I want to take horse riding lessens but my parents say it a lot of money.I love horses!!!How to convince my parents to let me take horse riding lessens?
Tell them you'd love to do something different, horse riding is a great experience and you love horses. Or try to find some cheaper stables to ride in ;)
Good luck
Thursday, May 13, 2010
What do all new parents need as far as supplies for the baby?
Im going to have a baby soon and Im making a check list over everything needed like a crib,mattress,bedding,changing table/dresser,high chair etc What is everything I'll need? what could i be leaving out?What do all new parents need as far as supplies for the baby?
A diaper genie!!!!!! We got my aunt one for her baby shower and she says that is one of the best presents she got at that party.
Lots and lots and lots of wet wipes and diapers and baby powder.
You should get lots of soft, fleecy blankets that are crib-sized so you'll have plenty of extra clean ones, should the blankets in the crib get dirty frequently-- and they probably will.
As for the crib, i recommend those ones that change from a crib to a small bed. That way, when you're child gets old enough for a ';big boy/girl bed'; you'll already have one! It's going to be more expensive right now, but you'll save money in the long run.
Get bibs too. LOTS of bibs. You'll probably use a clean one for every meal as your baby gets old enough to eat stuff other than milk.
Teething rings are handy. They're these little soft-plastic things filled with water that you freeze. When your child is teething, you take them out of the freezer and they suck/chew on them. The cold soothes their gums better than anything.What do all new parents need as far as supplies for the baby?
You're right about the basics (crib, mattress, bedding, etc.). You definitely want to purchase items that can be used after babyhood and into adulthood. I've found a great item that is called a combo dresser. It has some features of a changing table, yet it looks like a dresser. Storage for this item is great. In my opinion, you really don't need a changing table and a dresser...one item can serve as both!
This is all I have ever needed for an infant:
a car seat
long sleeve and short sleeve shirts (we EC, but you're probably not, so onesies and footie pjs)
diapers (or if you EC just some undies or flatfolds)
blankets
socks
a mei tai carrier or ring sling
We don't use any of the other crap that everyone thinks they have to have (like cribs, swings, changing tables, high chairs, on and on and on)
Really a place for clothes, and a bed which will probably be with you for a while really is good right now. You will be surprised how much of the extra stuff you don't use. Other things, make sure you have diapers, wipes, dr brown or avent bottles, gas drops is a big one, infant tylenol, and a thermometer. People also forget the little things. A baby tub.
I went all out on getting things when I was pregnant and half of the things I didn't use. Start with the basics and as you see you need things buy them but I would save them money before you buy everything.
Some must haves:
clothes
Car seat
diapers/ wipes
bottles or brest pump!
lotion
baby wash
blankets
spit up rags
oh and try to get as much sleep as you can now!!! good luck and congrats!!!
bedding (bed, mattress, sheets etc)
clothes in 00000 0000 000 you dont know what size he'll be and when he gets bigger its good to have some backup clothes
nappies
wipes
pram
change table or mat
baby bath + supplies
a toy that plays music
and thats it really for the basics if your baby needs anything else he'll let you know, i bought all this baby lotion and baby powder and i havent used it
essentials are -
bottles and steralising equipment (if your bottle feeding obvz nuffin if your not) warm new born clothing. bibs. soothers if you want to use them. moses basket/crib/cot. baby bath or bath support for big bath. towels. nappies, nappy cream, changing mat, bouncy chair, pushchair, car seat (most hospitals wont let you out with out one) lots of blankets and bedding. i brought evrything for our baby in stages i had essintails first then brought things such as highchair, cot mobile, toys, bigger clothing when it was needed i foud this a lot easier.. hope this helps and good luck xx
breasts, car seat, some clothes suitable to weather, diapers, sling or carrier of some sort.
*is it because I said breasts first that I get a thumbs down, or is it because I didn't list all the stuff that is a waste of money like a crib, change table, blah blah blah?
A car seat is the number one item you will need. Onesies, pajamas, socks, bottles, blankets and of course a lot of LOVE!
diapers
diaper rash cream
shampoo
lotion
q-tips
baby wipes
bottles
bottle washer
there is a lot more than just furniture!!
Baby bed (bassinet or crib)
Baby bedding
Mattress
Clothing
Diapers
Wipes
Car seat
Baby bath tub
Swing
Bouncer
I couldnt live without his swing.
A diaper genie!!!!!! We got my aunt one for her baby shower and she says that is one of the best presents she got at that party.
Lots and lots and lots of wet wipes and diapers and baby powder.
You should get lots of soft, fleecy blankets that are crib-sized so you'll have plenty of extra clean ones, should the blankets in the crib get dirty frequently-- and they probably will.
As for the crib, i recommend those ones that change from a crib to a small bed. That way, when you're child gets old enough for a ';big boy/girl bed'; you'll already have one! It's going to be more expensive right now, but you'll save money in the long run.
Get bibs too. LOTS of bibs. You'll probably use a clean one for every meal as your baby gets old enough to eat stuff other than milk.
Teething rings are handy. They're these little soft-plastic things filled with water that you freeze. When your child is teething, you take them out of the freezer and they suck/chew on them. The cold soothes their gums better than anything.What do all new parents need as far as supplies for the baby?
You're right about the basics (crib, mattress, bedding, etc.). You definitely want to purchase items that can be used after babyhood and into adulthood. I've found a great item that is called a combo dresser. It has some features of a changing table, yet it looks like a dresser. Storage for this item is great. In my opinion, you really don't need a changing table and a dresser...one item can serve as both!
This is all I have ever needed for an infant:
a car seat
long sleeve and short sleeve shirts (we EC, but you're probably not, so onesies and footie pjs)
diapers (or if you EC just some undies or flatfolds)
blankets
socks
a mei tai carrier or ring sling
We don't use any of the other crap that everyone thinks they have to have (like cribs, swings, changing tables, high chairs, on and on and on)
Really a place for clothes, and a bed which will probably be with you for a while really is good right now. You will be surprised how much of the extra stuff you don't use. Other things, make sure you have diapers, wipes, dr brown or avent bottles, gas drops is a big one, infant tylenol, and a thermometer. People also forget the little things. A baby tub.
I went all out on getting things when I was pregnant and half of the things I didn't use. Start with the basics and as you see you need things buy them but I would save them money before you buy everything.
Some must haves:
clothes
Car seat
diapers/ wipes
bottles or brest pump!
lotion
baby wash
blankets
spit up rags
oh and try to get as much sleep as you can now!!! good luck and congrats!!!
bedding (bed, mattress, sheets etc)
clothes in 00000 0000 000 you dont know what size he'll be and when he gets bigger its good to have some backup clothes
nappies
wipes
pram
change table or mat
baby bath + supplies
a toy that plays music
and thats it really for the basics if your baby needs anything else he'll let you know, i bought all this baby lotion and baby powder and i havent used it
essentials are -
bottles and steralising equipment (if your bottle feeding obvz nuffin if your not) warm new born clothing. bibs. soothers if you want to use them. moses basket/crib/cot. baby bath or bath support for big bath. towels. nappies, nappy cream, changing mat, bouncy chair, pushchair, car seat (most hospitals wont let you out with out one) lots of blankets and bedding. i brought evrything for our baby in stages i had essintails first then brought things such as highchair, cot mobile, toys, bigger clothing when it was needed i foud this a lot easier.. hope this helps and good luck xx
breasts, car seat, some clothes suitable to weather, diapers, sling or carrier of some sort.
*is it because I said breasts first that I get a thumbs down, or is it because I didn't list all the stuff that is a waste of money like a crib, change table, blah blah blah?
A car seat is the number one item you will need. Onesies, pajamas, socks, bottles, blankets and of course a lot of LOVE!
diapers
diaper rash cream
shampoo
lotion
q-tips
baby wipes
bottles
bottle washer
there is a lot more than just furniture!!
Baby bed (bassinet or crib)
Baby bedding
Mattress
Clothing
Diapers
Wipes
Car seat
Baby bath tub
Swing
Bouncer
I couldnt live without his swing.
I was wondering if you could find out if a noncustodial parents taxes havebeen offset.?
I wanted to know if I should be expecting a payment for my child from the noncustodial parent,from a tax offset. Is there any information available to tell you when, and if you will receive it ?I was wondering if you could find out if a noncustodial parents taxes havebeen offset.?
There is an IRS number with an automatic service to check on offsets but it is illegal for anybody except the taxpayer themselves to use it to check on themselves.I was wondering if you could find out if a noncustodial parents taxes havebeen offset.?
Search irs.gov for the offset number you need to contact. You will have to give your SS# for security purposes.ink refills
There is an IRS number with an automatic service to check on offsets but it is illegal for anybody except the taxpayer themselves to use it to check on themselves.I was wondering if you could find out if a noncustodial parents taxes havebeen offset.?
Search irs.gov for the offset number you need to contact. You will have to give your SS# for security purposes.
What do you think about minors being given birth control without their parents' consent?
