Okay ladies, I'm in a bit of a pickle. I have two brothers in my care. I've had them for a year now. Through this entire year, they have both taken turns biting other children in care. As of now, they both bite, but most of the time, it is a very rare thing. However, it seems that every once in a while they go, on what I like to term, "a biting frenzy". During these times, I am very hyper-vigilent (more so than I normally am with them), and don't allow them any room to get into a situation where they can bite. So far, in the past two days, they have bitten 3 times (2 of those times was them biting each other), and attempted several other times.They are shadowed and if I'm busy, put into a booster seat. When they aren't in their biting phase, I do allow them more freedom, and they are fine for a month or more, then it starts again.
Here's the thing. I'm sick and tired of having to do this with them. They usually bite over a toy or if they are excited etc. I try to limit altercations and I'm teaching them to use their words, but honestly, it makes me angry that I'm still having to do this a year later.
So, here's the thing. I really am thinking about terming them, but a part of me feels guilty for doing so. I can't do this however, without filling their spaces first. Is it fair of me to advertise, fill their spots and then give the family notice? Or should I be honest and tell them that I've had enough, and that I'm actively looking to fill their spots? The last time I had a spot open, it took me 6 months to find a good replacement. I really just don't want to have to wait that long.
Ugh, this is the part I hate. My husband wants me to keep them, so that we don't lose their income, but I think it is time to let them go...as obviously, I'm not getting through to them.