The list of things I haven’t yet tried would be much much smaller than what’s about to follow …

I’ve tried everything I can think of …

New carseats with different material’s, padding and seat positioning

More clothing vs. less clothing I plan on very soon trying tighter clothing.

Padding on the car seat straps ( this at least has kept her inner thighs from getting so sore)

More sleep vs. less sleep

Letting the behavior go all together vs. constantly saying “no not here, not now, please sit up and cross your feet.” ( she will now at times stop herself and say ” cross feet ” and actually do it! Not for very long on the bad days but I know it’s a step in the right direction.

Designating a spot for it ( I’ve noticed that sometimes she’ll now take herself into her bedroom )

Toys of all kinds

movies of all kinds

snacks of all kinds

more activites vs. less activites

just recently I’ve started exploring sensory related issues i.e weighted objects, comforting back rubs, etc.

Had an E.I. eval done ( early intervention b/c of how this is affecting her on the bad days )

Moved her to a toddler bed thinking if she can put herself in bed or get out when she wants …

Posted: October 2nd, 2007 under Actions Taken.
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