mom2adopted

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what is a "real" parent?

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 11 Feb 07

As a foster and adoptive parent, I hate it when someone refers to my adoptive children's birth parents as their "real" parents. Almost anyone can give birth. The real test of being a "real" parent is in raising and loving the...

what is a real parent

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mom2adopted Thank you!! That is how we feel too. I heard yesterday (on the TV) that adoptive parents overall rate higher that natural parents because they try harder to be good parents. That is not to say that natural parents are lessor, adoptive parents just try harder....

14 Feb 07

Are you a good housekeeper??

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 13 Feb 07

When it comes to keeping a clean house, I suck!! Ok, don't get me wrong, I was not that bad when I was single and lived alone. I am married with 2 small children and 2 stinky dogs. My husband and son have been away for over a week...

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mom2adopted That would be great if I were a "young" mother, but I am 51!! I totally agree about the music. I am a classic rock fan and I do turn up the volume. My main problem is that everyone thinks I am the maid. No on (except my 2 year old) picks up their own mess. I...

14 Feb 07

Are you a good housekeeper??

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 13 Feb 07

When it comes to keeping a clean house, I suck!! Ok, don't get me wrong, I was not that bad when I was single and lived alone. I am married with 2 small children and 2 stinky dogs. My husband and son have been away for over a week...

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mom2adopted Would you like to come clean my house?? LOL I really could use the help. I am such a slob compared to some of the responses here. I feel the shame. Take care!!

13 Feb 07

At what age did you move your child into a big bed from a crib?

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 13 Feb 07

My beautiful little girl just turned 2. For her birthday, we bought bunk beds for my kids room. She shares a bedroom with her 6 year old brother. A friend of mine yelled at me for putting her in a "big" bed. I think my friend is...

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mom2adopted My son is 6 and my daughter is 2. They are brother and sister. We only have 2 bedrooms. Where do you think I should put one of them? What is wrong with small children sharing a room?

13 Feb 07

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another question about mylot...do you get credit and/or paid when you.....

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 13 Feb 07

do you get either paid or credit when you reply to comments made on discussions that you started? My number is up to 28, but if I count all the answers and posts, it is way more than that. I would think you could get points by...

make extra money

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mom2adopted Thanks, good idea!! Happy Hearts Day to you too!!

13 Feb 07

Picky Eaters

filchi @filchi (291) • Netherlands 12 Feb 07

My preschooler only loves to eat chicken,or fish, or nuggets, and plain white bread with no anything on it, even the brown part of the bread she wants to take it out.And when she eats spaghetti she wants to take out the...

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mom2adopted You didn't just say to force food, did you??? You are crazy. I hope you do not have children. That is the worst thing you could ever do. Children will try new food when they are ready, not when they are forced. Shame on you!!!!

13 Feb 07

How do I potty train my 2 year old?

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 13 Feb 07

My little girl just turned 2 and I don't know how to go about potty training her. She in a big bed now so she will be able to go to the bathroom or at least come and get me if she needs to "go". I bought pull ups, but she is not...

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mom2adopted I bought thoses. I don't think she notices!! LOL I have only used them a few times. She used to tell me when she poopied, but now she doesn't. I think she is afraid I will sit her on the toilet again. last night she was in the tub and told me she had to poopy....

13 Feb 07

What do you do when your terrible 2 has a meltdown in public??

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 12 Feb 07

Last week we were in Walmart. They were giving cookie samples so I let my 2 year old have a peanut butter cookie, her favorite. After she finished it, I tried to clean her hands and face, but she was not having any of that. She...

childrens behavior

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mom2adopted This was the first time she ever behaved like that out of the house. I bought her the cookies because her meltdown had ended and she had been her sweet self for more than 15 minutes. She said sorry to me and ash asked for the cookies very nicely saying please....

13 Feb 07

What do you do when your terrible 2 has a meltdown in public??

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 12 Feb 07

Last week we were in Walmart. They were giving cookie samples so I let my 2 year old have a peanut butter cookie, her favorite. After she finished it, I tried to clean her hands and face, but she was not having any of that. She...

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mom2adopted I did not, nor do I ever reward bad behavior. The meltdown had ended and 15 minutes had passed with her acting like the sweet child she is. When we were checking out, she quietly asked me for cookies and I rewarded her changed, good behavior. But thank you for...

13 Feb 07

What do you do when your terrible 2 has a meltdown in public??

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 12 Feb 07

Last week we were in Walmart. They were giving cookie samples so I let my 2 year old have a peanut butter cookie, her favorite. After she finished it, I tried to clean her hands and face, but she was not having any of that. She...

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mom2adopted Thanks!! Being that she is only 2, she was sitting in the cart when she had her meltdown. I am sure not many people noticed because she is very quite even when she yells. Even if I could take her home, I would not have. My husband and son are in So. America...

12 Feb 07

great painting tips

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 11 Feb 07

I have known about this tip for a long time, but I used it for the first time yesterday. I am slowly painting my house, room by room. When I am finished for the day, I put the paint brush into a zipper plastic bag and put it in...

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mom2adopted I tried that once, but I also had to sand it down before painting. I swear by the baking soda and paint. I learned about that on HGTV. I watch all the shows about fixing your house to sell it. That is what I am working on right now.

12 Feb 07

great painting tips

mom2adopted @mom2adopted (56) • United States 11 Feb 07

I have known about this tip for a long time, but I used it for the first time yesterday. I am slowly painting my house, room by room. When I am finished for the day, I put the paint brush into a zipper plastic bag and put it in...

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mom2adopted Thanks! Maybe I will try just leaving it on the counter. I have a small freezer with some room in it and that is where I have been putting it. My husband is out of town until next week so I have plenty of time to paint. I have another tip: if you mix equal...

12 Feb 07