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Hi Wellington, I was told that its not necessary to buy traditional trousers, you just have to wear navy trousers. I bought my son a pair of smart casual navy blues from next, but very hard to come by. I only managed to get one pair as that is all they had. He has black shoes too. hope that helps.

My son ins 4 and an only child, and lately I have been feeling a little like you from time to time, but not entirely. I moved to London so that he would have more contact with his cousins. Whenever people ask him if he has any siblings, he says no but he has his cousins. He is extremely sociable and so far, hasn't had trouble making friends, but I believe that changes after a while, and coming from a large family, it sometiimes feels incomplete just the three of us. He is very sociable, but I am an older mother, and couldn't contemplate having another as he is about to start school. I do not rule out adopting or fostering to give him a companion. There are so many out there needing a loving home. Not all are terribly damaged in a way that would distrupt families. I also understand those who wouldn't consider that as an option. Even children with siblings need space away from them from time to time, it is harder work making sure that they sustain their friendships, and holidays we sometimes take with other families so that he has instant companionship, we would even consider taking a child on holiday with us, his cousin or a friend. These are all possiible options, and they show the child that family is not necessarily only blood related. Often as others have already mentioned, quality relationships are sometimes more evident outside the family. It's not all bad, it's just different.

ah yes, no problem, come and get some pears today then if you like i'll be in most of the day....cooking......:))

yes maxxi i will be, be happy to swap with you. give me a shout nearer the time?

Don't worry too muchb if you don't. Bessemer Grange is a great school and improving.

I have some pears, conference and another rouund very sweet variety. Does anyone wish to swap some wiith something veg or fruit is fine...thanks

Raising an emotionally intelligent child by John Gottman.

Hi I am studying maternity reflexology, and this is something that a maternity reflexologist can do.. My advise would be to find a really good maternity reflexologist. unfortunately I have not yet qualified so can't offer my services as yet. good luck in your decision. i;'d beinteresdted to know how you get on

If I was worried about something enough I would call the social services rather than post something on an internet forum. As I did when I saw a man hovering around alone at a childrens area, for a very long time. My feeling is that the brother in law should keep close observation and voice any concerns that they may have, the social services then know exactly what they are looking for and less likely to miss anything.

perhaps by contacting the social services in the first instance might result in the family dealing with their children inside the home, and perhaps exacerbating the situation. It may make them suspicious of their neighbours and isolate them further. I am not condoning their behaviour by any means, but I do think a little support may help them to open up rather than shut down. Just a thought.

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Ia it not worth considering asking the brother in law/sister to actually introduce themselves to the family. We all know how diffiult parenting can be, maybe what they need is some support. If it was the case that their neighbours were 'stepping over the mark' in some peoples opinions, could this be due to difficulties in coping? if this was the case then a) perhaps offering some support would give them the space they need to respond to their children differently, or b) bear witness to any further wrong doings that may be going on in the household that they could alert the social services accordingly.

My little one went to water babies from a few months old, they have a technique that they do beforehand whereby baby knows when its happening, (certain part of a song) and they do it when the baby is confident and the parent also. I was useless as not confident, and i think that's important. If they not keen best not too, could scar them for ages afterwards. One teacher (not waterbabies) used to let them dunk when they had a cold, as it decongested them, must say it did work.

half moon montessori is great. The staff clearly love working with children, my son thrived there, don't let the miniscule playground put you off, did put me off first time round,a nd the long holidays, but so nice to have local friends in the area who all use sunray park..... never a dull moment.

yes same person, great, is he trying to cure the allergies, or is he someone who finds out what you'r allergic to then advices you to abstain? you may wish to pm me with the information, thanks

Hi I have been recommended Dr Choi in wimpole street for my sons food allergies. Does anyone have any experience with him? Could you pm me with info please? Many thanks would be much appreciated.

my son is allergic to cows milk, but is also allergic to goats milk also, its the protein in foods where he is concerned. I think perhaps Lou Lou your blood tests will hopefully show if your child is allergic to goats milk also. May be best to wait until your results come before testing anything. Allergies apparently can worsen if you keep consuming the harmful foods. I have been recommended to a specialist who apparently has 'cured' an allergic child. I will let you know details if you are interested. My son has been going for allergy tests for 3 years no, not much change, so I am tempted to try this specialist, but my guess is he doesn't come cheap.

well put pk. I agree with you entirely. Lets hope this puts things to rest.

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