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Let me just throw this out there-- why is our 3 1/2 year old having so many accidents after being potty-trained for almost a year?! Today was a bad day for "accidents." During resttime she went #2 in her panties-- actually a common theme. That's why I put accidents in quotes. Because it's so common (I mean it happens almost every day!), she must kind of know what's going on?! After an accident of this sort, should there be punishment... especially since it seems she knows better!? Anyways, that wasn't the only "accident" today. She also peed her pants-- and made a trail all the way to the potty. I assume that time she just waited too long. Anyways, just frustrating and another one of those parenting items where instict doesn't kick in with the ultimate solution. :) In other news, we found out nearly a month or so ago, that we are expecting babe #2. We're due March 30th. I am learning how to manage personal wellbeing (with morning sickness & tiredness) & parenting a toddler (with accidents, meldowns & messes on her part and less patience on my part). It's growing me. If anyone has any book suggestions on teaching a pre-schooler about becoming a big sister, I'm game. Also, our normally sweet Zoe (the 3 1/2 year old) has been kicking and hitting us quite a bit. Also normally will do everything BUT what we want her to do. Like if we say "come here," she'll try to do a somersault or jump around ... then when she finally comes, she will have taken the longest possible route. Any thoughts on this? All for now! Oooh, in coming weeks, there's going to be a book group starting for mom's on Monday nights. I'll keep you posted!! 2 comments from 2 users
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posted by
kellmafmarjathan
on Sep 2, 2008 at 01:43 PM
Find the book by Joanna Cole called "I'm a Big Sister"... When our DD was 3 and will be a big sister, it was about the same time Dora came out with an episode about being a big sister... and she loved Dora... so we watched it a lot too!!! Another thing I tried was to put her in a sibling class at Memorial Hospital but that didn't work out... I don't know if anyone else have tried that class (or if it's still offered today) but DD had to walk out of that class after 10 minutes because she was not interested and we didn't want to force her. posted by
Mom2CandC
on Sep 2, 2008 at 04:44 PM
Try setting the timer to remind her to go to the potty. I did this with son #1 as he seemed to have difficulty in determining when he had to go...or taking time from playing.... As far as hitting, do you have a reward system for good behavior? Try using something she REALLY likes as the motivator for good behavior and no accidents. (Thomas the train is my youngest son's love, so the lure of a new train, or a DVD, book or something else that he really wants is just the ticket). Just my suggestions....good luck!
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