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As a super introvert who struggled because my mom moved us every couple of years throughout school, I would just like to add something that may not go over too well with everyone. I wish if my parents could have done anything looking back it is that if they had told me often enough that I may never love social situations and that's OK. I think I wouldn't have struggled as much. I was always being told just immerse yourself, take advantage of every social opportunity, repeat, repeat, repeat, and it will get better. Guess what? It never did. And all I felt was constant failure. I feel now if I was coming at it from a point of view of hey, this is something I'm never gonna love, and I'm never gonna feel I'm getting any better, but that's OK because I have superpowers in other areas where I shine. It literally took a therapist in my mid 40s telling me "Hey you are a rock star in multiple areas and social situations are not your thing." Sad that it was that many years of feeling like I was failing before I could be free from an expectation that if I just did this or that I could navigate new and social situations. Just my two cents.
I LOVE this!!! As a fellow introvert I'm going to start telling myself this as well. You DO have superpowers and I bet those superpowers are just as awesome as being extroverted or thriving in social situations!!!
Also a super introvert here because I also moved schools every few months. I went to 9 different schools and as soon as I’d make friends we’d be moving again. I also was told to immerse myself in social situations and everything would be fine. It was indeed not fine. I had such bad anxiety every day in school. I had panic attacks and at the time I didn’t know what they were. I would shake and cry. It was horrible. I then went to my mom at the age of 16 and asked about homeschool. We did homeschool until I graduated. It was so much better. But if someone would of told me it’s ok to not like being social instead of pushing me to be social and sign up for every extracurricular I could then I think I would of been ok.
Thanks for sharing! It took me years to realize that I had social anxiety growing up. Can relate to not “outgrowing” how I felt in social situations.
I have a daughter with this. How have you coped with job interviews, working, college etc?
This this this! I suffered from the same issues (plus undiagnosed Autism). My Mother was a massive extrovert and just spent my entire childhood trying to convince me that I would eventually "bloom". Instead I was friendless and blamed myself for it. Then as a young adult turned to excessive alcohol use to mask my anxiety in social situations. It wasn't until my 40s that I was able to just accept I'm an introvert.
I’ve taught toddlers for many years. One of the things I always recommend to parents is instill confidence in your kids. Set them up for success while walking in. “Gigi you are going to have such a great day. You are going to learn about dinosaurs. You are going to play on the playground. You are going to play with Hannah. That is so cool. I cannot wait to hear all about it when I pick you up.” If you show you’re excited for them then they will be too. Then it is a matter of I love you. I’ll see you soon. Hug. Kiss. Goodbye. Don’t linger. If you linger it tells them wait. Mom is staying. Maybe there is something unsafe here. Don’t know if you are already doing these things but if not see if they help.
When our daughter was a preschooler we gave her a locket with a picture of our family in it so she could look at it when she was sad. It really seemed to help.
This is so cute 🥹
I love this idea. Buying a locket soon.
This is a wonderful idea. I have two granddaughters, so I might be buying them each one!
My mom did this for me but it was just a fridge magnet that held a picture of me and my mom in it. She told me to look at it whenever I missed her at school. It did help me. I still have the magnet in my nightstand today 25 years later.
Love this idea!
I'm 61. I still remember my dad would give me a little heart with candy or a plush every Valentine's Day. They are such good memories. So it's really nice that you want to start your own traditions. They will remember the rest of their lives.
My Dad did the same...Such nice memories of him. ❣️
If your vlogs were 4 hours long I would absolutely love it! I “hang out” with you all the time while I’m doing productive things and it helps to feel like I’m hanging out with a friend while I get stuff done!!
Currently a medical student and one of the most challenging things about our healthcare system is that it's so hard to find a doctor that you can actually talk to and to get around all the red tape!! I'm planning to go into primary care and I hope to be accessible to my patients like the doctor you described. I'm so glad you found a doctor that works for you!!
