Need a few good thoughts...

[2littletime]

Hate to sound like a helpless nut, but...I sure could use a few extra prayers today. I will be watching my 6 year old grandson after school till his daddy gets in from work. (Around 8 pm) My sweet boy is a little much for me (adhd). I love him so much & want to help I just need a little extra support today. All prayers, advice is so appreciated...😳🙏

[greaterexp]

Praying right now, and I'll keep it up. I hope you can enjoy him without over-tiring yourself.

[2littletime in reply to greaterexp]

Thank you...I'll try my best.

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador]

Take a pencil, tie a small string to it and attach a magnet to the end of the string. Then color ( Fish) on paper, cut them out, put a paper clip on them. Let him go fishing! 🤗💕🌠

[2littletime in reply to Jesmcd2]

Sounds like fun, I'll give it a try.

[Jesmcd2 CommunityAmbassador in reply to 2littletime]

Busy kids, busy mind's. So, give it gives him something to focus on for awhile.😊 You can always put numbers and letters on them also.🙃🤗💕🌠

[Peruzzot]

Prayers coming your way. Maybe you should give him some chores to do. They should keep him busy and help you out at the same time. Something like vacuuming or help fold laundry or help make dinner. All life lessons to live independently some day...all kids need that.

[2littletime in reply to Peruzzot]

Thanks for the idea.

[jimeka]

Praying for an enjoyable evening for you both. I ask my grandson to ‘Nanna sit’ rather than me child mind. He gets a kick out of the roles been reversed, it’s amazing what responsibility does for them, Blessings Jimeka 😊

[2littletime in reply to jimeka]

Thanks, jimeka...I know he can't control some of the actions. I need to learn how to roll with him. I've gotten some good ideas, so I will do my best. Looks like my ms family has come through again! Thanks to all!!😁

[Timeflies5]

Sincere prayers, 2littletime 😊🙏🏻My 7 yr old grandson stays calm when I make sure he’s eaten a healthy meal with protein. Then he gets a big cookie. When I child sit for him, and I’m having low energy, I play kid video games with him for a little while...he LOVES Mine Craft, we communicate throughout our time and he likes to cuddle up next to me while we play...when he starts to get restless, he likes to put on his ninja costume and use his imagination...I’m just the head ninja that sits and gives all the commands, lol...he also loves the pool...I get to do my aquatic exercises while he swims...together we also made up a shark game in the pool...I’m the shark...and he does all the jumping and swimming around...sooo fun...and our fav movie to watch is “Secret Life of Pets” #1 and the sequel #2....it’s a hilarious Disney movie that adults can get a kick out of, too. You can search on Amazon prime for it....also, he loves it when we break out some sheets, clear the table and drape the sheets over it to make a fort...I give him a pillow, a blanket, flashlight, book of his choice, a snack, and some kid music and he’s entertained in his hideaway for a good amount of time, while I do laundry, clean up a little or cook a quick meal...he also knows his Mimi has a disability and can’t always keep up with him...but, I find time with him is healing for me...enjoy your sweet grandson... many blessings!😊

[Amore55 in reply to Timeflies5]

I love your post! You and I sure are peas in a pod! Those are all the same type of things I have done , first with my kids when the dinosaurs roamed the earth and I was young, and now with my thus far 18 grandchildren. How fun. Love, Kelly

[Timeflies5 in reply to Amore55]

Thank you, Kelly! Us dinosaurs...we get fun time by now! But YOU rule the land with 18 grandchildren, lol! 🤣 I’m a hopin’ and a prayin’ for more!😊🙏🏻

[Texandyroe]

Prayers are coming your way. 6 year old boys, while adorable, can be wearing on the healthiest and strongest of people. Can’t imagine a 6 yr and of with adhd. Don’t wear yourself out!

[2littletime in reply to Texandyroe]

Thank you

[Turtlepie]

I put puzzles together with my 7 year old granddaughter we have lots of them so it keeps her busy. They aren't real big and when she gets to put the last piece in she gets excited to do the next one. We have been doing this since she was 4. I know this is coming too late but might help for next time also coloring books are good get a really thick one and color together. My prayers are with you and I hope this helps at least for next time

[2littletime in reply to Turtlepie]

Thank you for replying.

[Turtlepie in reply to 2littletime]

Your welcome. Glad to try and be helpful

[mrsmike9]

I get these posts 1 day past. I hope it went well. ADHD is tough. Is he on meds to help? I really had to think before I had my son put on meds for that. I finally had someone point out that it won't change who he is but help him be the best him. Definitely helped!

[2littletime in reply to mrsmike9]

Yes he is on meds that seem to help. It's just hard for me to think he needs a pill to function.😟 But... I have to leave that in God's hands & just enjoy him. Thanks for the support.

[mrsmike9 in reply to 2littletime]

Think of it as a chemical imbalance in his brain. He needs the pill to make all straight. It's not him, it's the chemicals in his brain that are out of whack. I hope that helps you understand why the pills help.

[sashaming1]

Praying.

[2littletime in reply to sashaming1]

Thank you.