After a trip to the dentist I discovered that my daughter’s addiction to sucking her thumb carried more severe consequences than I originally thought. In fact, she was altering the structure of her upper pallet. My other two daughters weren’t big thumb suckers and never really used a binky, so this was new terrain for me. I guess I figured she’d give it up on her own, but that was really a fantasy of mine.

Action had to be taken, so I tried the ideas the dentist gave us. They didn’t work. Then I looked online to see if I could find some tips, but everything I tried failed. So, I sought out advice the old fashioned way – through other moms. I’d love to report that the thumb sucking has ceased in our home, but I can say we’re making progress thanks to the advice of a trusted friend.

When I started this blog, I wanted it to feel like a forum for moms everywhere to find more joy in the journey. Certainly when we’re jumping over large hurdles it’s harder to find joy than when things are sailing along smoothly. I’d love to hear what hurdles you’re trying to jump over in your house. It’s always easier to see the light at the end of the tunnel when you’re friend is holding a flashlight on the other end, cheering you on because she’s already walked through that dark tunnel. I know it can be hard to ask for help, but others likely have the same concerns.

Question: What is your biggest hurdle you’re trying to jump at home?