uconniac
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Re:Happy First Day of School - 2006/09/01 07:20
I'm so sorry to hear your daughter's year has started out on a bad note Blue Eyes.
I don't know what grade she's in but if its elementary, I'd e-mail the teacher to let her know the situation. The teacher may be able to help in a subtle way by seating your daughter with some nice children she may become friendly with, etc. The teacher can also watch to make sure your daughter doesn't totally withdraw.
As for calling the buddy's mom. Unless you are very good friends, I wouldn't do it. I've found that a lot of parents have blinders on when it comes to their kids and if that's the case here, you will only get more frustrated. Also, if the other mom makes her daughter "play" with yours, the kid's resentment may come out so much that it ends up hurting your daughter more.
If your daughter is older than elementary, have her join some afterschool activities. She will end up meeting other kids that have similar interests and they may click. One of my children was very withdrawn at our elementary school but blossomed when she went to HJMS and met kids she didn't know before. Of course its easier when you don't have to drive them accross town to be with their friends but the pay off's worth the time and gas.
Good luck. I hope things get better for your daughter. Let us know.
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