(wrestling with Dad)
Our latest concern with Bigdog is that he tends to be an aggressive little fellow. He likes to tackle, doggy pile, push, throw, pull, kick, and squeeze. His two favorites are pushing and throwing.
Anything that Bigdog gets in his little paws will eventually be thrown. He doesn't give things to you, he throws them at your face. To engage someone else in play he picks up a toy and chucks it at their head.
For Bigdog, pushing is also way to play. He is trying to get your attention and get you to wrestle him. Sean responds and they have a great time shoving each other and rolling around on the floor. Unfortunately other one-year-olds don't appreciate being pushed down every two minutes.
(Giving hugs)
I'm trying to fix these problems. I have been practicing a little game where we HAND toys GENTLY back and forth. For pushing I tell Bigdog to be gentle and give a hug or a high five. He thinks these are two great alternatives. Except that high fives can easily be perceived as hitting. Plus, when Bigdog gives a hug he proceeds to push the person down AFTERWARDS.
What's a mom to do?
2 comments:
You just sit back, sigh, and say "at least he is adorable."
i sure had a great time visiting you the other week... thanks for taking time to hang out and sorry i am lame and schedule visiting teaching on the wrong days. i simply adore you. thanks for holding my baby and giving me a onesie when she exploded. i seriously almost called you to come over and cut Charlie's hair for me this week.
i think you are doing fabulous in life- and i hope to hear soon how you are enjoying your new car! :)
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