I need to hire a nanny. I've got over 30 applicants to an ad on one of the big caregiver websites, and I'm working on setting up interviews with a couple of the applicants. I need your help so I don't screw up and hire someone I'm going to regret for a really important job.
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posted by treehorn+bunny
on Mar 31, 2013 -
32 answers
I'm going to be a proud first-time papa in a couple months, and I'm gearing up for the madness and joy to come. I've really enjoyed reading non-fiction anecdotes about fathers and children, and I was wondering if you had any books you might recommend? Hopefully nothing 'Chicken Soup for the ____'-ish, but more along the New Yorker-y lines of Paris to the Moon by Adam Gopnik and Home Game by Michael Lewis.
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posted by evadery
on Mar 12, 2013 -
16 answers
I have a 4 day old baby and my 2 year old just came down with a fever (101.5 at the moment). We don't have anyone who can take the toddler for a couple of days, but I am afraid the baby or my wife might get sick. I am really worried. What should I do?
posted by crawfishpopsicle
on Jan 4, 2013 -
21 answers
My 1.5 week old baby was born a month early and is being treated for an extremely rare, incurable genetic disorder discovered last weekend via newborn screening. I haven't told anyone beyond my parents, and in the meantime everyone keeps offering to help with/visit the baby. What should I do with them? I can't bear to have the same horrible conversation over and over.
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posted by Maarika
on Jan 2, 2013 -
30 answers
Parents of Metafilter: What the best gift you can give new parents? Everyone has suggestions for the baby but what about the parents? What are the things you wished you had/realized you couldn't live without when dealing with your first kid? How could someone have made your life easier despite being on the other side of the planet?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 24, 2012 -
23 answers
I'm expecting my first child next week and have chosen his pediatrician, but the doctor takes unvaccinated patients. How dangerous would it be to bring an unvaccinated newborn into this office?
posted by Circumstands
on Nov 27, 2012 -
26 answers
We're Brits in Washington DC about to have our first baby! We have bicycles but don't own a car (use Zipcar / taxis). All the standard baby-prep advice seems to assume owning a car... so do you guys have any tips for car-free baby living? In particular: car seats (for occasional use / quick installation), diaper services and bike trailers? Details inside!
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posted by tkbarbarian
on Nov 18, 2012 -
16 answers
Expecting our first baby in about 2 months now. I have been so consumed with reading up on this pregnancy & labor that I have neglected to learn about what to do AFTER that. You know, when the little homunculus is actually out of my belly and chilling in our living room. Please share your best book recommendations for newborns. Humorous and serious alike. Telling me not to read and let instincts take over is also acceptable with anecdotes.
posted by MayNicholas
on Nov 17, 2012 -
36 answers
I'm building a baby registry. a) What was your absolute most-used, wouldn't-survive-without-it thing you had on your baby registry? b) And what were you absolutely certain you'd use all the time that just gathered dust?
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posted by davebug
on Sep 18, 2012 -
67 answers
A 2-parter for parents (from a soon-to-be):
1) What did you think was going to be easy, but turned out to be hard?
2) What did you think was going to be hard, but turned out to be easy?
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posted by davebug
on Sep 4, 2012 -
42 answers
I'm a gadget geek about to have my first baby. What tech do I now have an excuse to get that might help make things easier or even more fun?
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posted by davebug
on Aug 27, 2012 -
16 answers
Please give me your best tips to burp a six week old, or otherwise soothe a gassy infant.
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posted by bq
on Aug 7, 2012 -
27 answers
I am the mother of a beautiful, 5 week old baby girl. I wonder if I've made the biggest mistake of my life.
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posted by elizamina
on Jun 26, 2012 -
75 answers
Every night I dream my newborn baby is in bed with me and is in danger of being crushed or suffocated in the blankets. How do I stop these awful dreams?
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posted by CrazyLemonade
on Apr 19, 2012 -
22 answers
A friend and I are putting together the curriculum for a "After the birth: the first six weeks with your newborn" class we're going to start teaching in a few months. We've got a bunch of ideas, but we want to make sure we're covering everything. We'd love your input.
