Where to begin? In an attempt to derail Max's recent fussiness/pickiness during feeding times, which has been translating into terrible tantrums (like when a certain mini-me is wrapped around my legs shrieking for food/attention/what-have-you, or when he is flinging the spoon back at me because he doesn't want what's on it, he wants applesauce), I have been making a concerted effort to give him more independence. It's easy to forget he's not a baby anymore, and with this, he should be learning how to do things. Allowing him to take leisurely walks to explore, dawdle; carry his (empty) tray to his high chair; stand on a step ladder so that he can see me prepare his meals; let him "use" adult utensils; wipe the table; climb down stairs without my help . . . 'cuz maybe if he feels like a big boy, he might act like one, right? << hahahahaaaaaaa >>
I've also been reading a bit about the Montessori approach, a topic which is frequently brought up amongst my moms group, and how it applies in practical life. It turns out that I already "do Montessori" at home without knowing that I did. Crazy, huh? Who would have ever thought teaching simple actions like "Hold this tray" involves so much level of detail and is considered a "thing"!
All in all, I think Operation Baby Independence Boot Camp is helping a little; now, instead of shrieks and hysterics while refusing my food, there is just some polite waving me off as he refuses my food, signing "No more, no more!"
Next up? Opening doors.
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