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stop wearing boots!

8:57PM Wed, February 20

In reply to: " What is the first thing you can't wait to do once springtime arrives in Minnesota? " -Asked by @IamMNnice

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If it's on a weekend, you can rent @BabyLoveMN for a reasonable fee.

5:55PM Wed, February 20

In reply to: " Anyone in #minnesota know where I can rent a cheap small dance floor? #dancefloor #party " -Asked by @Momtoperfection

Check with @TheFundWell and @SCOREMentors

8:00AM Wed, February 06

In reply to: " Twitter, does anyone know of an organisation providing funding to #disabled #entrepreneurs to start a new #business? " -Asked by @Mardyoldgit

It's British and fancy. #thatsallIknow

10:23PM Sun, January 06

In reply to: " Recording #DowntonPBS to watch tomorrow and see what all the fuss is about. Never seen it before. Can someone catch me up quick? " -Asked by @FragileXFiles

her husband buys that whole "they will compare" idea, even for him. Does not happen like that.

10:43AM Sun, December 23

In reply to: " We both agree that we would not to, but does anyone else have one boy circed and another intact? Would that be weird for them growing up? " -Asked by @Midwife101

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I have a friend who struggled w/ this- by the time she had her 2nd son she didn't want to do it. They did circ, she regrets it.

10:20AM Sun, December 23

In reply to: " We both agree that we would not to, but does anyone else have one boy circed and another intact? Would that be weird for them growing up? " -Asked by @Midwife101

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Depending on the group, they can co-manage care.

11:17PM Sun, December 16

In reply to: " But does anyone know if midwives will treat their high risk patients? #placentaprevia #highrisk " -Asked by @Midwife101

Google says Romney speaks French, Obama does not speak a 2nd language.

8:19AM Mon, November 05 2012

In reply to: " Curious -- Do Obama and Romney speak any languages other than English? " -Asked by @phdinparenting

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Neither have, but one of Joe Biden's sons did (or still is)

10:11PM Thu, October 11 2012

In reply to: " Genuine Question: Did Biden or Ryan serve in the military? #Debates " -Asked by @TheLearnCurve

I got mine at Target, though some people swear by the squirty bottle the same company sells.

2:27PM Mon, September 17 2012

In reply to: " So I'm desperate for some relief and ready to get a neti pot. (Cause breathing is kinda crucial.) What do I look for when choosing one? " -Asked by @CourtneyofDoom

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A spout. (They are all the same, I'm pretty sure. Just make sure you use safe water.)

2:23PM Mon, September 17 2012

In reply to: " So I'm desperate for some relief and ready to get a neti pot. (Cause breathing is kinda crucial.) What do I look for when choosing one? " -Asked by @CourtneyofDoom

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Well, you can grill 4 of them, at least, for a healthy dessert.

5:08PM Wed, August 29 2012

In reply to: " Today I get a 16 lb box of colorado peaches. Anyone know how to can peaches? " -Asked by @LutherLiz

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And you only need 300 extra calories per day while pregnant.

6:34PM Fri, August 10 2012

In reply to: " . @vsjacobsen does anybody know what the ideal calorie intake should be for woman in 2nd trimester, nursing a toddler? " -Asked by @heathyann

Umm.....well, the nursing a toddler will only add 100 calories max to your need.

6:33PM Fri, August 10 2012

In reply to: " . @vsjacobsen does anybody know what the ideal calorie intake should be for woman in 2nd trimester, nursing a toddler? " -Asked by @heathyann

a bad booster. :p #thetruth

8:49AM Mon, July 30 2012

In reply to: " Can someone tell me what the name of the @GracoBaby car seat that is rear facing, forward, and booster in one? #carseat s " -Asked by @nlay

really nice

6:13PM Sun, July 29 2012

In reply to: " Can anyone tell me what Florida is like in October? " -Asked by @Momtoperfection

It's not uttered when a business will benefit, either.

