What Do You Do When Parents INSIST The Behavior Only Happens Here

[Blackcat31]

Thank you for your post. You are so right. I just hated to call her on all of it. I just want people to be honest! But thank you!

I know, it irks me too but really since WE are the ones who normally have to deal with the consequences of parents who aren't honest, we have to put our foot down and insist on honesty or simply tell them it isn't going to work to care for their child.

This mom did exactly as most people do and admitted to you exactly what you already knew when you called her out. So, it IS worth being kind of stern with the parents. It IS hard but the results make your job so much more enjoyable.

Good job using your backbone! The good thing now is, YOU know how good it feels and it WILL be easier from now on.... I promise!

[cheerfuldom]

Definitely get some soothing options for him, you cannot be holding all day. I would try a bouncer and swing. you can also try the motion glider. one of my provider friends loves that for her tiny babies. I can't remember what the initial posts said but if you have ruled out any medical reasons and it really is just general fussiness and unhappiness then you might need to go with lots of floor play and just really see what he can do if he is getting consistent "no motion" time. He will have to get there eventually anyway. Also, play with his naps and feedings, there could be a simple solution there. It is possible that he is just tired and overstimulated. for some kids, the constant motion is actually too much, not helpful and not calming. It does take time to figure all this out and the best plan is to have mom at least aware of the problem and hopefully, working towards a solution.