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My Almost Year-Old Baby Refuses to Eat Anything Other Than Baby Food: Advice
Advice, Food, Parenting

My Almost Year-Old Baby Refuses to Eat Anything Other Than Baby Food: Advice?

A mom writes in asking for advice about her 11-month-old baby who, she says, refuses to eat any food other than baby food. She has tried a ton of different baby-safe foods, but nothing has taken. Her son will only eat baby food with cereal mixed in. If she gives him something else, like peas or eggs or banana, “he will gag until he makes himself throw up.” Do you have any advice for this mom?

My Partner Was Recently Diagnosed with ADD/ADHD: Any Advice?
Advice, Relationships

My Partner Was Recently Diagnosed with ADD/ADHD: Any Advice?

A mom writes in asking for advice about her partner, who is also the father of her child. She says he was recently diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder or Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD). It seems this news came as a surprise to this mom. She is asking for thoughts and advice from the community: Does anyone have advice to share about living with a partner with ADD/ADHD? Any words of wisdom?

I'm Potty Training My Toddler, and He's Terrified of Going Number Two on the Toilet: Advice?
Advice

I’m Potty Training My Toddler, and He’s Terrified of Going Number Two on the Toilet: Advice?

A mom writes in asking for advice about potty training. She says she is currently potty training her 3-year-old toddler, and though he’s doing well overall (with Number One, anyway), she says he is “terrified of going Number Two.” He explicitly says he is scared. She tries to coax him with prizes. But it isn’t taking. She says she is now on day three of him “holding it in,” and so she’d like some advice about ways she can encourage him.

I Am a Mom Who's Always Struggled with Depression Due to My Weight, But Things Have Gotten Very Bad Lately, and I Could Use Some Advice
Advice, Relationships

I Am a Mom Who’s Always Struggled with Depression Due to My Weight, But Things Have Gotten Very Bad Lately, and I Could Use Some Advice

A mom writes in asking for advice about dealing with depression. She says she is no stranger to depression: she’s always felt depressed about her weight. But lately, things have gotten worse. She constantly feels like a bad mom, a bad partner, and a bad daughter. A recent strain in her relationship with her mom may be part of the reason why she is feeling extra down. But she is turning to other moms for advice in dealing with depression. See what our community had to say below.

What Are the Best Tips to Keep My Kids Safe from Mosquitos and Other Bugs?
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What Are the Best Tips to Keep My Kids Safe from Mosquitos and Other Bugs?

A mom writes in asking for advice about keeping her kids safe from mosquitos and other bugs. She says her kids are constantly covered in mosquito bites, and though she has been using bug repellent spray, she doesn’t love the smell or the idea of putting chemicals on her kids’ skin. She is also in search of tips for keeping bees and wasps away. Any advice? Share it below!

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