sticker chart

Since day one of discovering that we would have a very different journey with Cam than with most kids, I've had an amazing support system. In addition to Chris--my mom, sister, and my friend Karen have been more supportive than I could possibly describe. The hours they have spent (via email or over the phone) analyzing, researching, and encouraging, are astounding. I don't know what I would have done without them.

Anyway, one of their brilliant ideas is one I'm currently implementing. I have realized that I HAVE to tackle the issue of Cam crying when Kendall cries. I noticed I had started a pattern of giving into EVERYTHING Kendall wanted, just so she wouldn't get upset. Obviously this is not a wise discipline strategy. I needed to help Cam get passed this.

So this morning Chris and I shared with Cam his new song, "It's OK! It's OK! It's OK when sissy cries!!!" I explained to him that every time Kendall cried, and he not only sang the song, but didn't cry himself, he would get a Skittle. Boy did he catch on quick!! Whenever she would start, he would look at me, smile, then sing his song...immediately followed by a request for a Skittle. This afternoon was a little harder for him as a couple times she cried much louder and longer. He teared up, but stuck it out and even sang his song (in his little shaky voice).

I'm very encouraged and made a chart this evening. The Skittles were flowing a little too heavily for my liking, so this way he'll have to earn several stickers before he gets a candy. :) I have his teacher on board as well and will make her a chart she can have at school. I'll let you know how we progress, but so far I'm feeling hopeful!!