She has to take sponge baths now because of her casts so I thought bath-time would be easier. Silly me! It isn't just that she doesn't like the idea of sitting in water, she just doesn't like water, period!
Well, I have been working hard at going slow and trying to get her to help and enjoy her little sponge baths rather than rushing through because she is crying hysterically. I have SLOWLY made progress with this. She still cries initially when she sees the towel and shampoo on the kitchen counter. She still screams when I undress her and lay her down on the towe but.....
I got these pictures tonight and had to share.
Helping bathe her body! Notice, she is NOT crying!
Helping shampoo her hair! Still no tears!
Playing in the sink! Is that a smile I see?
Ladies and Gentleman, she willingly stuck her finger in the running water!
3 comments:
Hooray for major victories!
I see the makings of an Olympic Swimmer! Good job, Claire.
Seriously, I have a child who dealt with major sensory issues and water was a problem for him when he was very small. Standing in a shower, the water felt like it was stinging him. Of course we didn't know this until he was old enough and verbal enough to explain. Going slowly is a great idea. Have you ever heard of brushing? It helps to make things feel less intense.
YEAH CLAIRE!!!
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