When we last checked in on T, we were starting a new school. He {and Sister} have been going for almost 2 months and things are...FABULOUS!
Trent has adapted so well, loves his new school and teacher and has made friends! He doesn't whine about going to school which is HUGE.
I also am using an essential oil mixture for SPD/ADHD, and I really think that is playing into things too.
I think part of the problem before was a lack of consistency. Trent spent Monday with my parents and Wednesday with Brent's parents and went to school Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Consistency is KEY for kids. Of course we had no clue when we set up our schedule like this and felt so blessed for our kids to get extra grandparent time. I felt bad at first that both kids were now going to school 5 days a week, but neither of them has skipped a beat!
Drew has also done amazing. If I am having trouble getting her to sit in her car seat, I will say 'We're going to see Ms. Jinny' {her teacher} and that little tushy plops down. She walks off from me w/ her backpack and is so big!
They started 'summer camp' this week, and Trent told me it was 'awesome' and that he didn't like it, he loved it! Made my mama heart swell!
We do still have a developmental pediatrician appointment coming up next month, and I'm curious how that will go. Our therapist thinks Trent is doing great, but she wants to hear what the pedi thinks about that... Might mean we add OT back or a behavioral therapist, so we'll see!
First day of summer camp
{Drew looks thrilled, no? But how cute are her pink shoes?!?!}
3 comments:
Thanks for the update. It's always good to hear what people are doing about behavioral things. I was actually thinking last night that I might do an update on Shelby on the blog and all her biting/hitting issues. I think I'll do that today.
It's good to know that the consistency is key.
I can see that. Especially since I'm sure the each set of grandparents has their own style of discipline/routine. Am I right? To be honest, I'm not sure about leaving Shelby with my parents at their house for an entire week because they sorta let her do whatever she wants! I understand they're grandparents but we're trying to establish some boundaries. Agree??
Such a great update!
Parenting is hard and we all just do our best and hope it works out, and it looks like for you IT IS! :)
I'm so glad things are getting better. I swear essential oils are like magic.
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