Search found 30 matches


Re: ADD Child struggling with friendships

Hi Bunny, I’m responding because you have described my childhood, and that of my eldest child. It’s hard to go through, and even harder to watch. “You’re only as happy as your least-happy child”, said someone wise. The pattern you describe sounds typical of the Predominantly Inattentive presentation...
Replies: 8
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:52 am

Re: teacher trying to humiliate ny son in front of class

That punishment is absolutely inappropriate for a child. It is deliberate humiliation. What beneficial effect can this possibly have on any child’s behaviour? ‘Discipline’ in schools is supposed to have the intention of guiding and improving the child’s behaviour, not destroying their self-esteem an...
Forum: Schools
Replies: 7
Mon Feb 27, 2023 6:33 am

Re: Leaving work notice period

I have some experience with overseas moves, so for what it's worth... Although you don't currently expect to be looking for a similar role to your present one, this might change, so I agree that leaving on good terms is important. I think it's unwise to sacrifice your own future career options to re...
Replies: 9
Wed Aug 30, 2017 1:25 am

Re: St Thomas' Hospital policy on c-section timing

Hi, and hope all goes well for you! I also had elective CS at Tommies, but options re date would vary by medical circumstances, and perhaps also whether you are under a private Ob vs NHS. Eg do private Obs only have certain days of the week they work at that hospital? Do popular dates (like 1st Sept...
Replies: 13
Tue Mar 03, 2015 3:13 am

Re: Should I push or elect for Caesarian?

Leyah, being too anxious to sleep must be making the rest of your pregnancy and life in general not much fun. Going into a VBAC feeling so anxious is surely not going to help it go well. Do whatever you need to reduce anxiety (excluding valium or a bottle of gin of course!), and don't feel guilty ab...
Replies: 13
Tue Oct 28, 2014 5:29 am

Re: Calling all mums of boys re toilet training...

Hi TH, my boy was 3 1/2 when he easily toilet trained, but still at 6 1/4 is occasionally wet at night. He has never had a consistent period (more than a week) when he stays dry at night until the last few months. The medical term is 'primary nocturnal enuresis', and it's considered a developmental ...
Replies: 17
Mon Feb 17, 2014 11:13 pm

Re: iPad apps for nearly 4 year old?

Crayola digi-tools drawing app. Costs a bit for the pack of tools, but great art programme. Creative and good for motor skills.
Episodes of favourite shows, eg Imagination Movers, Shaun the Sheep
Forum: Travel
Replies: 5
Mon Feb 10, 2014 12:25 pm

Re: moving house, clearing out baby stuff

Sorry, jumperoo has gone already.
Replies: 11
Mon Feb 03, 2014 1:36 pm

Re: moving house, clearing out baby stuff

Hi Hollyberry, Emmy,

did you receive my PM's?
Replies: 11
Mon Feb 03, 2014 8:02 am

Re: moving house, clearing out baby stuff

Sorry, bouncer has gone. Still have the items listed last post, as well as 3 stair gates, Moses basket, carrier, car seat and accessories.
Replies: 11
Wed Jan 22, 2014 8:04 am

Re: moving house, clearing out baby stuff

Sorry, sheepskin liners have gone already.
Still have lots of girl's clothes, extra-large muslins, toddlers buoyancy swim vest, etc.
Replies: 11
Tue Jan 21, 2014 6:43 pm

Re: Nappy Valley in Westchester?

Thanks everyone for your kind replies! I'll be in touch. Good luck with the freeze coming this week!
Replies: 7
Tue Jan 21, 2014 10:02 am

Re: childrens shoes - balham

One Small Step on Northcote Rd. The girl with hot pink hair knows her stuff about this issue. Some other staff there are also good, but some are inexperienced. Just ask for someone who knows.
Replies: 1
Mon Jan 20, 2014 10:55 am

moving house, clearing out baby stuff

I have lots of baby items to clear out before the move. All in good used condition: -Moses basket with mattress, white Broderie lining and cotton jersey sheet - £10 -Sheepskin liner for buggy/car seat/basket - £10 -Baby bjorn bouncer chair - £25 -Baby Bjorn Active carrier with decent back support - ...
Replies: 11
Thu Jan 16, 2014 2:32 pm