Posts by Lulu0910

Anytime I'm in a grocery store, church etc.  It's only my 2.5YO toddler that is acting up.  Frankly there isn't a darn thing I can do to stop him.  Once he makes up his mind that he is going to be angry that's it. ...

This is tough on one hand I'm behind you 100% to wait.  On the other hand what do the OB's/midwives know that we don't.  I wish the best for you OP for what it matters it's the end result that counts. 

Key words I want to raise my children "violent free."  Toddler's by nature are "violent" but they do stop it with constant intervention.  It sounds like you just leave them to their own devices so of course your older DD...

Curious what age did you start to PT him? 

My DS is only 25MO but quite the handful.  Lately he is really into testing boundaries.  He refuses to wear clothes in the house wants to run around naked.  That's a struggle in itself that takes several times to get him...

Quote: Originally Posted by nstewart  I don't let my DS be a "brat" or scream for hours either.  I don't let him do what he wants.  I discipline him, but this is not synonymous with punishment. I distract...

Quote: Originally Posted by nstewart  If you understood brain development at all you would know that they are not doing it to be brats.  When a toddler has a melt down they are completely out of control, from a...

Timeouts saved my sanity!!!  For a short period between 22-24MO my DS's temper tantrums escalated.  The screaming, whining, hitting, throwing and I love how everyone is quick to say find the trigger!  Yeah good luck with...

OP here it's been a while since I've read my thread.  I'm happy so many women including myself found peace and joy regardless of their delivery.  Here I am 6 weeks pregnant and a very long ways away from giving birth. But...

First off I don't believe in spanking nor will I ever raise my hand.  I'm pregnant with #2 and losing patience with my 25MO DS.  He's regressed in his potty training.  I think it's due to the stress at home.  My DH...