Its been a really long while. We are still settling down in our new home. Settling down for us is much more than just fixing the house and placing the furniture. As expected, there has been a rise in Avani's tantrums and mood swings. Cutting down on therapies has also resulted in an increase in hyperactivity and attention deficit.
Am missing the comfort of seeing the child progress in the care of professionals. Now everything is home based and obviously mommy-based. So far even I was more than occupied in arranging the house but now, as chores give way to mommy duties, am feeling the heat.
We haven't seen any regression in Avani's core skills but making new progress has been difficult I have to admit. She is just about killing time all day and then looks forward to swimming in evening desperately. Her body clock is set for 4:30 PM, when we start getting ready for the swim and if we are forced to skip it for any reason, then God save me the massive tantrum.
By the way, why do I feel like crying every time she is in pool? No, no miracle has happened. She hasn't championed swimming in flat two days and is on her way to becoming a child prodigy. In fact, swimming is not swimming exactly. Its just about floating around on her own and enjoying the water. The world belongs to children who are vocal. I think I cry because its a pain to see your child float around alone in some corner of the pool using accessories while all other kids her age are engaging endlessly with the coach. While they ask him multiple questions and do as he says, my kid pushes him away even at the feel of a touch.
My job is to just get Avani to the pool and then watch her from the side and sulk. But at least we do manage to use some energy in the process. That's the only positive take away.
Oh wait! Schools starts from the 1st of July...s@*#.. Yes, mainstream! zzzzz
Am missing the comfort of seeing the child progress in the care of professionals. Now everything is home based and obviously mommy-based. So far even I was more than occupied in arranging the house but now, as chores give way to mommy duties, am feeling the heat.
We haven't seen any regression in Avani's core skills but making new progress has been difficult I have to admit. She is just about killing time all day and then looks forward to swimming in evening desperately. Her body clock is set for 4:30 PM, when we start getting ready for the swim and if we are forced to skip it for any reason, then God save me the massive tantrum.
By the way, why do I feel like crying every time she is in pool? No, no miracle has happened. She hasn't championed swimming in flat two days and is on her way to becoming a child prodigy. In fact, swimming is not swimming exactly. Its just about floating around on her own and enjoying the water. The world belongs to children who are vocal. I think I cry because its a pain to see your child float around alone in some corner of the pool using accessories while all other kids her age are engaging endlessly with the coach. While they ask him multiple questions and do as he says, my kid pushes him away even at the feel of a touch.
My job is to just get Avani to the pool and then watch her from the side and sulk. But at least we do manage to use some energy in the process. That's the only positive take away.
Oh wait! Schools starts from the 1st of July...s@*#.. Yes, mainstream! zzzzz
First of all Many congratulation on new home. Its always a tough task, working Moms have that challenge always but you have been holding to it quite well and am sure in coming days all will be settled. Water is helping Avani to stay calm or atleast enjoy to her wishes. She will come out of odds as your regular therapies and hard work is not far which will yield fruits. God Bless you Preeti
ReplyDeleteKeep the good work Preeti... What I see is that she isn't afraid of water and loves it and she is calm. That is good for her too some calm time. and the swimming comes gradually she will figure out what works best for her. Great work and congratulations on new home!!!
ReplyDeleteHope therapies help your child. It requires a lot of dedication from parents. Have been listening to your show since very long time. Checked your blog for first time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for writing.
Hope therapies help your child. It requires a lot of dedication from parents. Have been listening to your show since very long time. Checked your blog for first time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for writing.