2006-07-28 07:46:51 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
i am 5 months preg and showing only thats only change she will be startin school in two weeks.
2006-07-28 08:12:12 · update #1
I had that problem with my daughter.... try talking with her. Ask her why she can't seem to make it to the potty. Trust me, children are very insiteful. My daughter (four at the time) told me that when she was running and playing she didn't want to stop to go to the bathroom. Then I explained to her the importance of being a "big girl" and going to the bathroom right away when she feels the need to. It worked for me, hope it works for you!! :-)
2006-07-28 07:53:40 · answer #1 · answered by devotee_lynn 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Probably something has changed in her life. Like a move, or a new school, or a divorce...kids digress when they are stressed.
Start potty training all over again and be clear that we need to work on not using diapers and beng a "big girl" (you may or may not want to use this). Tell her how well she did the first time and that you are trying to get her back to being dry through the night or getting up on her own to "pee".
A sticker system might help her at 4, and as you are pregnant, the less stress for you the better.
2006-07-29 11:00:56 · answer #2 · answered by Barbara A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First make sure there is no medical problem.
Usually this behavior is a cry for attention like when she/he was a baby. Is there a new edition to your family or did she/he see you (or any other mom) with a baby?
I have a 4 year old (and a 2), and mine wants to breastfeed again. She comes and nuzzles - so I've been playing huggy baby. I think it's just a phase they go thru since there's no way to go back to being a baby. Try to be patient and try to talk with her/him and see what you can find out.
One last thing: Again I don't know if there is a younger sibling - but I know this behavior manifested when the parents laughed at the younger for an antic but punished the older for the same antic. It increased the child's desire to be a lovable baby again to compete for attention. It was really sad - I make a point of not doing this.
2006-07-28 08:22:49 · answer #3 · answered by Applecore782 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I'm not an expert here , but am wondering what has been going on lately in her life? Stressful issues, new situations, etc. When my daughter was 6, my husband & I relocated our family (re-entered the military) and my daughter began wetting the bed and acting out due to stress. Try to figure out if there might be something stressing her. I would call her doctor and ask for advise if you can't figure out what is going on with her. Hope this helps!
2006-07-28 07:55:19 · answer #4 · answered by onewikkedwoman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Children go through changes when there is a baby on the way, She realizes she won't be the only one anymore. She won't be the baby, Sit with her and hold her assure her that just because she's going to have a little brother or sister you will still love her just as much. Let her feel your stomach, especially when the baby is moving. Explain to her that when the baby comes your going to need her help because she's a big girl.
2006-07-30 15:24:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Has anything happened in her everyday life that may be upsetting her? When my husband and I got a divorce my 5 year old atarted wetting the bed, I think the divorce had something to do with it, it didn't last long I reminded him everyday how much he is loved and that everything will be ok.
2006-07-28 07:51:32 · answer #6 · answered by girlfromflorida 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask yourself what changes have occured to cause this change in her. Kids are reactive until they start really thinking (which takes a while). What could have encouraged this?
Change in schedule, lifestyle?
Did she just start school?
Has there been marital issues that make her feel insecure?
Is she testing the boundaries to see if she can get away with it?
2006-07-28 07:52:04 · answer #7 · answered by Curly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I would say you should probably talk to your pediatrician. Or maybe it is stress related, I know crazy how can a 4 yr old have stress. But yes it is possible. There maybe something psychological going on.
2006-07-28 07:50:52 · answer #8 · answered by frog_h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be the fact she stratin school and that she wont b the baby and she thinks that if she goes to school and the new she mat b left out and it scares her jus sit her down and tell her that its ok and she well b a big sisiter and she needs to not feel left out bc after she can help with the baby and the baby will needs a big girl to show her the ropes and everythin and it will be fun havin a baby
2006-07-29 10:20:30 · answer #9 · answered by sexy_cowgirl8321 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is common to lots of people, My little sister was like that too when she was a toddler(Even though she's 11 now). Maybe she's upset or stressed. If not, you should really try going to the doctor!
2006-07-28 19:49:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