Recent content by HappyMomma

I would start right now, recording phone conversations (if legal in your state) and documenting everything. What the father is doing is called Parental Alienation. Fight for your rights!

I've had IBS as far back as I can remember, but was only diagnosed with it about 10 years ago. The first thing my gastroenterologist said to me is "No, you are not crazy - you have IBS." I've been taking Bentyl for mine (as needed) and it was a heaven send for me.

Call me crazy, but it seems excuses run in the family.

Is this something he wants to do?

I agree with this... I think shattering the magical fun of Santa Claus is worse. At the same time, during this time of year I do sometimes think to myself..."why is it ok to lie to our children at Christmas time?" It really is a unique and strange situation, this Santa thing. My ex-husband...

If you are still uncomfortable with timeouts, another route to go is the theory that every behavior has a consequence whether it be good or bad. The trick is the match the consequence with the behavior. For example, if my daughter is grumpy and gives me a hard time in the morning getting ready...

Hubby just had his surgery a couple of weeks ago :-)

I was on it for about 3 years the last time. My system tolerates it wonderfully and it's my bc of choice. I have also heard horror stories, I think it really depends on the individual woman.

two words: Boobah WTH??

Ah gotcha. I agree

From what you have described, I personally wouldn't appreciate her behavior either. Although, the fact of the matter is that you are lucky enough to be old enough to get away from it, of course that is something YOU will have to decide to do and then actually take action. If you don't like...

I hate going to get shots... breaks my heart. :-(

Wait, isn't it her mother that is saying the "piddly teenage job' is off limits and not the poster?

We use Kid's Colgate

I know... that's frightening. :-(