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The proper way to "hold" a tantrumming child
There are times that I have a tantrummer and I let them tantrum in their room. But, there are also times I feel it more appropriate to "hold" them. It is so tricky and I have heard some of you talk about it. But, what is the best way? My kids are 2, 4, 5 and 7. I usually sit on the floor with my legs open and they sit in from of me with their backs to me. Then I can hold their arms while I cross their arms in from of them. And if they are kicking I can cross my legs on top of theirs. This usually works, though somtimes I have to reposition them as they are trying to get away. As soon as they are done screaming and trying to hurt them self or me, I let them sit on their own. What do you guys do?
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August 2005 - approved with 1st agency
October 2006 - 1st match (she lost the baby at 7 months)
November 2006- 2nd match
May 2007 - birthmom chose to parent
July 2007 - decided to switch agencies
Jan. 2008 - approved with agency #2
July 2008 - placed with our forever kids - sib set of 3
November 2008 - suprise phone call and we added their younger brother
March 24, 2009 - finalized adoptions for first 3
June 16, 2009 - finalize adoption for #4
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