800 Prinea I don't know anyone else personally that has this problem but I do know it's not horribly uncommon. In the US it's a standard focus during pregnancy - I'm suprised your OB/GYN didn't check with... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2039/No-to-Newsprint/#222905 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2039/No-to-Newsprint/#222905 Thu, 09 Nov 2006 05:34:48 -0800 Prinea I agree with Jen communicate and you can get through anything! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2358/Porn-what-to-do-when-the-kids-access-it/#224845 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2358/Porn-what-to-do-when-the-kids-access-it/#224845 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 20:40:18 -0800 Prinea As long as you're able to keep something down I'm not sure there is much that can be done. Just keep sipping and nibbling and wait for it to pass. I feel your pain. With my second daughter I had... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306647/morning-sickness/#306652 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306647/morning-sickness/#306652 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 20:07:50 -0800 Prinea It's so important to remember this, do what works for you! Great advice, no matter what system someone is looking at for cleaning or otherwise it's a good reminder. Tweak, tweak, tweak. But, I have... But, I have...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2384/Adapting-FlyLadys-Advice/#224977 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2384/Adapting-FlyLadys-Advice/#224977 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 20:02:59 -0800 Prinea LOL! My hubby is the same way, he out eats me times ten and is so thin. I'd like his metabolism for just a day! LOL! As for the fruit and veggie keeping, I used to store mine in their respective... As for the fruit and veggie keeping, I used to store mine in their respective...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/#225183 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/#225183 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 19:49:52 -0800 Prinea Me too! Have you figured out how to forget where you put it yet? I can lose my keys day in and day out but I've yet to lose the chocolate - even when I try! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/#225181 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/#225181 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 19:35:14 -0800 Prinea This article sounds good! I just thought I'd go ahead and reply to what you said at first, about people not being able to read what you've written. There are just a few problems with the way your... I just thought I'd go ahead and reply to what you said at first, about people not being able to read what you've written.
There are just a few problems with the way your...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2075/Kids-And-Money/#223144 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2075/Kids-And-Money/#223144 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 19:30:52 -0800 Prinea I agree with Izzy, it's quite normal for a baby (just like an adult) to favor one sleeping position and with that comes the favoring of laying on one area of the head. Both of my daughters sure did... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306396/how-do-i-protect-my-babys-head-shape/#306398 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306396/how-do-i-protect-my-babys-head-shape/#306398 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 19:05:46 -0800 Prinea Unfortunately as most refridgerators are set up fruits and veggies get banished to the bottom most limits, those two or three out-of-sight-out-of-mind drawers down below. Also unfortunately,... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2423/Family-Friendly-Fridge/ Wed, 08 Nov 2006 18:54:09 -0800 Prinea As a parent solutions to our children’s' problems can often seem obvious to us and the desire to fix everything that comes their way for them is natural, especially when the solutions can seem... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2422/Fostering-Independence-Tactic-1-Problem-Solving/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2422/Fostering-Independence-Tactic-1-Problem-Solving/ Wed, 08 Nov 2006 18:24:14 -0800 Prinea For most babies there really isn't much of a need to use toothpaste at all. They shouldn't be consuming anything horribly sugary and regular water brushings with a soft bristle brush is plenty to... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2404/Something-all-parents-should-be-aware-of-with-babies-starting-to-brush-their-teeth/#225069 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2404/Something-all-parents-should-be-aware-of-with-babies-starting-to-brush-their-teeth/#225069 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 08:09:07 -0800 Prinea My mom did this for all of us as kids. It really is a cute idea, she ended up stuck with them all though! LOL! I liked it as a kid, picking out an ornament each year but as an adult none of them are... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2398/Consider-the-Holidays/#225031 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2398/Consider-the-Holidays/#225031 Wed, 08 Nov 2006 07:39:25 -0800 Prinea I'm glad you both enjoyed it! ;) http://www.minti.com/members/prinea/blog/190638/The-Husband-Fairy/#190641 http://www.minti.com/members/prinea/blog/190638/The-Husband-Fairy/#190641 Tue, 07 Nov 2006 13:02:00 -0800 Prinea We've never 'dumbed things down' for our daughters and they've never had a problem understanding just what we're saying to them or what is expected out of them in return. It doesnt matter if a word... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/511/Little-Kids-Big-Words/#214328 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/511/Little-Kids-Big-Words/#214328 Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:27:54 -0800 Prinea I'm sorry I can't help with the first problem but for the sleeping issue you could try keeping him awake through his first 2 naps of the day. This will be rough at first, no doubt about it, but once... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306948/sleeping-through-the-night-and-getting-baby-off-breast/#306959 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306948/sleeping-through-the-night-and-getting-baby-off-breast/#306959 Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:21:20 -0800 Prinea Congratulations Izzy and family!!!!! How exciting! I'm sure everything will be just fine, and you're right we're here to support you! http://www.minti.com/members/izzy/blog/172321/Two-lines-Alright-one-is-faint/#172339 http://www.minti.com/members/izzy/blog/172321/Two-lines-Alright-one-is-faint/#172339 Mon, 06 Nov 2006 17:07:34 -0800 Prinea Great read, I like that you presented it from both sides - something that you don't often see since this tends to be an issue right up there on the passionate-opinion scale. Cleanliness should... Cleanliness should...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2355/The-Earring-if-when-and-who/#224827 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2355/The-Earring-if-when-and-who/#224827 Sun, 05 Nov 2006 17:59:33 -0800 Prinea On the heels of some questions and discussion recently having taken place here about chore charts and with a little encouragement from another minti member (thanks for the push Donna, I think you're... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2353/How-To-Creating-Your-Own-Chore-Chart/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2353/How-To-Creating-Your-Own-Chore-Chart/ Sun, 05 Nov 2006 17:21:02 -0800 Prinea Most importantly, he's three years old. Take the bottle away. If he knows he's going to get a bottle everynight and he prefers it over food ofcourse he'll refuse his dinner and wait to have the... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306539/how-to-get-a-three-year-old-to-eat-vegies/#306546 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/306539/how-to-get-a-three-year-old-to-eat-vegies/#306546 Sun, 05 Nov 2006 13:53:22 -0800 Prinea This is true, also if the child jerks or moves (even by accident) when you're doing so you run the risk of damaging their eardrums. The tip of a washcloth is a wonderful tool, it's soft and you can... The tip of a washcloth is a wonderful tool, it's soft and you can...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2327/Cleaning-a-childs-ears/#224645 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2327/Cleaning-a-childs-ears/#224645 Sun, 05 Nov 2006 13:11:30 -0800 Prinea We use charts and I am a big big fan of them, I don't think there is a better way to really include your child in their upbrining and help them to participate in the home-economy.  I've even... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2331/Daily-routine-chart/#224670 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2331/Daily-routine-chart/#224670 Sun, 05 Nov 2006 13:00:26 -0800 Prinea I've been a proponate of logical consequences since day one, it's what we use and I can't sing the praises enough. Pick your battles, letting your children learn and grow naturally will be much more... Pick your battles, letting your children learn and grow naturally will be much more...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2332/Kids-hair-and-clothes-When-is-it-not-your-problem/#224682 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2332/Kids-hair-and-clothes-When-is-it-not-your-problem/#224682 Sun, 05 Nov 2006 12:26:57 -0800 Prinea Little kids always seem to get hungry at the most inopportune times. I try to keep some quick, easy, no-fuss snacks in the car for just that very reason. Trail mixes, dry cereal, crackers, dried... Trail mixes, dry cereal, crackers, dried...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2351/Travel-Kit-Things-You-Should-Always-Have-in-Your-Car/#224805 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2351/Travel-Kit-Things-You-Should-Always-Have-in-Your-Car/#224805 Sun, 05 Nov 2006 12:11:05 -0800 Prinea http://www.minti.com/members/prinea/photos/8961/Our Chart http://www.minti.com/members/prinea/photos/8961/Our Chart Sun, 05 Nov 2006 04:22:28 -0800 Prinea Both of our daughters are extremely strong willed, not at all followers. Pretty much just because it has been done to someone or something they know and love doesn't mean it's going to be done... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2298/Washing-Hair/#224485 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2298/Washing-Hair/#224485 Thu, 02 Nov 2006 16:03:22 -0800 Prinea There is nothing wrong with brushing their gums before they have teeth, as a matter of fact it's perfectly healthy. Tooth brushing like so many other things we must do in life is a learned habit, the... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2285/Brushing-teeth/#224400 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2285/Brushing-teeth/#224400 Thu, 02 Nov 2006 15:53:49 -0800 Prinea We're big on anti-consumerism here. You might want to check out the compact, it sounds to be right up your alley! http://oftheprincessandthepea.blogspot.com/2006/10/pledge-to-compact.html http://oftheprincessandthepea.blogspot.com/2006/10/pledge-to-compact.html]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2143/Creative-ways-to-live-with-less/#223511 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2143/Creative-ways-to-live-with-less/#223511 Thu, 02 Nov 2006 15:50:54 -0800 Prinea Balance can be a tough thing to find for blogging mommies. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2295/Constantly-Divided-Help-for-Parents-Who-Blog-Obsessively/#224465 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2295/Constantly-Divided-Help-for-Parents-Who-Blog-Obsessively/#224465 Thu, 02 Nov 2006 14:52:03 -0800 Prinea One way of saying something will probably never work for all people, so take what works and adapt it to make you most comfortable. Whatever words feel good to you will probably be the ones that are... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2071/The-Case-Against-We-Other-Alternatives-to-No/#223130 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2071/The-Case-Against-We-Other-Alternatives-to-No/#223130 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 11:10:39 -0700 Prinea I too define procrastination in the same way you ladies do, and am horribly guilty of it. A perfect example my laundry must be done but I am "just checking into minti" instead.   http://www.minti.com/members/thementormom/blog/176318/Energy-Drainers/#176331 http://www.minti.com/members/thementormom/blog/176318/Energy-Drainers/#176331 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:36:03 -0700 Prinea I think sometimes parents get their heart so set on a certain kind of diapers, or wipes, or bottles, or, or, or... and baby always has a different plan. LOL! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2062/Newborns-Buying-the-best-diapers-wipes-and-other-essentials-for-your-brand-new-baby/#223030 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2062/Newborns-Buying-the-best-diapers-wipes-and-other-essentials-for-your-brand-new-baby/#223030 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 07:29:07 -0700 Prinea Great reminder! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1535/PLEASE-remind-your-children/#220211 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1535/PLEASE-remind-your-children/#220211 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 07:22:58 -0700 Prinea I'm glad to hear that you've found something that is working for you and that his teacher is so willing to work actively with you to correct the behavior! Your son is a lucky, lucky boy! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1539/Talking-to-your-Childs-Teacher/#220238 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1539/Talking-to-your-Childs-Teacher/#220238 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 07:22:37 -0700 Prinea Great job, mom, on taking the lead and doing something to help your son cope as he is! These are great tips for parents!  I personally think attention disorders are out of control these days and... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1542/Tips-for-Children-with-Focus-Issues/#220261 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1542/Tips-for-Children-with-Focus-Issues/#220261 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 07:19:57 -0700 Prinea I wouldn't be too worried at this point. All babies develop at their own rate, just continue to give her plenty of tummy time so she can strengthed her neck and trunk muscles and she'll get the hang... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/305961/rolling-over/#305962 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/305961/rolling-over/#305962 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 07:05:39 -0700 Prinea All children develop at different rates, if you're concerned about your child's development you should always see your physician for an evaluation. Small deviations from the 'norm' are generally not... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2072/What-to-Expect-at-13-Months-Old/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2072/What-to-Expect-at-13-Months-Old/ Fri, 20 Oct 2006 07:38:05 -0700 Prinea I've noticed lately a very big "we" movement. On the thinking behind it I can agree - parents should not be dictators, barking orders without explanation is not effect - but there... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2071/The-Case-Against-We-Other-Alternatives-to-No/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2071/The-Case-Against-We-Other-Alternatives-to-No/ Fri, 20 Oct 2006 06:36:48 -0700 Prinea The appearance or lack thereof of stretch marks is largely determined by genetics. The elasticity of your skin and the way in which your body produces scar tissue are the two biggest factors combined... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2069/Pregnancy-And-Strech-Marks/#223094 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2069/Pregnancy-And-Strech-Marks/#223094 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 06:12:34 -0700 Prinea I can see how this would work, but I don't see the point in lieing to them. It's OK to admit to your children that adults make mistakes too, and that sometimes people use bad words but that doesn't... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1582/3yr-old-swearing/#220442 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1582/3yr-old-swearing/#220442 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 06:07:54 -0700 Prinea I would really examine your own behavior on this for a while, I think you'll probably be suprised at how much your own insecurities are evident to your children and in turn get passed down. Sit... Sit...