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Jun
13
comment How to handle an unethical relationship
It appears edits were made, but I don't believe the edits really make this answerable. Knowing the ages help, but since they are both adults, and because the only clarification provided as to the relationship between the OP and the brother is that the OP lives with the brother, and "watches out" for him, I don't see how answers here could provide practical answers beyond generic communication advice (which is exactly what the answer posted provides).
Jun
13
comment What pre-cautions are to be taken by parents in case of sore-throat, chest congestion and fever for toddlers?
To clarify, I wasn't suggesting either of those as examples for how the question should be edited, but rather as a general indication as to what direction the intent was. "What should I do to make sure my daughter isn't in danger" is pretty much specific medical advice, imo, which makes it off-topic. As @TorbenGundtofte-Bruun mentions, the question needs to be specific, as well as on-topic. As-is, the question is both too broad and covers portions that appear off-topic.
Jun
7
reviewed Approve suggested edit on How to handle an unethical relationship
Jun
7
awarded  Mortarboard
Jun
6
awarded  Enlightened
Jun
6
reviewed Approve suggested edit on How to deal with a 4 year old child who doesn't like parting with his friends?
Jun
6
comment How to handle an unethical relationship
It would also be helpful to provide more background information, such as the age of your brother and your cousin's daughter, why you were looking through his computer records (and is your brother aware that you might do so?), and why you feel there is a need to intervene (does this have something to do with the suspected suicide attempt?).
Jun
6
comment How to handle an unethical relationship
@AmitSingh My apologies for not responding sooner; I missed your reply. Parenting is indeed not limited to mother/father - son/daughter relationships, but it can't be assumed that every sibling will share some form of parental relationship (not every culture is the same), and nothing in your question as it is currently phrased provides sufficient information to really understand the roles in your relationship with your brother, or your cousin's daughter. If you could edit in more relevant information about the specific relationships, and then flag the question, we can re-evaluate.
Jun
6
comment How to inspire a 7 year old to accelerate reading efforts?
The complexity of the reading materials you list vary so widely that you can't really accurately compare them. There are definitely some comic books (see classics written by Alan Moore or Frank Miller) with more depth and complexity than many novels. There are plenty of novels that are quite simple; many are even geared for adults.
Jun
6
accepted How do I get play-doh out of the carpet?
Jun
5
awarded  Popular Question
Jun
4
comment How do I get play-doh out of the carpet?
Fortunately we do have wooden floors, and not wall-to-wall carpeting, so the carpet that now has a techni-colored mess embedded in it is easily replaceable :)
Jun
4
comment What pre-cautions are to be taken by parents in case of sore-throat, chest congestion and fever for toddlers?
What I mean is: what do you mean by "precautions"? Are you asking "what should I do to make my daughter feel better?", or "what should I do to make sure my daughter isn't in danger?", or something different?
Jun
4
comment What pre-cautions are to be taken by parents in case of sore-throat, chest congestion and fever for toddlers?
Could you clarify what you're looking for? Specific treatments for the symptoms? Suggestions for how to know if you should contact a doctor?
Jun
4
comment How can I find time to relax during my maternity leave?
+1 for a description of the realistic expectations of time commitment, and for the Moby!
Jun
4
comment How can I find time to relax during my maternity leave?
@user462608 For formatting changes, feel free to make your own edit, even if it is someone else's answer or question. If you have less than 1000 reputation (2000 on non-beta sites), your edit will appear in a queue for the community to review before it goes live. You will also earn small amounts of reputation is your edits are approved.
Jun
4
asked How do I get play-doh out of the carpet?
Jun
4
comment How can I find time to relax during my maternity leave?
Ah, I had forgotten that question. That's unfortunate. I had a bad relationship with my mother, and her actions surrounding the birth of my son made things much, much worse, so perhaps you are better off waiting. I've updated my answer to address opportunities for some of the hobbies you listed; programming seems unlikely, but I think you'll have opportunities for photography and meditation even without help :)
Jun
4
revised How can I find time to relax during my maternity leave?
addressed clarifications from the question
Jun
4
comment How can I find time to relax during my maternity leave?
To clarify further, your mother is interested in taking your child to her house for a few months and raising him/her separate from you, but she is unwilling to help in any other way (such as coming over to your house and helping out while you're present)?