This blows my mind! We have such easy access to doctors. And when i call our doctor most days she will see me the same day. Its crazy that in the US that is impossible 😢
I used to work as a preschool teaching assistant, and what seemed to work best for the kids who would cry before school was when the parents were just super matter-of-fact and upbeat when dropping them off. Like, "Okay, see you later!" and just left right away. The children pretty much always shifted mindsets very quickly and got into "school mode" more easily. With the parents or nannies that were very reassuring and would give their kids long hugs and told them how much they were loved, it almost seemed to make the problem worse. It's like the little ones saw the validation of their emotions from adults as, yes, school is something to be upset about and I need comforting for. Children who saw that their parents treating it like absolutely no big deal started to take that example and accepted it as a non-issue. And then enthusiasm/encouragement upon picking them up and asking about their day helped instill a lot of confidence.
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One of my daughters struggled with going to school in kindergarten. One of her daycare teachers asked me for a picture of her and I and she took the picture, cut it so it was small, laminated it, and made it into a necklace with yarn. So when she was having a hard time, she looked at the picture. She wore that necklace everyday of kindergarten and it helped tremendously.
My youngest daughter is now 21 yrs old and she was very shy as a child. She cried at drop offs and was pretty stubborn with not liking certain people. She would accept it usually after I was gone. She needed activities she engaged in and could excel in. She did very well in school and took leadership roles in school things. She now is in her last year of college. You’re really smart to not to over protect your child from experiencing life’s realities. I say speaking to them in real ways and express hardships you & your husband had with growing up and what you did to overcome those times is constructive. One of the best compliments my oldest daughter gave me as a mother is that I showed her that if you can’t figure out things yourself that getting help is the smart thing to do & getting a counselor. Sometimes a person doesn’t know what’s wrong. The way I see it now is that it’s better for our children to experience hard times when learning while they are being supported by loving parents rather then later when these same children/people can’t understand why others don’t do what their parents used to do for them. It really disables them socially and sets them back in interactions with others in the real world. You seem to have a good perspective on child rearing and I get that it’s hard to see them suffer but just know it’s better for them to learn to be strong early then to be weak later. Like a plant that has good roots will thrive later and grow better once it adapts to it’s environment and overcomes obstacles 😀👍
Just chiming in to say what many have said, but as a previous pre-k paraprofessional, the painfully shy kids take a long time with a lot of positive reinforcement and lots of patience and consistency and they do come around but there has be lots of love and patience coming from everyone around! Definitely talk to her teachers and express that you would really appreciate team work, parents and teachers make the difference 💖💖 but it does get better she just needs to feel safe and seen! Which im sure you are already doing so basically, just keep going mama! You got this.
Bargains -n- buttholes😂😂😂You guys are my people!! My daughter is 22, and we still leave each other notes:) When I get a note from MY mom(I’m 48), I always smile. It warms my heart.
Your skin looks INCREDIBLE in this video! If you wore the same foundation throughout, please please share! 🙏🏼
I was going to post this comment too! I’m at the target parking lot car chat and your skin looks amazing!
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I LoVe all the encouraging words all the moms have shared in the comments in regards to Gigi's experiences at school. I didn't read all of them, so if someone else has touched on this, Hi-5 to us,lol! I have helped to raise a few tiny humans myself that had struggles with going to school. School is one of the first places we get to learn about ourselves and find out things we are good at and sometimes not so good at. When we're young, we don't always know how to process those feelings, so they can manifest in a fight or flight response. When you do your after-school chats with Gigi, maybe you can ask her what her favorite and not so favorite parts of the day are and see how you can encourage her through the not so favorite parts! Another possibility may be social/separation anxiety. Being away from her comfort zone(i.e. Mum and Dad, and baby sis) may be taking a toll on her. So maybe you can give her a little trinket like a charm bracelet or necklace to remind her of you guys when she's away. Lastly, I don't like to say it, but it's a sad fact we have to deal with...let her know that if there are kids and or teachers that are making her feel uncomfortable or not being so nice, she should never be afraid to tell you and daddy! I'm praying the clouds lift and she gets back to that excitement for school!
Love this response so much!! I think you hit all the high points!
