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Hi, My experience is that the beginning is the hardest bit and the more you do it the easier it gets. I have a zero tolerance thing for spanish at home, that is I only ever speak to my girls in spanish and they are only ever allowed to speak to my in spanish. having said that it has been an issue about for times since they were born. (Sofia is 10)

Maybe find a friend that can encourage you, have music in spanish, if you watch DVDs then only use spanish ones. The most important thing as far as tools is concerned for me has been to read one book in spanish to the gilrs every bedtime. Perhaps you can join a spanish speaking playgroup.

Good luck.

I have had similar problems being completely consistent.  With my oldest, we did so well until sister was born and then until her other sister was born, or morning sickness was there or family that only speaks English comes in town, etc.  I used get really upset with myself.  But I try not to look back and realize that I have done my best.  Just try making a bigger effort now.  I applaud anyone that only speaks Spanish to their children.  I knew I was not willing to do that (but wish I could!!).  We use a lot of games and books on our Spanish days.  My girls love to play the games and I think they get more Spanish that they would with me just letting them play by themselves.  Here is a link to my blog with some activities we have used that my kids really enjoy: http://wannajugarwithmigo.blog…..Activities

Hope this helps!  And know that you are doing much more than most people so you should be satisfied with what you have done!!