3:24PM Wed, July 11 2012

In reply to: " Mind wanderings: Why is "we just can't afford it" never uttered by pols when talk is flood relief, but it is when someone is hungry/sick? " -Asked by @NewsCut

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Ice

9:43PM Mon, July 02 2012

In reply to: " If you don't want a salad... and it's hot... and you are eating clean... what do you eat? " -Asked by @2CB2

Cars crash the same in English. =)

2:12PM Fri, June 29 2012

In reply to: " Does anyone know where I can find info about why you should keep your child rear facing in the car until the age of 2? " -Asked by @busylittlebaby

.@busylittlebaby Here is a great video that shows the difference for kids rear facing versus forward facing: http://t.co/Rt8j7sYY #carseat

2:10PM Fri, June 29 2012

In reply to: " Does anyone know where I can find info about why you should keep your child rear facing in the car until the age of 2? " -Asked by @busylittlebaby

Heads and spines get hurt much easier once you turn them around. Legs are easy to fix. Heads are not.

2:06PM Fri, June 29 2012

In reply to: " Does anyone know where I can find info about why you should keep your child rear facing in the car until the age of 2? " -Asked by @busylittlebaby

As long as the height limit on the seat allows. Does it bother E? Kids usually just sit cross-legged.

2:05PM Fri, June 29 2012

In reply to: " Does anyone know where I can find info about why you should keep your child rear facing in the car until the age of 2? " -Asked by @busylittlebaby

And it's not 2. It's as long as the seat allows.

2:00PM Fri, June 29 2012

In reply to: " Does anyone know where I can find info about why you should keep your child rear facing in the car until the age of 2? " -Asked by @busylittlebaby

In a crash, they are 5 times more likely to die forward facing. Here is AAP Policy: http://t.co/tBz9OLEq

2:00PM Fri, June 29 2012

In reply to: " Does anyone know where I can find info about why you should keep your child rear facing in the car until the age of 2? " -Asked by @busylittlebaby

no, this was Fridays post about the change in siren rules.

9:18AM Tue, June 19 2012

In reply to: " And I hve to ask.What's the purpose of blowing sirens at 4:30 am for a severe tstorm again? Tornado, I get. Tstorm? What do u want me to do? " -Asked by @NewsCut

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don't you read Updraft? They had reports of 80 mph winds.

9:09AM Tue, June 19 2012

In reply to: " And I hve to ask.What's the purpose of blowing sirens at 4:30 am for a severe tstorm again? Tornado, I get. Tstorm? What do u want me to do? " -Asked by @NewsCut

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I hope you feel better soon!

2:28PM Mon, June 11 2012

In reply to: " Um. How do you take a sick day? " -Asked by @2CB2

call or email your manager

8:26AM Mon, June 11 2012

In reply to: " Um. How do you take a sick day? " -Asked by @2CB2

@ZoeMaternity OK. Thanks!

9:37PM Sun, June 03 2012

In reply to: " How do other #lcinpp manage the summer? Limit consults? Online help only? Office hours? " -Asked by @iamambermccann

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Wait. What is a maternity/breastfeeding SPA?

9:05PM Sun, June 03 2012

In reply to: " How do other #lcinpp manage the summer? Limit consults? Online help only? Office hours? " -Asked by @iamambermccann

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What the heck kind of articles are you reading? DO NOT Pull it back. Ever. Not until he does. #BADarticles

10:07PM Mon, May 28 2012

In reply to: " I've been reading on how to care for a newborn's uncircumcised penis and a lot of articles say that I should be retracting it. Did you? " -Asked by @VampireSmitten

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say that you don't think its a good fit and refer out.

4:08PM Tue, May 15 2012

In reply to: " What do you do when I client really wants to hire you, but you just do NOT think it's a good fit? What's the PRO way out? #doulaparty " -Asked by @FeministBreeder

Cabbage leaves.

10:17AM Mon, May 07 2012

In reply to: " Anyone know how to relieve engorgement without pumping? Just another daily reminder for me I'd like gone now. :( " -Asked by @lifeasaSAHM

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would talking on the phone work ok now? Easier than twitter :)

2:55PM Fri, April 20 2012

In reply to: " You know on Wedding Crashers when Vince Vaughn talks about Band Of Brothers? Where are my breastfeeding 'brothers'? #needadvice " -Asked by @nlay

hmm. Read it. You are doing a good job! I have some thoughts...