Beautifully said, 🙏🏼 this brought tears to my eyes. ♥️
I have triplets that are super close but one is a total momma’s girl and would cry and cry when I dropped her off at preschool. In kindergarten, she was fine on the bus but if I volunteered in her glass and when I left she would have a fit. Having a picture she can look at helped, we also let her bring in a special toy (preschool) that she had to keep in her backpack but could give a quick hug to when she was feeling overwhelmed.
She also had the benefit of having her sisters with her when she was sad.
The other two were all ‘hi mom/bye mom!’
A friend of mine's grand-daughter was going through the same thing at school. She sewed a button onto the waistband of her uniform, and told her to touch the button when she was feeling anxious or scared or just plain missing her mum & dad. It works for them. When it's been a good day she tells her family that she didn't need to touch the button. With the "airwrap", I've seen lots of people using it and they all hold it vertically rather than horizontally. Maybe that's worth a try. It does give pretty curls, but I also think that your natural waves are nice too.
As for miss Gigi with school, I was so shy it held me back from everything. I'm STILL shy at 23 yo. But going through the entirety of schooling and now the workplace, the best thing is understanding I dont have to love it. Its often pushed that you make a million friends and it's so fun, but understanding that realistically? It's not always fun, and that's OK. Once the idealisation was gone, I was able to judt be comfortable in my little circle, make some true friends, and learn how to just be social enough and go into a " school/work persona" that works well for me.
Hi Jess!!! Your videos are NEVER too long!
When my daughter was that age, she went through the same thing. And I used bribery lol. I know I know. But hey it worked. At the end of the week I would take her to the store and let her get a little toy- or get a special treat (ice cream generally) It made a HUGE difference. She went back to loving preschool and my heart wasn't breaking every day. Love to you all! ❤️
It makes sense! Esp for a shy and anxious kid (like I was) having that special time with a parent after so much time away from home was really awesome and made me feel much more secure :)
We moved around a lot the first few years of my life, so new schools were nothing new to me. When I hit the 3rd grade, though, for some reason I would panic. I would cry when my dad would drop me off. So a beautiful memory I still have with him is his kneeling and asking if I needed him for a little longer, and of course I would say yes. He would chat with the teacher as I would settle into the classroom with my friends. If I would look up, he was there. He would smile and that would calm me down. After a while, my panic diminished and he no longer had to stay, but the memory lives on.
I felt betrayed when you said, “A store near me called…. Ollie’s.” Definitely said Myer out loud by myself🤣🤦🏼♀️
Meijer. Not saying that to be a picky person who corrects others, but I kind of love the way that infamous store spells it. 😉
Omg me too 😂
ME TOO
My little man has struggled with being so so shy. He’s in 1st grade now and he’s thriving and loving it FINALLY! One thing we do is regular mental health days. My teen get to pick 2 mental health days per quarter at school IF she hasn’t been sick and already missed days. For the younger boy I pick a day once or twice every couple months and let him stay home and recharge. I’m able to do that because of my own schedule, so I know so many can’t just do that, but highly recommend teaching our kiddos young that rest is just as important as doing well and working hard.
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Hey Jess, I just want to share my experience. My daughter is a month older than Gigi, and she had a very hard time when she started going to a new preschool last December. She cried when I dropped her off as well as nap time. But just like Gigi, once she was there she had fun. The crying went for literally a month though… I finally decided to try the reward system. Similar to potty training, we have a board where she puts a magnet every day when she’s brave and doesn’t cry. Then, when she has a week’s worth of magnets (5 days), we get her a gift that she wants. Honestly, we weren’t able to put the magnets for a while lol. There were ups and downs, but now she doesn’t cry (except some Mondays, she gets a bit teary). Now, she’s not even focused on the magnets too. She forgets about it lol. I think she accepted reality that she needs to go to school, and she also enjoys it.
This is just my experience. The method I used might not be the ideal way, but it worked for us! I also just want to tell you that I know how you feel right now about your daughter hating school. Hopefully Gigi can get through this!! 💕
Expresso is life ❤️ love the valentines day idea for the kids
These makeup colors you're wearing in this video look fantastic on you. That rose lip is perfection!
