May 22, 2008
Gianna is 20 months old today!
Quick note: The dress that Auntie Susy gave Gigi a while back now fits PERFECTLY! It was super cute, but I didn't take a picture, because Papa has my camera. :0
Parenting note: Gigi threw two tantrums yesterday, one at nap time and the other at bed time. At nap time, Gigi got her way, because Grandma had come over to babysit and came to Gigi's rescue. At bed time, things were difficult, because Papa was packing, and Gigi wanted to be with him. Nevertheless, I did not give in to her ranting, and she ended up crying for an extended period of time, before she gave in and went to bed.
Today, Gigi took a long nap without a fuss, but at bedtime, she threw a tantrum again. BUT, this time, I used Dr. Harvey Karp's techniques, and the tantrum barely lasted a couple of minutes. I had read his book, The Happiest Toddler on the Block, a long time ago, but I didn't need to use his techniques until now, since Gianna never threw tantrums before the one she had a Connor's party.
The good news is that his techniques work! After following his tips, Gigi responded beautifully! She changed from a raving toddler to the sweet and cooperative little girl I know and love. I was amazed to see her climb into bed and go right to sleep without a fuss, after just having pitched a huge crying fit!
A special thanks to Auntie Maile Lum for her recommending Dr. Karp's books to me. :)
Quick note: The dress that Auntie Susy gave Gigi a while back now fits PERFECTLY! It was super cute, but I didn't take a picture, because Papa has my camera. :0
Parenting note: Gigi threw two tantrums yesterday, one at nap time and the other at bed time. At nap time, Gigi got her way, because Grandma had come over to babysit and came to Gigi's rescue. At bed time, things were difficult, because Papa was packing, and Gigi wanted to be with him. Nevertheless, I did not give in to her ranting, and she ended up crying for an extended period of time, before she gave in and went to bed.
Today, Gigi took a long nap without a fuss, but at bedtime, she threw a tantrum again. BUT, this time, I used Dr. Harvey Karp's techniques, and the tantrum barely lasted a couple of minutes. I had read his book, The Happiest Toddler on the Block, a long time ago, but I didn't need to use his techniques until now, since Gianna never threw tantrums before the one she had a Connor's party.
The good news is that his techniques work! After following his tips, Gigi responded beautifully! She changed from a raving toddler to the sweet and cooperative little girl I know and love. I was amazed to see her climb into bed and go right to sleep without a fuss, after just having pitched a huge crying fit!
A special thanks to Auntie Maile Lum for her recommending Dr. Karp's books to me. :)
posted by mama at 10:27 PM
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