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A friend's father passed away suddenly and he is having difficulty formulating a way to tell his daughter. What books would you recommend? [more inside]
posted by spec80
on Dec 16, 2009 -
11 answers
What to gift an 11 year old boy with too much stuff? [more inside]
posted by Secret Life of Gravy
on Dec 9, 2009 -
40 answers
This season I would like to raise funds for a music/musicians or music and kids related charity. I'm aware of Sweet Relief, Music Box Children's Charity, and Rock for Kids. What are some others that you would recommend? In addition, there was a music/kids related post on the blue I can't find... an older guy who makes instruments for free--hundreds over the years... anyone recall? Thanks!
posted by You Should See the Other Guy
on Dec 1, 2009 -
8 answers
Opera suggestions for children. [more inside]
posted by eyeballkid
on Nov 19, 2009 -
28 answers
Should I go for the in-plan, cheap co-pay therapist or pony up more cash for the therapist who seems a better fit for my family? Would it be bad to switch therapists shortly into the process? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Nov 17, 2009 -
11 answers
What should my son's first computer be? [more inside]
posted by emjaybee
on Nov 7, 2009 -
13 answers
Help us quiet our suddenly screechy-at-bedtime 19mo daughter! Difficulty: shares room with brother. [more inside]
posted by larsks
on Oct 29, 2009 -
6 answers
Alternative medicines for a young kid - am I making too much of it? [more inside]
posted by H. Roark
on Oct 12, 2009 -
36 answers
What are some iPhone apps to amuse kids ages 4 - 8? I have the star wars "light saber" app and a mini piano app, and those have been big hits, but they are getting old now.
posted by bonsai forest
on Oct 5, 2009 -
24 answers
My friend's nine year old daughter is interested in cooking, and I've decided to give her some informal lessons. But I have no idea where to start! [more inside]
posted by elsietheeel
on Oct 3, 2009 -
25 answers
What are some cool things to do in New York City with a toddler? She will have her third birthday in a few weeks and loves animals, arts & crafts and other kids. [more inside]
posted by Lame_username
on Sep 24, 2009 -
13 answers
Help me find the title of this children's book about a boy building a cage/trap for a monster. [more inside]
posted by Kabanos
on Sep 16, 2009 -
2 answers
I've taken responsibility for a very small children's library and I'd love your ideas for making it awesome. [more inside]
posted by serazin
on Sep 3, 2009 -
14 answers
Please help me find an age-appropriate way to explain menstruation to my young kids. (This question is obviously not for anyone squicked out by female things.) [more inside]
posted by widdershins
on Sep 1, 2009 -
32 answers
How do I learn to like kids? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Aug 31, 2009 -
28 answers
Should I try to breed out the parts of me I don't like? Or is it ok to make super neurotic kids? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Aug 17, 2009 -
19 answers
Poop (or lack thereof) Filter: Curing someone else's constipation. That someone else is four years old. [more inside]
posted by grapefruitmoon
on Aug 11, 2009 -
29 answers
What is a good Bible Based DVD or movie that I can offer to my five year old daughter. I want her to get more knowledgable about the bible, but at her age, I'm not looking for a lot of blood or violence. Also, she asks me a lot why there are not girls in the stories. So maybe you know of a good movie that has Mary or Ruth in it? I want her to learn, but I need it to be age appropriate. She likes animation or live people. Thanks,
Lynnie-the-pooh
posted by lynnie-the-pooh
on Aug 8, 2009 -
17 answers
A child I know and love appears to have behaviors consistent with OCD. I'd love to hear your personal experiences with treating or adapting to this condition/way of being. [more inside]
posted by serazin
on Aug 8, 2009 -
13 answers
In approximately two weeks, I will be holding a Blanket Fort Goodbye Party on almost the entire top floor of an apartment building. Given the excellent ideas I got from this previous party thread, I thought I'd ask what you crazy kids: what would you want to see at a blanket fort party? [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana
on Jul 30, 2009 -
20 answers
Stay vs. Go Showdown 2009
Also starring: 2 kids!!!!!!!
