Anna Glendenning's comments

Ask a Baby Blogger: Why Can't You Breastfeed a Baby on a Schedule? - Blog Entry

12 Feb 2007 10:06 AM

I breastfed both ways... My oldest was on a schedule and my second was on Demand.

I personally found On Demand to be horrible--I never knew when of if she should be hungry--how much to feed her or if there were other problems. It was terrible, and she was weaned at 7 months instead of the 1-year or slightly older mark I wanted to nurse for.

With my son, the oldest, I knew that if it wasn't feeding time--he needed something else so I could supplement with Water--play or look for a different reason for his fussiness. With little sister I was up half the night-never knew what her problem was--and felt like a cow most of the time because I never knew if feeding was the problem.

If I were to have a third baby I could breast feed I would choose to schedule the feeding times. Just because a baby is on a schedule doesn't mean mom can't use her intuition and supplement when it seems needed.

Also I found feeding on a schedule didn't cause me as much PAIN or leaking. With the first baby I knew when it was time to eat--with number two I was always wondering and leaking all over town. My body was trained to Respond to her cries so even a diaper commercial with a baby crying would cause me issues... Then I wouldn't know if my baby was getting enough--or if I just leaked her lunch!

Just my opinion--I breastfed when It was just starting to come back into popularity in 1983 and 1984 so there was little or no support and information... I just did what seemed to work.

Hearing Helen: The Wisdom of Helen Keller - Blog Entry

17 Jan 2007 06:27 PM

I loved the Story of Helen Keller and especially liked Patty Duke (Anna) in the original and the remake.

My best friend as a young child was deaf and I could only imagine being blind as well... Helen was an amazing person and Anne Sullivan unlocked something incredible!

Ask Anna:The Midnight Disaster! - Blog Entry

15 Jan 2007 09:20 PM

The good thing is that my brother and his family acted quickly and got a call in for help. When damages are wide spread in an area resources are stretched and people end up waiting...

The only thing I worry about is my little brother was only 9 when our home flooded and it was very hard for him emotionally--so this had to be some kind of flash back for him!

Parents- Control Your Kids' Behavior In School Or You May Have To Pay A Fine - Blog Entry

15 Jan 2007 10:44 AM

Good info....

I just started a mini series about Parental Liability... More will be written very soon! But you can see some of the Info at this link:

http://insurance.families.com/blog/holding-parents-responsible-for-the-actions-of-their-children

Makala, We Decided We Wanted to Adopt You and Your Brother. - Blog Entry

14 Jan 2007 05:26 PM

In our area and within my husbands company (An International Business) many families have adopted Internationally. Many of Andrews co-workers have adopted from China and Makala's friend and classmate is a little girl who's Daddy works with Makala's Daddy.

I want to make this Letter--Book--clear that we made a choice and knew it was going to be a lot of work. I want her to understand we NEVER settled for an easy or cheep way... and why we decided to adopt the way we did.

Ask Anna - Blog Entry

13 Jan 2007 04:32 PM

wbault--

I am glad I can listen and wish you hadn't learned all of this first hand. There have been times in my experience when I wish I could change how the laws and insurance rules work. You are not alone in the feelings and dilemma you face.

Has your insurance policy been able to cover the full costs for medical? I always worry about Motor Cycle Insurance policies in particular because in some states much of the coverage a person might need is considered optional.

No-Fault Auto insurance is common in many state. And No Fault Medical coverage on vehicle insurance is common in many more states. It is designed to Insure that You have your medical paid no matter who was at fault. To be sure you are taken care of in the event you are hurt.

Typically, once the claim is paid in full your insurance company will "Subrogate" the claim with the At Fault persons insurance. Meaning, that once all your covered bills are paid your insurance company will sue the other party either their insurance or them personally to repay for the costs they paid out.

You won't even be aware that it happened and won't be able to do anything to stop it. Did the other driver have insurance? If they own a home they may have a Homeowner policy.

You might ask your insurance company if they intend to Subrogate this Claim? If so, you should feel confident that in the end the other person's insurance will take the hit and your insurance company will get as much as they can returned.

I will work on the PA No-Fault laws and try to get to the bottom of this for a Blog.

Also, are you wanting to sue for more damages then your policy will cover? Have you used up your max benefits?

Stockholm Syndrome and Attachment Disorders: My Thoughts - Blog Entry

13 Jan 2007 01:20 PM

I guess, the conversations with "certain" people I love dearly over the past 4-years makes me a little annoyed....

I'm not sure how to take comments such as "The mind does some strange things when you are abused" and "I think RAD is a cop-out and you are reading too much into it." Being made by the same person.....?

How I Became Your Mother: The Story of Joe and Eddie - Blog Entry

13 Jan 2007 01:11 PM

Gotcha! I just want Makala to know that there has always been people in her family who love her--and that she was a plan written on my heart as a Child...

Uncle Eddie was an amazing man--I don't plan to tell the whole story here as I want to one day write the book.....

Asking for Help - Blog Entry

12 Jan 2007 08:30 PM

Very Great Information! Pam, you hit the nail on the head... Isn't it so strange after "qualifying" ourselves we feel less right to reach out for help........

My Journey Continued When I Married an Adopted Boy - Blog Entry

12 Jan 2007 08:27 PM

It was very hard, at the time. Since it has actually given me a little peace in my heart.