http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/activity/ Latest activity by sluxton on Minti Copyright 2008 Minti en-uk sluxton We have recently tried ear candling on our son (5) who was complaining of a blocked ear.  He said he did feel much better after it and we did find a big clump of wax in the candle - after which... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/712641/ear-candling/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/712641/ear-candling/ Sat, 17 May 2008 06:13:46 -0700 sluxton Hi Has anyone had a cin 3?  I get results from my biopsy in 2 weeks time.  Feeling a little nervous but just keep on focussing on the hope that all I need is laser treatment and all of... Has anyone had a cin 3?  I get results from my biopsy in 2 weeks time.  Feeling a little nervous but just keep on focussing on the hope that all I need is laser treatment and all of...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/628469/abnormal-pap-cin-3-already/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/628469/abnormal-pap-cin-3-already/ Wed, 13 Feb 2008 02:44:23 -0800 sluxton Thankyou all for your replies to my panicked question.  I did get tested again by the doctor about a weeks ago - negative again.  So we left it for a week to see what would happen. ... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/569166/has-anyone-fallen-pregnant-with-a-mirena/#580890 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/569166/has-anyone-fallen-pregnant-with-a-mirena/#580890 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 03:05:12 -0800 sluxton Hi all I have had a mirena in now for just over 3 years.  I usually get spotting when I should but this month ......I didn't.....I did do a test about a week ago and it said negative.  But... I have had a mirena in now for just over 3 years.  I usually get spotting when I should but this month ......I didn't.....I did do a test about a week ago and it said negative.  But...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/569166/has-anyone-fallen-pregnant-with-a-mirena/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/569166/has-anyone-fallen-pregnant-with-a-mirena/ Thu, 29 Nov 2007 17:58:30 -0800 sluxton Hi - Sorry to here your news.  It is just of an impact on you as it is your family and friend's family.  I think if you feel you'd like to be at the funeral to pay your respects or even if... http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/557415/#557584 http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/557415/#557584 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 18:55:58 -0800 sluxton Hi Lexi and Kristen Sorry it has taken me so long to reply!  I have had some work on of late and consequently have not been on Minti.  My run went well and I was really happy with the time... Sorry it has taken me so long to reply!  I have had some work on of late and consequently have not been on Minti.  My run went well and I was really happy with the time...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/blog/498770/Raising-Money-for-Osteoporosis-Australia/#557580 http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/blog/498770/Raising-Money-for-Osteoporosis-Australia/#557580 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 18:49:38 -0800 sluxton Hi - I am trying to buy some miraclesuit swimwear (over eby, dare I say!) and am just trying to work out sizes.  I would normally be a 14a bra and a size 10 pants in oz sizes, but appears by the... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/524766/has-anyone-bought-miraclesuit-swimwear/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/524766/has-anyone-bought-miraclesuit-swimwear/ Fri, 12 Oct 2007 03:53:58 -0700 sluxton How on earth do you fit 9 children in a car?  and how long does it take for them to all sit down and get their seat belts on? http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/505929/#513112 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/505929/#513112 Wed, 26 Sep 2007 04:20:02 -0700 sluxton I'm with the rest of these guys/gals - dont you dare feel bad.  He has put enough on you by the looks of things, reading your blog.  It seems to be all about him and what his counsellers... http://www.minti.com/members/destiiny23/blog/512907/I-feel-bad-for-what-i-just-did-today-/#513110 http://www.minti.com/members/destiiny23/blog/512907/I-feel-bad-for-what-i-just-did-today-/#513110 Wed, 26 Sep 2007 04:15:34 -0700 sluxton It's angering that anyone in Australia suffers in such an inhumane way.  We have the resources, money and the facilities to look after our people so much better but it's so hard to get the funds... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7537/The-miscarriage-at-hospital-making-newshappened-to-me-too/#513101 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7537/The-miscarriage-at-hospital-making-newshappened-to-me-too/#513101 Wed, 26 Sep 2007 04:02:57 -0700 sluxton Thanks, Mumof2b.  I haven't got very much advice to offer, but thought this one might just be of use to someone other than myself!  Although not too many of my friends have had this problem... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5725/Aqua-Turdswhat-to-do-when-they-strike-your-babies-bath-water/#512046 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5725/Aqua-Turdswhat-to-do-when-they-strike-your-babies-bath-water/#512046 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 06:07:40 -0700 sluxton My thoughts are with you KyAquarius.  Please know we are all here. http://www.minti.com/members/kyaquarius/blog/512030/Please-say-a-prayer-for-our-baby/#512043 http://www.minti.com/members/kyaquarius/blog/512030/Please-say-a-prayer-for-our-baby/#512043 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 06:01:10 -0700 sluxton This is my most favourite question and I so I have revisted it this evening.  There really is nothing better than one long loud anonymous fart amongst familiar and unfamiliar people in a crowd... There really is nothing better than one long loud anonymous fart amongst familiar and unfamiliar people in a crowd...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/426653/flatulating-farting-in-public/#512041 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/426653/flatulating-farting-in-public/#512041 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:58:40 -0700 sluxton nice one Kellz! http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#512039 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#512039 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:49:19 -0700 sluxton nice one Kellz! http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#512038 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#512038 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:49:18 -0700 sluxton Thanks to all of you who have replied to my question.  I think I will try it.  I have bought some "Natures Way" ones from the supermarket.  My kids aren't ADHD or anything,... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/509348/fish-oil-and-children/#512037 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/509348/fish-oil-and-children/#512037 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:45:58 -0700 sluxton Thanks to all of you who have replied to my question.  I think I will try it.  I have bought some "Natures Way" ones from the supermarket.  My kids aren't ADHD or anything,... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/509348/fish-oil-and-children/#512036 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/509348/fish-oil-and-children/#512036 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:45:57 -0700 sluxton And what I really hate is products that just advertise on their packaging "no added artificial flavours and colours".  Anatto is a real trap and proven behaviour hazzard!  Please... http://www.minti.com/members/domestic-warrior/blog/511563/Food-Additives-and-Childrens-Behavior/#512035 http://www.minti.com/members/domestic-warrior/blog/511563/Food-Additives-and-Childrens-Behavior/#512035 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:41:59 -0700 sluxton Hi Everyone I have heard that taking fish oil helps children with behaviour and learning.  Has anyone tried it?  Did it make a difference?  My kids are 5 and 3 and a half. Sally I have heard that taking fish oil helps children with behaviour and learning.  Has anyone tried it?  Did it make a difference?  My kids are 5 and 3 and a half.
Sally]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/509348/fish-oil-and-children/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/509348/fish-oil-and-children/ Fri, 21 Sep 2007 17:35:19 -0700 sluxton I think the Report button is good when used appropriately.  There have been a few dubious emails from unknown members who have subsequently been deleted and there is on the odd occasion,... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#509338 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#509338 Fri, 21 Sep 2007 17:15:04 -0700 sluxton I like the ranking in Minti as it did guide me when I was a new member.  I dont even notice, I must admit if someone does vote me down half the time, but when I do, you know what - there's more... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#509327 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#509327 Fri, 21 Sep 2007 17:00:43 -0700 sluxton Thanks, FremantleDocker.  Even if I can pursuade just a few people back to exercising again regardless of what level they exercise at, I have achieved something!  see my advice on returning... http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/509308/#509320 http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/509308/#509320 Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:50:02 -0700 sluxton Thanks, FremantleDocker.  Even if I can pursuade just a few people back to exercising again regardless of what level they exercise at, I have achieved something!  see my advice on returning... http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/509308/#509319 http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/509308/#509319 Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:50:02 -0700 sluxton Hi to My Minti Friends!  Sorry if you have read this a few times already.  I am promoting awareness of prevention of osteoporosis and raising funds for bone research.  On 23rd... I am promoting awareness of prevention of osteoporosis and raising funds for bone research. 
On 23rd...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/509308/ http://www.minti.com/groups/45703/Bulletin-Board/blog/509308/ Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:25:51 -0700 sluxton Hi to all Minti Members - new and old!  If you are new - it is a wonderful way to air out your troubles, solve your troubles and help others with their troubles, so welcome!  Here's... http://www.minti.com/groups/514/Introduce-Yourself-Here/blog/507721/ http://www.minti.com/groups/514/Introduce-Yourself-Here/blog/507721/ Wed, 19 Sep 2007 20:44:52 -0700 sluxton That's a good question, Izzy.  I am not an expert in the area, but mainly promoting the awareness of the disease and how to prevent it.  Have a look at their website Osteoporosis... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/#507620 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/#507620 Wed, 19 Sep 2007 17:57:05 -0700 sluxton This is beautifully written and I so need a lesson in it.  I come from a long line of yellers to the point that I am now a yeller.  But I always make sure we have "good time"... But I always make sure we have "good time"...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5091/Who-Wants-to-be-Shouted-At/#506113 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5091/Who-Wants-to-be-Shouted-At/#506113 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 22:47:07 -0700 sluxton Hi Everyone     On 23rd September, I am participating in the annual Blackmores Run the Bridge (Sydney) 9km fun run to raise funds for Osteoporosis Australia and I would welcome... On 23rd September, I am participating in the annual Blackmores Run the Bridge (Sydney) 9km fun run to raise funds for Osteoporosis Australia and I would welcome...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/92/au/blog/506078/ http://www.minti.com/groups/92/au/blog/506078/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 21:55:42 -0700 sluxton OMG 12 children!  Where are they all going to come out of?  I have had 2 although, I am one of 5 so since my second have wanted 4 but after the first 2 being around the 10 pound mark, I... http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/505929/#506074 http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/505929/#506074 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 21:48:41 -0700 sluxton Thankyou for sharing this story.  I still have tears in my eyes.  I hope you and your teenager are recovering emotionally and mentally.  Mental health, has become more and more... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6896/A-Childs-Suicide-attempt-Through-a-mothers-eyes/#506072 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6896/A-Childs-Suicide-attempt-Through-a-mothers-eyes/#506072 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 21:43:53 -0700 sluxton Just $1 donation will make a difference and contribute to bone research for our future and our children's future.  Donations of AUD$2 or more are tax deductible for Australian residents and the... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/#505824 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/#505824 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 15:50:36 -0700 sluxton Your support is appreciated,  Thanks Kellzacar. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/#505817 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/#505817 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 15:30:39 -0700 sluxton bio-oil is excellent too.  I have been using it on my daughter's cheek since she had a mole removed and the scar has lightened up significantly.  http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6429/Oil-for-pregnant-mums-to-prevent-stretch-marks-and-also-helps-heal-stretch-marks/#505487 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6429/Oil-for-pregnant-mums-to-prevent-stretch-marks-and-also-helps-heal-stretch-marks/#505487 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 04:34:23 -0700 sluxton um - just wondering if anyone knows what the shelf life of oils should be?    ]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/#505485 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/#505485 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 04:31:35 -0700 sluxton Member avatar for sluxton http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/photos/39165/mfairy.jpg http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/photos/39165/mfairy.jpg Mon, 17 Sep 2007 04:06:35 -0700 sluxton oh and if you're game - I've heard that eating grapefruit helps to break down lactic acid in muscles! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/#505427 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/#505427 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 03:25:34 -0700 sluxton If they are really sore and you think you did some damage - try ice and rest for a 24-48hours, drink plenty of water, and green tea.  After a couple of days then start to stretch those muscles... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/#505425 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/#505425 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 03:23:51 -0700 sluxton Just to motivate all you guys - read my adivce on Osteoporosis. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/#505336 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/#505336 Mon, 17 Sep 2007 01:18:21 -0700 sluxton What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become fragile and brittle, leading to a higher risk of fractures (breaks or cracks) than in normal bone.  Osteoporosis... Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become fragile and brittle, leading to a higher risk of fractures (breaks or cracks) than in normal bone.
 Osteoporosis...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7477/Prevention-of-Osteoporosis/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 01:05:06 -0700 sluxton Fantastic ideas - I will use these! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7429/Car-trip-activities-minimum-hassle/#503033 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7429/Car-trip-activities-minimum-hassle/#503033 Fri, 14 Sep 2007 05:58:46 -0700 sluxton It took me many years to get back to exercise again so I feel after 15 years of little or no exercise and just completing my first cross country running season in that period of time, that I have... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7444/Starting-Exercise-Again/ Fri, 14 Sep 2007 05:41:42 -0700 sluxton Hi - it's been 6 months now since I wrote this and just wanted to add that I had another successful party for my son "the old fashioned way!" last week.  No lolly bags - just a tinned... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5897/Toddlers-Birthday-Parties/#503017 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5897/Toddlers-Birthday-Parties/#503017 Fri, 14 Sep 2007 05:30:14 -0700 sluxton Hi - I know I haven't been on Minti much of late, but when I get into it - I really get into it.  It is very captivating.  I think one thing we all have to remember is that we dont have to... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#503012 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/502563/minti-question-/#503012 Fri, 14 Sep 2007 05:13:37 -0700 sluxton My husband loved cubs and scouts and venturers when he was young.  He is looking forward to being a part of it again when our son is old enough.  In some areas now they have started... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7438/Anyone-For-Scouts/#503009 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7438/Anyone-For-Scouts/#503009 Fri, 14 Sep 2007 05:02:46 -0700 sluxton My husband loved cubs and scouts and venturers when he was young.  He is looking forward to being a part of it again when our son is old enough.  In some areas now they have started... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7438/Anyone-For-Scouts/#503008 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7438/Anyone-For-Scouts/#503008 Fri, 14 Sep 2007 05:02:45 -0700 sluxton Hi Everyone     On 23rd September, I am participating in the annual Blackmores Run the Bridge (Sydney) 9km fun run to raise funds for Osteoporosis Australia and I would welcome...  
 
On 23rd September, I am participating in the annual Blackmores Run the Bridge (Sydney) 9km fun run to raise funds for Osteoporosis Australia and I would welcome...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/40526/Your-Favourite-Charities/blog/498777/ http://www.minti.com/groups/40526/Your-Favourite-Charities/blog/498777/ Mon, 10 Sep 2007 01:35:02 -0700 sluxton Hi Everyone     On 23rd September, I am participating in the annual Blackmores Run the Bridge (Sydney) 9km fun run to raise funds for Osteoporosis Australia and I would welcome...  
 
On 23rd September, I am participating in the annual Blackmores Run the Bridge (Sydney) 9km fun run to raise funds for Osteoporosis Australia and I would welcome...]]> http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/blog/498772/Raising-Money-for-Osteoporosis-Australia/#498773 http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/blog/498772/Raising-Money-for-Osteoporosis-Australia/#498773 Mon, 10 Sep 2007 01:31:04 -0700 sluxton somewhere near Chelmer? I would say you went to the Arboretum at Sherwood.  I grew up at Graceville!   Caught many many guppies down there! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6081/Remember-when-you-were-a-kid-and-loved-going-down-the-creek/#458377 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6081/Remember-when-you-were-a-kid-and-loved-going-down-the-creek/#458377 Thu, 02 Aug 2007 05:09:23 -0700 sluxton I think this is more of a question rather than advice, but not to worry.  You are in an awkward situation with your own issues, understandably and perhaps some professional advice in assisting... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6576/Gay-Grandparent/#429151 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6576/Gay-Grandparent/#429151 Fri, 29 Jun 2007 04:12:41 -0700 sluxton I'm tearing my hair out by 9pm when she finally settles.  She still has a midday sleep and is too tired and even more naughty when she doesn't have a sleep.  I know she is over tired as... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/429144/3-year-old-and-a-difficult-bedtimeevery-night/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/429144/3-year-old-and-a-difficult-bedtimeevery-night/ Fri, 29 Jun 2007 04:03:55 -0700 sluxton well, there's never been any holding them back in our current household!  Here's some general rules, however.....If he farts in bed, he'll fluff the doona so ....so must you.  If his... Here's some general rules, however.....If he farts in bed, he'll fluff the doona so ....so must you. 
