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It’s bound to happen – your child walks in from playing outside with eyes full of tears due to a scrape, sting, or bruise he’s just gotten. While most injuries children get are minor, it’s important for moms to know some basic first aid skills so that they can care for these injuries and quickly as possible and know whether medical attention is needed. Here are some basic first aid tips every mom should know.

Cuts and Scrapes – The first thing you need to do is stop the bleeding…

Hello. New to Gainesville and would like to know where to send my 4 1/2 son to preschool.

What’s in your child’s lunchbox? Maybe he eats peanut butter and jelly sandwiches every day, throws away the veggies, and goes straight for the cookies. If you struggle to get your kids to eat healthier foods, here are some ideas to jazz up their lunchboxes.

If your kids are a little older, you could even try getting them involved in making their school lunches. Ask them what they like, go grocery shopping together, and have them help you put together sandwiches and snack bags. Most…

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Has anyone ever used Sunshine Cloth Diapers? Looking to get some extra inserts, and it appears they're out of business.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A HOME TO OWN. OUR ONLY LIMIT IT THE DOWN PAYMENT. WE HAVE A SMALL ONE FOR A HOME UNDER 9K. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS ANY INFO, 352 872 3372 BECKI

Anyone interested in these items?  $120 for clothes and $100 for Medela dual pump. I posted on Craigslist yesterday, type in maternity clothes (motherhood) check img box and it should pop up. For pump, Medela Dual Pump, type in price and check img box..... both posted yesterday

Hi! Yes, I am not a mother. I am a student at the University of Florida, but I have enjoyed reading your posts and your thoughts on various topics. I am currently a public relations student taking a reporting class. For my assignment I am looking for moms that are keeping up with the rezoning of schools. I would be interested in interviewing a few of you, something very short, on how this has affected you. If you have filled out an out of zone form and would like to participate in this…

I got the call almost a week ago that someone close to me had been admitted to the hospital for congestive heart failure.  A few days later, it was discovered that she actually suffered from something called Peri-partum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM) or Postpartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM).  Being 8 months pregnant myself, the possibility that I could be at risk (being told that it affected older moms-to-be) I plan on talking with my doctor at our next visit.  But that wasn't soon…

REMINDER!!! THURSDAY, JANUARY 19th...

KIDS ONLY DENTAL PLACE is having an OPEN HOUSE!

The event will be held at Kids only dental place in Haile Plantation

5209 SW 91st Drive, Gainesville, FL 32608

from 5-7pm.

Come out for FUN, FREE giveaways, office tours, informational boards, coffee, and cakes! We hope to see you there!…

Happy New Year, All. We have our next meeting of the Gluten Intolerance Group, Gainesville Branch on Jan. 26 at 6:30 PM. Please view www.glutenintolerancegroupgainesville.blogspot.com for more details! This is a support group for those following a gluten free diet based from a national non-profit (www.gluten.net). We're less than a year old and pretty informal, but a lovely group and…

Hi,

I moved to gainesville almaost 6 months ago so not really new anymore. My daughter is going to turn 5 and I wanted to have a birthday party for her in a bounce house or fun play place.Does anyone have ideas or know places here where we can do that. I would greatly appreciate the input.

Thanks

Dolly

 IS THERE ANYONE THAT FAMILIAR WITH TOYS FOR TOTS? IF SO, IM IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE FOR 2 GIRLS, 8 AND11 TEARS OLD. PLEASE!!

Hi, I'm new to the site, and I was wondering if anybody was familiar with Toys For Tots? I'm in need of assistance for my children. I'm a mother of 7 children of my own, and custody of 2 of my lil cousins (girls) 8 and 11 However! I'm only seeking asst for the 2 girls. My older kids have their own places. ((at home are 3girls and 1 boy)) daughter 17 and son 16 PLEASE!! IF ANYONE IS FAMILIAR WITH TOYS FOR TOTS CONTACT ME AT 352-372-5971 Thank You!!!!!

If anyone is looking for some fantastic Christmas family photos check out Coffey Shots. Laura Coffey has taken all of our family photos and her holiday mini sessions have become a family tradition. She never ceases to amaze me with her creativity and outdoor photo shoots. She has made it affordable for us to have beautiful family photos!

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Hi ladies, I make diaper cakes for babyshowers and am wondering if any of you would be interested in me making one for you, a loved one or family member?  The name of my business is "Kenyaslove Diaper Cakes"  My email address is kenyaslove77@yahoo.com

Hi All,

We will be bringing home our almost 2 year old adopted daughter in the next few months and will be in need of a Pediatric Ophthalmologist as our little one has strabismus. Can you recommend a Pediatric Ophthalmologist in Gainesville?

Don't forget The Great Halloween Candy Buy Back, TONIGHT, at Kids Only Dental Place from 4-7. For every pound of candy you bring, recieve $1.00!!! There will be crafts, a pumpkin judging, free giveaways, and A BIKE RAFFLE (from Chain Reactions).

Come out tonight for Fall Fun at Kids Only Dental Place! We hope…