Couple of funny kids, crazy dogs, and parents who don't feel old enough to be parents.
February 3, 2014
A new plan for baths
Eli has never been a fan of baths. I've tried to bathe him in the sink, in the spa tub that Jonah LOVED, and in the big bath by propping him against my legs. On a good day he tolerates it until I get him out, then he starts crying. Then I had an epiphany! I remember how much fun Trey and Jonah used to have in the bath before they moved to showers, so maybe Eli just needed some entertainment. I put him in the bath with Jonah in his bumbo (which I'm sure there is a warning against). He actually smiles and laughs now! And it's good for Jonah to play "helpful older brother" and have a way to help with Eli. I probably lay on the praise a little thick, but usually he's so in Eli's face that we ask him to move away, so I want to make sure he has something to be proud of when it comes to helping with Eli.