pre-school update

Today, T went to pre-school for a full day. She took a nap there too which was a first. It made my day when I dropped her off; we put Wanwan (doggy) and her blankie in her cubby, she sat down to draw with a group, and when I said I was leaving, she said, "Ok, bye" vs. the full-on crying I got when I dropped her off for a half-day last Friday. Yay! She loves pre-school.

We're still adjusting to the rhythm. I don't head over there as early as I hoped as I adamantly want T to wake up naturally instead of pushing her to wake up early. And I'm the type that must eat a full breakfast at home to get going. So we take time in the mornings before getting out the door. I get to work around 9:30 after all the driving. Then I must leave at 4:45 to pick her up...so I have to ask work to be flexible for me.

For T too, she's used to time based on her needs, and eating and sleeping when she wants to. Now, there is play time, snack time, outdoor time, book time, nap time, etc. So far it's not that bad. But it's still a transition. First day, she got sleepy early and the teachers entertained her to keep her from lying on the floor in the middle of group activities. Next day she was fine. Today was her first nap time there, and because T announced mommy stayed with her when she slept, the teacher did so too...only to realize that T continued to talk and play. When the teacher left a bit, she crashed. So now the teacher knows it's best to let her chill on her own. Apparently one kid was crying at nap time, and T told the teacher, "I'm a big girl. I don't do that" or something to that effect. She's trying, my sweetie. It's still gotta be a big change in her life now. I'm quite proud that she's enjoying what she can even though she is aware mommy leaves all day.

The several teachers are getting to know her individually too, and let me know how now they know what works for her after a few days. Like today, T had a toilet accident. I think T is a bit self-conscious about the bathrooms since there are no doors. Even with me, T likes her privacy. So during bathroom time, T announced she didn't have to go, only later to have an accident. The teacher later told me, next time I'll give her more space and time. : ) All kids have spare clothing in their cubbies, but today, T ended up having to wear clothes clearly marked "NLF" on her butt since she also got her extra dress wet on another potty run! Oh my. Luckily, the teachers are so understanding and prepared. I really love these teachers, and am so so happy with this school!