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Heidi 07:37 PM 11-27-2011
Originally Posted by kendallina:
I think it's important to allow it (with your own kids). An interesting book to read is Big Body Play by naeyc. They actually advocate allowing your daycare kiddos to do it and I think with the right group, it could be okay. I have one child that I wouldn't feel comfortable allowing it with, though.

http://www.naeyc.org/store/node/17218
I read a little of what I could on the NAEYC website. My problem is the age group I have. 15mo's don't understand subtle! If I allow any kind of "horseplay", it becomes a battle of details. It's ok to wrestle your twin, but not the other kid. It's ok to wrestle a pillow or blanket or the couch cushions, but not the dog....lol.."gentle...gentle hands..." and someone always ends up CRYING!

My dh is a very physical guy, and before he leaves for work each day, there is usually a short rough-housing period with the toddlers. They love, love, love him! I am such a prissy fun-spoiler the rest of the day!
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