I just want to TP someone but I'm not sure who. DS has been having horrendous drop offs and DC for about a week. I know it's just a phase, but it kills me to leave him when he's crying. I welcome any advice, although I think I just have to keep on keeping on.
We talk about school before we leave, he usually ignores me or says he wants to stay home. I remind him of all the fun things at school.
No electronics in the car on the way.
We walk in together and he's a little shy. I give one big hug and kiss and tell him I'll see him after his nap. Then the screaming starts. I literally have to peel him off and hand him to his teacher. I say I love you and leave.
melody330 I was so livid reading that article. Eff you, I'll wear graphic tees and mismatched socks as much as I want, it doesn't make me any less of an adult.
And it sounds like you are doing everything right. How old is your son? For a while it helped to allow my 3 year old wave to me from his classroom window because it faced the parking lot, but that might rile him up more since it sounds like his is a bit more intense.
melody330 I was so livid reading that article. Eff you, I'll wear graphic tees and mismatched socks as much as I want, it doesn't make me any less of an adult.
And it sounds like you are doing everything right. How old is your son? For a while it helped to allow my 3 year old wave to me from his classroom window because it faced the parking lot, but that might rile him up more since it sounds like his is a bit more intense.
He's almost 2.5. I usually do wave to him out the window too, but he's screaming so bad that he doesn't even see me. His teacher texted me and said he's fine now, it ended quickly.
melody330 I was so livid reading that article. Eff you, I'll wear graphic tees and mismatched socks as much as I want, it doesn't make me any less of an adult.
And it sounds like you are doing everything right. How old is your son? For a while it helped to allow my 3 year old wave to me from his classroom window because it faced the parking lot, but that might rile him up more since it sounds like his is a bit more intense.
He's almost 2.5. I usually do wave to him out the window too, but he's screaming so bad that he doesn't even see me. His teacher texted me and said he's fine now, it ended quickly.
That's pretty typical for that age. I used to teach a classroom of two year olds and it was rough. Do they have family pictures hanging up? I would always take the kids over to the pictures and talk about their family and how hey will be back, or get them engaged ASAP in an activity they loved, like helping feed our fish. But honestly if you are consistent with the drop off routine he will realize that screaming won't get you to stay longer and give up on it.
melody330, I agree it sounds like you are doing everything you can do and eventually it will get better. Usually the crying ends very shortly after you leave and they are happy and fine the rest of the day. When DS went through the crying phase his teachers used to sit him down and read him a book and he loved that. I know it is heartbreaking but it does get better with time and as they get older.
AFM, I am trying to work but I have very little motivation...
sarcaztic10 thanks, I appreciate you saying that. Most of the time I am pretty confident in my parenting abilities, but I hate when I can't "fix " things like this.
I took off today, even though there are only 8 days left of school. I had no motivation either
melody330, my 3.5 year old throws a fit at least once a week at drop-off, and I can't seem to do anything about it. It just depends on her mood. Sounds like you're doing the right things in trying to avoid it, but it's not your fault. Kids be crazy.
melody330 it sounds like you're doing everything right. DD is almost 4.5 and still has occasional trouble at school drop off (9/10 times it is a Monday).
melody330 I was so livid reading that article. Eff you, I'll wear graphic tees and mismatched socks as much as I want, it doesn't make me any less of an adult.
Also, who cares if it does make you look less of an adult?
melody330 it sounds like you're doing everything right. DD is almost 4.5 and still has occasional trouble at school drop off (9/10 times it is a Monday).
Ah yes, the dreaded Monday. Dinner time on Mondays is such a disaster.
Post by littlesthobo on Jun 7, 2016 10:24:36 GMT -5
DS has a double ear infection and a sinus infection. The antibiotics are giving him diarrhea which in turn has given him an awful diaper rash. I've had to change him three times this morning and each time was a screamfest.
I don't feel great myself and am ready for this day to be done.
Post by housecarder on Jun 7, 2016 10:37:49 GMT -5
tikoberry99 I wish we had a lazy boy some nights so I could sleep upright to avoid the acid. littlesthobo I'm sorry you guys aren't feeling well. Is he still on the antibiotics? DD used to get fungal infections after a round of antibiotics so the only thing that would clear up the rash was anti fungal cream.
H took the kids to the pool and I have the house to myself to nap! I'm going to enjoy the silence.
We lost power last night two minutes after we got into bed, so it was dead silent (I have to sleep with a fan on for noise) and got hot quickly because it was still in the 70s out at almost midnight. I love my H of course but MOTHER OF GOD that man is a loud sleeper, who was even louder thanks to the silence. He makes these weird moaning/sighing sounds randomly and then snores anytime he's on his back. I thought last night might be the night I murder him. I was hot, cranky, and couldn't get to sleep because the guy kept flipping over onto his back and then when I'd shove him he wouldn't roll back over. The thought of donkey kicking him out of the bed and making him go sleep on the couch was VERY tempting haha
housecarder while I agree that people (especially women) should never be told what they can and cannot wear, I can agree with some of the styles listed in that article. But it's not a "don't wear it if you're over 30" it's a "no one should ever wear that no matter what they look like" haha. My mom is obsessed with Forever 21, it's honestly a little embarrassing. I don't even shop there, yet here's my almost 60 year old mom constantly shopping in the store, trying on clothing that people 10 years younger than me are also looking at. I think she's a little in denial over her age though, so there's that.
Post by jewelsofthenile on Jun 7, 2016 11:59:43 GMT -5
mcktymck my husband makes those noises in addition to some random mouth clicks and snoring I sleep though most of them now but man its weird. And it can be so annoying.
housecarder while I agree that people (especially women) should never be told what they can and cannot wear, I can agree with some of the styles listed in that article. But it's not a "don't wear it if you're over 30" it's a "no one should ever wear that no matter what they look like" haha. My mom is obsessed with Forever 21, it's honestly a little embarrassing. I don't even shop there, yet here's my almost 60 year old mom constantly shopping in the store, trying on clothing that people 10 years younger than me are also looking at. I think she's a little in denial over her age though, so there's that.
I had the same thoughts about some of the items... Like those fur boots! Yikes! And based on some of the things you've said about your mom, I am not shocked she shops at Forever 21! Oh dear!
Post by littlesthobo on Jun 7, 2016 12:02:52 GMT -5
housecarder he just started the antibiotics yesterday. I do have some anti fungal cream, I'll try that if the Desitin doesn't work. When he gets up from his nap we're going to pop over to the grocery store for some probiotic yogurt, hopefully that helps stop the diarrhea. Thanks!
mcktymck my husband makes those noises in addition to some random mouth clicks and snoring I sleep though most of them now but man its weird. And it can be so annoying.
If I can fall asleep before the snoring/other odd noises start then I'm good! But he has a knack for somehow knowing in a dead sleep that I am awake (usually just getting back from a MOTN pee) and will start up with it. He tried telling me a few days ago that because it was the weekend and I got to sleep in, to just suck it up and deal with the snoring since he had to get up early for work. That got a big laugh and a "no way in hell" out of me. He also does weird twitchy things with his hands and legs, I don't understand how someone can be SO active when they're sleeping. Just lay there damn it!
Post by jewelsofthenile on Jun 7, 2016 12:28:36 GMT -5
mcktymck I have no idea my husband is a heavy sleeper though. He can sleep though crying babies and multiple alarms. Since i am such a light sleeper i have a hard time with that. I do know his sleep noises are worse after a night of drinking though.
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