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newtondak @newtondak (3946) • United States 9 May 08

Does anyone have any advice for gardening in sandy soil. We recently moved to and area of ND where the soil is like this. I'm used the the soil in Missouri which sticks together a lot more!

dirt

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astromama Depending on the size of garden you want, you could maybe try a container garden using various containers and potting soil, compost... also a little research should show you what kinds of plants do well in sandy soil.. you could search for heirlooms to grow...

9 May 08

astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 9 May 08

I have two questions. I bought two grapevines and one seems to be a dud. Anything I should try before giving up on it. It's not budding at all.. is there such thing as 'late bloomers'? Also, I have this mysterious stick like thing...

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tipsyflash @tipsyflash (581) • United States 7 May 08

My husband is writing a video game and in it, there is this girl who is originally portrayed as white trash. He can't think of a good name, but he wants it to totally be a name one would associate with white trash. What are your...

names

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astromama Chastity.

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astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 7 Feb 07

I am about to have a son. I love the name Jonah and my husband and I have agreed on it for a first name. The middle name is the point of contention. We talked about the name 'Sailor' for a little boy, and got very mixed...

baby name

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astromama I did indeed name my son Jonah Sailor Gray, he is one now!!! There are misconceptions, but in my mind it means adventurous, fun, water, and marching to the beat of one's own drum. It reminds me of boots and squalls and ladies left a-pining, of singing songs...

8 May 08

astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 6 May 08

So, the vest trend... I have an hourglass figure. 36-27-35. I recently bought a vest because they look so cute on other girls and they are trendy. It totally highlights my size E chest, but it also shows off my waist. I'm...

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astromama It really draws attention, was my point, so if you want to highlight your curvy figure I think it could look good. I'm not sure though, because I've also heard that vests are not for those with big chests... I don't want to look tacky, you know?

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astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 6 May 08

So, the vest trend... I have an hourglass figure. 36-27-35. I recently bought a vest because they look so cute on other girls and they are trendy. It totally highlights my size E chest, but it also shows off my waist. I'm...

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astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 5 May 08

I am nursing my one year old and I plan to continue for a good long while. My question is about weight loss and I am admittedly a little vain, so I understand some of you might not concern yourself with this! I have lost all my...

breastfeeding

weight loss

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astromama I know! It did go by fast... he's almost walking and talking up a storm! I have another question for you, foxyfire... I've heard that babies lose a little interest in nursing around 12-13 months then increase drastically and want to nurse all the time. What...

6 May 08

babykay @babykay (2131) • Ireland 27 Jan 08

...and what's the problem with nursing in general, tell me please people. I haven't written anything about this topic in ages but just recently some people (mother in law, friends) have been asking me when am I about to give up...

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astromama I'm way late on this conversation, but I personally think that once you have kids your perspective on the whole 'feeding them in the bathroom' thing will change! I've fed my son in a bathroom once or twice when he was inconsolable and he was disturbing other...

6 May 08

astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 5 May 08

I am nursing my one year old and I plan to continue for a good long while. My question is about weight loss and I am admittedly a little vain, so I understand some of you might not concern yourself with this! I have lost all my...

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astromama Thank you for your response. I have lost about 60 pounds already but would like to lose a bit more and seem stuck. I was wondering if I should stop relying solely on breastfeeding to lose the weight because up until now I have been hesitant to exercise...

6 May 08

astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 5 May 08

I am nursing my one year old and I plan to continue for a good long while. My question is about weight loss and I am admittedly a little vain, so I understand some of you might not concern yourself with this! I have lost all my...

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astromama @ property... thank you! Seems we have a bit in common! It is always nice to find other mommies who are on the breast milk train!

5 May 08

astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 5 May 08

I am nursing my one year old and I plan to continue for a good long while. My question is about weight loss and I am admittedly a little vain, so I understand some of you might not concern yourself with this! I have lost all my...

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astromama That's disappointing to hear but thanks for the input. How long did you nurse?

5 May 08

astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 5 May 08

I am nursing my one year old and I plan to continue for a good long while. My question is about weight loss and I am admittedly a little vain, so I understand some of you might not concern yourself with this! I have lost all my...

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astromama There are no negatives, and the benefits are legion!!! For example, breastfeeding for an extended amount of time offers ME protection from osteoporosis, breast cancer, cervical cancer, and diabetes, as well as protection for my child against cancers and...

5 May 08

liquorice @liquorice (3887) 15 Apr 08

My daughter's two and a bit and I'm breastfeeding her about three times in twenty-four hours, although she'd have it a LOT more frequently if I'd let her. She clearly still wants it and it still benefits her physically as the...

breastfeeding

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astromama I'm going strong with my one year old. I don't want to even consider stopping until he is over the age of two. If he chooses to stop before then, that's his choice, but I want to continue as long as we are both happy with our nursing relationship. Not just for...

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astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 5 May 08

I am nursing my one year old and I plan to continue for a good long while. My question is about weight loss and I am admittedly a little vain, so I understand some of you might not concern yourself with this! I have lost all my...

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minnie_98214 @minnie_98214 (10557) • United States 4 May 08

Well im heading off to bed but I wanted to get some gardening help from my dad but he hasnt done watermelon yet. Im gonna try my hand at this and would like any advise you guys and gals could give me. What the heck any gardening...

gardening

green thumb

watermelon

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astromama watermelon needs to be planted in a 'hill', so make a hill and put your seed or sprout on top, that way the vines will sprawl down. Plant in a very sunny location and maybe use black plastic on the ground to suppress weeds and make it hotter, they love heat....

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astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 13 Dec 07

Help! My 7 month old (who is normally a very good sleeper) has been waking up numerous times during the night for the past 3 nights. It's like he won't sleep without the boob in his mouth (we sleep together), but I can't sleep...

baby

night waking

sleep

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astromama I plan to BF for two years or more if my baby will... The WHO recommends it as does the American Academy of Pediatrics and research shows that extended BFing offers protection for the mother against osteoporosis and certain cancers, especially breast and...

14 Dec 07

astromama @astromama (1221) • United States 13 Dec 07

I'm looking for ideas for stocking stuffers. We don't have a lot of money for gifts this year but I at least want to give out stocking stuffers. I'll probably do the usual candy/fruit for my family, and I always do lotto tickets...

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