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Chit Chat :: RE: I went food shopping for shabbos and I forgot to buy....

Author: Mitzvahmom
Subject: re: I went food shopping for shabbos and I forgot to buy....
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 5:12 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 19

cucumbers!! ahhhh
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Finances :: RE: Paying for Dental Work

Author: cindy324
Subject: re: Paying for Dental Work
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 4:23 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 16

Quote:

what's a molar root canal? I don't think it's one of the "double" teeth. is that what they consider molar teeth?

A molar is one of your back teeth with 3+ roots, the ones you chew with most #'s 14,15, 2,3,, 18,19(also #1,16, 17 and 32 but those are your wisdom teeth)

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does americhoice pay for part of the root canal?

No, for children they'll pay for a pulpotomy, which is a baby rootcanal.

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what are the 8 points of contact?

That means that you have at least 8 points in your mouth where upper and lower teeth touch each other, therefore allowing you to function normally, chew etc.

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also, I need regular cavities so my dentist told me to do those first and meanwhile he will send in a request to the insurance to have the root canal done. he never told me that they will probably deny it, I just heard that from other people.
how long does it take to hear back from the insurance company if they agree or deny the request?

Again, depends what tooth you need the root canal on, they may approve it, especially if it's a front or premolar. It takes about 4 weeks to receive an answer from Americhoice.

Chit Chat :: RE: I went food shopping for shabbos and I forgot to buy....

Author: MaBelleVie
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 4:19 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 19

Mimisinger wrote:

I FREQUENTLY forget items...I'm always going back time and time again.

But the important things? I have forgotten fish, a lot. Dh has to have fish. I've made tuna/salmon salad, last minute a few times because that's what I had in the cabinet.

yup, i forgot the fish this week. and dh MUST have his fish. he wants to know if i can somehow make the tuna fancy at least. . .

Cleaning & Laundry :: RE: cleaning lady!

Author: MaBelleVie
Subject: re: cleaning lady!
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 4:15 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 3

i use pledge on my leather couch all the time. it actually says on the bottle that it's meant for wood and leather. . .

Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: Fox
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:59 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

I used to do this all the time, especially when my babies had colds and needed the steam. I generally ran a very hot shower to generate the steam, and then I turned down the actual temperature before we got in. CM makes a good point about how slippery babies are when wet. I do remember having to be very, very careful.

Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: MommyLuv
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:58 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

BTW, if your hubby is around, you can forget the bouncy seat and just hand the baby off after you've bathed him/her and finish up your own shower solo.
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Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: MommyLuv
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:55 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

I used to do all the time with my first two kids. Now, I just need my two minutes of peace in there so I can shut out the chaos and escape! LOL

I should try it again, though. I bet my 3 M.O. baby would love it.
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Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: pobody's nerfect
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:54 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

guess we'll wait and see! some babies do enjoy sitting in those seats and playing with the toys.

Chit Chat :: RE: what's the opposite of a crunchy mama?

Author: chocolate moose
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:54 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 1

Junk food junky
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Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: chocolate moose
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:53 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

When he cries to get out of it. when he wiggles and flails himself around.
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Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: pobody's nerfect
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:52 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

why would it be dangerous? the bouncy seat has a buckle.

Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: chocolate moose
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:51 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

It won't last forever. when he crawls and moves around, that'll be dangerous.
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Toilet Training :: RE: Night training

Author: Meema2Kids
Subject: re: Night training
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:49 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 21

I am very frustrated because although everyone is in underwear during the day, I have FOUR kids in diapers at night.

My littlest girls (age 2 and almost4) occaisionally stay dry at night, anything I can do to encourage them?

My almost 7 year old DS is very upset that he cannot stay dry at night more than maybe once a week. How can I help him stay dry more consistently?
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Soup :: RE: What starch do you put in your chicken soup?

Author: ClaRivka
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:47 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 11

i hardly ever put anything in my soup so on a rare occassion ill put in matzah balls
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Chit Chat :: what's the opposite of a crunchy mama?

Author: pobody's nerfect
Subject: what's the opposite of a crunchy mama?
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:45 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 1

is it chewy? as in, do you like your carob chip cookies crunchy or chewy?

or maybe smooth, or creamy- think natural peanut butter?

perhaps soggy. like my granola is crunchy in the morning, but after sitting out for hours while i breastfeed my 4 kids under 3, it's kinda soggy.

(this post is not meant to insult anyone.... i was just thinking about it as i cooked for shabbos!)

Tehillim Needed :: RE: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers

Author: marina
Subject: re: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:43 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 18

Quote:

He's a psychiatrist, he knows the human mind

Right. Because shrinks never have problems. Kind of like the way doctors never get the flu.

Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: pobody's nerfect
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:39 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

and i like my showers pretty cool. my friends used to make fun.

Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: pobody's nerfect
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:38 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

i stripped the baby down to his diaper and put him in a bouncy seat on the bathroom floor. i showered, washed my hair and body, and then picked him up, de-diapered him, and washed him. i found it totally relaxing.

Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: chocolate moose
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:34 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

Are you washing yourself or the baby? Bath time is your own time, imo.
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Salads & Dips :: Mango Walnut Salad

Author: chocolate moose
Subject: Mango Walnut Salad
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:33 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 0

Mango Walnut Salad
from Prevention Magazine

spinach or assorted baggy lettuce
chopped mango
sliced red pepper
julienned carrot or baby carrots
walnuts
raisins or craisins
oil & vinegar

In a small salad bowl, toss your lettuces, your fruits, your red pepper, the carrots, and a few crunched up walnuts. Add the dressing and you're good to go !

P.S. Leftovers are good in a whole wheat pita.
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Recipe Collection :: RE: Isn't keep warm basic on crockpots, mine doesn't have?

Author: ra_mom
Subject: re: Isn't keep warm basic on crockpots, mine doesn't have?
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:33 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 3

FYI, you can put all the ingredients into the crockpot raw on Friday afternoon. Put the crockpot on LOW. And keep it that way for 24 hours until ready to serve Shabbos afternoon.
The chulent comes out perfectly, and not overdone at all.
No need to have it ready and bubbling beforehand. No need for a keep warm setting this way.
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Notable Clips & Links :: RE: Bryan Adams, eat your heart out

Author: jelibean
Subject: re: Bryan Adams, eat your heart out
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:32 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 1

If you haven't gotten enough of this talented group, this is a very fitting tribute to Michael Jackson.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo0HwvNTf6Q
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Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: punktfarkert
Subject: re: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:29 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

Don't you shower in warmer water than you would bathe your baby in? And how do you wash your hair?

Soup :: RE: What starch do you put in your chicken soup?

Author: chocolate moose
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:24 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 11

if it's erev yom kippur it's kreplach. if it's pesach, it's nothing.

we rarely eat soup for shabbos. too much food for us.
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Kosher Kitchen :: RE: Cooking without a stove or oven--ideas?

Author: Yocheved84
Subject: re: Cooking without a stove or oven--ideas?
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:23 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 8

Ooh! These are such good ideas! Now I feel less scared about this weekend. Good Shabbos

Tehillim Needed :: RE: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers

Author: bubby
Subject: Re: re: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:23 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 18

Barbara wrote:

Was he a terrorist? Discussion at

http://www.theweek.com/article/index/102544/Fort_Hood_Crime_or_terrorism

And your point is??? He just went postal? FEH! He's a psychiatrist, he knows the human mind. I would imagine every soldier is terrified of being deployed, but he CHOSE to join the army, no one forced him. He knew there was a chance he'd be deployed. He's been talking about suicide bombers, he posted anti-American stuff on FB, he tried to program soldiers he was "treating"...and people really believe this was a poor, misunderstood little guy who just lost it? Maybe the anti-war apologists do.

Amazing, isn't it, how intelligent, rational people will always find excuses for the most heinous behavior if it suits their political beliefs. After all, to condemn this terrorist (yes, that's what he is) is too...right-wing. So i suppose we should all feel sorry for him instead of acknowledging that this evil man slipped through the net.

One last thing. I believe the war in Iraq should be over & our troops should be brought home. I also believe the original intent was valid. But does my disagreeing with the war today give me the right or even the excuse to go on a bloody rampage or to condone those who do? I don't think so.

Infants :: RE: showering with the baby

Author: chocolate moose
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:22 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

I would never have done such a thing. A baby is very slippery and you're vulnerable since you're not dressed.
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Vacation and Traveling :: RE: DD booked my tickets!!!

Author: Tova
Subject: re: DD booked my tickets!!!
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:15 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 13

Enjoy!

[I thought she surprised you with tickets to Australia!]

Tehillim Needed :: RE: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers

Author: bella
Subject: re: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:14 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 18

This is, indeed, very sad. If it turns out that he was a terrorist or not, he was obviously unstable and since there's no way to prevent soldiers from having access to weapons, the only way to keep military bases safe is to make sure those who do have weapons are "fit to serve."

My brother was posted at Ft. Hood for years. I visited him there, he and his wife lived there and their daughter was born there.

A terrible tragedy for those families and all the other troops.

Infants :: showering with the baby

Author: pobody's nerfect
Subject: showering with the baby
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:13 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 12

Anyone ever take their little babies into the shower with them?
I just did with my 6 week old DS and really enjoyed it. He slept through most of it.... totally my kid. I found it much easier to clean in between his 'rolls' and did not feel scared that he was too slippery to hold onto. I want to try it again sometime when he's in a playful mood to see how he feels about it!

Reading Room :: RE: Shattered Glass serial in Mishpacha

Author: soulful music
Subject: re: Shattered Glass serial in Mishpacha
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:10 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 104

Thanks Mama Bear!

Notable Clips & Links :: Bryan Adams, eat your heart out

Author: jelibean
Subject: Bryan Adams, eat your heart out
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:08 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 1

For BTs (or FFBs who had some exposure to pop music in the '80s) -- what do you think of this rendition of Bryan Adams' ballad?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsYBnmCzX-U
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Chit Chat :: RE: I went food shopping for shabbos and I forgot to buy....

Author: ra_mom
Subject: re: I went food shopping for shabbos and I forgot to buy....
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:08 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 19

carrots!
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Desserts :: RE: Pareve Ice Cream W/O Raw Eggs

Author: ra_mom
Subject: re: Pareve Ice Cream W/O Raw Eggs
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:05 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 29

FYI, eggs get contaminated through their shells.
When using eggs raw, I was taught to wash the whole raw eggs with soap and water. Then dry. And crack open eggs.

Sky, that recipe looks really interesting. Thanks for posting! I look forward to trying it.
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Moving/ Relocating :: RE: Bnos Orchos Chaim - Lakewood

Author: amother
Subject: re: Bnos Orchos Chaim - Lakewood
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 3:02 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 2

anything/anyone else?

Chinuch / Education :: RE: Any Bnos Chava Alum? What year?

Author: amother
Subject: re: Any Bnos Chava Alum? What year?
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:58 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 33

05-06. me too! the building next to bnos sara. i think its building 6. hmmm... so, which floor?

Kosher Kitchen :: RE: Cooking without a stove or oven--ideas?

Author: ra_mom
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:57 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 8

myfriends715 wrote:

u can make a ceviche.. its a fish dish cooked in acid (lime juice) no heat!

Do you have a recipe? Thanks
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Baby Products :: RE: Promo code for free nursing cover from uddercovers.com

Author: abismommy
Subject: re: Promo code for free nursing cover from uddercovers.com
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:56 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 21

if the email is ligit (which it looks like it is) and the site is all it's cracked up to be, I guess I can rest a bit easier now...hope it all works out!
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Infants :: RE: Just slow to develop? (11 months)

Author: relaxed
Subject: re: Just slow to develop? (11 months)
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:46 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 17

OP, not to be repetitive but I agree with previous posters. Based on what you've posted so far, it sounds like having your child evaluated is the right way to go. It may simply be a problem with low muscle tone (that would be my guess actually though testing might prove differently). In my line of work (as a therapist), I've evaluated plenty of children whose pediatricians all said they're fine but guess what? Most of those children referred needed services, some desperately. Most pediatricians are just not so quick to be concerned about developmental delays. And if you're concerned, being the mom, follow your gut. It certainly won't hurt, especially considering these evaluations are free under EI in the U.S.

Feel free to PM me with any questions, I'd be glad to help if I could.

Reading Room :: RE: Shattered Glass serial in Mishpacha

Author: Mama Bear
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:45 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 104

http://www.facebook.com/group......7019463..1

Tehillim Needed :: RE: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers

Author: Barbara
Subject: re: Tehillim for the Ft. Hood Soldiers
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:45 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 18

Was he a terrorist? Discussion at

http://www.theweek.com/article/index/102544/Fort_Hood_Crime_or_terrorism

School age children :: RE: Dina Friedman's Parenting Course - feedback pls.

Author: Mama Bear
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:44 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 17

Yulka you can listen in 15 and 30 minute chunks via phone just like via mp3, you press buttons to fast forward.

Miscellaneous :: RE: can you rcommend a good novel?

Author: Mama Bear
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:40 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 5

my recent favorite is Musawi by A. Shalom

Soup :: RE: What starch do you put in your chicken soup?

Author: farfromhome
Subject: re: What starch do you put in your chicken soup?
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:34 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 11

i put sweet potato in as one of the vegetables... i think that's a starch... then we also have croutons or (if i have time) matza balls

Kosher Kitchen :: RE: Cooking without a stove or oven--ideas?

Author: myfriends715
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:25 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 8

u can make a ceviche.. its a fish dish cooked in acid (lime juice) no heat!
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Cleaning & Laundry :: RE: cleaning lady!

Author: sky
Subject: re: cleaning lady!
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:18 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 3

I use wood cleaner spray on couch. It actually says on the bottle that it is safe.

Soup :: RE: What starch do you put in your chicken soup?

Author: myfriends715
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:18 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 11

none my soup has tonz of veggies and that makes it thick enough
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Cleaning & Laundry :: RE: cleaning lady!

Author: louche
Subject: re: cleaning lady!
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:16 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 3

I checked on the Internet and a few people reported that that's what they always use on leather furniture. If your couch looks OK, it's probably OK. Call the mfr. of the couch to be sure.
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Notable Clips & Links :: RE: What do you think of the guy's voice?

Author: ClaRivka
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:12 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 9

i agree with one of the comments on youtube "if i was about to be killed by a theatrical vampire this is how it would go down."
lol, i thought it was extraordinary!
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Miscellaneous :: RE: can you rcommend a good novel?

Author: OOTBubby
Subject: Re: re: can you rcommend a good novel?
Posted: Fri, Nov 06 2009, 2:02 pm (GMT -5)
Topic Replies: 5

yummydd wrote:

I second Sun inside rain, there is a thread about it you can check it out and see all the reviews on it.

I agree too on this one. I've read almost all the frum novels there are and this one is hands down the best. I gave it to a friend who hates frum novels and she loved it so much she hunted down a copy for herself.