My Daughter is a week away from 11, but everything you say about Gigi reminds me of her when D was little. Outgoing with and gravitates towards adults more shy with kids unless she has like 1 bestie. I don’t know if I exactly have advice but to say I’ve been there, and same with your saying she gets it from me so I’m projecting. I always felt like she would cry harder or be clingier when I was also feeling stressed. D is older still my more socially awkward kid still my worry but my kid that I’ve had parents stop me and say “your daughter is the sweetest, I encourage my kids to be better friends with her” being a parent is a wild ride… my 2nd child he’s sooo different! 🙃
I literally kept my daughter and son home today bc my daughter started crying at drop off.. I’m gonna have them go tomorrow but it is heartbreaking. I try and make our morning slow and for them so they can feel more content with going and doing their own thing, I wish you the best luck with that, when they struggle we struggle with them❤
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I love long vlogs! Really interested for your updates on the hair dryer/curling iron. I've never been good at curling my hair, so I just wear it in ponytails or straight.
When i was little i was super attached to my mom & never wanted to go to school & i always felt like i was missing out on fun stuff at home. It might help if you tell her that you're doing stuff she doesn't enjoy, like you have to work, do laundry, dishes, etc. & that she's lucky bc she can go have fun w her friends. Maybe it'll help ❤
My Dad and my brother were both educators, teachers that worked their way up to principals and superintendents. My Dad was the calm one and my bother was the more fiery one but with a soft spot for young children. Where they were the same was on the topic of young children at school. We start them out earlier than ever and because of this those earlier fears can linger even as they grow older, even as they enjoy school. They have both said that simplified routines of preparation, an attitude that you are doing this because learning is important, and for parents to not linger at school with the good intentions of making it better often make it worse because it is delaying the inevitable. Of course all children are different but they found that those were not the vast majority of children so you have special cases of dealing with them in specific ways. To sum it up, adopt an attitude of this specific thing of you are going to school, it will never not be an option to not go, and just reinforce that repeatedly. Simplify morning routines for less stress and, although it may be difficult, let them out and drive off. Let the teachers take over and trust the process. If it is ongoing and never gets better or if your child is one that is shy, is really having trouble all of the time….try the school counselor. Also talk to the teachers she will interact with in the morning and let them know she is having problems. They have skills to help her with her difficulties. I can easily tell you that with me, my brothers and with my nieces and nephews we had this idea in our head that not going was not an option, ever. I asked my Mom one time how they accomplished this and she said it was that repetition of the fact that this is never an option. And, most important from my Mom, parents present a United Front on this, no slipping, no chance of one being weaker and more likely to be more sympathetic. United front. I am sure I will get comments that this seems extreme and harsh and mean and that is okay. Mainly because I know it works and it solidifies the idea that hey, with school I have no options but to go. 💗
As a prek teacher some students have a hard time getting back into the routine after winter break. Not sure when this video was filmed. You are doing the right thing by keeping her in school.
What helped my little one was small play dates with class friends outside of school. Build friendships gave her a sense of comfort when she went back to school.
I was painfully shy as a child and dealt with a lot of social anxiety around school throughout my teens. Having a few friends is always helpful. Also a family who knows how to be encouraging without pushing too far. I'm sure she'll be okay as time goes on. 💕
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I would absolutely binge watch Jessica (and Tyler) vlogs for 12 hours in a row 😳😂
Love the Cicaplast balm when my rosacea is really flaring up - it helps calm the dryness especially! On another note, I do just want to add my two cents to a theme I see emerging in the comments - rewarding kids when they don't cry. Crying is not a bad behavior - it's a normal, human stress response. I'm a therapist and I see a lot of adults struggling now because they were socialized early on to believe that they were bad or weak for crying. Just food for thought.
Thank you for saying this. I was going to as well. Folks, if we don't feel and express emotions, they will bite us in the butt -- encourage feeling those feelings in kids and encourage empathy and discussing those feelings and taking care of strong emotions.
I most sincerely want to thank you for sharing your comments!! I have had people in my family constantly telling me that my crying was because I am a weak person. Even now at my ripe old age of 62, I hear it. I’m not going to try to be someone I am not just to make someone else feel better. I am an empath. My youngest son is as well. I make sure to reaffirm with him to never feel pressured to be anyone but who he is in every way. My tears make others aware of how important something means to me. That is who I am. I’m NEVER going to lie or be fake to ease someone else’s uncomfortable feelings about tears. I’m staying true to who I am….and proud of being genuine.
