Posts by Yuba_River

It actually sounds fine to me--like going in the Ergo makes him feel safe and sleepy, he fusses to wind down all the way to sleep, and then conks out. My DS2 often did that at that age. As long as it's just his sleepy fuss, I wouldn't...

My Ds was 3 1/4 when DS2 was born. He hadn't been weaned that long, but it had been a while since nursing a newborn. It actually felt a little awkward at first, but the learning process was much shorter. I did have sore nipples because I...

Very interesting--thanks for sharing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I agree that it sounds normal. They get pretty efficient at that age, and if you have a fast letdown and lots of milk, they can fill their belly in 5 minutes or even less. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

We have shared this struggle with my DS for a long time as well. With him, it got a ton better when he stopped napping, but even so he will still have times where it is very hard for him to fall asleep. Once he starts having a hard...

I did this as a kid, and still have favorites I love to reread. Rereading is actually great for building fluency--it will make her a faster reader. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm sorry it's so hard right now, Mama! It's sounds like you need some help and a break. For myself, I have much more patience and the kids are easier when I have been able to take care of myself--had a nap, walked with a friend,...

We went through the same thing. I think it's both. Three is a hard age, and having a new baby on the way is a big deal. Also, I was so tired the last few weeks, and that makes everything harder for everyone. Sent from my iPhone using...

These are such great responses. Reading them is making me feel less bad about this issue.   One thing I have been trying lately that I think is helping: It sounds funny, but I pretend DS is a little baby again. It is easy for...

I don't know the answer, but just wanted to say I struggle in exactly the same way, and I know what you mean. Hoping to hear some good ideas on this thread. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk