So I’ve tried this and he is not really into playgrounds. We usually ‘trick’ him by saying we’re going somewhere else and when we’re there he closes his eyes and will say something like “I’m NOT going to this stupid school” but we always end the trip with something he likes to do (McDonald’s, ice cream, play space, etc). My parents are trying to help too. We always try to make positive comments like “wow this school has 2 gyms and a mini golf course outside! That looks so fun!” But he always retorts with a negative comment.

I’ve also tried being completely honest and tell him we’re going just to drive by it. He won’t enter the car if I’m honest. I have to always trick him.

We even went the schools pool party. We got there early to help him ease the anxiety. He was fine until the kids started coming then he refused to get in the pool. A mom attempted to introduce her son to him he stormed off. I am truly at a loss. I thought the pool party would be really low pressure and relaxed but no

Thank you. Honestly teared up a little reading this. We do so much as parents we go on autopilot. So it’s nice to hear some recognition.

I am closing on our new place on Thursday but we won’t be truly moving in full time until I know my kiddo is in a good place with school. I don’t want to overwhelm him with too many changes at once. Tho he is really excited to get his own room!