I’ve had severe anxiety since I was a little kid and remember crying whenever I had to go to school and leave my parents. One thing that helped me was that my mom would put a note in my bag that I could read once I got into school with a little encouraging message and it helped with the transition into the school day because it gave me a “job” to do when I got inside.
This is so sweet!
Hi Jessica! Speaking as a mom & grandma, I found it best to tell my kids/grandkids something like...."It's important to go to school, even though it may be hard to go. The teacher is looking forward to having you there and mommy & daddy want you to keep on learning and being with your friends. And also adding that sometimes you don't feel like going to work but you go anyway, because you are have work to do. [Adding that you look forward to hearing about what they learned/did at school when you pick them up.] It's hard when our kids go thru these stages, but hopefully we can use these times as great teaching moments! Good luck!! 👍
For reference, I used to work as a supervisor at Starbucks for several years and I love the spinach and feta wrap, but you HAVE to try getting it extra toasted and then dipping it in their avocado spread. It’s next level good! 🤤
I have noticed you posting more reels, good job Jess I know that’s been a goal of yours! You’re doing great!
Hi Jess! This is probably a really old video and I’m just now seeing it.. I have always loved your videos, specially since I was pregnant with my first son and these videos gave me relaxation listening while getting ready. An opinion to what you said.. both my boys always beg to not go to school. I have a 3 and a just turned 6 year old (literally yesterday). At the end of the day, I always get the report that the day went great.. but I have had to drop them off also crying their eyes out.. it’s the worse 😞. This video actually made me feel better about it, knowing my children aren’t the only ones who do this and my husband and I work full time so they have to go. I just look at it in the way that
It’s a good thing, our kids
Love us and love being home ❤️
I just wanted to say that I do the 14 days of hearts for both my children- who are now 14 and 17, and who love it. My 14 year old son has left the hearts from years past on his door for like 4 years now, lol. My 17 year old daughter has saved all of hers. It's a fun tradition and they really love it.
When my kiddos went through something similar, I would record them talking about how amazing school was, and then play it back for them when they would feel sad before school 😊. Hope this helps your kiddo too!
LOVE LOVE LOVE the vlogs. I have 3 girls, each 11 months apart. The idea of the writing/speaking sweet and kind affirmations over their lives really touched my heart. I will start tomorrow! They are all grownup, the second and third daughters blessed us with a now 6 yr old boy and a 5 yo girl. Life is crazy busy.. I was soooo busy raising them, their dad a career military man, i’m sure I should have said a lot of things, however I/we were just trying to live this thing called LIFE. Honestly, bathtime wouldn’t come early enough some days..lol🤪😂They are young adults now, babies still in my eyes and they still NEED to know just how much they are appreciated, loved and how grateful to God we are for them. Doctors said we’d never conceive. Well, we did NATURALLY and they have blessed us with these BUSY AS BEE 🐝 GRANDS. Thanks for sharing that idea and thanks for whomever shared it with you.💕
I am/have been a preschool teacher for 25 *faints* years now, I really feel and understand what your are going through as a parent and a teacher. I see this with my own threes and fours kiddos all the time, you are not alone in this! In fact, I see it far more around this time of year too! My theory after all these years is that the holiday season is overwhelming and overstimulating for adults and kids alike, coupled with the fact that in the new year we are generally putting more expectations on the students, pushing them to reach goals. I usually advise parents that of course it will pass, and most importantly not to linger at drop off, a hug and kiss and have a great day! I know it will get easier soon!!!
We deal with these same situations with our 4 year old. Generally towards the end of the week she is over school and doesn't want to go. Once we get in the car and are on the way, we do some affirmations. "I'm going to have a great day, I'm a big helper, I'm smart, I'm brave!" She loves screaming those in the car and seems to get her into a little better mood.