2:50PM Fri, April 20 2012

In reply to: " You know on Wedding Crashers when Vince Vaughn talks about Band Of Brothers? Where are my breastfeeding 'brothers'? #needadvice " -Asked by @nlay

I'm here for you. :)

2:41PM Fri, April 20 2012

In reply to: " You know on Wedding Crashers when Vince Vaughn talks about Band Of Brothers? Where are my breastfeeding 'brothers'? #needadvice " -Asked by @nlay

It would be! And I'm not even a Republican! =) Just a politics junkie!

3:12PM Tue, April 10 2012

In reply to: " Wait, so there's still Romney, Paul, and Gingrich, right? There could still be a brokered convention? " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

Brokered Convention! Brokered Convention! =)

3:08PM Tue, April 10 2012

In reply to: " Wait, so there's still Romney, Paul, and Gingrich, right? There could still be a brokered convention? " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

Oh, such a tough search! Good luck! Also? Can you send us business cards? We still need them. =)

3:42PM Fri, February 24 2012

In reply to: " Dear perfect studio space for me, Where are you? Love, mk " -Asked by @glimpsesofsoul

I am guessing it's poorly worded. They want you to know the basics so training isn't spent explaining every tiny thing.

2:17PM Sun, December 04 2011

In reply to: " Tweeps, I wanna be a doula. How do I go about it? Take a DONA class? What qualifies as prior birth knowledge as prerequisite for the class? " -Asked by @piercesmomma

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at some point after you do a training, you have to sit in again on a childbirth class.

2:03PM Sun, December 04 2011

In reply to: " Tweeps, I wanna be a doula. How do I go about it? Take a DONA class? What qualifies as prior birth knowledge as prerequisite for the class? " -Asked by @piercesmomma

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@ElleMarieH With Lily, there was no need for a test--it was obvious that her adnoid and tonsils were causing the obstruction.

1:11PM Wed, November 09 2011

In reply to: " Does anyone have a child who has sleep apnea? Do you know if it is hereditary? M stopped breathing last night & scared the crap out of me. " -Asked by @Midwest_Elle

it took me THREE YEARS to finally get a ped to believe me. The ENT said this were really blocked when he did the surgery

1:01PM Wed, November 09 2011

In reply to: " Does anyone have a child who has sleep apnea? Do you know if it is hereditary? M stopped breathing last night & scared the crap out of me. " -Asked by @Midwest_Elle

DD- at birth, son, at 10 months. Both have obstructive apnea, not from being overweight.

12:58PM Wed, November 09 2011

In reply to: " Does anyone have a child who has sleep apnea? Do you know if it is hereditary? M stopped breathing last night & scared the crap out of me. " -Asked by @Midwest_Elle

Both of mine....DD got her tonsils out 2 years ago and it went away.

9:43AM Wed, November 09 2011

In reply to: " Does anyone have a child who has sleep apnea? Do you know if it is hereditary? M stopped breathing last night & scared the crap out of me. " -Asked by @Midwest_Elle

Yep. Well, just use one bottle for consecutive feedings over many hours until it's gone.

8:18AM Fri, October 14 2011

In reply to: " And, really, how can someone bring their preemie home and not be told not to use one 60mL all day to feed their baby? So sad.... " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

Just please, for the love of all that is sweet and good, do not have a cake reveal and tape it for youtube. #barf

9:39AM Tue, August 30 2011

In reply to: " Tomorrow is the big ultrasound! i can hardly wait to find out but i can't think of a good way to tell everyone. any ideas? " -Asked by @nlay

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It's like mourning the dwindling numbers of an endangered species.

9:29AM Tue, August 23 2011

In reply to: " Since when is the closing of a single Blockbuster store news? " -Asked by @JasonSandquist

I will dm you my email. It took me 2 years to figure it out, so I'm happy to answer questions.

3:40PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

well, it's up to u what to put in. But u CAN do stuff with a certification. And I am very adamant about finding a good one.

3:27PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

Um, huh? Like, just call yourself something?

