[teachergal]

Thank you for your reply. I do have the book what to expect ... and it is very helpful.

Mariela and I are going to theraplay sessions 1x/week. The therapist has us play games and do activities while staying in very close proximity to Mariela's face. I have a problem distinguishing when she looks away due to discomfort and when she looks away because she is so very curious about everything.

She also has me put lotion on her, wrap her up in a blanket and feed her. I don't have difficulties with these activities at home, but during theraplay they can be a bit difficult. I don't know if it is due to Mariela's comfort level or curiousity.

She wants to meet 8 times and then re-evaluate Mariela's progress. I wish I understood a little bit more than I do which is why I am trying to gain more information about the topic of attunement. I don't want to be the parent that says "my child has no problems..." however, I am having some difficulty seeing what the problem is, or perhaps I should say the degree of the problem.

Thank you again for your time. Any additional insights you have would be greatly appreciated.