Keef

He is a former informant for Keema, that's it really. She knows him, then when his mate gets bashed up, he offers to help her.

Breakfast round at nursing home, similar to Woof's experience. I was about 16 I think.

Couldn't be bothered reading this whole thread to be honest, because the 3rd post Basically sums it up for me. The bloke in charge of this group seems a total tool, and the planned march was very poor form. BUT, there should be a right to protest, and using these terrorism laws for pretty much anything they don't like, is giving this government (and any that follow) scary power.

We've tried routines, and baby just won't really have it. In the end we decided to just forget it, and I think we're all happier to be honest. But you are not alone!

Amen to that! Sorry, didn't mean to take anything personally. Do any other blokes post in the family room, this is a lively debate, and I think I'm the only one to jump in (perhaps foolishly).

And not even with an original idea. She updated The Worst Witch. I still quite like Harry Potter though :-$ but she annoys me, walking round like she's some sort of literary genius.

So tell me where I've said that parents following GF think that. I said, in my opinion, SHE thinks that. My problem is with her, and the fact she's not even qualified in child care or anything else. It is you who seem to be having a pop at everyone, even before I'd posted, you were using phrases like; Which to me is more aggressive than necessary in a discussion. I'm quite shocked by this thread, someone asked for opinions, and people have given them. They are varied, which is a good thing, but live and let live FFS.

Sorry, I was first to mention Arsenal, but it was only a joke.

There is probably a lot of truth in that, to be fair. Our daughter is coming up to 9 months, and we are similar. We have tried bedtime routines, but for one reason or another (some our fault I admit), they've never really lasted, and we just figure it's best to let her decide so long as she seems happy. That said, I hope in 6 months time when she's 15 months, she's decided to give herself a routine!!! I couldn't do CC whatever happens. NNot judging anyone who has, but just couldn't take that road.

For the record, mental health services in most areas are stretched beyond belief. I am still a huge advocate of "care" in the community though, just so long as it is actually there.

Wasn't trying to twist words Mockney, hence the "not sure if you're jesting", I obviously just misread your point.

R&A, I never said controlled crying was "a Gina thing", as Belle says, it was just an example of how experienced parents can still get lost and confused. I think you're somehow taking this a bit personally. I have said at least twice on this thread, that I believe in "each to their own", and if GF works for you, then great. Personally, I read a bit, and thought, no thanks.

Bumpkin, I agree with you that Clegg should have tried a few other books, and found what worked for them. However, I know a couple with 3 kids, who tried controlled crying with their second, and said it had them both in tears, but they'd felt it was the only option left to them (I don't think they lasted long with it). I guess even for second or third time parents, it can all be a mine field. Mrs Keef has read so many books, and sometimes I think we'd be better off just ploughing on and seeing what happened, but she'd always argue that it is best to get a full picture of different ideas, which I guess is better (and less lazy) than my idea :)

Exactly right, I wouldn't say "no no, that's too much", I'd take what they offered.

Surely this is an impossible generalisation though. 2 newborn babies can be as different as 2 adult humans. I'm no expert, just basing this on my limited experience with my daughter, and friend's babies.

I've not read all her books, but have read SOME of the main one (by main, I mean the really popular one). Didn't finish it though, because I couldn't read any more. Like I say, each to their own, just not for me or the wife.

Oh, and this isn't a football thread, so for those who are just jumping in and making it worse, stop it. The likes of *bob* and David are able to stick up for themselves, and if they find Atila that out of order, they can report him. Atila, you are getting a little bit overly angry about this though, it really doesn't matter that much.

This made me think of house prices. The same pile of bricks that was worth ?100k 15 years back, now "worth" ?400k, because someone is willing to pay that to live there. Like Ross or not, lots of people watch him, so the beeb must have believed it was "worth" paying him that much to bring in the viewers / listeners. Simple as.

It's about the length of A4, but not quite the width. It folds in to quarters long ways (that is how they present it). Then you can easily fold it over once more.

Can't tell if you're jesting here or not... You seem to be suggesting that a mentally ill person should not be allowed out in public... ? :-S

Nearly 9lbs, a good sized little girl. Congrats!

That could work. Mrs Keef was suggesting she take baby on transport, and I get cab with other friends travelling with us, and all the luggage. Think Mrs Keef wants to avoid taking the baby seat, but buggy strapped in may be the answer...

Hi Jane, I'm a qualified worker with visually impaired people, currently adults, but have a lot of experience with kids too. Feel free to PM me for advise or info. Linden Lodge is indeed a good school, although, I personally am a huge supporter of visually impaired kids going mainstream with support, if there are no other physical or learning disabilities. Please please avoid Dorton House, which is run by the Royal London Society for the Blind (RLSB). They mean well, but they are so old school, and these days are more multi disability, than Blind specialists. I have worked with so many people that have been there from early ages up to 18, and they come out completely unprepared for life in the real world! A visually impaired child, with support and equipment, can thrive in mainstream education, and will have a much much better chance of doing well as an adult. Best wishes. Keith

It's a case of each to their own, but I personally think she's a tw@t, and an unqualified one at that. She cares not for the baby, it's like it's just an annoyance that needs to be seen and not heard whenever possible. Just my opinion.

Damn it David, I was well impressed with the Belle's boxing knowledge until you ruined it.