I literally watched the whole video for the Dyson dupe but, now I want the Lulemon dupe shirts and your cereal😊
Thank you for all the finds❣️
My son started at 3… so little. He screamed and cried his first day, and every day after that for weeks. I would sob while walking back to the car. It was so hard. But since he tends to be super shy and I’m in no way a teacher, we thought school was the best choice for him. He’s now 7 and in Grade 2… and loves school! Once your little is confident that there will be a friend or two there waiting for her, it’ll get easier. It’s going to be ok, Mama. It will.
Off subject....Thank you for all yours and Tyler's book recommendations! I'm reading so much more because ya'all inspired me!! xo
I would love that for the pediatrician because I have such bad anxiety but It’s not like I call often. I just don’t feel heard when I call or am at the pediatrician for my daughter. That sounds awesome !
My son did the “I don’t wanna go to school” thing when he was little a few times… he always gets over it, I know it’s hard and I full blown mommy cried after drop off a few times but he always got better eventually. I always just tried to talk to him about what he liked about school that day and point out how much fun he had to remind him how good it can be!
Love a long vlog! And you’re so relatable when you say things like you feel nervous to try the shark hair tool. I feel the same way in those situations
I so feel for you re: G crying at school. My son did this. For.years. I have major anxiety from it still (years later). It turns out, he has anxiety disorder and has been seeing a therapist for years. Sending hugs. Keep her close! ❤
Omg the makeup at 11 min (Starbucks car chat) - so pretty! I need to know what it is lol 😍💕
I won't use TikTok I will not put on my phone..and try not to watch anything posted there. I usually see you on TH-cam. Great content.
Same here. I cannot stand that app and everything it stands for
I love your vlogs so much! They are, by far, my absolute favorite vlogs to watch!
My son (5.5 yrs old) is shy when first meeting people too but he still likes school and fortunately never had a phase where he didn’t like it. We talked up kindergarten while pre-school was ending so he thought about it as the coolest thing ever bc that’s how we talked about it. He liked the idea of going to “big boy school” so we played that up. This is probably just a phase, don’t make too big a thing of it, she’ll be fine! ❤
Give her time. My nephew took some steps back in preschool. He cries a lot and we cried a lot. What ended up working for us to take him to the front office and he made friends with the office lady. And she walked him to class once school started. Then we worked our way into us walking him to class. So we concluded that he was really overwhelmed with drop off process. Some kids crying, kids saying bye, to many kids etc. so we just took a step back and slowed down the process took the pressure off to be on time. And it helped him and helped us too. Then just time. Once he started kindergarten he had some of the same feelings and we already had the tools to help him work through his feels. And he’s doing great! Good luck!
PreK teacher here… ask her teacher to take/send pictures of her having fun so you guys can talk about that at home with her. Ask her teacher about favorite playmates so you can talk about what they did specifically at school. Also ask the teacher about you donating a special art supply to put on the shelf (Smencils, Pop Noodles, coloring sheets of her favorite characters). It might serve as an ice breaker and a way to be excited about coming to school. You could also laminate a family picture and stick it in her cubby.
Teacher here! I think a lot of the time when kids don’t want to go to school, or a place without you, it’s their way of saying they miss you and want to spend time with you. I know you’re already doing this, but that may just be the way Gigi’s expressing that thought ☺️❤️
Great timing for this videooooo!!! Just had an everything shower and I’m getting ready to get in NEW SHEETS AND DUVET 😍
Your target haul the other day inspired my trip this morning which led to the new sheets. However, I forgot to grab a new elf wow brow!!! Ugh!
Also, 4 hour vlogs are fine Jess 😂❤
Jess your brows are amazing!!! I am digitizing my VHS videos. OMG.. I have cried so many times. More so because my father passed some years ago.. but to see him... and he was at the age I am (a bit younger) seeing the kids as babies or younger.. OH MY.. I keep thinking ... what I would love to tell that younger me... but thats life.. you learn as you grow.. and you will learn what to do with Gigi and school... its OK for her to feel some "discomfort" she over comes it by the end of the day... and look at that she loves it! As an adult she will feel that.. and learn to over come it..
