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Teething

I don’t have a clue what to look for in teething, Lila is showing all the signs, dribbling, chewing on everything, whenever I put my finger in her mouth to have a feel she bites down, can anyone tell me if she’s teething?

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Leap 6 whining

My LO is going through a really fussy period. Will whine all day but ok if I pick her up. Not eating much! She has been poorly and a tooth is cutting but is anyone in the same boat? Just need some solidarity as feel like I’m losing the plot!

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Potty training

Is anyone planning on potty training or attempting to over the summer? My little boy will tell me sometimes he’s having a poo and wants his nappy changing not sure if this is enough of a sign to attempt? I’ve been when the weather has been nice putting the potty out with us and letting him have his nappy off but he...

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Teething or normal?

Baby girl has started drooling ALOT and chewing on everything she can chew. Thought it was normal development stage but shes also started rubbing her ears and being clingy/fussy Had a look and see this? Does it look like teething or do baby gums just look like that😂😂

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Is this normal??

My daughter will be 3 next week. She has been going to the potty but only when she is told to go. At one point she was telling me when she had to but now she starts to get emotional and fussy every-time I tell her to go. She stays dry at daycare, the only times she uses it on herself is when she takes naps. How do I...

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Teething

So I have been in denial about my little one teething for a while now as I’ve thought it’s too early and also I know it’s developmentally normal for them to explore hands etc. however this last few days, it has been CONSTANT hands in his mouth… his sleeves are soaking, I’m having to change him 3 times a day as the d...

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Diapers

My daughter is 2 years old and 40 pounds and not potty training yet. She is wearing size 8 diapers but it’s tight on her hips and uncomfortable. I can’t find any other diapers in a bigger size. Would pull up training pants work the same way as a diaper does? I see they have much bigger sizes but I’m not sure if it w...

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Potty

What potties are people buying? Not planning anytime soon but wanted to know for when I do!

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moms I need some advice

I’m trying to potty train my 3year old son, we had a good day yesterday, no underwear but still only 1 accident, but today we tried underwear and all day he’s been having accidents. Please send tips and advice to help this momma out

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How to potty train a 3 year old ??

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Peeing when I run

I am over a year PP now and have been running for a while without any issues. Recently, since increasing my distance and frequency I have noticed I occasionally pee which I’m mortified about! I’m guessing I’ll need to speak with my gp? I’m aware of kegel exercises but I think I want to know a bit more about it. H...

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Fussy

Any tips my son is 4months old. He is teething. But out of nowhere he seems like I can’t even put him down in his swing or lay him down without him crying but when I pick him up and put him up over my shoulders where his head is up he stops crying and is okay. Idk if it’s because he’s teething ? Or if something I’m ...

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Potty training

My boy is 16.5 months and is starting to show signs of potty training. He will point and pull at his nappy any time he does a wee or a poo saying “dirty” and try and pull it off. He watches me go to toilet and tries to copy. How do people go about training when working/little one is in nursery? I work 3 days a week...

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Potty training help

My little one has been potty trained for best part of 12 months now, however we can’t seem to get poos on the toilet down! I’ve tried all the usual sticker charts, choosing a potty, choosing pants… but it’s always a poo in the pants 😞 does anyone have any advice?!

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Teething rash?

So my LO has had bits of a rash over the past few days underneath his chin, chest and it’s spread behind his ear and at the back of his neck now. It’s really red and bumpy and I’ve had to put mittens on him to stop him from itching it. I’ve tried coconut oil and Vaseline which hasn’t worked. It’s not a different kin...

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Baby teethers

I recently bought some teethers and rattle which are mixed silicone and wood. Has anyone got any suggestions on how to sanitise them. Don’t want to risk washing as I’m worried the wood may not be suitable to get wet. Wish I thought of this before buying 😂

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