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Started this discussion. Last reply by Heather Benda Jan 5, 2010.

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Heather Benda replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

How long is too long to let my 10MO cry? Everything is fine with her, I think. I just spend awhile holding her. She has fun toys with her and I'm right there. I just can't hold her all day. Any ideas?

Jan 5, 2010

Jennifer replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

my son used to do this it was so hard to cook for months until he grew out of the phase. But, to at least distract him I'd give him some pots and pans and big kitchen plastic spoons, or measuring cups, to play with while I tried to get…

Jul 22, 2009

Emma Kung replied to Gae Onions's discussion 'Time for it all' in the group Heart, Mind, Body & Soul

Paula-that DVD sounds pretty good.What is it called?

Jul 13, 2009

Emma Kung is now friends with LisaHendey and Erika Drain Jul 11, 2009

Emma Kung replied to LisaHendey's discussion 'Water Wars - Staying Hydrated' in the group Heart, Mind, Body & Soul

When my daughter was born, of course my dr. told me I needed to drink a lot of water for breastfeeding, but she also strongly cautioned me not to drink out of plastic due to xenoestrogens. I have a uterine fibroid and this could be contributing to…

Jul 2, 2009

Karen Cross replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

I used to do this with my daughter too. My first was like this as well. I used to use our Snugi (when she was a baby) because it seemed like I couldn't put her down. And because she was my first, I certainly wasn't going to let her cry!…

Jul 1, 2009

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Can't get anything done

Help! I may have spoiled my 16MO daughter. She has a really hard time if I try to cook or clean. She clings to my legs and cries desperately "Mama! Mama!" until I pick her up. Preparing breakfast and dinner is nearly impossible. I am a first time mom so I don't know what to do. the crying breaks my heart. She doesn't like her playpen or highchair. How can I get her to play on her own?

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Milehimama replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

The Learning Tower is too big for our space, but I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Cosco-11-302WBL-Two-Step-Steel-Stool/dp/B00002N84F/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1245770326&sr=8-9 for about $15 at Target and…

Jun 23, 2009

katies3boys replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

I agree with several others and with Lisa. It depends on the child. With my first, I could just give him some pots and pans and let him bang away. With my third, he is only happy in a carrier (at times). I would try several things and see what works…

Jun 23, 2009

Ann replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

Try to work on the sleeping first. If she's only 16 months old, that is probably not enough sleep for her, which could be contributing to her extreme clinginess. At that age, she needs one, good nap a day, right after lunch. She will probably…

Jun 23, 2009

Lisa Ross replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

This is a little contrary to the rest of the ideas suggested, but have you thought about using a carrier (like an Ergo) so that you can carry her on your back while you do some simple cleaning & cooking? It's not ideal but makes for a much…

Jun 23, 2009

Dianne replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

I am going through this as well. My daughter is 23 months old and I think that I have spent most of my cooking holding onto her at the same time. She does have access to a cabinet and drawers and sometimes she plays with them, but a lot of times it…

Jun 23, 2009

Christine Hebert replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

Sounds like you will just have to let her cry. If you are in the same room and she is in no danger, she does not "need" you to pick her up. You are the mom and you must not let her be in charge of you. Break the habit of her monopolizing…

Jun 22, 2009

Emma Kung replied to Emma Kung's discussion 'Can't get anything done'

Thanks for all the advice. I will try setting her up with some things to play with just for kitchen. I think I have been a little lazy in using some of these techniques to help her play on her own.. Instead I am going for a quick fix of picking her…

Jun 22, 2009

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Tell us about yourself: I am a SAHM to 16 month old Gabriella. I am a converted to Catholicism about 2 years ago. I am considering homeschooling when the time comes.