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You are speaking to my momma heart! Both of my kids struggled with preschool and kindergarten. They just loved being with their momma. ❤ It was heartbreaking dropping them off sad but I knew it was best for them. They adjust but wow, is it hard! We just loved them up and talked up the friends they made and worked with the teachers to make sure they were feeling loved and safe at school. Good luck, girl! Praying for your sweetie! 💖
My mom's a retired occupational therapist and she told me she had the same issues with my older sister when she was around gigi's age. She made a simple visual picture schedule outlining her day at preschool so she knew exactly what to expect for the day/" how many more things" have to happen before she got to see mommy.
I am a four year old teacher. The book The Kissing Hand or Mommas always come back. I found closer to spring at 4 they can revert back. Sending prayers and positive thoughts.
Yes, my daughter has been through phases of not wanting to go to school or wanting to stay home. If there’s a specific reason, which might be hard to pin down, you could try to alleviate that aspect or help her find a coping tool. If she is just missing y’all and home, I’ve had to remind my little one that it’s not going to be fun and games at home - mommy and daddy have work and chores all day. It’s much more fun at school with activities, playing and friends. And that’s her “job”, too. The Kissing Hand book helped, and we would draw a heart on the hand we kissed for her to remind her all day.
We had the same problem with school with our now 13 year old. I promise it gets better! Mine was always just overwhelmed and a little anxious. But it got better in kindergarten and has only gotten better from there. Even though it’s hard for them to be upset, it will get better! ❤
My son struggled for a time with school- when he was 4 as well. I read somewhere that affirming positive suggestions while they are sleeping and first thing in the morning helps. So I tried it - basically saying “NAME is so excited about school. NAME feels so happy to be at school. NAME feels completely safe in school”. Just these 3 suggestions half and hour after he fell asleep and as soon as he was waking up in the morning. I only had to do it for 3-4 days because it was a game changer. He would use those words and say mummy I’m so exited and happy to go to school. He’s been great ever since. He’s 6.5 years now.
I’d repeat the suggestions 3 times consecutively while he was sleeping and just the once when he woke up.
Love the vlogs so much!!!! Especially since I’ve been missing vlogmas from Christmas lol. So nice to see Tyler
I always remind both of my kids (6 & 4) that they always have such a great day at school and if they were at home they'd be bored! It's extremely difficult going through this phase, but we have to be their cheerleaders :) Keep going mama!
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My daughter is in 2nd grade and this is a thing around this time of the school year- every year. Usually once she has a good spring break it gives her enough energy to push her through the rest of the school year
I find that what makes my kid feel good about school is talking about the day understand the feelings validate the feelings and explain that school is non negotiable not everyday will be great but most days will be. Also I let my kid decide what he wants to wear. Pick your battles on that one.
What you talked about Gen, it's very common to Kids her age. It's usually just a growth phase. I Work with Kids her age and up to 7 years and almost every Kid has that at some point.💛 Here in Finland it's common for Kids to start daycare at age of one or two and still they have that phase. You are so right, that keeping your Kids at home is not always The answer! Starting school can Be twice as hard If kids have no practise on social skills outside their home before school. Sorry If my writing is weird! My english is so rusty!😅 Love your videos, have Been following you for years and years!
It’s harder in the parents for sure. She just loves being with her parents so much at home take it as a compliment as my Mom use to tell me when our oldest did the same thing❤️
Yes, I have a 4 year old who isn’t a fan until we get there. I think it’s totally normal and it breaks our mama hearts. You’re not alone ❤
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When my oldest was in preschool he got super stressed out towards the end of the year for a variety of reasons. It was a chance for me to step back and see what he needed. I know it's not for you, but I chose homeschooling. He graduated in 2021. As for Valentines Day, I think it's different for boys than girls. Since I only had boys I would do some DIY crafts filled with treats and then baking projects when they got older. I also did some history lessons on who St. Valentine was and why we celebrate him. By high school, they could have cared less about doing anything Valentine's Day related. C'est last vie.
Jess the video in the car with the white sweater…. What eyeshadow and lippie?! It looks sooo good
I was a painfully shy child and I remember being incredibly uncomfortable when forced into social situations I wasn’t ready for.. I think there’s a happy medium between “oh just homeschool” and “make them do every activity to force them out of shyness”.. I guess my advice is slowwwwly introduce new social situations like having her order her own food at a restaurant or whatever feels like baby steps towards being more outgoing
Please make 4 hour long vlogs because it's just so soothing to watch!
