I am not a big fan of spanking.
Not that I judge those parents that use it as a discipline method; it is just not for me.
Time out and stern explanations have been very effective up until recently.
Emily's new hobby: torturing the Max Cat.
Not torturing in the "early signs of a serial killer" way, but by pulling his tail, ripping out his fur and yanking on his whiskers.
This cat has the patience of Job with E.
He takes it, barely fighting back.
Oh believe me, he takes it out on the adults around, but knows not to hurt the baby.
Removing her from the situation and telling her "no" was not working.
Enter the spray bottle.
I had read that spraying water can be an effective form of discipline, especially during temper tantrums.
It seemed like a good non-violent method to try.
And it worked wonders with the cat.
I tried it twice and it worked.
E ceased the torture and quickly got involved doing something else.
No crying, no fussing, no hurt feelings.
(Well, The Mommy's feelings were a little hurt. It is one thing to spray the cat, but the baby?!)
Then E got a hold of the spray bottle and started spraying herself and laughing with glee.
I think she likes the slicked back look.
Not that I judge those parents that use it as a discipline method; it is just not for me.
Time out and stern explanations have been very effective up until recently.
Emily's new hobby: torturing the Max Cat.
Not torturing in the "early signs of a serial killer" way, but by pulling his tail, ripping out his fur and yanking on his whiskers.
This cat has the patience of Job with E.
He takes it, barely fighting back.
Oh believe me, he takes it out on the adults around, but knows not to hurt the baby.
Removing her from the situation and telling her "no" was not working.
Enter the spray bottle.
I had read that spraying water can be an effective form of discipline, especially during temper tantrums.
It seemed like a good non-violent method to try.
And it worked wonders with the cat.
I tried it twice and it worked.
E ceased the torture and quickly got involved doing something else.
No crying, no fussing, no hurt feelings.
(Well, The Mommy's feelings were a little hurt. It is one thing to spray the cat, but the baby?!)
Then E got a hold of the spray bottle and started spraying herself and laughing with glee.
I think she likes the slicked back look.
What am I going to do with this little cat assassin?
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