I just re-read my post from this afternoon; wow, it is bad! I wrote that before I took a nap, after the kids were going nuts.....I guess I am trying to say, PLEASE don't call CPS. But if you do, see if they have any tips for me!
Amber, thank you for your help and suggestions! I am going to try your new tally system for sure. I realized I forgot to include positive reinforcement in my disciplining list; maybe because I don't do it enough. This is something else I am going to work on! That girl (Danielle) is sensitive and does need lots of one on one time and hugs! I def. need to be better about that, and stop and take the time to do it! I am sure things will improve when I make the effort with that....any other suggestions from my "mom of the year" post?
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I know exactly where you were at when you wrote the post. I don't have any experience with the older kid struggles, but I totally relate.
When Connor was in his biting phase, I followed every bit of advice I found online, in books, from friends, and daycare. When nothing worked I was BEYOND frustrated. The last book I read was about positive discipline instead of focused on biting specifically. It covered all the good stuff Amber is talking about. Nothing really new, but a good reminder when I was in such a bad mental place about the biting. It helped me refocus and slow down in my reaction. His biting stopped within 2 weeks. I have no idea if he grew out of the stage or I really made a big change.
Good luck. And I wish I was there to have a glass of wine with you and vent!
Don't worry, Christy! I have been there so many times and vented and even posted about my frustration a few times :) We all get burned out and it's nice to have the support of friends to cheer you through the tough times. No one's judging. I have said many times that I will be earning big rewards in heaven because of what I've had to put up with my little Maya. She's a doll now though and brings me SO much joy. Hang in there and be positive and D will come out of this tough stage... I think :)
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