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posted by linettasky
on Apr 16, 2012 -
22 answers
Moving with a newborn, part 2 - now we know we're going to Milwaukee! Please tell me everything.
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posted by gerryblog
on Feb 2, 2012 -
14 answers
Chicagomom/dad filter: looking for an awesome pediatrician for our brand new guy. Got one you love, that you're willing to share?
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posted by esmerelda_jenkins
on Nov 2, 2011 -
16 answers
Is there any way to make the first few months after our baby is born special and meaningful and not just ruled by exhaustion? Any newborn baby hacks you can share? Bonus points for happy newborn stories.
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posted by n'muakolo
on Sep 6, 2011 -
51 answers
So how do you encourage cognitive development in newborn babies when all they do is eat and sleep?
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posted by creasy boy
on Aug 16, 2011 -
45 answers
I'm a 32 y/o male who has a baby girl due on September 1st This will be my first child and I'm curious about what I need to do and learn beforehand. Please give me advice and/or direct me to must read books or websites. Thanks!
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posted by Paalen
on Jun 23, 2011 -
42 answers
Babyjbenben is 7 weeks old - now what? I want to know the intimate details of hanging out and having good times with my son! I'm looking for reference sources and first-hand accounts that aren't annoying, and instead, inspirational feel-good fun. Please help.
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posted by jbenben
on May 29, 2011 -
13 answers
Our little baby boy has been in the NICU for the past 8 days and should be released in a less than a week. He was born 6 weeks early and before we had bought anything (even a car seat) so we're rushing to prepare for his imminent arrival. We came up with a few questions while shopping for baby stuff...
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posted by exhilaration
on May 24, 2011 -
54 answers
I need to administer a suppository to a very small baby. Any advice and tricks from people with experience?
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posted by Omnomnom
on May 13, 2011 -
28 answers
How do I help a friend who may or may not have post-natal depression, but is definitely having a rough time due to babies not being well or sleeping? I am not able to pop in for visits to help with babysitting, housework, etc but there must be something else I can do to help, surely?
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posted by harriet vane
on Apr 2, 2011 -
24 answers
Logistics of traveling solo with an infant. Looking for tips regarding carriers, going to the bathroom, changing a baby on the plane. I'll be flying Alaska Air and I'd love any special tips for flying these small planes or even Alaska in particular.
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posted by amanda
on Feb 23, 2011 -
29 answers
Parents who have given away kids stuff: What would you appreciate in return or consider an appropriate thank you?
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posted by vignettist
on Feb 8, 2011 -
27 answers
Is there anything we can do to help encourage my 1-month-old baby to "suckle softer"?
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posted by swafo
on Dec 3, 2010 -
21 answers
They say breast is best, but... after 8+ weeks of constant pain and struggling, I don't know what to do. Breastfeeding isn't working for us, but I'm strangely conflicted about giving it up. How do I reconcile these things?
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posted by Ms. Informed
on Nov 17, 2010 -
61 answers
What do you make for dinner on those nights when it comes down to a choice between something that can be made
fast, or takeout? I'm the mother of a newborn, so every night is one of those nights.
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posted by kitcat
on Oct 1, 2010 -
86 answers
Have you been able to breastfeed successfully despite having tuberous (tubular) breasts? Do you know someone who has? Please hope me.
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posted by kitcat
on Sep 20, 2010 -
38 answers
Baby is 15 days old. Due to bf-ing troubles, we have been feeding him pumped milk from a bottle. Friday night we switched to all breast. Now he doesn't drop off to sleep immediately after a feed like he did for the 1st two weeks.
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posted by pipti
on Apr 25, 2010 -
36 answers
Breastfeeding Filter: When is the breastfeeding window of opportunity over for good?
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posted by Bueller
on Dec 18, 2009 -
24 answers
My 5 week old baby cries most of the time he is awake unless I keep moving him around or feeding him. I am at a loss...any suggestion for this weary mom?
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posted by murrey
on Sep 25, 2009 -
42 answers