If his...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/426653/flatulating-farting-in-public/#426847 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/426653/flatulating-farting-in-public/#426847 Tue, 26 Jun 2007 03:56:33 -0700 sluxton great article.  Thanks for sharing this. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6541/Vanishing-Twin-Syndrome/#426108 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6541/Vanishing-Twin-Syndrome/#426108 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 06:00:05 -0700 sluxton I heard this story too!  I have always stored it in a high place - good point to raise, Cham.  Thanks for the addition. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5892/When-your-toddlers-love-ink-stamps-and-you-are-just-about-to-go-out/#426105 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5892/When-your-toddlers-love-ink-stamps-and-you-are-just-about-to-go-out/#426105 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 05:55:54 -0700 sluxton and dont forget the liquid hand sanitiser for the park before they eat - get rid of those germs!  Park toilets often dont have soap (or nice toilet seats - so make sure you take the disposable... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5894/Desanding-your-kids-after-a-trip-to-the-beach/#426102 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5894/Desanding-your-kids-after-a-trip-to-the-beach/#426102 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 05:53:51 -0700 sluxton I often look back at last year and think, my god, my son was only 3 then - I expected so much of him, and now he's only 4.  My daughter is now 3 and sometimes, I dont think I've expected as much... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6272/Sometimesdo-we-expect-too-much-of-our-kids/#426095 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6272/Sometimesdo-we-expect-too-much-of-our-kids/#426095 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 05:47:31 -0700 sluxton yes - I recall reading about these in other books, good addition, Roama. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/#426091 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/#426091 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 05:44:07 -0700 sluxton Thankyou for sharing this sad story.  Melanoma or any cancer for that matter indescriminite (not sure on the spelling of that!).  My husband's grandmother had a melanoma removed and so did... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6104/MOLES-this-is-so-sad/#423797 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6104/MOLES-this-is-so-sad/#423797 Fri, 22 Jun 2007 03:18:46 -0700 sluxton I found I just needed something in my stomach .....all the time or I felt sick! Dry crackers with a cup of tea first thing in the morning. Normal breaky (e.g. cereal) 2 hours later for morning tea... Dry crackers with a cup of tea first thing in the morning.
Normal breaky (e.g. cereal)
2 hours later for morning tea...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6481/Morning-Sickness-Remedy/#422938 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6481/Morning-Sickness-Remedy/#422938 Thu, 21 Jun 2007 04:40:16 -0700 sluxton Hi Guys Glad to find a blog about this on Minti.  As you'll see in my homepage I have a couple of sites which I am trying to advertise and get more traffic, earn more commission online. It's... Glad to find a blog about this on Minti.  As you'll see in my homepage I have a couple of sites which I am trying to advertise and get more traffic, earn more commission online.
It's...]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/38449/Free-Online-Dollars-No-Selling/blog/422934/ http://www.minti.com/groups/38449/Free-Online-Dollars-No-Selling/blog/422934/ Thu, 21 Jun 2007 04:31:44 -0700 sluxton Welcome Portia7! http://www.minti.com/members/portia7/photos/33337/Liza___Portia001.jpg/#421087 http://www.minti.com/members/portia7/photos/33337/Liza___Portia001.jpg/#421087 Tue, 19 Jun 2007 04:16:07 -0700 sluxton That is a good point about the baby not attaching correctly, Phoenix.  I hadn't covered that.  If Breastmilk worked well for you, then that is great.  I just found that my nipples... If Breastmilk worked well for you, then that is great.  I just found that my nipples...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6437/Avoid-cracked-nipples-in-breastfeeding/#420559 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6437/Avoid-cracked-nipples-in-breastfeeding/#420559 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:25:38 -0700 sluxton Yes, all the midwives and breastfeeding associations say you just need to put breast milk on your nipples to help prevent them cracking and heal the cracks - that is nature's way. Well, for me and... Well, for me and...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6437/Avoid-cracked-nipples-in-breastfeeding/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6437/Avoid-cracked-nipples-in-breastfeeding/ Mon, 18 Jun 2007 15:28:04 -0700 sluxton some of them can cause the onset of early labour. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/#420405 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/#420405 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 14:57:52 -0700 sluxton This decision should be entirely your own and your mother should respect your decision.  Birthing is a very personal thing and you should be very comfortable with who is going to be with... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/420121/birth-classes/#420130 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/420121/birth-classes/#420130 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 04:41:22 -0700 sluxton Thankyou all for sharing.  Mental health is now becoming more and more recognised and conditions once gone undetected in our parents or grandparents generations.  The more we are all aware... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4174/Suicide-Signs-Symptoms-Risks-and-what-to-tell-children/#420102 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/4174/Suicide-Signs-Symptoms-Risks-and-what-to-tell-children/#420102 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 04:07:25 -0700 sluxton My kids haven't been swimming at all in recent weeks and currently are on antibiotics for middle ear infection. They both have a cold and as such the tubes linking the ears/nose/throat (sorry I'm... They both have a cold and as such the tubes linking the ears/nose/throat (sorry I'm...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/420093/ear-infections/#420098 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/420093/ear-infections/#420098 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 03:58:51 -0700 sluxton My chiropractor's wife used just olive oil and she swore by that as well!  Great to hear someone else with similar success. http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6429/Oil-for-pregnant-mums-to-prevent-stretch-marks-and-also-helps-heal-stretch-marks/#420095 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6429/Oil-for-pregnant-mums-to-prevent-stretch-marks-and-also-helps-heal-stretch-marks/#420095 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 03:51:52 -0700 sluxton oh and poo is what they do best!  Hope she recovers quickly! http://www.minti.com/members/mummy2girls/blog/420083/poooooooo/#420085 http://www.minti.com/members/mummy2girls/blog/420083/poooooooo/#420085 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 03:45:18 -0700 sluxton I love essential oils but if you are pregnant you should be aware of certain oils to avoid. According to Nerys Purcheson ("Handbook of Aromartherapy"), "Oils to avoid during the... According to Nerys Purcheson ("Handbook of Aromartherapy"),
"Oils to avoid during the...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6430/Aromatherapy-oils-to-avoid-during-pregnancy/ Mon, 18 Jun 2007 03:23:26 -0700 sluxton Please see my advice on Oil for stretch marks recipe http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419691/strech-marks/#420041 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419691/strech-marks/#420041 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 03:15:27 -0700 sluxton Hi This recipe is taken directly from Nerys Purchon's "Handbook of Aromatherapy", p186.4 x 250iu vitamin E capsules 7 tablespoons sweet almond oil 3 teaspoons olive oil 2 teaspoons... This recipe is taken directly from Nerys Purchon's "Handbook of Aromatherapy", p186.4 x 250iu vitamin E capsules
7 tablespoons sweet almond oil
3 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6429/Oil-for-pregnant-mums-to-prevent-stretch-marks-and-also-helps-heal-stretch-marks/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6429/Oil-for-pregnant-mums-to-prevent-stretch-marks-and-also-helps-heal-stretch-marks/ Mon, 18 Jun 2007 03:12:57 -0700 sluxton bio-oil is great - I currently use that on my daughter's face where she had a mole (spitz naevus which would have grown to 2cm in diameter and had "unknown malignant melanoma type... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419691/strech-marks/#420028 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419691/strech-marks/#420028 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 03:05:18 -0700 sluxton oooohhh man!  listen to that engine.  It purrs like a kitten.  And look - it's got air-con.  Smooth, man, groovy! http://www.minti.com/groups/1/Add-a-caption/blog/100036/#419556 http://www.minti.com/groups/1/Add-a-caption/blog/100036/#419556 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 14:35:29 -0700 sluxton I'm going to be the coolest mum in the street now at the next party and I can see if the 8 year olds down the street know these games! http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/#419393 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/#419393 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 06:24:52 -0700 sluxton yes - I remember "little susie", Thankyou Ngairi! http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/#419391 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/#419391 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 06:23:56 -0700 sluxton Thankyou, BlackWidowKate! This is the one! My daughter is only 3 but she loves any sort of interaction and the clapping thing I started with "Pat-a-cake" with the simple 2 hands together... This is the one!
