Ok I know I have been so bad at blogging lately I promise to get better... I am in a blogging rut. When I think about getting on to update my mind kind of goes blank so I move onto something else then I forget to come back and update. So with that said...
First and foremost...Baby Avery is out of the hospital and doing wonderfully. She is absolutely precious. Thanks for all the prayers...I know the family is very grateful.
Ok so now onto some very important questions... As most of you know Breckin is on his way to being 2 1/2... we finally moved to a big boy bed about a month ago or so... Breckin loved his crib so much we just kept him in there until we felt like it was time to move him on out. We got him new furniture and bedding to get him excited for his new move. Things have actually gone pretty good...that is except nap times. He does not ever refuse to go to his room to take a nap he just refuses to lay down and actually fall asleep. While we think he is in his room sleeping away, we walk in his room to find that he has decided to get out his clothes, shoes, every book he owns off the shelf and anything else he can get his little 2 year old hands on. This has been an on going battle for about 2 weeks now. So does anyone have any suggestions on how I can get this child to take a nap? Or do they grow out of naps? Gosh I hope not... my little buddy has always been the best nap taker until he got in his new bed. He is a 3 and 4 hour napper so I sure hate to see those go bye bye... let me know if you have any suggestions... any input would be great!
All I have to say is no one ever tells you this kind of stuff...new beds, potty training, tantrums... whoa... a little overwhelming at times I must say...but totally worth it.
I just can not believe that my precious, innocent sweet baby boy is showing me such attitude these days...What happened?!?! We were feeling like such successful parents, all proud of the parenting we had done so far and then boom...one day it was like what!?! Where did my angel go that was sweet and submissive to our authority... So I guess it's true what they say... 2 is not necessarily terrible but sure is trying! So I guess if you have any suggestions on parenting books that would be great too!
Reece
Pants on your head, pants on your head, how you goin crawl around with your pants on your head....
2 of most favorite boys in the world
He wants to be just like his daddy!
My man with my other favorite boy
Me and my buddy!
Last picture before Reece was born
I was in labor in this picture...finally went to hospital 5 hrs later
Ella-We love you!
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'Bubby'
All of God's grace in one little face
About Me
- Brittany
- Most of you know me...My family is my life. My wonderful husband and my two precious boys keep my life going. They bring me more joy than one can ask for. I get through each day living on faith and family. No matter what comes our way we know we are living a Blessed Life.
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I just read Love and Logic Magic for Early Childhood by Jim Fay and Charles Fay. I have read several parenting/discipline books when I was teaching and this one is one of my favorites. It's all about giving kids choices and using empathy statements. It's a really quick read...I would suggest getting it. Anyways it would be perfect for Breckin's age because you would still be starting early. I used it on my VBS kids last week who were 4 year olds, and it actually worked great on MOST of them. Just a suggestion...good luck ;)
Wish that I had advice for you. I need some myself. Love you lots
Okay before you go calling my MIL at CPS, hear me out...
We had a nap issue a few months ago and now it's solved.
I used more of the approach from "To Train Up a Child"...it suggests that if you don't help your children to submit to your authority, they win and therefore have the control.
Noah was getting out of bed and the first time we talked to him and put him back in bed. The second time he went to time out and we told him that if he did it again he would get a spanking. Round 3, we spanked him and put him back. Round 4, another spanking.
I cannot remember how many times he did this, but each time he got a spnaking (or a swat on his leg). It took quite a few times, but eventually he stayed in bed and went to sleep. That was the last time it happened!
I know that sounds very harsh, but we knew if we let him get away with it, it would be the same battle every single day. He finally submitted and has done great.
I know that may be a little extreem for some, but for us it worked.
Next time, you can give me advice on our endless issues!
You must be talking about some other little boy. Little Breckin would never try authority :) He is the sweetest little boy ever. My favorite little boy by far!!! And I don't believe I am in the least bit biased! Love you all and miss you bunches!! Praying for you always!
Breckin is a sweet boy. The good thing is that he will grow out of that stage. Love and miss you all.
Brooke
It's so good to hear all about you guys. I don't have any advice on the napping because I haven't been there yet but as for the attitude, it will go away! It's just a stage. Keep your chin up and just hug on that precious little boy! I can't wait to see you guys very soon! I am so excited! Lots of love!
Brittany,
Hey there girl! I came across your blog from your sisters which is a fluke in itself. What a great surprise today to reconnect with two very special blasts from the past! Love your sweet pictures and your little guy is just precious. Can't wait to catch up and see how you are doing.
Keri (Baker) Melban
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