3:21PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

(I have had nurses with educator certification come up with strangest ideas--prob needed more training)

3:12PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

It's usually an add-on for an educator of some sort. Or nurses take it. IMHO, though, it's not enough to apply to real life

3:10PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

You just have to find ethics that closely match yours.

2:48PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

So, any time you get into a certification, understand there is a scope of practice and ethical guidelines. Always.

2:47PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

From the years I've been in the biz, Educator programs run about $300, BF or Lactation Counselor programs run about $600

2:46PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

Are you looking for something free then?

2:39PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

I researched a ton before getting a certification.

2:26PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

biggest diff is in training hours. Educators are 20 ( or24). My clc and lll is 45 hours. The ibclc exam will require 90.

2:25PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

I had to just google each set of acronyms... Each is unique to an organization. Did you get a good answer?

2:18PM Fri, July 29 2011

In reply to: " #LCchat #LCinPP can anyone point me to resource explaining difference betwn CBE, LC, IBCLC, etc, & outlines training/requirements for each? " -Asked by @babywearingitup

their website. also awesome? youtube

4:39PM Mon, July 18 2011

In reply to: " Where can I find moby wrap instructions online? " -Asked by @Blacktating

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craigslist?

10:17PM Fri, July 08 2011

In reply to: " Where can I find the best deal on a rain barrel? " -Asked by @PrgAftrMiscar

Your city, maybe.

10:14PM Fri, July 08 2011

In reply to: " Where can I find the best deal on a rain barrel? " -Asked by @PrgAftrMiscar

@CourtneyofDoom I LOVE THAT! I actually stress that in my childbirth classes. You have a due MONTH, not a date. =)

11:51PM Tue, July 05 2011

In reply to: " OK. How do I really truly know what week I'm in of pregnancy?!?! I have conflicting calendars... now wondering if I'm a week off... " -Asked by @anna_r

@anna_r It's the middle of a 4 week target, and you only have a 4% chance of having baby on EDD anyway. =)

11:37PM Tue, July 05 2011

In reply to: " OK. How do I really truly know what week I'm in of pregnancy?!?! I have conflicting calendars... now wondering if I'm a week off... " -Asked by @anna_r

But really? Best piece of advice? Don't worry about knowing exact week, and just let your pregnancy "be"...and enjoy it. =)

11:24PM Tue, July 05 2011

In reply to: " OK. How do I really truly know what week I'm in of pregnancy?!?! I have conflicting calendars... now wondering if I'm a week off... " -Asked by @anna_r

Well, just go from First date of last menstrual period, or even better, if you know date of conception.

11:22PM Tue, July 05 2011

In reply to: " OK. How do I really truly know what week I'm in of pregnancy?!?! I have conflicting calendars... now wondering if I'm a week off... " -Asked by @anna_r

What's making it confusing? (and yes, btdt with my first=)...and yes, need to find swimsuit for you)

11:18PM Tue, July 05 2011

In reply to: " OK. How do I really truly know what week I'm in of pregnancy?!?! I have conflicting calendars... now wondering if I'm a week off... " -Asked by @anna_r

totally fine.

7:55PM Fri, June 17 2011

In reply to: " Does anyone know how specific breastmilk is to an age group? I have some made when M was almost 2. Could a newborn benefit from it? #bfcafe " -Asked by @ryles

Anna was 26 weeks pregnant on 3/14, so timing is right for the new baby to be here. Tho Josie was hospitalized a few days ago

9:58PM Wed, June 15 2011

In reply to: " 'Breaking Duggar News' scrolling across bottom of TLC. any ideas? I think Michelle is pregnant! " -Asked by @nlay

guessing, actually.

9:52PM Wed, June 15 2011

In reply to: " 'Breaking Duggar News' scrolling across bottom of TLC. any ideas? I think Michelle is pregnant! " -Asked by @nlay

nah. The oldest son and his wife had their baby.

9:47PM Wed, June 15 2011

In reply to: " 'Breaking Duggar News' scrolling across bottom of TLC. any ideas? I think Michelle is pregnant! " -Asked by @nlay

I would, but I think @MissHarperMoo would end up diaper rash by the time I got there.

