My daughter is 18 months old and whines about EVERYTHING... How do i get her to stop this??
2006-10-21 11:24:10 · 10 answers · asked by angelawct 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Here are some sites with helpfut hints for this type of behavior. Her needs aren't being met and this is the only way she knows to get your attention.
http://www.itsamomsworld.com/toddler_behavior_whining.html
http://www.babyminestore.com/behave_whiney.html
http://www.babycenter.com/comments/toddler/toddlerbehavior/13434?i=0
Good Luck!
2006-10-21 11:32:09 · answer #1 · answered by Ginger/Virginia 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried trying to narrow down why she is so whiny? Is there anything consistent? Perhaps she's hungry, or tired or even just bored. Maybe she just wants to get your attention. Try addressing all the obvious needs first(hunger,boredom,etc) and if that doesn't work try getting down on the floor and playing with her for a bit. Sometimes we forget that we need to do this as our lives can get very busy. Toddlers pick up on our stress also even though thay may not be able to understand it. If all else fails, maybe she just needs a bit of a nap. Good luck with this!! It may be a stage she's going through, which if that is the case she just may need time to outgrow it. I hope this helps. I'm a Mom of two children now ages nine and twelve. Yes, I've 'been there,done that'!!! Hang in there!
2006-10-21 19:14:00 · answer #2 · answered by cheribear68 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not to sound mean, but be patient!! Remember, however, that she's ONLY 18 months old!! Has something in your household changed? (A new job, moving, etc...) An 18 month old doesn't have the vocabulary to express what is really bothering her and she is too young to be whiny just because...and if she is...is it possible that you or someone else has spoiled her? Be honest...there's really nothing wrong with it, but it could be the case...Or the fact that there could be something medically wrong...have you checked with your pediatrician? Good luck!
2006-10-21 18:29:40 · answer #3 · answered by thekidzmamajojo 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's her job ! If you can't take it compromise with her or distract her attention -Laugh and tickle and play games with her. It is a great stress reliever for both of you. It is easier to joke a baby out of negative behavior than to take the hard line, then when you do need to be hard on her she will really know she messed up. Also if each time you must be harder on her to get her back in line then what will you use for punishment at age 10 ? A good time out will work as well. ( One Minuit per year of the child ) The child needs to sit away from what she was doing ( a quiet spot )when she has done her time say what she did was a "No" then hug her and then go back to her playing. I have a 17 year old prepping for college and a good relationship with him -
2006-10-22 04:07:57 · answer #4 · answered by Liz H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She may be teething. When they go through this there is a lot of pain so make sure she has something to teeth on. If she does it excessively though take her in to the pediatrician as she may have ear infection or something hurting.
Also make sure she has things to play with and read to her. Babies too get bored.
2006-10-21 18:27:34 · answer #5 · answered by The_answer_person 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Usually that means she wants attention, or does not know how to express her feelings very well. One way to get her to stop is to talk to her about what feelings are and what they mean; you could also get her to draw a picture of her own feelings when she is sad or angry, I suggested that to another parent and it worked. They just want you to listen to them, that's all, and kids always like to be creative and to draw. There could also be something medically wrong, like a cold or an ear infection or something.
2006-10-21 18:27:21 · answer #6 · answered by poeticjustice 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
She's 18 months old. She can barely talk. Of course she whines.
Try to ignore her if you know she can say the word. If she can't say it, work with her. "Use your words, so n so, " etc. Remind her that she's learning how to talk. Teach her. You're her mother. Human children aren't raised by wolves for a reason.
2006-10-21 18:26:55 · answer #7 · answered by Recovering Blonde 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Don't give in. The behavior that gets rewarded gets repeated.
Time will help.
Once you have said "NO!" Refuse to listen.
2006-10-21 18:29:10 · answer #8 · answered by meanjean 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Tell her you are not going to answer her until she asks nicely. good luck!
2006-10-21 18:33:14 · answer #9 · answered by mmshall 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ignore the sh**ttt out of her
2006-10-21 18:26:24 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