Love and patience, lots of patience. You might try carrying in your arms as you walk slowly around the house and softly tell her what she's seeing and be sure to ask her questions..."Now this is bedroom. I don't know if I like that comforter. Do you like the color?" It sounds silly, but seemed to help Piper relax; I just held her; walked slowly, and spoke softly and continuously for several minutes then returned to living room and left her to her own devices. The combination of movement and conversation seemed to intrigue and calm Piper. You're with her, but (pretending) to be focused on other stuff, all ho-hum and not all about her ('cept it is!). |