Ok... Sophie and Halle are TOTAL opposites. I always say, Sophie's strengths are Halle weaknesses and Halle's strengths are Sophie's weaknesses. Sophie was always so good in public and stood right by side. Halle runs like a wild animal and laughs. When I catch her, she says, "Bad, bad, bad, time out." When I pick her up, she arches out of my arms. She is so strong and frustrates me so bad. I can feel my stomach getting an ulcer. :)
Sophie's weakness is whining and drama. Halle is just wild and hilarious.
We went to a cheerleading competition tonight, and Halle was running out onto the floor with the cheerleaders, and when I would grab her she would scream and arch out of my arms. Josh said, "Yeah. Let's have a 3rd!"
What do I do???? How do I deal with the amount of energy in public? It's not a problem at home, just out and about.
Do any of you have this problem?
We have the same problems with Matthew. We're strongly considering a leash and a muzzle! Just kidding...well, maybe about the muzzle!
ReplyDeleteIt's good to know you are dealing with it too. I had my hand over her mouth tonight and restraining her with my arms to calm her down. So basically, a leash and a muzzle! She is wild! I asked a special ed teacher there if she need ritalin. She asked if she slept at night. 12 hours! I said. She said, "Then, NO!"
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to believe that Halle is like that after being with her today. She was a perfect, gentle angel! So sweet and calm. I'm sure she will outgrow this "wild stage" of hers. It's probably one of those things where she knows how to push your buttons. At least you know she is good when your not around :)
ReplyDeleteShe is sooo social. I think when she gets out in public, she gets so excited and can't control herself. She is running around laughing and talking to everyone. She laughs when I swoop her up. She is not as wild and physical at home.
ReplyDeleteThis is Ian and Anna. People have been telling me for the past two years it is either the second child or that she is a girl. Either way she is a little monster. She throws these unbelievable meltdown fits that make me want to meltdown. I don't have any great suggestions so if you get some, let me know.
ReplyDeleteI believe Parker will be like this too. If she isn't like this at home you may have to think about why she is like this in public. Is it because she is excited or overwhelmed by limitlessness and no boundries? Purely suggestions, don't know if they will work or not!:) Give her a job when you take her somewhere. (It may be best on the first few expeditions to take her alone when you really don't need anything). Explain that you need her to find the mustard, bread and butter that are on your list. Have her guide you where they are - do her job first then pick up the other items you need. Give her the choice to walk or ride in the cart. Explain what you are going to do before you go to the store (the cart the food everything), that way it's an adventure and she knows what is expected once you get there. Also, explain that if she chooses not to participate or she runs away from mommy or doesn't listen you will go back to the car. (This is why you go when you don't need anything). If she throws a fit or doesn't listen, tell her only that she made the choice not to listen, pick her up, go back to the car. Wait for 5 min. ask if she's ready, take her back in the store. Repeat if necessary. Don't be emotional. She will feed on your emotional cues. Let her know that what happens are due to her choices.
ReplyDeleteKnow that it won't work everytime (they are little monsters after all)! Also know that you may be spending some time in the car for awhile!!
Reading this makes me nervous about my baby, Carson. He is SUCH a smiley and social baby. Nathan was so much more reserved as a baby. I love that Carson is so full of personailty as a baby, but I am afraid that he is going to be the wild one too. :) Nathan is a pretty easy 3 year old when it comes to following rules, so I am sure that I will be in for it. :) My best advice is to stay consistent and follow through with your threats (as hard as that is). I have seen parents who don't do this with their kids, and they are paying for it now. :) I find with Nathan when I am really strict with him for a month or two, he finally gets it. :)
ReplyDeleteLauren was always pretty good in public but she had her moments. Graham is totally different--good in some ways and bad in others. If you find any good tricks, let me know! I know my mom always says consistency is key. Much easier said then done:)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! The reply from "hello from the Nagels" sounds like it is straight out of a textbook! Did it work?!?!?!?!
ReplyDeleteCan't help ya out on this one--no experience here! I'll just be your little prayer warrior, how 'bout that?
Who is my "prayer warrior"? Just wondering!
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