11:23PM Tue, June 14 2011

In reply to: " ...and? @MissHarperMoo's butt just exploded. Who volunteers to drive out here to the middle of nowhere and change it? #Ihavehadenoughtoday " -Asked by @MinnesotaJoY

http://t.co/NZzlmgr

8:32AM Fri, June 10 2011

In reply to: " Can someone please create a sensor for propane tanks so that you can know if they're getting low? Just ran out of gas for the grill. " -Asked by @danayoung

they do have them!

8:33PM Thu, June 09 2011

In reply to: " Can someone please create a sensor for propane tanks so that you can know if they're getting low? Just ran out of gas for the grill. " -Asked by @danayoung

That was us last week. This week it's low 70s--bliss!

8:39AM Wed, May 18 2011

In reply to: " When does summer start? Next month? " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

Um, Harvard to Downtown Crossing? Orange line? #boston

8:25AM Mon, May 16 2011

In reply to: " Can anyone help me figure out traveling times on the T? #boston " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

tractor.

3:30PM Sun, May 15 2011

In reply to: " So does anyone know how I might go about breaking into the corn maze design field? " -Asked by @edcetera

A dance.

9:02AM Wed, May 11 2011

In reply to: " Can someone please tell me what a dougie is?! " -Asked by @lauren_vanhappy

Yep.

10:18AM Tue, April 19 2011

In reply to: " Do you hide Easter baskets at your house? I mean, does the Easter Bunny? " -Asked by @MarketingMamaMN

lol. Nope. Thought you were a cell phone spammer at first. Will do that. Thanks!

11:17AM Wed, April 06 2011

In reply to: " Can someone remind me to call about preschool tomorrow? " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

Won't hurt anything trying.

4:01PM Thu, March 03 2011

In reply to: " Does anyone have experience with starting swaddling at 7 weeks old? I haven't been doing it but wonder if it would help or just tick her off " -Asked by @MinnesotaJoY

Start packing?

2:36PM Tue, February 01 2011

In reply to: " How do I get the the apartment show worthy with too much stuff, 2 cats and a toddler? " -Asked by @LutherLiz

Lord almighty this class is pissing me off.

11:26PM Tue, January 18 2011

In reply to: " Oh, and can anyone tell me why you think it's OK to be late to anything? It's not OK. It's rude. " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

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LOL...I give you a pass, OK? It people who are late on purpose that piss me off. My dad's g-friend is like that...grr.

11:14PM Tue, January 18 2011

In reply to: " Oh, and can anyone tell me why you think it's OK to be late to anything? It's not OK. It's rude. " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

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But if you leave 10 mins earlier, does THAT work?

11:05PM Tue, January 18 2011

In reply to: " Oh, and can anyone tell me why you think it's OK to be late to anything? It's not OK. It's rude. " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

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it always does

11:34PM Thu, September 30 2010

In reply to: " Why does the StarTribune web site have a snowman in its weather graphic? " -Asked by @bloisolson

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Perez Hilton #justkidding

1:44PM Thu, August 19 2010

In reply to: " What is the defining author of the 20 somethings of today? Is it a book writer or a blog? " -Asked by @sandentotten

or just go with Veronica Christianson Jacobsen, cuz that's my maiden name. Pretty sure it's too late to change the ballot tho.

10:53AM Thu, June 24 2010

In reply to: " Does anyone know if a campaign can be won for less than $500? Probably not. Well, that Greene guy won and only paid the filing fee. So maybe " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

I can't afford the $322 that changing my name would cost. That would put me in debt!

10:03AM Thu, June 24 2010

In reply to: " Does anyone know if a campaign can be won for less than $500? Probably not. Well, that Greene guy won and only paid the filing fee. So maybe " -Asked by @vsjacobsen

I'm from there. consider sounds of late-nite perkins runs. also bands at staghead, city from top of barn bluff (esp fireworks)

3:02PM Wed, May 26 2010

In reply to: " Ever been to Red Wing MN? What are the coolest sounds to record? Any sound off the beaten path we should include in the #MNSounds project? " -Asked by @sandentotten