Potty Update

Thanks to those that commented about the potty dilemma. There really isn't a right or wrong answer and its great to know everyone elses take on things. So I decided I would at least make an attempt to "try" and see how things go. So we started day one yesterday. Hooray! Mattie got acquainted with the potty. Sat on it, sang the "pee pee where are you?" song. Where are you is one of our speech sayings so why not throw that in too, huh? Then it was off to camp to pick up Abby. Then to the park and back home for a nap. Woke up and did the potty thing all over. Later, mommy and daddy went out for dinner so that pretty much sums up potty day one. No pee pee and not much practice. I can't say that mommy "tried" very hard. Day two....I just said forget trying today. We are going to a friend's for a picnic. I don't think we are off to a great start. We will "try" again on Monday, or Tues, or Wed..........

When to Potty Train?

This topic has been creeping into my mind. When do I start to potty train? I trained my two older girls around 2 years and 3 months and was successful. One weekend and really not many accidents that followed. I was pretty lucky. They say girls are easier. Well, something tells me that Mattie won't be that easy.

So I'm wondering whether I should try with her over the summer. She is 2 years and 4 months but let's face it, she doesn't have the communication skills that the older girls had at that age. I really don't know if she will "understand" the concept. I know what all the books say.....dry diapers at night, interest in the potty, yada, yada, yada......I don't think she is there yet. The summer is the best time since I have off to work with her....kind of....when I'm not dragging older kids all over the place. I really don't want this to be a pull my hair out kind of thing. Based on her "adjusted age" that's what I'm calling it....It may be really too soon. What are your thoughts?

Any advice or tips for those that have children with Down syndrome? When did you train or plan to train?

Wordless Wednesday; Spa Day

This one calls for a few words :-) This was taken a couple years ago. What is so funny about this one is that the girls thought this one up in the middle of winter when the temps were in the 30's.

"Spa Day"

Learning So Much

Mattie is getting into her independent stage. She really does not care for hand over hand anymore. She gets this little pouty face and will grunt when you try and help her. She has been getting a lot of practice time in with feeding since she insist on doing it herself. My baby is growing up~ Here is a video at breakfast time.

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Hot! Hot! Hot!

It's been so hot here, in the 100's! Even the bumblebees are looking for a way too cool off! We have found quite a few bee's going for a swim in Mattie's water table. Here is one that we found sunbathing along the pool of water. We've been staying inside with all the blinds closed to keep it cool in the house. The down side to that is boredom. I am ready to get out and do something! I can't wait for the heat to subside.

My plants seem to be fairing well despite the heat. I thought these looked so pretty.

After posting about Mattie's mischief, she still managed to find more trouble. This time it was pancake batter. Oh, what fun!

Special Exposure/Wordless Wednesday

Messy Girl

So Excited......

We have really been working with Mattie on her communication skills. Most of the time we have to initiate the conversation by asking questions or showing signs. She will usually repeat the sign or point to what she wants. On occasion, she will go to her highchair and shake it when she is hungry. That is about the closest we've been to initiating what she wants. I'm so excited because today she did something new! I was sitting on the couch and she comes into the living room from the dining room. She says to me "Toe Toe"(while she is signing too) and then goes into the kitchen and points to the bread sitting on the counter. She wants TOAST! She just told me what she wanted without me asking her anything. Hooray for small victories!! I can't wait to share with her speech therapist tomorrow!