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Yeah... I don't think that was helpful, but I just felt like venting too lolView Thread

Brandon is doing great too! Not as chatty though lol... he is getting some speech therapy because he is not saying that many words, but he seems to be picking up a bit with that. All of the professionals don't foresee any long term problems though... he is a very smart (yet quiet...sometimes) cookie lol.View Thread

However, that is just really bizarre that out of all the possible toys they could have picked out for your DS, they chose a baby doll with a pink stroller. Personally, I just find baby dolls to be a little creepy in general, and I just think there are much better options out there for toys that would allow him to be sensitive and nurturing, like as you said, stuffed animals or even something like a Dora doll, which I think would be equally appreciated by both genders (they have one in DS's daycare class, and ALL the kids love it).
But yeah, my opinion is that a) they want to get a rise out of you or b) that they are dying to have a little grandaughter/niece in the family. However, if they do/did give it to your son, I wouldn't go to the extreme of hiding it in a closet or anything. Just leave it out and if he takes an interest in it, then it is just one more toy he has to play with, and if he doesn't, it collects dust until you decide to get rid of it.View Thread

Children will eat what they want to eat, so don't try to restrict their intake. Time Magazine actually just did a short article on this exact issue... some parents (possibly you DH included) as so concerned about their infant/toddler's weight, that they attempt to put them on a diet. When I read that, I thought that was pretty absurd. But yes, I also agree with the other posters... don't restrict how much she eats, but do consider reworking what you give her to eat. It sounds like she likes a variety of food, so this shouldn't be much of an issue in terms of getting her to eat new healthier items. For instance, instead of a regular waffle, try giving her whole grain or flax seed waffles... oatmeal is also a good option. Maybe only give her half a grilled cheese, but add some spinach (I know, sounds weird, but my son really liked that for a while) or tomatoes to it and follow it up with a variety of fruit and healthy snacks.
I think alot of the time, us parents can end up projecting some of our own insecurities onto our kids, and lets face it, weight is almost everyone's insecurity. The best thing you can do to avoid that is be aware of it and do your best to not let it negatively influence her life and growth.
Btw, here is the link to the Time article... I think that gets my point across a little more clearly: http://healthland.time.com/2010/11/30/is-my-baby-too-fat/View Thread

But it sounds like you are more concerned that he is only drinking formula and not eating baby food? It may not be a huge deal if he was very early... you really have to adjust their age based on when they were due to properly track their milestones.
Preemies can also have a higher incidence rate of food aversions. Was he vented at all? Did anyone note any low tone issues? Have you discussed your concerns with a doctor?View Thread

I am now also wondering... why haven't you called the authorities on this woman if you have actual evidence that she is doing this crazy stuff? And yes, lawyers are expensive, but if you show enough financial need, they maybe willing to do some probono work on your stepson's case. This is just not making sense that all of this horrible stuff is going on with DH's ex, yet she has full custody and your DH is ready to sign over rights... there just seems to be something missing from this story.View Thread

And what if one day, you and your DH broke up and he went on to have a family with another woman and stopped paying YOUR child support although it was obvious that his newest child was very well taken care of... would that not infuriate you? It would infuriate me.
I just think you are just looking at this whole issue in a very one sided way, and until you start seeing things for what they are, no good will come of this situation.View Thread


But I do agree that I think the whole nut avoidance thing was totally blown out of proportions, especially around the time we were pregnant. Pregnant women cutting nut butters out of their diet, really? I didn't really eat more peanut butter than usual when I was pregnant, but I kept it at around the same level as prepregnancy, and DS is fine. I think as long as you eat everything in moderation, you are fine.
As for my DS, I started giving him PB around 12-15 or so, but I don't think he really started liking it until he was around 18 months. I was more concerned with it being a chocking hazard rather than a potential allergen. Lately, he has really been into eating a variety of nuts such as pecans and walnuts whole, as well as sliced almonds! He started sneaking my granola and trail mix so frequently that we have just started giving it to him as his official snack. I think nuts are great for toddlers!View Thread

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