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/305948/3yo-boy-is-obcessed-by-asking-are-you-my-friend/#305953 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/305948/3yo-boy-is-obcessed-by-asking-are-you-my-friend/#305953 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 06:05:18 -0700 Prinea Oh, hon, it is not a weird or gross habit. The eating of non-food items in times of stress or otherwise is a sign of what can be a serious medical condition. You should probably make an appointment... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2039/No-to-Newsprint/#222903 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2039/No-to-Newsprint/#222903 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 05:34:41 -0700 Prinea LOL, I tell you some days I'd trade ya! I've never needed any medical treatment for the condition, it's not severe enough and I'm thankful for that. Mostly what I do is just try to prevent it from... I've never needed any medical treatment for the condition, it's not severe enough and I'm thankful for that. Mostly what I do is just try to prevent it from...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2056/Tops-myths-about-scoliosis/#222989 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2056/Tops-myths-about-scoliosis/#222989 Thu, 19 Oct 2006 15:46:47 -0700 Prinea Good for your sister for doing things to correct her problem and take care of herself. It is so true that exercise does help. I have scoliosis and extra weight and lack of exercise can make it very... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2056/Tops-myths-about-scoliosis/#222985 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2056/Tops-myths-about-scoliosis/#222985 Thu, 19 Oct 2006 06:03:54 -0700 Prinea LOL! Darn it all! Maybe next time they'll even out! ;) See, now I have scoliosis and my boobs are the same size! LOL! If we chopped them off and weighed them I can't say as though they'd be the... See, now I have scoliosis and my boobs are the same size! LOL! If we chopped them off and weighed them I can't say as though they'd be the...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2056/Tops-myths-about-scoliosis/#222986 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2056/Tops-myths-about-scoliosis/#222986 Thu, 19 Oct 2006 06:01:12 -0700 Prinea Is it possible that she does so for attention? I can imagine being the fourth it can probably at times be hard to get what she feels is her fair share, heck second children can have a hard time with... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/305878/my17month-old-screams-/#305883 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/305878/my17month-old-screams-/#305883 Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:57:52 -0700 Prinea When my younger daughter was born I went ahead and prepared a big sister gift for my older daughter while I was pregnant, she was excited about the baby and transitioned very well I really don't... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1817/Big-Brother-Big-Sister-Gifts/#221801 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/1817/Big-Brother-Big-Sister-Gifts/#221801 Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:52:22 -0700 Prinea My younger daughter had baby acne for several months as a newborn. Baby acne should be left alone - per my pediatrician and every piece of literature I have ever read on the subject. Messing with the... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/293/How-to-Deal-with-Baby-Acne/#213058 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/293/How-to-Deal-with-Baby-Acne/#213058 Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:43:47 -0700 Prinea Great article! I love the 'commentary' throughout! This point can't be driven home for mothers enough, childhood is short but so very sweet it shouldn't be missed out on by parents because they're... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/998/Cancel-the-Cleaning-Spend-Time-with-your-Children/#217081 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/998/Cancel-the-Cleaning-Spend-Time-with-your-Children/#217081 Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:36:57 -0700 Prinea Why in the world would a kindergarten need clothes, shoes, and toys (some toys I can see, the sturdy staples maybe like kitchen things, etc if the school is low on funding and theirs are in need of... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2048/clothing-shoes-toys-etc/#222933 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2048/clothing-shoes-toys-etc/#222933 Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:31:46 -0700 Prinea Unexpected support is always so nice. He's right! http://www.minti.com/members/amamom/blog/191218/An-Unexpected-Moment-of-Truth/#191223 http://www.minti.com/members/amamom/blog/191218/An-Unexpected-Moment-of-Truth/#191223 Wed, 18 Oct 2006 18:30:43 -0700 Prinea LOL about the neighbors being a good reminder! I'm so glad we live in the country! I definately got the yelling gene from my mom as well so it's always been something I have to make a concious... I definately got the yelling gene from my mom as well so it's always been something I have to make a concious...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2010/Help-Your-Child-Pay-Better-Attention-Dont-Yell/#222791 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/2010/Help-Your-Child-Pay-Better-Attention-Dont-Yell/#222791 Wed, 18 Oct 2006 18:04:51 -0700