change of address and question
Jackiemark@aol.com
Tue, 11 Jun 1996 11:16:08 -0400
Last week I wrote several messages concerning my daughter Laura who is now
4.5yrs. and currently has epilepsy, esotopia, and delayed fine and gross
motor skills. The replies were wonderful and extremely helpful. We are still
trying to locate a Microsoft Easyball for her ---every store here in San
Antonio are out of it.
My next question involves her brother David who is 3 yrs. He was a preemie
but with no lasting effects. He is finally realizing that his sister is
receiving a lot of extra attention (specifically when she has a seizure or is
sick) and he is beginning to react in a VERY negative manner. We have tried
to explain to him that Laura has an illness etc...
He doesn't quite grasp what it means only what he sees. We try to give him
extra attention but in some respects that has made him MORE demanding.
Basically he is holding us hostage with guilt. How do we get ourselves out of
this box? He is the most wonderful child and I hate to see him so aggressive
and angry because he thinks that is the only way we will pay attention to
him. We have also tried positive reinforcement with lots of hugs and time
alone with each parent but this only works for a brief time before he reverts
back to agressive behavior. HELP ! !
I have also changed my email address to Jackiemark@aol.com
Any suggestions would be deeply appreciated
Going insane in San Antonio,
Jackie
Mom to Laura (30 week gestation now 4.5yr) and David (35 week gestation now 3
yr)
effective 6/11/96 my new email is Jackiemark @aol.com