When I last posted I had just met Gracie's new teacher at daycare and I was very optimistic. Gracie was starting to really take to her. While you would think that would be good news...not so much, as the teacher decided this age group wasn't for her and she quit. Friday was her last day. Gracie's really struggling at daycare right now and rather than hiring a new teacher they will be joining her room with another preschool room. I love the teacher in there, but the number of kids is pretty high and overwhelming for Gracie. We'll give it a little time to see if this will work for Gracie and if not, we'll begin the daycare search again. This makes me a little sad as there are so many things I really liked about this setting.
On Wednesday of last week Gracie had a GREAT day at school. She seems to really be working hard and starting to feel more comfortable and cooperative. I love her teacher at school, she is so awesome with Gracie. I just realized that Gracie only has 8 more days of school before summer break. I really like this teacher and this program. We were so fortunate to be able to transfer her so late in the year.
On Thursday we had Gracie's routine (every 4 month) appointment with her pediatric neurologist. Gracie was super chatty, loves the desk staff and Dr. N. She told Dr. N. that she wanted to Skype from her computer. That got a laugh. Gracie is doing great from a neurology standpoint. We did talk about Gracie's anxiety about transitions and the related tantrums that go with it. We want to continue to handle these with behavior management for right now, but if we don't see results or if things get worse we have a Plan B and a Plan C. Plan B is to give Gracie some Vitamin B6 and Omega 3 supplements. Some kiddos with Sotos Syndrome have found success with that. It's still more that we will have to put in her system, so we'll hold off as long as we can. Plan C is to try an anti-depressant for the anxiety issues. Kiddos with Sotos tend to find benefit with this as well. So not ready to go the route of Plan B & C quite yet, but it's nice to have those in our back pocket should we need them.
On Friday, Goofy came to daycare to visit. Gracie wanted nothing to do with Goofy, she watched him from afar. We had heard this, so were surprised to hear Gracie tell us how Goofy was at daycare over and over and over again all weekend. She kept telling us that "Goofy waved". I guess she was just taking it all in.
On Saturday and Sunday Gracie was in the best mood! She was happy and talkative, she dealt with frustrations and transitions beautifully. It was an incredibly delightful weekend for all us. Grandma and Grandpa D. have arrived in town for the summer, so they joined us for supper on Saturday night. Gracie was happy to see them, but was quiet as a mouse the whole time they were there. If she wanted anything she would whisper it in my ear. I guess she'll have to get used to them again.
Last night we went for a walk and it started to rain. Gracie had a ton of fun playing in the rain. It was cold, so we made her keep her hood on, but I can't wait for a warm summer rain. I think she will love playing in it.
Gracie was in a great mood this morning, until we got to daycare. She was close to tears when I left. That just breaks my heart. Hopefully her day is going better.
Have a great week. It sounds like it will be a bit warmer. I hope so.
Love,
Lisa, Jeff, and Gracie
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