Is using a pacifier a good idea?
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Depends on the age of the child.  newborn I would day no.  My son spat his out when he was 6 months old and never wanted it back... I guess I was fortunate. There is nothing worse than seeing a child of 3ish walking around with a soother in it's mouth.
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i have lots of soft toys and the eldest is about 12 years old.\nstill in good condition cos i put it all in a box and i cleaned it once in a while.\nthere's no way i'm giving away all of them, not even to my kids. each of them tells a story.
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you sure can -  i would just make sure you have been around the age of the child you are going to sit for and know some first aid tips - CPR is always a good one to know you can take a first aid class in just a few hours on a Saturday - however this isn't necessary- but if you are sitting an infant make sure you know how to change diapers and feed them detail stuff like that  - and just be responsible and use your noggin and you should do great!!
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I would not recommend this method due to the side effects that can occur. There are other ways to try and induce labor which are much safer, if you are already at term. These include nipple stimulation, walking, eating spicy food, and sex with your partner ejaculating. Visualization also works.  I do not even recommend it to my personal clients.
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i think if it helps you to relax durring a proceedure it might be useful. but your face is such a small area to work around, and with the headphone wires yuo run the risk of him being tangled, which slows him down and becomes irritating. I would ask him if it would bother him, or get in the way of his work.\n\nUsually people go to the same dentist for years, if this is the case you should have a little bit of a repore with him, and asking wouldnt be that uncomfortable, and he should feel secure enough to tell you no.\n\nIdealy you would be able to sit in the chair quietly without your ipod, and not even need to ask to use it. esspecially if its just a regular check up. \n\nif you feel strongly that you must have it, ask him about it in a prior visit.
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A lot of these say for teddy bears, but you can adapt. When I did a hibernation/bears theme w/my 3-5s, I made a cave by covering a table. The children made bear masks and it made for many hours of dramatic play as the children wore their masks and pretended to be bears. \n\nJust have to say that I'd avoid the marshmallows (choking hazard) and toothpicks (dangerous in the hands of 2 year olds, especially). \n\nhttp://www.angelfire.com/dc/childsplay/tbear_theme.htm\n\nhttp://www.childfun.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=74\n\nhttp://www.dltk-kids.com/crafts/teddy/crafts.html
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I'm not certain, but I don't think so. I think we have to buy those things ourselves. If he's in therapy, you could ask the therapist. Unfortunately we still have a long way to go on sensory issues being taken seriously by insurance companies, etc. You can check for them on ebay and maybe get them cheaper. You can also make an equivelant one yourself, fairly inexpensively. Just go somewhere like Toys R Us, or look online, for beanbags, the little ones. Then sew them onto a regular blanket. This also gives you more control than buying one, because you can adjust the weight to fit your child's individual needs!
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From one special needs mom to another....you don't\nYou didn't mention what types of issues your child has  or your child's age but for most special needs children mouthing is a sensory issue ie they do it because it is soothing or helps them focus. Have a set of things that are okay to mouth and if they are mouthing something else give them one of the okay items. Since this may be a comfort issue for your child try not to make a big deal out of it as anxiety will increase the behavior my son finally stopped when he was about 4. If this is a major concern for you talk to a occupational therapist that specializes in working with sensory issues they will have lots of good ideas \nGood Luck\n\nBTW in most states it is considered child abuse to put pepper sauce on anything and give it to a child to break behaviors so please be aware if you choose to try something like this
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At his age, he could probably be a good candidate for a simple surgical proceedure that could take care of it. If that doesn't work out, he will need to be fitted for a CPAP, but many of the newer versions are very small and don't get in the way. Have him discuss it with his doctor.
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My only experience with this is in wound care.  I can't really think of anything it could offer a child with developmental delays.  If the person recommending this isn't an M.D. or similar, be really, really carful to read as much as possible before you invest a fortune.
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yes you should use it. but be care full maybe limit the docege to about 5 times a day.
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Yes - if it interferes with the learning experience. For example, a child who has sensory integration disorder may have a hard time focusing if he is made to sit still. Under IDEA, that child should be provided with a balance seat to help him concentrate. Or a child may need OT or ST to help with other aspects of the sensory integration. The parent may need to bring up all the ways this disorder is affecting their child to get the help they need, but it is worth the effort. Good luck!
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As the mother of a small child, I would suggest putting up some of them now, a little at a time.  That way it's not quite so overstimulating as having everything out at once, and it's much easier on you doing it a little at a time as well.
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I was told by my babies doctor for him to sleep on his stomach, but in his case he had an apnea monitor and the risk of sids wasn't the issue he has severe gerd. However, if u have an apnea monitor its okay, otherwise back is the best till they roll themselves
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It doesnt need to be something expensive. A 3 yrs old can play with anything it can see or interact with. YOu can even use a tupperware :P People think using baby einstein or mozart helps a child grow smarter but its the same thing as any other product.
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After having our little girl, my boyfriend and I have a hard time getting private time together considering he has a full time job and I work part time. So we plan a day off together as a family day one week, then the next week we get a sitter, which is either his mom or my mom, and go out to eat or dance, or both. Also, I keep a small tote in my bathroom with tiny candles, massage oil, bath beads, ect.. for myself when i need to relax after my little girl goes to sleep. Maybe you could use one of your own for some night when the both of you are home and the kids are in bed, maybe just share a hot relaxing bath together? I hope these ideas help.
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It is over use that would be bad.\nUsed correctly it does the job it is intended to do. \nIt is best not to use it before going straight to bed as it can damage the teeth if left on overnight. \nYou can gargle with a dilution for sore troats. But I would recommend salt water for general use - as it is fair cheap and it works. \nGood brushing is the top priority - a clean tongue - massage the gums. \nIf you need to continually use listerine I would see a Doctor or Dentist to find out what the cause of the problem is.