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Mom, I’m an Aimer!

June 7, 2011 by PLAYTHISWAY Leave a Comment

Pee, and the washing thereof, has permanently discolored a portion of our powder-blue hue. It makes me smile every time I see it.
Children learn by making mistakes. We, as parents, have to let our children make those mistakes even if we can correct them before they happen.

We often have to let them make those mistakes again and again until they can learn by experience the right way to do things. When it comes to parenting twins, there is another dimension – fostering independence, avoiding situations for comparison, and making sure each child is treated as an independent person.

When my son was about to turn four and starting to use the potty by himself, let’s just say that aim was not a high priority. While his twin brother understood the concept of aim right from the get go, my son would run to the potty, lift the seat and stand there with his hands on his hips like Superman.

I spent weeks cleaning the mirrors, the floor, the trash can, and the bathroom counter (even having to throw away the toothbrushes a number of times!). I helped him, a little bit, but resisted the urge to stand over him and correct him. Instead, each time, I asked him to think about how he could get it to go all in the potty the next time.

One day, he ran into my room and proudly proclaimed, “Mom, I am an aimer!”

Something had finally clicked.

He was soooo happy!

He brought each member of the family into the bathroom over the next couple days to show off his new found skill. I am sure I could have helped him along and maybe saved a few toothbrushes and some towels, but I am sure he never would have been as proud if I stood over him each time and tried to help. He did it all by himself.

He was an aimer!
 

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About PLAYTHISWAY

Dr. Jen Canter, aka Dr. Jen® is a double board certified pediatrician, professor, researcher, published author, and, last but not least, mom to two sets of twins. In all her spare time, shes an entrepreneur! In 2008 she invented the U-Play Mat®, now licensed by Sassy Baby® for the mass-market baby toy category, and started a fun & cool adventure. Dr. Jen believes play can permeate every aspect of parenthood, from exercising and eating well to using love and laughter to raise happy, well-adjusted little people who can tackle anything life hands to them with creativity & self-assurance. Dr. Jen chronicles her journey as a professional and a mom, while at the same time sharing her hard-earned wisdom with warmth, wit and a healthy dose of humor. Because she understands the darker side of parenthood as one of a handful of Child Abuse Pediatricians nationwide, Dr. Jen is committed to leading a life filled with light & balance. Have a playdate with Dr. Jen by going to her website: www.playthisway.com Dr. Jen
Pediatrician, Mom of Two Sets of Twins
Inventor of the U-Play Mat
Website: www.playthisway.com
Twitter: @PLAYTHISWAY

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