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Personally, I don't think this is too out of whack for a sleep over with 10-girls - NO, it isn't right or normal, but I can see it happening, and would not let my daughter go to this type of event again -- Its just too many girls together at a pre-puberty age without constant supervision (which they obviously didn't have).
I wouldn't make a big deal out of it with your daughter, just reassure her and tell her you see how she would feel pressured to act along with the other girls because having 9-other girls egg you on is A LOT of pressure.
Sounds like you are doing a good job !!
(((((Hugs)))))
-KathleenView Thread

I would suggest finding a highly qualified, smart Child Psychologist (preferably female) to see your daughter on a regular basis (at least twice a month).
Your daughter is at the early stages of puberty and life will get a lot more rocky if she doesn't get some coping skills, social skills, life skills under her belt.
It would be great for your daughter to have someone to talk with outside the home who she can build a relationship with and trust - that is why I recommend seeing the Psychologist at least twice a month.
As for the lady her Father lives with........any chance she can see her Dad without her around? That is very destructive to children.
(((Hugs)))
-KathleenView Thread

The son sounds like he has some deep rooted anger issues, and needs a strong male role model. Is his father in his life ?
-KathleenView Thread

I often remind her to slooooow down, when I hear her in the bathroom, I give her a gentle reminder to "wipe & flush". She is usually in a hurry to go do something and she won't wipe. Sometimes she will not flush because in the morning the toilet noise is too loud for her - so I let that go.
That was a good idea to have her pedi talk about irritation and so forth (more probably soaked in than you think, even though you're not seeing any improvement), but how about follow it up with a book ??
I love these books and all my daughters read them between ages 10 & 13:
http://www.amazon.com/Care-Keeping-You-American-Library/dp/1562476661
Hope some of this helps ? ! Take care,
-KathleenView Thread

I would buy a couple and see which one works best for her and doesn't aggravate her eczema.
When you go to the drug store, you'll be surprised how many "sensitive skin" types that are available now adays.
Take care,
-KathleenView Thread

No need for your daughter to suffer with kids teasing her, I bet she'll be relieved.
Good job Mom !!
-KathleenView Thread

Here is a post that has some helpful information:
http://forums.webmd.com/3/gynecology-exchange/forum/21539?@guest@
Have you purchased any books for her to read about her body and the changes its going through? I would highly suggest this one, if you haven't:
http://www.amazon.com/Care-Keeping-You-American-Library/dp/1562476661
Hope some of this helps! Take care,
-KathleenView Thread

I highly suggest you finding her a really good, qualified Child Psychologist to see.
This is no way to live for any of you, and un-treated, I could almost guarantee this behavior will get worse.
Here are some links for you to seriously explore:
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml
http://www.psychologyinfo.com/
I would be happy to help with more resources / info. if you write back with your city / state of residence.
Take care, and please do not wait to seek help!
-KathleenView Thread

You know this is not "typical" behavior, so I don't even need to get into that, but what I will suggest is finding a new, qualified, smart, awesome Child Psychologist to see your son.
Not all Dr.s are created equal, and since the first Dr. didn't help, then move on and find a new one.
It can take a lot of patience, persistence and time in finding a qualified Child Psychologist, but it WILL be worth it when you find one that can help your son.
I think it is SUPER IMPORTANT to first interview a potential Dr. before taking your son in. You need to make sure the Dr. is a good fit for your son and understands what you/he need out of treatment.
I am going to pass along some links for you to explore that will hopefully help you out.
Again, I'm really sorry, please write back anytime with additional questions or concerns !!!
http://www.abct.org/sccap/
http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/facts_for_families/problems_with_soiling_and_bowel_control
http://www.clinicalchildpsychology.com/
((((((More Hugs)))))
-KathleenView Thread

It would help with many aspects of his life, as NLD can have many struggles and need to learn appropriate life long skills.
Take care,
-KathleenView Thread
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