2006-12-20 00:16:47 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
It depends on why they are crying. If they are just being whiny or crying because they didn't get their way, then just tell them that you can't listen to them when they are crying and that you'll listen to them when they can talk without crying. Then just kind of ignore them until they stop. Now if they have a really good reason for crying then you need to see what you can do to help them
2006-12-20 02:12:57 · answer #1 · answered by kat 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Oh it's so difficult and you must be having a hard time! What happens when she settles down? Is she ok for the rest of the day or is she subdued and miserable? Does the principal actually say she's fed up with your daughter's reaction? If so I'd be pretty unhappy. 5 is still a really tiny person and if she is unhappy she deserves to have someone find out why. Is it her first time having a full day away? Are lunch times a problem? Could it be about going to the toilet? On the other hand do you fell anxious about her going and does she know she can wind you up? Was there a slow introduction to school that she had time to get used to? I frankly think the idea of counselling a 5 year old based on crying when she goes to school alarmimg and ridiculous. If the school is suggesting this do they have other worries about your child? I would strongly suggest going into the school for an appointment with your child's teacher and principal and find out what is really going on. Take someone with you who knows you and your daughter but who isn't so involved emotionally and they may be able to help you keep calm and remind you of thiings you want to say. Good luck!
2016-05-22 23:40:42 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the situation. If it's a paddy/tantrum cry then leave them to tantrum it out. If they are genuinely upset about something talk to them when they are calm i.e have stopped crying, and try to work out a solution together. Ask them why they are crying and what would make them feel better. I have a two year old and if she tantrums I make sure she's safe and walk away. If it something that is bugging her i.e she's hurt herself/fallen I use distraction. Playing with toys, watching a movie or looking for aeroplanes out of the window usually works.
2006-12-20 01:29:09 · answer #3 · answered by niccog26 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Eye contact, down to their level. Calm them down and ask them in a gentle voice what is bothering them. They do not know how to express themselves like we do, crying comes easily. Give them a hug, some time and love. Kids are brill!!
2006-12-20 00:30:30 · answer #4 · answered by Andrea 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
First, find the source of their tears and the solution follows. Are they sick or in pain? Treat the symptom. Hungry? Feed them. Bored? Find them something to do. Tired? Nap. Angry/Frustrated? Soothe them, talk, etc. Just plain attention seeking for no legitimate reason? Ignore.
2006-12-20 00:19:14 · answer #5 · answered by SlapHappy 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
It depends on why the child is crying.
- fix his boo-boo if he is hurt
- hug him and ask what's wrong and listen to what he says
- ask him to draw a picture of how he feels
- be sensitive to his needs
- if he wants something he can't have, empathize with him: "I know how much X means to you, but....."
- validate his feelings
- ask him if he needs some private time to calm down
- do/say something funny to get him laughing
2006-12-20 00:21:18 · answer #6 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
pay them some attention and get them having fun but above answer right depends why they r crying are they tired and need a sleep my daughter gets very moany when tired .
2006-12-20 00:21:38 · answer #7 · answered by Nutty Girl 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Find out the cause and correct it!
2006-12-20 16:31:03 · answer #8 · answered by healthykidnow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Video games.
2006-12-20 00:27:35 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
If there is nothing physically wrong, then ignore them.
When you pay attention to behavior you are rewarding it. What is rewarded is repeated.
2006-12-20 01:17:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