Guest guest Posted January 1, 2003 Report Share Posted January 1, 2003 Hehe...toddler...I've decided that a toddler in general is a difficult experience. All the limit-testing, etc. I had heard about the " terrible twos " and thought surely it can't be that bad...must only happen to people who don't discipline their children...sheesh, so much for theories...the willful testing of anything and everything, the telling adults " no " whenever the mood strikes her, etc. But, on the up side, she will now come to you and hug you on her own, and tell you that she loves you, and that you are " important " . (2.5 years old, knows what important means.) It's a day-to-day battle over almost everything, except in those moments where she's feeling really sweet and loving. And you just never know which one it's gonna be. Basically, we just take it as it comes, and make sure she knows how she's supposed to be behaving. Most of the time, she'll listen if you tell her no or not to do something. If she doesn't cooperate, then we count to three. If we reach three, she gets a small spanking. She has already learned that Mommy means business if she starts counting, and will generally cooperate on two...or she'll try to hold your fingers together so you don't count anymore (I hold up my fingers when counting this out), or she'll tell you " don't count anymore! " Anyhow...good luck with yours... Shanna mom of Triana, age 2 wcf Re: iel--same story!! Dear , Who would EVER believe it? Your website gave me shivers, as the pics and dates were practically a mirror image of my memories over these past 21 months with my son, Jack! It's so amazing to me to think that another young couple (so very much like my husband, Quinn, and I) went through nearly the same ORDEALS at nearly the same time... and we've all survived it and have become more compassionate people/parents in the process! I am very much interested in sharing parenting ideas and any insights you may have of how to cope, not only with a toddler, but a toddler with CF! Please do not hesitate to write me personally at: paige_bolton@... PS--ASHTON is adorable!!!! Keep up your good work! ------------------------------------------- The opinions and information exchanged on this list should IN NO WAY be construed as medical advice. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CHANGING ANY MEDICATIONS OR TREATMENTS. ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2003 Report Share Posted January 1, 2003 Hehe...toddler...I've decided that a toddler in general is a difficult experience. All the limit-testing, etc. I had heard about the " terrible twos " and thought surely it can't be that bad...must only happen to people who don't discipline their children...sheesh, so much for theories...the willful testing of anything and everything, the telling adults " no " whenever the mood strikes her, etc. But, on the up side, she will now come to you and hug you on her own, and tell you that she loves you, and that you are " important " . (2.5 years old, knows what important means.) It's a day-to-day battle over almost everything, except in those moments where she's feeling really sweet and loving. And you just never know which one it's gonna be. Basically, we just take it as it comes, and make sure she knows how she's supposed to be behaving. Most of the time, she'll listen if you tell her no or not to do something. If she doesn't cooperate, then we count to three. If we reach three, she gets a small spanking. She has already learned that Mommy means business if she starts counting, and will generally cooperate on two...or she'll try to hold your fingers together so you don't count anymore (I hold up my fingers when counting this out), or she'll tell you " don't count anymore! " Anyhow...good luck with yours... Shanna mom of Triana, age 2 wcf Re: iel--same story!! Dear , Who would EVER believe it? Your website gave me shivers, as the pics and dates were practically a mirror image of my memories over these past 21 months with my son, Jack! It's so amazing to me to think that another young couple (so very much like my husband, Quinn, and I) went through nearly the same ORDEALS at nearly the same time... and we've all survived it and have become more compassionate people/parents in the process! I am very much interested in sharing parenting ideas and any insights you may have of how to cope, not only with a toddler, but a toddler with CF! Please do not hesitate to write me personally at: paige_bolton@... PS--ASHTON is adorable!!!! Keep up your good work! ------------------------------------------- The opinions and information exchanged on this list should IN NO WAY be construed as medical advice. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CHANGING ANY MEDICATIONS OR TREATMENTS. ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2003 Report Share Posted January 1, 2003 Hehe...toddler...I've decided that a toddler in general is a difficult experience. All the limit-testing, etc. I had heard about the " terrible twos " and thought surely it can't be that bad...must only happen to people who don't discipline their children...sheesh, so much for theories...the willful testing of anything and everything, the telling adults " no " whenever the mood strikes her, etc. But, on the up side, she will now come to you and hug you on her own, and tell you that she loves you, and that you are " important " . (2.5 years old, knows what important means.) It's a day-to-day battle over almost everything, except in those moments where she's feeling really sweet and loving. And you just never know which one it's gonna be. Basically, we just take it as it comes, and make sure she knows how she's supposed to be behaving. Most of the time, she'll listen if you tell her no or not to do something. If she doesn't cooperate, then we count to three. If we reach three, she gets a small spanking. She has already learned that Mommy means business if she starts counting, and will generally cooperate on two...or she'll try to hold your fingers together so you don't count anymore (I hold up my fingers when counting this out), or she'll tell you " don't count anymore! " Anyhow...good luck with yours... Shanna mom of Triana, age 2 wcf Re: iel--same story!! Dear , Who would EVER believe it? Your website gave me shivers, as the pics and dates were practically a mirror image of my memories over these past 21 months with my son, Jack! It's so amazing to me to think that another young couple (so very much like my husband, Quinn, and I) went through nearly the same ORDEALS at nearly the same time... and we've all survived it and have become more compassionate people/parents in the process! I am very much interested in sharing parenting ideas and any insights you may have of how to cope, not only with a toddler, but a toddler with CF! Please do not hesitate to write me personally at: paige_bolton@... PS--ASHTON is adorable!!!! Keep up your good work! ------------------------------------------- The opinions and information exchanged on this list should IN NO WAY be construed as medical advice. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE CHANGING ANY MEDICATIONS OR TREATMENTS. ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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