I have to do a research project with a topic that had limited resources. Despite that, the topic of whether or not minors should be allowed to get birth control on their own intrigues me. What do you all think about this idea and why? Are you for it, against it? It doesn't matter what you decide to say.What do you think about minors being given birth control without their parents' consent?
on one hand they are acting responsible for their actions on the other, they are children and parents should have a say on what the child does, it might be against parents wishes to have their child get on the pill and they have a right to control that. it goes both ways....i am FOR parental rights and against children going behind their parents backWhat do you think about minors being given birth control without their parents' consent?
I think it's about time!
There are too many so-called ';parents'; out there who live in abject denial of sexuality, and believe that THEIR CHILDREN would never participate in anything sexual.
These are the young people who need help, since their parents are either too deeply in denial, too uptight about sex to discuss it, or totally in the dark.
If parents would have realistic discussions with their kids about sexuality, there would be no need for minors to seek out birth control on their own.
It's either that or STD's, pregnancy, and sometimes even death.
Parents: What do you want for YOUR child???
I'm actually against it. Sure it would prevent unwanted pregnancy and help stunt the spread of STD's blah blah blah. But in all honesty, no measure taken can stop teenage sex. I say just let them make their choices and reap what they sow. Nothing better than bitter regret to knock some sense into people. And of course it's an early warning sign to parents to let them know there is a major flaw in their parenting when their kid comes home pregnant or impregnated somebody.
I think minors should not be given birth control without their parents consent, if a law is established that all minors have to have parental consent to have sex, and if they fail to do so they will be deported to Afghanistan.
Should be illegal
The parents need to know what meds the child is taking and the state should not usurp parents rights..
Unless of course the state wants to take ownership of all children and pay for all their needs until they are 18.
Anyone who interferes in the birth control of another person gets the honor of paying the child support until the child is of legal age in my view.
If they are old enough to be having consensual sex, they are old enough to be given access to birth control. Withholding birth control does not stop sex - it just makes it riskier.
I think it's abhorrent. Parent's should be in control of their children, not schools or clinics. They are condoning illicit and often illegal behavior.
Minors have sex without their parent's consent. So, what's the alternative? A lot of unwanted pregnancies.
I am for it 100%, anything to reduce teenage pregnancy in this country
I'm all for it. We have too many people on this planet as it is.
its embarrassing to talk to there parents about it and what if there parents says no and they end up pregnant then what
on one hand they are acting responsible for their actions on the other, they are children and parents should have a say on what the child does, it might be against parents wishes to have their child get on the pill and they have a right to control that. it goes both ways....i am FOR parental rights and against children going behind their parents backWhat do you think about minors being given birth control without their parents' consent?
I think it's about time!
There are too many so-called ';parents'; out there who live in abject denial of sexuality, and believe that THEIR CHILDREN would never participate in anything sexual.
These are the young people who need help, since their parents are either too deeply in denial, too uptight about sex to discuss it, or totally in the dark.
If parents would have realistic discussions with their kids about sexuality, there would be no need for minors to seek out birth control on their own.
It's either that or STD's, pregnancy, and sometimes even death.
Parents: What do you want for YOUR child???
I'm actually against it. Sure it would prevent unwanted pregnancy and help stunt the spread of STD's blah blah blah. But in all honesty, no measure taken can stop teenage sex. I say just let them make their choices and reap what they sow. Nothing better than bitter regret to knock some sense into people. And of course it's an early warning sign to parents to let them know there is a major flaw in their parenting when their kid comes home pregnant or impregnated somebody.
I think minors should not be given birth control without their parents consent, if a law is established that all minors have to have parental consent to have sex, and if they fail to do so they will be deported to Afghanistan.
Should be illegal
The parents need to know what meds the child is taking and the state should not usurp parents rights..
Unless of course the state wants to take ownership of all children and pay for all their needs until they are 18.
Anyone who interferes in the birth control of another person gets the honor of paying the child support until the child is of legal age in my view.
If they are old enough to be having consensual sex, they are old enough to be given access to birth control. Withholding birth control does not stop sex - it just makes it riskier.
I think it's abhorrent. Parent's should be in control of their children, not schools or clinics. They are condoning illicit and often illegal behavior.
Minors have sex without their parent's consent. So, what's the alternative? A lot of unwanted pregnancies.
I am for it 100%, anything to reduce teenage pregnancy in this country
I'm all for it. We have too many people on this planet as it is.
its embarrassing to talk to there parents about it and what if there parents says no and they end up pregnant then what
What age does a child cease being a dependant on the parents tax return if the child is not in school?
If a child is over 18, employed, but still living at home, not in school, can the parent still claim him as a dependant on their tax return?What age does a child cease being a dependant on the parents tax return if the child is not in school?
If a child is a full-time student, living at home, a parent can claim this child until 24 years old.
Since he is not in school, working, 18 years old - probably not.What age does a child cease being a dependant on the parents tax return if the child is not in school?
no they can not he is over 18 and working
my little sis is in the same situation, except in college, my mom still claims her. but idk... as long as no one is double claiming i suppose it could go forever, or until 21. thats when child support ends so possibly 21
He is no longer a 'qualifying child' but if he lives at home and his parents provide more than half of his support, he is still a 'dependant'. He needs to file his taxes as a dependant, thus surrendering his personal exemption to claim any refund due to overpayment of his federal taxes that were withheld from his paychecks.
When he earns his own money over $600 and he has to do his own tax filing. I would check it anyway, just call or pick up the filing instructions. I know a child can be on their parents insurance for hospital %26amp; medical until the age of 25 if he is still in school. But I guess that depends on the policy or the state you live in.
If a child is a full-time student, living at home, a parent can claim this child until 24 years old.
Since he is not in school, working, 18 years old - probably not.What age does a child cease being a dependant on the parents tax return if the child is not in school?
no they can not he is over 18 and working
my little sis is in the same situation, except in college, my mom still claims her. but idk... as long as no one is double claiming i suppose it could go forever, or until 21. thats when child support ends so possibly 21
He is no longer a 'qualifying child' but if he lives at home and his parents provide more than half of his support, he is still a 'dependant'. He needs to file his taxes as a dependant, thus surrendering his personal exemption to claim any refund due to overpayment of his federal taxes that were withheld from his paychecks.
When he earns his own money over $600 and he has to do his own tax filing. I would check it anyway, just call or pick up the filing instructions. I know a child can be on their parents insurance for hospital %26amp; medical until the age of 25 if he is still in school. But I guess that depends on the policy or the state you live in.
What made you decide to take your life back from abusive, incompetent parents?
I know quite a few adults in their late 20's or early 30's who start to see their parents as humans rather than a role model/authority figure. Many realize that their parents psychologically and emotionally abused them and are still doing it.
Maybe your parents discouraged your aspirations and now you live with low self-esteem, an unsatisfying career; your actions based on fear and self-doubt. If this has happened to you, please describe what made you decide ';enough!' and what gave you the strength to take your power back?What made you decide to take your life back from abusive, incompetent parents?
I think you hit the nail on the head yourself.
One day you realize they are a person,, another human being. Not just a role model/ authority figure.
I eventually ';grew'; up,, for some that takes longer then others with thoes parents lording over you. But they are just people not Gods %26amp; they dont ';own'; me. I begin to learn alot about my parents own childhood %26amp; abuses %26amp; after being so mad at them for so long I pitied them ';both';. One for the abuse the other for allowing it. And that was enough for me,, that was the end of the abuse loop snipped clean %26amp; dead.
My son knows his grandparents %26amp; I am civil to them. He will never be allowed to be unsupervised with them %26amp; any advise they give me on raising kids is kicked out with the trash. I have no self-doubt when I look at my son's eyes %26amp; smile, when I hear him laugh %26amp; giggle. I have all the strength in the world %26amp; I will give it to him to be a strong young healthy boy to live his life the way he would choose. I used to dream of having a Mommy that would. Now I am his. That is my strength.What made you decide to take your life back from abusive, incompetent parents?
I Started ';getting the power back'; when I was 15 I am 23 now and we get along great. My strength came from a desire to get out of my parents house. My mom was kind of a control freak and it drove me crazy. I had all the time in the world ( because she grounded me all the time) to think about stuff. I finally started using logical psychological games against my parents to get what I wanted out of them. It worked.
Maybe your parents discouraged your aspirations and now you live with low self-esteem, an unsatisfying career; your actions based on fear and self-doubt. If this has happened to you, please describe what made you decide ';enough!' and what gave you the strength to take your power back?What made you decide to take your life back from abusive, incompetent parents?
I think you hit the nail on the head yourself.
One day you realize they are a person,, another human being. Not just a role model/ authority figure.
I eventually ';grew'; up,, for some that takes longer then others with thoes parents lording over you. But they are just people not Gods %26amp; they dont ';own'; me. I begin to learn alot about my parents own childhood %26amp; abuses %26amp; after being so mad at them for so long I pitied them ';both';. One for the abuse the other for allowing it. And that was enough for me,, that was the end of the abuse loop snipped clean %26amp; dead.
