Jennifer16628

@Jennifer16628 (184)

United States • Age 48

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Were you diagnosed by your primary care physician or a specialist?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 17 Apr 07

Were you diagnosed with fibromyalgia by a specialist? If so what type of doctor? What kind of doctor treats you? I have been reading and found that rheumatologists don't like being "stuck" with treating fibro patients. Many think...

fibromyalgia

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What is your favorite childrens store online?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 17 Apr 07

I love to keep my out at 'The Childrens Place', 'Boscovs', and 'Web Clothes'. How about you? Are there any places you could recommend for childrens items online that are a really good deal? I just received an order of back to...

parenting

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What do you prefer to do or have done for you on mothers day?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 17 Apr 07

Well, for my country mothers day is coming up. I was wondering what all of you moms would love to have or have happen on mothers day? Would you like a day to spend with a friend (go shopping, lunch, spa, etc.)? Is breakfast in bed...

parenting

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Do you use potting soil or soil less seed starting mix?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 17 Apr 07

I was wondering how you start your seedlings? Do you use potting soil? Potting soil ammended with fertilizers? A seed starting mix without any soil? I used the seed starting mix and found my 3 week old plants under great stress...

gardening

soil

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Does anyone have a recipe using millet they would like to share?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 16 Apr 07

I need to get to the grocery so I am running low on some things. I have millet in my cupboard so I was wondering if anyone had a recipe they would like to share. I will probably just have a salad or perhaps steamed carrots with...

cooking

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When do you purchase clothes for your child?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 16 Apr 07

My husband and I have differing opinions on when to buy clothes for our son. He thinks we should wait until right before school so that we know what size he will be in. He said "that's why there is back to school shopping". Like I...

parenting

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My 5 year old has really started back talking...what do you recommend?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 16 Apr 07

My 5 year old son has started backtalking A LOT! If I tell him to pick up his toys he will say for example.."Here are your choices..I'll pick up a few toys after you give me some ice cream or I want you to go away" What do you...

behavior

parenting

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Do you see a Holistic or Naturopathic doctor as opposed to a western med DR?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 16 Apr 07

I have been wondering what others opinions of naturopathic or holistic doctors are. I have been dealing with an illness that has been labeled as fibromyalgia. Western medicine doctors seem to give pain meds for it and that is it....

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Do you feel less sexy/beautiful since having children?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 14 Apr 07

I wasn't sure exactly where to post this one but I was wondering if anyone else feels this way and how do you deal with it. I have been married for over seven years now and I know I have changed a lot since the start of our...

mother

self esteem

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HOW do you keep your house clean with kids?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 13 Apr 07

I am a stay at home mom and although I would LOVE to have a clean house it NEVER happens! I don't know if I am just not efficient enough or what but it is never clean although I spend a large part of my day cleaning. Any hints,...

cleaning

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2 people

Do you show affection toward your spouse or s/o in front of your children?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 12 Apr 07

I was wondering if you show affection toward your spouse or significant other in front of your children? What do you think is considered appropriate? My husband and I need to kind of rekindle that aspect of our relationship :). I...

parenting

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When do i fertilize my starts?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 12 Apr 07

I am trying to figure out when to fertilize my vegetable starts for the first time. I have several different kinds of vegies...tomatoes, artichokes, brussels sprouts, edamame, chives, basil, celery, and cauliflower. I need to move...

gardening

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What do I do? My little guy gets very upset and angry if he is not always right

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 12 Apr 07

My son is 5 years old. He gets very upset and angry if he is not right or he is not first. For instance, if we play a game and he is not winning he gets very angry and yells, cries, and won't finish the game. If he tries to show...

child

childrens anger

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How much time do you spend interacting directly with your children?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 11 Apr 07

I was wondering how much time other parents spend playing with or interacting directly with your kids? I find a lot of my day is spent doing laundry, cooking, cleaning, on the computer, working in the garden, etc. Yes I do let the...

children

parenting

playtime

Companion planting

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 11 Apr 07

I read all sorts of different companion planting ideas but I was wondering if anyone out there has tried it? I would REALLY like to hear what has and has not worked first hand. I will be growing a very large variety of vegetables...

beetle

companion planting

gardening

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HELP! Only five months left with my "baby" before he goes to school!:(

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 11 Apr 07

I am struggling with my first child starting school. He has never attended preschool or anything and I quit my job when he was born so I could stay home and take care of him. Where I live it is full day kindergarten. I have so...

child

kindergarten

school

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What has your child said or done that was really funny?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 10 Apr 07

My husband and I have JUST finished remodeling our home we bought in 2005. We have been living in a 475 square foot studio apartment since then. We did most of the work ourselves so we have spent a great deal of time visiting the...

remodeling

parenting

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What bedtime routine do you have for your children?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 10 Apr 07

I was wondering what other parents do at bedtime for their children? Do you read a story (or two or three :)) ? Do you give them a bath every night? Is there a movie? Do you sing? What song? My children are 3 and 5. I sing to them...

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What is your favorite craft project to do with your preschool children?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 9 Apr 07

I was wondering what one (or two :) ) craft projects stand out for preschool children? I have a 3 and 5 year old that I enjoy doing projects with and would love some ideas! Neither of them are IN pre-school so I try to actively do...

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Where do you purchase your vegetable seeds from?

Jennifer16628 @Jennifer16628 (184) • United States 9 Apr 07

What companies have you found to be the best for purchasing herb and vegetable seeds? Good quality? Customer Service? Delivery? I have a large garden plot and enjoy planting MANY different varieties. I have tried Peacful Valley...

herbs

seed companies

vegetables

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