My daughter is only 3 but she loves any sort of interaction and the clapping thing I started with "Pat-a-cake" with the simple 2 hands together...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/#419390 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/#419390 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 06:21:42 -0700 sluxton Through school, uni, travel and work, I had lots of friends that were boys.  Some were pure friendships.  Some had a fuzzy boundary, some were friendship fronts with a strong desire... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6404/MatesCan-people-hold-a-real-friendship-with-the-opposite-gender/#419387 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6404/MatesCan-people-hold-a-real-friendship-with-the-opposite-gender/#419387 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 06:14:48 -0700 sluxton I had some with my first pregnancy but lots with my second and they stopped and started over the last week so much that it was like I did little bits of labour over the last week and "lots of... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419205/braxton-hicks/#419384 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419205/braxton-hicks/#419384 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 06:06:31 -0700 sluxton Great information - thanks for sharing this!  http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6407/Babies-in-Plaster/#419380 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6407/Babies-in-Plaster/#419380 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 05:59:59 -0700 sluxton Fantastic suggestion, Gypsie!  I personally haven't gone to the extent that you and Cazza have and investigated but believe your recommendation is worth merit and action.  I would be happy... http://www.minti.com/groups/36895/Suggestion-Features/blog/417745/#419379 http://www.minti.com/groups/36895/Suggestion-Features/blog/417745/#419379 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 05:57:48 -0700 sluxton I agree with all of these responses and did try them all. In this order: 1.  Try just resettling and give her nothing but "blankie", pacifier, hugs, change nappy etc 2.  Give... In this order:
1.  Try just resettling and give her nothing but "blankie", pacifier, hugs, change nappy etc
2.  Give...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419057/sleeping-problems/#419375 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419057/sleeping-problems/#419375 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 05:53:52 -0700 sluxton Chatting to themselves is a good thing.  You find out a lot of things about htem - what they are hearing, how they perceive things, they act out scenarios, role-play, use their imagination, grow... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419202/when-kids-are-talking-to-theirselfs/#419367 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419202/when-kids-are-talking-to-theirselfs/#419367 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 05:45:25 -0700 sluxton Chatting to themselves is a good thing.  You find out a lot of things about htem - what they are hearing, how they perceive things, they act out scenarios, role-play, use their imagination, grow... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419202/when-kids-are-talking-to-theirselfs/#419366 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419202/when-kids-are-talking-to-theirselfs/#419366 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 05:45:25 -0700 sluxton It's great that you are trying again.  If he's someone you truly love, and he is trying too.  Every second with each other is worth it in the end.  There is obviously still a lot of... http://www.minti.com/members/crystalmoon/blog/419325/From-the-ashes-the-pheonix-doth-rise/#419348 http://www.minti.com/members/crystalmoon/blog/419325/From-the-ashes-the-pheonix-doth-rise/#419348 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 05:24:56 -0700 sluxton Great work, guys.  Even if we can send this link of our comments to the hospital they might address their human rights issues.  Before doing so, though, I suggest we get permission from... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/417515/i-know-this-isnt-a-question-but-im-disgusted/#419058 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/417515/i-know-this-isnt-a-question-but-im-disgusted/#419058 Sat, 16 Jun 2007 22:23:24 -0700 sluxton see www.needbabythingsnow.com for listings of all baby goods retailers and pharmacies. http://www.minti.com/groups/36898/Birth-to-1-Yr/blog/419033/ http://www.minti.com/groups/36898/Birth-to-1-Yr/blog/419033/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 21:57:04 -0700 sluxton I am trying to remember all the rhymes we used to say when "clapping" hands with one another as primary school girls!  Does anyone remember any of them? All I can remember is the last... All I can remember is the last...]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/ http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/419032/little-girls-clapping-games-does-anyone-remember-the-rhymes/ Sat, 16 Jun 2007 21:55:26 -0700 sluxton Well, we've got ourselves some tadpoles now, and I think they are living in tadpole 5 star hotel, sheltered from the wind and rains of Sydney at the moment!  I went back to the same creek I got... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6081/Remember-when-you-were-a-kid-and-loved-going-down-the-creek/#419031 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6081/Remember-when-you-were-a-kid-and-loved-going-down-the-creek/#419031 Sat, 16 Jun 2007 21:52:52 -0700 sluxton Hi this is great advice!  I have also written a similar article on Toddlers Birthday parties:  please see http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5897/Toddlers-Birthday-Parties/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5679/Budget-party-decorations/#419023 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5679/Budget-party-decorations/#419023 Sat, 16 Jun 2007 21:36:33 -0700 sluxton I suffer from bad mouth ulcers when I haven't had enough sleep - they get bigger and bigger and sorer and sorer until day 8 or 9 then bang, I have a no pain but big "hole" somewhere in my... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6371/Mouth-Ulcers/#417725 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6371/Mouth-Ulcers/#417725 Fri, 15 Jun 2007 04:53:58 -0700 sluxton I didn't think of vinegar - that would be equally as revolting and probably less harsh than chilli! http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6323/Getting-an-avid-thumbsucker-to-stop/#417717 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6323/Getting-an-avid-thumbsucker-to-stop/#417717 Fri, 15 Jun 2007 04:47:16 -0700 sluxton My son spat out his dummy and preferred his thumb from when he was 3 months old.  It was always so cute.  He only sucked it when tired, upset or going to sleep at night but once asleep,... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6323/Getting-an-avid-thumbsucker-to-stop/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6323/Getting-an-avid-thumbsucker-to-stop/ Thu, 14 Jun 2007 06:57:43 -0700 sluxton Dont forget about catching a rivercat from Newfarm Park, all the way down to Toowong Reach and back - a great way to explore Brissy on the river upon which it was built.  You also pass under one... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6273/Holidaying-in-Brisbane-What-to-do-in-my-town/#412320 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/6273/Holidaying-in-Brisbane-What-to-do-in-my-town/#412320 Sat, 09 Jun 2007 15:55:19 -0700 sluxton Member avatar for sluxton http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/photos/32608/xmas06feb07 134.jpg http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/photos/32608/xmas06feb07 134.jpg Sat, 09 Jun 2007 15:41:35 -0700 sluxton Member avatar for sluxton http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/photos/32607/xmas06feb07 134.jpg http://www.minti.com/members/sluxton/photos/32607/xmas06feb07 134.jpg Sat, 09 Jun 2007 15:36:28 -0700 sluxton was as a part-time checkout chick at Woolies through school and uni.  Tried to get other jobs in bars etc but never succeeded and woolies was so flexible.  One wierd job I had was... http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/412308/ http://www.minti.com/groups/163/Get-to-know-me-better/blog/412308/ Sat, 09 Jun 2007 15:14:26 -0700 sluxton absolutely gorgeous - hope she (and her parents!) had a great birthday! http://www.minti.com/members/jmrmumstheword/blog/412042/bit-late-but/#412067 http://www.minti.com/members/jmrmumstheword/blog/412042/bit-late-but/#412067 Sat, 09 Jun 2007 06:17:22 -0700 sluxton I'll have to try peppermint - do you mean essential oil? http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5953/When-the-ants-are-marching-in-or-around/#412063 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5953/When-the-ants-are-marching-in-or-around/#412063 Sat, 09 Jun 2007 06:15:09 -0700 sluxton so how about what charity means the most to you and why?    ]]> http://www.minti.com/groups/40526/Your-Favourite-Charities/blog/412059/ http://www.minti.com/groups/40526/Your-Favourite-Charities/blog/412059/ Sat, 09 Jun 2007 06:12:27 -0700 sluxton hope it all goes well for you cazza.  I find parties so stressful, but my girlfriend just excells at them (went to her place today for another one!) and she is an excellent cook and organiser... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/411651/party-food-ideas-pleaseeeeeeeeee/#412038 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/411651/party-food-ideas-pleaseeeeeeeeee/#412038 Sat, 09 Jun 2007 05:50:58 -0700