Ugh The White Lotus is one of my favorite shows. Season 2 is even better!! Great cast & great writing. Jennifer Coolidge has won awards for both seasons.
Jessica, so enjoy your channel. I worked for Starbucks for 17 years, 4 states, Michigan twice. I cannot drink Pike Place. I am not at all a coffee snob but there is something about it I really don’t enjoy, and will opt for an American every time. Sometime, try an Americana with dense foam on top. So smooth! Cheers girl…have a wonderful week😊☕
I did the same thing with my flexstyler the first time. It was upside down. If you are more comfortable holding it that way just do the L on the right, and R on the L. It takes some retraining to hold it the “proper” way bc with a wand youd burn yourself holding it like that. It’s so fun though, I look forward to hair wash day!
My favorite Starbucks breakfast is the bacon Gouda one. I am obsessed and it's also on the healthier/lower calorie side.
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Jess, I was Genevieve 20 years ago! I didn't cry at drop-offs but my mom said there was a point that I threw up a lot at pre-school, maybe because I was nervous without her. I even stopped going to school for a month, so I think that's how my parents acknowledged my nervousness with their absence. But don't worry, it doesn't last forever, because from elementary all the way to uni I'd been loving school so much!
I have an Ollie’s in my hometown (Bay City, MI) and Tyler’s Bargains and Buttholes could not be more accurate 😂😂😂
The green cholula is the bomb!
Hi Jessica - my oldest daughter (who is now 15) had this same struggle when she was 3 & 4. What her preschool teacher started doing was as soon as I was dropping her off she would take Amelia’s hand and they would walk to the library room to pick out a book she could look at each morning. Her teacher made it a “special treat” for her. This helped Amelia focus more on the treat of picking out a book and less on separating from me in saying goodbye. Maybe there is something like that the teacher could do with Gigi to help with that initial transition to school.yes, it does eventually get better but that doesn’t make it easier to go through right now. I still remember the pit in my stomach I’d get when my daughter would be crying and upset as I walked out of the school door.
Yes all of My kids have gone through that too and I think they’re usually phases. My first go tos are usually like is there something else on their mind, like friendship thing, are they extra tired and at times i try to act like an investigator seeing what might be behind the ‘I don’t want to go’. But sometimes it’s just early and they rather stay home and snuggle and I also get that cos I get the same way. Maybe also plan something when she’s not wanting to go after school you’ll do together, cookies, a craft etc. something to look forward to? I’d also mention this to the teacher and maybe they can help her play with a more out going kid fo make her feel more part of the group? Hang in there!!
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I love your vlogs! I don’t have kids yet but I’m an assistant in a k4 room and I would definitely say it’s just a phase. Almost like sleep regression, where kids that age regress but them get better. Just communicate with her teachers if you have concerns. It sounds like she is so loved in her class and that makes a difference.
I also enjoy Starbucks blonde roast so much better than any of the other coffees
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My son did the same thing. It would come and go but yeah drop off was hard. Even though he'd be fine once he was there. Now he is 18. What he remembers is how cool and fun preschool was! He actually remembers activities and outings and friends. But he does not even remember the heartbreak that was drop off. It really is "harder for us". Lol!
Your vlogs are my absolute favorite! I get so excited when I see you’ve uploaded a new one!
The clip where you are singing love shack baby ! Brings me back to when I’m vlogmas you guys cracked up about the name . And that you were saying it wrong lmaooo😂😆😂😆😂😆
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So my daughter started preschool at 2 and went twice a week since. She cried every time at drop off for months. It was heartbreaking. Once they get used to the schedule it will be awesome. I stay home and it was so good for them to learn classroom behavior and get to interact with other kids and adults.
I have an 8 year old who never loved school and would cry sometimes. And he was in daycare since he was 8 weeks old. He’s an empath and school is a lot for him, but he does okay now. Still complains and would rather be home, but is a good sport most days.
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