Tuesday, December 21, 2010

I’ve learned a lot about potty training in the last two days.  What has surprised me the most is the amount of bonding that takes place between the two of you.  Maybe it’s because your entire schedule is blocked off and it’s just the two of you focused on each other.  What an amazing two days it has been!  We even snuggled up on the couch and took a nap.  For those of you who know Olivia. . .you know that she’s not always a snuggler so it will be a very cherished memory.  We’ve had some successes (dry diapers overnight and during nap, pee pee  in the potty) and some setbacks, but I’m trying to make it a pleasant experience for both of us.  Some might think Olivia is certainly old enough, but they don’t understand that developmentally, she’s still a bit behind.  She struggles with the fine motor skills that would allow her to dress and undress by herself.   She still does not have all the readiness signs of potty training. . .even though her age would suggest otherwise.  But, she’s doing a fabulous job and I’m super proud of her.   I don’t believe in forcing a child to be potty trained whenever society says they should be ready, but when they are truly ready.  As a mother, I’m taking her cues and responding to them the best I can.  She’s always done everything on her own timetable, after all.   Great job today, Olivia!  Mommy and daddy are so proud!