Is it better to stay in a bad marriage so that the kids can be with both parents, or to divorce and hope for the best? [more inside]
posted by rahnefan
on Jul 18, 2009 -
38 answers
What are your favorite books to read aloud to young children? [more inside]
posted by palliser
on Jul 15, 2009 -
27 answers
What are some school appropriate websites I can use in the classroom? [more inside]
posted by debbie_ann
on Jul 13, 2009 -
15 answers
How are American parenting practices unique? [more inside]
posted by Fairchild
on Jun 18, 2009 -
30 answers
So, it looks like we will be going to be spending two weeks in August in the San Francisco area, specifically one week in Palo Alto and then one week in San Francisco. "We" encompasses myself, my wife, our 6 year old daughter and my mother-in-law, all visiting from the UK. None of us have been to California before. What should we do? [more inside]
posted by oclipa
on Jun 18, 2009 -
23 answers
Trying to decide just how close to move to our kid's (very enthusiastic) grandparents. If you've experienced the childrearing-with-nearby-grands situation (as kid, grand OR parent), how did it work out? Any advice on encouraging involvement while still maintaining boundaries? [more inside]
posted by Bardolph
on Jun 4, 2009 -
21 answers
How will living well below our means affect the lives of our future children? [more inside]
posted by davey_darling
on May 20, 2009 -
56 answers
What are the best kid games that are educational? [more inside]
posted by lynnie-the-pooh
on Apr 6, 2009 -
13 answers
So, I'm getting divorced. I have 2 daughters, who I'm kinda terrified to tell. I'm hoping Ask.Me might be able to provide some tips. [more inside]
posted by Richat
on Apr 2, 2009 -
27 answers
At 8 am this morning my five year old son was fine. At noon he had a temperature of 40.4 C (104.7 F). By 4:30 his temp was normal again. This is the fourth time in the last two weeks he's had a high fever (over 39) that lasts for only a few hours . What's up? [more inside]
posted by winston
on Mar 9, 2009 -
9 answers
What's the modern day equivalent of old school "line number" BASIC as a tool for young children to play and learn with? [more inside]
posted by majick
on Feb 21, 2009 -
41 answers
Ideas please for entertaining four kids, ages 2, 4, 8 and 10, for about two weeks. [more inside]
posted by anadem
on Feb 12, 2009 -
4 answers
I'm looking for math focused games for a first grader. [more inside]
posted by serazin
on Feb 6, 2009 -
15 answers
My partner wants kids, but I've always been opposed to the idea. He's making me question that, though. How do I know if it's a real change of heart? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Feb 2, 2009 -
31 answers
I want to read fictional and/or true stories about people being put into positions of responsibility unexpectedly for extended periods of time and how they deal with it. [more inside]
posted by reenum
on Jan 27, 2009 -
37 answers
How can I deal with a group of neighborhood punks intent on making my kids' lives miserable? Most of the information online tells parents to involve the school administration, but this is happening right in my neighborhood -- on my very street -- not in an school setting. [more inside]
posted by _Mona_
on Jan 16, 2009 -
85 answers
Mysterious recurring spots on a four-year-old. His pediatrician's not in the office today and it looks like today's batch will be faded by the time the after-hours pediatric clinic opens. [more inside]
posted by winston
on Jan 7, 2009 -
6 answers
How do I care for kids when I'm a stranger to them? [more inside]
posted by bitteroldman
on Dec 17, 2008 -
16 answers
Am I worrying too much about our future child being very short? How can I get over this? [more inside]
posted by trillian
on Dec 1, 2008 -
36 answers
What are your tips for parenting small kids when you have a chronic illness? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Nov 18, 2008 -
10 answers
Can anyone recommend baby videos for nine-month olds (and up)? [more inside]
posted by zarq
on Nov 17, 2008 -
26 answers
Concrete ideas of things to do with a nine-year-old boy in the Baltimore, MD area. I am going to be the Big Sister of a boy in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program, and as much as I love doing things this kid likes and things kids like in general, I'm having a heck of a time trying to come up with specific activities--for example, I can't exactly schedule an activity day for sword-fighting or reading. [more inside]
posted by schroedinger
on Nov 4, 2008 -
11 answers
Multi-volume kids encyclopedia recommendations for a bright but not overly-precocious 6 year old. [more inside]
posted by Chrischris
on Nov 3, 2008 -
10 answers
My dad was an insecure, unlikeable jerk (to me at least) who clearly did not like his children. I have become an insecure, unlikeable jerk (to me at least). Am I doomed to have the same, terrible relationship with my future kids as well? [more inside]
posted by bitteroldman
on Oct 12, 2008 -
29 answers
Looking for kid-oriented/friendly things to do in London and environs in November. Child has requested an audience with Her Majesty, but not sure we can pull that off on such short notice. Scenario: Mom is going on a business trip for a week and we (Daddy and 6 Year Old Daughter) are going to tag along. Daddy's looking for fun things to do during the day while Mommy's hard at work! [more inside]
posted by webhund
on Sep 22, 2008 -
17 answers
Midnight activities for a 4-year-old that he wouldn't get a chance to do during the day? My son is having an EEG tomorrow during the day. They want him sleep-deprived so he'll sleep without sedation. I'm supposed to get him up for the day at 3:30 am. He's not a morning person at all, so to keep him awake I'm looking for exciting things to do/observe/etc. that wouldn't be possible during his normal waking hours. We're in the east end of Toronto near the Don Valley, so both big-city and nature/wildlife type activities may be possibilities.
posted by winston
on Sep 21, 2008 -
20 answers
Our children are taking piano lessons. They need a piano. We don't know what we're doing. [more inside]
posted by Fairchild
on Sep 19, 2008 -
25 answers
What are your favorite media resources for parenting? [more inside]
posted by tk
on Sep 2, 2008 -
6 answers
What are your favorite family games? [more inside]
posted by keith0718
on Aug 30, 2008 -
24 answers
Is it possible for a small child to have cataplexy without narcolepsy? [more inside]
posted by anonymous
on Aug 7, 2008 -
6 answers