My son knows his grandparents %26amp; I am civil to them. He will never be allowed to be unsupervised with them %26amp; any advise they give me on raising kids is kicked out with the trash. I have no self-doubt when I look at my son's eyes %26amp; smile, when I hear him laugh %26amp; giggle. I have all the strength in the world %26amp; I will give it to him to be a strong young healthy boy to live his life the way he would choose. I used to dream of having a Mommy that would. Now I am his. That is my strength.What made you decide to take your life back from abusive, incompetent parents?
I Started ';getting the power back'; when I was 15 I am 23 now and we get along great. My strength came from a desire to get out of my parents house. My mom was kind of a control freak and it drove me crazy. I had all the time in the world ( because she grounded me all the time) to think about stuff. I finally started using logical psychological games against my parents to get what I wanted out of them. It worked.
How can I make parents comfortable with the idea of me watching their baby, when I don't have that experience?
I have been babysitting for about 5 years now, but I have never cared for a child younger than 6 years old. I really want the experience of caring for infants and toddlers, but (obviously) no one wants a someone to watch their baby when they don't have that experience. What can I say to assure them I will be sensitive to the needs of their child?How can I make parents comfortable with the idea of me watching their baby, when I don't have that experience?
Not sure if there is anything you really can do. Once parents, especially mothers make up their mind about the care of their infants, especially if they are a first time parent, they usually stick to it.
You can give them written references from your past employers stating what you did, how well you did, how the children loved you, etc.
Have you taken any babysitting courses? If not, you could do that too. They may feel alot better knowing you had taken classes and know cpr.
Other than that, besides begging, i don't think there is much you can do.How can I make parents comfortable with the idea of me watching their baby, when I don't have that experience?
You can't convince them because no parent will believe you are TRULY capable of caring for an infant the exact way it needs to be cared for if they've never done it before. They know because becoming a parent is a real eye opener! The only thing you can do is gain experience through family members or maybe friends- help out with their children if they have babies until they feel comfortable with leaving you alone with him/her. Consider it OJT (On the Job Training). I would never leave you alone with my baby. It's hard enough finding someone who actually has taken care of an infant before that you can feel comfortable with let alone someone who hasn't.
volunteer to help out while they are home as a ';mothers helper.'; This is a good way to get experience and the parent feels comfortable because they are still close by. After a while of doing this for a few families, you will be able to say you have experience working with infants and toddlers, and hopefully have some great references as well.
well you need the experience, are the parents in your family?if so, then it shouldnt be a problem to say to them what you have said to us on here, they prob will let you take the baby for an hour or so to begin with to see how you go.
if its strangers and you are goin to do this as a proffesion then you need qualifications, so get yourself to college and whilst there u usually have out of college work once a week, say at a nursery to get hands on experience too.
good luck
Go over and help them care for thier child while they are home. That way they can teach you how they do things and see they you would do a good job.
Not sure if there is anything you really can do. Once parents, especially mothers make up their mind about the care of their infants, especially if they are a first time parent, they usually stick to it.
You can give them written references from your past employers stating what you did, how well you did, how the children loved you, etc.
Have you taken any babysitting courses? If not, you could do that too. They may feel alot better knowing you had taken classes and know cpr.
Other than that, besides begging, i don't think there is much you can do.How can I make parents comfortable with the idea of me watching their baby, when I don't have that experience?
You can't convince them because no parent will believe you are TRULY capable of caring for an infant the exact way it needs to be cared for if they've never done it before. They know because becoming a parent is a real eye opener! The only thing you can do is gain experience through family members or maybe friends- help out with their children if they have babies until they feel comfortable with leaving you alone with him/her. Consider it OJT (On the Job Training). I would never leave you alone with my baby. It's hard enough finding someone who actually has taken care of an infant before that you can feel comfortable with let alone someone who hasn't.
volunteer to help out while they are home as a ';mothers helper.'; This is a good way to get experience and the parent feels comfortable because they are still close by. After a while of doing this for a few families, you will be able to say you have experience working with infants and toddlers, and hopefully have some great references as well.
well you need the experience, are the parents in your family?if so, then it shouldnt be a problem to say to them what you have said to us on here, they prob will let you take the baby for an hour or so to begin with to see how you go.
if its strangers and you are goin to do this as a proffesion then you need qualifications, so get yourself to college and whilst there u usually have out of college work once a week, say at a nursery to get hands on experience too.
good luck
Go over and help them care for thier child while they are home. That way they can teach you how they do things and see they you would do a good job.
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