MadB - aah thanks! Talking through with him prior is a great idea (and I didn't do it), and I think if i know what i'm going to do ahead of time, that will communicate to him really clearly what the boundaries (& consequences) are. Just talked to DH about it and we both agree that I will keep going (thank goodness it's not THAT expensive) as he was acting out in other similar situations and I think we do need to learn how to deal with it appropriately together. It's just funny when he is SO good in other situations. I can take him grocery shopping or the shopping centre and he's fantastic. I guess it's the neutral toys and sharing those neutral toys with other children which is really pressing his buttons. And lol re the lightning bolt, omg I wish there'd been some this morning.

Aimee - you said you didn't have help but actually your comment about little people acting out is so true! And we did leave, but I think I should have left earlier. He needs to know that his behaviour wasn't acceptable and that I just won't let it continue... I think if I could replay today that's what I'd do.

Mak - LOL re the easter eggs & thanks for saying I did a good job. I guess it really helps to be reminded that everyone goes through it when you've been the only one. It's ironic cos I know if I saw another mum doing it I'd just feel sympathetic not judgemental, so I really shouldn't assume they were judging me. Anyway I had a chai latte and three whole squares of chocolate (yeah I lashed right out huh!). Then DD decided to yell for a while (teething), then DS woke early from his nap and yup, I was that close to listing two small children on ebay! but ya know, I guess there's rules against that kinda thing. But I've had lunch and I'm feeling a bit more sane. I have a friend coming over for a playdate this arvo which I was nanoseconds away from cancelling but have decided to go ahead & see how he behaves... will show whether he's really under the weather or it really was the new environment. And I'll try again next week. Fingers crossed!