Hi, My daughter is just about done Horizons Math 2. Is it really necessary for her to know how to write roman numerals into arabic numbers and vice versa? I understand the need to read them to maybe 100, but 5,348? Is this even done in the public schools? I don't want to waste time and I've noticed that it is in the final test. Any opinions? Thanks!

Nope! not here. My fourth was the longest "overdue." She was 13 days late and even then I had my waters popped. My last 3 were all 1 hour labors from first contraction to birth. All the midwives in my medical group were all on high alert when I was nearing my due date! :001_smile: I think that it is safe to say that it is different for every expectant mom.

I totally understand where you are coming from. I, too, have been long time supporters of GFA and other missions organizations. I think that the first thing we all need to remember is the story of the widow's mite. Truly, God does look at the heart, not the amount. If our hearts are giving out of guilt, I don't believe that is what God wants. Should we give? Of course! But our hearts need to be in the right place as well. I do believe that God wants us to give generously, but also joyously. I know that I didn't give any really practical points, but I just wanted to share what I have learned as I have gone through the same questions. :)

I've been drinking water and milk kefir for a few days now. I started as a bit of a skeptic, but I truly have noticed a reduction of my sugar cravings. Anyone else? I'm just wondering if this is real or a psychological nudge.

Thank you for your reminder at the end of your post. I once had a desire to volunteer in adult literacy before I had kids and started homeschooling. I will need to revisit the possibility of volunteering.

My ds5 has started whining... a lot. I know that this isn't unusual behavior, but he never was much of a whiner before. I know that whining can become a very bad habit. Heck, I know a lot of adult who are still whiners/complainers. I'm worried that this is going to become a bad habit or a character issue. How can I get him over this incessant whining? It is beginning to sound or feel like fingernails screeching over a chalkboard. Any successful turn around stories? What did you do to improve this problem in your own kids?

Someday I'm going to muster the energy to make Kim Chee. The chili sauce part of it looks intimidating. Nah, don't worry about it. Kimchi is easy to make! I make different kinds regularly. The fermention of vegetables is pretty foreign to people in the USA, but it's really easy.

Have you tried probiotics? I believe that real foods are better than the supplements. I eat a lot of probiotics in food and it made a huge difference during the last cold/flu season. My kids would get sick, but I never did. Or if I did, it would be so much milder than their symptoms. My kids refuse to eat the fermented products that I do.

I'm sure that there are a variety of reasons. However, I've thought of inviting my current pastor and his family over, but never did. My reason is that his wife is always saying how busy they are with all of their activities and family obligations. I just assume that she would not want to come over. In my previous church, I invited my pastor and his family over. They just declined, saying that they were too busy. I was a bit hurt. I mean, if a person would like to spend time with you, they will try to find an alternate time, right? Have you thought of initiating some activities? I believe that many people would like to spend time with others and have some fun activities, but they don't want to initiate.

I tried it last year. It's not bad, but it's not a type of noodle that most americans are used to. It might work in an asian recipe. It was on the expensive side though.

:iagree:with all the above. But about the burning fingers, try rubbing toothpaste on them. It seemed to work.

I have had 4 babies with a midwife in the hospital. The last 3 were all late and I was GBS+ with the last two. With my last baby, I went into the hospital at 13 days "overdue." I had my 2 rounds of antibiotics for the GBS+ and then my midwife popped my water and I went into labor immediately. I was also effaced and dialated like you mentioned. Personally, I would push back. I don't see why you need pitocin unless your water is popped and you are not progressing. If you are very uncomfortable with her, maybe you could ask to speak to one of the doctors? The need to medically control everything is one of the reasons why I decided to use a midwife for my pregnancies and deliveries. Best of luck to you!

I have no experience of giving birth with an epidural, but I have given birth naturally (without any meds/epidural/pitocin) 4 times. All I can say is if you go natural, there is no way that you cannot push and there is absolutely no twiddling of thumbs! The urge to push is incredibly overwhelming and instinctual. Best of luck to you!

