Dr. L was strong yet lovable with Girl and Dr. K was so sweet, I couldn't take it. We made a point to express our concerns and issues that we had with Dr. Anus and we told them that really the only thing we wanted was a practice that accepts us for who we are as first time parents. Silly questions and all..and their answer, there are no silly questions when you are a parent. Ah-Men!
Dr. L talked straight to Girl and expected her to answer politely, make eye contact and be well behaved. I was shocked at how well Girl responded. She pulled her usual, "I'm not talking" act but Dr. L didn't fall for it. She told Girl that she has four kids at home, one being 13 and Girl was 'nothing!" I loved that.
We discussed the potty issue and they agreed it was a power play because really all she can control in her life is two things. Potty and Food. So, she is acting appropriately for her age and she'll get it. They assured me. They didn't seem the least bit annoyed about her pamper.
She offered Girl cookies if and only if Girl said "please and thank you" and she offered Girl a lollipop after the consult was over but Girl could only eat it after dinner. Of course Girl fought it, but Dr. L just replied..."Well, then you don't get a lollipop." Plain and simple. How easy. I know.
And guess what? When we got home, Girl made sure that only after her dinner would she be able to eat the lollipop. I was floored.
Of course, I questioned my authority with Girl after the meeting because I felt that Girl looked a little bratty to the Doctors. But Mista set me straight. He had to remind me where she was just a year ago when she wouldn't even walk into the new place without a major meltdown. She seemed confident and sure of herself. Bratty, but confident. I'd rather that. I can reform bratty, I can't teach confidence...
So, all in all it went well. I like the Doctors and I think they are a good team. I liked the way they interacted with Girl and let her know they mean business but were soft and caring at the same time. I think I'll like it here. I hope.
I can't seem to stop questioning my abilities especially after meeting with doctors. I always feel like a schmuck. But I guess I'll just hafta get over that one. Just like Girl hasta get over her brattyness.
Yes, I had wine when I got home last night. A yummy Pino Grigio. Made everything seem a little better...
We have a birthday party to go to this evening...Get ready everyone!!!
And thank you for all the fantastic comments with my last few posts. Damnit I swear, I never had this many cool people in my life before...You guys all rock.
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On a totally unrelated note: This man is my new favorite. We watched the movie last night. "Is Nice!"
We went to go see my BFF's dog in "Day Care" at PetSmart while she's yukking it up in Las Vegas for her Birthday. This is what we found. "They having sexy time...is nice!"
16 comments:
How wonderful that you all like the new doctors! They sound so down to earth! We use bribes errrrr positive reinforcement a lot. The "If ... Then" statements get used a lot around here. "If you eat all your breakfast THEN we will go outside" for example. It does not always work but it works enough to keep at it.
You rock, so do not allow your confidence to be shaken.
If you're a parent and your confidence ISN'T shaken...there's something wrong!
So glad you like the new docs.
Good for you - and your new pediatricians!
Here's hoping it's the start of a wonderful relationship :)
I'm so happy the appointment went well! I know we all stress about our kids' milestones but you're great to acknowledge how far she has come!
I am so happy to hear that it all went well.
Sometimes it's just baby steps, hun!
Phew! Glad to hear it went well.
A good doc is hard to find. sounds like you've got a good one!
Girl,
They are always better for other people.....you know that!
AND:
Whose kid is not a little bratty?
NO-ONE's.....that whose! :)
I am so glad the doctor visit went well!
Borat was AWESOME! did you watch the extra footage with the supermarket manager?? omg, it was hysterical!
I have bumped into your icon/avatar more than once today, so I thought I'd better come along and take a peek.
Petsmart / petco = cheaper than the zoo on a rainy day.
Best wishes
Dr. Anus lol I am glad you found some great doctors and that things were put at ease. It is amazing how all children develop at different stages. My cousil Molly chose not to walk till she was three. Even now she is 4 but you would think that she is Jacob's age. They both play together and are best buds. Enjoy the b-day party.
Dr. Anus lol I am glad you found some great doctors and that things were put at ease. It is amazing how all children develop at different stages. My cousil Molly chose not to walk till she was three. Even now she is 4 but you would think that she is Jacob's age. They both play together and are best buds. Enjoy the b-day party.
Hailey has crazy tantrums sometimes and is incredibly strong-willed. It's a fine line between squashing her completely to get her to listen or letting her run around like a wild animal.
I'm still trying to find that line.
PS. I just tagged you, Chica.
Glad you got rid of that last Dr. Ass--I'm sorry I couldn't be as pleasant as you. Stick with your gut. It won't steer you wrong!
On an unrelated note, I think you need to consider going to BlogHer. I was thinking about the bloggers I really want to meet and you popped right up on that list. OTJ is going...she promises she won't leave me alone in a corner looking like a nerd. Whadda ya say?
I'm so glad you found a practice that you like. Don't worry about looking like shmuck. Doctors would rather have that than a know-it-all.
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