Have you had him evaluated for speech delays? 2.5 is a really tough age. Do not give up your dreams of having a larger family because of your son's difficulties. In terms of food, offer what you eat, but reduce the spices/salt. Kids that age don't generally like large chunks of meat. Does he have all of his teeth? Make sure to avoid juices and sugary drinks because they will reduce appetite. Offer him cut up pieces of soft fruits and vegetables to begin as well. A short attention span is pretty typical of that age, but if you have any concerns have him evaluated. It would be better to ease your mind than to constantly worry about his development. Do you have any support groups or play groups that you attend? It would be good to have support/company at this difficult age for both yourself and your son. Good luck!

I totally feel your pain. I had 4 kids in 5 1/2 years. My DH works long hours like yours. Man, after my 4th was born, it was really rough. I thought that I was going to lose it. All I can say is, "hang in there!" Everyday, pray for strength. If you mess up, forgive yourself, ask your kids for forgiveness and move on. It will get better! Also, keep chores and meals as simple as you can. Can you train your older ones to do more around the house? Your oldest is probably old enough to get simple meals and snack on the table. Best of luck.

My dd7 currently has one. She is currently undergoing the headgear/chin cup to fix an underbite. She never complained at all about it. She says it feels "tight." I needed one when I was a kid and instead went through the usual 3 years of braces. I really wish that the palate extender was a normal orthodontic procedure when I was a kid. I don't know about the nose bleeds. Concerning the other issues, tell your son, he will thank you when he is an adult.

Thanks! I think the soup/stew idea is the one i'll go with. And dessert is a given, right? :001_smile:

Thanks! I think the soup/stew idea is the one i'll go with. And dessert is a given, right? :001_smile:

Hi, If you were recovering from a major surgery, what kind of meals would you like to receive for you and your family? When I make meals for others, I usually do pasta, but maybe that is getting old? Thanks!

No, Muslims and Christians do not worship the same God. Muslims do not believe Jesus to be God nor do they believe in the Trinity. It might have been addressed here, but would it be accurate to say that Muslims and Jews worship the same god?

Could I get that recipe? Luckily for my baby, she has a mommy that likes to cook and bake. :001_smile: I would really love to try this recipe for her.

Oooh! I am praying (literally here) that she will outgrow her allergies. I have not researched allergies at all. What is going on with our children's generation and food allergies? It seems like almost every family I know has a child with some kind of food allergy. When I was growing up, I had never even heard of food allergies. Seriously.

Oh! They don't rub it in the baby's face. They just say things like, "wow, this is really yummy. Thanks for making this pizza." But now she understands what they are saying. That is all. I would never allow my children to be rude to one another. Are soy cheeses any good? Just curious. I am thankful that she can have soy, at least. I have never seen coconut yogurt. Would I get that at Whole Foods? I don't know if it is cute or sad. When the 3 others get ice cream in a cone, she gets the cone only. It looks sort of pathetic. Thanks for the ideas! I will try the soy cheese idea. It just seems so strange.

Hi, How do I deal with this? My youngest, who is only 1 1/2, is already beginning to realize that she is not being offered the same foods and the other kids. She is not happy about this at all. She is allergic to dairy. So what do others do about this situation? I don't see it as an option to not bring dairy into the house. I rely on dairy for calcium and protein for my other kids. What works in your homes? I have found that pizza is the hardest for her. The kids love it and make a lot of comments about how great it tastes. When she hears this and I refuse the pizza for her, she gets upset. I feel badly about doing this to her. What to do?

Hi, My dd7 had thick hair to the middle of her back. Please, please tell me when will she be able to do a good job of washing and rinsing her hair on her own? I know that I could solve this problem if we cut it off, but her hair so so beautiful! Well, okay this is really not an important question, but I would still like to know that I won't be washing her hair when she is a teenager. :001_smile: